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Almost 500 asylum seekers cross Channel in one day

Almost 500 asylum seekers cross Channel in one day

Home Office figures show 497 people crossed the Channel in 11 small boats in just one day, the highest number so far this year.

Wanted man with large machete in 100mph police chase

Wanted man with large machete in 100mph police chase

A wanted man caught driving along a major road at over 100mph failed a breath test after being stopped by police – who found a machete in the car.

Two girls arrested as armed police descend on town centre

Two girls arrested as armed police descend on town centre

Two teenage girls have been arrested and imitation firearms seized after armed police were called to a busy town centre.

‘I jumped out of my skin!’ Emergency alert test takes Kent residents by surprise

‘I jumped out of my skin!’ Emergency alert test takes Kent residents by surprise

The government’s emergency alert test took people in Kent by surprise this afternoon – as it went off a minute early on some people’s phones.

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Clifftop coastguard station turned into home up for sale - with £2.5m price-cut

Clifftop coastguard station turned into home up for sale - with £2.5m price-cut

A unique and historic clifftop property with "one of the most dramatic views in the country" has hit the market but there is a catch.

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Green light for 210 homes at former coalmine

Green light for 210 homes at former coalmine

Major plans to build 210 homes on land adjoining a former colliery can now begin after councillors voted through the designs.

Family’s shock at finding flock of sheep in back garden

Family’s shock at finding flock of sheep in back garden

A family got a shock when they opened their curtains to find a flock of sheep grazing in their back garden.

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Van and horsebox crash at busy junction

Van and horsebox crash at busy junction

A multi-vehicle accident involving a horsebox partially blocked a busy junction on a Kent motorway this morning.

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Explained: Why siren sounded on your phone today

Explained: Why siren sounded on your phone today

Mobile phones and tablets across the county made a loud siren-like noise at 3pm today, as part of a government test.

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At world's end: How Kent town could look after apocalypse

At world's end: How Kent town could look after apocalypse

The creator of post-apocalyptic photos showing how a Kent town could look at the end of the world received complaints after sharing them online.

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Drunk clubber’s shocking driving caught on CCTV

Drunk clubber’s shocking driving caught on CCTV

Footage shows how a man who was “barely able to walk” after leaving a nightclub drove on pavements and almost crashed into a shopfront.

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Former pub demolished to make way for care home

Former pub demolished to make way for care home

A regular at a former public house has reminisced about the popular boozer as it is demolished.

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How voters are turning to independent candidates in Kent

How voters are turning to independent candidates in Kent

Are voters falling out of love with the mainstream parties in favour of single issue independent candidates? Our political editor takes a look.

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‘I binned hospital’s toys during Covid – now we need them back’

‘I binned hospital’s toys during Covid – now we need them back’

A hospital play leader is trying to raise money to replace thousand of pounds worth of toys removed from a children’s ward because of covid.

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Giant obstacle course returns to reservoir

Giant obstacle course returns to reservoir

An aqua park is set to make its return to the largest open water space in the South East.

Teenage cyclist fights for life after crash

Teenage cyclist fights for life after crash

A collision with a car has left an 18-year-old cyclist fighting for his life in hospital.

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Vinyl fans queue overnight for Record Store Day 2023

Vinyl fans queue overnight for Record Store Day 2023

Every year shops selling vinyl take part in Record Store Day, to support small independent retailers, and fans have been queuing for some rare pieces.

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‘Loving’ grandad had cardiac arrest before fatal crash

‘Loving’ grandad had cardiac arrest before fatal crash

A “loving and kind” great-grandad “more than likely” became unconscious at the wheel after suffering a cardiac, an inquest has heard.

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Charity to honour murdered Molly to ‘wind down’

Charity to honour murdered Molly to ‘wind down’

A charity founded to honour the legacy of Molly McLaren, murdered by her former boyfriend six years ago, has announced it is “winding down”.

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‘If you want to know his legacy, look around you’

‘If you want to know his legacy, look around you’

Politicians have paid tribute to a man described as “a true example of public duty and service”.

Greggs set to open another Kent store

Greggs set to open another Kent store

Bakery giant Greggs has confirmed it is to open yet another branch – the first for one Kent town.

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Jail following sex assault in shop

Jail following sex assault in shop

A man who assaulted a woman in a shop, then stripped naked in a police cell and committed an ind

Firm brews up coronation beer

Firm brews up coronation beer

Pub-goers will be able to raise a toast to King Charles III with a special limited edition ale from one of the county’s beer producers.

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Lorry stuck in mud after mounting pavement

Lorry stuck in mud after mounting pavement

Recovery services had to rescue an HGV after it became stuck at a popular leisure park.

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Driver hits 160mph on motorway

Driver hits 160mph on motorway

A reckless driver hit speeds of 160mph on a Kent road in the early hours of this morning – prompting police to give chase.

Everything you need to know ahead of 10 weeks of traffic misery on Thanet Way

Everything you need to know ahead of 10 weeks of traffic misery on Thanet Way

A contraflow system and a series of overnight closures are planned for a busy dual-carriageway. Here is what to expect…

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Fit and healthy dad, 44, dies after complaining of headache

Fit and healthy dad, 44, dies after complaining of headache

Tributes have been paid to an ‘amazing’ and ‘funny’ grandad following his sudden death after a headache turned out to be a catastrophic brain injury.

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'He ruined my life and dreams - but will walk free in two years'

'He ruined my life and dreams - but will walk free in two years'

A woman who suffered life-changing injuries in a crash is now bravely speaking out about her ordeal and calling for tougher sentences.

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'How digging up a garden led to my life falling apart'

'How digging up a garden led to my life falling apart'

It had been 20 years since Andy had last served in the army but one small action triggered something that changed his life forever.

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'It's like KFC on steroids - it's brilliant'

'It's like KFC on steroids - it's brilliant'

As money troubles impact our Saturday night takeaways, reporter Max Chesson tests out a fried chicken spice mix that has 'fakeaway' lovers raving.

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