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Family devastated after tragic death of doting dad-of-five

Family devastated after tragic death of doting dad-of-five

A close-knit community has been left “heartbroken and in disbelief” following the tragic death of a doting dad-of-five.

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How 'birthplace of British Army' is being torn down for 1,200 new homes

How 'birthplace of British Army' is being torn down for 1,200 new homes

Historic barracks described as "the birthplace of the modern British Army" have been torn down to make way for a new housing estate.

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‘Motorbike thefts have reached epidemic proportions’

‘Motorbike thefts have reached epidemic proportions’

There are calls for action as figures reveal Kent is one of the worst places for motorcycle thefts.

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Road rage driver avoids jail due to ‘full prisons’

Road rage driver avoids jail due to ‘full prisons’

HGV driver who attacked other in a road rage incident after a near-miss collision, has avoided jail because prisons are full.

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'Should government investigate Evri after 40,000 complaints?'

'Should government investigate Evri after 40,000 complaints?'

An MP has questioned whether Evri should be investigated over its “poor customer service” after the parcel firm apologised for ongoing UK-wide delays.

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Trafficker ordered to pay £180k to victims' families

Trafficker ordered to pay £180k to victims' families

A trafficker convicted over the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants found in a lorry container has been ordered to pay the victims' families £180,000.

Woman taken to hospital after crash on busy route

Woman taken to hospital after crash on busy route

A woman has been taken to hospital after emergency services have been called to a crash along a busy route.

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Concern grows for missing man's welfare

Concern grows for missing man's welfare

An urgent appeal has been launched to find a man who disappeared three weeks ago amid growing concerns for his welfare.

Dumped kitten is 'an absolute little fighter'

Dumped kitten is 'an absolute little fighter'

A three- to four-week-old cat who was found "cold and alone" is on the mend five days after being rescued.

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Hundreds of Kent patients well enough to leave hospital forced to stay

Hundreds of Kent patients well enough to leave hospital forced to stay

Hundreds of patients are continuing to be kept in hospitals in Kent even though they are well enough to be discharged, latest figures show.

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Woman convicted after dad killed in plot to steal Rolexes

Woman convicted after dad killed in plot to steal Rolexes

A woman has been found guilty for her part in a plot to drug and rob a young dad of expensive items in his own flat.

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Man found dead in woodland

Man found dead in woodland

A man's body has been found in woodland after police descended on the area.

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One in six cops looking to quit force

One in six cops looking to quit force

Low pay, over-work and verbal and physical abuse are talking their toll on Kent's police officers, a new report shows.

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Major employer axing almost 100 jobs

Major employer axing almost 100 jobs

A pharmaceutical company has said it has 'no choice' after announcing staff cuts.

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Plans to turn cottage into champagne cafe given green light

Plans to turn cottage into champagne cafe given green light

A restaurateur's bid to turn a historic cottage in a popular park into a champagne cafe have been unanimously approved despite noise and litter fears.

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Three taken to hospital as police close busy road after crash

Three taken to hospital as police close busy road after crash

Three people have been taken to hospital following a crash which caused heavy traffic this afternoon.

Crossing now fully reopen after repair works

Crossing now fully reopen after repair works

The Dartford Crossing bridge is now fully reopen after 'essential' repairs works were carried out.

High street store endures fifth break-in in three years

High street store endures fifth break-in in three years

A crime-hit high street shop has been broken into for the fifth time in three years, sparking another police probe.

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Man ordered to repay £73k scammed from investors

Man ordered to repay £73k scammed from investors

A man who defrauded victims through a complex scheme promising guaranteed investments has been ordered to pay back the proceeds of crime.

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Woman with knife tries to mug man at bus stop

Woman with knife tries to mug man at bus stop

A woman with a black scarf across her face who was thought to be carrying a knife tried to mug a man at a bus stop.

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Baby Jesus stolen from crib outside church

Baby Jesus stolen from crib outside church

A reverend is considering tying Jesus to his crib next year after the baby was stolen from a nativity scene outside a church.

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Mum found dead at Bluewater was 'still struggling' with daughter's death

Mum found dead at Bluewater was 'still struggling' with daughter's death

The twin brother of a mum found dead in a lake at a shopping centre has paid tribute to his 'easygoing' sister who he says was struggling with grief.

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David Beckham in crowd as Romeo's debut causes stir against Kent side

David Beckham in crowd as Romeo's debut causes stir against Kent side

David Beckham ended up being the star attraction as son Romeo made a first appearance for his new club on a rainy night in Kent.

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M20 reopens after night-time roadworks overrun

M20 reopens after night-time roadworks overrun

There were long delays on the motorway earlier this morning, but the situation is fast improving.

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37 weddings cancelled as hotel announces shock early closure

37 weddings cancelled as hotel announces shock early closure

Heartbroken couples have been left searching for new venues after a hotel announced its sudden closure due to financial issues.

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Backlash over fears pub could lose its music venue

Backlash over fears pub could lose its music venue

Plans to refurbish a historic pub have sparked a huge backlash from hundreds of residents over fears it could lose its music venue.

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Drink-driving builder banned after refusing breath tests

Drink-driving builder banned after refusing breath tests

A builder who was spotted by police driving his tipper van after downing pints at a social club has been banned from driving.

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'I've had enough of waiting on phone - it's time to end home working'

'I've had enough of waiting on phone - it's time to end home working'

Our readers give their takes on the NHS, home working and Brexit.

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Roadworks lasting 20 weeks to bring 'absolute chaos' to estate

Roadworks lasting 20 weeks to bring 'absolute chaos' to estate

As a four-month slip-road closure is lifted, traffic hell is to be prolonged for those living on a nearby estate, with yet more works.

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The 9 Kent schools set for state-of-the-art rebuilds

The 9 Kent schools set for state-of-the-art rebuilds

Tens of millions of pounds is being pledged by the government to rebuild ageing schools across the county.

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