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M20 motorcycle crash leads to long delays
A motorcycle crash has caused long delays on a motorway this afternoon.
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Raw sewage floods town centre street
Raw sewage has flooded a street near an art gallery, with waste seen flowing down the road and splashing onto pavements.
Kent Police officer dies after emergency response crash
Tributes have been paid to a 27-year-old police officer who died after being critically injured in the line of duty.
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Specialist team joins search for missing cat abandoned in plastic bag as kitten
A much-loved cat has been missing for almost two weeks after he went out as normal but never returned home.
Emergency services called after person injured in two-car crash
Three fire engines, police officers and ambulance crews were called after a two-car crash left one person injured.
Number of confirmed meningitis cases falls following further investigations
Cases linked to the Kent meningitis outbreak have fallen after some were reclassified by health officials.
Firefighters tackle car blaze
Two fire engines were called to tackle a car blaze in a residential area.
How an award-winning actor has become a town centre warrior
Award-winning TV and film actor Tom Burke has become a town centre campaigner in recent months - but insists he is “not trying to be a hero”.
‘Our village can’t take it - they're turning us into Hawkinge'
Worried residents fear their village cannot cope with the level of housebuilding proposed - and will end up resembling a nearby town.
Is it time to say you're sorry? Find out in this week’s horoscopes
Here’s what the next seven days have in store for every star sign.
Family-run shop dubbed ‘Aladdin’s cave’ by loyal customers still nailing it 50 years on
A family-run hardware shop famed for its “personal touch” has weathered the arrival of big DIY chains and online retailers to reach a major milestone.
Controversial 2,500-home development recommended for approval
Controversial plans for a sprawling housing estate have been recommended for approval by planning officers.
‘Sweating condition has ruined my 20s - I can’t work or wear dresses’
A young woman is yet to receive an effective treatment for hyperhidrosis, an excessive sweating condition, despite nearly seven years of symptoms.
Matthew Bourne’s award-winning The Red Shoes returns to theatres
Matthew Boune’s acclaimed production, Red Shoes, is still wowing audiences after a decade
Uma Thurman, Sarah Beeny’s return and the downfall of Huw Edwards… here’s your TV all sorted for this week
The five top new programmes on TV this week, handpicked by our entertainment experts.
Johnny Depp spotted filming in town centre restaurant and bar
A Hollywood actor has been spotted filming in a town centre.
New sports hall and teaching block at grammar school among latest planning bids
Plans for a major expansion at a grammar school are among the latest applications submitted to the council.
Biker taken to hospital after crash with van
A road was closed and a motorcyclist taken to hospital after a crash with a van.
Illegal waste dump on industrial estate shut down after complaints
A warning notice has been issued and concrete blocks installed at an illegal waste dump.
Gridlock chaos hits busy shopping area as roadworks spark major disruption
Traffic is building in a popular shopping area after a key road closed due to gas works.