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Nightmare roadworks to drag on for another two weeks as closure extended
A controversial roadworks project is set to blight motorists for a further fortnight as contractors face “engineering difficulties”.
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Historic former library bought by town council for just £1
A historic former library which has been closed for three-and-a-half years has been bought by a town council for just £1.
Man taken to hospital as emergency services called to high street
A man has been taken to hospital after emergency services were called to a high street.
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Thick smoke coming from seaside pub caused by electrical fire
Black smoke has engulfed part of a popular beach promenade as firefighters respond to a fire at a pub.
Emergency response to nightclub event after medical incident
Emergency services were called to a town centre club’s fight night event after a member of the audience collapsed.
Tributes paid to e-scooter rider killed in crash with fire engine
The family of a man killed in a collision with an emergency services vehicle have paid tribute to the “kind, caring and loyal” 21-year-old.
More than 3,000 homes facing water issues for over a week due to ‘heatwave and high demand’
Villages are continuing to face water disruption over a week after supply issues first began.
Inside one of Kent’s most divisive hotels after makeover
One of Kent’s most divisive hotels has undergone a makeover as the towering seafront landmark continues to split opinion.
Major rail delays as signalling fault sees services suspended
Commuters are facing long delays on a busy railway route due to a signalling problem.
Medieval chapel set to feature early work by artist Tracey Emin
A never-before-exhibited painting by Dame Tracey Emin is going on display as an historic charity flings open its doors to visitors.
Weeks of closures on Kent’s ‘rollercoaster’ road delayed as heavy rain forecast
Weeks of overnight closures on the “rollercoaster” A299 have been delayed at the last minute due to forecast heavy rain.
Woman hit by car in high street taken to hospital with head injuries
A woman was taken to hospital with head injuries after being hit by a car in a town centre.
Suspected arson after blaze at former school
A fire in a former school building is now over – as firefighters launch an investigation into the cause.
Plans to host more seasonal events at Bluewater submitted
An application to allow amusement rides and attractions to run at Kent’s largest shopping centre during certain months of the year has been proposed.
Ex-MP who was jailed for sexual assault files for bankruptcy
A former Tory Kent MP who was jailed for sexual assault has now filed for bankruptcy and is working as a builder.
Five rescued by coastguard helicopter from river
A coastguard helicopter was called into action to help a group of people stuck on a stranded speedboat.
Uncover unique treasures as huge antiques and vintage fair returns to Kent
More than 400 sellers will showcase antiques, vintage finds and collectables at the popular event.
‘It will change its whole nature’: Kent’s biggest-ever solar farm takes major step forward
Fears over drastic changes to the Kent countryside have intensified after plans for the county’s biggest-ever solar farm took a major step forward.
Bats scupper amphitheatre plan at historic Kent castle
Nesting bats have scuppered hopes of creating an amphitheatre inside the keep of a medieval castle as part of a renovation project.
‘It feels so unfair’: Council crackdown on cake sheds over licence rules
Bakers who sell freshly made sweet treats outside their homes have now been told they may have to pay hundreds of pounds in street licensing fees.