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Girl About Town, with Zoe Hardacre

I am one of those girls with many dreams and a busy schedule, but in my spare time I prefer nothing more than gallivanting around and appreciating what Kent has to offer. This is what I hope to share with you - all those little gems I find along my travels. So sit back and enjoy the read
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Wednesday, February 22 2012 Past its sell by date?

Whilst doing my grocery shopping today I was horrified to over hear a conversation between two women in the veg aisle. They was discussing the sell by date on a packet of brussel sprouts "Oh dear I cannot ... READ MORE

It's A Wonderful Life, by Lea Tierney

Hi, my name is Lea  Welcome to my blog, It's A Wonderful Life, where I aim to find comedy in errors.
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Wednesday, February 22 2012 Facebook has been taken over by my parents...

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From hops to Havre, by Ella Dove

Bonjour, I'm Ella. A Kentish gal and university student currently teaching English in France. Providing you with life, laughs and lessons from the other side of the pond.
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Tuesday, February 21 2012 Back 2 School

‘Sorry I can’t come out tonight, I’ve got school at 8am tomorrow’ sounds like a rather strange response for a 20-year-old university student. Yet this is my usual answer these ... READ MORE

Nikki's world, with Nikki White

My name is Nikki White and welcome to my world. Read my blog every Tuesday - and let me know what you think.
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Tuesday, February 21 2012 There are some offers I can refuse

One of my friends was banging on about how great these discount voucher websites were. She’d had a lovely meal out, and her hair styled at a top salon for less than half the price you’d normally ... READ MORE

Kent weather blog

A blog written by Shaun Maltby, owner of the well-known and popular website Kent-Weather (kent-weather.co.uk). A person with a life-long devotion and passion to the weather in Kent – come rain or shine!
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Tuesday, February 21 2012 Dry and breezy but wind and rain tomorrow

Another generally bright or sunny start greets Kent this morning with all parts that should hopefully see some sunshine before today is through. A Dry and breezy day with high's of 11, maybe 12°C ... READ MORE

Big cat sightings in Kent, by Neil Arnold

Neil Arnold is a full-time researcher, author and lecturer pertaining to evidence for the existence of 'big cats' across the south-east of England. He also studies folklore and has written several books, including MYSTERY ANIMALS OF THE BRITISH ISLES: KENT, HAUNTED ...
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Tuesday, February 21 2012 Where to report a big cat sighting ?

Apologies for the lack of updates in the last week or so. Writing committments and ventures into Kent woodlands have prevented recent entries. One trip, with a friend, took us to Burham Downs, and right ... READ MORE

The kmfm Blog, with Kirstyn & Webbo

Find out what goes on behind the scenes in the studio with Kirstyn and Webbo, kmfm's breakfast show presenters for Ashford.
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Monday, February 20 2012 Yes or Snow?

Did you see the Dereck Chisora fight with David Haye, half way through a press conference broke out.   Seriously though, where on earth did the weekend go, did somebody pinch it. I just started ... READ MORE

Jan finding meaning in chaos

Although it was not my intention to live by the sea - now I love it here. I am a Parish and District Cllr and importantly I am also a fully qualified NLP Hypnotherapist. My blog will have a mish mash of my thoughts on all sorts of things that matter to me.
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Monday, February 20 2012 Talking...yes again!

Following on from my last post...more thoughts on talking and why we should do more of it. I was talking to a therapist friend of mine (Pauline, she does birthday charts) - we were just catching up with ... READ MORE

The Codgers' Club

They are the old boys who like nothing more than to moan and groan about life's everyday problems. The Codgers' Club members - Peter Cook, David Jones and Alan Watkins - grumble through life, always viewing the glass as half-empty. Here they share their latest wit and wisdom.
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Friday, February 17 2012 Why now is the right time to bring Dickens home

by Peter Cook This is my latest big idea. Let’s bring back Dickens. Forget those old campaigns to fetch HMS Victory back to Chatham, where she was built. That plan is dead in the water. Or rather ... READ MORE

Paul on Politics, by political editor Paul Francis

News, views, gossip and analysis on Kent's political scene, from County Hall to Westminster. Welcome to my blog. As KM Group's political editor, I keep an eye on the county's corridors of power. Let me know what you think - you can add your comments or views at the end of each blog entry. You can email me at pfrancis@thekmgroup.co.uk. Or follow me at http://twitter.com/PaulOnPolitics
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Friday, February 17 2012 Kent's secret library plans revealed - are they still under threat?

