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IT problem causes GP chaos across county

IT problem causes GP chaos across county

A Kent-wide IT problem for GP practices is causing problems for patients trying to ring in and book appointments.

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Dad of boy who died in nursery choking tragedy blasts childcare plans

Dad of boy who died in nursery choking tragedy blasts childcare plans

The father of a baby boy who died after choking at nursery says changes in the Chancellor's budget pose "safeguarding risks" to children.

Development to 'completely transform high street' given go-ahead

Development to 'completely transform high street' given go-ahead

A bid to tear down a row of popular shops has been given the go-ahead - despite concerns it would force cars to flood town centre roads.

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Further arrest in murder investigation

Further arrest in murder investigation

A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a shooting in the street.

Ann Summers founder dies

Ann Summers founder dies

The woman who founded lingerie brand Ann Summers has died seven years after being diagnosed with breast cancer.

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World-famous jazz musician known for Pink Panther theme dies

World-famous jazz musician known for Pink Panther theme dies

A legendary musician who played with Paul McCartney and helped put together the iconic theme tune from The Pink Panther has died at the age of 88.

Leisure centres close after firm goes into liquidation

Leisure centres close after firm goes into liquidation

Two leisure centres and a golf course have shut today after the company that manages them went bust.

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Antiques Roadshow Take That trophy is worth more... because it is damaged

Antiques Roadshow Take That trophy is worth more... because it is damaged

The value of a dented Silver Clef trophy once owned by Robbie Williams was revealed by an expert on Antiques Roadshow.

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Woman still fighting for life three months on from deadly O2 crush

Woman still fighting for life three months on from deadly O2 crush

The Met Police has renewed its appeal for witnesses following the crushing at the O2 Brixton Academy which killed a Kent security guard.

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'Car wash broke and ruined my bumper'

'Car wash broke and ruined my bumper'

A Navy veteran left 'terrified' when a Tesco car wash malfunctioned with him inside found himself in a battle to get compensation.

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'I lost my job of 35 years but it let me follow my dream'

'I lost my job of 35 years but it let me follow my dream'

A head chef left devastated when he was made redundant is now running his own hotel just 12 months later.

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It may not have a sign but this pub is crying out for the support of its locals

It may not have a sign but this pub is crying out for the support of its locals

Secret Drinker pays a visit to a pub that's in desperate need of the support of its village.

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'Mistakes were made but the restaurant is better now'

'Mistakes were made but the restaurant is better now'

Bosses at an Indian restaurant which scored the lowest food hygiene rating possible have made changes and say a new inspection has shown improvements.

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'Outstanding' care home praised after achieving 'rare feat'

'Outstanding' care home praised after achieving 'rare feat'

A care home has received its third consecutive 'Outstanding' report from the health watchdog becoming one of a rare few to achieve the feat.

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Sacked workers and supporters rally one year since P&O scandal

Sacked workers and supporters rally one year since P&O scandal

Fired workers and supporters have taken to the streets to mark one year since the P&O scandal, in which nearly 800 seafarers lost their jobs.

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Huge new play park vandalised on opening weekend

Huge new play park vandalised on opening weekend

Vandals who defaced a pirate-themed play park on its opening weekend have been caught and ordered to pay the clean up costs.

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Ferry services suspended due to 'industrial action'

Ferry services suspended due to 'industrial action'

Strike action across the Channel has forced some ferry operators to suspend sailings.

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Delays on M2 after crash

Delays on M2 after crash

Drivers are facing queues after reports two vehicles collided on a busy motorway.

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Incredible deer mural appears in town centre

Incredible deer mural appears in town centre

A stunning mural of a young deer has been created in a town centre, and is one of 14 art installations being designed.

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Mystery man in bowler hat sparks Banksy rumour

Mystery man in bowler hat sparks Banksy rumour

He's famous for keeping his identity a secret - but builders think they spotted Banksy himself in Kent this morning.

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Dangerous drivers and waste carriers stopped in police crackdown

Dangerous drivers and waste carriers stopped in police crackdown

A series of police patrols and stop checks has seen motorists stopped for numerous traffic and environmental infringements.

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Six years and still no GP surgery on new estate

Six years and still no GP surgery on new estate

A developer has been criticised for failing to deliver a promised medical centre at its 1,000-home garden village.

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Thousands more in line for £100 energy voucher...are you eligible?

Thousands more in line for £100 energy voucher...are you eligible?

Thousands of people in Kent are now eligible for an extra £100 to help pay their energy bills as a result of changes to a support scheme's criteria.

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Two teens admit stabbing boys in car park violence

Two teens admit stabbing boys in car park violence

A pair of teenagers have admitted stabbing two boys in a car park.

Wrong patient received biopsy at scandal-hit trust

Wrong patient received biopsy at scandal-hit trust

Surgical staff gave the wrong patient a biopsy while a vaginal swab was left inside a woman during a hospital procedure, it has been revealed.

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Green light for 'bold and quirky' seafront makeover

Green light for 'bold and quirky' seafront makeover

Plans to transform a prominent pair of businesses close to the centre of a Kent town have been given the go-ahead.

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Boost for Kent's nuclear energy future

Boost for Kent's nuclear energy future

Calls for the government to retain some kind of nuclear energy production in Kent have been given a boost by the Chancellor.

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Luxury seafront house won in prize draw put up for sale

Luxury seafront house won in prize draw put up for sale

A couple who won a "unique" cliffside house in a nationwide raffle have put it on the market just six months after their win.

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'Nightmare road closure will cost firms thousands'

'Nightmare road closure will cost firms thousands'

Roadworks causing “absolute chaos” through the centre of a town could leave high street firms up to £1 million out of pocket, shopkeepers believe.

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'Metal spikes on beach could impale someone!'

'Metal spikes on beach could impale someone!'

The discovery of sharp pieces of metal on a Kent beach has sparked fears someone could be "impaled" while walking along the seafront.

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