Man jailed for breaking Good Samaritan's jaw

A 51-year-old has been locked up for punching a man who confronted him for threatening his partner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-jailed-for-breaking-good-samaritans-jaw-183900/

Taser boost for frontline officers

Kent's frontline officers are to be equipped with 100 more tasers amid fears for their safety.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/taser-boost-for-frontline-officers-183899/

Dealers jailed for supplying heroin and crack cocaine

Two men were found in possession of Class A drugs after officers smelt cannabis in their car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dealers-jailed-for-supplying-heroin-and-crack-cocaine-183896/

Man appears in court charged with attempted rape and stalking

Police have charged a 48-year-old man with attempted rape, sexual assault and stalking.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/man-appears-in-court-charged-with-attempted-rape-and-stalking-183894/

Restaurants under threat of axe as major chain confirms third of outlets could close

Latest blow to major high street name as under pressure chain confirms restaurants will close.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/restaurants-under-threat-of-axe-as-major-chain-confirms-third-of-outlets-could-close-183895/

Teacher 'raped vulnerable pupil' at boarding school

A teacher at a private boarding school sexually abused a pupil and left her in his "thrall", a court heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/teacher-raped-vulnerable-pupil-at-boarding-school-183892/

Road reopened following emergency gas work

A busy town centre road has reopened - two days after it was shut for a gas leak.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/road-reopened-following-emergency-gas-work-183889/

Kent's population to grow by 8.2%

There are fears about pressure on public services as the number of people in the county is expected to rise sharply.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kents-population-to-grow-by-8-2-183830/

Pack of dogs kill and injure multiple cats

Residents have been left outraged after a trio of dogs have killed and injured multiple cats in their village

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/pack-of-dogs-kill-and-injure-multiple-cats-183888/

Disabled man knocked off scooter

A disabled man and his female relative were attacked by a thug trying to sell them drugs in a busy high street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/disabled-man-knocked-off-scooter-183883/

Ill-gotten gains confiscated from drug dealer

A drug dealer has had more than £2,000 taken away after a court case.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/ill-gotten-gains-confiscated-from-drug-dealer-183881/

Strongman bidding to swim around Britain

A daredevil is set to begin his attempt to be the first person to swim around the entirety of mainland Britain.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/strongman-bidding-to-swim-around-britain-183880/

Bulging Borris chosen for pet slimming competition

Bulging Borris whose monstrous appetite even saw him once devour a set of false teeth has reached the finals of a pet slimming competition.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/bulging-borris-chosen-for-pet-slimming-competition-183878/

Dealer with phone 'constantly ringing with callers asking for drugs' jailed

A drug dealer has received a lengthy prison sentence after being caught red handed by police.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/dealer-with-phone-constantly-ringing-with-callers-asking-for-drugs-jailed-183876/

Major crash on busy road

Emergency services are dealing with casualties after a serious crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/major-crash-on-busy-road-183875/

Councillor wants colleagues to die

An outspoken councillor has caused controversy after posting on Facebook that she cannot wait for members of the authority to die.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/councillor-wants-colleagues-to-die-183870/

Schoolboy charged with burglary

A boy aged 16 has been charged with burglary.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/schoolboy-charged-with-burglary-183872/

'I hope the house is still standing when we get back'

Residents have been evacuated from their homes after a large sinkhole appeared in the middle of a major road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/i-hope-the-house-is-still-standing-when-we-get-back-183871/

House prices fall in Kent

There has been a dip in house prices across the county although Kent's typical home is worth more than the UK average.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/house-prices-fall-in-kent-183873/

Youngsters missing out on free school meals

Around one in five pupils entitled to free school meals are not claiming their lunch.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/youngsters-missing-out-on-free-school-meals-183869/

Final car-jacker jailed after leaving behind DNA

A member of a gang that committed several burglaries and car jacked a Good Samaritan has been jailed after his DNA was found in a stolen getaway car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/final-car-jacker-jailed-after-leaving-behind-dna-183868/

Award for cherished service

A woman has received an accolade from the Prime Minister for helping families with stillborn and miscarried children.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/award-for-cherished-service-183860/

Bus crash driver released

The driver of a bus which ploughed into more than 25 vehicles on a town centre street has been released pending further investigation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/bus-crash-driver-released-183855/

Police raid 'pop-up brothels'

Detective have been working alongside the Romanian authorities to crack down on a series of suspected brothels in the county.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-raid-pop-up-brothels-183852/

Family 'devastated' after father found dead

The family of a man who's body was found at a nature park have thanked the person who alerted the emergency services.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/family-devastated-after-father-found-dead-183848/

Take a look inside pub following its £1.3m refurbishment

Popular venue has undergone a major overhaul and is now open once again - complete with a new name.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/take-a-look-inside-pub-following-its-1-3m-refurbishment-183843/

Superbike rider in hospital after crash with safety car

A Kent superbike star has been seriously injured after being involved in a crash during a TT qualifying race on the Isle of Man.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/superbike-rider-in-hospital-after-crash-with-safety-car-183851/

Lorry spills load causing delays

Motorists are facing disruption after lorry spilled its load, closing two lanes of a motorway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/lorry-spills-load-causing-delays-183845/

'You cope because you have to'

Michael Morpurgo, the children's author who wrote War Horse, which became a West End hit, has told of his treatment for cancer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/you-cope-because-you-have-to-183846/

New high-speed plan revealed

Train passengers in Kent could benefit from a 20-minute service to Hastings within four years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/new-high-speed-plan-revealed-183829/

Lorry collision causes delays

Motorists are facing disruption after a collision involving a lorry closed two lanes of a motorway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/lorry-collision-causes-delays-183845/

Emergency crews scramble to roundabout accident

Police and fire crews are at the scene of an accident which has been described as a "serious incident".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/emergency-crews-scramble-to-roundabout-accident-183841/

Missing teen found in eastern Europe

A schoolgirl who went missing after she travelled out of the UK through Folkestone has been located in eastern Europe.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/missing-teen-found-in-eastern-europe-183824/

Weather warning issued as more storms expected

The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning as thunderstorms threaten to cause more chaos across the county.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/weather-warning-issued-as-more-storms-expected-183823/

Trio charged with robbery

Three people, two men and a woman have appeared in court after being charged with robbery after a couple were apparently tied up during a raid.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/trio-charged-with-robbery-183822/

KentOnline's parent company to acquire Newark titles

The company which owns this website is set to acquire titles in Nottinghamshire.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kentonlines-parent-company-to-acquire-newark-titles-183820/

Mexican restaurant up for sale

The owners of a popular restaurant are retiring and are looking for buyers to take over their High Street outlet.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/mexican-restaurant-up-for-sale-183818/

Chef admits failures after food poisoning outbreak

A pub chef claims he was 'disorganised' and going through a divorce when diners were hospitalised after contracting salmonella from food he cooked.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/chef-admits-failures-after-food-poisoning-outbreak-183811/

