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Luke Cawdell joined the KM as a trainee journalist in 2004 and progressed to become a senior multi-media reporter covering countywide sport

Dover manager praises effort but bemoans costly moment against Gillingham

09 July 2025
Dover manager praises effort but bemoans costly moment against Gillingham

Dover manager Jake Leberl hopes his side are quick learners after admitting the manner of their defeat to Gillingham on Tuesday was frustrating.

Sheppey derby to honour club legend with inaugural Ernie Batten Cup

09 July 2025
Sheppey derby to honour club legend with inaugural Ernie Batten Cup

There’s a pre-season friendly match with added meaning at Sheppey United this Saturday.

No new injuries a ‘big thing’ for Gillingham's Ainsworth after pre-season opener

08 July 2025
No new injuries a ‘big thing’ for Gillingham's Ainsworth after pre-season opener

Finishing Tuesday’s opening pre-season match without any more injuries was a big deal for Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth.

Report: McKenzie on target as Gillingham kick off pre-season with a win

08 July 2025
Report: McKenzie on target as Gillingham kick off pre-season with a win

Gillingham had plenty of senior players missing for their opening pre-season encounter but enough to see off Dover at Crabble on Tuesday night.

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Sam Vokes to miss early pre-season games as Gillingham play it safe

08 July 2025
Sam Vokes to miss early pre-season games as Gillingham play it safe

Gillingham are playing it safe with newcomer Sam Vokes as he continues to recover from an injury he sustained at the end of last season.

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Gillingham set for pre-season action — and Jonny Williams can’t wait to get going

07 July 2025
Gillingham set for pre-season action — and Jonny Williams can’t wait to get going

Gillingham get their pre-season games under way this week and midfield man Jonny Williams can’t wait to get going.

Gillingham reinstate matchday programme thanks to fan-led plan

04 July 2025
Gillingham reinstate matchday programme thanks to fan-led plan

Gillingham have reversed their decision to stop printing matchday programmes.

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Gillingham’s visit to Bromley moved for live Sky Sports coverage

04 July 2025
Gillingham’s visit to Bromley moved for live Sky Sports coverage

Gillingham’s trip to Bromley in September has been selected for live Sky Sports broadcast.

Conor Masterson embraces senior role at Gillingham

03 July 2025
Conor Masterson embraces senior role at Gillingham

Conor Masterson is ready to step up as Gillingham’s defensive leader this season.

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Former Gillingham youngster Emmanuel Fernandez joins Rangers in big career move

03 July 2025
Former Gillingham youngster Emmanuel Fernandez joins Rangers in big career move

Gillingham’s former defender Emmanuel Fernandez has clinched a move to Scottish giants Rangers.

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Sittingbourne add another new signing to the squad ahead of their pre-season opener

02 July 2025
Sittingbourne add another new signing to the squad ahead of their pre-season opener

Sittingbourne manager Ryan Maxwell has added another player to the squad – one of two signings he hopes to make before their pre-season opener.

Former Gills favourite Tucker signs for Colchester after MK Dons release

02 July 2025
Former Gills favourite Tucker signs for Colchester after MK Dons release

Gillingham will be coming up against one of their former players next season after rivals Colchester United snapped up free agent Jack Tucker.

Kent golfers fall short as Open dream ends in final qualifying

01 July 2025
Kent golfers fall short as Open dream ends in final qualifying

Kent’s hopefuls saw their Open Championship ambitions end after falling short in final qualifying for this year’s tournament at Royal Portrush.

Rowers’ worlds challenge

01 July 2025
Rowers’ worlds challenge

Faversham’s Cinque Ports Rowing Club will be flying the flag for the county when the St Ayles Skiff class do battle at the SkiffieWorlds in Scotland.

Fit-again Andy Smith keen to make his mark after Gillingham switch

01 July 2025
Fit-again Andy Smith keen to make his mark after Gillingham switch

Defender Andy Smith says he’s fit and ready to make an impact after making a permanent move back to Gillingham.

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Chatham Town issue Jack Evans statement in response to rival club’s transfer claim

30 June 2025
Chatham Town issue Jack Evans statement in response to rival club’s transfer claim

Chatham Town insist that former captain Jack Evans remains their player - three weeks after a rival club announced they’d signed him.

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Vokes relishing fresh start at Gillingham after injury heartbreak

30 June 2025
Vokes relishing fresh start at Gillingham after injury heartbreak

Experienced striker Sam Vokes is looking forward to putting a frustrating year behind him after signing for the Gills.

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Confident Minster target another win after Venugopalan heroics

27 June 2025
Confident Minster target another win after Venugopalan heroics

Minster will be hoping for another eye-catching result in the Kent League this weekend as their talented young side head to Lordswood.

Shrewsbury take swipe at Gills in Boyle signing video

26 June 2025
Shrewsbury take swipe at Gills in Boyle signing video

Shrewsbury Town have taken a cheeky swipe at Gillingham after unveiling the signing of defender Will Boyle.

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Gillingham set for Priestfield cup clash with play-off winners

26 June 2025
Gillingham set for Priestfield cup clash with play-off winners

Gillingham will be at home in round one of the Carabao Cup.

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