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Warning of 'extreme risk' over first budget passed by Reform UK-led Kent County Council
The Reform UK Kent County Council budget passed today amid warnings from the opposition and a senior officer about its inherent risks.
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'We had no symptoms - but found out we had the same cancer'
A husband and wife were left stunned after being diagnosed with almost identical tumours.
‘We need to be ready for this’: Flooding fears as dormant river flows again
Villages previously blighted by flooding are gearing up to defend themselves as a dormant river flows through the area.
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Footage shows moment drugs and cash are seized from dealer’s car
Body-worn footage reveals the moment cocaine and cash were discovered in the car of a prolific dealer, who has now been jailed.
Ten moments that defined Kent’s history as captured in newspapers
From political unrest to scientific discoveries, we take a look at the events that made Kent what it is today.
Man in 40s confirmed dead after police called to Starbucks car park
Police have confirmed a man has died after emergency services were called to a “medical incident” in a Starbucks car park this morning.
Star Wars actor left thousands to Kent cat sanctuary and charity
Two Kent charities are set to benefit from the will of a leading Star Wars actor who has left them thousands of pounds.
Kent restaurant loses Michelin Star while new venue ‘one of year’s biggest triumphs’
The latest Michelin Guide has been released, with one Kent restaurant losing a star and another earning a Bib Gourmand.
£25.5m price tag put on multi-storey Park & Ride plan
Ambitious proposals to build a multi-storey at a park and ride could cost £25.5 million as a council grapples with soaring demand.
Former Herne Bay bank could be turned into homes and commercial unit
The branch in the town centre closed last year
Back-to-back Kent M25 and M20 closures for drivers to avoid this week
Other closures will impact stretches of the A2, M2 and Dartford Crossing
Two arrests after man ‘attacked in home raid’
A man and a woman have been arrested after a suspect reportedly stormed into a home and attacked a resident.
Planning applications include new houses and a gypsy and traveller pitch
Plans in one Kent district include four new homes in Blean and a proposal to station caravans on rural land near Hoath.
One of Kent’s most colourful festivals to return
A colourful festival celebrating food, dance and music is returning to mark Chinese New Year in Kent.
M&S lists the four Kent cafés which will be closing for food hall expansions
Another M&S café has already been shut as part of the restructure
Kent flood risk warning as barriers and road closures planned
The Nailbourne is being monitored with 'contingency' plans being prepared to avoid disruption to bin collections
Kent County Council criticised after refusing to fly Pride flag during LGBT+ History Month
For groups across Kent, the Pride flag represents 'decades of struggle and resilience'
Estate agent’s cheeky response after car parked on double yellows
An estate agent’s cheeky response to one of its cars parked on double yellow lines has sparked a flurry of reaction.
Shop bosses face battle for alcohol licence after links to illegal workers
Immigration officers object to a new Premier store’s alcohol licence bid as the proposed operators were involved in multiple illegal worker cases.
Overturned car sparks delays
Queues are building on a busy commuter route following reports of an overturned car.