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NHS website hit by problems amid Covid jabs rush

NHS website hit by problems amid Covid jabs rush

People booking a Covid jab via the NHS website are facing error messages while those ordering home test kits are being asked to come back later.

Paul Weller announces second summer date for 2022

Paul Weller announces second summer date for 2022

Music icon Paul Weller has announced he will headline a second summer date in Kent next year, days after he released his 17th solo album.

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Body found on railway tracks

Body found on railway tracks

A person has died after being found on railway tracks which led to a huge emergency service response.

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How to survive in medieval Kent

How to survive in medieval Kent

An author and historian explains the best tips for how 21st century Britons might be able to survive medieval times and what life was truly like.

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'I feel so unsafe I have to barricade the door'

'I feel so unsafe I have to barricade the door'

A mum says she has been left with no choice but to barricade herself in her council flat with her young son due to feeling so unsafe.

Long-derelict farm could be transformed into new estate

Long-derelict farm could be transformed into new estate

A bid to transform a dilapidated farm into a 15-home estate would spruce up an eyesore that blights a busy route, councillors say.

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Police to use enforcement as 'last resort' as we move to Plan B

Police to use enforcement as 'last resort' as we move to Plan B

With new restrictions in place from today, Kent Police say violence or abuse towards venue and shop staff in the county will not be tolerated.

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The Plan B rules you need to know about this week

The Plan B rules you need to know about this week

From home working to how to download a Covid Pass - here's everything you need to know about this week's new Plan B rules.

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Boris Johnson announces emergency Covid vaccination plan amid rise in Omicron

Boris Johnson announces emergency Covid vaccination plan amid rise in Omicron

The Prime Minister has pledged everyone eligible will be able to get their Covid booster jab by the end of the year.

Covid alert level raised to Level 4

Covid alert level raised to Level 4

The Prime Minister is due to address the nation as evidence shows Omicron is "spreading fast".

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Man charged after police officer hit by motorcycle

Man charged after police officer hit by motorcycle

A man has been charged with dangerous driving among other offences, after an officer was struck by a motorcycle and had to be taken to hospital.

Missing man found safe

Missing man found safe

A missing man has been found safe and well.

Warning as cat killed by 'accidental antifreeze poisoning'

Warning as cat killed by 'accidental antifreeze poisoning'

A beloved family pet was discovered distressed and disorientated before having to be put down with suspected antifreeze poisoning.

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Is this Kent's most festive house?

Is this Kent's most festive house?

A 67-year-old grandad has covered his house from floor to roof in Christmas lights for a cause very close to his heart.

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'It's ridiculous!' Fury as rush-hour route to be made one-way

'It's ridiculous!' Fury as rush-hour route to be made one-way

One of Kent's busiest routes is set to be transformed into a one-way road next year as part of a controversial plan to ease rush-hour gridlock.

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Whole year group told to stay home until January

Whole year group told to stay home until January

An entire year group will not return to class until next year after a child tested positive for Omicron.

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Man arrested after woman raped in woodland

Man arrested after woman raped in woodland

A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the rape of a woman in an area of woodland.

Four arrests after high street brawl

Four arrests after high street brawl

The centre of a Kent town was taped off for several hours following an early morning fight.

Where Omicron is spreading in Kent - and booster uptake is lowest

Where Omicron is spreading in Kent - and booster uptake is lowest

New figures reveal where Omicron is spreading fastest in Kent and Medway - and which district has the lowest Covid booster jab uptake.

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'Cultural' nightspot faces licence review over noise

'Cultural' nightspot faces licence review over noise

Fed-up residents living in flats above a popular venue claim they are having to live with loud music, drunken cheering and whooping.

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Fresh plans for new beach huts despite backlash

Fresh plans for new beach huts despite backlash

A fresh bid to build new beach hits has been unveiled - just three months after previous proposals were snubbed.

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Pictures from Kent libraries' 100-year history

Pictures from Kent libraries' 100-year history

As Kent's libraries turned 100, we delved into the archives to see how far the service has come.

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Race to raise £130k to save historic church roof

Race to raise £130k to save historic church roof

One of the county town's most historic churches has launched an appeal to raise £130,000 for urgent roof repair work.

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Scaffolder seriously injured by 48,000-volt electric shock

Scaffolder seriously injured by 48,000-volt electric shock

A scaffolder has suffered serious injuries after a metal tube he was lifting hit a power line - sending 48,000 volts through his body.

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Two years in the job, but is the Prime Minister losing his grip?

Two years in the job, but is the Prime Minister losing his grip?

Today marks two years since Boris Johnson won the keys to Downing Street, but is he losing his grip on power?

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Crews tackle house fire

Crews tackle house fire

Firefighters have used a height vehicle to tackle flames in the roof of a house.

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Robbery arrests after multi-vehicle crash

Robbery arrests after multi-vehicle crash

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of robbery and driving offences after a crash involving three vehicles.

Arrests at railway station after 'fight'

Arrests at railway station after 'fight'

Two men have been arrested by British Transport Police officers for possession of an offensive weapon and affray, after reports of fights.

Kent councillor chosen as Sir David Amess' would-be successor

Kent councillor chosen as Sir David Amess' would-be successor

A Kent councillor and Tory candidate in the by-election to find Sir David Amess' successor has said she will “work tirelessly to carry on his legacy”.

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Disgraced ex-MP pictured near new London pad

Disgraced ex-MP pictured near new London pad

An ex-Kent MP has been pictured near his new west London flat after being released from prison and telling a court of his financial troubles.

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