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A2 clear after earlier lorry crash

A2 clear after earlier lorry crash

A lorry crashed into barriers and closed part of the A2 during the rush hour.

‘Cut road’s speed limit before a child is injured’

 ‘Cut road’s speed limit before a child is injured’

A petition has been made to change the speed limit from 40mph to 30mph in Valley Drive.

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Ex soldier's 11 months on the streets

Ex soldier's 11 months on the streets

A man who lived in a tent and had to rely on charity to survive after the breakdown of his marriage has been given fresh hope.

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How long do you spend in traffic?

How long do you spend in traffic?

Traffic jams are costing motorists in Kent more than £1,000 a year, according to a study.

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Lottery winner put behind bars

Lottery winner put behind bars

A drug-dealing mum carried on supplying illegal substances even after she won nearly £700,000 on the lottery.

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On the right track for holiday let

On the right track for holiday let

It's been a chicken shed and a shelter for hop pickers... now this disused train carriage could soon be transformed into a quirky holiday let.

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Man remanded after stabbing

Man remanded after stabbing

A man accused of carrying out an aggravated burglary and a stabbing has been remanded in custody.

Do women get a fair deal?

Do women get a fair deal?

It's 100 years since women were granted the right to vote but some question if enough being done to promote equal rights.

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Backlash to golf club closure

Backlash to golf club closure

A protest by around 150 people and a petition signed by thousands was not enough to save a sports venue.

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New push to keep children safe online

New push to keep children safe online

Research has shown children have a complex relationship with the internet and can be left sad or angry about what they find.

Long delays after multi-vehicle smash

Long delays after multi-vehicle smash

Traffic was backed up for 90 minutes following a crash that blocked a busy route.

KCC handed £4m cash boost

KCC handed £4m cash boost

The government has released more funding to help ease the growing pressure on Kent's adult social care services.

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Man found dead on pavement named

Man found dead on pavement named

Police have named a pedestrian found dead on a pavement and have arrested a man on suspicion of assault and theft.

Bidder snaps up flat at bargain price

Bidder snaps up flat at bargain price

A modernised one bedroom flat in Kent has gone under the hammer - and you won't believe how much it sold for.

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Petrol station armed robbery thwarted

Petrol station armed robbery thwarted

Customers and staff stopped a hooded man armed with a screwdriver from escaping with more than £300 during a 'brazen' raid.

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BMW owners warned after multiple thefts from cars

BMW owners warned after multiple thefts from cars

BMW owners are being warned after four cars were targeted in the same residential area, in just 48 hours.

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Protest ahead of club closure meeting

Protest ahead of club closure meeting

Protesters are making their voices heard ahead of a council cabinet meeting where the closure of a golf course is to be discussed.

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Police warning to youngsters carrying knives

Police warning to youngsters carrying knives

An awareness campaign is being held by police to educate youths on the dangers of knife crime.

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Child airlifted to hospital from school

Child airlifted to hospital from school

A girl has been flown to hospital after being injured in a sports accident at a school.

Armed gang target elderly women for jewellery

Armed gang target elderly women for jewellery

Five masked men, armed with bats, forced their way into a house and threatened two elderly women before ripping jewellery off them.

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'Molly shines bright as a star forever glowing'

'Molly shines bright as a star forever glowing'

The family of Molly McLaren have spoken of their agony at her murder and commitment to raising awareness of stalking as the man responsible is jailed.

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New rooftop terrace and bar for town centre pub

New rooftop terrace and bar for town centre pub

Plans to open a rooftop bar and terrace at a popular town centre pub have been revealed.

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Council refuses to turn castle purple - because of Ukip

Council refuses to turn castle purple - because of Ukip

A council has snubbed a request to turn a landmark purple to mark 100 years since some women got the vote - in case it gives Ukip an unfair advantage.

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Jury retires to consider verdicts in car park murder trial

Jury retires to consider verdicts in car park murder trial

The jury has retired to consider their verdicts after a woman was repeatedly stabbed in a shopping centre car park.

Parents in court after days-old baby suffered fractures

Parents in court after days-old baby suffered fractures

A child was just 41 days old when he was found with eight fractures to his limbs and left with life-changing injuries, a court's heard.

Council tight-lipped over cost of flats

Council tight-lipped over cost of flats

Critics say council bosses are lacking transparency after they refused to reveal how much they paid for 28 high-quality apartments.

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Amber severe weather alert issued

Amber severe weather alert issued

The Met Office has called a level three cold weather alert, meaning the elderly and vulnerable are at particular risk.

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Ukip under fire as split shakes up local party

Ukip under fire as split shakes up local party

The future control of a council is in doubt after a dozen Ukip councillors announced they were leaving the party.

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Pair launch group to help men speak out

Pair launch group to help men speak out

A painter and decorator rocked by personal tragedy has launched a Facebook group with his friend to help men open up about their problems.

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Research to shed light on rare mummified baby

Research to shed light on rare mummified baby

It is hoped scans will help identify a mummified Egyptian baby on display at a Kent museum, which is one of the youngest ever discovered.

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