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‘Dawn of a new era’ declared as council group selects new leader and deputy

‘Dawn of a new era’ declared as council group selects new leader and deputy

An opposition group have elected a new leader who they hope will take them back in to power.

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Wagamama opens brand-new restaurant

Wagamama opens brand-new restaurant

Its arrival has created 60 new jobs and saw hundreds of customers paying a visit for a chicken katsu curry.

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Man suffers ‘life-threatening’ injuries after crash

Man suffers ‘life-threatening’ injuries after crash

A man in his 60s has been flown to hospital following a collision involving a car and a motorbike.

Tributes paid after death of public health chief and former Olympian

Tributes paid after death of public health chief and former Olympian

A health chief who helped manage the response to the Covid pandemic across Medway and Kent has died.

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Four people injured following crash on main road

Four people injured following crash on main road

A collision on a busy road this morning left four people needing medical treatment and long delays for motorists.

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“What we have achieved together is just unreal” – Kedwell’s heartfelt message after Chats exit

“What we have achieved together is just unreal” – Kedwell’s heartfelt message after Chats exit

Chatham Town have announced the departure of assistant boss Danny Kedwell.

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Heavy delays after two-vehicle crash

Heavy delays after two-vehicle crash

Motorists are facing heavy delays after a two-vehicle crash.

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Fox put down after catapult attack

Fox put down after catapult attack

An unwell fox has been put down after being targeted by youths with catapults.

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Gillingham’s former keeper now a manager

Gillingham’s former keeper now a manager

A new challenge awaits the former Gillingham goalkeeper after stepping up to manage in the National South.

Motorcyclist rushed to hospital after crash

Motorcyclist rushed to hospital after crash

Police have launched an appeal for witnesses after a biker collided with a central reservation.

Cannabis plants seized in raid

Cannabis plants seized in raid

An investigation is underway after a number of cannabis plants were seized from a high street shop.

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How EFL’s record TV deal impacts Gillingham

How EFL’s record TV deal impacts Gillingham

Gillingham’s managing director Joe Comper weighs up financial benefits of new TV deal with supporter experience.

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Paedophile who ‘identifies as young girl’ jailed after phone found in ‘Hello Kitty’ bedroom

Paedophile who ‘identifies as young girl’ jailed after phone found in ‘Hello Kitty’ bedroom

A convicted paedophile who claims to identify as a little girl has been jailed for having a secret phone in breach of a sexual harm prevention order.

‘People can’t wait six months for mental health support’

‘People can’t wait six months for mental health support’

As the NHS struggles to cope with the country’s mental health crisis, we spoke to those who are finding alternative places to get support.

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Gift of iconic wartime fighter plane could unlock cash windfall

Gift of iconic wartime fighter plane could unlock cash windfall

Aircraft conservationists have been gifted an iconic fighter plane recovered from the Arctic Circle to boost funds.

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Firefighters tackle blaze at family home

Firefighters tackle blaze at family home

One person suffered from smoke inhalation after a fire at a family home early this morning.

Academy receives glowing review as teachers celebrated for ‘nurture’ of pupils

Academy receives glowing review as teachers celebrated for ‘nurture’ of pupils

A primary school has received another well-received Ofsted report for the second successive time following its latest inspection.

Early-morning shed fire prompts emergency response

Early-morning shed fire prompts emergency response

A shed fire in the early hours of this morning prompted an emergency response from firefighters.

Everything you need to know about new ‘red route’ parking rules

Everything you need to know about new ‘red route’ parking rules

Controversial ‘red routes’ come into force in one part of Kent today. Here’s everything you need to know about the new traffic measures.

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King announces continued patronage of historic Kent trust

King announces continued patronage of historic Kent trust

The King will be continuing his patronage as the Medway heritage site’s trust celebrates its 40th year.

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