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Outrage over council plans to spray insecticide on toxic caterpillars

Outrage over council plans to spray insecticide on toxic caterpillars

30 May 2024

A council’s controversial plan to unleash “targeted insecticide treatment” on toxic caterpillars has been labelled “absolutely outrageous”.

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Autoglass worker stunned as bees swarm BMW and try to build hive

Autoglass worker stunned as bees swarm BMW and try to build hive

29 May 2024

A windscreen repairman stared in disbelief as a swarm of bees surrounded the BMW he was fixing and nested inside.

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Hilarious pictures of Kent’s naughtiest pets causing chaos

Hilarious pictures of Kent’s naughtiest pets causing chaos

29 May 2024

We asked readers to send in pictures of their naughty pets - and have received hundreds of photos of dogs, cats and even sheep getting up to no good.

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Police seize dog after cockapoo loses leg in savage attack

Police seize dog after cockapoo loses leg in savage attack

27 May 2024

A young cockapoo had to have his leg amputated after being attacked by a much larger, muscular dog that slipped its lead and muzzle.

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Council blunder sees eight chicks die after letterbox warning ignored

Council blunder sees eight chicks die after letterbox warning ignored

25 May 2024

Eight chicks died after a blundering council worker posted a roadworks notice into a letterbox - despite warnings the birds were nesting inside.

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Exotic animal that escaped from zoo found after five days on the loose

Exotic animal that escaped from zoo found after five days on the loose

24 May 2024

A tayra that has been on the loose for almost a week after escaping from her enclosure has been returned to her zoo after she was tracked down.

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‘Cheeky’ dog steals more than 100 tennis balls from courts

‘Cheeky’ dog steals more than 100 tennis balls from courts

24 May 2024

An owner has returned more than 100 balls to tennis courts after discovering her light-pawed pooch’s quirky obsession.

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Horse gets stuck in mud at popular beach

Horse gets stuck in mud at popular beach

23 May 2024

Emergency services were called to reports a horse needed rescuing after it bolted from its rider.

Queen Asian hornet builds nest at cafe

Queen Asian hornet builds nest at cafe

21 May 2024

A queen Asian hornet has built a nest at a roadside cafe as experts warn sightings must be reported immediately.

Exotic animal on the loose after escaping from zoo

Exotic animal on the loose after escaping from zoo

21 May 2024

A Tayra has escaped from her enclosure at a wildlife conservation zoo, with “distraught” keepers warning the public not to approach her.

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Funfair and dog show for RSPCA’s 200th birthday

Funfair and dog show for RSPCA’s 200th birthday

20 May 2024

An animal charity is celebrating its milestone anniversary with a fundraiser featuring carnival rides, stalls, games and a display of classic cars.

Adorable lion cubs born at Kent wildlife park

Adorable lion cubs born at Kent wildlife park

20 May 2024

Visitors to a wildlife park can now see a pair of energetic lion cubs as they venture around their new enclosure.

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Asian hornet sightings in Kent as county is put on high alert

Asian hornet sightings in Kent as county is put on high alert

20 May 2024

Kent is on the frontline when it comes to Asian hornet sightings and experts are urging people to be vigilant as the county enters ‘peak season’.

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Former guide dog has surgery to prevent blindness

Former guide dog has surgery to prevent blindness

20 May 2024

A former guide dog has undergone eye surgery to prevent her going blind.

Rat dies after ‘children beat it in street’

Rat dies after ‘children beat it in street’

20 May 2024

An investigation has been launched after children reportedly beat a wild rat in the street.

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'I've become a beekeeper by accident!'

'I've become a beekeeper by accident!'

19 May 2024

A retired engineer is planning to adopt a swarm of bees after thousands landed in the front garden of his house.

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Mum’s horror at rats scurrying around children’s play park

Mum’s horror at rats scurrying around children’s play park

19 May 2024

A mum has told of her shock at seeing several rats running around a children’s play park in broad daylight.

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Shocking pictures show ball bearing lodged in seagull’s head

Shocking pictures show ball bearing lodged in seagull’s head

15 May 2024

Shocking pictures show a prone seagull discovered with a ball bearing lodged at the base of its skull.

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Indoor heated dog pool where XL Bullies are welcome

Indoor heated dog pool where XL Bullies are welcome

15 May 2024

A canine playground including Kent’s first indoor fun pool for dogs, plus a tricks studio, has opened.

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Pug left with serious burns on face and mouth

Pug left with serious burns on face and mouth

14 May 2024

A seven-month-old pug was left with a swollen face, fractures and breathing difficulties while under his care.

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