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Behind the scaffolding - one of the town's oldest buildings

Thousands of people have walked past the former Central Pharmacy in Maidstone High Street with no clue as to what lay hidden inside.

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'I think about him every 10 seconds'

The family of a brave teenager who battled a brain tumour are looking to set up a charity in his memory, one year on from his death.

Boy arrested over bike theft

A 16-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of burglary following a crackdown on nuisance bikers.

Secret Drinker finds a West Malling gem

Our undercover drinker gives a review for a true hidden hostelry gem this week - but he'd be quite happy if you didn't take his advice.

Man arrested after M26 crash

A 26-year-old is in police custody after a serious crash on the M26 saw part of the road closed for several hours.

A-level results: The day in pictures

We have been out and about at schools and our picture gallery captures some of the best moments of the day.

'What's a life worth?'

The parents of a watchmaker’s assistant, who was killed by a lorry driver, have remembered their son as a “gentle giant”.

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Brexit 'could happen within 10 days'

A Conservative MP says Brexit could happen within days - as a Kent MEP warns a no-deal could lead to unnecessary deaths.

Jerry can search excuse didn't wash

A burglar who claimed he broke into a property because he was running out of fuel has been jailed.

A-Level Results Day 2019

We'll have reaction as thousands of teenagers collect exam results today.

Ambulance trust exits special measures

Kent's ambulance service has been rated 'good' by the health watchdog.

Man who stole van full of Christmas presents is jailed

A serial car thief who stole a van that was full of presents on Christmas Eve has been jailed for four years.

Pub set to reopen after nine years

A beloved pub has been bought by an independent brewery and is set to reopen as soon as possible.

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Sport

Reaction: Amaluzor wasn't injured

Maidstone head coach Hakan Hayrettin said Justin Amaluzor’s first-half substitution against Slough was tactical.

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Report: McClure makes his mark

Matt McClure scored a debut goal as Maidstone drew with Slough at the Gallagher Stadium.

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Updates as it's top v bottom when Ebbsfleet visit Solihull, Dover look for another win and Maidstone host Slough at the Gallagher.

Stones add Matt finish

Maidstone boss John Still has boosted his attacking options ahead of the weekend.

Rees leaves Gills

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Kent's Jordan Cox 'living the dream'

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Latest unemployment figures revealed

The number of people claiming unemployment benefits has increased every month for the past year.

Dole queues lengthen again in Kent

Jobs up for grabs at Aldi

Dole queues lengthen again in Kent

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Monster fun with Truckfest

Monster trucks, motorcycle stunts and fuel-filled fun will rumble in to a Kent attraction this weekend.

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Dinos, slime and animals: summer fun on the go

Dino adventures, climbing walls, live board games and a garden where it's guaranteed not to rain - here's our up to date guide to summer holidays fun: