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Five Kent seaside towns have been hit by a house price slump as Londoners are “cooling” on the idea of relocating to the coast.
Richard Branson's Virgin Group make a bid to break Eurostar’s monopoly on services through the Channel Tunnel.
A 38-year-old banned from entering a number of town centre stores has been locked up after racking up more shoplifting convictions.
Drivers are facing lengthy delays after a burst water main caused a major town centre route to be shut.
Specialist equipment was brought in to clear a motorway of debris after a lorry hit a bridge and jackknifed.
A much-loved delivery driver who was diagnosed with breast cancer has had a surprise fundraiser set up for her.
Falling passenger numbers and traffic congestion has led to a reduction in services for one bus company.
A 35-year-old has appeared in court after his partner was left with scratches to her upper body following a town centre drinking session.
Plans for a village school to get a new building have been recommended for approval despite traffic fears amid a surge in demand for places.
The driver of a BMW who crashed into another car after speeding off following a police stop is being hunted by officers.
A lorry driver has been arrested on suspicion of driving an HGV under the influence of alcohol.
The charity RBLI, which supports armed forces veterans, has revealed plans for a new multi-million pound factory, academy and offices in Kent.
Elderly residents on a suburban estate fear being stranded when their bus service is withdrawn.
The leaders of Kent’s councils have written to the government to express an interest in joining the Devolution Priority Programme (DPP).
A winter flu crisis is crippling overwhelmed hospitals across Kent as a record number of patients endure long waits for a bed.
The getaway driver involved in a burglary reached speeds of 85 mph during a police chase.
With Kent’s hospitals gripped by a winter flu crisis, we asked the county’s MPs for their thoughts on the alarming waiting times in A&E.
The biggest proposed change in the way local government is run in Kent for 50 years has taken another bold step.
Protesters gathered outside a meeting of the county council this morning to express opposition to planned sweeping reforms to local government.
A weather warning for ice is in place this morning as the cold snap continues following last night’s snow and sleet.
From Steve McQueen’s photography collection to a hotly-anticipated triennial, these are the must-see art exhibitions coming to Kent.
People living on a housing development of almost 400 homes which has been left without internet for more than 24 hours are growing “frustrated”.
Snow has started settling in towns across the county as flood and cold weather warnings remain in place.
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With Celebrity Traitors coming soon, presenter Claudia Winkleman looks ahead to the BBC show.
From starting the process to how to care for your hair – here’s your expert guide to going grey.
Experts reveal what checking your phone first thing in the morning does to your brain.
Are you a champion quizzer? 13 brain teasers to answer from news to sport.
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Players at Maidstone-based Kent Phoenix have a genuine chance of competing at the Olympics.
Adam Hollioake’s arrival as Kent head coach may help further strengthen one of the county’s relationships with a side Down Under.
Gillingham have recalled one of their young professionals from a loan spell.
Maidstone manager George Elokobi has reiterated his call for patience in the transfer market.
Gillingham manager John Coleman insists he and his assistant Jimmy Bell are more than a ‘roll your sleeves up and get stuck in’ management team.
George Elokobi praised Shaq Coulthirst’s patience after the striker scored a hat-trick in Maidstone’s big home win over Enfield.
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