Body found on beach

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

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Teens 'offer drugs to primary school pupils at playtime'

Teenagers have allegedly offered cigarettes and drugs to primary school pupils during playtime in a shocking incident.

The cheapest place to park in Kent revealed

The postcode lottery of council-owned car park charges across Kent has been uncovered in analysis carried out by KentOnline.

Crime-hit gardens to shut at night

A crime-ridden city centre park will be mostly shut off at night as part of a trial to stop anti-social behaviour plaguing residents.

Rare super blood wolf moon over Kent

Hundreds of Kent residents woke up early this morning to admire a lunar phenomenon.

Inspector slapped by passenger likened to Eastenders character

An irate rail passenger slapped a ticket inspector after claiming he had likened her to Shirley Carter from EastEnders.

Helicopter called in search for 'distressed' person

A police helicopter was heard circling above homes near the coast last night as part of a search for a 'distressed' person.

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Part of M20 to shut again this weekend

Work to install another bridge will see part of the M20 closed in both directions again this weekend, with drivers set to face delays.

'I knew from that moment I had lost her'

A teenager who escaped from a restaurant inferno that killed her mum and siblings has broken decades of silence to share her heartbreaking story.

Two men treated after house fire

Two men have been treated by paramedics after a fire in their home is believed to have started because of a faulty extension plug.

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School forced to close to majority of its pupils

A school left without heating in several of its buildings will only open for three year groups tomorrow.

Strictly Star James Jordan suffers small stumble on ice

Kent star James Jordan has admitted he struggles with his nerves after delivering his second Dancing on Ice routine.

Sixteen migrants found off Kent

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A group of 16 men who claim to be Iranian and Iraqi have been detained after being intercepted by immigration officers.

'Always ready for a joke': Wife pays tribute to councillor husband

The wife of a long-serving councillor who died suddenly has recalled his humour.

Woman treated for leg injury after car crash

Emergency services treat a woman's leg injury after a two vehicle crash.

'Not enough young people getting mental health treatment'

A council could take over running mental health services for young people after becoming worried the current NHS service is not up to scratch.

Joining together in Kent and Medway to save lives

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

Schools told to prepare to close if Kent becomes gridlocked by Brexit

Kent County Council warns schools they must prepare for Brexit

Rescue operation sees man lifted out of gully

A major operation has swung into place after a man fell around 20ft down a gully.

Cyclist taken to hospital after crash

A cyclist has been treated after his bike was in a collision with a car.

Cash, cards and tablet computer taken from supermarket

Police have issued CCTV of two men after a supermarket's staff area was targeted by thieves.

Brace yourself for more freezing conditions

Met office forecasters predict tonight's temperature to drop below zero.

Pile of pallets goes up in flames

A fire took hold in a large stack of pallets in a storage yard.

Vape shop: ‘We defied burglars by opening’

The owner of a vape shop is “sticking two finger up” to burglars by keeping his shop open after it suffered a break-in.

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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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Character under scrutiny

Gills boss Steve Lovell says strong minds are required after 'terrible' defeat.

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Ashmore makes a fresh start

Nathan Ashmore has vowed to let his football do the talking after bouncing back from the nightmare of Chesterfield.

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The cost of top strikers

The likes of Jake Cassidy and Conor Wilkinson were way out of Maidstone’s price range.

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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.

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She just wanted to have fun with Kinky Boots

Eighties pop queen Cyndi Lauper’s finding fame all over again with Kinky Boots the Musical, playing in Kent now - but it nearly didn't happen.

Behind the scenes with Mary Queen of Scots

It's leading the Bafta nominations: Hollywood blockbuster Mary Queen of Scots opens this weekend. We went behind the scenes of filming in Kent.

Stars line up for real-life ghost tale

I'm a Celebrity and Hollyoaks stars will appear in the premiere of a stage play based on real life events, coming to Kent.

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The many sides of Churchill revealed

Dreamland to host children's Minecraft and book festivals

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'Where the devil can I get that? I wish Woollies were still here'

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Small businesses feel the squeeze as Brexit uncertainty blamed

Latest survey paints a gloomy picture for our small businesses.

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.

Vape shop: ‘We defied burglars by opening’

The owner of a vape shop is “sticking two finger up” to burglars by keeping his shop open after it suffered a break-in.

Pledge to clamp down on ‘reckless’ delivery riders

A crackdown on food delivery riders cycling recklessly through a city centre has been pledged by council chiefs.

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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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Work from home at Tudor cottage

Be charmed by beams and inglenook fireplaces at cottage in the country.

110 flats set to be finished this year

Ex-hotel set to become £4m country pub and seafood restaurant

Massive savings for the ultimate home improvement

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