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Before and after photos show transformation of seafront eyesore
Before and after pictures show how a derelict, rubbish-filled seafront building has been transformed into a boutique hotel costing £420 a night.
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Builder fined after tailgating undercover police car and speeding at 88mph on A2
A motorist has appeared in court after tailgating an undercover officer and then flashing his lights to get him to move out of the way.
‘He’s ruined my holiday!’: Man wrote off friend’s car in drunken crash while babysitting
A man babysitting for a friend while they were on a cruise wrote off his pal’s car in a drunken crash before being pepper-sprayed by police.
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‘It’s a Secret Drinker favourite - but how would the cocktails measure up?’
Our cocktail reviewer went to find out if a top gastropub’s mixology deserved the same praise its food has been getting.
'It's the best thing to happen in years': But will Primark save town centre?
A long-awaited announcement of Primark coming to a Kent high street is confirmed, but will it lead to a town centre revival? Our reporter finds out…
The Brexit effect on Kent’s ‘European university’
The University of Kent has seen a dramatic last decade - but what role did Brexit play?
Secondary school still in special measures week after head quits
A report from Ofsted has revealed that a school is still in special measures a week after the headteacher resigned.
What is the roof of your mouth called? Try our weekend online quiz.
Words, the Wolf of Wall Street and the Wombles: Can you crack our general knowledge quiz?
‘This place is magic, so don’t trash its reputation’
Criticism of one of Kent’s districts can come fast and frequent, but it deserves much more understanding, says our columnist.
All you need to know about the world's largest Pixar immersive exhibition
An exhibition giving film fans a chance to step into the colourful world of Pixar animation has extended its run.
MP facing sack over ‘unauthorised’ article apologises after ‘poorly judged’ tweet
An MP facing the sack from his ministerial role after writing an unauthorised article has now apologised for a “poorly judged” tweet.
Teachers extend strike action at Kent's biggest school in dispute over redundancies
Teachers and staff at Kent’s biggest school have announced a further three days of strike action will take place in a row over redundancies.
Lucky kmfm listener wins £1000 – and plans to treat her mum!
One lucky kmfm listener has just won £1,000 in cash on Thousand Pound Friday.
Aldi shut for week as part of huge revamp
A budget superstore has temporarily shut and is set to be upgraded as part of a wider £300million refurbishment programme across the UK.
Road closure in place on key route for essential repairs
Drivers are advised of the one night closure of a key route, which is shutting for essential repairs.
‘Critical incident’ declared and schools closed as ‘extreme heat’ continues in Kent
Schools are closed, travel warnings are in place and the ambulance service has declared a “critical incident” amid Kent’s red “extreme heat” warning.
Help needed to find missing man, 63
Police say a missing man last seen this morning has links with Cornwall as they urge anyone with information to get in touch.
Poundstretcher to open its first store in Kent town next week
A traditional market town dubbed “the jewel of the Weald” is set to welcome its first Poundstretcher store next week.
‘I’ve seen it all now’: Pair spotted sleeping on roof
Footage captures the moment a nan looked out her window to find her neighbours sleeping on the roof.
Kent man among 13 accused in shocking alleged drugging and rape case
A Kent suspect is among 13 men charged over an alleged plot to rape and sexually assault a man's drugged wife.