Man faces jail after armed stand off

A man who was arrested after armed police swooped on his home faces jail after pleading guilty to a firearms offence.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-faces-jail-after-armed-stand-off-183815/

Raging car fire caught on camera

A vehicle burst into flames on a key route.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/raging-car-fire-caught-on-camera-183817/

Filthy sewage floods family home

Clothes, carpets and bedding were destroyed when filthy sewage water flooded a family home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/filthy-sewage-floods-family-home-183813/

Cyclist taken to hospital

A cyclist has been taken to hospital after a collision with a car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/cyclist-taken-to-hospital-183814/

Chef admits hygiene failures after food poisoning outbreak

A pub chef claims he was 'disorganised' and going through a divorce when diners were hospitalised after contracting salmonella from food he cooked.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/chef-admits-hygiene-failures-after-food-poisoning-outbreak-183811/

Chef admits breaching food hygiene rules

A chef claims he was 'disorganised' and going through a divorce when 10 diners contracted salmonella after eating food he cooked at a Kent pub.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/chef-admits-breaching-food-hygiene-rules-183811/

Channel 4 bid fails

Kent has failed in its bid to get Channel 4 to set up home in the county in a move which could have created up to 300 jobs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/channel-4-bid-fails-183809/

Mum scoops business gong from Virgin boss

A Kent mum who launched her business selling t-shirts for breastfeeding mothers only months ago has won a prestigious gong.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/mum-scoops-business-gong-from-virgin-boss-183807/

Town centre roadworks delayed

A four-month roadworks scheme to regenerate a town centre has been delayed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/town-centre-roadworks-delayed-183803/

Government U-turn on motorway junction revamp

Highways England has bowed to public pressure and come up with a revised plan for one of Kent's busiest motorway junctions.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/government-u-turn-on-motorway-junction-revamp-183799/

MP evacuates home after flood

A Kent MP has evacuated her home and is now facing a hefty clean-up bill after it was flooded during torrential downpours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/mp-evacuates-home-after-flood-183797/

Boy to dance for Britain's Got Talent glory

A 10-year-old from Kent is set to compete in the Britain's Got Talent semi-finals.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/boy-to-dance-for-britains-got-talent-glory-183794/

Uni bar's bid to stay open later

A student bar which is leaving residents at their “wits’ end” is set to have its opening hours extended next week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/uni-bars-bid-to-stay-open-later-183795/

Wet Wet Wet frontman to star in panto

Marti Pellow, the lead singer of 80s sensations Wet Wet Wet, will star in panto this year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/wet-wet-wet-frontman-to-star-in-panto-183790/

Anger as fish die during power cut

Children at a nursery were heartbroken after their pet fish died when the power was switched off.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/anger-as-fish-die-during-power-cut-183791/

Wet Wet Wet front man to star in panto

Marti Pellow, the lead singer of 80s sensations Wet Wet Wet, will star in panto this year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/wet-wet-wet-front-man-to-star-in-panto-183790/

Cow struck by car dies

An animal hit by a taxi in a road accident has since had to be put down.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/cow-struck-by-car-dies-183775/

Kent tourist 'caused own injuries' at Copperfield show

A US jury has found illusionist David Copperfield was negligent but not responsible for a Kent tourist's injuries at a Las Vegas show.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-tourist-caused-own-injuries-at-copperfield-show-183786/

Stalker left victim down beaten and in fear

An amateur strongman left numerous texts and voice messages on his victim's phone.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/stalker-left-victim-down-beaten-and-in-fear-183609/

'Remember, addresses are on case papers'

A custody officer has given an account of what one of the defendants said as he was taken to the cells in the Kyle Yule murder trial.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/remember-addresses-are-on-case-papers-183784/

Car erupts into ball of flames

VIDEO: A car was engulfed in flames on a residential street after a suspected arson attack

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/car-erupts-into-ball-of-flames-183783/

Outcry at car 'ticketed' after bus crash

Images of a car with a parking ticket following a major bus crash have caused outrage - but officials say the vehicle was not involved in the smash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/outcry-at-car-ticketed-after-bus-crash-183779/

Car smashed after swerving to avoid animal

A driver crashed after trying to avoid an animal on the road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/car-smashed-after-swerving-to-avoid-animal-183777/

Town to host first Pride party

Organisers are hoping to create an "all-inclusive" town as it holds its first LGBT Pride celebration this summer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/town-to-host-first-pride-party-183776/

Race circuit upgrades rejected

Plans to spend £6m improving a race circuit have been thrown out amid concerns over the impact on the surrounding area.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/race-circuit-upgrades-rejected-183755/

Train services suspended

Reports of a trespasser on the tracks is causing delays to high speed services.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/train-services-suspended-183764/

Armed police called amid gun scare

There was a major police response after reports a man was seen with a partially concealed weapon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/armed-police-called-amid-gun-scare-183761/

Armed police called to town centre

A busy street has been cordoned off part of an ongoing police operation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/armed-police-called-to-town-centre-183761/

Far-right activist jailed for contempt

A far-right campaigner who narrowly avoided jail for his actions during a Kent gang-rape trial has now been sent to prison for contempt of court.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/far-right-activist-jailed-for-contempt-183736/

Dogs on the catwalk

A new business has launched for dog owners that want their dogs to look as stylish as them.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/dogs-on-the-catwalk-183747/

Man, 21, died after being hit by van

A man hit by a van moments after leaving a minibus died at the scene of the crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-21-died-after-being-hit-by-van-183754/

VIDEO: Violent sex attacker arrested at Center Parcs

A man who preyed on and attacked young woman by punching them repeatedly has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/video-violent-sex-attacker-arrested-at-center-parcs-183740/

Missing girl left UK 'with friend of her mother'

A teenage girl, who travelled out of the UK through Kent, is thought to have made her way to Poland with a friend of her mother's.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/missing-girl-left-uk-with-friend-of-her-mother-183739/

Unexplained death not suspicious say police

Investigators have said the unexplained death of a man is now being treated as non-suspicious.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/unexplained-death-not-suspicious-say-police-183734/

Thunderstorms lash Kent

Businesses have flooded and roads are treacherous as Kent suffers up to three times the monthly rainfall in hours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/thunderstorms-lash-kent-183735/

Gas leak causes traffic nightmare

A gas leak has caused disruption on a motorway and has closed off a key route.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/gas-leak-causes-traffic-nightmare-183718/

Man jailed 20 years after fleeing abroad

A man who escaped police capture two decades ago and started a new life in France has now been given a one-month jail sentence.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/man-jailed-20-years-after-fleeing-abroad-183733/

Father spared jail after stamp outside club

A father who stamped on another man when violence erupted outside a nightclub escaped jail after a judge said it would punish his family.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/father-spared-jail-after-stamp-outside-club-183730/

