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Canterbury gets ready to sparkle with kmfm for Christmas lights switch-on
Canterbury is preparing to transform into a winter wonderland tonight with a magical evening of markets, music and festive entertainment.
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‘The name of this village left me tongue-tied but its cosy pub could be the oldest in Kent’
Secret Drinker heads to an ancient 14th century inn packed with beams, hops and muddy boots.
Fears 17-home 'affordable' estate will 'alter Kent village's character'
Long-awaited plans to build affordable homes have moved a step closer despite fears they will “alter the character” of a Kent village.
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Fears 17-home 'affordable' estate will 'alter Kent village's character'
Long-awaited plans to build affordable homes have moved a step closer despite fears they will “alter the character” of a Kent village.
‘Cheap and nasty’: Fury over plans to replace historic lampposts
Campaigners have condemned a “ludicrous” decision to replace historic lampposts with what they describe as “cheap and nasty” alternatives.
Murder accused blames co-defendant for causing fatal blow that killed Whitstable teen
A 20-year-old accused of a "murderous attack" in which a young dad was knifed in the heart has blamed his co-defendant for the fatal wound.
Man 'assaulted by strangers' outside high street Superdrug store
A man suffered facial injuries after two strangers reportedly assaulted him outside a high street Superdrug store.
‘The final nail in the coffin’: Consultant's stark warning over Kent hospital downgrade plans
A consultant has broken ranks to condemn plans to downgrade the Kent and Canterbury Hospital, warning it will be the “final nail in the coffin”.
Person dies after being hit by steam train ahead of tour through Kent
A person has died after being struck by a steam train as it travelled towards central London ahead of a planned tour through Kent.
National Express to axe Kent to London routes as job losses expected
National Express coach services connecting Kent and London are to be axed next month, with up to 20 jobs understood to be at risk.
This dance thriller gets pulses racing with steamy scenes and shocking twists
Review: Matthew Bourne's award-winning the Car Man is one seriously steamy night at the theatre.
Four hurt after car crash sparks multiple vehicle fires on A-road
Dramatic photos have emerged of a car engulfed in a fireball following a crash on a busy A-road which left four people injured.
'Use it or lose it': Hope for historic Kent pub after it smashes auction guide price
A village pub has smashed its guide price at auction - sparking hope the new owners will reopen the historic venue.
Christmas is coming! All the Kent light switch-ons you won't want to miss
The countdown to the festive season is on, with celebrations set to light up towns across the county.
Kent council faces £200k rise in bin lorry fuel costs due to Iran war
Fuel costs to run a Kent council’s bin collection service are set to rise by an extra £200,000 next year due to the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Passenger offended by Stagecoach Pride bus loses claim for damages
A passenger offended by a Stagecoach Pride bus is facing a potentially significant legal bill after losing a claim for damages.
We explored Wingham Wildlife Park’s brand-new Christmas lights trail - and it did not disappoint
Review: Dinosaurs and exotic animals steal the show at Kent’s newest festive illuminated trail.
Where shoppers can park for free in Kent over Christmas
Parking charges will be suspended in parts of Kent this Christmas – here’s where you can park for free when out and about this festive season.
‘It was a brazen attack in broad daylight’: Two jailed after violent burglary
A woman was violently pushed to the ground and held down by a man brandishing a spanner above her head during a break-in at her home.
Dream homes on the Kent coast: From £300k sea-view flats to £2m mansions
With 350 miles of coastline, Kent is home to some spectacular sea views. We’ve scoured the property market to find the finest coastal homes on offer.