Tag: Kent
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Tragic Hamstreet House Fire Leaves Child Dead, Two Hospitalized
Overview of the incident A devastating house fire in Hamstreet, near Ashford in Kent, has claimed the life of one child and left another child and an adult in hospital, according to Kent Fire and Rescue Service. Three firefighters also sustained minor injuries while tackling the blaze on White Admiral Way. Authorities described the fire…
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Tragic House Fire in Hamstreet: Child Dies, Another Child and Adult Hospitalized
What happened in Hamstreet? A serious house fire occurred on White Admiral Way in Hamstreet, near Ashford, Kent. Authorities say the blaze resulted in the death of one child and left another child and an adult in hospital for treatment. Three firefighters also sustained minor injuries while tackling the flames. The incident prompted a large…
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Tragic Hamstreet House Fire Leaves Child Dead and Another in Hospital
Tragic incident unfolds as fire tears through a Hamstreet home A devastating house fire in Hamstreet, near Ashford, Kent, has claimed the life of a child and left another child and an adult in hospital. Emergency services were called to the residence on White Admiral Way after reports of a blaze broke out, with local…
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Pubs brace for Christmas disaster
Christmas in the pub: a battle for survival As the festive season approaches, pubs across the country brace for a Christmas that could redefine their year. The Rose and Crown in Hartlip, Kent—like many village pubs—has long been a social anchor, where a pint and a chat can settle a week’s worries. But rising costs,…
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A2 Part-Closed Near Gravesend After Serious Multi-Vehicle Crash
A2 part-closed near Gravesend after serious multi-vehicle crash Drivers are facing delays after part of the A2 in Kent was closed following a serious multi-vehicle crash. The incident happened on the eastbound carriageway near Gravesend, with the closure spanning the stretch between the A2260 and A227 junctions as highways officers manage the scene. Kent Police…
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Union Flags Threaten Harrietsham Christmas Lights Display
Introduction: a festive display at risk Residents of Harrietsham, a village in Kent, have been told that their beloved Christmas lights along the main road could be scrapped if flags displayed over the summer remain in place. The dispute centers on Union flags and St George’s crosses that appeared during warmer months, prompting new tensions…
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Union Flags Put Christmas Lights at Risk in Harrietsham, Kent
Flag controversy threatens Harrietsham’s cherished Christmas lights The festive season in Harrietsham, a village in Kent, could look very different this year after summer flag displays involving Union and St George’s flags prompted warnings that the annual Christmas lights display might be cancelled. Local residents, volunteers and council members are weighing up the implications as…
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Harrietsham Christmas Lights at Risk Over Summer Flags
Locals warned that festive displays may be cancelled A Kent village is facing the possibility of cancelling its beloved Christmas lights display after flags flown on properties this summer drew a warning from local authorities. Harrietsham residents have long enjoyed a festive tradition along the main road, but recent concerns over the display have sparked…
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Franc, Canterbury, Kent: ‘Just great, great cooking’ – restaurant review
First impressions: a sleek doorway, a confident promise New openings often carry a whisper before they spill into full view. Franc, the Canterbury venture from the team behind a familiar culinary juggernaut, arrived with a measurable buzz. The moment you walk in, the space signals intent: clean lines, warm lighting, and an aroma that hints…
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Joakim Berg Receives Music Publishers’ Honorary Award
Joakim Berg: A Visionary in Swedish Music In a significant recognition of his contribution to the Swedish music scene, Joakim Berg has been awarded the prestigious Music Publishers’ Honorary Award for 2023. This accolade celebrates Berg as “one of Sweden’s greatest songwriters of all time,” in line with the award’s mission to honor creators who…