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Delays near busy crossing after crash
Drivers faced delays along a busy route this morning after a car struck a central reservation.
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Eurostar travel chaos enters second day as services resume
Passengers have been warned continued delays and cancellations are possible, despite the resumption of services in the Channel Tunnel.
A year of change, triumph and tears at Reform-run KCC
It has been a year of dramatic change at County Hall - we look back at the highs and lows.
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The Kent chain stores we lost this year - and the new ones coming in 2026
A raft of chain stores shut across Kent this year amid pressure on consumer finances - but new arrivals are expected to open in 2026.
Pooches, Pooh and Prada: Get set for 2026 with our New Year Quiz
Try these 26 general knowledge questions about what’s coming up in the next 12 months
Man fractured friend’s face outside McDonald’s after being asked to stop drinking
A man who fractured a friend's face in a row over boozing outside a McDonald's has been given a chance to prove he can stay out of trouble.
‘It’s left a hole in my heart’: Wife’s tribute to young dad, 23, after death on Christmas Eve
The final act of a young dad whose brave battle with cancer moved people across Kent was to wave to his one-year-old daughter on Christmas Eve.
From royals to Ron Weasley: The famous faces spotted in Kent in 2025
We’ve rounded up some of the famous faces spotted in Kent in 2025.
Dramatic five-hour porpoise rescue operation ends in tragedy
Marine life rescue medics have been left heartbroken after a porpoise was euthanised following a long rescue mission.
Popular pub landlord remembered as funeral cortege passes through high street
Onlookers clapped as the funeral cortege of a much-loved publican described as a “local legend” passed through a town centre.
Lifeguard, parking guru and goat sanctuary founder among Kent people recognised in honours list
The annual New Year Honours list, marking the achievements of extraordinary people across the country, includes 20 people from the county.
Man taken to hospital after crash at roundabout
A man has been taken to hospital after a crash sparked traffic delays on a busy route.
Third man arrested after death of OAP carried 1.5 miles on top of hit-and-run car
A third man has been taken into custody in connection with the hit-and-run death of a pensioner.
County council rejects 90%-plus of pothole damage claims
Payouts for cars damaged by potholes in Kent falls far short of the national average, according to a study.
Forensic officers spotted in street after cannabis farm uncovered at home
Forensic officers have been spotted in a residential street after 80 cannabis plants were found.
Fatal house fire that killed teenage girl not suspicious, police say
A fatal fire which tragically claimed the life of a 13-year-old girl is not being treated as suspicious, police have confirmed.
70-year-old arrested after ‘indecent exposure’ near Scout hall and playground
A 70-year-old man has been arrested after a report of indecent exposure near a youth football club, Scout hall, and playground.
‘151! The drink drive limit is 35 - that's extremely high'
A festive crackdown on drink and drug driving has seen more than 300 suspected offences recorded by police.
Police hold traffic on A2 due to incident
Police held traffic on the A2 due to an incident.
Owner of Britain’s smallest brewpub makes ‘difficult decision’ to call time
The owner of Britain’s smallest brewpub is calling time as he admits he has had “far too little time” to spend with his family.