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The new administration at Kent County Council has revealed where it plans to make millions in savings following the findings of its Doge team.
All the cases at a magistrates’ court have been relocated while repairs are made to the building.
Police are continuing to search for evidence at a home where a chainsaw-wielding plumber was shot by an armed officer.
A 13-year-old boy has followed his family's footsteps after qualifying to become the UK’s youngest digger driver.
The mystery surrounding a “chemical” smell at a roundabout continues as nearby businesses deny responsibility for the scent.
Motorists are facing long tailbacks on the M20 following an incident this afternoon.
The dreaded Operation Brock contraflow is to be deployed on the M20 ahead of the summer holidays.
A council has asked people for their views to shape a new policy to control houses in multiple occupation, and huge numbers want to see tougher rules.
The A20 has been closed after police found suspicious items at the property where a chainsaw-wielding plumber was shot by an armed officer.
A main road was shut following a crash involving four vehicles.
A £1 million block of flats, two pubs and the freehold of a long-established record shop are among the lots being auctioned later this month.
With an increasing number of houses being converted into care homes, a council is worried that it has no control over protecting the vulnerable.
ANPR cameras are to be used to enforce a private vehicle ban in a busy town centre, but only in one direction.
A bar featuring bench dancing, steins and bratwursts will reopen in a town centre after being saved by its original founders.
Take in spectacular summer views with a relaxing river cruise from five stunning Kent locations.
A man shot by police was wielding a chainsaw, wearing a gas mask, body armour, and holding a suspected improvised explosive device.
A dad-of-two and his fellow band members are waiving their fees for a charity gig, and donating the money in memory of his music-loving daughter.
Disgruntled park home residents have been promised the council tax banding review they wanted after learning neighbours were paying less.
A conservation group has declared the latest housing plan for a former horse field a ‘big improvement’ on a previously approved scheme.
A court heard how a woman with “good background and schooling” has seen her life spiral out of control due to drink and drugs.
Animal sanctuary bosses say they have been left heartbroken after a newly rescued goat was stolen overnight.
Neighbours are still battling to prevent 435 homes being built on green fields.
Residents terrorised by teenagers riding electric bikes up to 50mph in a park fear someone could be killed if they are not stopped.
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Gillingham’s leading goalscorer from last season Jayden Clarke has joined National League side Forest Green Rovers.
Gillingham boss Gareth Ainsworth hopes to have at least one more new face in the squad before the League 2 season gets under way.
Grant Stewart has attributed much of his batting red-ball success this summer to the approach implemented by Kent head coach Adam Hollioake.
Maidstone United’s latest signing is targeting back-to-back promotions from National League South.
Joey Evison was Kent Spitfires’ hero as they kept their hopes of qualifying for the Vitality Blast knockout stages alive with a two-wicket away win.
Maidstone face one of National League South’s big-hitters in their opening home game of the season.
Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) and Emergency Exit Arts have teamed up for the ‘Echoes of Maidstone’ Arts Carnival.
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