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A21 reopens early after 10-day closure

One of the county's busiests routes has reopened 11 hours early after a 10-day closure for maintenance work.

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Village shop ransacked a year after cash machine raid

Thieves have smashed their way into a convenience store to swipe cigarettes and cash – a year after a cash machine raid.

The best pubs on the market in Kent

The latest figures show pub ownership is on the rise after years of decline.

Crash causing delays on diversion route

Drivers are advised to expect long delays due to a smash involving a car and a van.

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.

Shocking moment passenger opens door on motorway

Watch the terrifying moment someone opens their door on a motorway and tries to leave a car travelling at around 50mph.

Leap into action on Febuary 29

From meeting rhinos to quad biking - make the extra day we get this leap year one to remember by trying something new.

Benefits claims up by 950 in a month

The number of people claiming benefits in Kent has now risen for the 18th month in a row.

Death still a mystery

A post mortem has been unable yet to establish the cause of death of a man who fell from a four-storey car park.

Bus drivers issued spit testing kits to fight abuse

A bus company will offer workers spit testing kits and mental health support after a spate of recent attacks on drivers.

Storm causes power cuts and flooding

Homes and businesses were left without power for hours in the aftermath of Storm Dennis.

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.

Live: Storm Dennis batters Kent again

Residents are being urged to take "immediate action" as several parts of the county are expected to be hit by floods.

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Sport

A cruel game

Hakan Hayrettin questioned Maidstone at both ends of the pitch but still felt they deserved something against Hampton.

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Reaction: Evans questions lack of red cards

Gillingham boss Steve Evans felt Lincoln could have finished with eight men at Sincil Bank on Saturday.

Report: Gills bag away point

Gillingham extended their unbeaten run to 15 games in League 1 at Lincoln on Saturday.

Report: Stones lose again

Maidstone conceded an injury-time winner against Hampton & Richmond - their third defeat in a row.

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

Our undercover reporter finds a roaring fire but a frosty welcome on his latest pub mission

Where to celebrate Pancake Day

Here are a few places hosting pancake races, activities and of course, serving up plenty of yummy treats to enjoy.

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

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See out half term in style

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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.

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Conned Strood pensioner overwhelmed by support following the incident.

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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.

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Tunbridge Wells

A21 reopens early after 10-day closure

Village shop ransacked a year after cash machine raid

Village shop ransacked a year after cash machine raid

The best pubs on the market in Kent

The best pubs on the market in Kent

Crash causing delays on diversion route

Crash causing delays on diversion route

Rival taxi firms team up to fight proposed rules

Rival taxi firms team up to fight proposed rules

Shocking moment passenger opens door on motorway

Leap into action on Febuary 29

Benefits claims up by 950 in a month

Death still a mystery

Bus drivers issued spit testing kits to fight abuse

Storm causes power cuts and flooding

Storm causes power cuts and flooding

Robert Plant joins Americana music festival line-up

Robert Plant joins Americana music festival line-up

Live: Storm Dennis batters Kent again

Live: Storm Dennis batters Kent again

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Report: Gills bag away point

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Our Joe's back as Frank Spencer

Festival line-up to feature music, magic and memories

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

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

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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

Maidstone's Iggy the dinosaur is set to get the royal treatment

Kent Tonight - Thursday 20th February 2020

Paul on Politics - Friday 21st February 2020

Conned Strood pensioner overwhelmed by support following the incident.

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