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‘It’s the absolute worst’: Despair over traffic jams at leisure centre car park

‘It’s the absolute worst’: Despair over traffic jams at leisure centre car park

People parking at a sports centre say the traffic is “absolutely crazy” with many late for activities after getting stuck in long queues.

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Beds in the garden help hospital unit become one of the best

Beds in the garden help hospital unit become one of the best

An intensive care unit has received top marks for its care of patients, earning it national recognition.

Women arrested after allegedly using pushchair to steal clothes

Women arrested after allegedly using pushchair to steal clothes

Three women have been arrested after more than £300 worth of items were reportedly stolen from a shop.

Controversial plans for traffic restrictions scrapped after survey

Controversial plans for traffic restrictions scrapped after survey

‘Ridiculous’ proposals to bring in one-way streets and to close some roads to traffic in one Kent town have been dropped after public opposition.

New car showroom for Ford, Mazda and Kia at former John Lewis site

New car showroom for Ford, Mazda and Kia at former John Lewis site

A family firm with a long history has been helping spread festive cheer ahead of opening new car showrooms.

Two taken to hospital after crash on busy route

Two taken to hospital after crash on busy route

Drivers are facing delays following a crash on a busy road.

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Rugby club could be on move as grounds earmarked for homes

Rugby club could be on move as grounds earmarked for homes

Proposals to relocate a rugby club as part of a scheme to build more than 350 homes has been met with huge opposition.

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Gang behind robberies and bottle attacks in park behind bars for Christmas

Gang behind robberies and bottle attacks in park behind bars for Christmas

Three teenagers and a 20-year-old man involved in a crime spree that saw one unfortunate victim targeted three times have appeared in court.

'It's already an ugly building, now it's going to be much worse’

'It's already an ugly building, now it's going to be much worse’

Plans to extend a block of flats upwards have been approved despite dozens of objections from neighbours.

Beatles’ legend’s beer could provide lifeline for animal charity

Beatles’ legend’s beer could provide lifeline for animal charity

A cash-strapped animal centre is hoping a gift of beer from Sir Paul McCartney will save the day.

‘I want to prepare this new generation’: Montessori pre-school opens in town

‘I want to prepare this new generation’: Montessori pre-school opens in town

A new pre-school implementing the Montessori Method, using wooden toys and specially designed apparatus, opens in a town centre.

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Davina McCall expresses ‘huge gratitude’ after six-hour brain surgery

Davina McCall expresses ‘huge gratitude’ after six-hour brain surgery

The former Big Brother presenter has taken to Instagram to share her first update since having brain surgery.

Taxi fares could jump to second priciest in county

Taxi fares could jump to second priciest in county

Hard-pressed cabbies are hoping the go-ahead is given to plans to hike the amount they can charge their customers.

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Man threatened to cut person’s throat hours after prison release

Man threatened to cut person’s throat hours after prison release

A man who made threats to kill just hours after being released from prison has been sentenced to two years and three months’ imprisonment.

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Giant gingerbread advent calendar appears in shop window

Giant gingerbread advent calendar appears in shop window

The 3m tall “Festive Windough” display has been made by an international baking firm and took 14 days to build.

‘Police incident’ closes road

‘Police incident’ closes road

Traffic was held by police in both directions on the A21 after a serious accident.

CGI released after woman sexually assaulted in residential street

CGI released after woman sexually assaulted in residential street

A CGI of a man has been released after a woman was sexually assaulted in a town street.

Kent TV presenter Davina McCall recovering after ‘utterly exhausting’ brain surgery

Kent TV presenter Davina McCall recovering after ‘utterly exhausting’ brain surgery

The TV star, who lives in the county, is now out of surgery and recovering in ICU as a precaution, her partner Michael said.

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Christmas carousel to join family-favourite ice rink and Ferris wheel

Christmas carousel to join family-favourite ice rink and Ferris wheel

A town is set to grow its festive offering with a new ride, despite fears over the damage it will do to the grass.

Bar, bakery and cocktail bar open at shopping centre

Bar, bakery and cocktail bar open at shopping centre

Four new retailers offering food, drink and art are launching at a shopping centre.

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