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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.

All change for new King’s coins, stamps and postboxes

All change for new King’s coins, stamps and postboxes

Here are all the things that will now change following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Kent pays tribute to Her Majesty

Kent pays tribute to Her Majesty

Floods of tributes from across the county have been poured in to Her Majesty The Queen, who died today at the age of 96.

The Queen in Kent

The Queen in Kent

Our tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Her Majesty the Queen has died

Her Majesty the Queen has died

Buckingham Palace has confirmed Queen Elizabeth II has died at the age of 96.

Yellow weather warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain

Yellow weather warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain

A yellow weather warning has been introduced, with thunderstorms and heavy rain expected this evening.

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Huge Canadian military aircraft lands in Kent

Huge Canadian military aircraft lands in Kent

Footage shows the moment a huge military transport aeroplane was seen touching down in the county.

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First look inside new luxury Kent hotel as restaurant opens

First look inside new luxury Kent hotel as restaurant opens

The restaurant, gardens and bar lounge at a Grade II-listed manor are officially open after years of renovations.

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Royals rush to Queen's side amid 'concern for health'

Royals rush to Queen's side amid 'concern for health'

The Queen is under medical supervision at Balmoral with doctors concerned for her health, Buckingham Palace has said.

Suspect charged over alleged rape in layby

Suspect charged over alleged rape in layby

A man has appeared in court charged with rape and sexual assault after a teenager was allegedly raped in a layby.

Stabbing victim suffered fatal lung wound

Stabbing victim suffered fatal lung wound

An inquest has opened into the death of a man found slumped against a wall after being stabbed as two teenagers remain in custody charged with murder.

How expensive will energy bills get now?

How expensive will energy bills get now?

Plans to steer households away from an 80% energy bill rise have now been unveiled but what will we pay this winter and is more help coming?

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Footfall blamed as bake shop and beer taproom to close

Footfall blamed as bake shop and beer taproom to close

A bakery and brewery is to close its seaside business as they "aren't seeing enough footfall to make the space viable".

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