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Motorcyclist could have hit ‘large pothole’ before fatal crash

30 June 2024
Motorcyclist could have hit ‘large pothole’ before fatal crash

An inquest into the death of a 22-year-old dad heard he lost control of his motorbike while travelling home from work.

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‘My 90 year-old mum was attacked by yobs in Poundstretcher - something must be done’

30 June 2024
‘My 90 year-old mum was attacked by yobs in Poundstretcher - something must be done’

A concerned son is calling for CCTV cameras to be fixed in a discount store after his mum was allegedly kicked by teens while out shopping.

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Police investigate after boy ‘followed from shop by man on bike’

27 June 2024
Police investigate after boy ‘followed from shop by man on bike’

Police are investigating two incidents where children have reported being followed by a stranger.

Huge queues on M25 clear after van breaks down

25 June 2024
Huge queues on M25 clear after van breaks down

Queues of about eight miles have now cleared on the M25 after a broken-down van caused chaos for commuters.

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Floating arts and events venue allowed to stay

24 June 2024
Floating arts and events venue allowed to stay

A historic ship used as an arts space can continue to dock along the river in hopes it will bring more footfall to a town.

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Tracker on drill leads police to £1m worth of tools

21 June 2024
Tracker on drill leads police to £1m worth of tools

Officers have seized more than 3,500 tools which are suspected to have been stolen while tracking one power drill.

Primary school shines in glowing Ofsted report

21 June 2024
Primary school shines in glowing Ofsted report

A primary school has been praised by inspectors following its first inspection in six years.

Machete attack victim who fired starter pistol avoids jail

14 June 2024
Machete attack victim who fired starter pistol avoids jail

The victim of a machete attack hacked 10 times in a doorway has narrowly avoided jail for firing a starter pistol at his assailants.

Carer caught on camera in ‘disgusting’ spitting row

13 June 2024
Carer caught on camera in ‘disgusting’ spitting row

A carer is being investigated after she was caught on camera apparently spitting on her patient’s doorstep following a row over a damaged wall.

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‘I’ve changed my mind - this town needs its sports bar back’

13 June 2024
‘I’ve changed my mind - this town needs its sports bar back’

Owners of a once popular sports bar turned supermarket have revealed plans to reopen the boozer and pull pints once again.

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Turkish restaurant opens first branch in Kent

12 June 2024
Turkish restaurant opens first branch in Kent

A new Turkish eatery, which has undergone a £500,000 revamp, says it has enjoyed a promising start after opening its first branch in the county.

Road to reopen early after three month closure

12 June 2024
Road to reopen early after three month closure

A main road which was closed to build an entrance to a new school is set to open a week earlier than planned.

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‘How many more need to die?’: Calls for urgent action over ‘dangerous’ crossroads

11 June 2024
‘How many more need to die?’: Calls for urgent action over ‘dangerous’ crossroads

Residents living near one of the most dangerous junctions in Kent where “Mexican stand-offs” are common fear more people will be needlessly killed.

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The Gravesham constituency and the candidates standing

11 June 2024
The Gravesham constituency and the candidates standing

We profile the Gravesham constituency and the candidates vying for your vote on July 4.

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Monty Python star to give historic church tour

09 June 2024
Monty Python star to give historic church tour

Comedian and writer Sir Michael Palin is to give a tour of an historic church his son helped renovate into a co-working space.

In pictures: Food and drink festival returns to castle grounds

09 June 2024
In pictures: Food and drink festival returns to castle grounds

Family, friends and dogs tucked into a range of street food stalls, summer cocktails and enjoyed live music during a three-day festival.

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Shoplifting arrest after charity box and electric toothbrushes swiped

09 June 2024
Shoplifting arrest after charity box and electric toothbrushes swiped

Around £650 worth of households items were reportedly stolen from two shops.

‘Dolphins’ captured swimming in river near town pier

09 June 2024
‘Dolphins’ captured swimming in river near town pier

A photographer has captured images of what are thought to be dolphins swimming along the River Thames.

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Cruel mother who abused baby Tony back in jail after ‘fling with sex offender’

09 June 2024
Cruel mother who abused baby Tony back in jail after ‘fling with sex offender’

The cruel birth mother of Tony Hudgell has been recalled to prison for breaching her licence conditions.

New CGIs for plans to redevelop former care home

08 June 2024
New CGIs for plans to redevelop former care home

Plannig permission is being sought to redevelop and refurbish a Georgian mansion for supported living and affordable flats.

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