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'Ghost of Debenhams' past' appears in shop window

Mystery surrounds why a mannequin, hailed as "weird" and "spooky" due to its outfit, has appeared in a town centre shop window.

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Op Brock 2? New barrier plan unveiled

The government has unveiled a new barrier plan for the M20 that it thinks will end the misery of operations Brock and Stack – here's how it works.

Talks delay huge town centre revamp

Construction of a massive development which includes a 14-storey block has yet to begin 12 months after being given the green light.

Activists seize dog from jailed farmer

Animal rights activists have raided the farm of a woman who was jailed after leaving livestock in 'atrocious conditions'. WARNING: Graphic images

Stunning new home could woo tourists

A disused farm building is to be knocked down to make way for an eye-catching new building which will house a wine merchant.

50mph speed limit returns to M20

Speed restrictions have returned to part of the M20 after highways bosses removed a safety barrier which was protecting workers.

'I'm shutting shop because of Junction 10a works'

Disruption caused by work to build a £104m junction on the M20 has forced a furniture store out of business.

'Putting new signs up is not going to work'

Frustrated residents want to see a roundabout or traffic lights at a crash-hit junction which has been blighted by accidents in recent months.

Work starts on town centre eyesore

An empty building which has sat abandoned for years is being transformed into 28 flats after work began on the site.

Farmer jailed after animals left in 'atrocious conditions'

WARNING: Graphic images - A farmer who admitted to a host of neglect charges has been jailed after animals were left in "atrocious conditions".

Driver stuck in deep water after flooding

A driver found himself up the street without a paddle after being stuck on a flooded country road.

15 'preventable' baby deaths in maternity scandal

The chief executive of an hospital trust has said that there could be 15 cases of preventable baby deaths.

Independent inquiry into under-fire maternity units

An independent investigation of maternity units at the centre of the baby death scandal will be carried out.

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Ashford United set out academy plans

Ashford United are to start a full-time educational and football development academy.

Warrilow: We want more

After victory over Isthmian South East leaders Hastings United Tommy Warrilow insists his Ashford United side want more.

Lynch swoops for Fagg replacement

Tommie Fagg has left Sittingbourne – but boss Chris Lynch has already signed his replacement.

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What it's like to see the Museum of the Moon

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Festival line-up to feature music, magic and memories

A MOBO award winning musician, BGT magician and Shakespeare's Globe on Tour are among the acts announced for an annual outdoor summer festival.

Where to celebrate Pancake Day

Here are a few places hosting pancake races, activities and of course, serving up plenty of yummy treats to enjoy.

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Pool's Frozen-themed swimming sessions

A leisure centre is running Disney-themed swimming lessons to encourage children to be active and feel more confident in water.

Was your child immunised against flu?

Children who may have missed a routine immunisation, including this winter's seasonal flu spray, can attend a catch up clinic in half term.

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'It's like living in a prison'

A frustrated OAP fears a new multi-storey car park built opposite her home has wiped thousands off house prices in her street.

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'Ghost of Debenhams' past' appears in shop window

Op Brock 2? New barrier plan unveiled

Op Brock 2? New barrier plan unveiled

Talks delay huge town centre revamp

Talks delay huge town centre revamp

Activists seize dog from jailed farmer

Activists seize dog from jailed farmer

Stunning new home could woo tourists

Stunning new home could woo tourists

50mph speed limit returns to M20

'I'm shutting shop because of Junction 10a works'

'Putting new signs up is not going to work'

Work starts on town centre eyesore

Farmer jailed after animals left in 'atrocious conditions'

Driver stuck in deep water after flooding

Driver stuck in deep water after flooding

15 'preventable' baby deaths in maternity scandal

15 'preventable' baby deaths in maternity scandal

Independent inquiry into under-fire maternity units

Independent inquiry into under-fire maternity units

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'It's like living in a prison'

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Snowdrops' sensational show a casualty of the weather

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Snowdrops' sensational show a casualty of the weather

On the trail of woodland adventures

Snowdrops will be dropping in

Snowdrops and the first signs of spring

Boat Man Video

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HMRC are encouraging couples to sign up to the marriage allowance

Social media users in Kent and the UK could soon receive protection against harmful online content

Freeview channel 7 | Virgin Media channel 159

Travelodge gets over 1,500 job applications for new hotel