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'We are all shaken by this tragedy'

Scores of people attended a vigil for a father and daughter who were killed in a crash which injured three other members of their family.

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Two killed as family struck by car named as father and daughter

A man and woman tragically killed when a car struck their family in Ramsgate have been named in Israeli media reports as a father and his daughter.

2,000 items of contraband seized from courts

Security staff seized knives, alcohol, drugs, and sharp objects from people entering the county's courts last year.

Two killed and child seriously hurt as car hits family

Two people have died and a child left seriously injured after a car hit five pedestrians - all members of the same family.

Craig David swaps Miami for Margate

The 7 Days singer will be bringing his TS5 beach party to the Kent coast for a huge headline concert.

Tributes paid to Kent journalist Carol Davies

Tributes flood in as the former editor of the Thanet Extra, Canterbury Adscene, Whitstable Times and Herne Bay Times loses her battle with cancer.

Man, 23, killed in crash after police chase named in tributes

An Audi TT driver who died after crashing into a bus during a police chase has been named locally in tributes on social media.

Huge reservoir planned for Kent to combat water woes

An 'urgently needed' reservoir capable of storing five billion litres of water is hoped to be built in Kent within the next decade.

'We've been called to 400 wildfires this summer'

Firefighters have been called to almost 10 times the number of wildfires this summer, as people are warned not to light bonfires or campfires.

Traffic hell fears at seaside as trains stop running

With no Southeastern train services running at all on Saturday, those flocking to the coast are being warned to expect chaos on the roads.

Driver, 23, dies after crash with bus in police chase

A 23-year-old man has died after a car reportedly crashed into a bus while being followed by police.

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Sport

Rams boss happy with competition for places

Ramsgate boss Steve Lovell would have no issues playing any member of his new-look squad when he names his starting line-up for their season opener.

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Drury: Tangara can fit Gate like a glove

Manager Andy Drury is delighted to have brought goalkeeper Amadou Tangara to Margate.

Gate announce surprise exit of goalkeeper

Margate boss Andy Drury says the club are moving in a different direction as they announce the surprise departure of keeper Ben Bridle-Card.

Lovell: Not that type of game

Three players saw red in Ramsgate’s Thanet Cup success at Margate - but Steve Lovell said it wasn’t a dirty game.

Margate up for the cup

Gate looking good

The Les Golding Herne Bay 10k - in pictures

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What should you do if you find a stray dog in the street?

With the RSPCA about to enter its busiest period it has some advice for anyone who might find a healthy stray dog this summer.

Heatwave triggers escaping snake alert

With temperatures expected to top 40C the RSPCA has issued a warning about the increased risk of escaping snakes as the reptiles become more active.

Can you legally break a car window to save a hot dog?

Dog owners have been warned by police and RSPCA officials not to leave pets in cars but what should you do if you see an animal inside a vehicle?

5 signs of heatstroke in dogs as RSPCA warns of 'silent killer'

'If in doubt, don't go out' warns the RSPCA which says owners should avoid hot walks and be alert to signs of heatstroke as the weather warms up.

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Craig David swaps Miami for Margate

The 7 Days singer will be bringing his TS5 beach party to the Kent coast for a huge headline concert.

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

The Perseids meteor shower, one of the best of the year, will peak this week but is competing for space in the sky with the last supermoon of 2022.

Stand to attention as military show marches into Kent

Explore a wealth of wartime history with battle reenactments and vintage vehicles at the one of the county’s biggest military shows.

Historic river fete returns after Covid cancellations

Derren Brown: Showman to the end

New food and drink festival at castle

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Fresh warning to parents over 'Hello Mum' WhatsApp scam

Fraud experts are warning phone users, and in particular parents, to be vigilant to an ongoing scam that starts with the message 'Hello Mum'.

New primary school opening delayed

Trust to charge parents for baby scan photos

Green light for school's vast makeover

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Gardens

Everything you need to know about the hosepipe ban

Has the 'Covid effect' worn off for nature lovers?

Sweet smelling roses take over castle grounds

5 plants and trees you might not want in your garden

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Millions of workers are expected to see their take-home pay increase from this month thanks to changes to National Insurance contributions.

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Aldi creating 175 jobs in Kent paying up to £63k

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Legal Sector Review 2022

Round up of the strengths and expertise of different law firms across the county, based on the findings of respected guides by Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500.

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A guide for your future. For Year 11 students in Kent and Medway. Click here for the e-edition.

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Thanet

'We are all shaken by this tragedy'

Two killed as family struck by car named as father and daughter

Two killed as family struck by car named as father and daughter

2,000 items of contraband seized from courts

2,000 items of contraband seized from courts

Two killed and child seriously hurt as car hits family

Two killed and child seriously hurt as car hits family

Craig David swaps Miami for Margate

Craig David swaps Miami for Margate

Tributes paid to Kent journalist Carol Davies

Tributes paid to Kent journalist Carol Davies

Man, 23, killed in crash after police chase named in tributes

Man, 23, killed in crash after police chase named in tributes

Huge reservoir planned for Kent to combat water woes

Huge reservoir planned for Kent to combat water woes

'We've been called to 400 wildfires this summer'

'We've been called to 400 wildfires this summer'

Traffic hell fears at seaside as trains stop running

Traffic hell fears at seaside as trains stop running

Driver, 23, dies after crash with bus in police chase

Driver, 23, dies after crash with bus in police chase

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Gate announce surprise exit of goalkeeper

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Lovell: Not that type of game

Lovell: Not that type of game

Margate up for the cup

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Your one stop shop for your furry, flying and finned friends...

What should you do if you find a stray dog in the street?

Heatwave triggers escaping snake alert

Can you legally break a car window to save a hot dog?

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Craig David swaps Miami for Margate

Craig David swaps Miami for Margate

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

Stand to attention as military show marches into Kent

Stand to attention as military show marches into Kent

Historic river fete returns after Covid cancellations

Derren Brown: Showman to the end

New food and drink festival at castle

Fresh warning to parents over 'Hello Mum' WhatsApp scam

New primary school opening delayed

Trust to charge parents for baby scan photos

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Sweet smelling roses take over castle grounds

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