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Man 'pepper-sprayed' in bank disturbance

Man 'pepper-sprayed' in bank disturbance

Police reportedly used pepper spray to subdue an 'abusive' man who allegedly caused a disturbance at a town centre bank, which remains sealed off.

Kent reacts to crossing announcement

Kent reacts to crossing announcement

There has been plenty of reaction from politicians and campaigners to the announcement about the Lower Thames Crossing route.

Armed burglars reportedly forced way into home

Armed burglars reportedly forced way into home

Two men, armed with a gun and a knife, reportedly knocked on a door at night and forced their way inside before stealing cash and a mobile phone.

Study identifies areas of high air pollution levels

Study identifies areas of high air pollution levels

An environmental group has warned that schools and leisure centres are being exposed to excessive levels of toxic fumes.

Here’s a new meaning to neigh-bourhood policing

Here’s a new meaning to neigh-bourhood policing

One woman has combined her love of horses and being a Special Constable to help keep her village safe.

Teens charged after spate of assaults and thefts

Teens charged after spate of assaults and thefts

Three teenagers appeared in court today following a spate of incidents in which random passers-by were assaulted.

Huge travellers' camp springs up next to family restaurant

Huge travellers' camp springs up next to family restaurant

About 20 caravans, six horses and numerous dogs appeared in a field between a popular restaurant and a supermarket as travellers moved in.

We're peerless at our best

We're peerless at our best

Skipper Danny Kedwell believes no other team can match Ebbsfleet when his side are on top of their game.

One match at a time

One match at a time

Ebbsfleet boss Daryl McMahon has not even mentioned their potential title decider against Maidenhead to his squad.

Dramatic move in 'professional hit' murder case

Dramatic move in 'professional hit' murder case

Four accused of carrying out a drive-by shooting 16 years ago are to apply to get the case dismissed.

Inquest into crash death opens

Inquest into crash death opens

A coroner has opened an inquest into the death of a young woman who died in a crash in a country lane.

Increase crossing bus routes to ease congestion misery

Increase crossing bus routes to ease congestion misery

Better public transport could help ease the grind of getting over the River Thames, a campaigner has suggested.

Victim suffered 'campaign of bullying'

Victim suffered 'campaign of bullying'

A man who attacked his victim in their own home, dislocating his arm and breaking a bone, is today behind bars.

Fleet bounce back

Fleet bounce back

Manager Daryl McMahon wasn't worried after conceding first again on Saturday

Climbers reach summit to pay for Issy’s wheelchair

Climbers reach summit to pay for Issy’s wheelchair

A young disabled girl will soon be able to take her dog for a walk and look after her pony thanks to generous family and friends.

Young cheerleaders heading to Florida

Young cheerleaders heading to Florida

A cheerleading club is aiming to be named the best in the world after scooping the top title at a national competition for the second year.

Kedwell guns down Wings

Kedwell guns down Wings

Danny Kedwell scored twice against his former club on Saturday.

Watching, waiting and always there

Watching, waiting and always there

Fifteen years on, this RNLI station is one of the most important points on the Thames.

Garages and cars destroyed in fire

Garages and cars destroyed in fire

Two garages were gutted and four cars badly damaged after a serious blaze.

Gravesham council leader to step down

Gravesham council leader to step down

The leader of Gravesham council is stepping down, it has been announced.

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