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Aldi eyes up new stores in two Kent towns

Discount retailer Aldi is appealing for help to find sites for new stores in two Kent towns.

‘A country without the need for foodbanks is the vision’

As part of National Foodbank Day a charity showcased messages from people explaining the hardship they face.

Plans to expand ‘restricted zones’ set up around schools

A controversial scheme which bans motorists driving down streets around schools during certain hours could soon be rolled out to more locations.

Man dies after digger overturns in field

A man who was airlifted to hospital after a digger tipped over has died, police have confirmed.

Man ‘threatened at knifepoint in earbuds robbery’

A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of robbing someone of their earbuds while armed with a knife.

New vision unveiled for 135 flats and co-working spaces on demolished shopping centre site

New designs have finally been drawn up for the redevelopment of a now torn down shopping complex and multi-storey car park.

Candle and beer thief had ‘no memory’ of stealing from One Stop

A thief who stole scented candles and beer from a store told magistrates he couldn’t remember stealing them before being shown CCTV of him in the act.

Child rapist jailed for 17 years

A sex offender who repeatedly assaulted a child over a two-year period is behind bars.

Bargain three-bed townhouse up for auction - but there’s a catch

A mould-covered townhouse in disrepair has been listed for auction.

Heartbreak as school tuck shop ‘completely ransacked’

A school has expressed its heartbreak after its parent-run tuck shop was broken into and destroyed.

‘I’m disgusted my livestock keeps getting attacked by dogs’

A farmer is calling for dog owners to keep their animals on the lead after one of his lambs was left covered in blood from a dog attack.

Major bridge route to close again this weekend

National Highways has warned a motorway bridge carriageway will be closed overnight and on a weekend as it undertakes work to improve the road.

Families protest against disability benefits changes

Protestors have gathered at County Hall to demonstrate against the changes to disability benefits.

Arsonist jailed after endangering neighbours’ lives

An arsonist torched his flat, endangering the lives of his neighbours, just hours after police had found him at a railway bridge threatening to jump.

Mosque marks 10 years of uniting community

An Islamic place of worship has marked a milestone anniversary which has seen community cohesion flourish and questions about beliefs answered.

Biker in serious condition after crash

A motorcyclist has been taken to a London hospital with serious injuries following a crash.

‘Losing Wilko has left shopping centre dead as a dodo’

A year ago today, Wilko started shutting stores across Kent. While several units have been filled, gaping holes have been left in some town centres.

Husband and wife team put finishing touches on final segment for HS2 tunnel

Production of concrete segments for a vital part of Britain’s HS2 rail project has been completed at a huge factory in Kent.

Dog owner fined after Staffie-type bites police officer and neighbour

A pet owner has been fined after his dog bit a police officer who had come round to inspect a report the same animal had bit a neighbour.

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Winter fuel payment: How did Kent MPs vote?

The government is set to go ahead with cutting winter fuel payments for pensioners across the country.

Mixed response to government’s planned ‘buses overhaul’

Plans put forward to give councils powers to set bus routes, fares and schedules more easily have divided leaders locally.

Woman bitten on train by ‘out of control’ dog

Police investigating after a woman was bitten by a dog on a train are trying to trace a man they think can help with their inquiries.

Only a third of children in care in Medway from the Towns

A report from Medway Council says two-thirds of children in care accommodation are from outside the area.

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Bavarian beer festival to bring steins and sausages to the coast

The Oktoberfest-inspired event is in its second year and boasts German beers and live Oompah bands.

‘I have so many things on my shoulders but I’m not giving up on this pub’

A pub owner says he is refusing to give up on reopening his town centre site despite the building remaining empty since the pandemic.

Food festival organisers are cooking up a storm for second year

The team behind a free food and drink festival are returning for a second year of street food stalls, live music and comedy nights.

The pub where all pints are a fiver - apart from the ones costing £4.20 and £5.50!

There’s confusion with the prices and the front door as Secret Drinker ends up in a pub all on his lonesome

‘Just in time for Xmas’ say shoppers as exact date Home Bargains will open revealed

An opening date has been confirmed for a much-awaited discount chain store, once home to a supermarket chain.

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Award-winning pub to host garden tour

'Struggling' garden centre to undergo £3m revamp

‘I just hope my dad is proud’: Family says goodbye to nursery after 30 years

‘I turned my unassuming Kent garden into a stunning mini-rainforest’

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Manager’s message of support for winger before his Priestfield double

Jayden Clarke scored his first goals in the Football League on Saturday - the perfect response to some of the criticism that’s gone his way.

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Aldi eyes up new stores in two Kent towns

‘A country without the need for foodbanks is the vision’

Plans to expand ‘restricted zones’ set up around schools

Man dies after digger overturns in field

Man ‘threatened at knifepoint in earbuds robbery’

New vision unveiled for 135 flats and co-working spaces on demolished shopping centre site

Candle and beer thief had ‘no memory’ of stealing from One Stop

Child rapist jailed for 17 years

Bargain three-bed townhouse up for auction - but there’s a catch

Heartbreak as school tuck shop ‘completely ransacked’

‘I’m disgusted my livestock keeps getting attacked by dogs’

Major bridge route to close again this weekend

Families protest against disability benefits changes

Arsonist jailed after endangering neighbours’ lives

Mosque marks 10 years of uniting community

Biker in serious condition after crash

‘Losing Wilko has left shopping centre dead as a dodo’

Husband and wife team put finishing touches on final segment for HS2 tunnel

Dog owner fined after Staffie-type bites police officer and neighbour

Winter fuel payment: How did Kent MPs vote?

Mixed response to government’s planned ‘buses overhaul’

Woman bitten on train by ‘out of control’ dog

Only a third of children in care in Medway from the Towns

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Bavarian beer festival to bring steins and sausages to the coast

Bavarian beer festival to bring steins and sausages to the coast

‘I have so many things on my shoulders but I’m not giving up on this pub’

‘I have so many things on my shoulders but I’m not giving up on this pub’

Food festival organisers are cooking up a storm for second year

Food festival organisers are cooking up a storm for second year

The pub where all pints are a fiver - apart from the ones costing £4.20 and £5.50!

The pub where all pints are a fiver - apart from the ones costing £4.20 and £5.50!

‘Just in time for Xmas’ say shoppers as exact date Home Bargains will open revealed

‘Just in time for Xmas’ say shoppers as exact date Home Bargains will open revealed

Gardens

Award-winning pub to host garden tour

'Struggling' garden centre to undergo £3m revamp

‘I just hope my dad is proud’: Family says goodbye to nursery after 30 years

‘I turned my unassuming Kent garden into a stunning mini-rainforest’

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Manager’s message of support for winger before his Priestfield double

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Reaction from the manager after another red card for Gillingham

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Report: Gillingham maintain winning home form

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