Sinkhole could take weeks to repair

A sinkhole which closed a major road could take weeks to repair.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/sinkhole-could-take-weeks-to-repair-183727/

Father spared jail after flip flop stamp

A father who stamped on another man when violence erupted outside a nightclub escaped jail after a judge said it would punish his family.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/father-spared-jail-after-flip-flop-stamp-183730/

Death at property investigated

Police and firefighters were called to an unexplained death.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/death-at-property-investigated-183726/

Nando's to open new restaurant

Dining giant Nando's is set to open a restaurant at a new leisure complex.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/nandos-to-open-new-restaurant-183729/

Man dies at petrol station

A man died at a petrol station over the Bank Holiday weekend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-dies-at-petrol-station-183728/

Road to remain closed after sinkhole appears

Drivers are being diverted and a road is to stay closed for most of today after a sinkhole appeared.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/road-to-remain-closed-after-sinkhole-appears-183727/

BREAKING: Death at property investigated

Police and firefighters were called to an unexplained death.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/breaking-death-at-property-investigated-183726/

Sink hole warning

Commuters are told of delays due to a massive hole in a road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/sink-hole-warning-183717/

Gas works cause key road closure

Commuters are warned of a shutdown of a roadway due to emergency repairs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/gas-works-cause-key-road-closure-183718/

Animal park ranger's dying wish honoured

An animal lover who dedicated many years to a wildlife park has been described as an inspiration by loved ones and colleagues following his death.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/animal-park-rangers-dying-wish-honoured-183714/

Former Gills manager dies, aged 54

Gillingham FC has sent its condolences to the family of former manager Neale Cooper who has died.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/former-gills-manager-dies-aged-54-183705/

Sinkhole closes road

A major road is closed in both directions after a large sinkhole appeared.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/sinkhole-closes-road-183712/

Gills send condolences to family of Neale Cooper following his death

Neale Cooper, who managed Gillingham in 2005, has died.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/gills-send-condolences-to-family-of-neale-cooper-following-his-death-183705/

Video: TV star Stacey drops-in on rubber duck race

TV presenter Stacey Solomon was on hand to launch an annual rubber duck race in aid of charity.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/video-tv-star-stacey-drops-in-on-rubber-duck-race-183706/

Ferry firm in hot water after launch 'disaster'

Passengers planning a day trip to Southend were left disappointed when a ferry launch was scuppered by strong winds, tides and a lost gangplank.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/ferry-firm-in-hot-water-after-launch-disaster-183708/

Ferry firm in hot water as launch leaves passengers fuming

Passengers planning a day trip to Southend were left disappointed when a ferry launch was scuppered by strong winds, tides and a lost gangplank.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/ferry-firm-in-hot-water-as-launch-leaves-passengers-fuming-183708/

Appeal for missing teen

Police are appealing for information to help find an 18-year-old who has gone missing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/appeal-for-missing-teen-183709/

Body found in woodland

Police have cordoned off a nature reserve after discovering a body.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/body-found-in-woodland-183711/

Man 'stabbed' in quiet street

A man has been taken to hospital after being 'stabbed' in a quiet residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-stabbed-in-quiet-street-183707/

Gills send well wishes to former manager

Gillingham Football Club has wished former manager Neale Cooper a speedy recovery as he fights for his life in hospital.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/gills-send-well-wishes-to-former-manager-183705/

Handbag thief thwarted by passer-by

A woman in her 70s was pushed during a robbery and had her handbag taken from her before a member of the public intervened.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/handbag-thief-thwarted-by-passer-by-183704/

Baby rescued from canal

A baby had to be rescued from a canal after its pushchair rolled into the water.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/baby-rescued-from-canal-183702/

Man accused of kicking and biting police

A man has been charged in connection with assaults on police officers and breaking into cars.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-accused-of-kicking-and-biting-police-183700/

Half a million meals saved from landfill

To mark World Hunger Day, a food charity has revealed it saved enough food from going to waste to make more than half a million meals last year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/half-a-million-meals-saved-from-landfill-183698/

Weather warning as Kent set for more storms

The thunderstorms which captivated onlookers over the weekend could be about to return as the Met Office predicts lightning and a chance of hail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/weather-warning-as-kent-set-for-more-storms-183697/

Woman 'stabbed in the head'

A woman has been arrested after a woman was 'stabbed in the head' and a man suffered serious facial injuries.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/woman-stabbed-in-the-head-183695/

Armed police swoop on 'man with gun'

Dramatic images show the moment armed police tackled a man in the street thought to be carrying a gun.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/armed-police-swoop-on-man-with-gun-183694/

MP calls for highway improvements

Severe bank holiday congestion prompts MP to call for change.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/mp-calls-for-highway-improvements-183680/

Biker hospitalised after crash

A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in an accident yesterday.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/biker-hospitalised-after-crash-183679/

Man's body found near school site

The body of a man has been found near a school site.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/mans-body-found-near-school-site-183675/

Fire crews called to barn blaze

A barn was almost completely destroyed in a blaze this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/fire-crews-called-to-barn-blaze-183674/

Did you see town centre attack?

Police want to find attackers who knocked their victim to the ground and repeatedly kicked him.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/did-you-see-town-centre-attack-183673/

Delays clear after vehicle breaks down at crossing

Traffic is returning to normal after a vehicle broke down at the Dartford Crossing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/delays-clear-after-vehicle-breaks-down-at-crossing-183670/

Appeal for missing girl

A teenage girl has not been seen since leaving for school yesterday.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/appeal-for-missing-girl-183672/

I'm lucky not to be paralysed, says superbike champion

Superbike fans can breathe a sigh of relief - Shakey is through the worst following his big crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/im-lucky-not-to-be-paralysed-says-superbike-champion-183671/

Emergency crews called to crash

A road has been shut after a crash between a mobility scooter and cyclist.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/emergency-crews-called-to-crash-183669/

Delays after vehicle breaks down at crossing.

Traffic is stretching back for miles after a vehicle broke down at the Dartford Crossing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/delays-after-vehicle-breaks-down-at-crossing-183670/

Tickets 'not on sale' for big event

Festival-goers have been offered refunds and tickets pulled from sale amid fears a major festival has been scrapped.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/tickets-not-on-sale-for-big-event-183667/

Robber jailed after raiding shops with claw hammer

A 35-year-old man will spend six years in prison after robbing three stores while masked and armed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/robber-jailed-after-raiding-shops-with-claw-hammer-183665/

Predator jailed after trying to rape online date

A man's been locked up after attempting to rape a woman he met on an internet dating site.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/predator-jailed-after-trying-to-rape-online-date-183666/

The Proms come to Kent

Expect Union flags, picnics, Punch and Judy, and Jerusalem in a park today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/the-proms-come-to-kent-183664/

Bid to lure Channel 4 to Kent

Channel 4 could be setting up in Kent - if a consortium's bid to create hundreds of jobs is successful.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/bid-to-lure-channel-4-to-kent-183663/