When Conservative county councillors were presented with a report last year setting out draft plans to withdraw funding from 44 libraries, they baulked at the idea. They could predict what was in the ... READ MORE

Just a thought, by Darren Richardson

Just some thoughts and pieces I collect to stir some debate and empathy. Some you will agree with and some you wont. Thats Democracy. Excercise your right to use it on my page.
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Thursday, February 16 2012 intolerence, injustice and insurrection

i am NOT sorry for posting this. this is happening around the UK too often and it needs stamping out NOW! Any objections post in the comments section but if there is any abuse or harrassment, comments ... READ MORE

The Kent film blog, by Lewis Dyson

  Hi, my name is Lewis Dyson and I love talking about films. My favourite movie is Children of Men (2006), which was partly filmed in Kent. I will be posting reviews, thoughts, comments and ramblings on the big releases and some stuff on local film-making. www.wilhelmspleen.wordpress.com
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Sunday, February 12 2012 The Grey - in defense of Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson has fashioed a niche for himself as the preeminent portrayer of no nonsense, man of action types. His latest film, The Grey, sees him continue on this current carer trajectory, along the same ... READ MORE

The What's On blog, with Chris Price

Want to know what’s on in the music industry in Kent? Want to know what’s on in your local theatres? Want to know what’s really going on with the stars coming to the county who speak to the KM Group’s What’s On supplement every week? This is the place to find out. From last minute shows to views on all the entertainment stuff going on in the county, this is the place to find out the real picture with exclusive images, reviews and all the juicy bits ...
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Saturday, February 11 2012 Why a bro always says yes

When my best mate called me with the offer of a free ticket to a James Morrison gig this week, I did what all bros should do: I said yes. Fans of How I Met Your Mother will understand this eternally ... READ MORE

The Business Blog, with Trevor Sturgess

The stories behind the stories, plus news, views, gossip and analysis from Kent Business editor Trevor Sturgess. Let me know what you think - you can add your comments or views at the end of each blog entry. Or you can email me at tsturgess@thekmgroup.co.uk
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Friday, February 10 2012 Sort your game out, FA

I have every sympathy for Fabio Capello.   He was left with little option but to quit after his falling-out with the FA. Who wouldn’t want to get out when your employer fails to consult ... READ MORE

The TV Thoms

Hello, Im Thom and you're very welcome. Sometimes this might be about television, and at other times it isn't. That's the excitement of reading.
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Friday, February 10 2012 Pouring my curves into a sick bag

CELEBRITIES. Look, look, look, Kim Kardashian is pouring her curves into a dress. Look, look, look, Kelly Brook is pouring her curves into a dress. Look, look, look someone else better than you is having ... READ MORE

The Gills Blog, with Luke Cawdell

Hello I'm Luke, the KM's Gillingham reporter. I've been following the Gills since 2004. Read my blog to get all the insider gossip on Kent's only league side.
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Tuesday, February 7 2012 Crucial period ahead for Gills

BY this time next week we could well have a much clearer picture of which way Gillingham’s season is going to pan out.With two games scheduled in three days it could well be a defining period.First ... READ MORE

Tales from Gun Wharf

Gun Wharf is the Chatham headquarters of Medway Council, the only unitary authority in Kent. Join Medway Messenger reporter and local resident Alan Watkins as he sorts through the service, spin, politics, personalities and cock-ups that is an everyday fact for the 250,000 people who rely on the council. Add your comments at the end of each blod - or email me at awatkins@thekmgroup.co.uk
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Saturday, November 5 2011 At the heart of everything...

