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Ex-Mayor quits Labour Party after Twitter row

Children of two families in Northfleet found living in squalor

Jobs threat at hospital trust considers merger with Medway

Maternity wards stretched to the limit

Win a £300 DIY spending spree at Wilkinson

Great 2 for 1 offer at Lullingstone Villa

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