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Fried chicken chain eyes first Kent branch

Fried chicken chain eyes first Kent branch

Fast food chain Popeyes is preparing to open its first branch in the county later this year.

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Vet surgery permanently closes after 100 years in town

Vet surgery permanently closes after 100 years in town

A popular veterinary surgery has permanently closed after almost 100 years due to “extensive” issues with the building.

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Motorhome, quad bike and Ford Fiesta among suspected stolen vehicles uncovered during police probe

Motorhome, quad bike and Ford Fiesta among suspected stolen vehicles uncovered during police probe

A range of suspected stolen vehicles have been seized following reports of illegal waste processing and anti-social behaviour.

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Boom! Footage shows moment bomb exploded in sea

Boom! Footage shows moment bomb exploded in sea

Incredible footage reveals the moment a bomb – discovered by a fishing vessel – was set off, causing huge waves to rise from the sea.

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Tributes to the man who brought The Beatles to Kent

Tributes to the man who brought The Beatles to Kent

A musician who is thought to have brought The Beatles to a Kent seaside town in the 1960s, has died aged 92.

Burglar who stole sentimental jewellery from homes jailed

Burglar who stole sentimental jewellery from homes jailed

A man who ransacked homes in Kent over a week-long period and made off with jewellery of sentimental value has been jailed.

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Police hunt cyclist after woman left with facial injuries in home raid

Police hunt cyclist after woman left with facial injuries in home raid

Police are searching for a suspect after a woman suffered facial injuries during a burglary at a house.

Arson attack at well-known 'Elvis' house

Arson attack at well-known 'Elvis' house

Firefighters were called to a suspected arson attack at a derelict house well known among locals for displaying an Elvis poster for almost 50 years.

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Dad’s heartbreak at death of kind and talented daughter, 16

Dad’s heartbreak at death of kind and talented daughter, 16

A dad has told of his heartbreak following the death of his kind, loving and talented gymnast daughter - aged just 16.

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Expert lifts the lid on what polls are actually showing

Expert lifts the lid on what polls are actually showing

As the general election campaign enters its final stretch, we hear from a top polling expert.

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Latest predictions for every Kent seat as Reform gains on Tories

Latest predictions for every Kent seat as Reform gains on Tories

A new poll suggests the Conservatives will hold on in some key Kent electoral battlegrounds - but the party is still set for major losses.

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Prison could expand by more than 50% to meet demand

Prison could expand by more than 50% to meet demand

Official plans have been lodged to expand one of Kent’s prisons so it can house hundreds more inmates.

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Residents party in street as huge housing estate snubbed

Residents party in street as huge housing estate snubbed

Thrilled residents held a street party after winning the battle to stop a "terrible" new 250-home project from going ahead.

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‘The restaurant could become flats - but I’m not going anywhere’

‘The restaurant could become flats - but I’m not going anywhere’

Rumours an award-winning restaurant will close and be turned into flats have been dismissed, despite approval being given for the conversion.

Warning after woman left in fear of ‘aggressive’ rabbit bought on Gumtree

Warning after woman left in fear of ‘aggressive’ rabbit bought on Gumtree

Prospective pet owners have been warned against purchasing “aggressive” rabbits on Gumtree after one woman was told to put hers “in the bin”.

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Which Euros side is this pub? High hopes going in, poor performance upfront, not bad at the back?

Which Euros side is this pub? High hopes going in, poor performance upfront, not bad at the back?

Secret Drinker delivers his verdict on a hyped-up country local

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Motorcycle crash prompts road closure

Motorcycle crash prompts road closure

A road has been shut in both directions following an accident involving a motorbike.

Two Kent banks set to close

Two Kent banks set to close

Major banks have announced plans to shut two more branches as closures continue across the county.

Where you can see the Red Arrows in Kent today

Where you can see the Red Arrows in Kent today

The Red Arrows will grace Kent’s skies today as the world-renowned group celebrates its 60th display season.

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‘Lost’ lorry crashes picnic party next to children’s play area

‘Lost’ lorry crashes picnic party next to children’s play area

Shocking footage has emerged showing the moment a large HGV reversed into a fence after getting stuck in a park next to a children’s play area.

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Police appeal for witness walking his dog to come forward after burglary

Police appeal for witness walking his dog to come forward after burglary

Police are looking for a key witness after a home was burgled, with jewellery and wallets stolen.

Police investigate after boy ‘followed from shop by man on bike’

Police investigate after boy ‘followed from shop by man on bike’

Police are investigating two incidents where children have reported being followed by a stranger.

Bomb squad descend on seafront after fisherman catches ‘large war mine’

Bomb squad descend on seafront after fisherman catches ‘large war mine’

Bomb disposal teams have been spotted at a seafront after a fisherman reported an unusual catch.

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Fitness chain plans to create 100 jobs with new pool and gym

Fitness chain plans to create 100 jobs with new pool and gym

A gym chain has unveiled plans for a new Kent club including a spa, pools and a soft play centre

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Rapist who poses ‘significant threat’ to public jailed for 19 years

Rapist who poses ‘significant threat’ to public jailed for 19 years

A rapist with a history of violence against women has been jailed for almost two decades after a judge said the risk he posed was "as clear as day".

‘Choices on polling day are dire - it’s a case of voting for which party will be least bad’

‘Choices on polling day are dire - it’s a case of voting for which party will be least bad’

With one week to go until the general election, readers give their views on the choices on offer on polling day in this week’s letters to the editor.

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Is this the end? London Resort site now up for sale

Is this the end? London Resort site now up for sale

The company which owns the land earmarked for a multi-billion pound theme park is up for sale - so is this the final nail in its coffin?

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Police called after man found dead in town centre

Police called after man found dead in town centre

The body of a man in his 50s was found in a town centre after police were called to concerns for his welfare.

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Three Kent KFC branches permanently closed

Three Kent KFC branches permanently closed

Three branches of KFC in the county have closed for good after the franchise holder went into administration.

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‘My old and defenceless parents were slaughtered and dismembered’

‘My old and defenceless parents were slaughtered and dismembered’

The daughter of a couple from Kent who were allegedly kidnapped and dismembered in South Africa fears their deaths are being covered up.

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