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Man charged for escaping from custody

Man charged for escaping from custody

07 February 2023

A man has been charged with escaping from lawful custody after allegedly fleeing court.

Closed Co-op completely emptied for revamp

Closed Co-op completely emptied for revamp

07 February 2023

A Co-op which closed suddenly has now been completely emptied as work continues to repair floor and upgrade the interior.

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Family's heartbreaking tribute to 'loving and kind' paramedic, 32

Family's heartbreaking tribute to 'loving and kind' paramedic, 32

07 February 2023

Devastated friends and family have paid tributes to a "charismatic and compassionate" animal rescue volunteer following her tragic death aged 32.

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Kent animal park facing lawsuits after legionella found at hotel

Kent animal park facing lawsuits after legionella found at hotel

06 February 2023

A Kent animal park is facing potential lawsuits after two guests who stayed at one of its hotels in 2021 were later diagnosed with a serious illness.

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Multi-car crash blocks road

Multi-car crash blocks road

06 February 2023

A car crash has caused traffic chaos this morning.

21 fantastic ideas for the February half term

21 fantastic ideas for the February half term

06 February 2023

Keep the kids entertained with Lego workshops, muddy puddles, a trip to the circus and much more.

Fascist photo shame councillor is 'good bloke' says Tory candidate

Fascist photo shame councillor is 'good bloke' says Tory candidate

05 February 2023

A councillor who quit after photos emerged of him wearing fascist insignia is a "good bloke" according to the Tory candidate standing against him.

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'I waited five years for a beach hut - I'd never give it up'

'I waited five years for a beach hut - I'd never give it up'

05 February 2023

The popularity of beach huts along one stretch of the Kent coast has seen the waiting list grow to more than 700.

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We had a vintage makeover and the results were something else

We had a vintage makeover and the results were something else

05 February 2023

With his wardrobe in need of a refresh, we sent our reporter to try out some of the most popular retro looks at a quirky pre-loved fashion boutique.

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Councillor suspended over fascist links to stand for re-election

Councillor suspended over fascist links to stand for re-election

04 February 2023

A former county councillor who quit his role after 'blackshirt' pictures of him emerged is to fight to regain his old seat.

Naked man shouted at woman in street after taking ketamine

Naked man shouted at woman in street after taking ketamine

04 February 2023

A man who had taken various substances was found naked in the street by police "shouting profanities and insults" at a woman.

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Man's lip 'ripped off' in dog attack

Man's lip 'ripped off' in dog attack

03 February 2023

A dog reportedly "ripped" a man's lip off in a shocking attack.

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Man's £800 bill for not picking up dog poo

Man's £800 bill for not picking up dog poo

03 February 2023

A man appeared at court and was ordered to pay a hefty bill after not picking up his dog's poo.

Prisoner busts out of court dock and flees building

Prisoner busts out of court dock and flees building

03 February 2023

A suspect has managed to flee a courtroom after escaping from the dock during a hearing in scenes reminiscent of a hit BBC crime drama.

Joy as school bucks trend to bag 'outstanding' Ofsted rating

Joy as school bucks trend to bag 'outstanding' Ofsted rating

03 February 2023

Ofsted inspectors have found a town's grammar school remains "outstanding" - despite hundreds having their status downgraded since the pandemic.

Warning after phone scammers target pensioners

Warning after phone scammers target pensioners

02 February 2023

Police are urging people to be vigilant after scammers posing as officers targeted pensioners in order to try and access their bank accounts.

Man arrested after high street mugging attempts

Man arrested after high street mugging attempts

02 February 2023

A man has been arrested following two attempted robberies within five minutes of each other on a high street.

'People call me a bad mum - but I won't change my school-run outfits'

'People call me a bad mum - but I won't change my school-run outfits'

02 February 2023

A defiant mum has vowed not to change her eccentric style - despite being called "disgusting" by strangers on the school run.

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Sadness as historic pub permanently closes

Sadness as historic pub permanently closes

01 February 2023

Punters have expressed their sadness after a historic high street pub shut its doors for the last time.

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Drivers blinded by ‘strobe effect glare’ from seaside hoardings

Drivers blinded by ‘strobe effect glare’ from seaside hoardings

01 February 2023

There are fears the “strobe-effect” glare coming from bright hoardings along a seafront road could distract drivers and lead to an accident.

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