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Everything you need to know ahead of 10 weeks of traffic misery on Thanet Way

Everything you need to know ahead of 10 weeks of traffic misery on Thanet Way

A contraflow system and a series of overnight closures are planned for a busy dual-carriageway. Here is what to expect…

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Fit and healthy dad, 44, dies after complaining of headache

Fit and healthy dad, 44, dies after complaining of headache

Tributes have been paid to an ‘amazing’ and ‘funny’ grandad following his sudden death after a headache turned out to be a catastrophic brain injury.

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'He ruined my life and dreams - but will walk free in two years'

'He ruined my life and dreams - but will walk free in two years'

A woman who suffered life-changing injuries in a crash is now bravely speaking out about her ordeal and calling for tougher sentences.

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'How digging up a garden led to my life falling apart'

'How digging up a garden led to my life falling apart'

It had been 20 years since Andy had last served in the army but one small action triggered something that changed his life forever.

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'It's like KFC on steroids - it's brilliant'

'It's like KFC on steroids - it's brilliant'

As money troubles impact our Saturday night takeaways, reporter Max Chesson tests out a fried chicken spice mix that has 'fakeaway' lovers raving.

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New images show how much-loved seaside lift could look

New images show how much-loved seaside lift could look

Plans to renovate and expand a Grade-II listed seaside lift have moved forward amid a call for more funding.

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‘Town centres change over time like our hairstyles’

‘Town centres change over time like our hairstyles’

Our columnist reflects on how some of Kent’s town centres have changed over the years and ponders if for better or for worse?

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Air ambulance lands in field after crash

Air ambulance lands in field after crash

Emergency crews, including the air ambulance, descended after a crash this afternoon near the coast.

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Massive cocaine haul seized in Channel

Massive cocaine haul seized in Channel

A major package containing a tonne of cocaine was seized by Border Force officials in the Channel before it could make its way to Kent.

Huge numbers expected at funeral of legendary pub boss

Huge numbers expected at funeral of legendary pub boss

A large number of mourners are expected to pay their respects to the founder of one of Kent’s biggest pub chains at his funeral tomorrow.

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Bin strikes threat for two districts amid 48% rise demand

Bin strikes threat for two districts amid 48% rise demand

Bins could go unemptied during the summer after binmen voted in favour of going on strike during a wage row with employers.

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Crime-hit town centre car park shuts for essential repairs

Crime-hit town centre car park shuts for essential repairs

A car park has shut for essential maintenance work to be carried out, with bosses saying it is “impossible to say” when it will reopen.

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Man arrested after huge emergency service response

Man arrested after huge emergency service response

There was a huge emergency service presence at a home following concerns for a man’s welfare.

Police officer faces trial accused of ‘trying to woo burglary victim’

Police officer faces trial accused of ‘trying to woo burglary victim’

A serving police officer accused of trying to woo a women he met while investigating a burglary is set to face trial.

Final season of The Crown starts streaming on Netflix after scenes filmed in Kent

Final season of The Crown starts streaming on Netflix after scenes filmed in Kent

The final season of The Crown has started streaming on Netflix, and will feature scenes filmed in one of the county’s historic high streets.

Police ‘extremely worried’ for missing dad and young daughter

Police ‘extremely worried’ for missing dad and young daughter

Police searching for a missing dad and his young daughter say they are very concerned for their welfare following their disappearance 11 days ago.

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Babies changed on ‘dirty’ mats and sharing unwashed bedding at nursery

Babies changed on ‘dirty’ mats and sharing unwashed bedding at nursery

A nursery has been slated after inspectors found babies were being changed on “dirty” mats and sleeping in shared bedding “not washed regularly”.

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Education expert fears for failing school's students

Education expert fears for failing school's students

An education expert and former grammar school head has slammed a failing school trust over the uncertainty of its future.

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Hotel to reopen after year hiatus

Hotel to reopen after year hiatus

A popular hotel and wedding venue which has been closed for more than a year will be reopening under a new name after being renovated.

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Drivers face delays after crash on M2

Drivers face delays after crash on M2

Travellers are seeing delays of up to 50 minutes following an accident on the M2.

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Shoplifter who slapped restaurant worker banned from city centre

Shoplifter who slapped restaurant worker banned from city centre

A shoplifter who racially abused and assaulted a restaurant worker has been jailed and banned from a city centre.

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Mum endured horrific birth before fatal herpes infection

Mum endured horrific birth before fatal herpes infection

A grieving mother told how her daughter endured a horrific birth before contracting a herpes infection which claimed her life.

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Blow for theatre’s reopening as neighbour lodges complaint

Blow for theatre’s reopening as neighbour lodges complaint

The owners of a disused theatre say their efforts to reopen the historic venue have been dealt a blow after a neighbour lodged a complaint.

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Firms urged to enter tourism awards

Firms urged to enter tourism awards

A regional tourism industry awards is now open for entries – with firms in the sector across Kent urged to put their names forward.

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Doctor tells herpes death inquest it ‘didn’t cross his mind’ mum had virus

Doctor tells herpes death inquest it ‘didn’t cross his mind’ mum had virus

An inquest into the deaths of two mums who died of herpes shortly after giving birth has heard one of the doctors didn’t realise they had the virus.

Fans line streets for Paul O'Grady's funeral procession

Fans line streets for Paul O'Grady's funeral procession

A funeral procession passing through the village which Paul O’Grady made his home has drawn large crowds today.

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Broken down vehicle halts M25 traffic

Broken down vehicle halts M25 traffic

Motorists are facing delays on the M25 after traffic was brought to a standstill after a vehicle broke down.

'Jockey Club needs to change or the Grand National won't survive'

'Jockey Club needs to change or the Grand National won't survive'

Our columnist Secret Thinker fell at the first hurdle with his Grand National bet and wonders how much longer the race will continue.

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No cutlery, no problem when the food tastes this good!

No cutlery, no problem when the food tastes this good!

Our reporter gives the cuisine of east Africa a try for the very first time at a small back-street restaurant

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Teacher sacked over shocking Freddie Mercury slur

Teacher sacked over shocking Freddie Mercury slur

A teacher who called Freddie Mercury a homophobic slur and smoked in front of students lied about being fired from his last school.

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