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Local groups invited to apply to DDC's Cost of Living Community Impact Fund

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Community groups supporting local people with the cost of living are invited to apply to DDC's Cost of Living Community Impact Fund
Date:
Wednesday 17th September 2025

Council calls for action following EFRA Committee reports on border biosecurity

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DDC welcomes the publication of two critical reports from the EFRA Committee on biosecurity
Date:
Monday 15th September 2025

Groundbreaking multimedia art trail launches in Dover

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A groundbreaking new multimedia art trail launches in Dover today
Date:
Tuesday 9th September 2025

Topping out ceremony marks key milestone for multi million pound Bench building in Dover

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A topping out ceremony was held today to mark a key milestone in the multi million pound development of the Bench building in Dover
Date:
Monday 8th September 2025

Welcome to England's largest festival of history and culture!

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It's ten days of free entry to many of the country's heritage sites involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations.
Date:
Monday 8th September 2025

Council reorganisation takes the next step

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Government ministers want councils in Kent and Medway to deliver their services in a different way.
Date:
Friday 5th September 2025

Merchant Navy Day in Dover 2025

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A Merchant Navy Day service and wreath laying ceremony is being held on Dover Seafront at 11am on Wednesday, 3 September
Date:
Tuesday 26th August 2025

New monthly job clubs coming to Dover, Deal and Sandwich

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Qualified staff will be on hand to provide invaluable free support to residents looking for work.
Date:
Thursday 14th August 2025

Work starts on Dover Time Tunnel artwork as part of underpass renovation

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Preparation works are underway for the installation of a colourful new 'Dover Time Tunnel' artwork as part of underpass renovation
Date:
Friday 8th August 2025

Supporting communities - DDC awards £50k in Community Grants

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A total of around £50k has been awarded to 72 different groups as part of DDC's Community Grants Scheme
Date:
Friday 1st August 2025

Helping to promote healthy living and protect children from second-hand smoke

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DDC and partners have been working with pupils to design new signs to help protect children from the dangers of second-hand smoke
Date:
Monday 21st July 2025

Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens named among the country's best parks

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Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award for the fifth year running
Date:
Thursday 17th July 2025

Visit the Roman Painted House this summer – extended opening times

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Entry is free, and children will be invited to take part in a family-friendly trail
Date:
Wednesday 16th July 2025

Statement of Community Involvement - have your say

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A key document has been updated setting out how people can get involved in the planning process - and your views are sought
Date:
Wednesday 16th July 2025

Dinosaur Day is coming to Dover and it's going to be Roarsome!

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The district's very own 'Jurassic Park' comes to life in Pencester Gardens on Wednesday 6 August
Date:
Wednesday 16th July 2025

Play area renovations in Kearsney Abbey

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An exciting new-look play area in Kearsney Abbey is set to swing into action
Date:
Tuesday 8th July 2025

Protecting Deal Pier for future generations - next phase of key works approved

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Significant investment is being made on Deal Pier to improve and protect the popular local attraction
Date:
Tuesday 8th July 2025

Transformation of Dover's Western Heights underway after funding boost

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Positive progress one year on from the launch of the regeneration project
Date:
Monday 30th June 2025

Works start on underpass renovation

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Key improvements to renovate the Townwall Street underpass under the A20 in Dover are getting underway this week
Date:
Friday 20th June 2025

Love your beach this summer

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A summer drive to continue to help reduce litter on our beaches during the holiday season has been launched
Date:
Thursday 19th June 2025
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