Shocking footage of van crashing into motorbike and driving off

Footage of the shocking moment a van driver ploughed into a motorcyclist in a hit-and-run has been released to KentOnline.

Probe launched after man in 20s dies

An investigation has been launched after a man died in the early hours.

‘Dirty and unsafe’ care home slammed over alarming failings and absent manager

Care home residents were endangered in dirty and unsafe facilities with a registered manager who mostly worked from home, inspectors have revealed.

War of words erupts between MP and councillor over St George’s crosses

A war of words has erupted between a Kent MP and a Kent County Councillor after St George’s crosses have appeared on roads and roundabouts.

Man taken to hospital after car hits telegraph pole and flips onto side

A man was taken to hospital after a car hit a telegraph pole and flipped onto its side.

‘Maybe I should start importing coal again’: Landowner blasts ‘crazy’ rejection of trackside homes

A frustrated landowner has slammed a decision to block his plans for new homes next to a railway station as “crazy”.

‘I visited the Kent gardens ranked top globally - and now I get why’

It’s been described by a major publication as “probably the most famous English garden there is” but did it live up to the horticultural hype?

Plans for 40-home estate in town where thousands already earmarked

Housing developers have revealed plans to kickstart their bid to transform acres of farmland into a 40-home estate.

‘Home Office drone’ pictured at side of M20 as firefighters called to scene

Pictures reveal what appears to be a smoking Home Office drone on the hard shoulder of the M20.

Kent actor stars in new Channel 5 show

A Kent actor who said he didn’t know he could forge a career in the arts is set to star in a new TV show.

Dog walkers raise concerns over ‘dangerous’ plant at park

A group of dog walkers has raised concerns about the growth of wall barley at a local green space.

Drink-driver weaved in and out of lanes during police chase

A drink-driver swerved between lanes and ignored efforts to pull him over as he led police on a dangerous chase.

Delays on major route after crash

Drivers are warned to some expect delays after a crash on a major route.

‘We've cracked the café business - now we want our bank vault to be a nightlife space'

A café and bar is raising money to open an “incredible” new nightlife space inside an old bank vault.

Fresh plans to transform prominent 1960s garage into modern flats

A developer has submitted fresh proposals to turn a disused high street garage into apartments – just months after the previous scheme was thrown out.

Pints at the ready as town’s hop festival returns

A festival celebrating one of Kent’s most famous crops will transform the town into a feast of ale and music.

Tragedy as biker in his 20s dies after crash

A motorcyclist in his 20s has died after crashing while riding in convoy with another bike.

Kent restaurant with stunning ‘views of the vines’ in new Michelin list

A Kent restaurant has been named in a “Michelin-approved” list of the best venues located in vineyards.

‘My three days in Kent A&E were horrendous – something has to be done’

A pensioner says he endured three “horrendous” days in an A&E department run by a hospital trust recording some of the worst bed waits in the country.

Drunk man hurled racial slur at officer during hospital struggle

A drunk man hurled a racist insult at a police officer as she tried to restrain him in a hospital A&E department.

Four Kent towns ranked among UK’s best for seaside food and drink

A survey has named Kent the joint best place for food and drink along the UK’s coastline.

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‘Are we boring you?’: Woman yawns as she’s sentenced for attack on policeman

A drunk woman who kicked and spat at a police officer was called out by magistrates for her behaviour in the dock.

‘Nimbyism’ row as villagers brand three new homes ‘recipe for disaster’

Villagers who fear plans for three new homes could be a “recipe for disaster” have been branded opponents “Nimbys” by the applicant.

‘It’s like living in a movie’: Meet the couple who spend spare time jousting

A married couple spend their weekdays doing the usual 9-5, but the weekends wowing crowds at medieval pageants.

Shop run by family of Bagpuss creator to be sold after 30 years

A beloved shop, which has been run for decades by the family of the man who created children’s character Bagpuss, has gone up for sale.

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‘Are we boring you?’: Woman yawns as she’s sentenced for attack on policeman

Drink-driver weaved in and out of lanes during police chase