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Man, 20, stabbed to death 'over drugs bust-up'

Man, 20, stabbed to death 'over drugs bust-up'

A 20-year-old man was allegedly stabbed seven times by a drug-dealer and his pal who then tried to hide the evidence, a murder trial has heard.

Man charged with two counts of kidnap

Man charged with two counts of kidnap

Police investigating an alleged bid to snatch two women have charged a man with two counts of kidnap.

New look for Dartford Crossing

New look for Dartford Crossing

New pictures showing how the Dartford Crossing will look after the introduction of the Dart Charge have been released today.

Weather warning as rain lashes parts of Kent

Weather warning as rain lashes parts of Kent

Accidents double on Kent's roads as rain and storms lash the county, prompting the Met Office to issue a weather warning.

Political showdown set for November 20

Political showdown set for November 20

A date has been announced for the crucial Rochester and Strood by-election - November 20 is polling day!

Cathedral to display priceless 12th century text

Cathedral to display priceless 12th century text

As part of the 800th anniversary commemorations of the Magna Carta, a valuable 12th century manuscript will be displayed in a Kent cathedral.

'Garden city' threatens ancient woodland

'Garden city' threatens ancient woodland

The Woodland Trust says plans for a garden city between Dartford and Gravesend could threaten 35 acres of ancient woodland.

Home near barracks is living hell for ex-soldier

Home near barracks is living hell for ex-soldier

The crack of a rifle fire takes veteran Steve Dubens back to the streets of Northern Ireland, where the atrocities he witnessed took a terrible toll.

Kent health workers in four-hour stoppage

Kent health workers in four-hour stoppage

Key NHS workers have been downing tools today in a dispute over pay.

Crabzilla 'spotted' in Whitstable

Crabzilla 'spotted' in Whitstable

A 50ft crustacean, dubbed Crabzilla, has been 'snapped' lurking beneath the waters - and it has got supernatural experts scratching their heads.

Eurostar sell-off condemned by unions

Eurostar sell-off condemned by unions

Plans by the government to sell its share in Eurostar have been criticised by unions.

Police car in crash with taxi

Police car in crash with taxi

The driver of a taxi suffered chest injuries after a crash with a marked police car.

Lanes reopened after M25 pile-up

Lanes reopened after M25 pile-up

Delays are easing on the M25 following a three-car crash.

X-Factor joy for Kent hopefuls

X-Factor joy for Kent hopefuls

Kent's X-Factor hopefuls have made it though to the second live show.

Alley used as clubbers' loo

Alley used as clubbers' loo

Revellers of both sexes are resorting to urinating in an alleyway due to a lack of public toilets, according to street pastors.

Estate agent drones home

Estate agent drones home

An estate agent is using a quadcopter to take aerial snaps of large properties.

Queen Victoria's bloomers go for a few knicker

Queen Victoria's bloomers go for a few knicker

Royal underwear belonging to Queen Victoria has gone under the hammer... but would she be amused with the price?

Vandals make obscene addition to Folkestone's Banksy

Vandals make obscene addition to Folkestone's Banksy

Police are investigating after vandals daubed obscene graffiti onto a Banksy painting. Warning: graphic image.

Cannabis factory worth £200k uncovered

Cannabis factory worth £200k uncovered

The police helicopter was scrambled to help uncover a large crop of cannabis worth £200,000 hidden in marshland.

A249 now open after crash

A249 now open after crash

Traffic is beginning to clear as police have re-opened both lanes of the A249 following a motorcycle accident.

Body found: death not suspicious

Body found: death not suspicious

Officers investigating the remains of a man's body found on a building site say they are not treating the death as suspicious.

House struck by lightning in Kent storms

House struck by lightning in Kent storms

A house was hit by lightning as thunderstorms created spectacular skies last night.

Family’s delight as Stacey shows improvement

Family’s delight as Stacey shows improvement

The family of a young cancer fighter are another step closer to holding talks with US medical experts after her condition improves.

Jail for alcoholic who stole from disabled neighbour

Jail for alcoholic who stole from disabled neighbour

This alcoholic woman has been branded "mean and spiteful" after stealing cash for booze from her disabled neighbour.

Man accused of teen strangling: 'I don't remember'

Man accused of teen strangling: 'I don't remember'

A man charged with a strangling that left his victim's eyes bulging and her face blue says he has no recollection of the attack.

Where gorillas, a pig and the Queen stand united

Where gorillas, a pig and the Queen stand united

What do you get a man who has statues of gorillas, the Queen, a cow and Mr Bean on his home? A giraffe the height of a house, of course!

Drama as crashed car left hanging above motorway

Drama as crashed car left hanging above motorway

A section of the M25 has reopened after an accident which left a car dangling perilously on a barrier above the M26.

Farage predicts 'High Noon' in Rochester

Farage predicts 'High Noon' in Rochester

Three of the most influential people in the Ukip party have descended on Rochester... in fighting mood.

Police close lane of traffic on A299 after four car smash

Police close lane of traffic on A299 after four car smash

Police have closed a lane of traffic after a four car smash on the A299 Thanet Way

Flash flood warning as heavy rain hits Kent

Flash flood warning as heavy rain hits Kent

The Met Office has warned of heavy showers that could cuase flash floods in part of Kent tonight.

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