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HGVs: Is enough being done to combat the menace of HGVs on country roads? ...; SpeakOut...

Richborough towers future: Ugly eyesore or valuable landmark? Should the Richborough cooling towers be demolished? What would you do with the site? ...; SpeakOut...

Spoof Canterbury guide: What do you think of the guide? Is it a harmless piece of fun or could it damage the city? ...; SpeakOut...

Olympic handover in Herne Bay: Were the Olympic celebrations in Herne Bay rather flat and poorly promoted? ...; SpeakOut...

Are we living in a more violent society?: Are youngsters today using violence to solve disputes? Are they much-maligned and too easily blamed? ...; SpeakOut...

Mamma Mia success: Have you seen Mamma Mia? What did you think of the film? Let us have your views. ...; SpeakOut...

Should the A227 be downgraded to a 'B' road?: Following the death of a pedestrian on the A227 in Meopham recently, we ask should the A227 Wrotham Road be downgraded? ...; SpeakOut...

Should stacking the shelves come before a good night's sleep?: As Sainsbury's in Northfleet asks the council for permission to receive deliveries into the early hours, people living nearby say their sleep will suffer - what do you think? ...; SpeakOut...

Tributes to Brian Anderson: Did you know Brian Anderson? Add your tribute to him, here. ...; SpeakOut...

UFO sighting: Did you see anything unusual in the sky over Ashford? ...; SpeakOut...

Late night booze delivery service: A Medway entrepreneur has set up a new late night alcohol delivery service. What do you think of the idea? ...; SpeakOut...

Flying the European flag: Do you feel the Union flag should be flown all year round? Should we fly the European flag more often? Join our debate. ...; SpeakOut...

Webbo's World: Join our online discussion on John Webster's Kentish Express column. ...; SpeakOut...

Missing library stock: Do you think KCC should do more to chase people who don't return library property? ...; SpeakOut...

Gillingham: Have your say on anything to do with Gillingham Football Club. ...; SpeakOut...

Maidstone or Maidenhead?: A woman arrived in Maidstone for a job interview, only to find out that she should have been in Maidenhead, Berkshire. But she's not the only one to confuse the...; SpeakOut...

Neighbourhood Watch members rewarded for reporting crimes: Do you agree with Neighbourhood Watch members being financially rewarded for reporting crimes? ...; SpeakOut...

What would you do to improve Medway?: Cable cars could become to Medway what the Tube is to London under a master plan for the Towns. What would be your vision for the Towns? ...; SpeakOut...

Athletics track: Do you think an athletics track should be build at Sutton Valence School? ...; SpeakOut...

Headcorn parking charges: Do you think charges should be introduced in Headcornâ€™s car park after all these years? ...; SpeakOut...

Purple Passage: Have your say on the Bishop of Maidstone's column ...; SpeakOut...

GCSEs - How did you do?: Post your grades or your comments here: ...; SpeakOut...

Should the sports centre stay open?: Tell us what you think about Astor of Hever Community School's decision to close its sports centre, formerly the Westborough Sports Centre, to community groups from August 31. ...; SpeakOut...

What are your driving vices?: Tell us whether you have put on your lippy on the motorway, or eaten a BLT on a B-road... ...; SpeakOut...

Are rats and other vermin a problem?: Have you seen rats and mice in Maidstone? Are there too many pigeons in town? Could more be done to be rid of them? ...; SpeakOut...

Caught on speed cameras: Do you agree with speed cameras? ...; SpeakOut...

Foreign drivers don't get fined for speeding: Do you think the CPS should pursue all foreign drivers caught for speeding in Kent? ...; SpeakOut...

Where in the World are you?: Your place for sharing memories and thoughts on life in the Medway Towns. ...; SpeakOut...

Kingsnorth: Climate Camp 2008 - your verdict: The 2008 Climate Camp at Kingsnorth Power Station has drawn to a close - and Deangate Ridge at Hoo is returning to normal. How were you affected by the protest...; SpeakOut...

The Rant Register: Whether it's parking, mobile masts or a gripe on changing times it's always good to rant and share. Welcome to your one-stop shop for setting the world straight. ...; SpeakOut...

