It would be faster for rush hour commuters to get out of their cars and ride a bike into Essex according to new figures on crossing congestion.

From shoplifters to drink-drivers - here are some of the people to face justice in Kent's magistrates courts this week.

There are long delays on the M25 clockwise this evening following a serious accident near the Dartford Crossing.

Police shut the M20 at rush hour so officers could search for a missing person.

A major highway was shut after a multi-vehicle pile-up on a busy stretch of Kent road.

Kent is today reeling as the most shocking US election upset unfolds - with Donald Trump voted into the White House.

A charity which helps young people get back into work has appointed a new chief executive tasked with turning around a deficit of nearly £335,000.

Christmas starts here: Light switch-ons and family festivities in the run-up to Christmas across the county in the coming weeks.

A teenager will live out many a young girl’s dream when she competes in an international beauty pageant at Disneyland.

A firm which is helping others through stressful times is hoping to win an award for its work.

Heavy rain has created dangerous road conditions across the county, with large flood patches and a high risk of aquaplaning.

A motorcycle and car crashed on the M25 this evening, causing further delays for motorists.

A crash involving a car and lorry brought traffic to a standstill on the M25 this evening.

Firefighters were called to a flat blaze last night.

A mayor has resigned amid racism claims - closely followed by his deputy, who stepped down following separate harassment allegations.

A mum-of-12 dubbed the Queen of Benefits could face jail after admitting handling cash stolen from car parks across Kent.

Two men forced a man to take them to his home, then stole from him.

An escaped prisoner who used a mannequin to trick prison wardens into thinking he was asleep has links to Kent.

The last trains home to Kent from London are to be replaced by buses this week due to engineering work.

A law firm with a long history knows the importance of supporting those around you.