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A councillor has been told his driving was “irresponsible, dangerous and illegal”, after he admitted speeding in 30mph zones.
Seven special schools due to be re-designated in council reforms will not go ahead after head teachers threatened legal action.
A man is due in court after an alleged assault with a baseball bat which caused serious injuries to a victim.
Youngsters can take part in a host of workshops and community bonding activities at the Triumph of Grace Maidstone Christian Community Centre.
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A lucky Kent man has revealed what he is splashing his winnings on after an impressive EuroMillions win.
A tree on fire and roadworks combined to bring traffic to a halt on a key artery this morning.
The sight of workmen at an already closed road junction delighted residents this morning - only for them to learn it’s for an additional road closure.
A shoplifter stripped off and showed officers her private parts after she was arrested for stealing cleaning products from a Poundland store.
A couple in their nineties are celebrating their Platinum wedding anniversary after 70 years of happy marriage.
These beautiful blue-violet flowers will be springing up all over the county in the next couple of weeks. Here’s where you can see them.
Police and fire crews were called to a suspicious blaze at a garage.
The latest tribute to a town’s famous dinosaur has been erected in a high street.
A young boy who has autism and ADHD and hasn’t been to the barbers for two years has bravely had his hair chopped off to raise money for charity.
The candidates for the Kent County Council election on May 1 have been officially announced - full list here.
A pensioner who had a stroke after an operation and a dad who needed dialysis have shared their support for KentOnline’s blue badge campaign.
A man was left with head injuries after being assaulted on a road on the outskirts of a town.
Detectives are asking for the public’s help to find the driver of a pickup truck after a motorcyclist was injured in a crash.
Police and fire crews have been called to a busy roundabout where a lorry tipped over and was leaking fuel.
Enjoy spicy street food, artisan produce, refreshing cocktails and real ales at Kent’s summer food festivals.
Footage shows the moment a brothel owner, who trafficked women at over 50 locations, was arrested by officers carrying out a raid.
A man has been charged after another man’s thumb was cut with a knife during a reported robbery.
A leading estate agents group has added another Kent brand to its growing portfolio.
An “extremely intoxicated” 31-year-old woman attacked her neighbour with several punches in a row over loud music being played at night.
Kent County Council goes to the polls on May 1 but the result will depend on your vote - read our easy guide on how to get into the polling booth.
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Eberechi Eze benefitted from Gareth Ainsworth’s guidance and the Gillingham boss hopes he can help another young Crystal Palace forward progress.
Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth has big expectations of striker Elliott Nevitt.
Seam bowler Keith Dudgeon produced career-best figures in Kent’s County Championship Division 2 win over Northamptonshire inside 30 minutes.
Craig Fagan says the absence of manager George Elokobi had no bearing on Maidstone’s defeat at Weston.
Kent need three more Northamptonshire wickets on day three to wrap up a comprehensive victory in their County Championship opener.
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