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‘Crowd control measures’ in place as hundreds descend on seaside town
Crowd control measures are in place and access to a station has been restricted as high levels of visitors descend on a coastal town.
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Fire crews called to village as residents told to keep windows closed
Residents were told to keep their windows shut on the hottest day of the year as fire crews tackled a workshop blaze in the heart of a village.
Air ambulance called and traffic held on M25 due to serious crash
A motorway has been shut in both directions and an air ambulance called after a serious collision on the M25.
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Dramatic moment police raid home linked to suspected drug dealing
Dramatic footage shows the moment police smashed in the door of a suspected drug dealer before a woman is arrrested.
Homes without water while schools and tips shut early as Kent swelters in 'extreme heat'
Homes have been left without water, and tips are closing early on what is expected to be the hottest day of the year so far.
Man in court accused of trying to kill wife
A 61-year-old man has appeared in court accused of trying to kill his wife at their home in Ashford.
Coastguard called amid report of ‘two children in difficulty’ in sea
The coastguard helicopter, police and lifeboat teams were called to children in trouble while swimming near a harbour.
Almost 50 boy racers fined in one night as police break up car meets
Officers were called to reports of nuisance drivers revving their engines and racing in the early hours.
Murder charge after dad dies in hospital after pub attack
A murder probe has been launched after a 50-year-old dad who was “full of life” died in hospital after reports of an assault outside a pub.
CCTV appeal after man reportedly attacked with a knife
A knife was allegedly used during a fight involving three people and police have released an image of a man they would like to speak to.
'I'm 103 and never been drunk in my life!’
A great-great-grandmother reveals the secrets to her long life, including the fact she’s never been drunk and was ‘always on the go’.
‘I was depressed, lonely and had an emergency C-section - I didn’t think I’d do this 12 weeks later’
A mum who suffered with chronic sickness during pregnancy and had an emergency C-section has won a beauty pageant just 12 weeks later.
Person taken to hospital after crash on major route
A person has been taken to hospital after a one-vehicle crash on the A2.
'I had to quit my Evri round after car broke down - I never expected the community to secretly raise money for a new one'
An Evri delivery driver who had to quit after her car broke down was “shocked” her loyal customers had raised thousands to get her a new one.
‘I got an insight into what teenagers are thinking about decisions adults are making’
After speaking with pupils, MP Mike Tapp says it is obvious how engaged the younger generations are in politics despite the stigma that they aren’t.
‘It’s an anti-development development’: Homes, shops and cinema plans approved
Multi-million-pound plans to regenerate part of a town centre have been given the green light, with work hoping to start next year.
‘Bonnie Blue outrage shows disgust still shapes our moral judgments’
Sex worker and KentOnline columnist Melissa Todd says outrage over Bonnie Blue's latest stunt shows how disgust is often mistaken for harm…
Huge new town centre ‘hub’ taking shape as part of £21m project
A new flexible workspace for businesses, remote workers and entrepreneurs is set to open in a town centre as part of a flagship £21 million scheme.
New Iceland Food Warehouse to open at retail park
Customers will get the chance to take part in a supermarket sweep-style challenge at the opening of a new food store.
Kent castle reopens a week early following safety repairs
A historic attraction has reopened earlier than expected following the completion of essential maintenance works.