Boy's mission to help 'broken soldiers'

A seven-year-old boy is set to climb the UK's three highest mountains within 24 hours for charity.

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Shock at popular activist's death

Tributes have been paid to a community leader who has died of a heart condition.

Urgent call to save Kent's naval heritage

Experts have called to swift action to protect one of world's oldest surviving boat stores.

Award cooked up for walks caterer

A volunteer, who cooks for people on long organised walks, has been awarded for her dedication and tasty creations by a walking association

Man arrested after woman found dead

Police investigating the death of a woman in her sixties have called the incident 'unexplained'.

Man on Interpol's most-wanted list arrested

A suspect spotted in Kent following a murder has been arrested in Romania.

Last chance to see Pete Doherty tonight

Libertines frontman Pete Doherty is set to perform at a B&B tonight.

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Land Rover crashes into shop in police chase

A 4x4 has ploughed into the front of a store after being pursued by police.

'Flooding is possible, be prepared'

The Environment Agency has issued five flood alerts across the county this afternoon. Here's how your area could be affected.

Car crashes into traffic lights

Police were forced to close a road after a car collided with a set of traffic lights.

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Hundreds head to London for Brexit march

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Campaigners from across the county are heading to London today to demand a people's vote on the final Brexit deal.

New images of village development unveiled

A village is set to expand by 15% when 87 new homes are built on farmland.

Jewellery and laptop stolen in break-in

Police are investigating following a burglary in the middle of the day.

Minibus and tools stolen from business

Officers are appealing for information after thieves stole tools and a minibus from a business overnight.

Man's £500 bill for dropping cigarette

A litterbug has been left with a huge bill after being taken to court for ignoring penalty notices.

Funfair bid amid police fears

Organisers of a long-running funfair have applied to hold two events despite fears police do not have the resources to monitor them.

Homegrown political heavyweights

From war time heroes, to major 20th century reformers, we take a look at just some of the MPs who have strong ties to the county.

Drivers facing M20 contraflow as no-deal Brexit looms

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Road chiefs have confirmed a plan for a contraflow system along the M20 will be in place from Monday as part of Brexit contingency plans.

'I'll never forget the look on her face'

A spurned father who attacked the mother of his children with a claw hammer has denied attempted murder.

Brexit gridlock may leave children 'stranded' at school

Schools in the county have been advised they may have to be carers for children stranded because parents are stuck in traffic caused by Brexit.

Wife says 'God saved her' during knife attack

An 87-year-old man has been jailed for more than eight years after attacking his wife of 46 years.

Worker sacked as 'baby' comments on housing plans

One of Kent's most-prominent housing firms has sacked an employee over suspicious comments supporting a planning application for 750 homes.

Minister could decide fate of stroke units

Councillors say NHS plans to shut stroke units has put the lives of 145,000 Kent residents at risk.

Judicial review threat over stroke unit closure

Campaigners are planning to take the NHS to court after a decision to close a stroke unit.

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Don’t push yourself to the limit! KCC campaign underway to highlight the dangers of driving too fast, without necessarily breaking the law.

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Brexit gridlock may leave children 'stranded' at school

Schools in the county have been advised they may have to be carers for children stranded because parents are stuck in traffic caused by Brexit.

Brexit preparations are 'a little over the top'

Councillors have been accused of going “a little bit over the top” with Brexit preparations by a senior officer from a neighbouring authority.

Drivers facing M20 contraflow as no-deal Brexit looms

Road chiefs have confirmed a plan for a contraflow system along the M20 will be in place from Monday as part of Brexit contingency plans.

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Kent is 'ready for Brexit' disruption

Kent is as ready as it can be for Brexit, according to the council leader.

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Reaction: Despair to delight

Half-time fury gave way to full-time elation for Gillingham boss Steve Lovell.

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Reaction: Shape up or ship out!

Maidstone boss John Still issued an ultimatum to his players after the defeat to Ebbsfleet.

Reaction: What a goal!

Garry Hill described Ebbsfleet's first goal at Maidstone as worthy of winning any game.

Reaction: Millers deserve to be in final

Cray Valley boss Kevin Watson admits reaching the final of the FA Vase will probably take a little time to sink in.

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Winemakers release unique gin

Vineyard owner Chapel Down has released what bosses believe is a first in the gin world - using pinot noir grapes.

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Luna Cinema screenings coming this summer

Organisers of the cinema under the stars - Luna Cinema - have announced all their dates and screenings in Kent:

Olly Murs talks to kmfm Breakfast

Singer Olly Murs has been talking about his new single, Feel the Same, on kmfm Breakfast, fresh from its release.

Rockers Airbourne join Ramblin' Man line-up

Australian hard rockers Airbourne have been added to the line-up for a summer music festival.

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Funfair bid amid police fears

Organisers of a long-running funfair have applied to hold two events despite fears police do not have the resources to monitor them.

Popular chippy's eco-friendly rebrand

A renowned town centre takeaway has reopened under new ownership.

Fort defends decision to sell booze

A music venue has responded to concerns changing its licence will negatively impact neighbours.

How plans for 10,000 homes will take shape over 30 years

Developers have revealed where they plan to start working first if proposals for 10,000 homes are given the go-ahead.

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This is how to get your picky kid to eat anything

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School bus fees increasing

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Pick up your must-have guide to buying a brand new home. Kent New Homes profiles plots to help out with your best ever move.

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