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Shock as car 'ends up on two wheels' in hit-and-run

Shock as car 'ends up on two wheels' in hit-and-run

A driver was left shocked after his vehicle ended up on two wheels in a suspected hit-and-run, with police now appealing for information.

Police ‘well prepared’ amid far-right protests fears

Police ‘well prepared’ amid far-right protests fears

Police have moved to reassure the public that officers are ready for potential disruption ahead of rumoured far-right protests in the county.

‘Her work has inspired generations’: Fashion icon awarded honorary title

‘Her work has inspired generations’: Fashion icon awarded honorary title

An international fashion icon from Kent who designed for rock stars and royalty has been awarded an honorary university title.

Police descend on high street after ‘bank burgled’

Police descend on high street after ‘bank burgled’

A sizeable police presence was reported in a town centre after reports of a bank being targeted in a suspected burglary.

Student first in Europe to join new MS treatment trial

Student first in Europe to join new MS treatment trial

A student has joined an international trial of a ground-breaking new treatment that could slow the progress of multiple sclerosis.

Police charge second suspect in murder probe

Police charge second suspect in murder probe

A second suspect has been charged in connection with the death of man found in a block of flats.

Fears firm’s ‘industrial’ proposal could set cyclists and children on ‘collision course with lorries’

Fears firm’s ‘industrial’ proposal could set cyclists and children on ‘collision course with lorries’

Concerns have been raised over a drainage firm’s plans to convert a rural plant nursery which residents claim is an “accident waiting to happen”.

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‘You had one job!’ Railway station sign blunder as town’s name spelt wrong

‘You had one job!’ Railway station sign blunder as town’s name spelt wrong

Someone went a bit off-track while writing out the name of this Kent town for a new railway station sign.

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More than 44,000 illegal cigarettes found hidden in shop walls

More than 44,000 illegal cigarettes found hidden in shop walls

Thousands of untaxed cigarettes and hundreds of illegal vapes have been uncovered behind false walls and other hiding places in several town shops.

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10 fire engines called to battle flaming field as roads ‘filled with smoke’

10 fire engines called to battle flaming field as roads ‘filled with smoke’

A road was closed as fire crews were sent to tackle a huge blaze in a field.

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Biker, 36, dies after crash with horse box and SUV

Biker, 36, dies after crash with horse box and SUV

A motorcyclist has died following a crash involving a horse box and an SUV.

Firefighters break into mum’s flat as Alexa blasts out 10 hours of music overnight

Firefighters break into mum’s flat as Alexa blasts out 10 hours of music overnight

Emergency services were called out after a mum’s Amazon Alexa smart speaker played 10 hours of loud pop music while she was away overnight.

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The ‘whopping’ change in housing targets facing Kent’s councils

The ‘whopping’ change in housing targets facing Kent’s councils

Following Labour’s plans to shake up housing targets to get ‘Britain building’, we take a look at what those numbers mean for districts in Kent.

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‘They don't need to build a wetland here - it already floods!’

‘They don't need to build a wetland here - it already floods!’

Fearful residents say ongoing flooding in their neighbourhood could worsen if proposals for a new wetland are given the nod.

‘Visitors take any parking space that’s available - yellow lines would save lives’

‘Visitors take any parking space that’s available - yellow lines would save lives’

Worried residents living in a tourist hotspot want yellow lines to be painted near a busy A-road junction, claiming it would “save lives”.

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‘We want to return this Edwardian jewel hotel to its crowning glory’

‘We want to return this Edwardian jewel hotel to its crowning glory’

Plans to reinvigorate a hotel bar with live music, dancing and late-night refreshments have been snubbed due to fears over safety and noise.

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Work starts on former diner being turned into restaurant as nightclub bid scrapped

Work starts on former diner being turned into restaurant as nightclub bid scrapped

Contractors have started turning a long-empty building into a restaurant and event space after plans to open a nightclub were scrapped.

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Historic tidal pool given Grade II-listed rating

Historic tidal pool given Grade II-listed rating

A Kent bathing pool dating back to the 1930s has been granted a Grade II-listed rating by Historic England.

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'That treehouse kept kids off their PlayStations - but it’s been destroyed with a chainsaw'

'That treehouse kept kids off their PlayStations - but it’s been destroyed with a chainsaw'

A teenagers’ treehouse which had a front door, tarpaulin roof and viewing platform has been taken down after it was classed as criminal damage.

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‘Inappropriate’ holiday let approved at Paul O’Grady’s former home

‘Inappropriate’ holiday let approved at Paul O’Grady’s former home

Paul O'Grady's widower has gained permission to turn a security office at the late TV star's home into a holiday let amid opposition.

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Airbnb ban at luxury development axed as homes advertised for £1k a night

Airbnb ban at luxury development axed as homes advertised for £1k a night

Bosses have backtracked on an Airbnb ban at a controversial seaside development - with properties now available for up to £1,050 a night.

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Firefighters remain at scene of paper mill blaze more than 24 hours on

Firefighters remain at scene of paper mill blaze more than 24 hours on

Fire crews are still at the scene of a paper mill fire, after they arrived yesterday afternoon to battle the flames.

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Much-loved teacher who spent 25 years at same school dies

Much-loved teacher who spent 25 years at same school dies

A teacher who spent 25 years at the same village junior school has been described as an inspiration to scores of youngsters following her death.

Comedian praises ‘gorgeous’ Kent pub as he tucks into £20 ploughman’s

Comedian praises ‘gorgeous’ Kent pub as he tucks into £20 ploughman’s

TV star Jason Manford stopped at a village pub at the weekend, where he was impressed by the ploughman’s, but said the price was a “a bit steep”.

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Dilapidated tennis courts set for major £57,000 revamp

Dilapidated tennis courts set for major £57,000 revamp

Rundown tennis courts previously branded “dangerous” by users will be brought back to life thanks to a huge cash boost.

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Parents’ shock after baby arrives on M2 hard shoulder

Parents’ shock after baby arrives on M2 hard shoulder

A mum gave birth in the car on the side of the M2 – forcing her partner to tie the umbilical cord with his shoelace.

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Anger as dozens of brides let down by videographer on wedding day

Anger as dozens of brides let down by videographer on wedding day

Dozens of brides have slammed a videographer for last-minute cancellations - but the woman at the centre of the row calls their claims a “witch hunt”.

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Dad who crashed car after birthday drinks told police: ‘I’m a complete idiot’

Dad who crashed car after birthday drinks told police: ‘I’m a complete idiot’

A dad-of-two out celebrating his birthday crashed his vehicle into a friend’s parked car as he drove home from the pub after downing too much booze.

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‘It’s a lifeline for families - the impact of closing will be massive’

‘It’s a lifeline for families - the impact of closing will be massive’

Council cutbacks would leave users of two Kent children’s centres in deprived areas devastated and vulnerable, say staff and parents.

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Lorry park at M20 services could double in size

Lorry park at M20 services could double in size

Motorway services with a McDonald’s and Costa drive-thru could see its lorry park almost double in size if plans are approved.

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