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New MP urged to secure almost £3m to save town's historic library

30 July 2024
New MP urged to secure almost £3m to save town's historic library

A newly-elected Labour MP has accused a political opponent of ‘game-playing’ over the fate of a town centre library.

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Car bursts into flames just metres from petrol pumps

28 July 2024
Car bursts into flames just metres from petrol pumps

Emergency services were called to a fuel forecourt after a vehicle went up in flames perulously close to the pumps.

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One dead following attempted Channel small boat crossing

28 July 2024
One dead following attempted Channel small boat crossing

A number of people have been rescued by French authorities after a small boat got into difficulty in the Channel.

Mini crashes into historic town centre pub

28 July 2024
Mini crashes into historic town centre pub

A Grade II-listed pub has been damaged after a car crashed into the front of the building.

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Businesses reopening after power cut following gas leak

28 July 2024
Businesses reopening after power cut following gas leak

Parts of a town centre were left without power while emergency services and utility firms responded to a gas leak.

Man seriously injured in accident involving car and motorbike

28 July 2024
Man seriously injured in accident involving car and motorbike

A man in his 20s was airlifted to hospital after a collision between a car and a motorbike.

We went on pub crawl to unearth truth behind claim about Kent beer scene

28 July 2024
We went on pub crawl to unearth truth behind claim about Kent beer scene

When an area of the county was said to be the UK’s second best for craft beer, we decided a pub crawl was in order to put the claim to the test...

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Lower Thames Crossing project could be delayed again

27 July 2024
Lower Thames Crossing project could be delayed again

The Chancellor is reported to be considering delaying major road projects, including the Lower Thames Crossing, amid a hug black hole in finances.

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Main road closed after accident involving car and motorbike

27 July 2024
Main road closed after accident involving car and motorbike

Traffic heading in and out of a town has faced disruption after a major route was shut.

Missing man, 76, who may have visited coffee shop has been found

27 July 2024
Missing man, 76, who may have visited coffee shop has been found

A man who was reported missing has been found safe, police have confirmed.

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Windscreens smashed as yobs run riot through town

27 July 2024
Windscreens smashed as yobs run riot through town

Multiple parked vehicles were damaged overnight in a town and police are appealing for help to identify the vandals.

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Pictures capture ecstasy and agony of Kent’s England fans over the decades

14 July 2024
Pictures capture ecstasy and agony of Kent’s England fans over the decades

We look back at some of the highs and lows of being an England fan - perfectly captured in our archive pictures from across the county.

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‘People assume they’re troublesome - but they’re just children who need a home’

09 July 2024
‘People assume they’re troublesome - but they’re just children who need a home’

We visited two children’s homes to see first-hand what life is really like for the young people there and the staff working to rebuild their lives.

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Bus driver charged over death of man, 70, in crash

08 July 2024
Bus driver charged over death of man, 70, in crash

A bus driver has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving following a crash in which a 70-year-old man died almost two years ago.

Recap: How a night of election drama unfolded in Kent

04 July 2024
Recap: How a night of election drama unfolded in Kent

As Labour enjoys a huge landslide, here’s a recap of our extensive in-depth coverage from counts across Kent and the official results as they came in.

Why trendy new Kent venue is a must-visit - even if you don’t like small plates

27 June 2024
Why trendy new Kent venue is a must-visit - even if you don’t like small plates

We tried grown-up chicken nuggets and a “pork belly of dreams” at a restaurant and wine bar where a former MasterChef finalist is working wonders.

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Will Eurostar return to Kent - and will we get more buses?

27 June 2024
Will Eurostar return to Kent - and will we get more buses?

With just a week to go until we go to the polls, we look at how the parties’ promises on transport could impact Kent.

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‘Refugees like me are human just like everyone else’

20 June 2024
‘Refugees like me are human just like everyone else’

With the election just two weeks away, we look at what the parties are promising on immigration - and speak to a refugee who now calls Kent home.

Candidates fight for votes at Canterbury hustings

19 June 2024
Candidates fight for votes at Canterbury hustings

Parliamentary hopefuls in Canterbury attempted to win over voters at a hustings event this evening.

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The Folkestone and Hythe constituency and the candidates standing

11 June 2024
The Folkestone and Hythe constituency and the candidates standing

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

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