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Message in a bottle shared after 40 years

Message in a bottle shared after 40 years

An incredible story has emerged after two schoolgirls launched a message in a bottle into the sea, 40 years ago.

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The fascinating story of the Kingsferry Bridge

The fascinating story of the Kingsferry Bridge

One of Kent's most recognisable bridges is more than 60 years old. We look back at how it was made and go inside to see how it works.

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Virus stops youngster getting medical cannabis

Virus stops youngster getting medical cannabis

Coronavirus has intensified the battle to get medical cannabis for a severely epileptic girl whose daily seizures have reduced from 500 to under 10

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Police helicopter search for trespasser on tracks

Police helicopter search for trespasser on tracks

A trespasser on the tracks near a railway station has caused trains to be cancelled.

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'Kindhearted and caring' nurse with suspected coronavirus dies

'Kindhearted and caring' nurse with suspected coronavirus dies

A "inspirational" nurse with a "big heart" has died after showing symptoms of Covid-19.

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Police car crashes into wall outside house

Police car crashes into wall outside house

Bricks have been left scattered across a pavement after a police car smashed into a wall and railings outside a house.

Miracle recovery of NHS worker paralysed by coronavirus

Miracle recovery of NHS worker paralysed by coronavirus

An NHS frontline worker has completed a miraculous recovery from coronavirus - after mouthing a marriage proposal to his girlfriend over FaceTime.

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School teachers send out SOS to their pupils

School teachers send out SOS to their pupils

Teachers at a Kent primary school missed their pupils so they have recorded a special coronavirus lockdown version of the Abba hit SOS for them.

Man punched and stamped on as he tried to stop thieves

Man punched and stamped on as he tried to stop thieves

A man was left with injuries to his face, ribs and back after trying to stop four men in a 4x4 from towing his car away.

Dad battles lockdown gloom by dressing up as Stormtrooper

Dad battles lockdown gloom by dressing up as Stormtrooper

A dad hopes he can force a smile during the coronavirus lockdown by marching through the streets dressed as an iconic Star Wars character.

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Travellers pitch up near superstores

Travellers pitch up near superstores

Five caravans have parked up near two major stores.

Police called to Post Office raid

Police called to Post Office raid

A burglar smashed through a door and stole cigarettes during a raid of a town centre Post Office.

Mum distraught as son stuck on ship for five weeks

Mum distraught as son stuck on ship for five weeks

The family of a performer stranded on a cruise liner for five weeks fears it could be months before he can return home.

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Occupational therapist dies with coronavirus

Occupational therapist dies with coronavirus

Tributes have been pouring in for an occupational therapist described as a "truly caring dedicated gentle man" who has died with Covid-19.

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Friends pay tribute to 33-year-old after sudden death

Friends pay tribute to 33-year-old after sudden death

A talented musician described as a loving dad to two young children has died at the age of 33.

Covid-19 having 'disturbing effect' on doctors

Covid-19 having 'disturbing effect' on doctors

The British Medical Association says doctors are suffering as a result of dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and the lack of PPE.

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Could schools reopen before May half-term?

Could schools reopen before May half-term?

Government ministers are looking at phasing school re-openings which would see some students return before the May half-term.

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Keeping fit and active during lockdown

Keeping fit and active during lockdown

Businesses, groups and schools have gone digital to help each other stay active in isolation.

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Kents across the world

Kents across the world

How is Kent connected to ghost towns, Buddhism and even the Moon?

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Pub closures leave landlord with £115k debt

Pub closures leave landlord with £115k debt

A publican with five establishments has told many suppliers 'you’re not getting any money until I get some in' after racking up a huge debt bill.

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Air ambulance seen landing at school

Air ambulance seen landing at school

An air ambulance has been photographed landing at a school

Young orangutan dies after illness battle

Young orangutan dies after illness battle

An orangutan that recently moved to an enclosure in Kent has "died well before his time" from a digestive infection.

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Family's heartbreak over coronavirus death of loving dad

Family's heartbreak over coronavirus death of loving dad

A devoted dad-of-two described as an “inspiration” by loved ones has died after contracting coronavirus.

Fundraiser to help heartbroken dad of twins

Fundraiser to help heartbroken dad of twins

A fundraiser has been set up to help a dad at risk of losing his home due to a bitter divorce bid by his estranged wife who killed their children.

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Armed police descend on home after weapon fears

Armed police descend on home after weapon fears

Police and paramedics were called to a home following reports of a weapon at the scene.

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Tributes to teenager after funeral crash

Tributes to teenager after funeral crash

A young dad hit by a motorbike while attending a funeral has lost his fight for life, according to social media tributes.

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Lanes closed after fire on motorway

Lanes closed after fire on motorway

Two London-bound lanes of the M20 were sealed off after a trailer caught fire.

Man suffers head injuries in quad bike crash

Man suffers head injuries in quad bike crash

A man has suffered head injuries after the quad bike he was riding was involved in a collision.

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'Don't let lockdown be an excuse to drink'

'Don't let lockdown be an excuse to drink'

An ex-alcoholic who almost died at the age of 22 is warning other addicts not to use isolation as an excuse to fall off the wagon.

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Farmers' markets go digital

Farmers' markets go digital

Stall holders who rely on farmers' markets to sell their produce are using new ways to get their produce to customers.

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