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Police concerned for missing girl, 15, with links to London and Sussex

Officers are concerned for the welfare of a missing teenage girl last seen yesterday afternoon.

Bid to build homes on old depot up for debate next week

Plans to build nine homes on the site of a former grounds maintenance depot are set to be discussed next week.

Shoppers have first look at department store’s multi-million-pound revamp

A department store in a shopping centre has unveiled its new look following a major refurbishment.

‘I've never seen anything like it’: One in three patients wait 12 hours for bed at two Kent trusts

Almost one in three emergency patients needing to be admitted to hospitals in east Kent and Medway are waiting at least 12 hours for a bed.

Plans for children’s home set for approval despite ‘potential for noise to be significant’

Plans for a house to be converted into a care home for vulnerable young people have been recommended for approval.

‘He’ll be sorely missed’: Heartfelt tributes to ‘kind and friendly’ independent councillor

Tributes have been paid to a respected Kent councillor who has died after a battle with an illness.

Filming crews descend on town square

Members of a music group were spotted shooting scenes for their latest video in a town square as curious onlookers watched on.

Delays after crash blocks busy route

Drivers faced delays this morning following a crash near a village junction.

First of 60 ‘life-sized’ bear sculptures revealed

The first artist behind a new bear art trail inspired by a beloved children’s story has been revealed.

Plans to build homes and shop on ‘vital’ green space not ‘safe and suitable’

Controversial plans to build nine homes and a shop on a field have been refused by a council.

Forecasters issue warning as ‘prolonged and heavy rain’ set to batter Kent

Forecasters warn “prolonged and heavy” rain could lead to flooding and disruption in Kent later this week.

Dartford Crossing ranked worst location in UK for rental car fines

The river crossing has seen drivers rack up three times as many penalties as any other toll route in the country.

Claims former care home is housing adult asylum seekers dismissed

People living near a former care home which is being used to home asylum-seeking children have said they want it gone.

PureGym set to replace carpet store at town retail park

An affordable fitness chain is set to open its latest branch in the county.

Man arrested 180 miles away after handgun and firearms seized during police raid

A man has been charged after a prohibited handgun and other firearms were seized during a police raid as part of an investigation into drug supply.

Tributes to ‘kind and caring’ PE teacher of 40 years

Former students have paid tribute to a secondary school teacher who inspired hundreds of youngsters over the decades.

Thrill-seekers dressed as Father Christmas to take on zipline for children’s cancer charity

Adventurers will be able to fly at speeds of up to 50mph along the country’s longest zipline - and all with a festive twist.

Plans to revamp town centre sports bar

Plans to revamp a sports bar and create a Neighbourhood Green are among the latest planning applications submitted to a local council.

Town centre pharmacy sold to independent chain

A town centre pharmacy, which was previously under corporate ownership, has been sold to a growing independent chain.

Speed restriction on busy road due to damaged bridge

A speed restriction is in place on a busy road following emergency bridge works.

Long delays on M25 after crash

Drivers faced long delays on a busy motorway this morning due to several incidents.

Plans for almost 300 homes on green belt land near golf club

Permission is being sought for hundreds of new homes in a town amid ongoing fears over existing traffic problems in the area.

Rail delays after reports of trespasser on tracks

Trains from a station were unable to run due to a person on the tracks, but disruption remains.

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Police concerned for missing girl, 15, with links to London and Sussex

Bid to build homes on old depot up for debate next week

Shoppers have first look at department store’s multi-million-pound revamp

‘I've never seen anything like it’: One in three patients wait 12 hours for bed at two Kent trusts

Plans for children’s home set for approval despite ‘potential for noise to be significant’

‘He’ll be sorely missed’: Heartfelt tributes to ‘kind and friendly’ independent councillor

Filming crews descend on town square

Delays after crash blocks busy route

First of 60 ‘life-sized’ bear sculptures revealed

Plans to build homes and shop on ‘vital’ green space not ‘safe and suitable’

Forecasters issue warning as ‘prolonged and heavy rain’ set to batter Kent

Dartford Crossing ranked worst location in UK for rental car fines

Claims former care home is housing adult asylum seekers dismissed

PureGym set to replace carpet store at town retail park

Man arrested 180 miles away after handgun and firearms seized during police raid

Tributes to ‘kind and caring’ PE teacher of 40 years

Thrill-seekers dressed as Father Christmas to take on zipline for children’s cancer charity

Plans to revamp town centre sports bar

Town centre pharmacy sold to independent chain

Speed restriction on busy road due to damaged bridge

Long delays on M25 after crash

Plans for almost 300 homes on green belt land near golf club

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