Body lay undiscovered for months

The body of a mother-of-two which was found in undergrowth had probably laid undiscovered for months, an inquest heard.

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Scally hits back

Gillingham chairman Paul Scally has hit out at the critics who he believes are damaging the club.

Election agent cleared in expenses trial

The jury in Craig Mackinlay's expenses trial have cleared his former agent.

Met Police descend on motorway services

Around 10 police vans have been spotted at motorway services on the M20 this morning.

£200k fine for Network rail after man suffers broken neck

Network Rail was today fined £200,000 over safety failures which led to an employee suffering serious injuries at a manual level crossing.

10ft Christmas tree stolen from pensioner's garden

A pensioner has been forced to put up a miniature Christmas tree after thieves stole his 10ft high decoration complete with tinsel and baubles.

Man taken to hospital after bar assault

A man's been taken to hospital after a disturbance at a seaside bar.

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Cannabis oil treatment helps Teagan

A young girl with a severe form of epilepsy is back at home after receiving cannabis-based medication in a London hospital.

Plans for The Range and Costa approved

The Range and a Costa Coffee drive-thru are to open on a new retail park after plans were approved.

Woman to meet hero who saved her life 31 years ago

A bride is to finally meet the fearless woman who jumped into a lake to rescue her.

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Wetherspoons hit by 'technical issues'

Chips are among the menu choices which are currently not available at a busy city centre pub.

Family's eight-month wait for crash victim's funeral

Relatives of a man who died after being hit by a lorry are still seeking answers about the lead up to his death.

Heavy delays following A299 crash

There are heavy delays on the A299 Thanet Way this morning following a crash.

Crash closes crossing carriageway

The northbound carriageway of the Sheppey Crossing is shut after a car crashed into the central reservation.

Hadlow Tower up for grabs in prize draw

The world's tallest Gothic folly could be yours by solving one simple puzzle.

Race night 'fight not over'

Speedway fans have been reassured after a council rejected permission to host races on a Saturday.

Christmas films: is Die Hard one?

A poll has answered the 30-year-old question - is Die Hard a Christmas film. The KM Group's cinema writer has a view, but what's yours?

New bridge 'rather green'

Councillors are not convinced in Highways England's colour choice for a "rather green" bridge which has been built over the M20.

May survives leadership vote

The Prime Minister has seen off a vote of confidence in her leadership after criticism about her handling of Brexit.

Historic bridge closed following crash

Police have closed a bridge after it was struck by a car.

Head to leave school in special measures

A head teacher is leaving a school months after it was told progress to get out of special measures was moving too slowly.

Cat shot in face with catapult

The RSPCA has launched an investigation after a cat was shot at point blank range.

Music superstar pops in for lunch

Staff at an Italian restaurant couldn't believe their eyes when chart-topper Jess Glynne sat down for a meal.

Christmas tree business hit by vandals

The festive season has been ruined for a fledgling business after it was targetted by vandals.

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May survives leadership vote

The Prime Minister has seen off a vote of confidence in her leadership after criticism about her handling of Brexit.

Collins warns UK cannot 'waste six weeks on Brexit talks'

An MP has warned that it would be a disaster for the UK if Brexit talks got nowhere over the next six weeks and the topic was "allowed to drift".

Firms 'intensely frustrated' as Brexit saga drags on

A key business figure says companies in Kent are looking at Westminster in "utter dismay" after the Prime Minister delayed a vote on her Brexit deal.

Brexit Secretary answers your questions

The Brexit Secretary has answered questions from KentOnline readers about the impact of leaving the EU - but ducked one query on Operation Stack.

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Sport

Scally hits back

Gillingham chairman Paul Scally has hit out at the critics who he believes are damaging the club.

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I knew what a mess it was in

Harry Wheeler says he inherited a mess when he took over as Maidstone manager.

Gills chairman defends pricing

The decision to raise ticket prices for Gillingham’s upcoming FA Cup game against Cardiff City has been defended by chairman Paul Scally.

New signings on Fleet's radar

Ebbsfleet boss Garry Hill would like to add to his squad having let four players leave in the last three weeks.

Fitness first benefits Gills

Trophy not Whites priority

Darts were priced out in the summer

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One Christmas tree? How about more than 300?

Hundreds of Christmas trees and an illuminated trail greet visitors to a Kent castle this festive season, both inside and out.

Carol services across Kent

Here is your guide to where to find the sweet singing of a choir as carol services ring out across Kent.

Get hooked this Christmas!

Swashbuckling pirates and a huge crocodile along with lots of laughs, songs and dance make this year's Christmas panto a must see.

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Fears green development plans will delay housing schemes

Consultant says plans currently out for consultation could see government fail to hit its own housing targets.

Pub reopens after £100,000 refurbishment

Shepherd Neame pub reopens with landlords from nearby village pub now in charge.

Celebrity chef to serve up vegan menu at popular restaurant

Chef will serve up a vegan menu in January at his seaside eatery.

Plans for The Range and Costa approved

The Range and a Costa Coffee drive-thru are to open on a new retail park after plans were approved.

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Mary Poppins returns to Kent cinemas

Get all the details here as free books and festive screenings mark the long-awaited arrival of Mary Poppins Returns in Kent.

'Mummy, I think we've found the real Santa'

New Fortnite toys released

Enjoy a really wild winter outing

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Lifestyle

Hadlow Tower up for grabs in prize draw

The world's tallest Gothic folly could be yours by solving one simple puzzle.

Castle's squirrels on the naughty list

Make the most of festive spike in property searches

Brand new plots are party perfect

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Beatrix Potter's beloved Peter Rabbit in Kent

Mists and mellow fruitfulness

Golden time for Kent garden

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Growing numbers on unemployment benefits

Dole queues lengthened by 640 people across Kent as unemployment increased nationally by a small margin.

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