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Charles proclaimed King in televised ceremony

Charles proclaimed King in televised ceremony

King Charles has now been formally proclaimed King at a historic Accession Council, as the ceremony is televised for the first time in history.

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Rusty-spotted cat dies at sanctuary

Rusty-spotted cat dies at sanctuary

A rusty-spotted cat which had lived at The Big Cat Sanctuary for almost 12 years and was a huge favourite visitors, has sadly died.

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Charles to be proclaimed King this morning

Charles to be proclaimed King this morning

Charles will be formally proclaimed King at a historic Accession Council this morning, as the ceremony is televised for the first time in history.

E-scooters to vanish from Kent's streets

E-scooters to vanish from Kent's streets

A controversial trial of e-scooters in the county is set to end as the county council pulls the plug on the divisive pilot scheme.

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Four-month M2 slip road closures 'last straw' for nearby towns

Four-month M2 slip road closures 'last straw' for nearby towns

Members of an eco club have said the the coast-bound entry slip diversion is going to cause 'gridlock'.

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The biggest house sales in every Kent town this year

The biggest house sales in every Kent town this year

With demand driven by Londoners, seven-figure sums are changing hands across Kent as a fortunate few splash out on lavish properties.

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Work starts on new eye-catching play park

Work starts on new eye-catching play park

Work to install new play equipment and an outdoor gym at a park has begun as part of a £1.1m upgrade programme.

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Flood alert issued amid rising river levels

Flood alert issued amid rising river levels

Flood warnings are in place along a 15-mile stretch of low-lying due to rising river levels.

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Multi-million pound bid to 'ease Dover traffic woes'

Multi-million pound bid to 'ease Dover traffic woes'

A multi-million pound bid has been made to pay for road improvements around the Port of Dover in an effort to ease congestion.

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Sainsbury's evacuated as store floods

Sainsbury's evacuated as store floods

A Sainsbury's supermarket was forced to close this afternoon due to flooding inside the store.

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New boathouse to 'preserve' rare craft for next generations

New boathouse to 'preserve' rare craft for next generations

Handmade timber boat-building will be 'preserved for generations to come' if plans for a new workshop are given the green light.

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King Charles: 'I will serve with loyalty, respect and love'

King Charles: 'I will serve with loyalty, respect and love'

King Charles III has this evening told the nation he will endeavour to serve "with loyalty, respect and love" following his accession to the throne.

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Car crashes into motorway central reservation

Car crashes into motorway central reservation

Traffic is building on the M2 after a crash partially closed the motorway.

Travellers arrive near cinema complex

Travellers arrive near cinema complex

Travellers have pitched up in the car park of a leisure complex which is home to restaurants and a cinema.

Mum 'who hid weapon' cleared of helping murder suspect

Mum 'who hid weapon' cleared of helping murder suspect

A 26-year-old mum charged with helping a murder suspect by hiding a knife has been cleared - after it was revealed she did it to protect her children.

High demand for MOTs may lead to 'chaotic scramble' for garage slots

High demand for MOTs may lead to 'chaotic scramble' for garage slots

Demand for mechanics is expected to surge this autumn, so drivers needing MOTs or vehicle repairs are being warned not to delay booking appointments.

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Police shut road after serious crash

Police shut road after serious crash

Emergency services have descended on the scene of a serious crash near a city centre landmark.

Events cancelled across Kent as county mourns Queen's death

Events cancelled across Kent as county mourns Queen's death

Organisers have cancelled a number of events in Kent as a mark of respect to the Queen following her death.

Mourning period for Royals is announced

Mourning period for Royals is announced

The Royal Family has entered a period of Royal Mourning, the length of which is decided by the King, as people are told where to leave their tributes.

Fury over cafe’s 'shocking' cocktail name

Fury over cafe’s 'shocking' cocktail name

A late-night cafe has come under fire for 'inappropriately' naming a new cocktail on its Freshers menu.

Residents lay floral tributes to Queen in Kent

Residents lay floral tributes to Queen in Kent

People in Kent have been laying flowers and signing books of condolence throughout the day to pay their respects to the Queen.

'Do not swim' advice issued at Kent beaches after rain

'Do not swim' advice issued at Kent beaches after rain

Sewage leaks caused by storms have led to 'do not swim' warnings across the Kent coast.

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Drivers stuck in seven-mile motorway queues

Drivers stuck in seven-mile motorway queues

Motorists are facing delays of up to an hour and miles of traffic.

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Will there be a bank holiday and will schools close?

Will there be a bank holiday and will schools close?

The world is mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II and events are due to be held to mark her incredible life.

Jobs lost as historic timber yard closes

Jobs lost as historic timber yard closes

A family-run timber business started by two brothers chopping wood closes today after more than 100 years.

National chains to launch as shopping complex expands

National chains to launch as shopping complex expands

Three national chains are set to open stores on the outskirts of a Kent town - as plans to expand a shopping complex move a step further.

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'Sinkhole has cost us thousands - and no one is taking responsibility'

'Sinkhole has cost us thousands - and no one is taking responsibility'

A couple have been forced to shell out thousands of pounds for repairs to a sinkhole on their driveway - because it is on private property.

'The pub was decorated like a fancy mobile home on a posh caravan site'

'The pub was decorated like a fancy mobile home on a posh caravan site'

Chintz, chat and chandeliers - Secret Drinker heads to the heart of Middle England.

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'We nearly lost our business to flammable fly-tipping'

'We nearly lost our business to flammable fly-tipping'

A builders' merchant says its staff and business are being put at risk by flammable waste dumped in roadside ditches.

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What happens next? Day-by-day after the Queen’s death

What happens next? Day-by-day after the Queen’s death

A day-by-day account of what is set to happen next details when the Queen's funeral is expected to be.

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