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Navy's latest warship commissioned in 'hugely significant' ceremony
19 September 2019HMS Medway was officially brought into active service in the Royal Navy today.
'Rotting' mess left near soldiers' graves
19 September 2019Complaints have been made after flowers and grave markers were dug up and dirty nappies were left at a military cemetery.
Man with sword cautioned
18 September 2019A warning has been issued to a man spotted with a sword who sparked a huge police response involving armed officers and a helicopter.
Attention! It's time to give a Salute to the 40s
18 September 2019The popular annual Salute to the 40s event will bring fashion, a funfair, music and history of the era, plus a special performance, this weekend.
Where to see the Navy's latest warship in Kent
17 September 2019A warship is arriving in the part of Kent she was named after today — here's all the places you can see her.
Former POW to return to battlefield
08 September 2019A veteran is to make an emotional visit to the place he was taken prisoner by the Germans 75 years ago.
Military Odyssey to do bank holiday battle
21 August 2019Thousands of re-enactors will be staging battles from throughout history at the annual Military Odyssey show this bank holiday.
VJ Day to be marked at memorial
15 August 2019Dignitaries will gather to honour Forgotten Army war heroes in a VJ Day service in the grounds of a castle.
No planes fly on first day of military show
11 August 2019Spitfires and Hurricanes are expected to return to the skies after the weather caused problems.
Veteran, 106, has medals stolen again
07 August 2019Military medals belonging to a war veteran and his father have been stolen for a second time.
Celebrating 100 years of RBLI
11 July 2019A 150-mile bike ride across three countries will mark 100 years since Royal British Legion Industries began.
Prince flies into barracks to honour Gurkhas
09 July 2019The Prince of Wales was the guest of honour at a Gurkha medal presentation in Kent.
Prince of Wales arrives at barracks
09 July 2019Prince Charles arrived by helicopter at a barracks to honour Kent's Gurkhas.
Prince of Wales to honour Kent's Gurkhas
02 July 2019The Prince of Wales will present medals to Kent’s Gurkhas at a parade following their latest mission in Afghanistan.
Fire station to rescue after council flagpole shambles
01 July 2019Red-faced council officials have apologised after a ceremony to mark Armed Forces Day almost flopped.
Red Arrows wow crowds with stunning display
30 June 2019About 100,000 people stared spellbound at the skies above the English Channel as the Red Arrows gave another spectacular performance.
Medic's bravery under fire on D-Day
30 June 2019A medic from Kent who took part in the D-Day landings was given a Victoria Cross for his courage.
How you can celebrate Armed Forces Day 2019
26 June 2019Events are taking place across the county this weekend in celebration of those who risk their lives protecting our country.
What is being done to support Kent's veterans in need?
24 June 2019A report has branded the universal credit system 'harsh and confusing' for veterans - the KM Community podcast found out what is being done.
Remembering Kent's Doodlebug Summer
24 June 2019Doodlebugs began raining down on Kent towards the end of the Second World War. In a series of special features, we talk to people who lived through the drama.
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Only shop in village to shut this week as ‘devastated’ couple leave Kent
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A-road shut in both directions after water main bursts
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Mum joined teen son in smashing up ex’s family home and car
