Hospital repairs backlog 'putting patients at risk'

Patients are being put "at risk of harm" as hospitals struggle to deal with a £28 million backlog of urgent repairs.

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Pub chain in talks to open hotel

Wetherspoon officials have begun talks about opening a hotel above one of its seafront bars.

Foals announced for summer gig in Kent

Foals are the latest act announced to play the Forest Live gigs in Kent this summer.

Surge in electric car sales

Registrations of plug-in vehicles are up by more than 40%, the latest figures show.

Appeal after New Year's petrol station assault

Officers have released images of a man they would like to talk to in connection with an assault at a Shell petrol station.

Thousands of air ambulance calls

MP Tracey Crouch met some of the life-savers at Kent Air Ambulance as it prepares to mark 30 years of voluntary service.

Police investigating school massacre threat

An investigation has been launched into claims a teenager threatened shoot dead pupils and staff at a secondary school.

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Man dies after being found in woodland

Police searching for a missing person found a man in a serious condition in woodland, who later died.

Bar boss cleared of assault

A pub landlord accused of assaulting a reveller as he broke up a disturbance has been acquitted by a jury.

Kyle's murder featured on TV

A powerful documentary featuring the murder of Gillingham teenager, Kyle Yule is featured on Channel 4 this evening.

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Wedding venue facing closure threat

A Victorian wedding venue is under threat as a council seeks to move staff into the building to save money.

Football brothers jailed for fraud

Famous sporting brothers who played for clubs in Kent have been "shamed" for milking a charity set up for poor African children.

New primary school to be built

Councillors have backed plans for a purpose-built primary school.

Extra boats to curb migrant crossings

Two additional cutter vessels are to be used as part of a range of measures to help tackle the migrant crisis.

Grenfell-style fire door fears

More than 60 fire doors that failed tests after the Grenfell fire tragedy remain in council properties.

'Weapon threat' triggers police manhunt

Firearm officers swooped on a seafront bar after a man reportedly brandished a weapon and threatened a victim.

Joining together in Kent and Medway to save lives

Sponsored editorial: Suicide prevention groups get welcome government funding for ‘Saving Lives’ campaign.

Woman in her 80s targeted by burglar

Cash, a passport, chequebook and bank card were stolen after a woman in her 80s was targeted by a burglar.

Road closing for four months

A key route is set to be closed off for up to four months, as part of vital sewage works, starting today.

Opportunities missed to stop abuse

A review has concluded ineffective procedures led to missed opportunities to stop abuse at a secure children's centre which featured in a BBC expose.

Car abandoned in central reservation of main road

An abandoned car was found on the central reservation of a dual carriageway.

Man in court charged with attempted murder 'of mother'

A man accused of attempting to murder a woman thought to be his mother has appeared in court.

Gang jailed for 43 years under first Robert's Law convictions

A mum who successfully fought for tougher sentences for fentanyl dealers in memory of her son has welcomed the first convictions.

Body found on beach

Police, coastguard, fire and ambulance crews were called after a body was found on a beach.

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Council buying laptops so staff can work from home post-Brexit

A town hall is to spend more than £100,000 on making preparations for leaving the European Union, including buying laptops for staff to work remotely.

Fruit picker fears for UK's largest apple and pear grower

The UK's largest producer of apples and pears fears it will not have enough EU seasonal workers to harvest its crops because of Brexit.

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Is this the solution to preventing post-Brexit gridlock on our roads?

Innovative system could help ease pressure on Kent's roads if delays develop at Dover or Eurotunnel.

"Uncertainty is continuing, but we are prepared"

The Port of Dover says it is prepared as uncertainly over Brexit continues - but lorries firms must be told what documentation they need

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We lacked courage

Midfielder Mark Byrne says Gills suffered from stage fright at the weekend.

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Stones to name boss this week

Simon Walton believes there are good foundations in place as Maidstone prepare to name their new manager.

Jarvis feels the love

Ex-Gills winger Matt Jarvis' Priestfield return went down well.

Lokko's red card relief

Dover defender Kevin Lokko says he's delighted to have had his red card against Bromley rescinded.

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Foals announced for summer gig in Kent

Foals are the latest act announced to play the Forest Live gigs in Kent this summer.

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Theatre bosses: 'This puts Folkestone on the map'

Theatre managers are celebrating news that a West End production has chosen to include their theatre on its national tour.

Kent helps Danny Dyer find his right royal family

Kent will play a starring role in a new TV series charting EastEnders' star Danny Dyer's exploration into his royal family.

Rock’n’roller-coaster of a gig coming to Kent

Punk-rock band Frank Carter and the Rattlesnakes are set to play at a seaside venue in the run-up to their third album release.

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The many sides of Churchill revealed

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Travel firm re-brands as part of restructure

Popular firm will change the name of two Kent outlets as part of a group-wide restructuring.

Pub chain in talks to open hotel

Wetherspoon officials have begun talks about opening a hotel above one of its seafront bars.

Surge in electric car sales

Registrations of plug-in vehicles are up by more than 40%, the latest figures show.

Wedding venue facing closure threat

A Victorian wedding venue is under threat as a council seeks to move staff into the building to save money.

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Brexit and foreign travel this summer

What does Brexit mean for foreign travel? We take a look at the latest advice and what leaving the EU without a deal could mean for holidays.

Hotel chain appeals to parents looking for work

LEGO fun for half term

Having a baby and worried about work?

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Make a date to find out about new homes

A buyer event on Saturday, January 26, is your chance to find out more about easy ways to buy a new home.

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