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'He had a smile brighter than a thousand stars'

A fundraiser has been launched to help pay for a headstone for the grave of a little boy who died aged seven.

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Man jailed for assaulting two police officers

A man has been jailed after assaulting two police officers as they tried to search him.

Rival taxi firms team up to fight proposed rules

Competing taxi companies are working together to oppose new rules which they say would force price hikes and damage the local economy.

Man due in court after armed police swoop

A man is due in court today charged with robbery and a firearm offence following a major police operation.

'Lucky you got me, I was going to stab someone'

A man has been jailed after being caught with a knife in public three times and on one occasion congratulating police on catching him.

Armed police raid after robbery

Armed police have been called to a town following an armed robbery.

'Zombie' protesters descend on housing site

A community group dressed up as zombies to oppose plans for 153 homes.

'Prepare for more independent venues to close'

Post-Brexit visa rules could 'poison' Kent's live music scenes, according to venue owners.

Sculpture of British soldier to be installed on seafront

A sculpture of a British soldier pointing in the direction of Parliament where the decision to invade Iraq was made is being installed.

Siblings set up ghost hunting firm

A brother and sister have set up a company offering 'ghost hunting' experiences.

Zombie demonstration over housing development at 'black death' burial pit site

The 'undead' will gather at the gates of a former farm to protest at 153 home scheme.

You can now spend the new £20 note

The new £20 featuring celebrated artist JMW Turner and Margate landmarks comes into circulation today.

'Government must invest in training after baby death scandal'

A charity is calling for the government to invest millions of pounds into NHS maternity training amid a hospital trust's baby death scandal.

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Sport

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Noel Leighton responded to a half-time rocket in the best possible way as Margate drew with Corinthian Casuals.

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Jay looks to Gills again

Margate boss Jay Saunders has signed a second Gillingham player on loan.

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Kent Women sign international

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Giovanna shares the highs and lows of motherhood

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Here's what's happening this half term

From animal encounters, to comic capers and outdoor trails, there's dozens of events to enjoy this half term. Here's our guide to what's on in Kent.

Robert Plant joins Americana music festival line-up

The Led Zeppelin singer is among the latest wave of acts announced for the third Black Deer Festival in the county this summer.

What it's like to see the Museum of the Moon

Fires, frowns and Flog It: Secret Drinker is back on Sheppey

Review: Lady Chatterley's Lover is just as controversial as you remember

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See out half term in style

Make the most of the last few days of the half term holiday with one of these suggestions for your weekend...

Friends star to read Cbeebies story

Actor David Schwimmer, best known for his role as Ross Geller, is to read a Cbeebies bedtime story this weekend, it has been revealed.

More support for breastfeeding mums

Expert help and advice is being made available to more mothers in Kent who are breastfeeding thanks to a new campaign stretching across the county.

Things to do on a rainy day in Kent

With further bad weather forecast as the schools break for half term, we round up some of the best things to do with the family on a rainy day.

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Lifestyle

'It's like living in a prison'

A frustrated OAP fears a new multi-storey car park built opposite her home has wiped thousands off house prices in her street.

Riverside development is under way

Snowdrops' sensational show a casualty of the weather

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Kent MP joins Kings Hill Football Club's fight against parish council

Kent rescue desperately looking for forever home for the UK's loneliest dog

Kent charity helps to improve diversity in computing industry

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Discovery Park has been awarded a new status pushing it further towards its vision of becoming a world class centre of science excellence.

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Sailors forced to leave slipway after 11 years

Sea scouts and sailors are having to move from their home of 11 years following plans for new housing.

Work starts on new pool after community dives in

Size no barrier to book-club success

Teacher awards a labour of love for judges

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'He had a smile brighter than a thousand stars'

Man jailed for assaulting two police officers

Man jailed for assaulting two police officers

Rival taxi firms team up to fight proposed rules

Rival taxi firms team up to fight proposed rules

Man due in court after armed police swoop

Man due in court after armed police swoop

'Lucky you got me, I was going to stab someone'

'Lucky you got me, I was going to stab someone'

Armed police raid after robbery

'Zombie' protesters descend on housing site

'Prepare for more independent venues to close'

Sculpture of British soldier to be installed on seafront

Siblings set up ghost hunting firm

Zombie demonstration over housing development at 'black death' burial pit site

Zombie demonstration over housing development at 'black death' burial pit site

You can now spend the new £20 note

You can now spend the new £20 note

'Government must invest in training after baby death scandal'

'Government must invest in training after baby death scandal'

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Jay looks to Gills again

Jay looks to Gills again

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Kent Women sign international

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How to get free tickets to Kent attractions

Giovanna shares the highs and lows of motherhood

Giovanna shares the highs and lows of motherhood

Here's what's happening this half term

Here's what's happening this half term

Robert Plant joins Americana music festival line-up

Robert Plant joins Americana music festival line-up

What it's like to see the Museum of the Moon

Fires, frowns and Flog It: Secret Drinker is back on Sheppey

Review: Lady Chatterley's Lover is just as controversial as you remember

See out half term in style

Friends star to read Cbeebies story

More support for breastfeeding mums

Things to do on a rainy day in Kent

'It's like living in a prison'

Riverside development is under way

Snowdrops' sensational show a casualty of the weather

On the trail of woodland adventures

Snowdrops' sensational show a casualty of the weather

On the trail of woodland adventures

Snowdrops will be dropping in

Snowdrops and the first signs of spring

Kent MP joins Kings Hill Football Club's fight against parish council

Kent rescue desperately looking for forever home for the UK's loneliest dog

Kent charity helps to improve diversity in computing industry

Kent farmers fear for their business after announcement of new immigration system

Freeview channel 7 | Virgin Media channel 159

New status will attract investment at science park

Travelodge gets over 1,500 job applications for new hotel

So what was new in 2019?