If anyone thought the idea of a massive international airport just off the Kent coast was so much pie in the sky, they definitely need to rethink. The involvement of Lord Rogers is enough to chill the ... READ MORE

Kate about Town

Kate Sutton is a recent English graduate, writer and proud creator of WitWitWoo.com – a blog which chronicles her struggle with weight, comments on unbelievably bizarre overheard conversations and is a place where she shares her general frustrations now she is a brand ...
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Tuesday, November 1 2011 How To Be A World Record Breaker

Growing up we only had three TV channels to choose from.  This means I remember all my favourite TV programmes vividly … from Why Don’t You? … to Blue Peter, to The Adventure ... READ MORE

The Home Front

Every day volunteer caseworkers from SSAFA Forces Help advise and support veterans and their families across Kent. How well are our armed forces supported when they return home from conflicts and enter civvy street? Stuart Heaver is Press Officer for SSAFA Forces ...
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Wednesday, October 19 2011 The Secretary of State for Disgrace

His personal statement in the House of Commons sounded like the pompous Oscar acceptance speech from the Director of a cheap porn movie. Found guilty of clear breaches of the Ministerial Code by his own ... READ MORE

Dan Millen's People of Kent

Hello people of Kent and welcome to my Blog. I am going to be talking to different people from Kent, maybe even you, about your lives, how much you like Kent, what you like to do in your free time and basically just learn more about the people of our county. In addition to this I will be asking all of my interviewees a random question of the week and I am just looking for outrageous, fun answers.  Use your imagination, it’s supposed to be fun. But enough about my Blog.  ...
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Friday, September 16 2011 Murphy's Law? Or Just Sian Fighting Off The Bad Side of Life?

I'm back again for another fantastic interview.  Where do these people hide in Kent? This week's special guest on my blog is the wonderfully truthful and exceptionally brave Sian Murphy, 48 from ... READ MORE

Nick Bateman

My name is Nick Bateman and  I live in Kent and I am passionate about Kent. I am a travel and property writer. I hope you enjoy my blog.
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Wednesday, August 24 2011 Red Arrows

As I am still a child at heart and live quite close to Manston Airport, in Kent, I often go and watch the Red Arrows take off and land.   This interest was first fuelled when I was schooled next ... READ MORE

People's Republic of Kent

Daniel Furr is a freelance writer and blogger, commenting on political affairs of national politics and its effects on Kent. A resident of Canterbury and highly opinionated from a liberal point of view. When not blogging, I tweet, bake and drink tea. Feel free to contact me via Twitter or Facebook.
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Monday, July 11 2011 A free press is fundamental to a democracy

  The vultures are circling; the press is the enemy within. I will not regurgitate the allegations about the News of the World or the rumours surrounding other newspapers, this has been recycled ... READ MORE

The Driving Instructor, by Jemma E Fhartson

Jeremy Clarkson does the cars; Jemma E Fhartson hopes to reveal the truth behind REAL road driving and anything related to the cause.  It's about time a few things come out of the closet. Read on, join in or drop out - the choice is yours.  This is a cosy, friendly ...
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Sunday, May 29 2011 LACY STOCKINGS

It's not often I do 124mph down a Kent motorway but yesterday was a bit different. Sorry officer: "I had cramp"..."I didn't realise"..."I'm late for a cross-stitch class"..."I wondered why no-one was ... READ MORE

The Editor's Blog, with Bob Bounds

Welcome to my blog. I edit the Medway Messenger plus the Gravesend and Dartford Messengers. This blog will chart the stories behind the news, and shed some light on how your paper makes it to the newsstands each week. I also want to hear what you think of the paper, and what we should be covering. You can have your say in the comments on each post, or email medwaymessenger@thekmgroup.co.uk
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Tuesday, May 24 2011 Medways' city status bid goes to the very top

