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‘You know your body best – if it doesn’t feel right speak up’
A mum whose cancer was first misdiagnosed as a pelvic prolapse is urging others to speak up if they know something is wrong.
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‘It’s a broken system’: Why is adult social care costing Kent taxpayers so much?
As the cost of caring for the most vulnerable in Kent continues to rise, we take a look at what’s the cause nd how it can be fixed.
First look inside revamped McDonald’s branch after month-long closure
Pictures show off a newly revamped McDonald’s branch which has been closed for a month-long refurbishment.
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M2 junction closed after lorry lost its load
Motorists are being told to ‘expect delays’ after a junction onto the M2 has been closed to motorists due to a lorry losing its load.
Search for missing teen with ‘faint moustache and lip scar’
The public’s help is sought to find a missing teenager last seen in the early hours.
Five people taken to hospital after police van crash with car
Paramedics, fire engines, and officers were called to the scene of a crash involving a police van and car.
‘I went to the anti far-right march in London, and it wasn’t what I expected’
Columnist Melissa Todd joined one of the UK’s biggest anti far-right marches and found a crowd defined by warmth and humour rather than rage…
‘Town of Culture bid will highlight how special our area really is…’
In his latest KentOnline column, MP Kevin McKenna makes this case for why his constituency should be UK Town of Culture.
Man charged with murder appears in court after death of woman, 64
A man has appeared in court charged with murder after a woman was found dead at a house.
Farmer, 75, to take on ‘unpredictable’ and ‘demanding’ rowing challenge
A 75-year-old farmer is preparing to take on a gruelling test of endurance by rowing overnight across the English Channel.
Council leader reshuffles cabinet team
The Reform UK leader of Kent County Council, Cllr Linden Kemkaran, has announced a cabinet reshuffle.
No meningitis cases under investigation as final probable case confirmed
There are no meningitis cases under investigation for the first time since an outbreak in Kent began, new figures reveal.
New HMO plans emerge for former Premier Inn
Developers behind plans to convert a former hotel into a large-scale house of multiple occupation have submitted new plans for the building.
Scammers using eBay to sell Kent beach huts they don’t own
People desperate to own a beach hut along the Kent coast are being targeted by scammers posting bogus listings.
Thousands join ‘living library’ to help smash world record
A town in Kent made history after thousands gathered on the beach to take part in a record-breaking “living library” event.
Beauty salon set to launch in shopping centre
A new beauty shop is set to open in part of a former jewellery store in a shopping centre.
‘I can't do without him’: Couple celebrate 70th wedding anniversary
A couple have revealed their secret to a long-lasting marriage as they celebrate their Platinum anniversary.
Construction firms and Chinese takeaway among Kent tax defaulters revealed
Construction firms and a Chinese takeaway are among the tax dodgers revealed in a list by HMRC.
Police called after ‘drunk’ schoolchildren allegedly stole from Tesco
Police were called after schoolchildren who appeared drunk allegedly stole items from a Tesco Metro.
‘My alcoholic dad spent thousands ordering drinks on Uber Eats before death’
A woman has called on delivery apps to safeguard vulnerable alcoholics who are frequently using the service to order alcohol.