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How ‘Canterbury Cannibal’ case shocked the world

How ‘Canterbury Cannibal’ case shocked the world

25 September 2024

It is 10 years since ‘the Canterbury Cannibal’ was sentenced - a case which exposed dark and twisted fantasies which stretched across the Atlantic.

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Why big changes to catching ferry to France are a ‘nightmare waiting to happen’

Why big changes to catching ferry to France are a ‘nightmare waiting to happen’

23 September 2024

From fingerprint scans on a tablet at Dover to getting out of your car for checks at the Channel Tunnel, travelling to France will never be the same.

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Dig to uncover supersonic wartime rocket that exploded in Kent field

Dig to uncover supersonic wartime rocket that exploded in Kent field

20 September 2024

An archaeology dig has been uncovering the remains of a Nazi V2 rocket that exploded in a field during the Second World War.

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In search of the creepy dolls freaking out walkers in ancient Kent wood

In search of the creepy dolls freaking out walkers in ancient Kent wood

20 September 2024

Discarded porcelain dolls - some headless - have left walkers in an ancient wood feeling unsettled. We set off in search of the eerie figures…

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£8k for a season ticket - but are we falling back in love with our trains?

£8k for a season ticket - but are we falling back in love with our trains?

18 September 2024

Not long ago, Southeastern was always among the worst-rated franchises - today it’s among the best-performing. We ask what’s changed…

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Bosses at Kent’s priciest development reveal number sold and plans for ‘urban resort’

Bosses at Kent’s priciest development reveal number sold and plans for ‘urban resort’

16 September 2024

The bosses behind Kent’s priciest development have revealed how many homes have been sold - and plans to create an “urban resort” with a new hotel.

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‘A fearful metallic screeching noise and a horrendous crash’

‘A fearful metallic screeching noise and a horrendous crash’

14 September 2024

Thirty years ago, a Kent district witnessed its worst peace-time disaster as ferry passengers fell to their deaths.

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‘Losing Wilko has left shopping centre dead as a dodo’

‘Losing Wilko has left shopping centre dead as a dodo’

12 September 2024

A year ago today, Wilko started shutting stores across Kent. While several units have been filled, gaping holes have been left in some town centres.

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Why I spend thousands following world's worst football team

Why I spend thousands following world's worst football team

12 September 2024

After years of disappointment and thousands of pounds spent, our reporter has finally witnessed his beloved team win.

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The Kent detective who solved some of county’s most shocking crimes

The Kent detective who solved some of county’s most shocking crimes

09 September 2024

From the murder of a PCSO to the killer inspired by Breaking Bad, Gavin Moss has headed some of Kent’s most high-profile police investigations.

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‘I hoped the axe I threw at him would cleave his skull in two’

‘I hoped the axe I threw at him would cleave his skull in two’

05 September 2024

On the 25th anniversary of his death, we look back at one of the most controversial men in politics - who lived in a Kent castle.

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The robots that could help Kent’s fruit picking problems

The robots that could help Kent’s fruit picking problems

03 September 2024

A new technology in action on a Kent farm may solve the shortage of fruit-pickers - by using robots.

New bridge installed in £32m road revamp

New bridge installed in £32m road revamp

02 September 2024

Our reporter went behind the scenes as a key milestone was hit in a major road project.

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Automatic service charge 'like someone's putting their hand in my pocket!'

Automatic service charge 'like someone's putting their hand in my pocket!'

02 September 2024

An automatic service charge on your bill is becoming a regular occurrence, some customers in Kent think the tipping trend should be scrapped.

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The story of how historic harbour became one of Kent’s top tourist attractions

The story of how historic harbour became one of Kent’s top tourist attractions

01 September 2024

We’ve taken an in-depth look at the changing fortunes of a Kent landmark that was once derelict but is now visited by millions of people every year.

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'Foodie capital of Kent is a bit Shoreditch - but there's nothing wrong with that!'

'Foodie capital of Kent is a bit Shoreditch - but there's nothing wrong with that!'

29 August 2024

Our reviewer visits one of Kent’s foodie hotspots to sample the fun atmosphere with some excellent pizza.

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Kent is now home to almost 2,000 HMOs - but what is it like to live in one?

Kent is now home to almost 2,000 HMOs - but what is it like to live in one?

28 August 2024

A tenant has revealed what life is like in a Kent HMO, as we look at why this form of shared living is on the rise - and what powers councils have.

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The terraced house that was home to town’s ‘smallest cinema’

The terraced house that was home to town’s ‘smallest cinema’

27 August 2024

In the 1930s a film fan created a cinema in the front room of his father’s house that could seat just eight people.

'Island life is idyllic - it's like being on holiday all year'

'Island life is idyllic - it's like being on holiday all year'

20 August 2024

We look back at how a once contaminated wasteland slowly transformed into a thriving island community where no resident wants to leave.

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'We’re being shafted!': Motorists hit out as council rejects more than 90% of pothole claims

'We’re being shafted!': Motorists hit out as council rejects more than 90% of pothole claims

19 August 2024

Drivers have expressed their frustration as figures obtained by KentOnline reveal fewer than one in 12 claims for pothole damage costs are accepted.

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