Rachel snaps up £1,000 in time for bank holiday

The bank holiday just got better for one kmfm listener - who has just been given a £1,000 prize pot.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/rachel-snaps-up-1-000-in-time-for-bank-holiday-183656/

Jail terms extended for brutal McDonald's attackers

Two violent attackers will spend more time behind bars after their sentences were extended.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/jail-terms-extended-for-brutal-mcdonalds-attackers-183654/

Dartford Crossing delays after lorry accident shuts lanes

Lanes have been shut around the Dartford Crossing after a lorry crash caused a car to spin.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/dartford-crossing-delays-after-lorry-accident-shuts-lanes-183652/

Car crashes into castle tea room

Police and ambulance crews have been called to a popular Kent tea room after a car ploughed into it.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/car-crashes-into-castle-tea-room-183651/

Good samaritans needed as assault witnesses

Police are looking for witnesses who aided a teenager who was attacked.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/good-samaritans-needed-as-assault-witnesses-183648/

Police arrest cable theft suspects

Suspected cable thieves have been arrested after police were called to a business in the middle of the night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/police-arrest-cable-theft-suspects-183646/

Man wanted in connection with assault

Police have added a man to their most wanted list.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-wanted-in-connection-with-assault-183644/

Donations in memory of tragic mum

A crowdfunding appeal has been started for the children of a mum who tragically died just 19 days after giving birth.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/donations-in-memory-of-tragic-mum-183643/

Swan slaughter alert

Five cygnets have reportedly been killed in a vicious dog attack at a Kent park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/swan-slaughter-alert-183639/

Fallon aide cleared of sex attack

A former aide to Sir Michael Fallon has been cleared of a sex assault.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/fallon-aide-cleared-of-sex-attack-183642/

Hunt for distraction burglar

Police have issued an image of a man believed to have stolen money from a pensioner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/hunt-for-distraction-burglar-183640/

Woman 'sexually assaulted in car park'

Police are on the hunt for three men who are alleged to have sexually assaulted a woman in a car park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/woman-sexually-assaulted-in-car-park-183632/

Road shut both ways after man hit by car

The air ambulance has been called to the scene of a serious incident which has closed a busy road in both directions.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/road-shut-both-ways-after-man-hit-by-car-183633/

Woman jailed after bid to bring in son from Calais 'Jungle'

A women's rights campaigner has been jailed after trying to smuggle her son into the UK after a visit to the 'Jungle' refugee camp.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/woman-jailed-after-bid-to-bring-in-son-from-calais-jungle-183634/

Holiday park hacker jailed after police seize half-a-million pounds in cyber-currency

A cyber-hacker who duped 100 companies from a caravan on the Isle of Sheppey has been jailed for 10 years after a massive police operation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/holiday-park-hacker-jailed-after-police-seize-half-a-million-pounds-in-cyber-currency-183631/

Woman 'sexually assaulted in car park'

Police are on the hunt for three men who are alleged to have sexually assaulted a woman in a car park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/woman-sexually-assaulted-in-car-park-183632/

VIDEO: Quackers attempt to cross busy road

Footage shows the moment a family of ducks was rescued after walking into the middle of a busy main road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/video-quackers-attempt-to-cross-busy-road-183629/

Widen motorway to 'keep freight flowing'

The government is being urged to widen a stretch of a main route as part of a series of measures to keep traffic and freight moving after Brexit.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/widen-motorway-to-keep-freight-flowing-183630/

Armed police search for 'man with gun'

Armed officers have been scrambled to a residential street after witnesses reported seeing a man with a gun.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/armed-police-search-for-man-with-gun-183626/

Hoo's bird is this?

A bird of prey has ruffled a few feathers after it was spotted in a residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/hoos-bird-is-this-183625/

Man last seen in Kent on world's most-wanted list

One of Britain's most-wanted murder suspects who was last seen in Kent has been placed on Interpol's worldwide most-wanted list.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/man-last-seen-in-kent-on-worlds-most-wanted-list-183620/

Ketchup ice cream 'an acquired taste'

A seaside cafe has shocked customers with ketchup and mushy peas-flavoured ice cream and promises to divide opinion more with a Marmite variety soon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/ketchup-ice-cream-an-acquired-taste-183590/

Traffickers ordered to pay £129k

Two brothers locked up for six years for human trafficking have been ordered to pay back more than £129,000.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/traffickers-ordered-to-pay-129k-183617/

Man dies in motorway lorry collision

A man has died after a collision with a lorry which closed a motorway in Kent this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/man-dies-in-motorway-lorry-collision-183613/

Learner clocks 85mph then goes wrong way on motorway

A learner driver has been jailed after a speeding down a hard shoulder, jumping red lights and heading back down an exit slip road in a police chase.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/learner-clocks-85mph-then-goes-wrong-way-on-motorway-183607/

Crumbling building prompts road closure

A crumbling piece of masonry on a nightclub has prompted a road closure while firefighters make it safe.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/crumbling-building-prompts-road-closure-183603/

Weather warning for thunderstorms

Hopes of a sun-soaked Bank Holiday weekend have been dashed after a weather warning was issued for thunderstorms and heavy rain across Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/weather-warning-for-thunderstorms-183604/

Thug locked up for attack on cabbie

A thug who refused to pay for his cab fare carried out a violent attack on the cab driver and smashed his phone

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/thug-locked-up-for-attack-on-cabbie-183601/

Car bursts into flames

A motorist managed to pull over and get out of his car after it burst into flames during the early hours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/car-bursts-into-flames-183598/

'I don't think a child could survive in that situation'

Fire safety crews are warning people to stay out of a deceptively dangerous river ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/i-dont-think-a-child-could-survive-in-that-situation-183597/

All change for Kent stores as DIY giant sold for £1

After a botched effort to break into the UK market, the Australian owners of Bunnings and Homebase have bailed out.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/all-change-for-kent-stores-as-diy-giant-sold-for-1-183595/

Woman who met Clinton cleared of smuggling refugee

A woman who met Hillary Clinton and the daughter of a Lord have both been cleared of trying to smuggle someone from a refugee camp into the UK.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/woman-who-met-clinton-cleared-of-smuggling-refugee-183579/

Smoke from van covers main road

Motorists were warned of rush-hour delays after smoke from a van covered a carriageway on a major route.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/smoke-from-van-covers-main-road-183575/

Lorry crashes into embankment

A lorry overturned after suffering a blow-out on a motorway causing long delays for much of the day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/lorry-crashes-into-embankment-183552/

Ex-cop jailed over child abuse images

A disgraced former police officer who downloaded more than 22,000 child sex abuse images has been jailed for just over three-and-a-half months.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/ex-cop-jailed-over-child-abuse-images-183578/

Safety cartoons return after 50 years

Two-lovable cartoon characters have returned after half a century in a promotional campaign to remind people dialling 999 to ask for the coastguard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/safety-cartoons-return-after-50-years-183570/

