After seven years, the start of the Olympics is finally here and the Medway Messenger has certainly got into the spirit of the Games.

Today’s edition includes a five-page Olympics special featuring our 2012 hopefuls, volunteers and performers in tonight’s opening ceremony.

We’ve also got a look ahead to tonight’s Medway Mile and a five-page picture special on the Olympic Torch relay through the Towns.

In sport, we look at the 13 Olympians carrying Kent’s hopes.

There is also the chance to win a new Kindle Touch and the Fifty Shades of Grey Trilogy.