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90-minute delays at Dover as Bank Holiday travel warning issued

90-minute delays at Dover as Bank Holiday travel warning issued

22 August 2024

Drivers are facing 90-minute delays at the Port of Dover - as travel experts issue a warning over congestion ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.

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‘Horrifying’ arson attack destroys school’s grounds as £2k raised

‘Horrifying’ arson attack destroys school’s grounds as £2k raised

20 August 2024

Pictures show the aftermath of a "horrifying" arson attack which decimated a primary school's grounds as a fundraising campaign is launched.

Model shares snaps after 'incredible' stay at wildlife park

Model shares snaps after 'incredible' stay at wildlife park

19 August 2024

Model-turned-presenter Kelly Brook showed off her curves during an ‘incredible’ break at a Kent safari park.

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Why beautiful walk along one of ‘UK’s best beaches’ is perfect for summer’s day

Why beautiful walk along one of ‘UK’s best beaches’ is perfect for summer’s day

18 August 2024

We’ve found the perfect walk for a summer’s day in Kent - taking in pricey properties, one of the UK’s ‘best beaches’ and some fascinating history.

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Bus driver denies causing death of pensioner

Bus driver denies causing death of pensioner

14 August 2024

A bus driver accused of killing a pedestrian will argue there was a mechanical problem with his vehicle when it crashed into a shelter.

Biker dies in crash with lorry on route to busy beach

Biker dies in crash with lorry on route to busy beach

13 August 2024

A motorcyclist has died following a crash with a lorry on a road leading to a popular beach.

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‘I thought someone had snatched him’: Mum’s terror as son, 5, goes missing at beach

‘I thought someone had snatched him’: Mum’s terror as son, 5, goes missing at beach

13 August 2024

A mum has told of the terrifying moment her five-year-old son went missing at the beach, sparking a frantic 90-minute search.

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Beach road shut as landslide investigations begin

Beach road shut as landslide investigations begin

12 August 2024

A beach access road has closed for three days as investigations into a series of landslides begin.

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‘Summer storm turned our lives upside down – it was a force of nature’

‘Summer storm turned our lives upside down – it was a force of nature’

12 August 2024

We look back on huge summer storm which dropped two months rainfall in just two hours and saw people rescued from first floor windows.

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Future of award-winning visitor centre still unknown

Future of award-winning visitor centre still unknown

11 August 2024

The fate of a country park’s visitor centre, which closed due to rising costs, is still to be decided, council bosses confirmed.

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Missing teen, 15, found safe and well

Missing teen, 15, found safe and well

08 August 2024

A 15-year-old missing since Wednesday has been found safe and well, police have confirmed.

‘It had something for everyone - we just can’t believe it’s gone’

‘It had something for everyone - we just can’t believe it’s gone’

07 August 2024

We trace the history of one of Kent's best-loved leisure centres as its sudden closure leaves 144 staff without a job.

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Biker, 36, dies after crash with horse box and SUV

Biker, 36, dies after crash with horse box and SUV

06 August 2024

A motorcyclist has died following a crash involving a horse box and an SUV.

‘Inappropriate’ holiday let approved at Paul O’Grady’s former home

‘Inappropriate’ holiday let approved at Paul O’Grady’s former home

05 August 2024

Paul O'Grady's widower has gained permission to turn a security office at the late TV star's home into a holiday let amid opposition.

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Gorilla born in Kent animal park achieves amazing first in the wild

Gorilla born in Kent animal park achieves amazing first in the wild

05 August 2024

A silverback born and reared at a wildlife sanctuary has become the first in the world to breed with others in the wild.

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‘Beach barbecues must be banned - people should bring picnics instead’

‘Beach barbecues must be banned - people should bring picnics instead’

02 August 2024

Barbecues should be banned at all beaches in a Kent district before someone is badly injured, a councillor believes.

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‘144 staff have lost their jobs - it's a terrible time for all of us’

‘144 staff have lost their jobs - it's a terrible time for all of us’

01 August 2024

Scores of jobs have been lost following the sudden closure of a popular leisure centre, leaving staff "extremely upset".

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‘We're not closing - but need to raise £30m’

‘We're not closing - but need to raise £30m’

01 August 2024

Bosses at a popular attraction need to raise £30m over the next decade to keep facilities up to scratch - but insist it is not in danger of closing.

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Angry villagers ‘feeling forgotten’ as weeds grow 3ft high

Angry villagers ‘feeling forgotten’ as weeds grow 3ft high

31 July 2024

Furious residents say council bosses are “neglecting” their village – leaving weeds to grow 3ft high.

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Cyclist taken to hospital after falling off bike near junction

Cyclist taken to hospital after falling off bike near junction

31 July 2024

A cyclist was taken to hospital after falling off their bike near a junction.

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