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Flowers left for man killed by lorry

Flowers left for man killed by lorry

A floral tribute has been left for a man who was killed after stepping out of his car and being hit by a lorry.

Kent braced for wind and low temperatures

Kent braced for wind and low temperatures

Just days after basking in 20 degree heat low temperatures and high winds are set to hit Kent.

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'Their concern is for the economy not the children'

'Their concern is for the economy not the children'

An education boss has said the government's announcement has left her "head spinning" as questions around reopening schools are left unanswered.

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Lockdown changes: Your questions answered

Lockdown changes: Your questions answered

Should you go back to work, when will schools return and can you sunbathe? Here's what we know has changed following the PM's lockdown statement.

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Councils missing £3m a month in lost parking fees

Councils missing £3m a month in lost parking fees

Authorities are struggling to pick up revenue from key areas such as parking due to lockdown, leading to huge financial dents in their finances.

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'It can only be a malicious attack'

'It can only be a malicious attack'

A tattoo artist has been accused of operating his business during lockdown, despite his premises being in the middle of a renovation.

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School's 'striking' plan for indoor swimming pool

School's 'striking' plan for indoor swimming pool

Proposals to enclose a swimming pool and extend a sports hall as part of a major development at a £12,200-a-term school have been submitted.

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The stories behind Kent's public art

The stories behind Kent's public art

We take a look at some of Kent's most prominent public art, exploring its origins and meaning.

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PM: 'Go to work if you can't do it from home'

PM: 'Go to work if you can't do it from home'

The Prime Minister has laid out the government's plan to 'hopefully' get life back to normal.

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Driver arrested after police chase

Driver arrested after police chase

A man is in custody after a pursuit involving officers from two forces and a police helicopter.

'Major' coffee shop plans brewing up

'Major' coffee shop plans brewing up

Proposals for a new coffee shop at a frequently-used service station on the A2 have been unveiled.

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17 more migrants intercepted in Channel

17 more migrants intercepted in Channel

Another group of migrants have been brought ashore after being intercepted by Border Force crews.

Car engulfed in flames on M20

Car engulfed in flames on M20

A stretch of the M20 was closed after a car went up in flames.

Garden centres prepare to reopen

Garden centres prepare to reopen

Horticultural firms are hoping to bounce back if the PM gives the green light for them to open their doors to gardeners this week.

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'Why are people such evil scum?'

'Why are people such evil scum?'

An intensive care nurse has been left devastated after a thief broke through three locks to steal her much-loved bicycle at a Kent hospital.

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Fantastical time with Tatty Devine

Fantastical time with Tatty Devine

A former Rochester Grammar School pupil will appear on a new Channel 4 crafting show which debuts this evening.

850 people ordered off beaches in one day

850 people ordered off beaches in one day

Hundreds of people ignoring "stay at home" guidance were ordered off Kent beaches yesterday during the sunny weather.

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Flood warnings issued ahead of high tide

Flood warnings issued ahead of high tide

Coastal communities are being warned to be vigilant this afternoon as high sea levels threaten long stretches of the county's shoreline.

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'Significant' amount of cash found in car

'Significant' amount of cash found in car

Police uncovered a suspicious load of money in a car following a stop-and-search - resulting in the driver being put into custody.

Garage fire threatens other buildings

Garage fire threatens other buildings

A person has been treated for smoke inhalation after a fire.

Gridlock fears as traffic lights installed at M20 junction

Gridlock fears as traffic lights installed at M20 junction

Drivers have hit out at highways bosses after traffic lights were switched on at a multi-million pound M20 junction.

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The photos showing what Kent used to make

The photos showing what Kent used to make

From sweets to motorcycles, we take a look back at just some of Kent's factories which produced a wide range of products through the decades.

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More than 300 migrants attempt to cross Channel so far this weekend

More than 300 migrants attempt to cross Channel so far this weekend

The number of people trying to cross the Channel in small boats over the past two days has been revealed, with yesterday being a record.

Floodgates closed as weekend weather set to turn

Floodgates closed as weekend weather set to turn

Coastal defences in Kent have been prepared as strong winds and a high tide are forecast tomorrow.

Coastguard call-outs hit lockdown record on VE Day

Coastguard call-outs hit lockdown record on VE Day

Incidents involving coastguard crews reached a peak for the lockdown period on VE Day, as dozens of people ignored the 'stay at home' warning.

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Millionaire's plan for Kent hydrogen bus fleet

Millionaire's plan for Kent hydrogen bus fleet

A successful businessman has unveiled his vision for a greener future and a fleet of hydrogen-powered buses.

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'McDonald's didn't have to close', minister says

'McDonald's didn't have to close', minister says

A government minister says fast food drive-thrus did not have to shut during lockdown and believes they can safely reopen.

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Missing man found safe

Missing man found safe

Police searching for a man who went missing last week say he has been safely located.

'Around 80 migrants' intercepted

'Around 80 migrants' intercepted

The Home Office has confirmed several migrant crossings have been dealt with in the space of a few hours.

Man killed after being hit by lorry

Man killed after being hit by lorry

A man in his 30s has been killed after being hit by a HGV near a bus stop.

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