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Person dies at scene after crash on busy road A person has died in a serious accident that closed a busy road this morning.
Five men charged after multiple vehicles stolen in less than a month Five men charged after multiple vehicles stolen in less than a month A group of men have been charged with conspiracy offences after vehicles were reported stolen during a series of break-ins across Kent.
Carpenter killed as truck’s trailer ‘came loose and rolled into his van’ A carpenter was killed when a trailer came loose from a truck and rolled into his van, an inquest has heard.
Migrant smugglers jailed after nine people found in lorry Migrant smugglers jailed after nine people found in lorry Two men have been jailed after attempting to smuggle migrants in the back of a lorry - despite one claiming he was collecting a coffee table. 2
Rowdy peaco*ck rescued after “roaming” streets for six months Rowdy peaco*ck rescued after “roaming” streets for six months A noisy peaco*ck whose loud mating calls from the tops of houses “concerned” neighbours has finally been captured - in an Ikea bag. 2 Government urged to delay fresh border checks amid huge disruption fears Government urged to delay fresh border checks amid huge disruption fears The government could phase in checks on imported goods entering the UK amid fears they could lead to significant disruption. 11
‘Kent council bosses deserve huge pay - they could be earning more’ ‘Kent council bosses deserve huge pay - they could be earning more’ New research reveals dozens of senior Kent council staff earn more than £100,000 a year - but one expert argues such high pay is fully deserved. 91 ‘How did thieves swipe our bronze garden statues while we were home?’ ‘How did thieves swipe our bronze garden statues while we were home?’ The owner of multiple solid bronze statues says it is like they were “beamed out of the sky” as they vanished from her garden. 8
Locked-out OAP charged £1,600 by ‘rogue trader’ to access home Locked-out OAP charged £1,600 by ‘rogue trader’ to access home A pensioner left locked out of her home believes she was ripped off by a “rogue trader” who charged a staggering £1,600 to get her into the property. 63
Woman, 36, accused of stealing Lindt Chocolate and Nike clothes Woman, 36, accused of stealing Lindt Chocolate and Nike clothes A woman is due in court after chocolate, sportswear and clothing were reportedly stolen from a shopping centre.
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- 72 Hated seafront plaza set to be scrapped just months after introduction 4
- 11 Much-loved campsite forced to close after landslides 5
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11 “Shame on them!” Gillingham react as big changes are made to the FA Cup Gillingham bosses and the supporters’ club have reacted angrily to changes made to the FA Cup competition from next season onwards.
1 Gillingham hoping to dampen the Mansfield party Gillingham hoping to dampen the Mansfield party Gillingham head coach Stephen Clemence isn’t expecting an easy ride at Mansfield - even though their weekend opponents have already sealed promotion.
Survival would mean more Ebbsfleet’s fate is in their hands this weekend and keeper Mark Cousins says staying up will top last season’s title triumph.
DFDS Kent Women’s Plate Final Corker takes pride from defeat 2 Injury updates from Gillingham - George Lapslie in a fitness battle to face former team No top-five finish but Bay platform placed
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Is this pub the answer to our canine conundrum? Our reviewer went on the hunt for the best spot for Sunday lunch after a country ramble with his four-legged friend in tow.
What questions should you ask when buying a puppy? With Crufts hitting TV screens – and many puppies born in spring – vets are sharing the questions those thinking of buying a dog this year should ask. 2
Kent worst place for XL bully thefts outside of London New figures have revealed Kent to have the second highest reports of dog thefts in the UK. 27
‘Superhero’ pup chosen as face of national ad campaign A special assistance dog has been picked from thousands to be the new star of a pet food advert. 2
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2 Dates confirmed for Christmas light trail Dates confirmed for Christmas light trail A second festive light trail featuring jaw-dropping installations has announced it will return this year. Find out how to book your tickets.
3 Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you? Secret Drinker lets his dog take the lead as they head to a seaside haven for those on two legs and four
Outdoor concert series returns to town centre Outdoor concert series returns to town centre The live music series features open-air performances from 20 jazz, funk, rock and pop artists.
Annual lambing weekend could see up to 10,000 visitors
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4 The world-famous Kent cottage and the tragic artist who made it his home A new book gives a rare glimpse inside the home of one of the nation’s most influential artists.
‘She was happy and planning for the future’ ‘She was happy and planning for the future’ Ten years ago, Peaches Geldof took an accidental heroin overdose at her Kent home - and left the watching world and her family in shock.
4 The major Hollywood films and TV shows filmed at top Kent tourist attraction Since the Royal Navy left it 40 years ago today, one Kent tourist attraction has gone on to become a major location for Hollywood movies and TV shows.
36 What ever happened to Little Chef and its famous ‘Olympic breakfast’? Rod Hull: How a house in Kent would spell financial ruin for Emu star ‘Primark and Peter Andre’s perfume’: Bluewater’s biggest crowds revisited 15 Legendary Kent nightclub was ‘everybody’s second home and last resort’
8 Pictures from much-loved Kent pubs that closed in the 2000s 5 ‘When they said it was closing, I didn't know what I would do...’ 15 Dockyard closure was the end of one era, but the beginning of another...
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Scout hut, church and youth centre among 20 venues for MMR catch-up clinics
Mini eggs choking warning issued to parents ahead of Easter
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Prominent mansion’s price tag drops £3.5m 2 Where to see beautiful bluebells in Kent 4 Annual bluebell display to make early appearance 1 Blooming great gardens where kids go free 1
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More than 40 homes could be built on a commercial site near a busy town centre. 24
University confirms six courses to be axed 52
Brothers invest millions into ‘forgotten’ holiday park 20
Southeastern wants 400 apprentices as train services rise 19
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