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Helicopter launched as police shut dual carriageway

07 July 2017
Helicopter launched as police shut dual carriageway

Police shut a dual carriageway and launched helicopter over concerns for a woman on a bridge.

Historic regatta to be resurrected

23 June 2017
Historic regatta to be resurrected

The world's oldest regatta has been handed a lifeline - after organisers of a popular festival stepped in.

Lineker tucks in at award-winning pub

22 June 2017
Lineker tucks in at award-winning pub

Football star Gary Lineker ditched the crisps and tucked into a meal at a gastropub just hours before it was named best in the country.

Crane leaves trail of destruction

20 June 2017
Crane leaves trail of destruction

A stretch of tarmac has been destroyed after a crane mounted the pavement, ripping open a manhole cover.

Howls of protest at beach dog ban

01 June 2017
Howls of protest at beach dog ban

More than 80 dog walkers took a stand on a popular beach in defiance of plans to exclude their pets.

Death crossing set to be replaced with bridge

01 June 2017
Death crossing set to be replaced with bridge

A level crossing where four people have died in recent years is set to be replaced with a footbridge.

Ghost above city centre coffee shop?

26 May 2017
Ghost above city centre coffee shop?

A ghost hunter claims to have snapped a smiling spirit - but is it genuine?

Time is ticking for Tank

22 May 2017
Time is ticking for Tank

A popular micropub could be flattened to make way for a three-storey block of shops, offices and apartments.

Former councillor leaves legacy 'in bricks and mortar'

18 May 2017
Former councillor leaves legacy 'in bricks and mortar'

A much-loved councillor has died at the age of 74 after battling dementia, Parkinson’s and emphysema.

War device detonated on beach

17 May 2017
War device detonated on beach

Officers cordoned off a popular section of coast after an unexploded wartime device was found.

Pedal at your peril: cycling danger spots revealed

15 May 2017
Pedal at your peril: cycling danger spots revealed

The most dangerous areas in Kent for cyclists have been revealed - with the finger of blame pointed at impatient drivers and poorly maintained roads.

Grave error is too close for comfort

21 April 2017
Grave error is too close for comfort

A daughter has been left devastated after a new grave was dug too close to her father's, leaving it damaged and unstable.

Roads are in "medieval" state of disrepair

15 April 2017
Roads are in "medieval" state of disrepair

Campaigners claim more needs to be done to repair potholes despite a multi-million pound cash pledge from Kent County Council.

A clay-covered helping hand

14 April 2017
A clay-covered helping hand

A TV talent judge is set to raise pots of money for a church appeal by making mugs.

Police to patrol harbour after vandalism

14 April 2017
Police to patrol harbour after vandalism

Reports of vandals damaging boats and jumping in the water have sparked more police patrols.

Where is ET?

11 April 2017
Where is ET?

A street artist has struck again in a Kent town - this time painting an iconic scene from film favourite ET.

Fitness fan fears for his sight but keeps fighting

06 April 2017
 Fitness fan fears for his sight but keeps fighting

A 35-year-old is determined to tick off a bucket list before he loses his sight to a rare eye condition.

Kent's 'Banksy' gives Queen urban makeover

04 April 2017
Kent's 'Banksy' gives Queen urban makeover

Graffiti artist Catman has struck once again – this time with an image of Her Majesty on a hoverboard.

Controversial court battle costs taxpayer more than £200,000

31 March 2017
Controversial court battle costs taxpayer more than £200,000

A High Court battle over the sale of seafront land has cost the taxpayer thousands of pounds.

Controversial oyster racks to go on iconic stretch of beach?

28 March 2017
Controversial oyster racks to go on iconic stretch of beach?

Rumours that racks will be put on a famous section of shingle have been answered.

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