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		<title>Primary Schools Invited to Join Exciting Community Art Exhibition and Charity Auction- ‘Characters from my favourite book’</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:21:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Stephen Oliver: Studio &#38; Gallery and We Are Beams are organising a special community art exhibition showcasing the creativity of primary school children to support a cause that makes a real difference to families in their local community. The collaboration invites primary schools to encourage their pupils to create artwork inspired by their favourite literary [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>We Are Beams is delighted to announce that British racing driver Nicolas Hamilton has officially joined the charity as a Patron</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:16:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nicolas who is the half-brother of Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton made history by competing in the British Touring Car Championship while living with Cerebral Palsy. He is a living testament to the fact that a diagnosis does not have to define a destination. During a recent visit to Dragon’s Retreat, the charity’s six [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>‘WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT’ COMES TO LIFE AS 86 GIANT BEARS TAKE OVER UK TOWN</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:35:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighty-six giant bears will take over Dartford next summer as the beloved children’s classic&#160;We’re Going on a Bear Hunt&#160;is brought to life in a major public art trail inspired by the famous story by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury. Led by Kent-based hospice charity ellenor in partnership with Dartford Borough Council as Presenting Partner, and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) celebrates the women behind lifesaving charity</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:12:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) is proud to mark International Women’s Day 2026 by celebrating the remarkable contribution of women across our lifesaving service. This year’s global theme,&#160;‘Give to Gain’, which encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration, resonates strongly with our commitment to a culture where every member of our team is [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Charity brings family more time with their beloved retired police dog</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:00:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A charity&#160;that helps retired police dogs access the best in veterinary care has covered the cost of vital surgery for a Labrador who worked as a search and detection dog with Kent Police. Retired police dog (RPD) Max worked as a passive drugs detection dog with Kent Police until retiring in 2022&#160;due to hip problems. [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>LISTENING FIRST, LEADING WITH PURPOSE: JON QUINN ON BECOMING CEO OF ELLENOR</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:50:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[“What I want people to feel is confidence in the leadership of the organisation. There’s hard work ahead, but I want the team with me, driving ellenor forward and making sure we continue to meet the needs of the communities of North Kent and Bexley.” As Jon Quinn begins his role as Chief Executive of [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) brings together local Civic and Community Leaders to champion lifesaving support</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:18:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) welcomed civic and community leaders from across Kent to its Rochester HQ&#160;this week for one of two&#160;special events&#160;focused on&#160;working&#160;even more&#160;closely together&#160;to&#160;strengthen community resilience and&#160;increase&#160;support&#160;–&#160;helping to save more lives and ensure&#160;the best possible patient outcomes.&#160; Mayors,&#160;Deputy Mayors, Council&#160;Leaders and Business Improvement District&#160;Leaders,&#160;as well as other local representatives from across [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>New Volunteer Transport Scheme Launched to Help Dartford Residents Reach Medical Appointments</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 22:34:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A new community initiative has launched in Dartford to help residents access vital healthcare services at reasonable cost. The Volunteer Transport Scheme Dartford is a 12-month pilot project, supported and subsidised by Dartford Borough Council and coordinated by the Healthy Living Centre Dartford. The scheme provides a less costly volunteer-led transport service for residents aged [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) Patient and Family Aftercare Service receives grant to support vital work</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 22:31:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Take on a Challenge in 2026 and help We Are Beams celebrate 30 years of supporting disabled children.</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:50:17 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you are thinking about taking part in a marathon, mud run, cycling challenge or even skydiving We Are Beams can help make it happen. This year, Beams is celebrating 30 incredible years of supporting disabled children and their families. To mark this milestone, we have an exciting range of challenge events. Whether you are [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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