To the Houses of Parliament yesterday for the delivery of Medway's bid to claim city status as part of the Queen's diamond jubilee celebrations. First, the impressive and highly professional document was ... READ MORE

Commuters' Charter - Fighting for a Fair Deal

Do you have a nightmare journey into work on the roads or rails? We're backing hard-pressed Kent commuters as they battle high costs and poor service by devoting this blog to them. Each entry is an individual snapshot of what happens to people on their way to work written ...
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Thursday, April 7 2011 67 Seconds - by Gary Williams

67 Seconds is the amount of time from stepping off one train at Paddock Wood to the Medway Valley line train departing. Lovely in this sort of weather and if it was timetabled that way I'd be quite impressed ... READ MORE

Exploring Kent's History, by Jackie Grebby

Now in my 60s, I've edited the Egerton-and-Pluckley Parish Magazine since 1991 and the Journal of Kent History since September 2004. I am currently Chairman of the Charing & District Local History Group, and Vice-Chairman of the Kent History Federation and recently set up the Kent History Federation website. Author of a History of Pluckley (now out of print) and Pluckley’s Ghosts, my hobbies include photography, gardening, cooking, and of course local his ...
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Thursday, March 17 2011 Kent and Lent

We’re in the middle of Lent – not that many observe it in the same way it was once. No meat certainly, even if you could afford it, and a daily diet of fish would certainly begin to pall after ... READ MORE

Picture of the Day

Hi there, my name is Barry Hollis. Welcome to my blog. As the KM’s Picture Services Editor I see daily what has been taken around the county. I am going to try and highlight the picture of the day and what it’s all about, I am keen to get your views and even your pictures that could be of interest to the KM Group. So send me your picture of the day we could use it on the blog and even in one of our publications. Make sure you provide all your details where the picture was ...
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Wednesday, February 2 2011 Rugby high flyer

Martin Robinson heads for Sheppey's 5th try. Sheppey (red/white) vs Lordswood, Rugby action from Sheppey RFC, Lower Road, Minster, by ANDY PAYTON.

Alice's Blog

My names Alice, I'm 21 years old and I live in Kent. I work as an Accounts Assistant in London, commuting daily by coach. I will be updating my blog as often as possible with posts to keep you occupied on your way to, from and during work (when you get a spare five minutes!) Comments welcome, Enjoy.  
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Monday, January 31 2011 Sexism: Banter or Sackable Offence?

In light of the recent ‘Richard Keys and Andy Gray’ sexism row in the media, it has inspired me to write a blog. Sky Chief’s are speaking out today calling it ‘totally unacceptable’ ... READ MORE

Shari's Blog

My Name is Shari. I am a 26-year-old female in a job I hate, a disastrous love life and I have PLENTY to moan about every single day. I live in the gym  I will be talking about my everyday life and ups and downs (more downs than ups I must say) and look forward to hearing everyone's opinions!!!
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Friday, January 7 2011 New Year Resolutions - RANT

Happy new year to you all, i bet lots of people have made new years resolutions to "keep fit" "join a gym" etc etc.  But i have a bee in my bonnett about this.    Having been a regular ... READ MORE

The Dog Blog

Hi, my name is Elaine Everest and I live in Swanley North West Kent. Having been born in Erith I haven’t moved far in the past fifty odd years. My passion is everything to do with dogs. Whether it is owning a pet or pedigree, breeding, showing, judging or just admiring them from afar I am your girl. I like to protect our four legged friends from the anti dog brigade and as such my words have appeared in many canine publications. I work as a freelance writer and yes my specialism ...
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Tuesday, December 7 2010 Snow, Frozen Lakes and Rivers and Dogs

Dogs and water only go together at bathtime and in the summer months. Come winter and the big freeze and the two should never meet. I read a story today in a national newspaper along with the many comments ... READ MORE

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