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Rhys Griffiths

Rhys Griffiths began his career in 2007 as a reporter for the Dover Express. He joined the Kent Messenger as a senior reporter in 2020, working first in Maidstone and then in Ashford. He is now newsletter and features writer for KentOnline.

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Kent town named best place to live in south east - but will locals be priced out?

15 March 2024
Kent town named best place to live in south east - but will locals be priced out?

A Kent town has been named by The Sunday Times as the best place to live in the south east – but what could its soaring popularity mean for locals?

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We tried stunning countryside walk from city to the seaside

09 March 2024
We tried stunning countryside walk from city to the seaside

In just under two-and-a-half hours, we ventured from bustling streets through peaceful woodland and ended up enjoying fish and chips by the sea.

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Legendary Kent nightclub was ‘everybody’s second home and last resort’

08 March 2024
Legendary Kent nightclub was ‘everybody’s second home and last resort’

A night out at this club was a rite of passage for generations – but the town looks very different today.

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Recognition for distillery at ‘Oscars of whiskey’

05 March 2024
Recognition for distillery at ‘Oscars of whiskey’

A couple who run a distillery are celebrating after two of its locally-crafted whiskies were honoured at a leading industry competition.

The sun-trap beer garden at the end of a stunning canal-side walk

15 February 2024
The sun-trap beer garden at the end of a stunning canal-side walk

We took in the sights and sounds of the Kent countryside before enjoying a locally brewed pint at one of the county’s hidden gems...

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Missing teen is found

14 February 2024
Missing teen is found

Police say a missing teenager who was last seen yesterday evening has now been found.

‘I went on holiday and was held hostage for four months’

13 February 2024
‘I went on holiday and was held hostage for four months’

A man has told how a summer holiday took a sinister turn and left him fearing each day could be his last.

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Two rescued from flat fire

11 February 2024
Two rescued from flat fire

Firefighters had to help two people to safety after a blaze broke out at a property this afternoon.

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Car crashes yards from high street pub

11 February 2024
Car crashes yards from high street pub

A driver who crashed in a high street has been condemned as ‘stupid and reckless’ after just missing a young child.

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Holly Willoughby celebrates birthday at Kent attraction

11 February 2024
Holly Willoughby celebrates birthday at Kent attraction

The former This Morning host has spent the “best birthday weekend” at a wildlife park in the county.

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Acts announced for summer festival

10 February 2024
Acts announced for summer festival

The new organisers of a music festival in the grounds of an historic Kent landmark have revealed more details about the line up.

‘Emotional’ sighting of dolphins caught on camera

10 February 2024
‘Emotional’ sighting of dolphins caught on camera

Onlookers were captivated when a group of dolphins swam close to the quayside at a popular coastal visitor attraction.

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Boy’s beloved quad bike stolen and torched

10 February 2024
Boy’s beloved quad bike stolen and torched

CCTV footage shows the moment a 10-year-old boy’s quad bike was taken from a back garden, before being set on fire near the family’s home.

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‘This used to be town’s roughest pub – but it’s such a classy venue now’

01 February 2024
‘This used to be town’s roughest pub – but it’s such a classy venue now’

When our reporter was last inside this building, the “air of menace” led to a swift exit – but his recent visit couldn’t have been more different.

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Faulty electrical wiring sparks fire in kitchen

07 January 2024
Faulty electrical wiring sparks fire in kitchen

Firefighters were called to a blaze at a property believed to have been caused by faulty electrics.

The parts of Kent hit by cold weather warning as snow forecast

07 January 2024
The parts of Kent hit by cold weather warning as snow forecast

A weather warning is in place for large parts of the county ahead of icy conditions and potential snow showers.

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Police issue warning to driver at boy racer hotspot

07 January 2024
Police issue warning to driver at boy racer hotspot

Police have issued a warning to a driver over their conduct at a leisure complex known to be a meeting place for boy racers.

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Classic car show scrapped because of ULEZ

06 January 2024
Classic car show scrapped because of ULEZ

Organisers of a long-running festival of vintage vehicles have decided to scrap this year’s event because of the expansion of ULEZ.

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Giant-killers: Maidstone United revel in FA Cup glory

06 January 2024
Giant-killers: Maidstone United revel in FA Cup glory

The Stones have progressed to the fourth round for the very first time after beating Stevenage in front of a capacity crowd at the Gallagher Stadium.

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Bridge shut amid three-hour delays

06 January 2024
Bridge shut amid three-hour delays

Motorists faced significant delays after the closure of the QEII Bridge following a police incident.

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