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Two hurt by falling debris as turkey and tinsel trip turns into nightmare

Two hurt by falling debris as turkey and tinsel trip turns into nightmare

21 November 2022

A coach driver and a holidaymaker on a turkey and tinsel trip were hurt after part of the fascia of a seafront hotel collapsed into the street.

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'Heavy rain and 44mph winds - but at least England win'

'Heavy rain and 44mph winds - but at least England win'

21 November 2022

We brave the wet and wild conditions to watch England open their winter World Cup campaign on the big screen.

'My links to fascists were made in spirit of education'

'My links to fascists were made in spirit of education'

17 November 2022

A Conservative county councillor has apologised after pictures emerged from his time as a member of an openly-fascist group.

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Inside Kent's newest McDonald's... it's not quite what it seems

Inside Kent's newest McDonald's... it's not quite what it seems

16 November 2022

It may appear huge from the outside, but this new McDonald's in a Tesco car park shows looks can be deceiving.

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'Unwell' man jailed after repeatedly trying to enter UK

'Unwell' man jailed after repeatedly trying to enter UK

16 November 2022

A 'desperate' Afghanistan man - who has entered the UK illegally several times - was found trying to cross the Channel in a small boat again.

Kent Tory councillor suspended after 'blackshirt' pictures emerge

Kent Tory councillor suspended after 'blackshirt' pictures emerge

16 November 2022

A Conservative councillor has been suspended after pictures emerged which appear to show him attending a rally as part of an openly-fascist group.

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Our guide to Kent's best pantos this Christmas

Our guide to Kent's best pantos this Christmas

16 November 2022

Find your nearest wicked step-sisters and dashing princes with our guide on how to get tickets to Kent’s top festive shows.

Miriam Margolyes to speak at book festival

Miriam Margolyes to speak at book festival

15 November 2022

The 10-day festival celebrates a range of acclaimed authors, including the Harry Potter actress, with talks, panel discussions and workshops.

Dealer jailed after phones, drugs and knives found in search

Dealer jailed after phones, drugs and knives found in search

14 November 2022

A county lines drug dealer who stashed drugs, cash and weapons at a base in Kent has been jailed.

Inside the world of football shirt collectors

Inside the world of football shirt collectors

14 November 2022

We meet the collectors from Kent whose passion for soccer replica kits has lead them on a quest to track down rare and coveted shirts.

Toddler found wandering street alone

Toddler found wandering street alone

14 November 2022

Police were called after a toddler was found wandering down a street alone.

New deal for asylum seeker crisis

New deal for asylum seeker crisis

14 November 2022

France and Britain have today signed a fresh agreement to tackle the continuing problem of small boat crossings.

Villagers' anger over 'super-bright' pub sign keeping them up at night

Villagers' anger over 'super-bright' pub sign keeping them up at night

14 November 2022

Frustrated residents say a rural pub's "grossly inappropriate" sign is keeping them up at night and are calling for it to be moved.

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Woman found dead above takeaway 'wasn't murdered'

Woman found dead above takeaway 'wasn't murdered'

14 November 2022

A murder probe launched by detectives after the grisly discovery of a body over an Indian restaurant has been closed.

Southeastern confirms strike date in fresh blow for passengers

Southeastern confirms strike date in fresh blow for passengers

13 November 2022

Southeastern has confirmed its drivers are set to stage another strike.

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Channel crossings UK exceed 40,000 for the year

Channel crossings UK exceed 40,000 for the year

13 November 2022

More than 40,000 asylum seekers have crossed the English Channel to the UK so far this year, government figures have shown.

'I spent the night at ‘UK’s worst hotel''

'I spent the night at ‘UK’s worst hotel''

12 November 2022

KentOnline reporter James Pallant drew the short straw and spent the night at the 'UK's worst hotel'. Here's how he got on....

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Sara Pascoe takes new stand-up show on the road

Sara Pascoe takes new stand-up show on the road

12 November 2022

The comedian is asking what it really means to be successful in her new show, which is coming to theatres across the country.

Bus operator to hike fares

Bus operator to hike fares

11 November 2022

A bus firm is putting up its tickets prices this weekend - with fares rising by 40% for commuters in some towns.

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Shock as popular hotel announces 'immediate' closure

Shock as popular hotel announces 'immediate' closure

11 November 2022

A popular seafront hotel has announced its closure with "immediate effect", leaving locals and staff shocked and upset.

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