Budget hotel chain Travelodge opened a new branch in Kent amid the coronavirus pandemic - its manager shares all about the challenges it's faced.

Pupils from two years groups and a breakfast club are now self-isolating after two positive coronavirus cases at a primary school.

A vibrant seating area aimed to combat isolation has been opened, in memory of a man who took his own life.

Pupils in two year groups at a school have been told to self isolate after multiple confirmed cases of coronavirus.

A primary school has been forced to close its site for a whole class group as a teacher isolates and they struggle to find cover.

A Kent school has now had at least 13 cases of coronavirus after two more pupils and three staff test positive for the virus.

Non-essential businesses in one Kent High Street are proving adaptable as they fight back against a second lockdown battering.

The family of a nine-year-old girl battling an aggressive cancer is trying to raise £300,000 for life-saving treatment.

A town mayor has removed 36 inches of her long locks in memory of her best friend's mum and to raise money for charity.

Three members of staff at one of McDonald's Kent restaurants have tested positive for coronavirus.

A presenter has hosted the last news programme of his 25-year career.

Yobs have sprayed graffiti all over a newly-arrived train ahead of its debut.

Thousands of children across Medway have benefited from a scheme to help families in need over half term.

A mental health support group leader has spoken out about her fears of more suicides as the nation prepares for a second lockdown.

Residents angry at the possibility of farmland being turned into a housing estate have stepped up their campaign – for the second time.

A balloon let off from Kent in September has ended up in Germany – 476 miles away.

A farmer is asking for further investigation before almost 500 of her animals are humanely culled following the discovery of bird flu on site.

Riders aged 20 months and older helped raise thousands for an emergency service.

There were no tricks - just treats - waiting at the front door for a young girl who is undergoing treatment for bone cancer, and her family.

Concerns were raised by Kent Anti-Racism Network at a candlelit vigil to honour the lives of the Iranian-Kurdish family who died in the Channel.