While physical abuse can happen at any time, in any family, there are some groups among which it's more common, says charity Childline.
GP and Strictly star Dr Ranj explains to My Kent Family why families should sign their children up to this year's winter flu vaccination programme.
More than 16,500 pupils sat this year's Kent Test and more than 7,400 have now been assessed as suitable for a grammar school place in the county.
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More children than ever have passed this year's Medway Test - but less than half of those eligible for a Medway grammar school place live in Medway.
It's the crucial conversation parents must have with their children but how do you raise the sensitive subject of sexual abuse? Childline has advice:
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The Kent and Medway Test results are out soon. How can you help your kids keep their cool ahead of results day?
From boiling an egg to melting chocolate. How many of these cooking skills can your offspring get to grips with?
Hundreds of youngsters across Kent and Medway have started school - and we were there to capture this momentous occasion
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New Romney - October 22
Education session 3pm-4pm followed by coffee and an opportunity to chat/share experiences.
Appledore - October 22
High-flying, tightrope-walking, slightly hypnotising adventure.
Ashford - October 22
Come and learn wonderful dances: 17th Century Jane Austen style Country Dance, 21st Century Ceilidh, Square & Barn Dance. Great exercise! No experience or partner required! Have fun, meet new people
GP and Strictly star Dr Ranj explains to My Kent Family why families should sign their children up to this year's winter flu vaccination programme.
Could this halt festive fights over the best sweets? A Kent store is among just 11 nationwide getting pick and mix Quality Street tins this month.
With Halloween looming, see our guide to the farms and fields opening their gates to families this month:
