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Is there really a ‘war on motorists’ in Kent?

Is there really a ‘war on motorists’ in Kent?

23 November 2023

One topic guaranteed to set our letters pages abuzz is the so-called ‘war on motorists’ – but has it all been “manufactured” for political purposes?

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Multi-million-pound road project enters next stage

Multi-million-pound road project enters next stage

22 November 2023

The government has approved the first out of three stages for a £199 million scheme in Kent.

‘I do not want anyone else to ever experience this heartbreak’

‘I do not want anyone else to ever experience this heartbreak’

22 November 2023

The mum of a teen killed in a crash has launched a petition for calming measures at the “notorious" accident black spot

Woman taken to hospital after coming off bike

Woman taken to hospital after coming off bike

22 November 2023

Emergency services called after a motorcyclist came off her bike also had to deal with a nearby collision between a bus and car.

‘I never imagined it would cost so much to drive a car in Kent’

‘I never imagined it would cost so much to drive a car in Kent’

22 November 2023

Reporter James Pallant wants to get a driving licence – but like so many young people, he’s been left stunned by the cost of lessons and insurance.

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‘Non-stop’ road closures cause chaos and ‘almost ruin’ businesses

‘Non-stop’ road closures cause chaos and ‘almost ruin’ businesses

22 November 2023

Multiple road closures are blighting a Kent village – costing businesses thousands of pounds in lost trade and leaving residents angry and frustrated.

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New shuttle service for ‘isolated’ village

New shuttle service for ‘isolated’ village

21 November 2023

A village which lost a vital bus service is looking forward to new transport links thanks to the introduction of a new shuttle service.

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Divisive new pedestrian zone will close to traffic within weeks

Divisive new pedestrian zone will close to traffic within weeks

21 November 2023

A divisive new Spanish-inspired seafront plaza will close to traffic for good before the end of the month.

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‘I’ll scrap ULEZ, 20mph zones – even speed bumps’

‘I’ll scrap ULEZ, 20mph zones – even speed bumps’

19 November 2023

He’s saved motorists hundreds of millions of pounds – now Kent’s Howard Cox is vowing to rip up ULEZ if he succeeds at the polls next year.

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Man dies and three hurt in A2 tragedy

Man dies and three hurt in A2 tragedy

18 November 2023

A road remains closed after a man in his 70s died following a crash between two cars, which also left three others hurt.

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Classic car parade marks 60 years of the Dartford Crossing

Classic car parade marks 60 years of the Dartford Crossing

17 November 2023

A parade of vintage cars made a symbolic journey through the west tunnel to celebrate the Dartford Crossing’s 60th birthday.

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Drivers caught on camera removing safety barriers

Drivers caught on camera removing safety barriers

16 November 2023

Motorists looking to save some time on their journey have been caught in CCTV footage ignoring road closure signs and driving through gas works.

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First pictures of how £1m will be spent to create Kent’s first ‘walking town’

First pictures of how £1m will be spent to create Kent’s first ‘walking town’

16 November 2023

Intended to make walking and cycling safer, a town’s road network will be transformed with the first images showing how it will look in a £1m project.

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Cyclist dies after crash with car

Cyclist dies after crash with car

15 November 2023

Police are appealing for witnesses following the death of a cyclist.

Police crackdown on illegal e-scooters

Police crackdown on illegal e-scooters

15 November 2023

Police are attempting to crackdown on e-scooter use in a town centre.

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Rain weather warning no longer covers Kent

Rain weather warning no longer covers Kent

15 November 2023

A yellow weather warning for rain no longer covers Kent, the Met Office has confirmed.

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Lane removal will have ‘massive impact’ on traffic

Lane removal will have ‘massive impact’ on traffic

14 November 2023

The director of a bus firm insists the decision to return a dual carriageway to two lanes will transform the day-to-day lives of pupils and teachers.

Armistice train tours Kent

Armistice train tours Kent

13 November 2023

Pictures show a historic locomotive passing through the county as it marked Armistice Day.

Thunderstorm warning in place for Kent

Thunderstorm warning in place for Kent

13 November 2023

The Met Office has warned some across the county may experience loss of power and rail services could be delayed as bad weather hits.

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Yacht rescued after crew member injured

Yacht rescued after crew member injured

12 November 2023

Lifeboat volunteers have saved a yacht which had begun to take on water after one of its crew members had suffered an injury.

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