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Thug’s vicious screwdriver attack after spying half-naked man in girlfriend’s house

Thug’s vicious screwdriver attack after spying half-naked man in girlfriend’s house

A thug who discovered his partner “with another man” punched her in the face before stabbing her guest with a screwdriver.

‘We proved that nothing is impossible’

‘We proved that nothing is impossible’

A former Gurkha soldier who made history after becoming the first double above the knee amputee to climb Everest said he ‘almost gave up three times’.

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Kent suffer 10-wicket defeat at champions Surrey

Kent suffer 10-wicket defeat at champions Surrey

Kent head coach Matt Walker cut a frustrated figure after they quickly succumbed to a 10-wicket defeat at Surrey.

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Kent double amputee makes history after conquering Everest

Kent double amputee makes history after conquering Everest

A former Gurkha soldier who lost his legs after being blown up has fulfilled his lifelong dream of climbing the tallest mountain in the world.

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Family’s heartbreak at death of much-loved dad-of-five

Family’s heartbreak at death of much-loved dad-of-five

A devastated family have paid tribute to a former soldier who took his own life this week following a lengthy battle with PTSD and depression.

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‘We’ll have delivery riders revving outside homes till dawn’

‘We’ll have delivery riders revving outside homes till dawn’

A takeaway’s bid for deliveries until 4am has sparked fears of motorbikes and scooters revving through the streets all night.

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Bhuiyan delivers but late collapse leaves Kent with plenty to do

Bhuiyan delivers but late collapse leaves Kent with plenty to do

Kent debutant Arafat Bhuiyan took 4-65 but Surrey have the upper hand after three late wickets on day two at The Oval.

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Divisive candy shop opposite historic landmark shuts

Divisive candy shop opposite historic landmark shuts

A controversial sweet shop, known for its vivid colour scheme and trading opposite a historic landmark, has unexpectedly closed its doors.

Evison helps Kent collect rare batting bonus point

Evison helps Kent collect rare batting bonus point

Kent picked up only their third bonus batting point of the season thanks to a spirited last-wicket partnership at Surrey.

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‘Water has been pouring in my flat for months’

‘Water has been pouring in my flat for months’

A mum says she feels “angry and depressed” after a two-month water leak and mould destroyed her home.

Labour and Lib Dem coalition for Canterbury confirmed

Labour and Lib Dem coalition for Canterbury confirmed

Leaders of Labour and Liberal Democrats have confirmed a deal to control Canterbury City Council, following a snug against the Greens.

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Billings: Kent’s slow early-season start a false reflection

Billings: Kent’s slow early-season start a false reflection

Skipper Sam Billings believes Kent are a better team than they have shown so far this season.

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Family's horror as woman 'mows down duck’ in Sainsbury’s car park

Family's horror as woman 'mows down duck’ in Sainsbury’s car park

A mum and her daughter were left traumatised after a driver mowed down a beloved duck in a supermarket car park.

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‘I was really impressed with him’

‘I was really impressed with him’

Kent’s latest signing Arafat Bhuiyan made a positive impression against a club legend at the weekend.

Lawrence’s wise words

Lawrence’s wise words

Boss Danny Lawrence hopes some of Canterbury City’s players don’t make the same mistakes he did.

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Shock as pub closes less than four months after Michelin success

Shock as pub closes less than four months after Michelin success

A pub which was added to the Michelin guide less than four months ago has announced its closure, with the building up on the market

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Jobs boost as new KFC set to throw open its doors

Jobs boost as new KFC set to throw open its doors

A popular fast food giant has unveiled plans to launch a new restaurant in a retail park – marking the third branch within a three-mile range.

Bowler signs pro terms with Kent

Bowler signs pro terms with Kent

A bowler has signed professionally for Kent - and goes straight into their latest County Championship squad.

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Kent’s Compton says consistency is the key

Kent’s Compton says consistency is the key

Finding four-day cricket consistency will be key for Kent, admits opener Ben Compton.

Thief stole gin and Valentine’s Day gifts from supermarket

Thief stole gin and Valentine’s Day gifts from supermarket

A thief who stole a bottle of gin and gifts for Valentine’s Day has admitted the charges after another shoplifting offence just weeks later.

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