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Cocaine dealer jailed

10 March 2017
Cocaine dealer jailed

Drugs, cash and two mobile phones were seized by police before a man was jailed for supplying cocaine in a Kent town.

Four charged in historic drive-by shooting case

09 March 2017
Four charged in historic drive-by shooting case

Four men have been charged in connection with a cold-case murder.

Strictly star sweeps mayor off feet

07 March 2017
Strictly star sweeps mayor off feet

WATCH: It's not every day you find yourself in the arms of a celebrity but that's where a borough mayor and grandmother ended up today.

Video: Thousands of litres of water 'flood' Dartford Tunnel

06 March 2017
Video: Thousands of litres of water 'flood' Dartford Tunnel

Footage shows 2,500 litres of water pour from the ceiling per minute as safety checks are carried out on the underground road.

Traffic at standstill after crash

05 March 2017
Traffic at standstill after crash

Drivers reported being stuck on a main road following a collision.

Fire under stairs destroys part of house

05 March 2017
Fire under stairs destroys part of house

Witnesses reported seeing lots of smoke as firefighters tackled a blaze in a cupboard under the stairs in a house.

Generous store supports Messenger's chosen charity

05 March 2017
Generous store supports Messenger's chosen charity

An organisation that helps people living with dementia has become the latest cause to benefit from a convenience store's unique charity scheme.

Motorway closed following crash

05 March 2017
Motorway closed following crash

A section of motorway was shut this morning after a car collided with the central reservations.

Bluewater gang rape suspects released

03 March 2017
Bluewater gang rape suspects released

Six people arrested after a young woman reported being raped in a shopping centre car park have been released without charge.

Dumbledore drops in for World Book Day

03 March 2017
Dumbledore drops in for World Book Day

Thousands of children dressed as Harry Potter characters - but this school went one better with a visit from one of the stars of the films.

'I tried to save his life – and was arrested for his murder'

02 March 2017
'I tried to save his life – and was arrested for his murder'

A former youth worker who performed CPR on a man shot in the stomach by a gang member was arrested and locked in a police cell for 40 hours.

Homeless man arrested over hoax 999 calls

28 February 2017
Homeless man arrested over hoax 999 calls

Ambulances were called to a medical emergency and a stabbing on the same night - but neither had actually happened.

Wine and cash stolen

28 February 2017
Wine and cash stolen

Bottles of wine and purses containing money and cards have been taken during a burglary.

Missing 15-year-old found

28 February 2017
Missing 15-year-old found

A teenage boy who disappeared while wearing a blazer and tie, has been found safe and well.

'Residents' health must come first'

27 February 2017
'Residents' health must come first'

A national charity has written an open letter to Highways England about controversial plans for roadworks that could last three years.

Drink drive arrest as child injured in crash

27 February 2017
Drink drive arrest as child injured in crash

A woman and a young girl were taken to separate hospitals, and a drink drive arrest was made, after a car overturned and crashed into parked vehicles.

Dementia charity has big plans for an exciting year

27 February 2017
Dementia charity has big plans for an exciting year

The Messenger's Charity of the Year for 2017 has plans for a community cafe, an adult sensory room and more.

Plaque marks invention that changed music

25 February 2017
Plaque marks invention that changed music

When Dartford and music are mentioned together the Rolling Stones spring to mind but another piece of the town's musical heritage has been celebrated.

Road rage killer wins High Court challenge

24 February 2017
Road rage killer wins High Court challenge

A gangster who stabbed a man to death on the M25 more than 20 years ago could be allowed to move to an open prison.

Mum dies days after being sent home from hospital

24 February 2017
Mum dies days after being sent home from hospital

A much-loved mother and grandmother was left in excruciating pain after being misdiagnosed by medical staff.

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