Thief convicted after TOWIE star's car stolen

Two men are facing sentence over the burglary of a reality star’s home and theft of her expensive car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/thief-convicted-after-towie-stars-car-stolen-183577/

Smoke from van covers main route

Traffic officers have been alerted after smoke from a van covered a major route.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/smoke-from-van-covers-main-route-183575/

Van fire on main road

Traffic officers have been alerted to a van blaze on a major route.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/van-fire-on-main-road-183575/

Council deputy charged with assault

A council's deputy leader has been charged with assault after an incident at a disability awareness event.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/council-deputy-charged-with-assault-183574/

Bees swarm on car

Images show the moment a swarm of bees made a new home for themselves on a car in a residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/bees-swarm-on-car-183565/

Affray arrest in Waitrose car park

A man remains in custody after police were called to an alleged altercation in a town-centre supermarket.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/affray-arrest-in-waitrose-car-park-183566/

Arrest after incident in Waitrose car park

A man remains in custody after police were called to a town-centre supermarket earlier today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/arrest-after-incident-in-waitrose-car-park-183566/

Husband arrested after woman's body found

An estranged husband has been arrested on suspicion of murder after his wife was found dead.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/husband-arrested-after-womans-body-found-183542/

Trains cancelled until this evening after cables stolen

Train services have been cancelled after thieves stole railway cables overnight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/trains-cancelled-until-this-evening-after-cables-stolen-183531/

Yacht intercepted on Thames

Police carried out a dramatic interception of a Belgian yacht on the Thames this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/yacht-intercepted-on-thames-183561/

Council tells farmer 'get off your land'

A council has ordered a farmer to sell-up to help make way for 10,000 homes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/council-tells-farmer-get-off-your-land-183559/

Cheryl feeling flush as psychic powers boost poker earnings

A tarot reader claims her psychic abilities are helping her win big on poker.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/cheryl-feeling-flush-as-psychic-powers-boost-poker-earnings-183547/

£20bn bill for 'max fac'

Firm could face a £20bn bill if one form of customs checks is adopted after Brexit, it's been claimed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/20bn-bill-for-max-fac-183555/

£20bn bill for 'max fac'

Firm could face a £20bn bill if one form of customs checks is adopted after Brexit, it's been claimed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/20bn-bill-for-max-fac-183554/

Lorry involved in motorway smash

Officers remain at the scene of a crash on the London-bound carriageway of the M20.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/lorry-involved-in-motorway-smash-183552/

Drone 'spied' on girls playing in pool

Concerned parents fear a drone may have spied on their daughters as they played in a pool

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/drone-spied-on-girls-playing-in-pool-183548/

Smuggling suspect's brush with US political leader

This is the moment a woman accused of smuggling an illegal immigrant into the UK met future presidential candidate Hillary Clinton.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/smuggling-suspects-brush-with-us-political-leader-183551/

Drug dealer jailed for five years

A crack and heroin dealer who threw his stash into a garden when running away from police has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/drug-dealer-jailed-for-five-years-183546/

Giraffe births live streamed at wildlife park

An wildlife park in Kent is gearing up for the arrival of two new giraffe calves, and broadcasting it online.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/giraffe-births-live-streamed-at-wildlife-park-183543/

Manhunt launched after woman's body found

Police are looking for an estranged husband after his wife was found dead.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/manhunt-launched-after-womans-body-found-183542/

Car mounts traffic island

This car hit a traffic island after a crash with another vehicle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/car-mounts-traffic-island-183540/

'We should get rid of the blanket ban...'

A Kent MP has weighed on the debate about safe standing in football grounds in the top two divisions.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/we-should-get-rid-of-the-blanket-ban-183537/

Three escape house fire

Two fire crews were called to a Kent village this morning to reports of a house fire.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/three-escape-house-fire-183539/

Town's first Krispy Kreme opens to doughnut lovers

A world-renowned doughnut chain has handed over its first batch of treats after opening in a shopping centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/towns-first-krispy-kreme-opens-to-doughnut-lovers-183538/

Do you recognise this man?

These clear images show a man police want to speak to after a burglar forced his way into a home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/do-you-recognise-this-man-183532/

Trains cancelled after cables stolen

Train services have been cancelled after thieves stole railway cables overnight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/trains-cancelled-after-cables-stolen-183531/

Bomb squad called after explosives found

Specialists and police officers were called after unexploded Second World War grenades were discovered in a Kent town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/bomb-squad-called-after-explosives-found-183520/

Rush-hour delays at Dartford Tunnel

Motorists face delays at the Dartford Tunnel due to a broken down vehicle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/rush-hour-delays-at-dartford-tunnel-183513/

Proclaimers support for charity trek

The Proclaimers have sent a message of good luck to the man will walk more than 900 miles to support victims of a rare childhood cancer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/proclaimers-support-for-charity-trek-183493/

Council rejects bid for traveller site

Plans to establish a traveller site off a busy main road have been rejected by the council.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/council-rejects-bid-for-traveller-site-183505/

Homebase on the brink as Aussie owners seek exit

Hundreds of jobs across the county could be at risk amid reports the parent company of DIY giants Homebase and Bunnings could be set to pull the plug.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/homebase-on-the-brink-as-aussie-owners-seek-exit-183506/

Elderly woman suffers facial injuries during assault

A woman in her 70s is in a London hospital after being attacked in a residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/elderly-woman-suffers-facial-injuries-during-assault-183503/

Supermarket to reopen after refurbishment

A branch of Aldi will open to customers tomorrow following an extensive refurbishment.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/supermarket-to-reopen-after-refurbishment-183498/

'Polar bear' will come to town

A life-size polar bear puppet will be coming to this seaside town after the £15,000 fundraising target was exceeded.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/polar-bear-will-come-to-town-183497/

Mum fails driving test one day after 'passing'

A new mum passed her driving test, only to be told she had actually failed the next day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/mum-fails-driving-test-one-day-after-passing-183495/

Knifepoint robber behind bars

A thug who robbed two teenagers at knifepoint as they walked with friends to a supermarket in the early hours has been locked up for four years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/knifepoint-robber-behind-bars-183491/

Armed police called to train station

Armed officers, a police helicopter and sniffer dogs have apprehended a trespasser at a train station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/armed-police-called-to-train-station-183490/

Listed mansion to become flats

A Grade II listed mansion will soon be converted into to flats after a planning application was granted permission.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/listed-mansion-to-become-flats-183486/

Two in court after bank card 'fraud'

Two men have been charged with fraud offences after a bank card was allegedly stolen and used.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-in-court-after-bank-card-fraud-183487/

Council PR blunder brands Highways England 'incompetent'

A council accidentally branded Highways England 'incompetent' following a PR blunder on social media.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/council-pr-blunder-brands-highways-england-incompetent-183488/

