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Lib Dems choose their man

French-born Ben Chapelard is ideally suited to fight for Remain with the Liberal Democrats.

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Yalding 'heading for grid-lock'

Neighbours opposed to a scheme to redevelop the Syngenta site in Yalding as a business park say it could contaminate the River Medway.

Rain causes perilous driving conditions

Police have issued a warning as heavy rain has caused treacherous driving conditions across Kent.

A truly traditional Christmas

National Trust properties across the county start their traditional festive events, markets and workshops soon. Here's our guide:

Chimney sweep reminder after blaze

Now is the time to get your chimney's swept, Kent Fire & Rescue say after a blaze broke out earlier today

This is how Kent remembered its war heroes

As silence fell over Kent this morning, people young and old remembered the ultimate sacrifices our war heroes made for the freedom we enjoy

Young singer releases third single

Music teacher says singer-songwriter Elo Quitmann was "spine-tingling" from the first.

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Check out this year’s best shows and ticket deals for the West End!

Where to see the parades

Tomorrow we bow our heads and remember those who died for us.

Ex-landlord's racist rant caught on camera

Multi-millionaire property mogul Fergus Wilson has been convicted of racial abusing a Slovakian-born parking warden who gave him a ticket.

Free bus rides for Armed Forces

A bus company is offeing one day of free travel to members of the Armed Forces.

Controlling partner pushed girlfriend's head in hot oil

A 21-year-old man has been jailed after subjecting his girlfriend to a prolonged and sustained period of abuse.

Fourth candidate declared for upcoming General Election

Labour have selected a former Maidstone Grammar schoolboy to take on Helen Grant for Maidstone and the Weald.

An alpaca experience to enjoy

Kent may be far from Peru but trekking with some alpacas is a popular pastime. Here's what we thought when we tried it:

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Sport

That's more like it!

Gillingham’s management were delighted to see the team exit the EFL Trophy on a high.

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Report: Gills impress against Spurs youth

Gillingham end their EFL Trophy campaign with a win over Tottenham’s under-21s.

Ready to ring the changes

Manager Steve Evans is ready to shuffle the pack when Gills take on Spurs under-21s in the EFL Trophy.

FA Cup second round draw

Maidstone and Dover have drawn Football League opposition in the second round of the FA Cup while it's a waiting game for the Gills.

FA Trophy draw

Football pays its respects

Sunderland 1 Gills 1 - top 10 pictures

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Yalding 'heading for grid-lock'

Neighbours opposed to a scheme to redevelop the Syngenta site in Yalding as a business park say it could contaminate the River Medway.

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