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Death of popular 24-year-old not being treated as suspicious

Death of popular 24-year-old not being treated as suspicious

The death of a young woman whose body was found 12 days after she was reported missing is not being treated as suspicious, police have confirmed.

Bus driver in dock over death crash of OAP

Bus driver in dock over death crash of OAP

A bus driver accused of causing the death of a 70-year-old man after a crash at a busy depot has appeared in court.

Extra pace a consolation

Extra pace a consolation

Lydd’s Bradley Ray left Donington Park without points but at least he found more pace in the Superbike World Championship.

Outgoing skipper given unique send-off

Outgoing skipper given unique send-off

Departing Folkestone Invicta captain Callum Davies has been given a unique send-off by the club’s significant shareholder and shirt sponsor.

Man found dead near busy promenade

Man found dead near busy promenade

A man was found dead near a popular clifftop promenade.

Fire crews called after seagull gets stuck in chimney

Fire crews called after seagull gets stuck in chimney

Firefighters were called to a residential street to rescue a trapped bird.

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Two stunning Kent beaches ‘among best in UK’

Two stunning Kent beaches ‘among best in UK’

Two picturesque Kent beaches have been named two of the best in the country.

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Huge brawl erupts at bar after England lose Euros final

Huge brawl erupts at bar after England lose Euros final

Men were punched and kicked to the ground as a fight erupted at a bar after Gareth Southgate’s team lost the Euros final.

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CCTV shows moment ‘irresponsible’ biker gets wheelie all wrong and crashes

CCTV shows moment ‘irresponsible’ biker gets wheelie all wrong and crashes

Footage captures the embarrassing moment a biker loses control and crashes while performing a wheelie along a busy town centre road.

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Video inside Kent's priciest flats reveals exactly what you get for your money

Video inside Kent's priciest flats reveals exactly what you get for your money

Stunning views and a gold lift that takes you directly to your hallway are all part of the deal at a swanky coastline apartment block.

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Ray seeking home improvements

Ray seeking home improvements

Bradley Ray has found points hard to come by in this year’s Superbike World Championship, but home advantage this weekend could make the difference.

Police and paramedics descend on bus station

Police and paramedics descend on bus station

Officers and ambulance crews attended a bus station following reports a person needed medical care.

Tunnel closure causes rush hour gridlock

Tunnel closure causes rush hour gridlock

The closure of a busy tunnel has caused travel misery for commuters.

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‘Remorseless’ rapist behind bar after attacking teen

‘Remorseless’ rapist behind bar after attacking teen

A “remorseless” rapist has been jailed for more than a decade after attacking a teenager.

Boy, 10, hit by bus now awake in hospital

Boy, 10, hit by bus now awake in hospital

A 10-year-old boy who was airlifted to hospital after being hit by a bus is now awake and doing better than doctors predicted, his mother says.

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Healey: 3G pitch would be game-changer

Healey: 3G pitch would be game-changer

Chairman Josh Healey has spoken of his excitement at Folkestone Invicta’s plans for a new 3G pitch.

Motorway reopens following police incident

Motorway reopens following police incident

A motorway has reopened after police were called following concerns for a person’s welfare.

Bus driver charged over death of man, 70, in crash

Bus driver charged over death of man, 70, in crash

A bus driver has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving following a crash in which a 70-year-old man died almost two years ago.

Huge diversion as council ‘pothole blitz’ launched amid ongoing road closure

Huge diversion as council ‘pothole blitz’ launched amid ongoing road closure

Residents have criticised Kent County Council’s “ridiculous” decision to carry out a “pothole blitz” while another key route is closed.

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Invicta’s 3G pitch plans

Invicta’s 3G pitch plans

Folkestone intend to have a new 3G pitch installed in time for next season.

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