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Hunt for van driver after crash kills pensioner

Hunt for van driver after crash kills pensioner

07 February 2023

Detectives want to speak to the owner of a vehicle which was parked at the location of a fatal collision which killed a 75-year-old.

Town centre butcher under investigation after zero hygiene rating

Town centre butcher under investigation after zero hygiene rating

07 February 2023

A butcher whose shop has been given the worst possible hygiene rating is urging the council to reinspect the business as soon as possible.

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Duo jailed for robbing Olympic athlete at knifepoint

Duo jailed for robbing Olympic athlete at knifepoint

07 February 2023

Two men, including one from Kent, have been sentenced after they punched and threatened a GB cyclist with a knife.

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Coronation street party applications open

Coronation street party applications open

07 February 2023

Coronation street parties will take place across the UK in May for King Charles but neighbours have just weeks left to submit their applications.

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Makeover of children's play areas continues

Makeover of children's play areas continues

07 February 2023

A second play area is receiving a facelift as part of a programme of improvements across a town's parks.

'Everyone is shocked - he was a nice guy at school'

'Everyone is shocked - he was a nice guy at school'

07 February 2023

Former classmates of a man found dead at his home have been left in shock after it was revealed police suspect he murdered his wife and child.

Stadium revamp plan green-lit despite fears of 'obliterated' history

Stadium revamp plan green-lit despite fears of 'obliterated' history

07 February 2023

Kent County Cricket Club’s bid to revamp its stadium has been given the green light - despite fears the scheme will “obliterate” the site's history.

New Dickens letter coming to Kent

New Dickens letter coming to Kent

07 February 2023

On Charles Dickens' birthday it's been revealed a 150-year-old letter will be displayed in part of the county.

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Council u-turns on 'ridiculous' Sunday parking charges plan

Council u-turns on 'ridiculous' Sunday parking charges plan

07 February 2023

Controversial plans to introduce Sunday parking fees have been dropped after critics branded the idea "ridiculous".

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Can Greggs survive in the town that snubbed Subway?

Can Greggs survive in the town that snubbed Subway?

07 February 2023

Bakery giant Greggs may struggle when it opens its first site in a part of Kent where "people like their local shops", traders have warned.

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Drunk nightclub bar manager called police officer a 'retard'

Drunk nightclub bar manager called police officer a 'retard'

07 February 2023

A drunk nightclub bar manager has been fined after becoming confrontational when asked to leave a private police car park.

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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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Missing woman found safe and well

Missing woman found safe and well

06 February 2023

A missing 61-year-old woman has been safely located following a police appeal.

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'Why object to a small house - it's not a supermarket'

'Why object to a small house - it's not a supermarket'

06 February 2023

Some members of the public are supporting an MP's plan to build a new house, with one calling it a "well thought out design".

Jilted thug beat up ex after finding her with another man

Jilted thug beat up ex after finding her with another man

06 February 2023

A jilted lover subjected his ex-partner to a terrifying beating after breaking into her home and finding her with a man.

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Buzzard dies after being shot

Buzzard dies after being shot

06 February 2023

Police are investigating alongside the RSPCA after a bird of prey was shot out of the sky and needed to be put to sleep.

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Drug drive arrest after two-car crash

Drug drive arrest after two-car crash

06 February 2023

A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence of drugs after a two-car crash.

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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Two million homes to get £200 help with heating bills from this week

Two million homes to get £200 help with heating bills from this week

06 February 2023

Two million homes are to get an extra £200 in help to cover the cost of winter heating bills and the money will start arriving from this week.

Designer clothes shop could replace empty Fremlin Walk units

Designer clothes shop could replace empty Fremlin Walk units

06 February 2023

Plans for a "luxury" clothes shop to convert four town centre units have been submitted to the council.

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