Bus passes rise by £10

The cost of Kent County Council’s travel pass for school children is to rise for the fourth straight year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/bus-passes-rise-by-10-183485/

Scissor Sisters star to DJ at park

Revellers will feel like dancing when Scissor Sisters star Ana Matronic plays a DJ set at a Pride event.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/scissor-sisters-star-to-dj-at-park-183483/

Scissor Sisters member to DJ at park

Revellers will feel like dancing when Scissor Sisters star Ana Matronic plays a DJ set at a Pride event.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/scissor-sisters-member-to-dj-at-park-183483/

Women 'used trip with Telegraph reporter to smuggle son'

Three women used the cover of a visit to the former Jungle camp at Calais to smuggle one of their sons into the UK, it has been claimed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/women-used-trip-with-telegraph-reporter-to-smuggle-son-183479/

Kent transport company crashes with £2m debts

More than 30 drivers have lost their jobs after one of Kent's fastest-growing haulage companies ceased trading.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/kent-transport-company-crashes-with-2m-debts-183467/

Hit-and-run suspect hunted

A teenager suspected of being involved in a hit-and-run which left a pensioner with serious injuries has been added to Kent Police's most-wanted list.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/hit-and-run-suspect-hunted-183474/

Kent's first Marco Pierre White restaurant confirmed

A restaurant carrying the name of celebrity chef Marco Pierre White is on its way to a Kent seafront this summer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/kents-first-marco-pierre-white-restaurant-confirmed-183472/

Train cancellations amid emergency repairs

Commuters on high speed services are facing delays as urgent repairs are carried out on the main line to the capital.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/train-cancellations-amid-emergency-repairs-183463/

Crash between bus and car sparks delays

A crash involving a bus and a car has ignited long delays today on a main road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/crash-between-bus-and-car-sparks-delays-183462/

Shooting suspect arrested at port

A man has been arrested on suspicion of a murder after a shooting near Birmingham as he tried to board a ferry in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/shooting-suspect-arrested-at-port-183461/

'We exchanged a few blows. It was literally a matter of seconds'

A teenager alleged to have stabbed another youth who died in a gang attack has claimed he only exchanged punches with him.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/we-exchanged-a-few-blows-it-was-literally-a-matter-of-seconds-183454/

Dealers found with £28k drug stash

Two dealers suspected selling in the county have been locked up after being found with around £28,000 worth of Class A drugs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dealers-found-with-28k-drug-stash-183451/

Dealers found with almost £30k drug stash

Two dealers suspected selling in the county have been locked up after being found with around £28,000 worth of Class A drugs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dealers-found-with-almost-30k-drug-stash-183451/

Man and woman arrested after burglary at B&Q

Two people are in police custody after items worth £1,500 were allegedly taken from a B&Q store.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/man-and-woman-arrested-after-burglary-at-b-q-183440/

School budgets on a cliff edge over growing number of special needs pupils

KCC leader warns government that schools need more cash for 'high needs' children

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/school-budgets-on-a-cliff-edge-over-growing-number-of-special-needs-pupils-183408/

Girl, 11, taken to hospital after being hit by car

An 11-year-old girl has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/girl-11-taken-to-hospital-after-being-hit-by-car-183439/

Burglar distracted pensioner to ransack home

A burglar has been locked up after he distracted a pensioner while an accomplice stole jewellery and bank cards from her home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/burglar-distracted-pensioner-to-ransack-home-183436/

Tremors felt across Kent

A number of tremors have been felt in several towns, with speculation it could be MoD activity or an earthquake.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/tremors-felt-across-kent-183429/

College puts 320 jobs at risk

Staff could lose their jobs at a Kent college as it faces government funding cuts and rising costs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/college-puts-320-jobs-at-risk-183428/

Tremors felt across several towns

A number of tremors have been felt in several towns, with speculation it could be MoD activity or an earthquake.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/tremors-felt-across-several-towns-183429/

More than 300 jobs at risk at college

Staff are facing uncertainty at a Kent college as it struggles financially.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/more-than-300-jobs-at-risk-at-college-183428/

Wrong-way driver sped along motorway after drinking

A motorist has admitted driving the wrong way along the M2 at excessive speeds while more than twice the legal limit.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/wrong-way-driver-sped-along-motorway-after-drinking-183419/

Concern for teenager on cliff

A car park has been closed amid concerns for a teenage girl seen on nearby cliffs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/concern-for-teenager-on-cliff-183417/

Teen jumped in front of train after stepfather's abuse

A 16-year-old girl jumped in front of a train travelling at 75mph after years of sexual abuse at the hands of her stepfather, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/teen-jumped-in-front-of-train-after-stepfathers-abuse-183414/

Superbike champion 'alert and in good spirits'

Kent Superbike champion Shane Byrne is said to be in good spirits, recovering from a major operation following a bike crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/superbike-champion-alert-and-in-good-spirits-183384/

'Arrogant' man spared jail after taxi driver attack

A man who broke a taxi driver’s wrist after parking in a taxi rank has avoided going immediately to prison.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/arrogant-man-spared-jail-after-taxi-driver-attack-183413/

Jury decide Star Trek fan's case is 'highly illogical'

A man accused of attacking his friend with a metal bar while he watched an episode of Star Trek has been acquitted after a bizarre testimony.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/jury-decide-star-trek-fans-case-is-highly-illogical-183409/

£45k raised for couple after horror crash

A couple faced with hefty medical bills after a devastating crash in Thailand are flying home today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/45k-raised-for-couple-after-horror-crash-183406/

Colourful memorial created for Manchester attack

A group has created a special memorial for the victims of the Manchester attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/colourful-memorial-created-for-manchester-attack-183405/

M&S confirms 100 shops to shut

Marks & Spencer will close dozens of shops in a move it says is "vital" for its future, leaving staff across Kent facing uncertainty.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/m-s-confirms-100-shops-to-shut-183403/

Helicopter scrambled in hunt for burglars

Police have arrested a man suspected of using an angle grinder to steal power tools after deploying a helicopter.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/helicopter-scrambled-in-hunt-for-burglars-183402/

Club chairman confirms talks over possible take-over

League One team has long courted external investment to help it deliver on its potential and build a new stadium.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/club-chairman-confirms-talks-over-possible-take-over-183395/

Slow traffic after car overturned

Police and paramedics are at the scene of an accident which has left this car on its roof.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/slow-traffic-after-car-overturned-183399/

Man standing trial for 'Rolex murder'

A 25-year-old accused of killing a man for his Rolex during a moped-mounted attack is beginning his trial.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-standing-trial-for-rolex-murder-183394/

Man had image of extreme sex act

A man who had an image of a gruesome sex act and thousands of indecent pictures of children has avoided prison.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-had-image-of-extreme-sex-act-183385/

To park or not to park...

