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Life in New Zealand's lockdown

Life in New Zealand's lockdown

A backpacker has been speaking about her experiences of living in New Zealand, where she has been stranded for almost a month.

Crews attend car fire

Crews attend car fire

Fire crews were called to tackle a fire on the side of a main road.

Singer and TV judge entertains street

Singer and TV judge entertains street

Singer Chris Shannon, a judge on BBC's All Together Now, took to his doorstep to entertain neighbours and raise funds for the NHS.

Happy Vaisakhi 2020

Happy Vaisakhi 2020

With celebrations very different this year we take a look back at past Vaisakhi processions.

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Missing teenager found

Missing teenager found

A 14-year-old girl, reported missing from her home, has been found safe and well.

Teenage girl reported missing

Teenage girl reported missing

Police have launched an appeal to find a missing 14-year-old.

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Charity's stolen minibus found in ruins

Charity's stolen minibus found in ruins

A stolen minibus, used to transport people with dementia, has been found as a burnt out shell.

Services cancelled after freight train derails

Services cancelled after freight train derails

Key workers trying to get to work this weekend may face travel disruption after a freight train derailed.

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Man arrested after assault at Asda

Man arrested after assault at Asda

A man was arrested at a Kent supermarket after a fight broke out between staff and a shopper.

Easter comes early for care home

Easter comes early for care home

Lindt staff played Easter bunnies by delivering some early cheer to care home residents.

Doctor advises how to manage coronavirus symptoms

Doctor advises how to manage coronavirus symptoms

A doctor has made a video informing people how to manage symptoms linked to coronavirus so they can avoid having to attend hospital.

Schoolgirl's colourful tribute to NHS

Schoolgirl's colourful tribute to NHS

A 12 year-old art student has shared her admiration for the front-line workers battling the coronavirus.

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CCTV released after robbery on train

CCTV released after robbery on train

Police are continuing to hunt for robbers who threatened a train passenger and stole his bag and earphones.

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'It's a great way for us to keep in touch with the community'

 'It's a great way for us to keep in touch with the community'

Carehome residents have been receiving and delivering letters during the lockdown.

Mother and daughter get sewing for the NHS

Mother and daughter get sewing for the NHS

An online fundraiser to raise money to make scrubs has exceeded its target.

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No relief for stranded residents

No relief for stranded residents

A group of more than 100 Gravesend residents remain stranded in Punjab as rescue flights are being arranged from other parts of India.

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What is happening to your council services?

What is happening to your council services?

The coronavirus outbreak has caused changes to the way council services are being run from bins to roads and caring for the most vulnerable.

Abusive drunk headbutted his mother

Abusive drunk headbutted his mother

An abusive drunk who attacked police after headbutting his mother has been jailed, but is set to be freed within days due to the coronavirus crisis.

Teen makes Easter cards to spread happiness

Teen makes Easter cards to spread happiness

A 19-year-old boy has become a village 'celeb' thanks to his creativity and help towards the elderly and vulnerable.

Pupils write poems about the coronavirus

Pupils write poems about the coronavirus

Youngsters are embracing the art of poetry to express their thoughts about Covid-19.

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