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Alex Langridge

Alex Langridge joined the KM Group in 2021 as a trainee reporter covering Dartford, Gravesend and Medway.

Paddle paradise! Bluewater launches lake swim sessions for dogs

09 November 2024
Paddle paradise! Bluewater launches lake swim sessions for dogs

Dog owners can now enjoy a paddle with their pets as Kent’s largest shopping centre becomes the latest leisure operator to cater for furry friends.

Haribo announces second Kent store

07 November 2024
Haribo announces second Kent store

A confectionary giant has revealed plans to open its second sweet shop in the county.

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Ambitious plans for shopping centre set to revitalise town

04 November 2024
Ambitious plans for shopping centre set to revitalise town

Businesses have praised plans to create a working hub, community space and pop-up units to bring people back into its shopping centre.

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HMO plans approved for historic pub left empty for a decade

03 November 2024
HMO plans approved for historic pub left empty for a decade

Plans have been given the green light to convert a Grade II-listed pub into a five-bedroom HMO after calls to bring the building back into use.

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‘It can only help’: Town traders hope flats can ‘bring people back’

01 November 2024
‘It can only help’: Town traders hope flats can ‘bring people back’

Business owners have welcomed plans to convert a derelict block once home to a now relocated Job Centre into new homes.

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‘He was a bit of a toerag but everyone loved him’

31 October 2024
‘He was a bit of a toerag but everyone loved him’

A heartbroken mum has paid tribute to her “generous” and “loving” son after his body was found in the River Medway following days of searching.

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‘Eyesore’ flats to be demolished as last tenant finally moves out

30 October 2024
‘Eyesore’ flats to be demolished as last tenant finally moves out

A decision has been made to knock down a derelict block of flats after structural problems were identified.

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Return of historic roundabout relic after ‘crash damage’

28 October 2024
Return of historic roundabout relic after ‘crash damage’

An 120-year-old horse trough has been restored and returned to a roundabout after it was badly damaged in a crash.

Plans to turn former pub into Muslim place of worship rejected

28 October 2024
Plans to turn former pub into Muslim place of worship rejected

A scheme to convert a street corner pub into a place of worship and community centre has been refused despite hundreds of letters of support.

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Former BT depot earmarked for ‘much needed’ housing handed major funding boost

28 October 2024
Former BT depot earmarked for ‘much needed’ housing handed major funding boost

More than £1.6million has been secured to transform a brownfield site into 85 new affordable homes.

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Flowers and handwritten notes laid at clocktower in memory of Liam Payne

27 October 2024
Flowers and handwritten notes laid at clocktower in memory of Liam Payne

Handwritten notes and balloons have been left by Kent fans at a memorial service for One Direction star Liam Payne.

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Black smoke pours out of house as firefighters tackle blaze

27 October 2024
Black smoke pours out of house as firefighters tackle blaze

Witnesses have reported thick, black smoke billowing across a residential street after a house fire broke out.

Repairs start to bring Charles Dickens museum ‘up to date’

27 October 2024
Repairs start to bring Charles Dickens museum ‘up to date’

Much-needed repairs are due to start at two publicly-owned museums to ensure the historic buildings are preserved.

Strictly star and family enjoy evening out at new bowling alley

27 October 2024
Strictly star and family enjoy evening out at new bowling alley

Pop singer JB Gill showed off his moves as he opened a Hollywood Bowl at a shopping centre in Kent.

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Queen’s son declares Kent restaurant with Poundland view ‘rocks’

27 October 2024
Queen’s son declares Kent restaurant with Poundland view ‘rocks’

Food critic Tom Parker-Bowles was left impressed by a new restaurant in a Kent shopping centre, labelling dishes “glorious” and “exquisitely cooked”.

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Kent vigil to be held in memory of 1D star Liam Payne

27 October 2024
Kent vigil to be held in memory of 1D star Liam Payne

A fan has organised a memorial service for Liam Payne in Kent to help others grieve together - and hopes hundreds will gather this afternoon.

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Police seize car of ‘elusive poacher’

26 October 2024
Police seize car of ‘elusive poacher’

Police officers have issued three men with community warnings after it is alleged they were partaking in wildlife crime.

Teen taken to hospital after being ‘punched to ground’

26 October 2024
Teen taken to hospital after being ‘punched to ground’

Police officers have identified two men they wanted to speak to following an alleged attack on a teenager.

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CCTV and dashcam footage wanted as search for missing man continues

26 October 2024
CCTV and dashcam footage wanted as search for missing man continues

Concerns are continuing to grow for a missing 53-year-old who was last seen more than a week ago.

‘Just follow the yellow brick road’: Animal feed spilt along High Street

26 October 2024
‘Just follow the yellow brick road’: Animal feed spilt along High Street

Shoppers were warned to be careful after piles of animal feed were spilt along a High Street.

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