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Fleet keeper "pushed to the edge" by sickening abuse

Nathan Ashmore has revealed how abuse from the terraces made him consider walking off the pitch during a game.

Woman taken to hospital after house fire

An elderly woman was taken to hospital after she accidentally knocked over a candle which caused nearby coats to catch alight.

Prison escape room to replace nightclub

Two enterprising brothers are setting up a prison-themed escape room attraction.

Girl's 1898 wish list

A letter to Santa written 120 years ago has gone on display in a shop window.

Greengrocers a real taste of the past

A couple have decided to buck the trend of the decline of the high street by opening a traditional general store.

Teen jailed for 20 years for stabbing man at his front door

A teenage thug who went out armed with a knife and seriously wounded an innocent man has been locked up for 20 years.

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Shop alcohol licence bid rejected

A corner shop has been prevented from selling alcohol after objections from a nearby school.

First look at drive-thru Costa Coffee planned for town

A new retail park featuring The Range and a Costa Coffee drive-thru is set to be given planning permission tomorrow.

Ramsay's ex-colleague turning gay bar into family pub

A chef who once worked with Gordon Ramsay is looking to transform a pub’s image after taking over as landlady.

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Crime fears halt takeaway hours plan

Hopes to extend the opening hours of a takeaway have been dashed amid concerns from police.

Town losing farmers market

It's been part of a town for nearly 20 years, but a farmers market is to close for good within weeks.

Vote of confidence in Prime Minister Theresa May to be held

The 1922 Committee has confirmed a vote of confidence will be held this evening.

Lane closed after motorway crash

Drivers heading towards the coast are being warned to expect delays throughout the evening rush.

Broken down lorry sparks delays

Drivers suffered severe disruption after a truck broke down.

Young author gets Christmas wish granted

A budding writer has been given the best Christmas present this year thanks to kmfm and Kent Reliance.

Temperatures set to drop to freezing

Main roads will be treated by gritters as temperatures are expected to drop.

Rapist police officer has jail term cut

A disgraced Kent police officer who was locked up for raping and stalking a woman has had his jail term cut.

Mum speaks out after son 'followed to school by stranger'

Police are investigating a suspicious incident after a man followed a boy as he criss-crossed several streets on his way to school.

Families keep fit and elfie

Hundreds of Santas turned out for an annual fun run.

Sex predator returns to jail for historic child abuse offences

A sex predator, who tried to ruin his victim's life, has been given a 10-year extended jail sentence.

Hundreds 'homeless' after Christmas

Hundreds of people could be made homeless after Christmas, a buy-to-let tycoon has announced.

Man accused of 36 thefts walks free after CPS 'mishap'

A 45-year-old man accused of stealing thousands of pounds worth of meat has walked free from court after a "scandalous" CPS error.

Man appears in court accused of Remembrance Day stabbing

A man accused of attempted murder following a stabbing on Remembrance Sunday appeared at Maidstone Crown Court today.

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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.

Hauliers warn no-deal Brexit preparation 'dire'

A lack of contingency planning for a no-deal Brexit means it could take eight hours to process a single lorry, say hauliers.

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Sport

Fleet keeper "pushed to the edge" by sickening abuse

Nathan Ashmore has revealed how abuse from the terraces made him consider walking off the pitch during a game.

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Prolific striker linked with EFL move

Hythe boss Sam Denly expects Football League clubs to come calling for Zak Ansah in the January transfer window.

Report: Stevo at the double

Bradley Stevenson struck twice as the Gills avoided any dramas in the Kent Senior Cup.

Invicta waiting on quality quartet

Neil Cugley believes Folkestone will be a force to be reckoned with when four of their star men return to fitness.

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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.

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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.

Festive treat with Darling Buds star

Darling Buds of May star Pam Ferris is set to arrive in style at a festive event this weekend.

Ben's standing up for his comedy roots

Comedian and award winning writer Ben Elton is returning to stand-up after a 15-year gap - and he's bringing it to Kent.

Christmas comes early as kids go free

Things to make you feel festive across Kent

Marking four years of art in all its forms

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Business

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Greengrocers a real taste of the past

A couple have decided to buck the trend of the decline of the high street by opening a traditional general store.

Crime fears halt takeaway hours plan

Hopes to extend the opening hours of a takeaway have been dashed amid concerns from police.

Shop alcohol licence bid rejected

A corner shop has been prevented from selling alcohol after objections from a nearby school.

Ramsay's ex-colleague turning gay bar into family pub

A chef who once worked with Gordon Ramsay is looking to transform a pub’s image after taking over as landlady.

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Christmas

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Young author gets Christmas wish granted

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Woolly post boxes spreading festive cheer

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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

Castle's squirrels on the naughty list

Hever Castle head gardener Neil Miller is hot on the heels of the squirrels looking for a festive feast on his spring bulbs.

Last Boxing Day Dip for long term organisers

Make the most of festive spike in property searches

Brand new plots are party perfect

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Gardening

Castle's squirrels on the naughty list

Beatrix Potter's beloved Peter Rabbit in Kent

Mists and mellow fruitfulness

Golden time for Kent garden

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Are you a skilled tradesperson? Then EKC Group may want you

Sponsored editorial: EKC Group reaching out to skilled tradespeople to meet demand for construction, electrical installation and plumbing lecturers.

Growing numbers on unemployment benefits

M&S seeks 150 staff for Christmas

Women lead surge in dole claimants

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