A charity says it is struggling to cope as the number of homeless people in Kent has soared.

The Met Office has warned people to brace themselves for a cold snap - with snow, ice and sleet forecast.

A 10-week consultation has launched today following the announcement that three hyper acute stroke services will be created.

A motorist who died after his car left the M2 and overturned has been named locally as 44-year-old Ben Johnson.

A man killed on the M2 earlier today was 44 years old, police have revealed.

Skywatchers in Kent have been enjoying a rare phenomenon said to have not been seen for 150 years.

Youngsters under 18 who take or share indecent images of themselves could get a criminal record as part of a crackdown on so-called 'Bait Out' groups.

Pop singer Cheryl Baker has teamed up with Kent Fire and Rescue Service to aid those who need extra support this winter.

A fifth teenager has been charged with the murder of teen Kyle Yule, who was fatally stabbed on his doorstep.

Health bosses revealed plans to open three hyper acute stroke units in Kent this morning which have been supported by the Stroke Association.

Three hyper acute stroke units will be opened across the county to get patients to the best care faster.

Hare coursing and animal poaching is keeping police busy with hundreds of animals such as rabbits and hares being hunted down.

The Queen Elizabeth II bridge remains closed this morning amid high winds.

Part of the M26 was closed as emergency services dealt with a crane on fire.

A youngster has been taken to hospital with a leg injury after an accident involving a car.

A hat-wearing flasher who exposed himself in five separate incidents over a matter of days is being hunted by police.

A teenage girl missing since Sunday has now been found safe and well.

Mistakes by Kent's four hospital trusts have led to staggering payouts of more than £200 million in the last five years.

A tip-off helped police catch a group of men said to have been involved in a high-value metal theft.

Kent's crime commissioner wants to recruit hundreds more police officers, but taxpayers will face higher bills to help meet the costs.