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‘I have incurable cancer, but I'm cracking on with my life’

29 December 2023
‘I have incurable cancer, but I'm cracking on with my life’

A 58-year-old diagnosed with a rare cancer says doctors don’t know how long she has left, but she won’t let that stop her from living her life.

Rock and pop legend to join Jools’ Annual Hootenanny

28 December 2023
Rock and pop legend to join Jools’ Annual Hootenanny

A televised New Year’s Eve show, which was filmed in Kent, has revealed its star-studded lineup.

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How Kent’s cats spend Christmas at Battersea

25 December 2023
How Kent’s cats spend Christmas at Battersea

From crackers to festive treats, volunteers at a charity are going the extra mile for a special group of cats still looking for a home this Christmas.

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‘Water has been coming through my ceiling for six weeks’

23 December 2023
‘Water has been coming through my ceiling for six weeks’

A college lecturer is unable to cook or visit family over Christmas because of a leak in her ceiling.

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Christmas tractor run wows crowds

21 December 2023
Christmas tractor run wows crowds

Thousands of people took to the streets to watch a colourful convoy of tractors pass through several villages.

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Zara store shuts unexpectedly

19 December 2023
Zara store shuts unexpectedly

Customers have been left shocked after a fashion retailer has shut one of their town centre branches in Kent without warning.

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Where to see the best decorated Christmas houses in Kent

16 December 2023
Where to see the best decorated Christmas houses in Kent

With the big day nearly upon us, we’ve rounded up the most festive homes to visit with all your family.

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Gang jailed after £1m of cocaine smuggled on broom handles

15 December 2023
Gang jailed after £1m of cocaine smuggled on broom handles

Six men have been jailed after they imported more than £1 million worth of cocaine on broom handles.

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Multi-vehicle crash on A2 causes long delays

15 December 2023
Multi-vehicle crash on A2 causes long delays

An accident involving four cars left traffic queueing for six miles and drivers facing hour-long delays during the morning commute.

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‘Back to school costs are forcing families to turn to food banks’

14 December 2023
‘Back to school costs are forcing families to turn to food banks’

A charity set up to help the homeless says it is increasingly helping families after seeing referrals spike at the start of the new school year.

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‘The pie was perfect but the coffee tasted like a hot, dirty puddle’

14 December 2023
‘The pie was perfect but the coffee tasted like a hot, dirty puddle’

We sent our reporter to try a traditional pie as she prepared to watch her first ever match at Kent’s only football league club.

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Lane closed on A2 after accident

13 December 2023
Lane closed on A2 after accident

A collision involving two cars led to traffic queuing on a busy stretch of road.

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Cars stranded, roads blocked and homes flooded as heavy rain continues

13 December 2023
Cars stranded, roads blocked and homes flooded as heavy rain continues

Drivers have had to be rescued from their vehicles and homes have been flooded after the county was hit with torrential rain overnight.

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Crash on Blue Bell Hill caused delays

12 December 2023
Crash on Blue Bell Hill caused delays

A stretch of road was partially blocked following an accident.

Man found dead in vehicle after police called to Co-op

11 December 2023
Man found dead in vehicle after police called to Co-op

A man in his 40s has been found dead in a vehicle parked behind a supermarket.

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The road in Kent named one of the best for independent shops in the UK

09 December 2023
The road in Kent named one of the best for independent shops in the UK

A shopping street in Kent has been described as “the best it’s ever looked” as it’s named one of the best for independent shops in the UK.

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‘I’m Jason Donovan’s biggest superfan’

05 December 2023
‘I’m Jason Donovan’s biggest superfan’

A mum who’s loved Jason Donovan since she was seven and even has a ‘marriage proposal’ from her idol says her obsession is still going strong.

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Former council leader publishes memoir

04 December 2023
Former council leader publishes memoir

A well-known political figure in Kent who led a coalition council has written a book about his time in power.

MPs join others in festive Santa Fun Run

03 December 2023
MPs join others in festive Santa Fun Run

Two Kent MPs took part with hundreds of participants dressed up as Santa for an annual festive event.

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Nurse who helped thousands during career retires after 64 years

03 December 2023
Nurse who helped thousands during career retires after 64 years

A nurse who looked after victims during an IRA bomb attack and dedicated decades of her life has finally decided to retire.

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