A prolific shoplifter who tried to conceal his crimes has been banned from several supermarkets and a chain of petrol stations.

A woman has died after a medical incident near a restaurant which prompted a large response from the emergency services.

Scarecrows have once again taken over a quiet village this half term.

A heartbroken mum has paid tribute to her “generous” and “loving” son after his body was found in the River Medway following days of searching.

A budget retailer has withdrawn its bid to sell booze from its new store after it met opposition over concerns it could lead to alcohol-related crime.

Disposal teams from the Ministry of Defence were called after wartime solid metal objects were found at a building site.

A cocaine addict claimed in court he was attacked by his dealer with a dog chain in a row over drugs before offering to spar with him without “tools”.

A 43-year-old man has been charged with rape after a woman reported being attacked in a town park.

A 33-year-old man has appeared in court accused of murder after a town centre stabbing.

A community group has proved successful in its effort to get an historic 125-year-old fountain returned to its original location.

Police say two missing children who were believed to be together in Chatham have now been found safe and well.

The government has decided not to intervene in a controversial planning bid to convert an industrial docks site.

A 31-year-old thug who subjected his girlfriend to months of controlling and violent abuse has been locked up.

A slip road off the M2 will remain closed for several more weeks for emergency bridge repairs.

The return of the beautiful game to a remote village has been thrown in doubt after vandals took it upon themselves to trash the pitches.

An aerospace firm has announced plans to employ hundreds of new highly-skilled workers as it expands its Kent-based site.

Fresh tributes have been left close to where the body of a missing man was discovered, as thousands are raised to help his family.

Villagers, friends and emergency service workers joined forces to give lifesaving treatment to a teenage girl who collapsed in a cardiac arrest.

From festive fairs to spectacular fireworks, we’ve got five unmissable events coming to Kent this November.

A cat rescue centre is appealing for help after hitting “an absolute brick wall” with its number of moggies following the arrival of six “miracles”.