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250-mile trek in 19 hours from Faversham to Bognor

250-mile trek in 19 hours from Faversham to Bognor

Two men have completed an epic bike ride in aid of the Pilgrims Hospice.

Huge development proposed AGAIN for countryside spot

Huge development proposed AGAIN for countryside spot

310 houses, a large hotel and a care home are part of new plans for a slice of land in the heart of Faversham's countryside.

'Prolific offender' jailed for more than three years

'Prolific offender' jailed for more than three years

A man has been sentenced for burglary and drug offences after police caught him trying to hide a bundle of heroine and cocaine underneath a sofa.

Boss of fire-hit firm says 'it's business as usual'

Boss of fire-hit firm says 'it's business as usual'

The boss of a pallet yard engulfed by flames this week says the business is already back up and running.

Three-car crash blocking part of A2

Three-car crash blocking part of A2

Paramedics and police are at the scene of a collision outside a secondary school.

Threatened health service saved from closure

Threatened health service saved from closure

The town's Minor Injuries Unit will remain open and will now offer an X-ray service, it has been announced today.

Self-styled master of criminal arts back behind bars

Self-styled master of criminal arts back behind bars

A shameless offender who made boasts on Facebook about having a "master's degree" in crime is back behind bars for offences including shoplifting.

Arsonists target treehouse at country estate

Arsonists target treehouse at country estate

Police are investigating a blaze in a 10-man treehouse thought to have been started deliberately.

Petition launched to save caravan community

Petition launched to save caravan community

A group of caravan owners have been given an eviction notice after more than 50 years on the site behind a Michelin-starred pub.

Man in court for 'stabbing grandmother and her sister'

Man in court for 'stabbing grandmother and her sister'

A 29-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the attempted murder of his grandmother and her sister who were beaten and stabbed at their home.

‘It’s a miracle they’re still alive’

‘It’s a miracle they’re still alive’

The neighbour who discovered two elderly sisters seriously injured in a double stabbing says they are lucky to be alive.

Faversham heading to World Cup

Faversham heading to World Cup

Faversham Town under-11s are heading to Sweden next month to represent England in the World Youth Cup.

Man charged with attempted murder after sisters stabbed

Man charged with attempted murder after sisters stabbed

A man has been charged with a string of offences after two sisters were stabbed at their home in Faversham.

Traffic in Faversham is 'more dangerous than London'

Traffic in Faversham is 'more dangerous than London'

A concerned mother has launched a campaign for a 20mph speed limit in the town centre, after a 13-year-old suffered life threatening injuries.

Drug addict who robbed pharmacy at knifepoint jailed

Drug addict who robbed pharmacy at knifepoint jailed

A man with more than 21 convictions has been jailed again after robbing a chemist at knife point and 'petrifying' a heavily pregnant worker.

Crash between lorry and van closes busy road

Crash between lorry and van closes busy road

Delays are building after a collision between a van and a lorry which has closed the road in both directions.

Stabbing victims not found for up to 24 hours

Stabbing victims not found for up to 24 hours

Two pensioners who suffered stab wounds may have lain injured for up to 24 hours, according to neighbours.

Carswell denies rift with Farage over Ukip leadership

Carswell denies rift with Farage over Ukip leadership

Ukip failed by not focusing on local issues, says their only MP, shortly before his appearance on BBC Radio 4’s Any Questions in Kent.

Scooter crash leaves boy, 13, with life-changing injuries

Scooter crash leaves boy, 13, with life-changing injuries

A mother has warned children to stay safe on the roads after her young son was knocked off his scooter and suffered serious injuries.

Man arrested after 18 mile police chase

Man arrested after 18 mile police chase

A man remains in custody accused of drink driving after police used 'tactical contact' to stop the car following a pursuit along the A2.

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