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Grounds for celebration

Grounds for celebration

Co-owner Terry Casey says he wouldn’t change a thing as Maidstone celebrate a decade at the Gallagher Stadium.

One year on from devastating town centre club blaze

One year on from devastating town centre club blaze

This time last year a huge fire ripped through a popular club as its owners could only stand on and watch as three decades of hard work was destroyed.

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McDonald's reopens after six-figure makeover

McDonald's reopens after six-figure makeover

After three weeks of waiting customers will be able to return to a popular fast-food chain with a new look and ordering system.

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Hoax Facebook post claimed woman dressed up as nurse and stole baby

Hoax Facebook post claimed woman dressed up as nurse and stole baby

A hospital has clarified a social media post claiming a baby was stolen by a "woman who dressed up as a nurse" was a hoax.

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‘I want to make wishes come true’

‘I want to make wishes come true’

A 21-year-old has started her own charity after being inspired by working with residents in a local care home.

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'It's not normal but it doesn't mean I can't enjoy it and play some good golf'

'It's not normal but it doesn't mean I can't enjoy it and play some good golf'

Matt Ford wants to do himself justice when he takes part in The Open for the first time in his career this week.

Car fire closes busy road

Car fire closes busy road

A main road was blocked after a car caught fire on a busy junction.

Russo on target as England reach Euro quarter-finals

Russo on target as England reach Euro quarter-finals

Alessia Russo scored as England thrashed Norway to book their place in the quarter-finals of the Women’s Euros.

Major road closed after car and lorry crash

Major road closed after car and lorry crash

Traffic is building after a main road was closed and an air ambulance called to a two vehicle crash.

Viscountess and hospice patron dies

Viscountess and hospice patron dies

A well-loved charity supporter who entertained audiences with her "devilish sense of humour" has died.

Five arrests in cocaine swoop

Five arrests in cocaine swoop

Cocaine worth £8,000 and £10,000 in cash has been seized by town centre police.

'I tried surplus food app Too Good To Go to see if it matched the hype'

'I tried surplus food app Too Good To Go to see if it matched the hype'

With the cost of living crisis and fears about the environment worsening our reporter tried an app that says it's helping the planet and our pockets.

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Thousands due at County Show today

Thousands due at County Show today

Big crowds expected on the final day of this year's Kent County Show as the country continues to enjoy blue skies and sunshine.

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Alabi joins Stones

Alabi joins Stones

Maidstone have signed striker James Alabi following his departure from Bromley.

Fire crews in river rescue drama

Fire crews in river rescue drama

Three fire engines were sent to the scene as a man got into difficulty in a town centre river.

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Biker and car collide

Biker and car collide

Motorists are facing delays this evening after an accident.

League stalwart stands down

League stalwart stands down

Mike Apps speaks about his decision to stand down as chairman of the Maidstone Boys Primary League.

Cause of farm fire unknown

Cause of farm fire unknown

A large tyre fire at a farm is thought to have started within a pile of metal and disused white goods, the fire service has confirmed.

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Bill's special night

Bill's special night

Bill Williams says it’s a privilege and an honour to be awarded a testimonial by Maidstone United.

Jay surprised by home opener

Jay surprised by home opener

Jay Saunders was surprised to learn Tonbridge had been given a home game to start the National South season.

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