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Brad Harper joined the KM Group in 2019, working as the Whitstable reporter. He also covers the Canterbury district, Faversham and Thanet.

Fears HMO at former quirky cafe building could ‘drag area down’

16 September 2024
Fears HMO at former quirky cafe building could ‘drag area down’

A senior city councillor fears “dreadful” plans to convert a high street cafe into a house in multiple occupancy will “drag” the area down.

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Mum upset after daughter’s memorial bench damaged again

11 September 2024
Mum upset after daughter’s memorial bench damaged again

The mum of a teenager who died in a tragic accident says her daughter’s memorial bench has been damaged for a third time by “hurtful” yobs.

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Mum of teen killed in crash: ‘Council’s response to safety concerns is not enough’

11 September 2024
Mum of teen killed in crash: ‘Council’s response to safety concerns is not enough’

The grieving mum of a teenager killed in a crash argues a council’s plan to “continue to monitor” the stretch of road is insufficient.

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Helicopter searches sea for kayaker amid emergency response at beach

10 September 2024
Helicopter searches sea for kayaker amid emergency response at beach

A coastguard helicopter was spotted searching for a kayaker near a popular beach.

Major rescue operation launched after woman spotted in sea

09 September 2024
Major rescue operation launched after woman spotted in sea

Emergency services launched a major operation at a beach after a woman got into trouble in the sea.

Driver ‘asleep at the wheel’ arrested

09 September 2024
Driver ‘asleep at the wheel’ arrested

A driver police discovered asleep behind the wheel was arrested after failing a roadside drugs test.

Child in care of agency dies sparking Ofsted visit

09 September 2024
Child in care of agency dies sparking Ofsted visit

The death of a child in the care of a foster agency sparked a visit from Ofsted.

Devastated family’s tribute to ‘one of a kind’ nan who died in taxi tragedy

08 September 2024
Devastated family’s tribute to ‘one of a kind’ nan who died in taxi tragedy

The devastated family of a nan who died after she was hit by a taxi say she was “loved by every person who ever met her”.

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Dartford Crossing closures to continue this week

08 September 2024
Dartford Crossing closures to continue this week

Overnight closures will continue at the Dartford Crossing this week as part of repair work.

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Clubs’ agony over death of rising football star

07 September 2024
Clubs’ agony over death of rising football star

The Kent football community is “heartbroken” after the shock death of a 21-year-old player who had “exceptional” raw talent.

Dog rescued from home after garage fire breaks out

07 September 2024
Dog rescued from home after garage fire breaks out

A dog was rescued from a home after a blaze broke out in a garage.

Cause of cornfield fire unknown ater emergency crews tackled flames

07 September 2024
Cause of cornfield fire unknown ater emergency crews tackled flames

The cause of a field fire is not yet known after it sparked a large emergency response this afternoon.

Inside derelict school as plans to convert site revealed

07 September 2024
Inside derelict school as plans to convert site revealed

A former school which has fallen into disrepair could now be converted into a home in a bid to save the historic Grade II-listed building.

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Courier firm intercepts package containing £10k to derail scam

06 September 2024
Courier firm intercepts package containing £10k to derail scam

Eagle-eyed courier firm workers intercepted a package containing £10,000 which helped prevent an elderly woman from being scammed.

Teen missing since Monday could be in Kent

06 September 2024
Teen missing since Monday could be in Kent

A boy missing for days from Greater Manchester could be in Kent as concerns grow for his welfare.

Severe disruption across railway network after multiple incidents

06 September 2024
Severe disruption across railway network after multiple incidents

Emergency services are at the scene of an incident near a railway station.

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Shocking pictures show aftermath of farming equipment falling off lorry

06 September 2024
Shocking pictures show aftermath of farming equipment falling off lorry

Shocking pictures show the aftermath of farming equipment falling off a lorry into a road.

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Speedboat hurtling through nature reserve sparks wildlife concerns

05 September 2024
Speedboat hurtling through nature reserve sparks wildlife concerns

Footage of a boat motoring through a beauty spot has sparked environmental concerns about visitors disturbing birds that face extinction.

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‘Toilet gate makes pupils feel like they're in prison!’

05 September 2024
‘Toilet gate makes pupils feel like they're in prison!’

Dozens of people have signed a petition urging a school to remove a gate installed to stop pupils from using a toilet block during lesson time.

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At least 13 dead after small boat capsizes in Channel

03 September 2024
At least 13 dead after small boat capsizes in Channel

A major rescue operation is underway after a small boat capsized in the English Channel.

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