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Loved ones of a “caring” teacher who died after developing an addiction to painkillers believe her death was fuelled by online drug dealers.
A man has appeared in court accused of two counts of dangerous driving because he was alleged to be pleasuring himself behind the wheel.
A historic Kent site dating back to Roman times is being restored with more than £90,000 of funding.
A recycling firm is opposing plans to build more than 180 waterside flats as it fears new residents will take legal action over the noise it makes.
With shoplifting on the rise and social media awash with CCTV of thieves, KentOnline asks whether “honesty boxes” can still work for businesses.
Officers are asking for help in locating a missing child.
Angry residents say they are planning to send their garden waste bins back after all but one Kent council hiked the price of the service.
A main route used by thousands of drivers every day is closing overnight for repair work.
Three men have been hit with fines for littering and fly-tipping incidents taken to court.
A housing developer has not given up plans to build over a former pear orchard.
A business centre could find a new purpose restoring and selling an iconic British car from the sixties.
A bridge was closed to traffic and trains after a boat collided with it.
Police have confirmed a teenager who was reported missing has been found safe and well.
A dramatic rise in school exclusions across Kent has seen thousands of pupils kicked out of the classroom – including children as young as four.
A no-nonsense shop worker has been praised online after a video emerged of her confronting a suspected cheese thief.
A group of Travellers have left a beauty spot after a visit from the police.
A former art student’s unique style has earned him social media fame, but very little was known about ‘The 70s Guy’ – until now.
A rapist who attacked his victim in a hotel room has been sent to prison.
Plans have been approved for a housing estate on the outskirts of a village, which residents complain has been “left in the Dark Ages”.
Organisers have cancelled a 5km running event after caravans moved onto the country park where it is held.
The Met Office is warning that more than half a month’s worth of rainfall could hammer down this weekend, with a risk of lightning and hail too.
A thug who assaulted and threatened a shop worker with a knife after he tried to stop him from stealing a four-pack of beers has been jailed.
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Leading doctors reveal the steps you need to take to reverse your biological age.
A character created by Julia Donaldson is being celebrated with the launch of a Royal Mint 50p coin.
A top dentist explains how fat jabs can play havoc with your oral hygiene.
A gnome-obsessed woman has built an impressive collection of 72 garden ornaments, all of which were bought from a Kent supermarket branch.
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Trainer Charlie Rumbol has been recognised for his dedication to boxing with an invite to Buckingham Palace.
Gillingham manager Gareth Ainsworth has joined an exclusive group to have completed their UEFA Pro Licence.
Kent Spitfires suffered their second loss of the Vitality Blast after a thrilling finish at Surrey.
Kent’s Zak Crawley admitted he feels nervous playing for the county because he’s so keen to do well.
Gillingham boss Gareth Ainsworth admits the club are having to rein in their spending this summer in a reversal of recent seasons.
Gillingham have unveiled a striking new home kit for the 2025/26 season.
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