Confusing signs telling bargain hunters where to park at a boot fair are leaving drivers puzzled.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/to-park-or-not-to-park-183386/

Arrest after arson attack on cash machines

A man's been arrested after at least two cash machines were damaged in "malicious" attacks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/arrest-after-arson-attack-on-cash-machines-183378/

Superbike champion undergoes surgery

Kent Superbike champion Shane Byrne, who crashed and suffered injuries including fractures to his back, has now undergone successful surgery.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/superbike-champion-undergoes-surgery-183384/

Delays after train breaks down

Rail services have been suspended across parts of Kent after a train broke down.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/delays-after-train-breaks-down-183383/

Shed fire spreads to home

Three fire engines have been called to the scene of a potentially serious blaze.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/shed-fire-spreads-to-home-183373/

Minister hails clampdown on lorry 'fly-parking'

A crackdown on lorries parking unlawfully in lay-bys and residential roads could be extended to other parts of the county.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/minister-hails-clampdown-on-lorry-fly-parking-183369/

Delays as car hits pedestrian

A car has been involved in a collision with a pedestrian causing delays in part of Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/delays-as-car-hits-pedestrian-183367/

Gang in metal pole attack

A gang attacked a man with a metal pole, striking him and snatching his phone before fleeing the scene.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/gang-in-metal-pole-attack-183365/

Pensioner robbed after visiting cashpoint

Police are appealing for information after a pensioner had £200 stolen from her in the street after visiting a cash machine.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/pensioner-robbed-after-visiting-cashpoint-183364/

Appeal after pensioner robbed in street

Police are appealing for information after a pensioner was robbed of £200 after visiting a cash point.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/appeal-after-pensioner-robbed-in-street-183364/

Woman collapses outside surgery

Doctors tried to resuscitate an elderly woman after she collapsed outside a GP surgery.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/woman-collapses-outside-surgery-183360/

Three admit car park gang rape

A group of men in their 20s are facing lengthy jail sentences after admitting raping a woman in a car park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/three-admit-car-park-gang-rape-183356/

Tipping point

A shocking report has revealed how 12 tonnes of rubbish - or the weight of four elephants - was picked up in just seven miles of Kent road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/tipping-point-183354/

Three admit car park gang rape

A group of men in their 20s are facing lengthy jail sentences after admitting raping a woman in a car park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/three-admit-car-park-gang-rape-183355/

Man dies after heart attack on train

A man in his 40s died after collapsing on a train, sparking a huge emergency response.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/man-dies-after-heart-attack-on-train-183353/

Paedophile jailed after historic sex abuse

A man who sexually abused two children more than 30 years ago has been jailed for 10 years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/paedophile-jailed-after-historic-sex-abuse-183352/

Major tip to remain closed for several weeks

A major tip is to remain closed for at least two months following a serious fire.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/major-tip-to-remain-closed-for-several-weeks-183351/

E-fit of suspected robber who attacked pensioner

Police have released an e-fit of a man they suspect of carrying out a violent robbery on a 69-year-old woman.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/e-fit-of-suspected-robber-who-attacked-pensioner-183345/

Arrests after 'stabbing' at pub

Police have arrested two men following a suspected stabbing at a town centre pub.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/arrests-after-stabbing-at-pub-183349/

Man 'hit by van' on motorway

A man has been taken to hospital after reportedly being hit by a van on the motorway, sparking long delays.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-hit-by-van-on-motorway-183343/

Ex adviser to Michael Fallon denies sex attack

A former special adviser to ex-government minister Sir Michael Fallon has denied groping a woman.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/ex-adviser-to-michael-fallon-denies-sex-attack-183346/

Man 'hit by van' on motorway

A man has been taken to hospital after reportedly being hit by a van on the motorway, sparking long delays.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-hit-by-van-on-motorway-183343/

Wife posts photos of injured Superbike champion from hospital bedside

Kent Superbike champion Shane 'Shakey' Byrne is undergoing emergency surgery on his spine today after a horror bike crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/wife-posts-photos-of-injured-superbike-champion-from-hospital-bedside-183342/

Hold-up after 'multi-vehicle' crash

There is trouble ona Kent motorway after a multi-vehicle accident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/hold-up-after-multi-vehicle-crash-183343/

Air Ambulance attends 'medical incident' at hotel

An air ambulance was scrambled this morning to attend a “medical incident” inside a seafront hotel.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/air-ambulance-attends-medical-incident-at-hotel-183341/

Red Dwarf star bringing beats to festival

Funk and soul DJ Craig Charles, known for starring roles in Red Dwarf and Corrie, is to perform at a Kent festival.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/red-dwarf-star-bringing-beats-to-festival-183340/

Travellers invade park

A band of travellers have set up camp in a popular park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/travellers-invade-park-183338/

knife-wielding thief jailed

A thief who threatened a security guard with a knife after stealing more than £700 of meat has been locked up.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/knife-wielding-thief-jailed-183333/

Teen arrested after police chase crash

An 18-year-old has been arrested after crashing into a brick wall during a police pursuit.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/teen-arrested-after-police-chase-crash-183337/

Betting shop robber flees on bike

Police are appealing for witnesses after a hooded man tried to rob a bookies.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/betting-shop-robber-flees-on-bike-183336/

Multi-coloured hotel gets go-ahead

A splash of colour is coming to a seaside town after a seven-storey hotel with striped cladding designed to look like deckchairs was approved.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/multi-coloured-hotel-gets-go-ahead-183335/

Multi-coloured hotel approved for seaside town

A splash of colour will be coming to one seaside town after a seven-storey hotel was given the go-ahead by the council.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/multi-coloured-hotel-approved-for-seaside-town-183335/

Drink drive arrest after car and bus crash

A man in his 50s has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a positive road side breath test.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/drink-drive-arrest-after-car-and-bus-crash-183334/

Dinosaur genes 'revealed' at Kent university

A discovery by scientists at the University of Kent has provided significant insight into the genes of dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus Rex.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/dinosaur-genes-revealed-at-kent-university-183332/

Brothers jailed after stealing £180k of computers

Two brothers are behind bars after nearly 200 computers were snatched from schools and businesses around Kent and Sussex.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/brothers-jailed-after-stealing-180k-of-computers-183328/

Brothers jailed after school computer burglaries

Two brothers are behind bars after more than 100 computers were snatched from schools and businesses around Kent and Sussex.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/brothers-jailed-after-school-computer-burglaries-183328/

Missing Peter found

An 88-year-old man who went missing last night has been found, police have confirmed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/missing-peter-found-183308/

Court date for suspects in modern slavery probe

A father and son suspected of being human traffickers have been remanded in custody while they wait to appear in court next month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/court-date-for-suspects-in-modern-slavery-probe-183327/

Court date suspects in modern slavery probe

A father and son suspected of being human traffickers have been remanded in custody while they wait to appear in court next month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/court-date-suspects-in-modern-slavery-probe-183327/

Lorry crash sparks traffic chaos

Drivers are facing delays this morning after a trailer disconnected from a lorry and blocked an exit road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/lorry-crash-sparks-traffic-chaos-183323/

