An escaped prisoner has been captured by police after a helicopter search of north Kent.

The police helicopter was scrambled today in the hunt for two men believed to be in possession of weapons.

Two pals share epic charity challenge from Gravesend to India

Kent's dark streets could again be illuminated all night once the council installs new LEDs... but it's not an overnight job.

Today is the first public meeting in Kent on the Lower Thames Crossing proposals - don't miss the chance to get your views across.

Serious delays remain around the Dartford Tunnel and the M25 after a lorry hit and damaged a barrier at the entrance.

Arriva makes a u-turn to reinstate village service

New team of doctors to take over services

British at its best, this adaptation of a Hitchcock classic is a must-watch for anyone to pertains to have a sense of humour.

The Messenger's Charity of the Year, the Parents Consortium, is hosting a colourful fundraiser.

Dartford Grammar School is beating some of the country’s top private schools when it comes to offers of placements at the best universities.

Witnesses reported seeing men in balaclavas flee after staff were assaulted and cash was stolen during a robbery at a Co-op store.

Almost all Dartford and Gravesham secondary schools managed to get 100% of their children through one A-level, better than the national picture.

Three youths accused of wrecking thousands of pounds of equipment in an alleged arson attack have walked free after a witness failed to attend court.

Call for action as health district sees increase in patients diagnosed with diabetes

Simon Pegg and Jack Whitehall popped in to visit cancer-stricken James, while his family have shaved their heads in support.

Four actors play a staggering 130 characters in madcap spy thriller The 39 Steps. The comedy is celebrating its 10th birthday with a national tour.

The county council has announced who will take on a £40m, three year project to upgrade thousands of street light bulbs to LEDs.

Two council leaders are at loggerheards over a new Lower Thames Crossing, with one relieved and one vowing to fight the project.

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