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Car ploughs through railings into tree

Police and ambulance services have blocked off a roundabout after a car crashed into a tree.

The best of Kent’s colourful carnivals

See extravagant floats and creative costumes at your nearest carnival this summer. Here’s where you can find them.

King’s birthday honours list revealed

A double amputee mountain climber and pioneering artist are among those from Kent who have received recognition in The King’s Birthday Honours List.

Police chief gives view on probabtion hostel after damning documentary

A police chief has given his assurance that policing is ‘tight’ around a probation hostel that was the subject of a damning Panorama exposé.

Roadworks postponed following traffic chaos

Electrical work set to go on for three weeks along a busy main road has been postponed.

Road reopens after three-car pile up

Drivers faced delays after a crash involving three vehicles caused multiple lanes to be blocked.

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Horror as catapult-wielding yobs ‘torture’ and kill birds

Witnesses were horrified after a group of boys with catapults kicked and threw a duck against a wall.

‘It's a way of getting more mass building of substandard properties’

Proposals to scrap rules that have stalled the building of thousands of new homes in Kent have left both environmentalists and developers concerned.

‘As my missus swigged pints outside, I was in the bar with a mystery blonde’

Secret Drinker has a brief encounter at an awesome country pub just perfect for a summer afternoon

Man charged after police operation on A249

Officers have charged a 25-year-old man following a huge police operation on the A249 which found class A drugs, imitation firearms and a Taser.

Latest closures scheduled for £5m roundabout revamp

The contractor working on a multi-million pound roundabout upgrade has announced the upcoming dates it will be closed.

‘Medical incident’ prompts emergency service response at court

Emergency services have swarmed to a courthouse following reports of a medical incident.

‘Being finalist for hospital award shows my role is needed’

A mental health liaison for children has become the fifth finalist to be shortlisted for a prestigious award.

Theatre company to bring Shakespeare and Noël Coward to stunning outdoor venues

Kent-based touring theatre company Changeling Theatre is back for another summer of show-stopping outdoor theatre.

More closures planned ahead of flyover opening

Commuters are set to face more delays ahead of the multi-million pound Stockbury Flyover project opening as more closures are announced.

Electrical works set to last three weeks cause long delays

A lane closure near a busy roundabout is causing delays for drivers and patients heading to a hospital.

Major road cleared after car and lorry crash

The A20 London Road, which was blocked both ways following a collision between a lorry and a car, is now clear.

Three arrests after police operation on A249

Officers have made three arrests during a huge police operation on the A249 which found class A drugs, imitation firearms and a Taser.

Couple’s joy as cat microchip idea becomes law

A Kent-based animal charity which came up with the idea behind new cat microchipping laws say it will make a huge difference to pet owners.

Teenage paedophile told boy ‘age is just a number’

A young man who was just 18 when he preyed on his young victim and encouraged them into sexual activity has been found guilty.

Huge police presence as drivers face delays

Motorists have reported seeing dozens of police cars and vans lined along a busy carriageway.

Where to see outdoor cinema this summer

Some of the world’s biggest blockbusters are being shown the big screen this summer. Here’s where you can find them.

‘Tory manifesto reflects party’s dilemma of pitching to two audiences’

Political editor Paul Francis says the Conservative manifesto had a sense of déjà vu, notably on pledges focussed on immigration and asylum-seekers.

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Cadbury to relaunch retro chocolate bar after 20 years

A Cadbury chocolate bar, which was first made in 1993, is being returned to shop shelves as part of the company’s 200th birthday celebrations.

‘As my missus swigged pints outside, I was in the bar with a mystery blonde’

Secret Drinker has a brief encounter at an awesome country pub just perfect for a summer afternoon

‘I’ve changed my mind - this town needs its sports bar back’

Owners of a once popular sports bar turned supermarket have revealed plans to reopen the boozer and pull pints once again.

Turkish restaurant opens first branch in Kent

A new Turkish eatery, which has undergone a £500,000 revamp, says it has enjoyed a promising start after opening its first branch in the county.

Joy as council u-turn sees free parking return

A council has u-turned on its decision to axe free parking at a town centre cinema following a furious backlash from film fans.

Dine-and-dash caught on camera leaves cafe boss ‘heartbroken’

The boss of an independent cafe has told of the heartbreaking moment a group left without paying while their waitress was out of sight.

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Inside the incredible gardens at Tudor manor house set to open to public

Danish homeware brand to launch first store in Kent

Stunning summer gardens opening in June

King Charles visits Kent stand at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

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Spitfires beaten in five-over ‘lottery’

Kent Spitfires were on the wrong end of a five-over “lottery” against Somerset in the Vitality Blast on Friday night.

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Maidstone

Car ploughs through railings into tree

The best of Kent’s colourful carnivals

King’s birthday honours list revealed

Police chief gives view on probabtion hostel after damning documentary

Roadworks postponed following traffic chaos

Road reopens after three-car pile up

Horror as catapult-wielding yobs ‘torture’ and kill birds

‘It's a way of getting more mass building of substandard properties’

‘As my missus swigged pints outside, I was in the bar with a mystery blonde’

Man charged after police operation on A249

Latest closures scheduled for £5m roundabout revamp

‘Medical incident’ prompts emergency service response at court

‘Being finalist for hospital award shows my role is needed’

Theatre company to bring Shakespeare and Noël Coward to stunning outdoor venues

More closures planned ahead of flyover opening

Electrical works set to last three weeks cause long delays

Major road cleared after car and lorry crash

Three arrests after police operation on A249

Couple’s joy as cat microchip idea becomes law

Teenage paedophile told boy ‘age is just a number’

Huge police presence as drivers face delays

Where to see outdoor cinema this summer

‘Tory manifesto reflects party’s dilemma of pitching to two audiences’

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Cadbury to relaunch retro chocolate bar after 20 years

Cadbury to relaunch retro chocolate bar after 20 years

‘As my missus swigged pints outside, I was in the bar with a mystery blonde’

‘As my missus swigged pints outside, I was in the bar with a mystery blonde’

‘I’ve changed my mind - this town needs its sports bar back’

‘I’ve changed my mind - this town needs its sports bar back’

Turkish restaurant opens first branch in Kent

Turkish restaurant opens first branch in Kent

Joy as council u-turn sees free parking return

Joy as council u-turn sees free parking return

Dine-and-dash caught on camera leaves cafe boss ‘heartbroken’

Dine-and-dash caught on camera leaves cafe boss ‘heartbroken’

Gardens

Inside the incredible gardens at Tudor manor house set to open to public

Danish homeware brand to launch first store in Kent

Stunning summer gardens opening in June

King Charles visits Kent stand at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

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Spitfires beaten in five-over ‘lottery’

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