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Missing woman, 38, found safe and well
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Line up revealed for Kent’s biggest Pride celebrations
The exciting line up and location for the county’s biggest Pride celebrations – taking place next month – have been announced.
Coalition collapses over leader’s WhatsApp message on planning votes
A Kent council has been thrown into political turmoil after a coalition collapsed over a WhatsApp message sent by the authority’s Labour leader.
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‘Another sad loss’: Much-loved deli to shut unless new owner comes forward
The owner of a town centre deli says she will close at the end of the month – unless a new buyer can be found.
Delivery driver admits killing man, 27, after ‘grossly’ losing control of car
A 21-year-old who was speeding 60mph in a 40mph zone has admitted killing a pedestrian while he was on a walk with his girlfriend.
Critical incident declared at hospital as water supply crisis enters seventh day
A trust has “sincerely apologised” to patients, visitors and staff who continue to experience water supply issues affecting half of a large hospital.
Podcast studio and 19-bed HMO plan for disused office block approved
An application for a 19-bed house of multiple occupation with a gym and podcast studio has been approved.
Terrifying moment machete-wielding burglars in balaclavas stormed home
CCTV images show the moment “cowardly” burglars stormed into a home brandishing machetes - leaving their victims fearing for their lives.
New homes and HMO conversion among latest planning bids
Plans for new homes and the conversion of a house of multiple occupancy (HMO) are among the latest applications submitted to Maidstone council.
Owner’s shock as CCTV shows plant being taken from Chinese takeaway
The owner of a Chinese takeaway has described her shock at watching CCTV footage of a plant being taken from inside.
Fears over invasive plants spreading across woodlands
Invasive laurel plants are taking over our woodlands and should be banned, say councillors.
New flats block and Aldi updates among latest planning bids
Plans for new flats, a betting shop and updates to an approved budget supermarket are among the latest applications submitted to a council.
‘Greedy’ blackmailer forced vulnerable victim to part with £22k
A “greedy” blackmailer who preyed upon a vulnerable man for more than two years to obtain tens of thousands of pounds has been jailed.
Former ambulance station could become ‘high quality’ children’s nursery
New plans have been submitted to convert a vacant building into a children’s nursery after it was sold at auction.
Jaguar driver denies killing pensioner by careless driving
A motorist has appeared in court accused of killing a man in his 80s as he crossed a busy road.
'Drinking is part of our heritage'
Plans to expand an outdoor seating area in a historic square have been refused – despite a councillor claiming: “Drinking is part of our heritage.”
‘Fantastic news!’: Residents delight as 10-bed HMO rejected
A developer has been refused permission for a 10-bed HMO because it would “sandwich” neighbours, much to the delight of those living nearby.
Giant three-day garden extravaganza coming to the Kent Showground
Colour, craft and countryside charm - the Kent Garden Show returns this month.
‘It’s such a relief’: Firm forced out by Lower Thames Crossing given permission to build new base
Plans to relocate a landscaping firm forced out by the Lower Thames Crossing have been approved, despite concerns over development in the green belt.
Family’s shock after fraudster son secretly cremated dad and stole £5,700
A heartless son stole thousands from his dead father and secretly arranged his cremation without telling his family, leaving them heartbroken.