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Men deny bridge murder

Men deny bridge murder

Two men have denied murder after a body with stab wounds was found near a bridge.

Put humans 'at centre' of benefits, says Archbishop

Put humans 'at centre' of benefits, says Archbishop

The Archbishop of Canterbury has used a visit in the county to call for a benefits system that puts "human beings at the centre".

Head brands Chancellor's schools handout a 'gimmick'

Head brands Chancellor's schools handout a 'gimmick'

A head teacher forced to ask parents to pay £25 a year to cover a funding shortfall says the government’s £400m budget handout is a gimmick.

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Three men threaten to stab teen during robbery

Three men threaten to stab teen during robbery

A teenager was told he would be stabbed by a trio of robbers who targeted him as he sat in his car.

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Black Friday launch for new Nasons after takeover

Black Friday launch for new Nasons after takeover

An historic department store which closed last month has been rescued after it was taken over in a deal signed this week.

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Burglar dressed as policeman before raids

Burglar dressed as policeman before raids

A man who broke into several houses dressed as a police officer has gone on the run.

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Knives found in search not linked to missing mum

Knives found in search not linked to missing mum

Clothing and daggers found during their search for missing mum Sarah Wellgreen have not been linked to her, say police.

Two in hospital after car crash

Two in hospital after car crash

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man and woman sustained serious injuries in a car crash.

First headliner announced for Ramblin' Man Fair

First headliner announced for Ramblin' Man Fair

Organisers of rock festival the Ramblin' Man Fair have announced their first headliner for next summer's event.

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Woman 'hyperventilating' when quizzed on shooting

Woman 'hyperventilating' when quizzed on shooting

A woman accused of being part of a murder plot to shoot her dad's best friend was “distressed and sobbing” when asked where she'd been, a court heard.

M&S seeks 150 staff for Christmas

M&S seeks 150 staff for Christmas

Department store Marks & Spencer is looking for 'moment makers' to serve customers in run-up to the big day.

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Gran walks free despite admitting role in brawl

Gran walks free despite admitting role in brawl

A grandmother who committed drunken assaults during mass violence in a town centre has walked free as a man also involved in the brawl is jailed.

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Benny could be here to stay

Benny could be here to stay

Marine wildlife experts say Benny, the Beluga whale that has made the Thames its home, is feeding well and could be here for a long time.

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Road blocked after 'car crashes into tree'

Road blocked after 'car crashes into tree'

A main road has been partially blocked in both directions after a car is believed to have crashed into a tree.

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Overturned lorry causes delays on M2

Overturned lorry causes delays on M2

Part of the motorway has been reopened after it was shut when a lorry was left resting on the central reservation.

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Are we ready to leave the EU?

Are we ready to leave the EU?

With less than six months to go before the UK leaves the EU we look at where Kent stands as the deadline approaches.

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Family hoping to give Robby a fitting send off

Family hoping to give Robby a fitting send off

Bikers are being urged to turn out at the funeral of a young man who had health problems his entire life.

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Grieving families told to limit tributes

Grieving families told to limit tributes

A council has told grieving relatives they are only allowed to lay flowers at their loved ones' memorial benches once a year.

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Sheppey port could ease 'no-deal' Brexit chaos

Sheppey port could ease 'no-deal' Brexit chaos

An MP today used a debate in Westminster to press for a port to be incorporated into the government's contingency plans.

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Snowflake the squirrel goes nuts

Snowflake the squirrel goes nuts

An albino squirrel appears to have set up home in a pensioner's garden.

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Six accused of trafficking Chinese girls for sex

Six accused of trafficking Chinese girls for sex

Four women and two men accused of involvement in sex trafficking following raids at suspected brothels have appeared in court.

Craig Mackinlay's 50p dream realised

Craig Mackinlay's 50p dream realised

A Kent MP is celebrating after his idea for a special Brexit coin received government backing.

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Cars doing 80mph through villages

Cars doing 80mph through villages

Residents are demanding action after data shows thousands are speeding in their area.

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Cremations that won't burn a hole in your pocket

Cremations that won't burn a hole in your pocket

The cheapest place to be cremated in Kent has been revealed in a new study.

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'Austerity ending' as Kent gets spending boost

'Austerity ending' as Kent gets spending boost

A string of spending plans have been announced in today's Budget as the Chancellor signalled austerity was nearing an end.

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Family has a lucky escape after gas blast

Family has a lucky escape after gas blast

A blow-torch gas cannister is being blamed for an explosion that brought down the wall of a family's home.

Mercedes driver clocked doing ton

Mercedes driver clocked doing ton

A Mercedes driver has been banned after being clocked doing more than 100mph on a motorway.

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Historic building sold within four minutes

Historic building sold within four minutes

In a fast and furious bidding war an historic Grade II listed building was sold for £590,000.

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Poppy Appeal collections swiped from Burger King

Poppy Appeal collections swiped from Burger King

Six charity boxes - including for the Poppy Appeal - have been stolen from a Burger King restaurant.

Good Samaritan sought after assault

Good Samaritan sought after assault

Police hope to speak to a man who intervened in an assault.

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