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Criminal probe into Kent Police officer accused of sexually assaulting colleague

Criminal probe into Kent Police officer accused of sexually assaulting colleague

Exclusive: A Kent Police officer accused of sexually assaulting a female colleague has been suspended and is now subject to a criminal investigation.

Patients from Essex signing up to new Kent dentist

Patients from Essex signing up to new Kent dentist

More than 3,000 patients have signed up to a new dentist surgery in just a few weeks of it opening.

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Residents furious over ‘unfinished’ road set to stay

Residents furious over ‘unfinished’ road set to stay

Outraged residents say their road looks “appalling” after it was resurfaced by the council using a new cost-cutting method.

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Stepping back in time on ‘magnificent’ steam train journey across Kent

Stepping back in time on ‘magnificent’ steam train journey across Kent

It’s not cheap at £195 per person, so is this steam train journey through the Garden of England – with champagne all round – worth the expense?

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‘When can we go home?’ Villagers still in limbo after gas explosion

‘When can we go home?’ Villagers still in limbo after gas explosion

Residents forced out of their homes due to a gas explosion have described the aftermath as a ‘nightmare’ amid pleas to return to their properties.

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‘You’ll feel like you’re on holiday as you eat this five-star £11 sandwich’

‘You’ll feel like you’re on holiday as you eat this five-star £11 sandwich’

In the latest of our fast-food reviews, we headed to the seaside for a sandwich with a difference – but was it worth £11?

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Kent to get extra MP in constituency shake-up

Kent to get extra MP in constituency shake-up

The county will get an additional parliamentary seat, under plans from the Boundary Commission which will split up several constituencies.

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‘Unfair’ vegan-only menus could see 75% of meals slashed

‘Unfair’ vegan-only menus could see 75% of meals slashed

Students and staff have questioned the fairness of imposing a campus-wide meat ban that could see 75% of meals wiped off some menus.

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Kent firm prosecuted for illegal electro-fishing

Kent firm prosecuted for illegal electro-fishing

A gang of 10 fishermen have been convicted of illegally using electrical currents to catch razor clams.

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Child hit by bus at train station

Child hit by bus at train station

A boy who was hit by a bus at rush hour sustained minor injuries, police said.

'Mildly amusing' spelling mistake spotted on village road signs

'Mildly amusing' spelling mistake spotted on village road signs

Villagers have branded new road signs “mildly amusing” after spotting a spelling mistake in a word residents struggle to pronounce.

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Government ‘preparing for collapse of Thames Water’

Government ‘preparing for collapse of Thames Water’

Ministers are reportedly preparing for the collapse of the country’s biggest water supplier, which serves parts of Kent.

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Fresh pictures released as new station prepares to open

Fresh pictures released as new station prepares to open

Fresh pictures have been released of a controversial new multi-million pound train station as it prepares to open.

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Biker who refused drink-drive test had 60 convictions

Biker who refused drink-drive test had 60 convictions

A motorcyclist who refused to be breathalysed after drinking alcohol already had 60 convictions for more than 180 offences, a court has been told.

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Cabin retreat plans approved for Leeds Castle

Cabin retreat plans approved for Leeds Castle

Plans have been approved to build four lakeside log cabins within the grounds of a popular county tourist attraction.

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‘If the cliff collapses again we’d be crushed’

‘If the cliff collapses again we’d be crushed’

Workers at a demolition firm crushed under a collapsed cliff face are working in fear after being told there is a high risk it could crumble again.

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‘I was covered in blood and chunks of flesh – but they just drove off’

‘I was covered in blood and chunks of flesh – but they just drove off’

A young woman has been left scarred for life after her face was slashed open during a hit-and-run collision.

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‘NHS gets a bad rap, but credit where credit’s due, my treatment was first class’

‘NHS gets a bad rap, but credit where credit’s due, my treatment was first class’

The NHS has had its fair share of bad press, but columnist Secret Thinker couldn’t fault the treatment he received for a recent foot injury.

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The hilly walk with stunning views which is steeped in history

The hilly walk with stunning views which is steeped in history

A giant fort looms large over a town – but how many residents know its secrets? With incredible views and history, it’s one of Kent’s hidden gems.

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Extent of online bullying suffered by Kent kids laid bare in new survey

Extent of online bullying suffered by Kent kids laid bare in new survey

Almost a third of children in the county have experienced cyberbullying, a new report has suggested.

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Man found dead after concerns raised for welfare

Man found dead after concerns raised for welfare

A man was found dead at a property by police after concerns were raised for his welfare.

Sadness at sudden death of council candidate

Sadness at sudden death of council candidate

The sudden death of a former political campaigner and council candidate has left party colleagues stunned.

Major road closed after car smashes into house

Major road closed after car smashes into house

A busy road is closed in both directions following a serious crash.

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Jesus has risen! Iconic statue of Christ finally returns to landmark

Jesus has risen! Iconic statue of Christ finally returns to landmark

An iconic feature has finally been returned to one of the county’s most photographed historical landmark sites.

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Bonfire spreads to roof of town centre takeaway shop

Bonfire spreads to roof of town centre takeaway shop

Firefighters have issued a warning after being called to a bonfire that spread to the building of a high street business.

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Historic pub set for new look

Historic pub set for new look

Plans have been submitted for a town centre boozer, which once served royalty, to change its name and well-known colours.

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‘It's like living on an airport runway’

‘It's like living on an airport runway’

Disgruntled residents say they are inhaling dirty fumes and are unable to sleep due to noisy generators needed to counteract constant power outages.

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Sneaky thief who swiped restaurant tips promises: ‘I’ll never steal again’

Sneaky thief who swiped restaurant tips promises: ‘I’ll never steal again’

A woman who stole cash from a gift shop and emptied a restaurant safe of takings and tips has claimed her thieving days are over.

Would Eurostar still be stopping in Kent if we hadn't sold our stake?

Would Eurostar still be stopping in Kent if we hadn't sold our stake?

As the campaign to restore Eurostar services in Kent continues, what happened to the £757 million the government was paid for selling its stake?

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Four-mile queues as M20 lane closed after paint spillage

Four-mile queues as M20 lane closed after paint spillage

A huge paint spillage has closed part of a busy motorway, leading to four miles of queues

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