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'No plans' for the Army to drive fuel tankers

27 September 2021
'No plans' for the Army to drive fuel tankers

The idea of using the Army to top up the shortage of tanker drivers delivering fuel to forecourts has been downplayed by the government.

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Kent baker fails to rise to Great British Bake Off challenge

21 September 2021
Kent baker fails to rise to Great British Bake Off challenge

A software engineer from Kent was the first to leave The Great British Bake Off after failing to impress the judges.

'If the French won’t stop the small boats then we need to'

07 September 2021
'If the French won’t stop the small boats then we need to'

An MP has demanded tougher action on asylum seekers crossing the Channel and has accused the French of waving them through with a "cheery Bon Voyage".

Man left dog collapsed on floor for at least a week

30 August 2021
Man left dog collapsed on floor for at least a week

A pet owner whose Staffie was left slumped on a kitchen floor in her own filth has been banned from keeping dogs after appearing in court.

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Technical glitch sees doctors' appointments scrapped

26 August 2021
Technical glitch sees doctors' appointments scrapped

A problem with an NHS server has seen patients told they cannot book or attend doctors' appointments.

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Where to go for a milkshake in Kent

24 August 2021
Where to go for a milkshake in Kent

With many McDonald's reporting milkshakes being off the menu due to supply chain issues, here are some other options for your fix of the sugary treat.

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Kent MP shows off engagement ring in Instagram snap

24 July 2021
Kent MP shows off engagement ring in Instagram snap

A Kent MP has taken to Instagram to reveal she is engaged after being proposed to her on birthday.

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Air ambulance joins emergency response

24 July 2021
Air ambulance joins emergency response

The helicopter landed near a railway station after being scrambled to help with an emergency.

Surge in Covid cases sees council meeting axed

24 July 2021
Surge in Covid cases sees council meeting axed

The leader of a local authority says a meeting of the full council has been cancelled "to help keep everyone safe" as Covid cases soar.

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Burst pipe leaves 100-plus properties without water

23 July 2021
Burst pipe leaves 100-plus properties without water

A burst water main resulted in supplies being cut to more than 100 properties to prevent flooding.

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Three-van crash blocks M26

22 July 2021
Three-van crash blocks M26

An accident involving three vans blocked a motorway as police and fire crews dealt with the aftermath.

'Due to flooding... we are lacking a linesman'

20 July 2021
'Due to flooding... we are lacking a linesman'

Plea made for someone in crowd to help officiate Maidstone United Under-23s football match after linesman caught up in trainline flood.

Man fighting for life after attack in street

19 July 2021
Man fighting for life after attack in street

Three people have been arrested after a man was attacked and had to be taken to hospital where he remains in a critical condition.

'I am still not going to supermarkets'

19 July 2021
'I am still not going to supermarkets'

The easing of Covid restrictions might be a reason to celebrate for many but for some the unlocking is cause for considerable concern.

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Teenager charged with murder after stabbing

14 July 2021
Teenager charged with murder after stabbing

A 19-year-old from Kent is due in court after becoming the fifth person charged with the murder of a teenager who was stabbed.

Smoking adds more than £42m to Kent's social care bill

14 July 2021
Smoking adds more than £42m to Kent's social care bill

A public health charity says social care for people with smoking-related illnesses will cost more than £42 million in Kent this year.

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'Whether we like it or not, racism has not disappeared'

13 July 2021
'Whether we like it or not, racism has not disappeared'

A CEO says we must stand up against racism after the abuse of England footballers and KentOnline readers back banning racists from matches for life.

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PM urges caution over ditching face masks

12 July 2021
PM urges caution over ditching face masks

People have been urged by the PM to remain cautious despite confirmation that the majority of Covid restrictions are to be lifted on July 19.

'Make sure it’s football coming home, not coronavirus'

07 July 2021
'Make sure it’s football coming home, not coronavirus'

Football fans meeting up with others for tonight's crunch England match have been urged to get tested for Covid before and after the semi-final.

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The Kent castles you didn't know existed

30 June 2021
The Kent castles you didn't know existed

Our county is dotted with fortifications but some are bigger and better known than others. Here we take a look at those that are easily overlooked.

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