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New ‘no entry’ signs 40cm too close to kerb at bus lane abused by drivers

New ‘no entry’ signs 40cm too close to kerb at bus lane abused by drivers

Residents have almost come to blows with drivers misusing a “busgate” with ANPR cameras still not installed due to a row over out of place signs.

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‘Under-the-radar Vietnamese is foodie street’s newest gem’

‘Under-the-radar Vietnamese is foodie street’s newest gem’

Our reporter ventured out of her comfort zone and picked up her chopsticks at a new Asian eatery.

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Watling wants to call time on Stones’ cup exploits

Watling wants to call time on Stones’ cup exploits

Ebbsfleet boss Harry Watling wants his players to rise to the occasion in the weekend’s big FA Cup derby - and deny Maidstone more headlines.

Care worker jailed for sexually abusing severely disabled patient

Care worker jailed for sexually abusing severely disabled patient

A 69-year-old has been jailed for committing “abhorrent acts” against a vulnerable person.

Care home to be turned into flats on cul-de-sac

Care home to be turned into flats on cul-de-sac

Councillors have approved the conversion of a care home to several flats, despite concerns over parking from nearby residents.

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First look inside £40m flats at landmark former car garage

First look inside £40m flats at landmark former car garage

Exclusive: A landmark building that was a car dealership is being turned into flats and retail space and we were invited to see how it’s progressing.

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‘People keep blocking our drives - this road can’t cope with HMOs’

‘People keep blocking our drives - this road can’t cope with HMOs’

Residents living in a quiet street say a new house in multiple occupation has led to rowdy parties and caused parking chaos.

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Newsagent worker ‘assaulted by shoplifter’

Newsagent worker ‘assaulted by shoplifter’

A suspect has been arrested after reportedly attacking a member of staff at a newsagent.

Bridge closed after being hit by lorry to stay shut for weeks

Bridge closed after being hit by lorry to stay shut for weeks

Work on bridge repairs followed by a level-crossing being revamped will keep a key route closed until December.

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Good Samaritan beaten in ‘cowardly attack’ after being lured by pleading woman

Good Samaritan beaten in ‘cowardly attack’ after being lured by pleading woman

A concerned passerby was chased, beaten and robbed after he tried to help a woman pretending to be in distress.

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Jobs at risk in fire service restructure

Jobs at risk in fire service restructure

A small number of HR roles are expected to be lost at the county’s fire and rescue service.

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Street cordoned off after car overturns

Street cordoned off after car overturns

A residential street was sealed off after a car was found on its roof.

Hill claims BTCC crown in thrilling finale - and plans 2025 title defence

Hill claims BTCC crown in thrilling finale - and plans 2025 title defence

Jake Hill claimed his first British Touring Car Championship title in a thrilling finale at Brands Hatch and now plans to defend the crown next year.

Council proposes to drop 60mph road to 40mph

Council proposes to drop 60mph road to 40mph

The public is being asked for their views on reducing the speed limit of a rural lane by up to 20mph.

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Deadline for town’s music festival approaches

Deadline for town’s music festival approaches

There are just a few days left before the entry deadline for a town’s music competition passes.

‘Meat-eating row’ over council catering threatens to derail support for farmers

‘Meat-eating row’ over council catering threatens to derail support for farmers

A council has backed a campaign to support local farmers through catering at council-organised events despite an attempt to leave out meat and dairy.

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Elokobi: Our best performance – by far

Elokobi: Our best performance – by far

George Elokobi says Maidstone’s victory at Worthing was their best performance of the season - by far.

Southern Counties East League weekend round-up

Southern Counties East League weekend round-up

Ollie Freeman was at the double to help Premier Division leaders VCD maintain their unbeaten league start with a win over Larkfield & New Hythe.

Report: Maidstone’s day this time

Report: Maidstone’s day this time

Maidstone enjoyed an impressive victory at the scene of last season’s National League South play-off semi-final defeat.

Matchday Live: Crewe v Gillingham, Ebbsfleet v Rochdale, Worthing v Maidstone, Ramsgate v Cray Valley

Matchday Live: Crewe v Gillingham, Ebbsfleet v Rochdale, Worthing v Maidstone, Ramsgate v Cray Valley

Follow all the afternoon’s football action on our live blog.

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