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Heartbroken dad shares love for Lucas

The heartbroken father of Lucas Dobson has paid an emotional tribute to his son.

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Moving vigils for tragic Lucas

Memorial events took place along the coast to honour Lucas Dobson who died after falling into a river.

'Let's flood these places with red'

Memorial events will take place along the coast tonight to honour Lucas Dobson who died after falling into a river.

Bank Holiday events near you

From jousting, to glamping to classic cars, there are live music events and festivals to choose from this Bank Holiday weekend

Teacher's tribute to Lucas says his school chair won't be left empty

A teacher's tear-jerking tribute to Lucas Dobson says his school chair won't be left empty, because he will take it to heaven with him.

Walking the coast, cliffs and fields in Ramblers festival

With a programme bursting with 42 walks led by friendly Ramblers, there's no excuse not to step out on an energetic, scenic and informative stroll

GCSE Results Day 2019

Teenagers from across the county are heading into school today to pick up their GCSE results - here's how they did.

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Lucas' mum thanks volunteers

The mum of Lucas Dobson has posted a message to volunteers who helped support the search for her little boy.

Miners Festival returns to Betteshanger

Brass bands, a dog show, beer tent, and exhibition are attractions at an annual festival celebrating our mining heritage this Bank Holiday

'Rest in peace precious boy'

Flowers and cards have been left near the area where Lucas Dobson's body was found.

Volunteer's car stranded on beach while searching for Lucas

The incident has now prompted warnings about the dangers of the beach despite the helper's good intentions to find the missing schoolboy.

Story of search for Lucas

The search for a missing six-year-old, who was swept away after falling in a river, has come to a tragic end.

Body found in search for Lucas

The body of missing six-year-old Lucas Dobson was found this morning.

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Report: No joy for Gills

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Kent sign Leaning from Yorkshire

Kent have signed batsman Jack Leaning from Division 1 championship rivals Yorkshire.

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