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Weightlifting record to give tot 'fighting chance'

A gym has set a new weightlifting record to raise money to help explore treatments for a baby boy born with an extremely rare genetic condition.

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Hunt for scarred man after stabbing

Police are urging witnesses to come forward after a man was stabbed in the chest and have launched an appeal to trace a man with scars on his face.

Dog found hiding behind McDonald's bag

There are fears a stray spaniel discovered cowering behind some rubbish may have come from a puppy farm.

Fire crews called to kitchen flat blaze

Firefighters were called to tackle a blaze at a flat near a train station after a fire broke out in the kitchen.

Kent death featured in TV documentary

The tragic death of a retired Army officer from Kent is to be featured in a hard-hitting TV documentary about the state of the NHS.

Forensics officers called after 'medical incident'

Police teams are at a home after paramedics attended a medical episode.

Calls for Tory to go over Local Plan problems

A top councillor has fought off calls to quit over the local authority's handling of the draft Local Plan.

Inside the doomsday bunker built as Kent's last hope

In the event of nuclear war a concrete bunker below a park in Gravesend was all that stood between doomsday and the future of civilisation in Kent.

Fire crews battle kitchen blaze

Firefighters were called to a home this afternoon after a fire broke out in a kitchen.

Councillors voice concerns over bid for city status

A Kent council is in the process of applying for city status for a fourth time, but councillors have voiced their concerns over the bid.

Pensioner jailed for cocaine smuggling cruise dies in prison

A Kent pensioner who was jailed for eight years for smuggling cocaine on board a cruise ship from the Caribbean has died in prison.

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It's showtime for Johnny

Former world champion Johnny Armour is set to promote his first boxing show later this month.

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Gillingham hope to bounce back against bottom side Doncaster

Gillingham face bottom side Doncaster Rovers at Priestfield tonight as manager Steve Evans deals with the usual injury problems.

From Gillingham to Italy's top-flight for promising young defender

Gillingham-born footballer Luis Binks made his first start in Italy’s Serie A at the weekend.

Gillingham chairman threatens bans after trouble at Priestfield

Gillingham Football Club are to issue temporary bans to supporters that are under investigation over trouble at Priestfield on Saturday.

Team of the week

A painful afternoon for Gills defender after red-card challenge and defeat to Sunderland

The best pictures from Gillingham's 2-1 defeat to Sunderland

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Top tips to calm your pets this firework season

With Bonfire Night fast approaching here is how you can reduce your animals stress.

Who should win October's pet tournament?

After some intense battles, it's finally time for you to decide who wins Kent's pet of the month – who are you voting for?

Pet owners warned of carbon monoxide dangers

With nine out of 10 people not aware that their animals will be affected by the silent killer, here is how you can prevent a fatality.

Council adopts the John Chadwick Pet Policy

A council policy has been officially named after a homeless man who took his own life rather than leave his pets.

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Santa Specials steaming in to Kent

Climbing onboard a Santa Special has a special festive feeling. We round up the ones in Kent this year and how to get tickets before they sell out.

Top terrifying fright nights this Halloween

Do you enjoy being scared silly? If so, Halloween is the season for you, and there are some fright nights across Kent to get your spine tingling.

Half term fun for families across Kent

Halloween-themed activities and autumnal trails are among the days out on offer at attractions across Kent this half term holidays. Here's our guide:

Win a family ticket to Christmas at Bedgebury

Festival to bring two weeks of live arts events

Pumpkin picking sites in Kent this season

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First Class out this month

If you know a child who started school in September don't miss your chance to grab a copy of this fantastic keepsake supplement.

Mini police cadet course a big hit

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl swaps guitar for bedtime book

Play area to be built outside Primark

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Gardens open longer for botanical workshops

Spice up your weekend with five fabulous events

Outdoor artworks coming to a Kent castle

Town's sustainable planting will cut carbon

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Gravesend gym sets weightlifting world record of 100 tonnes in record time

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Environment Agency fell trees at a woodland site near Hythe much to the anger of those nearby.

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Politicians across Kent have been calling their safety into question after MP's death

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Sevenoaks parents say children are at serious risk while walking to and from school

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Young people encouraged to take up lorry driving

KCC's economic director has suggested young people could help solve driver shortages faced by the haulage industry.

Amazon to recruit hundreds of seasonal workers

Social care service wants to create 'army of caregivers'

Opening date for new Aldi revealed

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Hospital 'failings' led to death of support worker

Man exposes himself in park

Weightlifting record to give tot 'fighting chance'

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Hospital 'failings' led to death of support worker

Man exposes himself in park

Weightlifting record to give tot 'fighting chance'

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Weightlifting record to give tot 'fighting chance'

Hunt for scarred man after stabbing

Hunt for scarred man after stabbing

Dog found hiding behind McDonald's bag

Dog found hiding behind McDonald's bag

Fire crews called to kitchen flat blaze

Fire crews called to kitchen flat blaze

Kent death featured in TV documentary

Kent death featured in TV documentary

Forensics officers called after 'medical incident'

Forensics officers called after 'medical incident'

Calls for Tory to go over Local Plan problems

Calls for Tory to go over Local Plan problems

Inside the doomsday bunker built as Kent's last hope

Inside the doomsday bunker built as Kent's last hope

Fire crews battle kitchen blaze

Fire crews battle kitchen blaze

Councillors voice concerns over bid for city status

Councillors voice concerns over bid for city status

Pensioner jailed for cocaine smuggling cruise dies in prison

Pensioner jailed for cocaine smuggling cruise dies in prison

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Missing teenager has been found

Girl, 13, killed while crossing road

Man urged to come forward after 'suspicious incident'

'We retired here for peace and quiet, not a constant disco'

Opening date for town's first crematorium revealed

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It's showtime for Johnny

Gillingham hope to bounce back against bottom side Doncaster

Gillingham hope to bounce back against bottom side Doncaster

From Gillingham to Italy's top-flight for promising young defender

From Gillingham to Italy's top-flight for promising young defender

Gillingham chairman threatens bans after trouble at Priestfield

Gillingham chairman threatens bans after trouble at Priestfield

Team of the week

A painful afternoon for Gills defender after red-card challenge and defeat to Sunderland

The best pictures from Gillingham's 2-1 defeat to Sunderland

Your one stop shop for your furry, flying and finned friends...

Top tips to calm your pets this firework season

Who should win October's pet tournament?

Pet owners warned of carbon monoxide dangers

Council adopts the John Chadwick Pet Policy

Santa Specials steaming in to Kent

Santa Specials steaming in to Kent

Top terrifying fright nights this Halloween

Top terrifying fright nights this Halloween

Half term fun for families across Kent

Half term fun for families across Kent

Win a family ticket to Christmas at Bedgebury

Festival to bring two weeks of live arts events

Pumpkin picking sites in Kent this season

First Class out this month

Mini police cadet course a big hit

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl swaps guitar for bedtime book

Play area to be built outside Primark

Gardens open longer for botanical workshops

Spice up your weekend with five fabulous events

Outdoor artworks coming to a Kent castle

Town's sustainable planting will cut carbon

Gravesend gym sets weightlifting world record of 100 tonnes in record time

Environment Agency fell trees at a woodland site near Hythe much to the anger of those nearby.

Politicians across Kent have been calling their safety into question after MP's death

Sevenoaks parents say children are at serious risk while walking to and from school