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Woman convicted after dad killed in plot to steal Rolexes

Woman convicted after dad killed in plot to steal Rolexes

A woman has been found guilty for her part in a plot to drug and rob a young dad of expensive items in his own flat.

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Man found dead in woodland

Man found dead in woodland

A man's body has been found in woodland after police descended on the area.

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One in six cops looking to quit force

One in six cops looking to quit force

Low pay, over-work and verbal and physical abuse are talking their toll on Kent's police officers, a new report shows.

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Major employer axing almost 100 jobs

Major employer axing almost 100 jobs

A pharmaceutical company has said it has 'no choice' after announcing staff cuts.

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Plans to turn cottage into champagne cafe given green light

Plans to turn cottage into champagne cafe given green light

A restaurateur's bid to turn a historic cottage in a popular park into a champagne cafe have been unanimously approved despite noise and litter fears.

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Three taken to hospital as police close busy road after crash

Three taken to hospital as police close busy road after crash

Three people have been taken to hospital following a crash which caused heavy traffic this afternoon.

Crossing now fully reopen after repair works

Crossing now fully reopen after repair works

The Dartford Crossing bridge is now fully reopen after 'essential' repairs works were carried out.

High street store endures fifth break-in in three years

High street store endures fifth break-in in three years

A crime-hit high street shop has been broken into for the fifth time in three years, sparking another police probe.

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Man ordered to repay £73k scammed from investors

Man ordered to repay £73k scammed from investors

A man who defrauded victims through a complex scheme promising guaranteed investments has been ordered to pay back the proceeds of crime.

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Woman with knife tries to mug man at bus stop

Woman with knife tries to mug man at bus stop

A woman with a black scarf across her face who was thought to be carrying a knife tried to mug a man at a bus stop.

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Baby Jesus stolen from crib outside church

Baby Jesus stolen from crib outside church

A reverend is considering tying Jesus to his crib next year after the baby was stolen from a nativity scene outside a church.

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Mum found dead at Bluewater was 'still struggling' with daughter's death

Mum found dead at Bluewater was 'still struggling' with daughter's death

The twin brother of a mum found dead in a lake at a shopping centre has paid tribute to his 'easygoing' sister who he says was struggling with grief.

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David Beckham in crowd as Romeo's debut causes stir against Kent side

David Beckham in crowd as Romeo's debut causes stir against Kent side

David Beckham ended up being the star attraction as son Romeo made a first appearance for his new club on a rainy night in Kent.

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M20 reopens after night-time roadworks overrun

M20 reopens after night-time roadworks overrun

There were long delays on the motorway earlier this morning, but the situation is fast improving.

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37 weddings cancelled as hotel announces shock early closure

37 weddings cancelled as hotel announces shock early closure

Heartbroken couples have been left searching for new venues after a hotel announced its sudden closure due to financial issues.

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Backlash over fears pub could lose its music venue

Backlash over fears pub could lose its music venue

Plans to refurbish a historic pub have sparked a huge backlash from hundreds of residents over fears it could lose its music venue.

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Drink-driving builder banned after refusing breath tests

Drink-driving builder banned after refusing breath tests

A builder who was spotted by police driving his tipper van after downing pints at a social club has been banned from driving.

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'I've had enough of waiting on phone - it's time to end home working'

'I've had enough of waiting on phone - it's time to end home working'

Our readers give their takes on the NHS, home working and Brexit.

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Roadworks lasting 20 weeks to bring 'absolute chaos' to estate

Roadworks lasting 20 weeks to bring 'absolute chaos' to estate

As a four-month slip-road closure is lifted, traffic hell is to be prolonged for those living on a nearby estate, with yet more works.

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The 9 Kent schools set for state-of-the-art rebuilds

The 9 Kent schools set for state-of-the-art rebuilds

Tens of millions of pounds is being pledged by the government to rebuild ageing schools across the county.

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'A cold doorway or grotty hostel room is not a home'

'A cold doorway or grotty hostel room is not a home'

Thousands of people across Kent are currently homeless, new figures reveal.

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Delays warning as town centre roadworks begin

Delays warning as town centre roadworks begin

Motorists have been told to expect delays through the centre of a Kent town as a 10-day roadwork scheme begins.

Shock as 'devoted and selfless' couple die in waterfall tragedy

Shock as 'devoted and selfless' couple die in waterfall tragedy

A couple described as "devoted and selfless" by loved ones have been found dead after going missing on holiday.

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Café owner's heartbreak as business forced to close

Café owner's heartbreak as business forced to close

A popular artisan cafe has been forced to close leaving its owner heartbroken.

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'Progress is completely out of our hands'

'Progress is completely out of our hands'

Councillors have been forced to push back their local plan due to ongoing delays to transport projects including the Lower Thames Crossing.

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Bike thieves caught on camera

Bike thieves caught on camera

Footage has been released showing the moment two men stole a bike late at night.

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Safety fears at 'dangerous' National Trust site

Safety fears at 'dangerous' National Trust site

Neighbours are calling for an 'eyesore' listed barn held up by scaffolding to be fenced off.

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'What the hell is that?'

'What the hell is that?'

Residents has been left baffled by a bizarre vehicle spotted on Kent's roads.

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Café Rouge to give away free tea and coffee

Café Rouge to give away free tea and coffee

A French-inspired restaurant chain is inviting customers to enjoy a free treat on the house this month to help with the cost of living.

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Amazon warehouses avoid the axe

Amazon warehouses avoid the axe

Amazon's Kent warehouses are safe from closure after the company announced it would axe 18,000 jobs and shut three UK warehouses.

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