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00:23:49

Podcast: Firefighters tackle huge fire at Elmtree...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/28

Dozens of firefighters have been tackling a huge fire at a farm near Ashford.Crews were called to Elmtree Farm in Sellindge last night and battled to move cows to safety as flames swept through two barns.Hear from people who live nearby and from Kent Fire and Rescue Service.Also in today's podcast, a protest has been held outside County Hall in Maidstone as parents call for a reform of special needs education.We've been speaking to organiser Lisa Lloyd from Larkfield, who has two children with

00:20:09

Podcast: the Princess of Wales visits SEND children...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/27

The Princess of Wales has been in Kent to learn about the support given to children with special educational needs and their families.Kate joined a family portage session - something that's available to youngsters from the time they're born until they start school.Our reporter Megan Carr was also there and spoke to families and practitioners who met the Princess.Also in today's podcast, four Kent firefighters who went to Morocco to provide support after the deadly earthquake have been speaking to

00:21:24

Podcast: Ashford boxer Jack Ewbank jailed for dealing...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/26

A boxer from Ashford is starting more than two years in prison for dealing cocaine.Welterweight Jack Ewbank was pulled over by police while driving in Folkestone - find out what details were revealed in court.Also in today's podcast, a Chatham dad's issued a warning after a fire at his house which was caused by leaving electrical items on charge.A bedroom at the property on St Mary's Island was badly damaged - but crews say the flames didn't spread further because the door had been closed.We've got

00:25:56

Podcast: Three hostels run by the House of Mercy...

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2023/09/25

Three hostels for homeless people in Gravesend and Northfleet are going to close after the charity running them ran out of cash.The House of Mercy charity has supported people in the towns for more than 30 years - hear from Michael Donovan who's vice chairman of trustees.Also in today's podcast, a Northfleet woman who owns an XL Bully has joined a protest in London after plans were announced to ban the breed.The Prime Minister made the decision after a spate of attacks - we've been speaking to Chell

00:22:45

Podcast: Idyllic Sittingbourne village now...

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2023/09/22

Residents have slammed plans for new houses in Teynham saying the once idyllic village has become a "dumping ground" for development. Just this year, work has started on 300 new homes with approval granted for another 380. Also in today's podcast, we hear the story of a Kent dad who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer after being told his neck pain was a pulled muscle. The 33-year-old was given the devastating diagnosis only days after he thought he was in remission.A mother has made a heart

00:16:03

Podcast: Tributes have been paid to a Gillingham dad...

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2023/09/21

The wife of a dad from Gillingham has paid tribute after he died in a work accident at Twickenham stadium.Mitchell Bonney, 36, was an escalator engineer and a volunteer coach for the Upchurch Colts Under 9s.Also in today's podcast, a young Kent woman whose ex shared naked pictures of her online when she was just 14 has welcomed the Online Safety Bill finally becoming law.It's been signed off by parliament and means tech companies will have to make their sites safe for children.Local bosses say they

00:20:11

Podcast: Ashford residents feel trapped in own homes...

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2023/09/20

People living on an estate in Ashford say they feel trapped in their own homes after a bus service was suddenly scrapped.Stagecoach says it's made the decision not to serve the Little Burton estate because of a fall in passenger numbers. Hear from one resident who relied on the bus, and we've got a response from the company.Also in today's podcast, the home secretary's urging tech companies to improve online safety, following a visit to Kent Police.Suella Braverman's been to the digital forensics

00:25:01

Podcast: The Three Mariners landlord says his income...

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2023/09/19

The landlord of a Medway pub says his income has been badly affected by regular closures of the Lower Rainham Road.Hear from our reporter Joe Harbert who has been following the story.Also in today's podcast, NHS bosses say strike action this week will result in "serious challenges" for health services across Kent and Medway.Hospital consultants are beginning a two-day walkout and they'll be joined by junior doctors tomorrow. We've been getting reaction from Medway GP, Dr Julian Spinks.A Medway vicar

00:22:34

Podcast: Claims Margate mum was "fat-shamed" before...

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2023/09/18

The family of a Margate mum who died just a month after giving birth claim she was "fat-shamed" by staff. An inquest has heard how the 38-year-old was “tormented” by comments - hospital bosses say a thorough investigation has taken place. Also in today's podcast, there are calls for police to be tougher on boy racers gathering on an industrial estate in MedwayBusiness owners want police to start getting tough after buildings were vandalised and staff were abused. An ex-soldier has been sent to

00:19:19

Podcast: Firefighters tackle large blaze involving...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/15

Firefighters have been tackling a blaze involved 300 tonnes of waste at a recycling centre in Medway.Crews were called to the site at Chatham Docks just after midnight and told people living nearby to keep windows and doors closed because of the smoke. Hear from a man who lives nearby and our reporter Alex Langridge.Also in today's podcast, a killer insect that's threatening bee populations has been spotted more in Kent than any other part of the country this summer.Just last month there were 18

