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'We're treated like a plague'

'We're treated like a plague'

A leading voice for the Gypsy Council says travellers are "excluded from society" as he calls for more permanent sites in Kent.

Halloween and half term happenings for kids

Halloween and half term happenings for kids

We're halfway through half term and heading towards Halloween: here's what's on offer for families across the county.

Yahoo! email service down

Yahoo! email service down

A fault has led to at least 1,400 Yahoo! email users being unable to access their accounts.

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PM's Brexit timetable rejected

PM's Brexit timetable rejected

We could be on the brink of an election or a Brexit extension after Boris Johnson suffered another defeat in the Commons.

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Jury out in baby murder trial

Jury out in baby murder trial

A verdict is due to be issued on whether a six-week old baby's death was deliberate or a tragic accident.

Jewish cemetery suffers hate crime attack

Jewish cemetery suffers hate crime attack

Gravestones have been smashed at a Jewish cemetery in what police describe as a hate crime.

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Christmas shopping: Late-night hours, parking and more

Christmas shopping: Late-night hours, parking and more

Don't leave all your shopping to the last minute - plan ahead with the help of our handy Christmas guide.

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Benidorm bug bite almost killed mum

Benidorm bug bite almost killed mum

WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGES. A mother has spoken after almost losing her leg and coming hours from death following a bite from a mystery bug on holiday.

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Eight cars damaged in crash

Eight cars damaged in crash

A speeding motorist who allegedly drove into eight cars has been charged with dangerous driving.

'Man seduced by pregnant woman in honeytrap knife robbery'

'Man seduced by pregnant woman in honeytrap knife robbery'

A pregnant woman lured a man back to her flat for sex where her waiting boyfriend threatened to cut off his private parts, a jury has been told.

Supermarket wars over plans to build new store

Supermarket wars over plans to build new store

A supermarket chain has lodged an objection against a rival opening a new store.

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Cat killer fears after pets found mutilated

Cat killer fears after pets found mutilated

An animal rescue group is warning a cat mutilator is on the loose.

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The true story behind the ghost of Blue Bell Hill

The true story behind the ghost of Blue Bell Hill

As Halloween draws closer, we take a look back at one of Kent's spookiest stories.

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'Getting the band back together'

'Getting the band back together'

Travel agents have returned to work weeks after thinking they had locked up for good.

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Lynx kittens beat Brexit

Lynx kittens beat Brexit

A wildlife park's newest inhabitants have arrived in Kent from Europe ahead of the Brexit deadline.

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Sepsis killed baby day after misdiagnosis

Sepsis killed baby day after misdiagnosis

The mum of an 11-month-old who died after her sepsis was misdiagnosed as tonsillitis is sharing her experience in hope of helping others.

Young George's kind gift for charity

Young George's kind gift for charity

Getting mistaken for a girl doesn't bother a football-mad youngster who is planning on giving his flowing locks away.

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Horse found with tail tied to post

Horse found with tail tied to post

A passerby spent 40 minutes trying to free the black horse.

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Kent charity saves elephant 'marked for death'

Kent charity saves elephant 'marked for death'

A 20-year-old elephant lost on a South Africa reserve has re-located to a new home after a Kent conservation charity stepped in and helped save it.

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Blue light-flashing driver 'impersonated police'

Blue light-flashing driver 'impersonated police'

A motorist used blue flashing lights to force another driver to pull over, it has been alleged.

Fundraiser launched for grieving mum

Fundraiser launched for grieving mum

A crowdfunder has been set up to help support a grief-stricken mum after her only child tragically drowned.

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Artwork unveiling to honour armed forces

Artwork unveiling to honour armed forces

An organisation has commissioned a huge window display at a shopping centre to mark Remembrance Day this year.

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New technology will help keep roads clear

New technology will help keep roads clear

New in-cab technology will help gritters in the county keep roads clear during the icy winter months.

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Wet weather halts pumpkin picking

Wet weather halts pumpkin picking

This is why you can't pick pumpkins at two farms today.

Crash on M2

Crash on M2

A crash between a lorry and a van caused long delays.

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Latest phase in £419m scheme opens

Latest phase in £419m scheme opens

A public plaza featuring a Travelodge, Co-op and Costa has been officially opened.

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Airport opening date revealed

Airport opening date revealed

The boss of a former airport site has revealed the potential opening date should plans for a cargo hub be agreed.

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Catapult-wielding seagull hunters smash windows

Catapult-wielding seagull hunters smash windows

A shop owner has spoken out after a ball bearing he believes was fired at a gull came close to hitting one of his staff.

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Dates for the next Folkestone Triennial revealed

Dates for the next Folkestone Triennial revealed

A fifth edition of the Folkestone Triennial outdoor contemporary art exhibition will see 20 new works come to the town.

Serious fire risks at 17 blocks of flats

Serious fire risks at 17 blocks of flats

A total of 17 blocks of flats owned by a scandal-hit housing association are at serious risk of fire.

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