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It's been a long wait but the fleet is ready to launch...
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February 17, 2026 at 3:30 PM
The building would provide additional classroom space
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February 17, 2026 at 3:00 PM
In today's podcast:

📚Teacher found to have made pupils recite sexually suggestive song lyrics
⚫Police react to "sad" killing of man on Kent beach
🐈Lynx rescued from Ukraine settles into new Kent home
⚽Gills boss calls for response

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February 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Three of the suspects were detained in another branch of the store
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February 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM
The land was previously protected by greenbelt status
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February 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The 'inventor of unique musical machines' including the Furby Organ has a huge social media following
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February 17, 2026 at 1:45 PM
The moment he was approached by police was caught on camera
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February 17, 2026 at 1:30 PM
The new Aldi is expected to open later this year
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February 17, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Columnist Melissa Todd discusses how Covid broke trust in public health, leaving even serious warnings about the Nipah virus filtered through memes…
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February 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Police are treating the cause as suspicious
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February 17, 2026 at 12:55 PM
A diversion route is in place
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February 17, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Around 3,000 properties are experiencing issues today
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February 17, 2026 at 12:30 PM
The victim was left with facial injuries
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February 17, 2026 at 12:09 PM
The club's already survived one eviction attempt
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February 17, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The wait is over! It’s time to share the top three finalists across some of our most popular categories, including Restaurant of the Year 🍽️
February 17, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Just when you thought we were getting a bit of sunshine...
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February 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Pancake races, cooking workshops and outdoor trails - we've got some sweet ideas for Pancake Day 🥞
February 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Last time the closures caused chaos
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February 17, 2026 at 10:32 AM
Pupils have shared memories of the freezing swimming pool and dodgy school dinners - including 'liver day' 🤢

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February 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We've dug out some amazing archive pictures in here and also look back at the site's history

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February 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM
The former Royal aide, who spent time in a Kent prison for murder, is the subject of a new ITV series

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February 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM
The couple want to continue the legacy of the last owners

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February 17, 2026 at 8:30 AM
The owner says footfall has reduced significantly since a neighbouring shopping centre closed

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February 17, 2026 at 8:00 AM
A report into his death found he may have survived if he had been treated sooner
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February 17, 2026 at 7:30 AM
The contact was described as “too much for a teacher”
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February 17, 2026 at 7:00 AM