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Derelict town centre plot earmarked for affordable homes to be sold at auction

Council-owned land which was previously set aside for an affordable housing scheme is set to go under the hammer.

Prisoner accused over sexual assault one hour after early release from jail

A man has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman just an hour after being released from prison under the government’s early release scheme.

Primary school devastated by fire rated ‘outstanding’

A village school which was “left in ruins” after a fire has received the highest grade from Ofsted.

Crews spent hours tackling blaze which ‘blew smoke across motorway’

Crews spent more than four hours tackling a straw fire in a field after the blaze caused problems for motorists travelling along the M2.

‘4,000 more homes is a disaster for the town’

Plans to roll out a sprawling network of 4,000 new homes have been labelled “a disaster” capable of “ruining a historic market town”.

Motorway delays after three-vehicle crash

A crash involving two cars and a van caused severe delays for drivers on the M2.

Prolific ‘Cherry Bakewell’ thief back behind bars after throwing rock at police station

A 51-year-old man has been sent back to prison after attempting to damage the window of police station not long after his cake stealing exploits.

Families protest against disability benefits changes

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

Road reopens after car overturns

A road has reopened after being blocked by an overturned car.

‘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.

Packaging firm hits back at protestors after second break-in

A packaging company says it is the victim of law-breaking protestors who wrongly believe it supplies products to the arms industry.

PSPOs rolled out to tackle ‘excessive public drinking’ in town

Measures are being introduced to combat antisocial behaviour in a town’s high street.

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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.

‘Living round here would stink - but I’ve got a plan to fix the smell’

A businessman is calling for a creek he likens to a “dump” to be cleaned up and his tidal gate plan to be adopted ahead of plans to build new homes.

Armed police search after reports of man with weapon

Armed police and a helicopter were deployed to track down a man believed to have a weapon.

Bin day changes to help improve ‘rocky’ service

More than 9,000 households across a borough are set to see their bin day changed as part of a raft of measures to improve a waste contract.

Cannabis-smoking car salesman with child in Mercedes caught undertaking at 100mph

A car salesman clocked speeds in excess of 100mph as he cut between traffic on the M2 while over the drug limit and with a child in his Mercedes.

Weather warning issued as heavy rain set to lash Kent

People in Kent are being told to expect “thundery rain” and flooding as wet weather hits the county this weekend.

Delays as 15-mile stretch of M2 shut all weekend

Planned structural works have closed a 15-mile stretch of the M2 all weekend, causing knock-on delays.

Brilliant on a budget: Kent’s free attractions

If the summer holidays have cleared out your bank account, don’t worry - we’ve got six free days out that the whole family will love.

The eyesores in Kent set for a rebirth

From abandoned department stores to old shopping centres, we’ve had a look at some of the big plans for Kent’s ugliest sites.

Mum’s stunning cake bouquets scoop national awards

A mum who started a ”cake floristry” business after finding her talent while baking for her kids’ birthdays has smashed a national contest.

Kent Politics Podcast hears from Lord Michael Howard

Lord Michael Howard has revealed he predicted Liz Truss would be an “absolute disaster” as Prime Minister before she landed the top job.

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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.

Reaction from the manager after another red card for Gillingham

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Derelict town centre plot earmarked for affordable homes to be sold at auction

Prisoner accused over sexual assault one hour after early release from jail

Primary school devastated by fire rated ‘outstanding’

Crews spent hours tackling blaze which ‘blew smoke across motorway’

‘4,000 more homes is a disaster for the town’

Motorway delays after three-vehicle crash

Prolific ‘Cherry Bakewell’ thief back behind bars after throwing rock at police station

Families protest against disability benefits changes

Road reopens after car overturns

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

Packaging firm hits back at protestors after second break-in

PSPOs rolled out to tackle ‘excessive public drinking’ in town

Winter fuel payment: How did Kent MPs vote?

‘Living round here would stink - but I’ve got a plan to fix the smell’

Armed police search after reports of man with weapon

Bin day changes to help improve ‘rocky’ service

Cannabis-smoking car salesman with child in Mercedes caught undertaking at 100mph

Weather warning issued as heavy rain set to lash Kent

Delays as 15-mile stretch of M2 shut all weekend

Brilliant on a budget: Kent’s free attractions

The eyesores in Kent set for a rebirth

Mum’s stunning cake bouquets scoop national awards

Kent Politics Podcast hears from Lord Michael Howard

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Things to do in Sittingbourne

Contact the Sittingbourne team

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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

Reaction from the manager after another red card for Gillingham

Gillingham's boss salutes team’s “amazing mentality” after beating Tranmere

Report: Gillingham maintain winning home form

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