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Former Royal Marine breaks world record for knitting a scarf while running the London Marathon
Simon Fannon from Ashford successfully knitted an 18-foot scarf while completing the 26.2-mile course in under six hours. His 'bonkers' wor…
Ashford College granted planning permission for new campus building
Ashford College has received the go-ahead to build a new three-storey extension to meet growing demand from local students. The project wil…
New padel courts and cafe set to open in Folkestone this summer
Work has begun on two new outdoor covered padel courts at the Motis Business Centre near the M20. The project includes upgraded lighting an…
Motor racing legend Valentino Rossi returns to Brands Hatch for centenary celebrations
Nine-time world champion Valentino Rossi is set to compete at the iconic Brands Hatch circuit as part of its 100th-anniversary celebrations…
Family-run roulette wheel manufacturer expands with new factory in Ashford
Cammegh, a world-leading family business based in Kent, is making great progress on its new purpose-built factory. The move will allow the …
Hundreds of gamers queue for opening of new independent shop in Sittingbourne
A new gaming and anime destination called Tokyo Toys has seen huge crowds for its grand opening in Kent, with some fans arriving as early a…
Kent animal park reveals plans for new state-of-the-art cheetah conservation centre
The Big Cat Sanctuary in Smarden has unveiled designs for a spacious new habitat that will double the size of its current cheetah enclosure…
Independent businesses lead revival of Dover high street
Local entrepreneurs are breathing new life into Dover by opening a wave of independent shops, cafes, and florists. These residents are choo…
New Ramsgate Lidl delayed to ensure safety of local lizard population
Plans for a new supermarket in Kent have been paused to ensure the local common lizard population is safely relocated. The developers have …
Historic Folkestone library saved for the community after last-minute deal
The Grade-II listed Grace Hill Library has been saved from auction after Folkestone Town Council reached an agreement to take over the buil…
Work begins on new £25.5m bus and cycle tunnel linking Bluewater and Ebbsfleet
Construction has officially started on a new 75-metre underpass designed to make travel easier for bus passengers, cyclists, and pedestrian…
Kent's best food and drink businesses celebrated at annual awards
The Kent & Medway Food & Drink Awards have crowned their 2024 winners, celebrating the very best pubs, restaurants, and local producers acr…