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The Kent sub-postmaster whose life was ruined by the Post Office scandal

The Kent sub-postmaster whose life was ruined by the Post Office scandal

07 January 2024

A former Kent sub-postmaster’s life was devastated by the false accusations highlighted in ITV’s hit drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office.

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Stretch of M20 closed amid blaze lorry recovery

Stretch of M20 closed amid blaze lorry recovery

06 January 2024

The M20 has been partially closed as crews work to recover a broken-down crane which caught fire yesterday.

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‘Debris’ on motorway sparks partial closure

‘Debris’ on motorway sparks partial closure

06 January 2024

A stretch of the M26 was partially closed because of “debris” on the road.

Bid for 245-acre solar farm on green belt a ‘special’ case

Bid for 245-acre solar farm on green belt a ‘special’ case

06 January 2024

A solar farm that would be one of the largest in Kent and could power 22,500 homes could be built between two villages.

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Crowds with flame-lit torches to march into woods for drinking ritual

Crowds with flame-lit torches to march into woods for drinking ritual

06 January 2024

Lighting torches and singing to an apple tree might seem an odd start to the year but in Kent an ancient Pagan ritual retains its enduring appeal.

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Man charged after meat and alcohol stolen from high street shops

Man charged after meat and alcohol stolen from high street shops

05 January 2024

A man has been charged after Marks and Spencer, Next, Co-op and Tesco were targeted across West Kent.

‘We can power 3,700 homes’

‘We can power 3,700 homes’

04 January 2024

A controversial solar farm proposal has attracted 60 letters in support and 73 in opposition.

Man in hospital after ‘pub garden assault’

Man in hospital after ‘pub garden assault’

04 January 2024

A man in his 30s remains in hospital in a serious condition following reports of a serious assault in a pub garden.

‘I lost everything in fire but Dobby my rescue dog saved me’

‘I lost everything in fire but Dobby my rescue dog saved me’

04 January 2024

A woman who had watched helplessly as fire ripped through her home says she “doesn’t know what would have happened” if her pup didn’t wake her up.

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Tractors join protest against building plans

Tractors join protest against building plans

02 January 2024

A rural community has taken to the streets in their tractors to protest against plans for a 2,500-home new town and a rugby stadium.

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Motorway delays after vehicle blaze

Motorway delays after vehicle blaze

01 January 2024

Motorists are facing long queues after a vehicle went up in flames on a motorway.

Missing man, 60, found safe and well

Missing man, 60, found safe and well

30 December 2023

A 60-year-old man whose disappearance sparked an urgent appeal from police has been found safe.

Brave Tony, 9, to receive New Year Honour

Brave Tony, 9, to receive New Year Honour

29 December 2023

More than 20 people from Kent have been recognised by King Charles III for their work – including a nine-year-old double amputee.

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More opposition to 2,500 garden city plans

More opposition to 2,500 garden city plans

29 December 2023

Opponents of a mega garden village project have set up crowdfunding to help fight plans for thousands of homes.

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Drug driving arrest after crash closes M25

Drug driving arrest after crash closes M25

29 December 2023

A motorist has been arrested on suspicion of drug driving after he crashed on the M25.

Blow away the cobwebs with a winter walk

Blow away the cobwebs with a winter walk

29 December 2023

From countryside strolls to waterfront walks, there are plenty of ways to get out and about in the New Year.

Travel chaos as multiple trains cancelled across Kent

Travel chaos as multiple trains cancelled across Kent

27 December 2023

Trains have been cancelled throughout the county due to overrunning engineering works.

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Budget breaks to beat the January blues

Budget breaks to beat the January blues

26 December 2023

Looking for a January pick-me-up? We’ve got some great getaways to help beat the winter blues - and they’re all under £100.

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Villagers unhappy with BOTH rugby stadium and garden city plans

Villagers unhappy with BOTH rugby stadium and garden city plans

26 December 2023

Fear of traffic gridlock is driving villagers to oppose two major developments for a rugby stadium and a housing project with thousands of homes.

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How Kent’s cats spend Christmas at Battersea

How Kent’s cats spend Christmas at Battersea

25 December 2023

From crackers to festive treats, volunteers at a charity are going the extra mile for a special group of cats still looking for a home this Christmas.

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