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Drivers are stuck in rush-hour delays following a crash involving several cars tonight.
Well-advanced talks could see part of a former department store converted into a specialist medical unit designed to take the pressure off a hospital.
A carer who caused a fatal collision on the M2 after speeding and drink-driving has been handed a lengthy prison sentence.
Behind closed doors in Kent, a hidden crisis is taking hold - one that often goes unseen by neighbours, friends, and even family.
Traffic is easing after an overturned car partially blocked a busy motorway.
A well-known village fete, which started after the Second World War, has been cancelled due to an increase in costs.
A scheme to upgrade doctors’ facilities is set to create more than 250,000 new appointments in the county as part of a larger overhaul project.
Rail passengers are facing disruption this afternoon after a fire broke out near the tracks.
The owner of a prominent hotel and spa is selling up her successful business after more than 35 years as she looks to retire.
It’s time to wave your flag and pick your favourites as Eurovision returns to our screens. Here’s where you can watch the Euro pop party.
A speeding motorcyclist who knocked down and killed a “larger-than-life” pensioner as he crossed the road has been jailed.
Council bosses say they are taking “appropriate action” after more than 12 caravans parked up on a green.
Drivers on a dual carriageway are being greeted by a huge ad featuring Danny Dyer with a caravan coming out of his mouth ahead of a TV show.
The high-profile life of one of the county’s most influential figures is to be celebrated at Rochester Cathedral where many will share their tributes.
The NHS says it will need millions of pounds to upgrade its services to cope with thousands of new residents living in a proposed garden village.
A man who was tracked down by a police dog after fleeing the scene of a crash has been arrested.
A hospital is taking part in an initiative to try and help people who are unaware they’re living with blood-borne viruses such as HIV and Hepatitis.
The new owner of a shopping centre has revealed his plans to turn it into a go-to destination.
Residents on a busy residential street have spoken of their shock after finding out one of the homes is being converted into a six-bedroom HMO.
More than 20 families will have to wait another month to see whether they can get their children into nearby schools.
A rental vehicle boss has called for a road near a notorious accident hotspot to be shut after having three vehicles written off within half a year.
Villagers are rallying against plans to wipe out orchards to build 100 homes, with hundreds signing a petition to stop the development.
A new landlord who refers to himself as ‘The G.O.A.T. entrepreneur’ says he is bringing back the good times to a closed-down pub.
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Gillingham’s leading scorer this season is among seven senior players leaving the club.
Sittingbourne manager Ryan Maxwell has announced the first three players returning for next season.
Gillingham are being linked with a move for a New Zealand international defender from Scotland.
Gillingham’s pre-season schedule is starting to take shape with several Kent opponents already lined up for the summer.
Kent were thrashed by an innings and 161 runs in Rothesay County Championship Division 2 by Glamorgan in Canterbury.
Rochester Eagles won the Junior Charity Cup Final after beating Westfield Sole.
Students will get the chance to see what life is like at Ripplevale School and College’s open evening on Tuesday 20 May.
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