Should hospital drivers be given grace?: Is it fair that drivers staying at hospital for an hour and five minutes should pay for two hours' parking? Add your views here. ...; SpeakOut...

Was the Allington Incinerator a mistake?: Allington residents never wanted an incinerator on their doorstep. Now, 10 years after the plan was first mooted, Cllr Keith Ferrin (Con), KCC's cabinet member for the environment, has said...; SpeakOut...

Speeding bikers: What do you think about measures to stop speeding bikers on the A229 at Marden, Staplehurst and Cranbrook? ...; SpeakOut...

Big cat sightings: Have you seen a big cat in Kent? Please list where, when (including the date and time) and a description of the animal here. ...; SpeakOut...

Parking fines: A family has cried foul after being fined for parking in the right space, but failing to display a permit. Has something similar happened to you? Tell us here....; SpeakOut...

New speed camera for Maidstone: Do you think a speed camera is needed on this stretch of road? Does Maidstone need any more? ...; SpeakOut...

Should Tunbridge Wells take the Plunge?: What benefits could there be to joining up with Plunge, the 16th biggest city in Lithuania and home to 23,000 people? Give us your suggestions. ...; SpeakOut...

Communities can take over council halls: Councils are being encouraged to allow community groups to take over the running of local halls. Do you think this is a good idea? ...; SpeakOut...

Bankrupt kitchen fitter jailed: Were you a victim of Lincoln McLean? Let us know. ...; SpeakOut...

Greatest Olympian: Who is the greatest Olympian ever? Do you have a favourite from Kent - or has one athlete blown you away with their talent or power? Let us know here....; SpeakOut...

Lights for Life campaign: What do you think of the scheme unveiled by the Highways Agency? ...; SpeakOut...

Olympic Games blog: Are you going to the Games? Add your comments here. ...; SpeakOut...

What should be done about seriously obese youngsters?: How do we help children like Georgia? Who is to blame for her weight? ...; SpeakOut...

M20 congestion: Will allowing motorists to use the hard shoulder on the M20 help ease congestion? ...; SpeakOut...

Traffic calming: Coxheath residents want a traffic calming scheme in their village to be changed, claiming that it has made Heath Road more dangerous. Do you think chicanes encourage motorists to...; SpeakOut...

Chapman Avenue development: Will a new cul-de-sac off Chapman Avenue add to the traffic dangers? ...; SpeakOut...

The Way We Were: Do you remember any of the events listed in the Kent Messenger's The Way We Were feature? Or do you have a memory you want to share. Let us...; SpeakOut...

HGVs: Do you think enough is being done to solve the problem? ...; SpeakOut...

Was Ambrose Gwinnet innocent - or did he even exist?: Did you see the play? Do you know the story? Let us have your views on this 300-year-old murder mystery. ...; SpeakOut...

How should children be prevented from accessing harmful content on the web?: One in six schoolchildren sees "nasty, worrying or frightening content" on the web according to the House of Commons Culture, Media and Sport Committee. A report states there are no...; SpeakOut...

Are charity shops killing Whitstable?: Do you think charity shops have an unfair advantage over other traders? ...; SpeakOut...

Chalk's new single: We've got an exclusive preview of the first single by rising bassline star Chalk - tell us what you think about it. ...; SpeakOut...

Medway : The Guide - Your reviews: Been to see a show or gig and wanted to tell the world? Have an event coming up needing a bit of extra publicity. This is your place for letting...; SpeakOut...

Chatham Master plan approved: The destruction of an historic area of open space and the demolition of a divisive flyover are at the heart of proposals approved aimed at boosting the appearance of Chatham...; SpeakOut...

Heroic?: One PCSO averted disaster in North Kent. Have you or a family member, friend or colleague done anything which deserves special mention? Show how much you appreciate someone's help by...; SpeakOut...

Is Maidstone your kind of town?: What to you think of Maidstone? ...; SpeakOut...

Have your say on Stack: A Quick Moveable Barrier? Lorry parks? More freight using the railways? What's the solution to the Stack nightmare? ...; SpeakOut...

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