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International singer's online gig raises £10k for concert venue

International singer's online gig raises £10k for concert venue

A musical institution, which is in jeopardy because of the lockdown, received a boost after a folk singer's online concert.

'Is Covid-19 my death sentence?'

'Is Covid-19 my death sentence?'

A cancer patient has shared her emotional story of the uncertainty caused by cancellation of treatment during the coronavirus pandemic.

'He stands as an example to us all'

'He stands as an example to us all'

A former mayor and long-standing councillor has died.

'Remarkable' boy, 4, helps save grandad's life

'Remarkable' boy, 4, helps save grandad's life

A four-year-old who helped to save his grandfather's life has received a national award for his efforts.

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Vintage car abandoned in barn for 40 years now worth £200k

Vintage car abandoned in barn for 40 years now worth £200k

A Jaguar E-Type has been transformed from a rusting wreck into a motoring masterpiece

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Kerrang Awards winner to play online gig for struggling music venue

Kerrang Awards winner to play online gig for struggling music venue

As much loved music venues face uncertain futures, a popular folk singer will raise funds for the institutions through Facebook gigs.

'We are part of the NHS, we are not separate'

'We are part of the NHS, we are not separate'

A doctor recovering from coronavirus says the immigrants working in the NHS deserve more recognition for their part in fighting Covid-19.

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Man charged after 'coughing in officer's face'

Man charged after 'coughing in officer's face'

A man has been charged with assault after reports he coughed in a police officer's face when asked about Covid-19 symptoms.

Free entry to NHS staff

Free entry to NHS staff

A second club from the Southern Counties East are to give NHS staff free access to games for the whole of next season.

Helicopter searches for van after crash with police

Helicopter searches for van after crash with police

A police helicopter was deployed to help locate a van after the driver is alleged to have deliberately crashed into a patrol car.

Woman wins battle against virus and thanks NHS staff

Woman wins battle against virus and thanks NHS staff

A writing tutor and poet has thanked staff at a hospital for the way she was treated while she battled Covid-19.

Writer releases new crime thriller

Writer releases new crime thriller

A TV actor who turned his talents to writing has released a new thriller telling a tale of murder and corruption in high places.

School's online dance-off fun

School's online dance-off fun

School may be closed because of the coronavirus outbreak but that has not stopped these pupils and staff getting together to raise cash for charity.

How to do a manicure at home

How to do a manicure at home

With salons across the county shut, we asked an expert how you can do a manicure in the comfort of your own home.

Fire engines and ambulances outside community centre

Fire engines and ambulances outside community centre

Fire crew and paramedics have been spotted in a residential street, where a witness says a woman was lifted through a window.

Pensioners targeted by fake bank staff

Pensioners targeted by fake bank staff

Police are warning people to be wary after reports of pensioners getting calls from criminals posing as bank officials.

Birds of prey display team accused of operating illegally

Birds of prey display team accused of operating illegally

An animal welfare charity has called out a birds of prey team for not carrying the required licence.

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Nurse says Southeastern is 'cashing in'

Nurse says Southeastern is 'cashing in'

A front line NHS worker from Tunbridge Wells says a rail firm is taking advantage of key workers by charging more for tickets.

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NHS nurse stranded in Philippines desperate to get home and help

NHS nurse stranded in Philippines desperate to get home and help

An intensive care nurse has described feeling "utterly useless" amid his struggle to get a flight back to the UK to help with the outbreak.

Dealers not welcome here

Dealers not welcome here

Three people have appeared in court after police crack down on drugs.

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