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'I'm so lucky to be her daughter'

'I'm so lucky to be her daughter'

The daughter of murdered PCSO Julia James says she is 'so proud' of the work her mum did to help victims of domestic violence.

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Mental health worker, 23, took own life at level crossing

Mental health worker, 23, took own life at level crossing

A "funny and outgoing" mental health assistant took her own life by stepping in front of a train, an inquest has been told.

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The place in Kent with UK's second priciest pints

The place in Kent with UK's second priciest pints

New research has revealed that a place in Kent is the second most expensive place in the UK to buy a pint - just 20p shy of London.

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I celebrated freedom with midnight 'body attack'

I celebrated freedom with midnight 'body attack'

Our "out-of-shape" reporter was left gasping for air after taking on Kent's first indoor exercise session since restrictions were relaxed.

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Is Indian Covid strain taking hold in Kent?

Is Indian Covid strain taking hold in Kent?

Up to 20 cases of the Indian Covid variant have been detected in Kent in a week - with one district recording the highest number in the south east.

Justin Welby condemns anti-semitism

Justin Welby condemns anti-semitism

The Archbishop of Canterbury has urged people to 'pray for the holy land and reject violence'.

Jack Leaning hits unbeaten century for Kent against Sussex

Jack Leaning hits unbeaten century for Kent against Sussex

Rain was the winner on the final day of Kent's draw with Sussex but Jack Leaning still managed to reach three figures with the bat.

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You really could shop till you drop under new scheme

You really could shop till you drop under new scheme

The days of lugging around heavy bags of shopping in the high street could soon be over, say bosses behind innovative new proposals.

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Man, 20s, injured in street fight

Man, 20s, injured in street fight

A city centre brawl has left a man with facial injuries.

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Kent look to push for final-day win over Sussex

Kent look to push for final-day win over Sussex

Kent will start the final day of their County Championship clash at Hove with a lead of 109 after play was limited to 24 overs on day three.

Hundreds join World Wide Freedom Rally

Hundreds join World Wide Freedom Rally

Hundreds of people joined a march in the county today as part of anti-lockdown rallies worldwide.

Blaze in derelict building burns for hours

Blaze in derelict building burns for hours

Four fire engines were called as firefighters tackled a blaze for more than three hours.

'Don't be surprised if you see my restaurant blown up'

'Don't be surprised if you see my restaurant blown up'

Shocking video footage shows how a restaurant engulfed by flames after its owner drove a car into it collapsed as firefighters ran for their lives.

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Ex-Pfizer scientist to join anti-lockdown rally in Kent

Ex-Pfizer scientist to join anti-lockdown rally in Kent

An ex-Pfizer scientist who became a controversial anti-vaxxer is set to join a rally in the county today.

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Man told friend 'my time on earth is done' before taking life

Man told friend 'my time on earth is done' before taking life

A man told a friend 'my time on earth is done' before being found dead in woodland, an inquest has heard.

Kent fight back against Sussex on day two

Kent fight back against Sussex on day two

Zak Crawley passed 3,000 first-class runs in his unbeaten half-century as Kent fought back against Sussex in the County Championship at Hove.

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German Doner Kebab to open new store next week

German Doner Kebab to open new store next week

Kebab fans will be able to tuck into food from a popular international chain from Monday when it opens a new premises in Kent.

Food bank's rent jumps from £10 to £16,000

Food bank's rent jumps from £10 to £16,000

An in-demand food bank is appealing for financial aid to help cover the cost of its new - and much larger - rental costs.

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Luxury hotel's new £200k outdoor wedding venue

Luxury hotel's new £200k outdoor wedding venue

Owners of a luxury hotel have splashed out £200k turning their outdoor space into a wedding venue as couples opt for al fresco ceremonies.

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Thousands raised for memorial benches in Julia's honour

Thousands raised for memorial benches in Julia's honour

A crowdfunder aiming to raise money for Julia James' family to erect memorial benches in her honour has been inundated with donations.

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