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Gravesend teen sensation has X Factor

Gravesend teen sensation has X Factor

30 September 2013

The first of this year’s X Factor semi-finalists have been revealed - including Gravesend teenager Tamera Foster.

Tickled Pink on charity walk

Tickled Pink on charity walk

30 September 2013

Different generations joined together to take part in this year’s Tickled Pink charity walk along Gravesend’s promenade.

Real-life Gregory's Girl takes on boys

Real-life Gregory's Girl takes on boys

29 September 2013

A football-mad 10-year-old has become the first girl to join a long-running boys' football team.

Twilight is the highlight

Twilight is the highlight

29 September 2013

Twilight Walk for EllenorLions Hopsice attracts hundreds of people dressed in pink tutus, pyjamas, bunny ears and feather boas.

Skate ramp damaged by fire

Skate ramp damaged by fire

29 September 2013

Firefighters were called in the early hours to reports of a fire at a skateboard ramp.

Pupils urged to get jobs at theme park

Pupils urged to get jobs at theme park

28 September 2013

The boss in charge of the Paramount Park project told Ebbsfleet Academy pupils: “We’re looking forward to working with you.”

School uniform sales are a rip-off says shopkeeper

School uniform sales are a rip-off says shopkeeper

28 September 2013

Shop puts up large banner saying “RIP OFF School Uniform Campaign” and plans to display the name of a different school every two weeks.

TV presenter in fundraising cream tea visit

TV presenter in fundraising cream tea visit

28 September 2013

That’s Life TV host and ChildLine founder Esther Rantzen visited a sheltered housing complex in Gravesend for a cream tea.

Man's horror as large spider 'sinks fangs' into his hand in garden

Man's horror as large spider 'sinks fangs' into his hand in garden

27 September 2013

A man has spoken of the moment a terrifying-looking spider "sank its fangs" into him, leaving his finger red and numb for hours.

We’ve lost our business, our savings and our home

We’ve lost our business, our savings and our home

27 September 2013

Michael Savell, 64, and his wife Maureen, 61, ran the Balloon Workshop in Gravesend but a lack of trade has finally forced them to close.

Girl in hospital after being hit by car

Girl in hospital after being hit by car

27 September 2013

A teenager has been taken to hospital with leg injuries after being knocked down by a car this morning.

Historic firm sails into the county

Historic firm sails into the county

27 September 2013

An international trade company first established during Queen Elizabeth I's reign is to open its first store outside London in the county.

Match in memory of a dad who loved the game

Match in memory of a dad who loved the game

27 September 2013

It has been organised by Roger Greenstreet’s son Paul who is hoping to reunite as many ex-Cobham FC, Clifton FC and Kings Farm FC players.

Raider posing as security guard holds up supermarket at gunpoint

Raider posing as security guard holds up supermarket at gunpoint

26 September 2013

A shop manager has been threatened at gunpoint by an armed raider who burst into his store posing as a security guard.

Shops support police in new crackdown on illegal drinkers

Shops support police in new crackdown on illegal drinkers

26 September 2013

Police are to increase patrols as they wage a new war on underage drinking.

You’re the one that I want!

You’re the one that I want!

26 September 2013

Youngsters were hoping for good news from judges when they tried out for a role in the legendary musical Grease.

Doctor faces disciplinary action over smoking interview

Doctor faces disciplinary action over smoking interview

26 September 2013

A public health specialist who criticised Kent County Council's pension investments in tobacco companies is now facing disciplinary action.

Cab driver spared prison for sex assault on teenage passenger

Cab driver spared prison for sex assault on teenage passenger

26 September 2013

A mini cab driver has avoided an immediate prison sentence after touching a 17-year-old girl passenger's leg several times on a late-night journey.

How do you like them apples? Kent's apples sweeter than ever

How do you like them apples? Kent's apples sweeter than ever

26 September 2013

Kent's apple season officially starts today and - despite being late - the fruit is brighter and sweeter than ever.

Help tell stories of those who fell in First World War

Help tell stories of those who fell in First World War

26 September 2013

An online memorial to the men of Swanscombe who made the ultimate sacrifice during the First World War has been set up.

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