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Police called to bridge after concerns for man's welfare

Police called to bridge after concerns for man's welfare

Traffic was temporarily held on a bridge on the M2 whilst police responded to reports of concerns for a man's welfare.

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Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp down

Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp down

Two of social media's biggest hitters, and a popular messaging service, are both down after more than 100,000 people report problems.

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Sunak tried for optimism in gloomy backdrop

Sunak tried for optimism in gloomy backdrop

Our political editor Paul Francis takes a look at what the Chancellor's speech at the Tory party conference means for Kent.

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Courier fraudsters steal £10 million in 'dreadful' crimes

Courier fraudsters steal £10 million in 'dreadful' crimes

With more than £10 million lost to courier fraud this year, we take a look at how people can keep themselves and their loved ones safe.

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Boy, 15, in court over 'knifepoint attack'

Boy, 15, in court over 'knifepoint attack'

A teenage boy has appeared in court after another boy was reportedly threatened at knifepoint during an alleged robbery attempt on a village green.

Pensioner's secret stash of rare coins sells for £185k

Pensioner's secret stash of rare coins sells for £185k

A bidding war developed at the auction of a hidden collection of valuable coins belonging to a late pensioner.

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Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl swaps guitar for bedtime book

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl swaps guitar for bedtime book

Chart-topping guitarist Dave Grohl has been named at the latest star to read a bedtime story and he's chosen one by a very famous fellow musician...

Giant buoy washes up on beach

Giant buoy washes up on beach

A giant buoy which is higher than a double-decker bus has washed up on a Kent seafront.

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Woman begs activists to move so she can visit sick mother in hospital

Woman begs activists to move so she can visit sick mother in hospital

A tearful woman has been seen begging Insulate Britain campaigners to move off the road so she can reach her elderly mum in hospital.

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Cyclist airlifted to hospital after crash

Cyclist airlifted to hospital after crash

A cyclist has been taken to a London hospital by air ambulance after he was hit by a car on a busy road.

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Major delays at Dartford Crossing after lorry crash

Major delays at Dartford Crossing after lorry crash

Drivers were stuck in miles of traffic after a serious crash between a motorbike, a van and a lorry.

Activists target arms company's factory

Activists target arms company's factory

Members of the protest group Palestine Action say they have occupied part of an industrial site used by a firm with links to the Israeli military.

Dr Hilary Jones targeted by anti-vaccine mob

Dr Hilary Jones targeted by anti-vaccine mob

A small group of conspiracy theorists descended on TV medic Dr Hilary Jones' house to oppose his efforts to increase uptake of the Covid-19 jab.

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Motorcyclist dies in Thanet Way crash

Motorcyclist dies in Thanet Way crash

A man in his 60s has died following a serious crash on a major route through the county.

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Health inspectors called to takeaway with mice infestation

Health inspectors called to takeaway with mice infestation

A takeaway was handed a zero hygiene rating and told to "urgently improve" after health inspectors found a mice and ant infestation.

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Huge plans for 800-home estate spark traffic fears

Huge plans for 800-home estate spark traffic fears

A housebuilding giant is preparing plans to build a sprawling development on 150 acres of farmland - sparking fears of a big increase in congestion.

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Mums taking over the business world

Mums taking over the business world

A group of mums from across Kent have launched their own networking group after feeling their 'sparkle' was lost in the male dominated business world

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School bus has to leave pupils behind each day

School bus has to leave pupils behind each day

A school bus service is so oversubscribed that almost 40 children a day are unable to get on it.

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The story of Kent's biggest theatre

The story of Kent's biggest theatre

Built during a recession and battling through a pandemic, the past 10 years at the county's premier venue have been full of highs and lows.

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Visitor left stunned by incredible discovery at Titanic display

Visitor left stunned by incredible discovery at Titanic display

A pensioner visited an exhibition about the sinking of the Titanic – and spotted a photo of his grandfather.

Road remains shut after serious crash

Road remains shut after serious crash

A motorcyclist has been involved in a serious collision which has closed a Kent road.

Calls for better mental health support

Calls for better mental health support

The county has seen a 20% rise in demand for mental health services following the pandemic.

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'I am here to pay for my crime'

'I am here to pay for my crime'

A pervert was arrested at the departure gate at Gatwick airport after trying to flee to Portugal.

Fear for safety of missing Milo

Fear for safety of missing Milo

A frantic family has appealed for help in tracing its flyaway cockatiel.

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Luxury shoe and bag chain to open at Outlet

Luxury shoe and bag chain to open at Outlet

A high-end fashion brand will be opening at the Ashford Designer Outlet later this month, filling a unit in the centre's £90m extension.

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Asylum seekers landing in Kent could face 1,500-mile flight to Albania

Asylum seekers landing in Kent could face 1,500-mile flight to Albania

People who arrive in the UK after crossing the Channel will soon face a 1,500-mile flight to Albania for processing, it has been reported.

Young people encouraged to take up lorry driving

Young people encouraged to take up lorry driving

KCC's economic director has suggested young people could help solve driver shortages faced by the haulage industry.

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Pedestrian dies after being hit by car on A2

Pedestrian dies after being hit by car on A2

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man in his 20s died when he was hit by a car on the A2 near Canterbury.

Sarah Everard killer was deployed as parliamentary guard

Sarah Everard killer was deployed as parliamentary guard

Commons speaker Lindsay Hoyle is demanding answers after the Met revealed Wayne Couzens worked as a guard in parliament.

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Cannabis factory discovered

Cannabis factory discovered

More than 400 cannabis plants have been found being grown in a business premises.

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