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Arrest after armed police incident

Arrest after armed police incident

A man has been arrested after a collision left a woman needing hospital treatment and the 999 call to police reported someone had a weapon.

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Panto is off this Christmas

Panto is off this Christmas

A pantomime at a Kent theatre has been postponed for a year due to the difficulties surrounding social distancing.

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Two sites proposed for traveller pitches

Two sites proposed for traveller pitches

Two sites have been put forward as temporary 'tolerated' pitches for unauthorised traveller encampments.

Late night 'revellers' force council to close castle grounds

Late night 'revellers' force council to close castle grounds

A castle's grounds will be closed to the public after a spike in anti-social gatherings and illegal parties during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Young paddle boarder taken to hospital

Young paddle boarder taken to hospital

A young girl, who got into difficulty while paddle boarding with her mum, was taken to hospital suffering with hypothermia.

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Air ambulance called to stabbing

Air ambulance called to stabbing

The air ambulance landed in a park after reports someone was stabbed.

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Kent MP backs new Spanish quarantine rules

Kent MP backs new Spanish quarantine rules

Imposing a lockdown on tourists returning from Spain is the right thing to do, says Kent MP.

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Number of 'most dangerous' guns in Kent revealed

Number of 'most dangerous' guns in Kent revealed

The number of people in Kent owning the "most dangerous" guns has been revealed.

A trip down memory lane to Sittingbourne's past

A trip down memory lane to Sittingbourne's past

Ever wondered what Sittingbourne looked like in years past? Here's your chance to find out.

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Major road shut for 25 days

Major road shut for 25 days

A route used by thousands each day is now closed for almost a month to allow for lengthy gas works.

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Theme park dubbed 'UK's Disneyland' takes big step forward

Theme park dubbed 'UK's Disneyland' takes big step forward

People are being asked for their views on plans for a huge theme park in one of the biggest steps forward for the oft-delayed project.

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Thousands of pupils sign up for online summer academy

Thousands of pupils sign up for online summer academy

Pupils across the county have signed up to a free online school for remote lessons throughout the summer holidays.

Man given first aid after pub fire

Man given first aid after pub fire

A man had to be treated after breathing in smoke when a deep fat fryer caught alight in a pub kitchen.

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Poison victim: 'My best friend could have killed me'

Poison victim: 'My best friend could have killed me'

A charity shop worker has spoken out after her pal laced her coffee with a cocktail of drugs.

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TV star thanks 'amazing police saviours'

TV star thanks 'amazing police saviours'

The host of Good Morning Britain has praised officers for rescuing her and her children after a 'terrifying' motorway ordeal.

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Single mum denied funding for paramedic dream

Single mum denied funding for paramedic dream

A single mother desperate to fulfil her dream of becoming a paramedic is crowdfunding to pay for her final year fees.

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The 100-year story of Kent's coalfield

The 100-year story of Kent's coalfield

The county's rich supply of coal meant it was once a Mecca for miners. We look at the history of an industry that has left its mark on Kent.

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Man robbed at knife-point

Man robbed at knife-point

Police are investigating a mugging in which the victim's mobile phone was stolen.

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Is your airline still flying to Spain?

Is your airline still flying to Spain?

With Brits being told not to travel to Spain unless it is essential, here is a breakdown of the airlines still operating flights to the country.

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Probe launched after helicopter crash near major road

Probe launched after helicopter crash near major road

Witnesses have spoken of seeing a low-flying chopper moments before it came down in a field.

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The Spanish island hotspots fighting for quarantine exemption

The Spanish island hotspots fighting for quarantine exemption

Holidaymakers arriving home from some Spanish islands could yet be exempt from quarantine as attempts are made to establish a 'safe air corridor'.

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Three areas of Kent record no Covid-19 deaths for first time

Three areas of Kent record no Covid-19 deaths for first time

New figures show coronavirus deaths across all settings have fallen to their lowest number since lockdown - with three areas recording none at all.

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Everything you need to know about Spain travel quarantine

Everything you need to know about Spain travel quarantine

A shock decision to quarantine travellers to the UK from Spain has left many confused over cancelled flights, holiday refunds and travel insurance.

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Fears of tragedy as canoers plucked from river

Fears of tragedy as canoers plucked from river

Boatmen worry it is only a matter of time before someone is hurt "or worse" as they continue to pull capsized canoers and kayakers from the water.

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Speed limit through roadworks raised to 60mph

Speed limit through roadworks raised to 60mph

A highway authority has given the green light to raise the speed at which motorists in Kent can drive through roadworks to 60mph.

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Tesco sorry as 'spitting' attack video disappears

Tesco sorry as 'spitting' attack video disappears

A man who was spat at while driving a supermarket delivery van was furious dashcam footage could not be provided to police by his employer.

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Kent tourists tell of Spain travel shock

Kent tourists tell of Spain travel shock

Kent tourists on holiday in Spain have told of their shock at the news they will have to quarantine for 14 days on their return.

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Long delays on M25 after crash

Long delays on M25 after crash

Drivers faced lengthy delays after a crash on the approach to the Dartford tunnels.

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Missing Oaty found safe and well

Missing Oaty found safe and well

A labradoodle feared stolen after going missing on a walk has been reunited with her owner.

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Family favourite Rare Breeds Centre announces reopening date

Family favourite Rare Breeds Centre announces reopening date

A popular family farm attraction has announced its plans to reopen following the coronavirus pandemic.

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