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Kent man arrested after being spotted next to dead wild boar

Kent man arrested after being spotted next to dead wild boar

A man from Kent suspected of hunting wild boar has been arrested after one of the animals was found dead.

Fresh images reveal how multi-million-pound ‘health campus’ could look

Fresh images reveal how multi-million-pound ‘health campus’ could look

Work on a ‘health campus’ and retirement village could start this year after fresh CGI designs surfaced showing how the finished project could look.

Shock as stag runs into traffic on busy road

Shock as stag runs into traffic on busy road

A stag has been contained by police after running across a busy road and into traffic.

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Man pleads not guilty to murder of ‘dedicated father and grandfather’

Man pleads not guilty to murder of ‘dedicated father and grandfather’

A man has pleaded not guilty to the murder of a missing 54-year-old man whose body was discovered in woodland.

Person dies after being hit by train

Person dies after being hit by train

A person has died after being hit by a train this morning.

Bootfair expansion plans rejected after ‘litter and urinating’ claims

Bootfair expansion plans rejected after ‘litter and urinating’ claims

Plans to double the number of car boot sales being held on an open field have been refused after those living nearby raised concerns.

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‘It’s a serious issue’: Residents call for action after another crash at junction

‘It’s a serious issue’: Residents call for action after another crash at junction

Fed-up drivers are calling for action to be taken on a town centre junction blighted by several crashes.

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Last chance to nominate your foodie favourites in Kent awards

Last chance to nominate your foodie favourites in Kent awards

You haven’t got long left to send us your nominations for the Kent & Medway Food & Drink Awards 2025. Here’s how to do it.

'Locking up murderers to be fed and cared for by the state is insult to victims' families'

'Locking up murderers to be fed and cared for by the state is insult to victims' families'

Capital punishment, BBC bias, the care crisis and the proposed cousin marriage ban are among topics tackled on this week’s letters page.

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Town’s ‘best postie’ retires after 30 years

Town’s ‘best postie’ retires after 30 years

A postman hailed a Kent town’s best and known for his bad jokes has retired after more than 30 years in the job.

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We visit the incredible Kent church on its own little island

We visit the incredible Kent church on its own little island

We visit the remote Kent church you need a bridge to access – after finding the key hundreds of yards away.

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Delays on major routes after accidents in the wet weather

Delays on major routes after accidents in the wet weather

A number of road accidents have been reported as the county is hit by wind and rain.

Navy warship spotted off Kent coast after shadowing Russian fleet

Navy warship spotted off Kent coast after shadowing Russian fleet

A Royal Navy warship has been shadowing a fleet of Russian vessels for 500 miles and was spotted off the Kent coast.

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Warning of ferry delays of up to 90 minutes because of strong winds

Warning of ferry delays of up to 90 minutes because of strong winds

Cross-Channel operators are telling passengers of long hold-ups to journeys as winds reach as high as 75mph.

What to look forward to in Kent in 2025

What to look forward to in Kent in 2025

Music festivals, art exhibitions, charity races and national holidays – it’s all here in our 2025 Kent events calendar.

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Yellow weather alert for snow and ice issued

Yellow weather alert for snow and ice issued

The Met Office has warned the county could see “heavy snow and freezing rain” as it issues a yellow weather warning.

Ambulance service responding to three calls every minute

Ambulance service responding to three calls every minute

Am ambulance service is urging people to think before calling 999 as it expects demand to stay high into the new year.

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Concern over Mr Doodle’s plan for ‘out-of-keeping’ seaside home

Concern over Mr Doodle’s plan for ‘out-of-keeping’ seaside home

A famous Kent artist has proposed plans for a “quirky” seaside home inspired by his work - but not everyone is bowled over by the unique design.

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E-scooter ‘started buzzing then went up in flames’ in fatal fire

E-scooter ‘started buzzing then went up in flames’ in fatal fire

A devastating fire which took hold of a huge shared home after an e-scooter “started buzzing” then ignited claimed the life of a much-loved busker.

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New £8.8m A2 slip-road set for green light...again

New £8.8m A2 slip-road set for green light...again

A long-awaited new slip-road off the A2 is set to be given the green light next week for a second time.

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Police object to temporary alcohol licence for pub over ‘disorder and underage drinking’ fears

Police object to temporary alcohol licence for pub over ‘disorder and underage drinking’ fears

A pub boss applying to run a string of events from his venue has been branded “incapable” by police officers who have raised several concerns.

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Primark and a taste of France - our town centre wishlist for 2025

Primark and a taste of France - our town centre wishlist for 2025

As we welcome in the new year, our reporters had a think about what they’d like to see in their home towns in 2025.

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Ready for the next 12 months? Take our 2025 Quiz and find out

Ready for the next 12 months? Take our 2025 Quiz and find out

Brush up on what’s in store with 31 questions all about the New Year

Tributes paid to ‘beautiful and happy angel’ who died in Christmas Eve crash

Tributes paid to ‘beautiful and happy angel’ who died in Christmas Eve crash

A motorcyclist in his 40s who died in a fatal collision with a lamppost has been described as an “angel” who had a “happy face and bright smile”.

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What’s that?! Peacock finds new home in toilet cubicle

What’s that?! Peacock finds new home in toilet cubicle

A peacock made itself at home by perching on top of a toilet cubicle at a country park, much to the surprise of visitors.

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Family ‘in shock’ after ‘caring’ stepdad's disappearance sparks search operation

Family ‘in shock’ after ‘caring’ stepdad's disappearance sparks search operation

The family of a “caring” stepdad say they are in shock after his disappearance sparked a huge search operation.

New Year's Day dips cancelled as 75mph winds to hit Kent

New Year's Day dips cancelled as 75mph winds to hit Kent

Two New Year’s Day dips have been cancelled as 75mph winds are predicted to hit Kent.

24-hour security at fire-hit club as council issues improvement notice

24-hour security at fire-hit club as council issues improvement notice

The owner of an abandoned nightclub has been ordered to bring in 24-hour security following yet another blaze at the site.

Body found in search for missing man, 29

Body found in search for missing man, 29

Police officers have confirmed a body has been recovered in the search for a missing 29-year-old.

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‘We were hoping to ride the storm but it’s no longer viable’

‘We were hoping to ride the storm but it’s no longer viable’

The heartbroken owner of a bike shop on the high street for 30 years says he’s been forced into shutting the business after a “very tough” 2024.

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