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James Pallant

James Pallant joined the KM Group in July 2022 as a trainee reporter, covering the east Kent area.

Man suffers life-threatening injuries after suspected drink-drive crash

26 June 2024
Man suffers life-threatening injuries after suspected drink-drive crash

A man suffered life-threatening injuries after a suspected drink driver smashed into a lamppost.

The Kent towns being eyed up by Aldi for new stores

26 June 2024
The Kent towns being eyed up by Aldi for new stores

Bosses of a budget supermarket chain have revealed which Kent towns they are eyeing up as potential sites for new stores.

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‘I painted shop pink - and council said I could go to jail’

26 June 2024
‘I painted shop pink - and council said I could go to jail’

A landlord who painted his 16th-century shopfronts pink was warned by a council he could be jailed - even after he complied with its instructions.

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Millionaire golf pro torched own house to spite estranged wife

22 June 2024
Millionaire golf pro torched own house to spite estranged wife

A golfer who set fire to his own home following the break-up of his marriage later told emergency crews: “I didn’t want the b***h to have everything.”

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The £29 Kent rosé named one of world's best wines

21 June 2024
The £29 Kent rosé named one of world's best wines

A Kent wine served at a royal wedding has been ranked among the best in the world thanks in part to the county’s cool climate and unique soil.

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'Stick with Southgate for now - we can still win the Euros!’

21 June 2024
'Stick with Southgate for now - we can still win the Euros!’

One of Kent’s biggest Three Lions fans says Gareth Southgate has made “rash decisions” but still believes England can win the Euros.

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Sneak peak inside town’s first 24-hour gym

20 June 2024
Sneak peak inside town’s first 24-hour gym

Fresh images and a virtual tour show how a new 24-hour gym will look as bosses announce a summer opening date.

Man accused of murdering friend says he ‘just lost control’ during fight

19 June 2024
Man accused of murdering friend says he ‘just lost control’ during fight

A father-of-five accused of stabbing a close friend to death told jurors he “just lost control” during a fight between the pair.

Fermentation ‘nerd’ turning pizza place into taproom

17 June 2024
Fermentation ‘nerd’ turning pizza place into taproom

A self-proclaimed fermentation nerd has unveiled plans to transform an old town centre pizzeria into a taproom.

Firefighters tackle suspicious tanker fire

16 June 2024
Firefighters tackle suspicious tanker fire

Firefighters were called to a suspicious fire involving two tanker vehicles during the early hours.

Farmer fears return of ‘feral motorbike racers’ as new bridleway bid slammed

16 June 2024
Farmer fears return of ‘feral motorbike racers’ as new bridleway bid slammed

A farmer has accused horseriders of a “land grab” as they look to convert a footpath which runs through his land into a bridleway.

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‘Haters on social media don’t bother me - I’m England through and through!’

16 June 2024
‘Haters on social media don’t bother me - I’m England through and through!’

An England superfan who has covered his house in St George’s flags says he won’t be deterred by negative comments on social media.

Suspect charged with murder after alleged assault in town centre

15 June 2024
Suspect charged with murder after alleged assault in town centre

A suspect has been charged with murder after a man died

CCTV image released after assault on high street shop worker

15 June 2024
CCTV image released after assault on high street shop worker

Police have released a CCTV image of a man after an alleged assault in a town centre.

Council’s bid to turn car park into a water park with 93 beach chalets

15 June 2024
Council’s bid to turn car park into a water park with 93 beach chalets

A seafront car park could be transformed into a water sports area and visitors centre.

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Vandals damage telegraph poles in crime spree

15 June 2024
Vandals damage telegraph poles in crime spree

Vandals have damaged telegraph poles and communication cables in a spate of 16 incidents across a district.

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Truck engulfed in flames near busy evening spot

15 June 2024
Truck engulfed in flames near busy evening spot

Firefighters were called to the scene of a van fire near a popular harbour.

Alleged murder victim ‘had 12cm stab wound to chest’

13 June 2024
Alleged murder victim ‘had 12cm stab wound to chest’

A man suffered a 12cm stab wound to his chest, a jury has heard, as his former friend goes on trial for his murder.

Plaza reopening date finally revealed - but residents want 20mph route scrapped too

13 June 2024
Plaza reopening date finally revealed - but residents want 20mph route scrapped too

The date for a controversial plaza to be cleared from a town’s seafront has been announced - but some aspects of the scheme are set to remain.

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Man accused of murder ‘left friend lying in pool of blood’

11 June 2024
Man accused of murder ‘left friend lying in pool of blood’

A man says he was acting in self-defence when he stabbed a close friend seven times and left him in a pool of blood, a jury has heard.

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