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Thug jailed after knuckleduster attack

A thug who viciously attacked another man outside a bar with a knuckleduster has been jailed for more than six years.

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Council HQ branded 'fire trap'

A building housing 1,100 council staff has been compared to something similar to a rough Chinese portacabin.

Condom found on floor at KFC

A fast food chain has apologised after a diner made a grim discovery at one of its restaurants.

Universal credit completely covers Kent

The government's controversial universal credit system comes into full force across Kent from today as the last two jobcentres in the county adopt it.

Yarnold caps off great year with honorary degree

Britain's greatest Winter Olympian Lizzy Yarnold will receive an honorary degree from the University of Kent in recognition of her sporting career.

There's festive magic in the air

There are Christmas lights switch-ons, markets and fairs across the county this weekend. Here's our guide to what's on:

Where to see Santa this Christmas

Santa's busy in the run-up to Christmas, visiting grottos across Kent. Here's our guide to where to see him:

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Car fire caused major delays

Traffic ground to a halt on the A249 after a car caught fire.

Father and daughter killed as car was 'catapulted' into them

A hair salon boss died with his daughter as they waited for a their car to have its tyre changed on busy road, a court heard.

Football legend inspires student

A former football club boss has been inspiring students with a motivational talk on the importance of hard work to success.

Final farewells to fun-loving teenager

Family, friends and fellow students gathered to pay a final tribute to teenager Yazmina Howard, who died after falling from a motorway bridge.

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Man killed in road accident was hoping for a new start in the UK
Council set to axe Park and Ride?
Gang of robbers jailed for 200 years after terrifying raid

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Sport

Bingham: We must be on our guard

Gillingham midfielder Billy Bingham says FA Cup giant killers are lying in wait.

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New deal for Haggett

Calum Haggett featured in all One-Day Cup and T20 matches for Kent in 2018.

Maidstone United v Wrexham - top 10 pictures

Ten of the best Sean Aidan pictures as Stones give high-flying Wrexham a run for their money.

Walton's wonder goal

Maidstone midfielder Simon Walton described his goal against Wrexham as a once-in-a-blue-moon strike.

Oxford United v Gills - top 10 pictures

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Are you a skilled tradesperson? Then EKC Group may want you

Sponsored editorial: EKC Group reaching out to skilled tradespeople to meet demand for construction, electrical installation and plumbing lecturers.

M&S seeks 150 staff for Christmas

Women lead surge in dole claimants

Jobs up for grabs at homes plant

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Kent Training and Apprenticeships: Business Admin Apprentice (Level 2/Intermediate)
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Maidstone Borough Council: OPERATIONS SUPPORT OFFICER PARKING SERVICES
£16,627 TO £16,981 (pro-rata): Maidstone Borough Council: £16,627 TO £16,981 (pro-rata) 2x Part Time Posts, Grade 3 (18.5 hours per week) Permanent position Maidstone, Kent ...

St Simon Stock Catholic School.: Key Stage 3 Pastoral Manager
Salary as detailed: St Simon Stock Catholic School.: We are seeking to appoint a Pastoral Manager to join our highly effective Student Support team. Maidstone, Kent ...