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Hairdressers taught to spot the signs of abuse

09 November 2020
Hairdressers taught to spot the signs of abuse

Apprentice hairdressers have been given specialist training to help them identify clients suffering from domestic abuse.

Discover the stories behind Kent's war graves

08 November 2020
Discover the stories behind Kent's war graves

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission is urging people to discover the history behind our memorials and cemeteries here at home.

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Former officer grilled over aftermath of shooting

07 November 2020
Former officer grilled over aftermath of shooting

An inquest has heard a former Kent Police officer defend his role in the aftermath of a shooting of a fugitive.

'Suicide by cop' fears over wanted man

06 November 2020
'Suicide by cop' fears over wanted man

An inquest has heard police hunting an armed fugitive believed he might provoke officers into shooting him dead.

Arson suspect held after spate of bin fires

05 November 2020
Arson suspect held after spate of bin fires

Police investigating a series of fires which saw litter bins set alight have arrested a woman on suspicion of arson.

Pub and football team hit by Covid-19

05 November 2020
Pub and football team hit by Covid-19

A pub had to shut almost a week before lockdown after the landlord, landlady and members of the football team contracted the virus.

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Fugitive was drunk when gunned down by police

03 November 2020
Fugitive was drunk when gunned down by police

An inquest has heard how a 'career criminal' wanted over a brutal killing was shot by police sent to apprehend him.

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Villagers' fury over parking clampdown

31 October 2020
Villagers' fury over parking clampdown

A council has been accused of using ‘a sledgehammer to crack a nut’ when dealing with issues at a village car park.

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Covid cases continue to surge

30 October 2020
Covid cases continue to surge

Rates of coronavirus infection continue to rise across the county amid growing calls for a fresh national lockdown to fight the pandemic.

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Cash stolen by bogus workman

30 October 2020
Cash stolen by bogus workman

A pair of thieves made off with a large amount of cash after gaining entry to a woman's home.

Second suspect charged over burglary

30 October 2020
Second suspect charged over burglary

Another man has been charged in relation to a break-in where cash, jewellery and a motorcycle were stolen.

Communities rally to aid of hungry kids

30 October 2020
Communities rally to aid of hungry kids

Anger at rejection of free school meals plan leads to big reaction from businesses and individuals.

Pubs deep cleaned after Covid cases

29 October 2020
Pubs deep cleaned after Covid cases

Two pubs have had to close their doors for deep cleaning after staff and a customer tested positive for coronavirus.

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Wave of violence against police

29 October 2020
Wave of violence against police

Police officers on the streets of Kent have been kicked, headbutted and spat on during a spate of attacks in just one day.

Teen county lines drug dealer locked up

29 October 2020
Teen county lines drug dealer locked up

A teenage drug dealer who came from London to prey on vulnerable people in a coastal town has been sentenced.

Man admits botched building society raid

29 October 2020
Man admits botched building society raid

A man who was arrested following an attempt to steal a cash machine, admitted three offences when he appeared in court.

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Kent's best pubs revealed

29 October 2020
Kent's best pubs revealed

We raise a glass to the county's best boozers which earned a coveted place in this year's Good Beer Guide.

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Flood-prone street hit again

28 October 2020
Flood-prone street hit again

Homeowners in a street at risk of flash flooding are urging the council to do more to keep drains flowing freely.

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Warning after supermarket distraction theft

28 October 2020
Warning after supermarket distraction theft

Shoppers have been urged to keep wallets and purses safe after a man had his stolen while distracted at a supermarket.

Tinnitus sufferer takes on walking challenge

28 October 2020
Tinnitus sufferer takes on walking challenge

A schoolgirl who has lived with the condition tinnitus for a decade is aiming to raise awareness and cash to support fellow sufferers.

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