Woman dies after bridge fall

Police have confirmed a woman who fell from a bridge above a major road has died.

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'It's a death waiting to happen'

A mum has voiced her anger after diggers were seen driving around a children's play area.

Road plans rest on approving 700 homes

Vital road works hinge on whether councillors give permission to build a new estate of 700 homes.

Traveller 'merry-go-round' continues

A group of travellers evicted from a tourist attraction car park have set up another illegal camp.

Mental health patient moved more than 100 times

The government has pledged to investigate the 11-year struggle of a mental health patient seeking help.

Barn fire could burn for hours

Firefighters tackling a barn fire involving 30 tonnes of baled straw will monitor the blaze into the evening.

Foal left to die by stream

The 'field of death' has claimed its latest victim - an abandoned foal which perished by the water's edge. WARNING: Graphic images

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Hollywood's ex-wife denies M&S spat with former husband's girlfriend

The ex-wife of Great British Bake Off presenter Paul Hollywood has denied verbally abusing her former husband's new girlfriend in a supermarket.

Kent's farmers fear 'catastrophic' Brexit

Government minister Michael Gove has warned of food delays if there is a no-deal Brexit.

Man sentenced for keeping animals in appalling conditions

A 54-year-old was told he cannot keep any animals for three years after pets were found in shocking conditions on his farm.

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Bushy-tailed creatures take over town

A number of cheeky rodents have been befriending walkers in a bid to bag more nuts.

Hunts illegally chasing wildlife

A leading animal welfare charity says hunts across Kent have been illegally chasing British wildlife.

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College bosses suspended over finances

A college group has suspended two of its senior leaders following investigations into its finances.

Pair bragged about 'merciless' attack on social media

Thugs punched and kicked revellers in a “merciless” attack and then boasted on social media, a court heard.

A249 reopens after crash

Drivers suffered long delays after a crash involving four vehicles.

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Attempted robbery victim 'felt something cold on his neck'

A man is facing a “substantial” jail sentence for an attempted robbery and knife crime.

Mother's brave efforts to stop thugs

A thug who was part of a hooded armed gang that terrified a mother when they burst into her home has been jailed for seven-and-a-half years.

Firefighters attend 'major incident' at school

A huge fire at a school which broke out at the same time as a tower block blaze was the focus of a training exercise for firefighters.

Council's dog poo clearer stolen

A vehicle used by a council to clear dog excrement was stolen by thieves in an act branded "mindless" by the authority.

Popular diner leaves Kent for Wiltshire

An American mobile restaurant has left the county after 20 years on the same site.

Lanes reopen after bridge fall

A road has been partially reopened after a woman fell from a bridge.

Longer dole queues in Kent

More than 1,100 more people in the county are claiming unemployment benefits according to the latest figures.

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Reduced beer prices in event of no-deal Brexit

A pub chain boss has pledged to reduce beer prices if the UK crashes out of the EU.

MP tells government to foot bill for failed ferry deal

Residents must not end up paying for the costs of the bungled Brexit ferry contract after it was cancelled, says an MP.

'Alarm' growing over Brexit uncertainty

Senior business leader says key questions must be answered to allow firms to prepare for March 29 exit from the EU.

Brexit not on risk register

Emergency planners in Kent are facing claims of unnecessary secrecy over their failure to publish any details of Brexit contingency plans.

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KM football podcast 20 - with Tommy Warrilow

Ashford boss Tommy Warrilow discusses life back in the dugout, a freak dog-bite injury - and what it's like to manage a club that goes bust.

Still on Halifax test

Maidstone are approaching must-win territory when they meet FC Halifax at the Gallagher tonight.

That's more like it!

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Bewitching fun with The Worst Witch

The stage show of the popular children's book and TV show, The Worst Witch, is conjuring up some magic for half term.

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Half term fun: what's on in Kent

From LEGO and crafts to animal encounters and witches, there's so much going on this half term. Here's our guide to what's on in Kent.

Old school club tracks in the forest

A clubbing crossover DJ night bringing old school house hits in a new form to a Kent forest has announced support acts.

Singers set to bash the Blues away

The beloved Broadstairs Blues Bash returns this week, with dozens of singers and bands raring to go.

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Kent's farmers fear 'catastrophic' Brexit

Government minister Michael Gove has warned of food delays if there is a no-deal Brexit.

College bosses suspended over finances

A college group has suspended two of its senior leaders following investigations into its finances.

Road plans rest on approving 700 homes

Vital road works hinge on whether councillors give permission to build a new estate of 700 homes.

Longer dole queues in Kent

More than 1,100 more people in the county are claiming unemployment benefits according to the latest figures.

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Strike a pose at selfie factory

Confetti, balloons and giant ball pits make up Kent's first selfie factory where you'll be able to get super snaps with friends and family.

Nicknames for baby bumps revealed

More tickets released for LEGO exhibition

Biggest children's obstacle course coming to Kent

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Snowdrops are springing up across Kent

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