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Cara Simmonds

Cara Simmonds joined the KM Group in 2022 as a reporter for the Kent Messenger.

Eight men bailed after ‘baseball bat attack’

23 December 2024
Eight men bailed after ‘baseball bat attack’

Eight men have been bailed after an alleged assault, which has left a man in a serious condition.

Delays clear as sliproad reopens after crash

23 December 2024
Delays clear as sliproad reopens after crash

A slip road used by Bluewater shoppers was shut for more than seven hours after a crash.

Care home creates life-size immersive Dickensian street scene

20 December 2024
Care home creates life-size immersive Dickensian street scene

A maintenance manager has built a spectacular Dickensian Christmas display for care home residents to enjoy.

Much-loved teacher ‘drowned’ in harbour

20 December 2024
Much-loved teacher ‘drowned’ in harbour

An inquest has opened into the death of a secondary school teacher, whose body was discovered in a harbour.

Warning after baby seal spotted at beach

19 December 2024
Warning after baby seal spotted at beach

Owners are being asked to keep their dogs on leads after a baby seal was found on a beach.

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Tony Hudgell returns home after major surgery on fractured hip

19 December 2024
Tony Hudgell returns home after major surgery on fractured hip

Double amputee Tony Hudgell is coming home for Christmas after a three-and-a-half-hour operation.

People to have their say in overnight parking debate at two beach sites

19 December 2024
People to have their say in overnight parking debate at two beach sites

A consultation has been launched, with people being asked to give their views on how overnight parking is managed at two sites.

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‘Highly ambitious’ primary school praised by Ofsted

18 December 2024
‘Highly ambitious’ primary school praised by Ofsted

A primary school has kept its “good” Ofsted rating following its first inspection in five years.

‘I wouldn’t choose any other job’: charity boss celebrates 25 years

18 December 2024
‘I wouldn’t choose any other job’: charity boss celebrates 25 years

The boss of a children’s charity says she is “really proud” to be marking 25 years with the organisation.

Phase one of multi-million-pound healthcare unit opens

18 December 2024
Phase one of multi-million-pound healthcare unit opens

Part of a multi-million-pound healthcare facility has launched, providing a range of vital tests and scans for patients.

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Brand’s first-ever physical branch opens after influx of new Bluewater stores

18 December 2024
Brand’s first-ever physical branch opens after influx of new Bluewater stores

A luxury homeware brand has opened its first-ever bricks-and-mortar shop.

Man arrested as schools issue ‘stranger danger’ warnings

17 December 2024
Man arrested as schools issue ‘stranger danger’ warnings

A man has been arrested and safeguarding emails sent to parents after reports of “suspicious activity”.

‘Nightmare’ road shut again for emergency repairs

17 December 2024
‘Nightmare’ road shut again for emergency repairs

A well-used route regularly blighted by roadworks was shut for four days after a water leak.

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Tony Hudgell has emergency surgery after fracturing new hip

16 December 2024
Tony Hudgell has emergency surgery after fracturing new hip

The adoptive mother of a double amputee has spoken of the heartwrenching moment he let out a “blood-curdling scream” after fracturing his new hip.

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‘They are not alone in their grief’: Special baby memorial opens

16 December 2024
‘They are not alone in their grief’: Special baby memorial opens

A garden with a special memorial board has opened, dedicated to those affected by the loss of a baby.

Public to have say on controversial beach parking

16 December 2024
Public to have say on controversial beach parking

The public is set to be asked about a stretch of scenic seafront which has been a controversial parking area.

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Our pick of the best and brightest Christmas homes

14 December 2024
Our pick of the best and brightest Christmas homes

Discover some of the most festive homes in Kent with our bumper guide of Christmas displays which won’t break the bank.

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‘The world has lost a wonderful person’: Tributes to teacher found dead near harbour

14 December 2024
‘The world has lost a wonderful person’: Tributes to teacher found dead near harbour

A department head described as a “cheerful, bouncy, and beautiful soul” has been found dead after being reported missing.

Hosts Garry and Chelsea to leave kmfm’s Breakfast Show

13 December 2024
Hosts Garry and Chelsea to leave kmfm’s Breakfast Show

The line-up of the popular kmfm Breakfast Show is set to change with the departure of hosts Garry Wilson and Chelsea Little.

Popular Christmas tractor parade to return for third year running

13 December 2024
Popular Christmas tractor parade to return for third year running

A much-loved festive tractor run, which has become a “true community event”, is back for a third year.

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