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Eleven-mile queues after lorry crash on M25

Traffic is backed up for 11 miles and there are delays of up to two hours after a crash involving a lorry near the QEII Bridge.

COMPETITION: Five pairs of tickets to the Leeds Castle Concert to be won

New shuttle bus trial to Bluewater under way

Villagers are being urged to jump on board a trial shuttle bus service linking rural areas with health and shopping facilities.

Leisure centre gym set for £160k upgrade

A gym at a leisure centre only recently upgraded as part of a multi-million pound overhaul has been given the green light to expand and improve.

The Children's Awards are back

We're searching for Kent's most courageous children plus the families, charities and individuals who support them

Nuisance drivers told ‘not to return’ in crackdown

Police have issued a series of warnings to nuisance drivers seen meeting up and “causing a hazard to other road users”.

Six fire engines called to railway line blaze started by vandals

Train services were disrupted while fire crews tackled a blaze on a railway line.

'Extra 12,500 homes won't solve housing crisis in Kent's fastest growing town'

A plan for tens of thousands of new homes in a part of Kent has been approved despite fears it “doesn’t go far enough to fight the housing crisis”.

‘I wanted to be there to see my kids grow up’

A dad with an inoperable brain tumour fears his young family will be left penniless after his life insurance policy was cancelled.

Traffic held after car overturns on M25

Traffic was queuing back to the Dartford Crossing after a car overturned on the M25.

Work to start on major £4.3m park revamp

New images have been released of a multimillion-pound recreation ground overhaul ahead of working starting on-site.

Revealed: Kent’s parking charge hotspots

New figures obtained by KentOnline have revealed which councils make the most money from parking and which street has dished out the most tickets.

Celebrations for St George’s Day take to streets

Hundreds of pupils have taken part in parades to celebrate the patron saint of England.

Hatton Garden heist mastermind dies aged 84

The mastermind of one of the most infamous heists in British history has died after a battle with colon and prostate cancer.

Suspected stalker charged after ‘police find man in shed’

A man has been charged with alleged stalking and strangulation offences after a woman reported she had been followed for a month.

People in Kent ‘living shorter, unhealthier lives’

Obesity, depression, mental health issues and domestic violence are all on the rise, according to a new report.

Panel set up to improve special needs provision faces axe

A sub-committee started in the wake of a damning report into Kent’s failures in SEND provision has been accused of doing ‘very little’.

‘No more Mr Nice Guy’: Council seeks court order over landslip road rebuild

A court injunction could force private landowners to allow a council access to a collapsed road following a year of legal wranglings over its repair.

Huge convoy of fire engines spotted on M20

A huge convoy of fire engines has been spotted travelling down the M20 as the largest number of emergency vehicles to date heads to wartorn Ukraine.

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The reality of being homeless in Kent

We spoke to people in Kent struggling to put a roof over their heads - and the charity workers trying to help them amid ever-increasing pressures.

‘You think people are sicknotes but try living our lives’

A desperate mum has invited Rishi Sunak to spend a day at her home as she fights to keep her teen daughter from taking her own life.

Jason Manford announces extra tour dates

The comedian and musical theatre star is adding more dates to his new tour, A Manford All Seasons. Here’s how to get tickets.

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‘We met at the pub - now we’re making award-winning gin together’

A pair of friends who began experimenting with making their own spirits have won gold for their gin at the first attempt.

Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex

Plans to host an outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at a £115 million leisure development have been unveiled.

New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed

Aerial photos show significant progress has been made on a new supermarket but the retailer says it’s not ready to open as planned.

Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you?

Secret Drinker lets his dog take the lead as they head to a seaside haven for those on two legs and four

Opening date revealed for new Zizzi

An Italian restaurant chain has revealed the opening date for its latest branch in the county.

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Bold new artwork a nod to Kent’s agricultural heritage

Prominent mansion’s price tag drops £3.5m

Where to see beautiful bluebells in Kent

Annual bluebell display to make early appearance

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Darts chairman ‘shocked’ by relegation

Dartford chairman Steve Irving admits relegation from National League South was the last thing the board expected this season.

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Stolen plant machinery worth £100k recovered

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Eleven-mile queues after lorry crash on M25

COMPETITION: Five pairs of tickets to the Leeds Castle Concert to be won

New shuttle bus trial to Bluewater under way

Leisure centre gym set for £160k upgrade

The Children's Awards are back

Nuisance drivers told ‘not to return’ in crackdown

Six fire engines called to railway line blaze started by vandals

'Extra 12,500 homes won't solve housing crisis in Kent's fastest growing town'

‘I wanted to be there to see my kids grow up’

Traffic held after car overturns on M25

Work to start on major £4.3m park revamp

Revealed: Kent’s parking charge hotspots

Celebrations for St George’s Day take to streets

Hatton Garden heist mastermind dies aged 84

Suspected stalker charged after ‘police find man in shed’

People in Kent ‘living shorter, unhealthier lives’

Panel set up to improve special needs provision faces axe

‘No more Mr Nice Guy’: Council seeks court order over landslip road rebuild

Huge convoy of fire engines spotted on M20

The reality of being homeless in Kent

‘You think people are sicknotes but try living our lives’

Jason Manford announces extra tour dates

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‘We met at the pub - now we’re making award-winning gin together’

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Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex

Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex

New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed

New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed

Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you?

Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you?

Opening date revealed for new Zizzi

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Bold new artwork a nod to Kent’s agricultural heritage

Prominent mansion’s price tag drops £3.5m

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