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Paedophile jailed for abusing teenage girl

A 28-year-old man who committed a series of sex offences against a teenage girl, including taking indecent photographs of her, is now behind bars.

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Ban for dad who drank shots before crashing car into snow

A father-of-five who lost control of his car and skidded into a mound of snow after drinking beer and Jäger bombs has been banned from driving.

New coach drivers needed by The Kings Ferry

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The latest list of Kent's most-wanted people

A new man has joined the list of most-wanted people in Kent.

Judge 'frustrated' at Christmas Day murder trial delay

A judge has expressed his frustration about progressing the case of a 27-year-old man accused of murdering his teenage wife on Christmas Day.

Back garden bungalows plan thrown out

Councillors have rejected a planning application to demolish a house and build bungalows even though their officers recommended approval.

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Man's nose broken in bar brawl

An engineer broke a man's nose before hurling racial abuse at another as a nightclub brawl spilled out onto the street.

Charity box and staff tips stolen from coffee shop

Police are appealing for help after cash was taken from the counter of a town centre coffee shop.

180 houses approved despite fierce opposition

Only minor changes were made to plans for two big housing developments despite concerns from a hospital trust and local councils.

Crematorium to broadcast funerals live online

Mourners who are unable to attend loved ones' funerals can now watch services online via a live stream.

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Young people face becoming homeless from sheltered accommodation
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Diggers stop play at the park

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Sport

Reaction: Massive win for Gills

Gillingham’s win against Wycombe was massive, said boss Steve Lovell.

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Report: Gills' late winner

Gillingham returned home with maximum points thanks to Regan Charles-Cook’s late goal.

Report: Stones earn County replay

Maidstone face their third replay in this season’s FA Trophy after drawing at Stockport in the quarter-finals.

We didn't pay players

Hartley Country Club insist their shock resignation from the Kent League Premier Division is not because of money.

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Stones move an easy decision

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Longer dole queues in Kent

More than 1,100 more people in the county are claiming unemployment benefits according to the latest figures.

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New coach drivers needed by The Kings Ferry

Openreach to hire 75 trainees in Kent

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Tickets to see Ricky Gervais to go on sale

Tickets to see comedian, actor and writer Ricky Gervais perform his warm-up nights in Kent go on sale today.

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Head to Dreamland for free

To mark a momentous year for Margate, Dreamland managers are scrapping the entry fee when the park reopens for the new season.

New festival brings top tribute acts to town

A brand new music festival featuring top tribute acts of bands including Foo Fighters, Killers and Oasis and Blur will be staged this summer.

An experience for brides-to-be

Pick up inspiration, ideas and advice for your big day at this weekend's Wedding Experience show.

Half term fun: here's our guide

Stacey Solomon to meet fans in Kent

Winery awarded gold accolade by Visit England

Look back

'I've seen it all'

Pioneers from Kent who changed history

Wartime pictures show air raid devastation

Cathedral fire could have been arson

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Orchard Family Day 2019

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Rochester residents fear for Riverside chaos

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Glowsticks at the ready

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Nicknames for baby bumps revealed

More tickets released for LEGO exhibition

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Lifestyle

Town in UK's top five for million-pound homes

Homeowners in part of the county are rubbing their hands with glee after being ranked in the top five in the UK for the most million pound properties.