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Matt Leclere - mleclere@thekmgroup.co.uk

Matt Leclere joined the KM Group in 2013 as a reporter for the Folkestone and Hythe Express before moving to the Thanet Extra and Faversham news in 2019. Later that year he became chief reporter for the Medway Messenger, Gravesend Messenger and Dartford Messenger.

Rubbish spills into river after ‘idiotic’ vandals lob bins into water

20 November 2024

Rubbish was left spewing into a river after “idiotic” vandals lobbed six bins into the water.

‘I wanted to order everything!’: The fishmongers dishing up seafood ‘street food’ to die for

24 October 2024

Our reviewer visits a foodie haven to see if one of its newest offerings has carved out a niche in the market…

Police called to concerns for woman on bridge

14 October 2024

Police have been called after concerns for a woman’s welfare on a busy bridge over a dual carriageway.

Stranded ship with explosive cargo ‘poses no threat’, owners insist

04 October 2024

A ship stranded at anchor off the Kent coast due to fears over its potentially explosive cargo poses “no threat in its current state”.

'Foodie capital of Kent is a bit Shoreditch - but there's nothing wrong with that!'

29 August 2024

Our reviewer visits one of Kent’s foodie hotspots to sample the fun atmosphere with some excellent pizza.

Crash causing delays on bypass

22 August 2024

A crash involving one vehicle is causing major traffic issues and queues.

Delays expected as roadworks shut tunnel

11 August 2024

Motorists are facing long delays due to roadworks at the Dartford Crossing while roadworks take place inside one of the tunnels.

KentOnline scoops best website award

29 July 2024

KentOnline has been named the best news website while several reporters are also celebrating success at Kent’s annual journalism awards ceremony.

‘Oh my God, I can’t believe how great this show was’

09 July 2024

Huge hits and massive noise - the Kaiser Chiefs certainly let you know they were in town and our reviewer was there to relive his teenage years.

Crash leads to part-closure of Dartford Crossing

02 June 2024

A crash in one of the tunnels at the Dartford Crossing is causing delays.

'What it lacks in kerb appeal is made up for with five-star food’

30 May 2024

We sent our reviewer to a tucked away side street restaurant after seeing it feature in a celebrity chef’s recent showcase on the town’s food scene.

Missing man found ‘safe and well’

05 May 2024

A police helicopter had been called to aid the search for a missing man.

Biker dies in race circuit crash tragedy

05 May 2024

A motorcyclist has died in a fatal crash during a track day at a Kent motorsports circuit.

Aerosol explosion sparks fire in home

10 April 2024

An aerosol can and lighter exploded setting a bathroom alight and destroying the room sparking a warning from firefighters.

Major dual carriageway blocked by rush-hour crash

05 April 2024

Drivers have been warned of delays on a busy dual carriageway after a rush-hour crash.

Vehicle fire blocks motoroway

04 April 2024

Firefighters are battling a blaze on the motorway after a vehicle fire blocked the M20.

Air ambulance takes cyclist to hospital after crash in woods

04 April 2024

A cyclist has been airlifted to hospital after a crash while riding in woodland.

Arrests after ‘machete’ attack outside bar

30 March 2024

A man attacked outside a seafront bar with a knife believed to be a machete was taken to hospital while three people have been arrested.

Vehicle fire blocks part of motorway

30 March 2024

A vehicle fire forced part of a motorway to close while it was extinguished.

Run-down tennis courts net major upgrade

28 March 2024

Public tennis courts which have fallen into poor condition are set to be served with a major upgrade.

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