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Delays on M25 after two-car crash near junction for M20

Drivers are facing long delays following a crash on the M25 this afternoon.

‘It’s stopped, but what happens when heavy rain returns?’: Fears remain over railway bridge leak

An ongoing water leak, a stone’s throw from where a major road was destroyed, has suddenly stopped after flowing for months, but is it gone for good?

Mum kicked, bit and headbutted police while suffering cannabis-induced psychosis

A mum with a daily drug habit has admitted to a string of violent attacks on police while suffering from cannabis-induced psychosis.

Delays on M25 after ‘multi-vehicle collision’

The M25 was blocked after a collision involving a number of vehicles.

Driver faces trial three years after fatal A20 crash

A motorist accused of killing his friend during a fatal crash denied causing his death by careless driving when he appeared in court.

Former Bluewater pretzel stall manager stole £13.5k from the tills

A former pretzel stall manager who devised and carried out a scam to steal cash from the tills has avoided jail.

'Exciting’ plans emerge to transform vacant railway building into ‘youth-oriented’ facility

A new youth centre and business estate could soon pop up next to a a railway station as plans progress to transform a disused substation.

‘I’m exhausted all the time’: The Kent parents battling ‘patchy’ SEND system

Parents speak out on the human toll of battling the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system in Kent.

Comedy legend to star in first panto performance back at theatre shut for three years

Comedian and actor Joe Pasquale is among the cast members heading to a town for this year’s annual pantomime production.

‘It’s really concerning’: Boil water notice to remain in place for housing estate for at least a week

Families are facing continued disruption after a precautionary boil water notice was extended and will now last until the weekend.

Hunt for BMW driver after motorist ‘punched and attacked with knife’ in Bluewater parking row

A motorist was allegedly punched in the face and attacked with a knife following a row over a parking space at Kent’s largest shopping centre.

‘No diesel allowed’: Huge road tunnel between Kent and Essex on track to meet climate goals

Only green machinery is being used to deliver a massive road infrastructure project that aims to ease traffic woes on the Dartford Crossing

Heartbreak after loving Kent mum-of-three killed in crash, aged 31

A family have been left heartbroken following the death of a “loving” mum-of-three who was “dedicated to her children”.

Kent teenager’s death at lake during heatwave ruled an accident

An inquest has been held into the death of a 15-year-old boy who drowned in a lake.

The star-studded festive Kent pantos worth booking before they sell out

With big names, dazzling effects and plenty of laughs, these productions are expected to be in high demand this Christmas.

Teen with ‘appalling’ criminal record punched stranger in face while high on drugs

A teenage thug who was found with a knife after twice punching a stranger in the face could be facing a lengthy term behind bars.

Five fire engines sent to house fire

Three people have been treated by paramedics after a blaze broke out at a house, thought to be caused by a charging e-bike battery.

Perfect Chicken shop slapped with one-star food hygiene rating after mouse droppings found

The boss of a takeaway threatened with an emergency closure has insisted they’ve acted promptly after an inspection uncovered failings.

Drug dealer jailed again after trying to restart network just weeks after prison release

A convicted drug dealer is back behind bars after detectives caught him trying to rebuild his heroin and crack cocaine operation.

Boy, 15, arrested after obscene graffiti painted across town and GP surgery walls

A teenager has been arrested after several businesses, parts of a playground and a GP surgery were left covered in obscene graffiti.

‘Inappropriate’ plans to turn former primary school into flats ‘thrown out’

Controversial plans to transform a former primary school, which sold at auction for more than double the asking price, have been thrown out.

Revealed: Just one Kent council hits its housing target - as another falls 75% short

Figures reveal which Kent councils are hitting their government-mandated housing targets - and those falling far behind.

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A music festival is returning for its third year with more than 40 independent artists set to perform across the town.

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Staying safe: Free reflective keyrings for thousands of children right across the county

Delays on M25 after two-car crash near junction for M20

‘It’s stopped, but what happens when heavy rain returns?’: Fears remain over railway bridge leak

Mum kicked, bit and headbutted police while suffering cannabis-induced psychosis

Delays on M25 after ‘multi-vehicle collision’

Driver faces trial three years after fatal A20 crash

Former Bluewater pretzel stall manager stole £13.5k from the tills

'Exciting’ plans emerge to transform vacant railway building into ‘youth-oriented’ facility

‘I’m exhausted all the time’: The Kent parents battling ‘patchy’ SEND system

Comedy legend to star in first panto performance back at theatre shut for three years

‘It’s really concerning’: Boil water notice to remain in place for housing estate for at least a week

Hunt for BMW driver after motorist ‘punched and attacked with knife’ in Bluewater parking row

‘No diesel allowed’: Huge road tunnel between Kent and Essex on track to meet climate goals

Heartbreak after loving Kent mum-of-three killed in crash, aged 31

Kent teenager’s death at lake during heatwave ruled an accident

The star-studded festive Kent pantos worth booking before they sell out

Teen with ‘appalling’ criminal record punched stranger in face while high on drugs

Five fire engines sent to house fire

Perfect Chicken shop slapped with one-star food hygiene rating after mouse droppings found

Drug dealer jailed again after trying to restart network just weeks after prison release

Boy, 15, arrested after obscene graffiti painted across town and GP surgery walls

‘Inappropriate’ plans to turn former primary school into flats ‘thrown out’

Revealed: Just one Kent council hits its housing target - as another falls 75% short

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‘Don’t let Kent village become a third-world broadband dead zone’

‘It’s a marvellous place’: How volunteers transformed abandoned site in just one year

Ann Widdecombe murder suspect charged over alleged Farage terror plot

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40 independent artists return for festival’s third year

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Staying safe: Free reflective keyrings for thousands of children right across the county

Staying safe: Free reflective keyrings for thousands of children right across the county

The week’s top TV: Emma Willis hosts Cooking With the Stars, new crime thriller Pierre and a remake of Stephen King’s Carrie

The week’s top TV: Emma Willis hosts Cooking With the Stars, new crime thriller Pierre and a remake of Stephen King’s Carrie

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In-form Dover march on in the FA Cup

Experienced duo extend Kent stays as overseas all-rounder joins rivals

Greenhalgh’s warning after soaring September

Milnes and Streets big winners at end-of-season awards

Compton gives team-mate ultimate compliment!

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