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Woman feared she might die after 'cowardly' alleyway attack

05 November 2022
Woman feared she might die after 'cowardly' alleyway attack

A young woman feared she might die after an attacker smashed her head against the wall of a dark alleyway.

Part of car park closed off after storm damage to M&S

04 November 2022
Part of car park closed off after storm damage to M&S

A town centre shopping complex has been battered by high winds which damaged the roof of one of the retail units.

Bank of England hikes rates to 3% and warns of 'longest recession'

03 November 2022
Bank of England hikes rates to 3% and warns of 'longest recession'

Households across Kent are facing even more financial pain after the Bank of England hiked interest rates to 3% and warned unemployment could double.

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Huge profits for firm running Kent asylum seeker base

02 November 2022
Huge profits for firm running Kent asylum seeker base

A company contracted by the Home Office to house asylum seekers has seen its profits soar as record numbers arrive in the UK.

'Kent's newest Taco Bell could give town's McDonald's a run for its money'

02 November 2022
'Kent's newest Taco Bell could give town's McDonald's a run for its money'

We joined queuing punters keen to grab a bite at the county's latest Taco Bell - which has opened today opposite a long-established McDonald's.

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'We've had more hate for the money than the intimate videos'

02 November 2022
'We've had more hate for the money than the intimate videos'

A couple who run a Kent gym have told how they also make huge sums of money sharing adult videos online - but some envy their success.

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'Why are we knocking down beautiful building when we could use this eyesore?'

29 October 2022
'Why are we knocking down beautiful building when we could use this eyesore?'

A former discount shop - now derelict - should be used for a new medical centre rather than an ex-Debenhams, a society is arguing.

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Can we really hold back tide of small boats crossing into Kent?

27 October 2022
Can we really hold back tide of small boats crossing into Kent?

With asylum seekers continuing to make the treacherous journey across the Channel in huge numbers, we look at whether a change of policy is required.

'I didn't expect to have the best green curry of my life in my local'

27 October 2022
'I didn't expect to have the best green curry of my life in my local'

Our reporter had a sense of trepidation as tried out the Thai night at a popular pub - but after his first mouthful, he was "in love".

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Woman admits hoax bomb threats against high-profile targets

26 October 2022
Woman admits hoax bomb threats against high-profile targets

A 51-year-old former athlete has pleaded guilty to making hoax bomb threats to a number of high-profile targets, including a hospital.

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Popular Christmas market to 'double in size' this year

25 October 2022
Popular Christmas market to 'double in size' this year

Shoppers will be able to peruse 35 stalls at a Christmas market selling everything from gifts for your pooch to ceramics, handmade jewellery and art.

Soaring costs put controversial regeneration plans in doubt

24 October 2022
Soaring costs put controversial regeneration plans in doubt

Spending on a divisive seaside development could be paused as spiralling costs mean the project cannot be delivered within existing budgets.

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Bus passengers 'being held to ransom'

24 October 2022
Bus passengers 'being held to ransom'

Stagecoach is being forced to scrap planned services at short notice because it does not have the staff, leaving travellers stranded at bus stops.

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Taco Bell takes shape in huge former Argos store

20 October 2022
Taco Bell takes shape in huge former Argos store

A fast-food giant is set to open its latest restaurant in Kent as it continues to expand across the county.

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Security 'sat in cars' while far-right invaded asylum seeker hotel

19 October 2022
Security 'sat in cars' while far-right invaded asylum seeker hotel

Independent inspection of accommodation for unaccompanied refugee children finds a host of failings at properties in Kent.

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'It’s impossible to tell saints from sinners when a dinghy is sinking'

19 October 2022
'It’s impossible to tell saints from sinners when a dinghy is sinking'

Hard-hitting video reveals the reality for RNLI volunteers savings the lives of those making the Channel crossing in small boats.

Wine store to open in town centre

18 October 2022
Wine store to open in town centre

A new wine shop from the team behind a hit burger restaurant is set to open this week.

How tragic tale of wife found buried in husband's garden unfolded over 23 years

17 October 2022
How tragic tale of wife found buried in husband's garden unfolded over 23 years

Pregnant Debbie Griggs went missing in 1999, with her remains only discovered this month. We look back at how the tragic case unfolded...

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Remains of Debbie Griggs found in husband's garden

17 October 2022
Remains of Debbie Griggs found in husband's garden

The remains of a woman murdered in Kent have been found in her husband's garden more than 20 years after she disappeared.

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Latest date for opening of athletics track revealed

17 October 2022
Latest date for opening of athletics track revealed

A long-delayed new sports facility could finally be ready to open to the public after a series of hold-ups during construction.

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