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Fishermen in Kent say their industry is the “sacrificial lamb” in Sir Keir Starmer’s post-Brexit “reset” with the EU.
Exclusive: A multimillionaire has stepped in to save a much-loved leisure centre, which suddenly closed last summer.
A former cage fighter left a stranger so badly injured after a brutal street attack that he was unable to eat solid food for six months.
An A-road is blocked in both directions after a crash involving several vehicles.
Dog owners have reacted with dismay at a council’s plans to extend the number of areas where their pets must be kept on the lead.
A “modern” barn on farmland could be transformed into a countryside wedding and events venue under new plans.
Heartwarming footage has been released of porcupine parents welcoming another member to its prickly pack.
A Kent family has appeared in the top 20 of the UK rich list once again – despite their vast fortune taking a hit in the past year.
A massive £750,000 revamp of one of Kent’s largest free adventure play areas has taken a stride forward.
In 2022, P&O Ferries sacked 800 staff amid £100m-a-year losses. But recent problems suggest it’s not back to plain sailing just yet.
A unique skatepark at a Kent school has officially opened following months of construction and opposition from neighbours.
One of three men accused of raping and sexually abusing a schoolgirl after plying her with drugs has told a jury she lied to him about her age.
Maternity units at two Kent hospitals have made “significant improvements” since receiving the worst-possible rating from inspectors.
A young girl allegedly repeatedly raped by three men was filmed laughing and demanding cannabis as she sat in a car with one of her abusers.
A major step has been taken in the revival of an iconic seaside landmark ahead of its anticipated reopening.
A business is planning to move out of its long-standing base to make way for a new housing development.
A man has been arrested after a Tesco worker was attacked in a shop.
Police are on the hunt for a man in his 60s after a woman was grabbed and threatened with violence.
First-time restaurant owners told how they uncovered a litany of issues while overhauling their venue - but vowed to turn their plight into a success.
Protestors have been spotted at multiple Kent landmarks today as part of a nationwide stunt.
Plans to convert a barn into hotel rooms on the site of a Grade II-listed manor have sparked concerns over pedestrian safety.
A Chinese takeaway plagued with black mould and “greasy cobwebs” has been slapped with a one-star food hygiene rating.
A man has denied attempting to murder another during a reported assault in a residential cul-de-sac.
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A leading consultant urological surgeon explains the signs of prostate cancer and how treatable it is.
There are plenty of ways to trim the costs of an unforgettable sunshine getaway without losing that feelgood factor.
The Saturday Social is back with 13 trivia questions on everything from music to motorways.
A sceptic and his superfan other half take a chance on the O2’s ABBA extravaganza.
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Kent began their bid for a third successive Bill Beaumont County Championship title with a six-try win over Hampshire.
Kent suffered a hard-fought three-wicket defeat to Gloucestershire on the final day of a thrilling County Championship Division 2 match.
Lydd racer Bradley Ray showed early title intent with a clean sweep of wins in the British Superbike Championship at Donington Park.
Gillingham FC Supporters’ Club wants an investigation into disorder that marred the final game of the League 2 season at Port Vale.
St Lawrence & Highland Court got off the mark in the Kent League Premier Division at the second attempt with a 12-run home win over Sandwich Town.
Kent face an uphill task to bat out for a draw on the final day of their County Championship match with Gloucestershire.
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