Two metre sinkhole shuts road

A man was left feeling "a bit peeved" after a sink-hole formed under his car.

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Rat-borne disease warning

A vet centre says there has been an unconfirmed case of a potentially fatal illness picked up from rodents' urine.

Fundraising for epileptic crime victim

A crowdfunding page, with a £1,000 target, has begun for a woman whose items were stolen when she had a seizure.

This is how The Kray Twins are linked to Kent

From owning properites to spending some time at her Majesty's pleasure, this is how the Kray's expanded beyond the boundaries of the East End.

MPs indicate support for Brexit deal

A significant number of the county's political representatives are indicating they will back the Prime Minister's Brexit deal in today's crucial vote.

Stranded car prompts motorway lane closure

A car has become stranded on the M25 clockwise carriageway, causing a lane to be closed.

Suspected burglars arrested after car chase

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of burglary after being chased by police.

Drugs gang trio jailed after mobile phone probe

Three men have been jailed for organising a drugs network supplying heroin and cocaine to a Kent town.

Two hour Eurotunnel delays

Passengers are being warned they are facing a long wait to board services to the continent this morning.

First funding for road widening

Initial cash has been earmarked for widening a road in a project called for since the 1980s, a local MP announces.

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How safe is M20 smart motorway?

An MP is battling to find out what safety measures the M20 will have to spot broken down vehicles.

School celebrates golden anniversary

A school has been celebrating its golden anniversary year, by inviting former pupils into class.

Shop workers face uncertain future

More jobs are put at risk as Bonmarche becomes the latest High Street retailer to go into administration.

Man jailed for bedroom murder bid

A 34-year-old man who promised his wife a present before attacking her has been jailed.

Firm ordered to pay £10k over rats

A housing company has been taken to court by a tenant who has lived with a rodent infestation for nine years.

Kent school's GCSE results worst in England

A school in the county has come bottom of the national pile in GCSE results released this week.

Dramatic police chase through town caught on camera

A 26-year-old who was caught driving dangerously on several occasions has been jailed for three years.

Musician pens Brexit album

An album of Brexit protest songs has been released by a Kent musician in the hope it will provide 'a bit of light relief'.

Watchdog shuts down law firm's branches

Several branches of a law firm have been closed by a regulator - sparking fears that as many as 100 jobs could be at risk.

Woman's iPad stolen during epileptic seizure

A woman with learning difficulties has been left devastated after a heartless thief stole her belongings while she had an epileptic seizure.

Boxer jailed for Remembrance Day knife frenzy

A boxer who launched a brutal knife attack on a friend has been locked up.

Dead whale found in Thames

Another whale has been spotted in the River Thames just days after Hessy the Humpback was killed after being hit by a ship.

Secret Drinker finds a pub cheaper than Wetherspoon

Our undercover reporter heads to a seaside pub that's as cheap as chips and proud of it

Street artist strikes again with Brexit piece

Boris Johnson has been portrayed as a Deal or No Deal contestant in a Kent graffiti artist's latest work.

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Take a look inside up-for-sale micropub

Ever dreamed of owning your own miniature boozer? A town's first micropub is up for grabs.

Kent restaurants included in top AA guide

More than 30 of the county's top restaurants have been chosen for inclusion in the AA's Restaurant Guide for 2020.

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Podcasts

'We're all sick of talking about it'

Our reporter Oliver Kemp hit the streets of Dover to find out what people think about Brexit.

Teacher burned in Cambodia explosion speaks out

A teacher who suffered burns to 40% of her body while working abroad has spoken of the moment it happened.

George Elokobi: From rags to riches

Maidstone defender George Elokobi's inspiring story from Cameroon to the Premier League, plus he tells us if he'd walk off due to racist abuse.

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Updates from Gills v Peterborough in League 1 plus the FA Cup ties involving Ebbsfleet and Maidstone.

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Size isn't everything says Gills' all-action midfielder

Stuart O’Keefe has come a long way from the kid who was released from Ipswich Town over concerns he wouldn’t be able to compete physically.

Racism getting out of control

Maidstone captain George Elokobi fears racism is becoming the norm in football and has called on the authorities to issue lifetime bans.

Hawkins' title bid doesn't go to schedule

Barry Hawkins is out of the 19.com English Open after two matches in one day left him feeling flat.

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Canterbury Festival set to kick off

There'll be dancing in the streets as this year's two-week Canterbury Festival kicks off with a parade and arts performances across the city.

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Robots on the rampage

TV's metal stars are heading out on tour with Extreme Robots and preparing to do battle in the county this weekend.

Pantomimes in Kent this Christmas

Want to book up for the festive family treat of panto this Christmas across Kent? Here's our guide to the shows on at theatres across the county.

Kate Bush tribute to hit the heights

A show featuring many of Kate Bush's hits, from Babooshka to Running Up That Hill, comes to the county this week.

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Shop workers face uncertain future

More jobs are put at risk as Bonmarche becomes the latest High Street retailer to go into administration.

Kent to get 320,000 new fruit trees

Sponsored editorial: The largest programme of tree planting by AC Goatham & Son will get underway in the county this autumn.

Fenwick reveals £44.2m loss as sales tumble

A "tough retail trading environment" is one of the factors blamed for a profits slump for department store Fenwick.

Mum’s swimwear line is a celebrity favourite

A mum who started a swimwear brand with just a £100 investment now has a turnover of £250k and her brand is favourite with celebrities.

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Everything you need to know on Kent Test results day

Families of 16,207 children across Kent will today find out if they've made the grade to attend grammar school — Here's everything you need to know.

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