00:17:50

Podcast: Kent firefighters describe devastating...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/14

Firefighters from Kent who have been sent to help with recovery efforts in Morocco say they're witnessing devastation. Nearly 3000 people are known to have died following last week's earthquake. Also in today's podcast, parents of school children near Canterbury are calling for better bus services after students were left stranded by the side of the road. The busses drove past because they were already full but it's angered those who pay £450 a year for a bus pass. Local bosses in Kent have hit back

00:21:38

Podcast: Chatham shoppers stung by new parking fees

KentOnline ·

2023/09/13

New parking charges are being introduced at a popular shopping centre in Chatham. The decision has caused outrage with many saying it's a money making scheme and they won't shop there anymore. Also in today's podcast, we have an update on the murder of a pub landlord from Maidstone.Matthew Bryant was stabbed to death on Monday night and a woman has now been charged. Hear the reaction of staff at a shop in Deal who say new double yellow lines outside are keeping customers away. They say the

00:18:10

Podcast: Stabbing death of pub landlord leads to...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/12

A murder investigation is under way following the death of a man in Maidstone. The victim has been named as a popular pub landlord - a woman who is known to him has been taken into custody. Also in today's podcast, a Rochester mum is urging new parents to be aware of a rare brain condition that she claims was missed by maternity staff and health visitors. Oliver's conditions wasn't diagnosed until he was nearly one year old when he was forced to have invasive surgery. Two Wilko stores in Kent are

00:25:30

Podcast: Villagers in Teynham fear a constant water...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/11

Residents in Teynham near Sittingbourne say constant water leaks around the railway station are becoming dangerous.People living near the level crossing are scared it could be damaged or even subside if South East Water don't fix the problem soon. We've been speaking to a local councillor and have reaction from the water company.Also in today's podcast, we've been finding out what sort of impact a Costco store could have as the retailer prepares to open its first store here.The American brand

00:18:37

Podcast: Queues on the M20 and extra checks at Dover...

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2023/09/08

Lorries are stacked waiting for extra checks at Dover and part of the M20 remains closed as the search for escaped prisoner Daniel Khalife enters its third day. Thanet MP Craig Mackinlay says it's highlighted some glaring security issues that need to be addressed. Also in today's podcast, dozens of staff have walked away from a bus company operating in Kent after the closure of a local depot. As many as 50 employees, many of them drivers, have left Stagecoach just ahead of planned service

00:19:07

Podcast: Crime commissioner calls for inquiry as M20...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/07

Part of the M20 in Kent was shut today as a huge manhunt for an escaped prisoner continued.Daniel Khalife managed to escape from Wandsworth jail in south London yesterday. It's led to Kent's police and crime commissioner calling for a full investigation into what happened.Also in today's podcast, the roof of a Kent theatre could need to be replaced after it was found to contain a potentially dangerous form of concrete.We've already been told the Orchard in Dartford will be closed until the end of

00:20:17

Podcast: Faversham festival shut down as crowds swell...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/06

A five piece party band from Sittingbourne has struck a chord with fans at a festival and forced organisers to cut the event short. The group were performing at The Quay as part of the Hop Festival in Faversham when crowds began to spill across a busy road. Also in today's podcast, Kent is bracing for a rare September heatwave as temperatures push above 30 degrees. An amber heat health alert has been issued and we're being warned it could put pressure on the NHS. Angry residents of a flat in Chatham

00:22:18

Podcast: Dad-of-two dies in hospital more than seven...

KentOnline ·

2023/09/05

Tributes have been paid to a dad-of-two who has died in hospital more that seven months after a crash.Emmanuel Gotora was seriously injured when the car he was driving hit a tree on Dane Valley Road in January.Also in today's podcast, two schools in Kent have been forced to close as the crumbling concrete crisis continues.Palmarsh Primary in Hythe is shut completely - while some students at St James Church of England Primary in Tunbridge Wells won't be able to attend classes.Hear from the man in

00:19:30

Podcast: Margate man posts video of arrest on Tik Tok...

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2023/09/04

A Margate thief who went on a one man crime spree has filmed his arrest and posted it on Tik Tok. Over the course of six months he terrorised shops and attacked police - his video has racked up thousands of view on social media. Also in today's podcast, we have a full list of the Kent schools impacted by the crumbling concrete crisis. Students across the country are facing disruption to the new school year over fears some buildings could collapse. A Chatham woman who has spent the last 14 years

00:21:21

Podcast: Kent schools to avoid concrete crisis

KentOnline ·

2023/09/01

Kent County Council say there are no further schools in Kent affected by the safety concerns over collapsing concrete. Five schools in the county were impacted by the same issue earlier this year - more than 100 schools in England are facing disruption to the new academic year as it's dealt with. Also in today's podcast, there are no trains in Kent today as members of the ASLEF union are out on strike.It's part of a dispute over pay and conditions that has seen walkouts staged since last June. The

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