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‘I went from active life to waking up paralysed - I didn’t think I’d make it to 16’

A teenager says she feared she “wouldn’t make it to 16” before being diagnosed with a neurological disorder.

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

Our Be Bright Be Seen campaign is back to shine a light on road safety.

Victory for disabled pharmacy customers after year-long parking fine battle - but fresh enforcement looms

Penalty notices have been quashed almost a year after a probe into industrial estate fines, but new enforcement plans have been revealed.

Sittingbourne motorcyclist, 79, roars to racing double after crash that left him ‘totally written off’

A grandad with a 60-year racing career has won an historic double just two years after a horror 80mph crash which left a marshal fearing he was dead.

‘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.

Woman arrested and man taken to hospital after ‘assault’ near fish and chip shop

A woman has been arrested after a man was taken to hospital following an ‘assault’ near a fish and chip shop.

Mystery surrounding £230k sale of historic bowls club’s former home

The £231,000 sale of the former home of a bowls club has left some questioning who would buy it due to a lack of development opportunities.

Plans for new MOT centre at former plumbers building submitted

Plans for a new MOT centre at a former plumber's site near a supermarket have been submitted.

‘It makes it even more special’: Kent pub hit by two cars wins national award

A Kent pub has won a national award following a difficult year in which it was hit by two cars in separate crashes.

Man who stabbed workmate in ‘ferocious’ attack after night out in Kent town jailed

A 23-year-old man who launched a “persistent and ferocious” attack on a work colleague after a night out has been jailed for nearly eight years.

Taylor Wimpey warns 290-home Sittingbourne estate could stall unless affordable housing slashed

A developer has warned its 290-home estate could stall unless a council agrees to its terms, claiming it faces a shortfall of millions of pounds.

A2 biker crash tragedy: ‘I should be planning our wedding, not his funeral…’

The heartbroken partner of a biker killed in a collision on the A2 says hundreds of people have been left devastated by his death.

Major changes set for borough’s leisure centres

Major changes are to be introduced across a borough’s leisure facilities including a membership pass for three different centres.

‘He’s left a massive hole in our lives’: Family urge men not to suffer in silence after young dad’s death

The family of a much-loved young dad who died aged just 31 have paid tribute to the devoted father and football fan.

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Solar farm fight goes on despite £30,000 legal bill and High Court defeat

Campaigners' fight to stop a huge solar farm from being built is not over – despite spending £30,000 on legal costs and a judge dismissing their case.

M2 traffic brought to standstill following crash

Traffic has returned to normal on the M2 following a crash that earlier brought vehicles to a standstill.

‘You will be greatly missed big man’: Tributes for biker who died in A2 crash

Dozens of flowers and a handful of cards have been left along the roadside where a motorcyclist died in a crash.

Teen arrested after motorcyclist dies in crash on A2

A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of causing the death of a motorcyclist in a crash on the A2.

Bosses of landmark pub search for new tenant

The search is on to find a new tenant to run a main road pub after its sudden closure earlier this month.

‘It’s an exciting opportunity’: Children’s hospice charity announces new specialist home

A children’s charity has launched a new service which will offer round-the-clock care for children with complex needs.

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‘Cheap pints, free pool and vaping at the bar - it’s a lager lover’s paradise’

Secret Drinker has banter with the boys in a traditional town centre local.

Teenager, 18, appears in court charged with murder after fatal shooting

A teenager is the latest person to be charged with murder after a man was fatally shot in London last month.

‘Charging people to park at hospital will make our lives a misery…’

Worried residents have hit out at NHS plans to charge patients to park - saying it will lead to major problems outside their homes.

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40 independent artists return for festival’s third year

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

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 best new programmes on TV over the next seven days - handpicked by our entertainment experts.

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Ollie Wright on Gillingham’s Newport frustration and York response

Goalkeeper Ollie Wright insists Gillingham responded well on Saturday after a heavy defeat at York the week before.

‘Something special developing’ – Chatham boss proud despite FA Cup exit

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‘I went from active life to waking up paralysed - I didn’t think I’d make it to 16’

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

Victory for disabled pharmacy customers after year-long parking fine battle - but fresh enforcement looms

Sittingbourne motorcyclist, 79, roars to racing double after crash that left him ‘totally written off’

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

Woman arrested and man taken to hospital after ‘assault’ near fish and chip shop

Mystery surrounding £230k sale of historic bowls club’s former home

Plans for new MOT centre at former plumbers building submitted

‘It makes it even more special’: Kent pub hit by two cars wins national award

Man who stabbed workmate in ‘ferocious’ attack after night out in Kent town jailed

Taylor Wimpey warns 290-home Sittingbourne estate could stall unless affordable housing slashed

A2 biker crash tragedy: ‘I should be planning our wedding, not his funeral…’

Major changes set for borough’s leisure centres

‘He’s left a massive hole in our lives’: Family urge men not to suffer in silence after young dad’s death

Solar farm fight goes on despite £30,000 legal bill and High Court defeat

M2 traffic brought to standstill following crash

‘You will be greatly missed big man’: Tributes for biker who died in A2 crash

Teen arrested after motorcyclist dies in crash on A2

Bosses of landmark pub search for new tenant

‘It’s an exciting opportunity’: Children’s hospice charity announces new specialist home

‘Cheap pints, free pool and vaping at the bar - it’s a lager lover’s paradise’

Teenager, 18, appears in court charged with murder after fatal shooting

‘Charging people to park at hospital will make our lives a misery…’

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Kent trains cancelled after bedbugs found

Top chef leaves Kent’s only double Michelin-starred restaurant

Kent teacher had sexual relationship with former pupil who claims it began at school

Six fire engines dispatched as smoke fills sky over town

The Kent road where a crash happens almost every day

‘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

‘Let’s go back to horse and cart’: Shock as diesel soars to £2.17 at Kent petrol station

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40 independent artists return for festival’s third year

40 independent artists return for festival’s third year

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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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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Ollie Wright on Gillingham’s Newport frustration and York response

‘Something special developing’ – Chatham boss proud despite FA Cup exit

Sittingbourne motorcyclist, 79, roars to racing double after crash that left him ‘totally written off’

Weekend round-up as Wings hit summit

Gillingham boss frustrated but sees ‘massive compliment’ in Newport approach

Report: Stalemate at Priestfield

Join Peter Pan and Wendy and party until dawn at London’s greatest night out

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