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First look at dockyard redevelopment plans

First look at dockyard redevelopment plans

Plans to complete the final phase of a dockyard redevelopment 30 years in the making have been revealed for the first time.

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Police called as people flocking to see zoo animals cause a stink

Police called as people flocking to see zoo animals cause a stink

People are still flocking to see animals at a wildlife park despite lockdown restrictions - with reports of some visitors defecating in nearby fields.

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Dead dogs found at property

Dead dogs found at property

Police called to an animal welfare issue have discovered two dead dogs at a property.

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Tributes to popular pub landlady

Tributes to popular pub landlady

Actor Ray Winstone is among those to have paid tribute to a much-loved former landlady who spent years running popular pubs.

Double treat for stargazers

Double treat for stargazers

The peak of a meteor showers could see up to 50 an hour zoom across our skies, while the year's third consecutive supermoon will also appear.

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Police helicopter search after hot tubs raid

Police helicopter search after hot tubs raid

Two men have been arrested after hot tubs were stolen during a raid.

Thieves make off with riding tack worth £80,000

Thieves make off with riding tack worth £80,000

An international dressage rider says he has lost a lifetime's collection of specialist equestrian equipment.

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Woman backs charity in memory of stepdad who set fire to himself

Woman backs charity in memory of stepdad who set fire to himself

A business owner is determined to help others suffering from mental health issues following the death of her stepfather, who set himself on fire.

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Man attacked in high street mugging

Man attacked in high street mugging

A man has been assaulted by two thugs during a terrifying town centre robbery.

Have you seen or heard this potty-mouthed parrot?

Have you seen or heard this potty-mouthed parrot?

A family has launched a desperate appeal to trace their parrot who has been missing for more than a week

Road closed after car crashes into tree

Road closed after car crashes into tree

A main road had to be shut for a number of hours after a car hit a tree.

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The Marsh family return with new lockdown song

The Marsh family return with new lockdown song

A Kent family who went viral with their take on a Les Misérables song have now released a lockdown-themed rendition of a Disney favourite.

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M&S launches delivery service

M&S launches delivery service

Wine, meat and sweets are among the range of items available for residents in one area of Kent eligible for M&S delivery service.

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Toxic caterpillar infestation sparks health fears

Toxic caterpillar infestation sparks health fears

An invasion of toxic caterpillars has sparked health concerns as they can cause breathing difficulties.

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Mass 'brawl' suspects released

Mass 'brawl' suspects released

Eight people arrested after armed police were called to a major disturbance have been released, pending investigation.

Relief as running water finally restored after pipes burst

Relief as running water finally restored after pipes burst

Families left without running water for more than 24 hours after several pipes burst are delighted to find taps are running once again.

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Tributes paid as popular solicitor dies suddenly

Tributes paid as popular solicitor dies suddenly

A solicitor well known across the county "and beyond" has died suddenly, prompting tributes from colleagues.

Have you seen this man?

Have you seen this man?

Police would like to speak to a man in connection with an attempted murder investigation

33-year-old dies of suspected Covid-19 at home

33-year-old dies of suspected Covid-19 at home

A man who had a cough for more than six weeks - later described by his wife as "horrendous" - is thought to have died of coronavirus.

'Campaigners are stalling hundreds of new jobs'

'Campaigners are stalling hundreds of new jobs'

The man behind plans to build a 250-home estate costing £95m has accused those fighting the project of standing in the way of hundreds of jobs.

Kent's high-speed rail journey

Kent's high-speed rail journey

We look at the transformation of Kent's railway network brought about by HS1 - and the controversy around the building of the link.

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Raise a light sabre to county's Star Wars connections

Raise a light sabre to county's Star Wars connections

From actors to shopping centres, we look at how the epic sci-fi adventure Star Wars is connected to Kent.

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Mystery fanged spider spotted in garden

Mystery fanged spider spotted in garden

Can you help identify this enormous arachnid, seen in a Kent backyard?

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Charity founder trolled after 'exposing' big cat Instagram star

Charity founder trolled after 'exposing' big cat Instagram star

A charity founder has been targeted by vicious online trolls, after exposing a popular social media star for punching a cub

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Migrants detained off Kent coast

Migrants detained off Kent coast

Border Force officials intercepted three boats in the English Channel this morning.

Pub taped off after armed raid

Pub taped off after armed raid

Police have been pictured carrying out investigations at a pub after a late night altercation nearby ended with eight people being arrested.

Sculptor speaks out after life-size tiger model sparked armed police hunt

Sculptor speaks out after life-size tiger model sparked armed police hunt

A sculptor has told of the moment she realised armed police and a helicopter were searching for her model of a tiger made from chicken wire and resin.

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Five charged with weapon and drugs offences

Five charged with weapon and drugs offences

Five people arrested following a police raid on a house are due to appear before magistrates tomorrow.

10 places in Kent with no Covid-19 deaths

10 places in Kent with no Covid-19 deaths

The Office for National Statistics has revealed which places in the county currently have no reported coronavirus deaths.

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Man given CPR after house blaze rescue

Man given CPR after house blaze rescue

A man was rescued by fire crews last night after neighbours called 999.

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