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Kent bosses sleep out for homeless

Kent bosses sleep out for homeless

A number of business leaders from companies across the county have slept under the stars to raise money for homelessness charities.

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Biker captured driving wrong way down M20

Biker captured driving wrong way down M20

A reckless motorcyclist has been caught on camera driving in the wrong direction down a motorway hard shoulder.

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Driver cut free from car

Driver cut free from car

Firefighters had to free a driver from a wreckage after a crash.

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Stepping back in time down in the trenches

Stepping back in time down in the trenches

A historical centre has recreated a wartime trench network and our reporter spent the day as a soldier finding out about life on the frontline.

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My Maidstone mum and dad

My Maidstone mum and dad

George Fowler has thanked his “Maidstone mum and dad” for their part in his form at the Gallagher.

School defends head amid 'n-word' controversy

School defends head amid 'n-word' controversy

A school has defended its head teacher after his use of the 'n-word' led to a complaint to police.

Medical emergency at entertainment complex

Medical emergency at entertainment complex

Three police cars and four ambulances were spotted outside a cinema, gym and bowling facility following a medical incident.

Demolition begins at listed town centre garage

Demolition begins at listed town centre garage

After two years of planning, demolition work as part of a multi-million pound revamp of a listed former town centre car garage is under way.

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Body found near town centre hotel

Body found near town centre hotel

Police and paramedics were called after reports a man's body had been discovered in an alleyway.

Crash on A249 causes delays

Crash on A249 causes delays

A two-vehicle collision on the A249 has caused long tailbacks.

Ellul: Stones my final club

Ellul: Stones my final club

Supporters’ player-of-the-year Joe Ellul says Maidstone will be his last club.

Sean joins Sam as a pro

Sean joins Sam as a pro

Maidstone boxer Sean Noakes has followed in brother Sam’s footsteps by turning professional.

People facing two-year wait for a guide dog

People facing two-year wait for a guide dog

A sight-loss charity has launched a recruitment drive for volunteers to help raise puppies amid a shortage.

Music shop shuts after 19 years

Music shop shuts after 19 years

The pandemic and business uncertainty has proved the swansong for a town's music store.

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Consultation dates added over garden village after leaflet fiasco

Consultation dates added over garden village after leaflet fiasco

A council has announced extra consultation events for a development it is behind, after a blunder meant many neighbours were not informed.

'Drink lots of tea (sometimes with whisky)'

'Drink lots of tea (sometimes with whisky)'

A Second World War veteran has celebrated turning 102 with four generations of her family.

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Casey: We know what it takes

Casey: We know what it takes

Terry Casey says Maidstone will be better prepared for the challenges of National League football this time.

Sinkhole closes road for 7 days

Sinkhole closes road for 7 days

A road, which has been blocked in both directions after a sinkhole appeared, is set to be closed for a week.

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Bike yobs sought after dog walker knocked out

Bike yobs sought after dog walker knocked out

A dog walker who flagged down motorbike riders pulling a wheelie along a closed road was attacked and punched during an unprovoked assault.

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How householders waiting for energy rebate can claim money

How householders waiting for energy rebate can claim money

Council tax payers who don't use direct debit are waiting for their £150 rebate but will not receive it automatically.

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