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A brand-new column is being launched this weekend which reviews the best and worst wine bars, cocktail lounges, and upmarket venues in Kent.
A tribunal has suspended the paramedic who caused the death of a colleague through careless driving but did not ban him from the profession.
Police have been given extra powers to tackle anti-social behaviour in a town centre following reports of “disorder, abuse and threatening behaviour”.
Cafes at four Kent Sainsbury’s superstores are set to close as the company plans to cut 3,000 jobs.
A four-car pile-up on the M2 has cleared after causing lengthy delays this morning.
The county council has paid out £340k less to parents in the last year after the number winning appeals over free school transport halved.
Kent is bracing for very windy conditions tomorrow as Storm Eowyn looms, with strong gusts expected.
NHS trusts across the county have paid out millions in compensation and legal costs due to claims of medical negligence resulting in cerebral palsy.
A remote control firefighting robot which can spray 2,000 litres of water a minute has been hailed as an “exciting addition” by the fire service.
A “weather bomb” set to batter Kent this week with gale-force winds has triggered a danger to life warning.
Kent County Council has been given a £23 million government grant to support bus services across the county.
An animal charity has raised concerns after a cat was found with a plastic carrier bag around its neck.
A family of a child with special needs who missed out on education for two years has been awarded more than £18,000 by Kent County Council.
The snowy winter flowers are almost in bloom. Here are six gardens where you can find them this year.
Two teenagers have been accused of wounding with intent to cause GBH after another young boy was stabbed.
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after being involved in a crash on a busy A-road this morning.
A former youth and sports centre which closed amid stinging council budget cuts has gone up for sale and is expected to be popular with developers.
A town centre eyesore currently home to Sports Direct is being sold with planning permission for a retail and residential development.
Repair bills for drivers who hit potholes, which now includes a senior county councillor, are on the up - but why are Kent’s roads in such a state?
A review into what went wrong when a new firm took on a £152m bin contract only for the service to descend into chaos has been discussed.
Weather forecasters have issued a cold health alert as temperatures are expected to plummet this weekend.
A healthcare firm which deals with 10,000 patients a month is still trying to get back on its feet six weeks after it had to shut down its IT system.
An 80-year-old grandad who has owned an eye-catching convertible for half a century says he has no intention of parting with his pride and joy.
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A new survey shows owners care more about their pet’s health than their own - or a global disaster.
Who knew that the humble potato is actually a superfood you don't need to feel guilty eating?
New Government-backed train ticket retailer to be created
If Dry January is going well, just think how much 12 months off the booze will help your body.
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Hopes of a first Kent winner in the £12,500 Cesarewitch since 2008 this weekend rest with Fawkham-based Barry O’Sullivan’s star runner.
Gillingham manager John Coleman admits he’d accept the team being vulnerable at the back if it means they’re more potent in attack.
Gillingham midfielder Armani Little has a decent track record against their weekend opponents Tranmere Rovers.
Catch up with the week’s football fixtures and results here.
Manager John Coleman’s hoping for another new signing before Saturday as he looks to explore every avenue to get Gillingham ticking.
Gillingham manager John Coleman has provided an update on injured striker Josh Andrews.
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