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Hit-and-run car found abandoned

Hit-and-run car found abandoned

A Ford Fiesta which hit three women on a pedestrian crossing and was driven away from the scene, was ditched at a nearby road.

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LIVE: Coronavirus updates as UK moves to 'delay' spread

LIVE: Coronavirus updates as UK moves to 'delay' spread

We bring you the latest news as schools, businesses and event organisers prepare for the effects of coronavirus on the county.

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School chiefs step up virus plans

School chiefs step up virus plans

Kent education chiefs say they are "ramping up" contingency plans as the coronavirus pandemic threatens schools and exams.

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School closures and home working loom amid coronavirus crisis

School closures and home working loom amid coronavirus crisis

The Government is to step up its response to the coronavirus crisis, paving the way for home working, school closures and the cancellation of events.

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Family's heartache as 'beautiful' Lucy dies on tracks

Family's heartache as 'beautiful' Lucy dies on tracks

A 16-year-old killed by a train on Friday night has been described as a "kind-hearted and beautiful" animal-lover who aspired to be a zoo keeper.

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Take an exclusive look around Kent's abandoned racecourse

Take an exclusive look around Kent's abandoned racecourse

With Kent's only racecourse set for development, KentOnline got an exclusive tour around the abandoned site — here's what we found.

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This is why Kent dementia unit must stay

This is why Kent dementia unit must stay

The harrowing tale of the last person out of a much-needed dementia unit shows exactly why Kent desperately needs the doomed facility.

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Rob's Trip to popular Turkish

Rob's Trip to popular Turkish

TV funny man Rob Brydon swapped Greece for a popular Turkish on the Kent coast.

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'Coronavirus has cost us £250k'

'Coronavirus has cost us £250k'

A Kent medical company says the coronavirus pandemic has cost them £250,000 due to relying on China for products.

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What the budget means for Kent

What the budget means for Kent

Here's how the coronavirus crisis budget will affect Kent.

Two charged after pensioner kidnapped in armed burglary

Two charged after pensioner kidnapped in armed burglary

A man in his 80s was kidnapped by armed burglars and forced to withdraw money from a post office.

8,000 sewage breaches admitted

8,000 sewage breaches admitted

Southern Water has admitted more than 50 pollution charges in Kent and other counties.

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This is what Kent transport companies are doing to prevent coronavirus

This is what Kent transport companies are doing to prevent coronavirus

With coronavirus on the rise, here's what public transport companies are doing to prevent the spread.

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Mystery surrounds landlord's shooting

Mystery surrounds landlord's shooting

The circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting of a pub landlord remain unsolved, an inquest has heard.

Kent DIY SOS dads outraged by coronavirus profiteering

Kent DIY SOS dads outraged by coronavirus profiteering

The parents of four children facing physical and mental challenges have taken to Twitter to highlight firms profiteering from the coronavirus scare.

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Outlet ends coronavirus rumours

Outlet ends coronavirus rumours

A shopping centre has denied claims a coronavirus patient visited one of their units.

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Coronavirus threatens Kent elections

Coronavirus threatens Kent elections

There are doubts over three Kent elections due to the coronavirus outbreak.

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Second coronavirus case confirmed in Bromley

Second coronavirus case confirmed in Bromley

Another person has tested positive for the virus.

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Two in court following fatal shooting of pub landlord

Two in court following fatal shooting of pub landlord

Two men have appeared in court for firearm offences following the shooting of a pub landlord in 2017.

Witnesses tell of shock at High Street stabbing

Witnesses tell of shock at High Street stabbing

A woman has been taken to hospital and a man has been arrested after an attack near a high street business.

Flood warning for coast

Flood warning for coast

High Spring tides and strong winds have prompted a flood warning for this lunchtime along a stretch of coast.

Grandmother trapped on coronavirus cruise ship flown home

Grandmother trapped on coronavirus cruise ship flown home

A grandmother-of-three is finally flying home after being trapped aboard a coronavirus-hit cruise.

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Coronavirus dominates budget

Coronavirus dominates budget

The NHS is getting 'whatever it needs' from the government, the Chancellor has announced in the budget.

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Two injured in M20 crash

Two injured in M20 crash

Two people are in hospital after a a crash on the M20 involving two lorries, a car and a van.

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Exciting new images of luxury flats

Exciting new images of luxury flats

See what the new luxury apartment block on a former theatre will look like if plans are approved.

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'Men don't want to admit they're in crisis'

'Men don't want to admit they're in crisis'

A men's support group founder who lost three friend to suicide in 18 months says more money needs to be put into mental health services.

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Tragedy hits head's family for second time

Tragedy hits head's family for second time

Tributes have been placed at school gates for a headteacher who also helped set up a children's charity inspired by his daughter.

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M20 open following four vehicle crash

M20 open following four vehicle crash

The M20 has now re-opened after a serious accident which saw four vehicles collide and left drivers facing long delays.

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Caravan mogul was 'having sex' during police chase

Caravan mogul was 'having sex' during police chase

A caravan park tycoon who led police on a chase in his Rolls Royce told officers he asked his chauffeur not to stop as he was having sex in the back.

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Appeal after athlete injured in collision

Appeal after athlete injured in collision

Police are hoping to speak to witnesses who saw a collision in which a woman sustained serious injuries.

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