Large-scale river search after 'body seen floating in river'

A major river search is under way after a motorist reported seeing a body floating in the water.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/large-scale-river-search-after-body-seen-floating-in-river-183322/

Large-scale river search after reports 'body floating in the river'

A major river search is under way after a motorist reported seeing a body floating in the water.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/large-scale-river-search-after-reports-body-floating-in-the-river-183322/

Two car crash closed road

Road closed after two vehicle crash late last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-car-crash-closed-road-183319/

Caravan stolen six years ago found

Police found a caravan at 1.43pm on Sunday, May 20 which has been reported stolen in 2012.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/caravan-stolen-six-years-ago-found-183316/

Timetable changes cause longer journeys

Commuters heading into London say their journeys are longer due to timetable changes across Southeastern services.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/timetable-changes-cause-longer-journeys-183317/

Crash causes delay for motorists

A crash on the A20 Ashford Road is causing delays for motorists heading to work.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crash-causes-delay-for-motorists-183311/

Police called to 'vulnerable person' on motorway bridge

The M20 has re-opened in both directions after police were called to a person on a bridge over the motorway this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/police-called-to-vulnerable-person-on-motorway-bridge-183304/

Cyclist collides with car

Police and ambulance crews were called to an accident involving a car and a cyclist on a busy road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/cyclist-collides-with-car-183303/

Serious assault near seafront

A man in his 50s has been taken to hospital after a disturbance involving a group of people at a Kent seaside town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/serious-assault-near-seafront-183302/

Teen charged with drug dealing

A teenager from London has been charged with drug dealing following a police raid in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teen-charged-with-drug-dealing-183301/

Artwork by famous comic goes under the hammer

During his career, he performed at a number of theatres across Kent, and now his artwork will be sold here too.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/artwork-by-famous-comic-goes-under-the-hammer-183300/

Police find missing man

Police have thanked the public for their assistance after a 26-year-old man was found.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/police-find-missing-man-183293/

Biker in intensive care after crash

Superbike champion Shane 'Shakey' Byrne remains in intensive care after crashing during testing for a championship race.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/biker-in-intensive-care-after-crash-183299/

Firefighters tackle flat blaze

A neighbour raised the alarm after he spotted a fire as he returned home about 4am.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/firefighters-tackle-flat-blaze-183297/

Firefighters tackle flat fire

A neighbour raised the alarm when he spotted a fire in flat as he returned home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/firefighters-tackle-flat-fire-183297/

Police concern for missing man

Officers are "growing increasingly concerned" for the welfare of a missing 26-year-old.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/police-concern-for-missing-man-183293/

Teenage girl arrested after drugs found at property

Police seized a quantity of class A drugs from a property.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teenage-girl-arrested-after-drugs-found-at-property-183281/

Hunt for masked men after safe and cash stolen

Police are appealing for information after two men are said to have stolen a safe containing cash and passports.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/hunt-for-masked-men-after-safe-and-cash-stolen-183283/

Safe and cash stolen in alleged aggravated burglary

Police are appealing for information after two men are said to have stolen a safe containing cash and passports.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/safe-and-cash-stolen-in-alleged-aggravated-burglary-183283/

Search for missing teen called off

Police have said a teenager who was reported missing has been found safe and well.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/search-for-missing-teen-called-off-183251/

'Stabbing' at town pub

Police are investigating the incident at a Kent high street venue.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/stabbing-at-town-pub-183284/

Emergency services called to train station

Police, fire and paramedics have been called to deal with an ongoing emergency.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/emergency-services-called-to-train-station-183288/

'Stabbing' at pub

Police are investigating the incident at a Kent high street venue.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/stabbing-at-pub-183284/

Plea by murder victim's family rejected

The government has responded to a petition calling for action following the murder of a Kent man seeking "justice".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/plea-by-murder-victims-family-rejected-183285/

Government rejects plea by murder victim's family

The government has responded to a petition which set out concerns about the time its taking for the family of murdered Carl Davies to 'get justice'.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/government-rejects-plea-by-murder-victims-family-183285/

Delays after 'police incident'

Traffic is queuing on a busy stretch of road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/delays-after-police-incident-183278/

Woman treated for shock after fire

A woman was treated at the scene following a blaze in a bedroom.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/woman-treated-for-shock-after-fire-183277/

Traffic delays after police accident

Traffic is queuing on a busy stretch of road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/traffic-delays-after-police-accident-183278/

Kent celebrates royal wedding

Dozens of events are taking place across the county as people take in the big day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-celebrates-royal-wedding-183274/

Man arrested following 'daylight assaults' on women

A man has been arrested after two women were reportedly sexually assaulted in broad daylight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/man-arrested-following-daylight-assaults-on-women-183272/

Suspicious vehicle sparks police chase

A helicopter was scrambled as officers pursued a driver who failed to stop.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/suspicious-vehicle-sparks-police-chase-183270/

Suspicious vehicle sparks police car and helicopter chase

Enquiries into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/suspicious-vehicle-sparks-police-car-and-helicopter-chase-183270/

Delays on motorway after crash

Emergency services are dealing with a crash on the M2 this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/delays-on-motorway-after-crash-183268/

Man pleads guilty to burglary at reality star's home

One of the men accused of burgling a TOWIE star's home has changed his plea.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-pleads-guilty-to-burglary-at-reality-stars-home-183264/

Former Kent MP tipped to enter House of Lords

Theresa May is widely expected to confirm the nomination of a former Conservative MP

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/former-kent-mp-tipped-to-enter-house-of-lords-183256/

Police hunt for missing teenager

Police are appealing for help in locating a missing 15-year-old.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-hunt-for-missing-teenager-183251/

Bomb hoax caller who told 999 'bring it on' jailed

A man threatened to kill people with a firearm and explosives during a drink and drug fuelled binge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/bomb-hoax-caller-who-told-999-bring-it-on-jailed-183252/

Residents evacuated as gas pipe fire burns

Firefighters are dealing with a blaze caused by a ruptured pipe.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/residents-evacuated-as-gas-pipe-fire-burns-183243/

Gunpoint robbery at supermarket

A suspect who held up a supermarket with what looked like a handgun is being hunted by police.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/gunpoint-robbery-at-supermarket-183250/

Man charged after armed raid

A man has been charged after a gang of four armed with knives raided a supermarket.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-charged-after-armed-raid-183246/

'Rogue trader' arrested after bank visit

A pensioner's attempt to withdraw a large sum of cash has resulted in a suspected rogue trader being arrested.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/rogue-trader-arrested-after-bank-visit-183244/

MP clamps down on horse neglect

An MP has vowed to stamp out animal abuse in a town following concerns about the condition of horses in fields. Warning: Contains graphic images

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/mp-clamps-down-on-horse-neglect-183242/

Breaking: Residents evacuated as gas pipe fire burns

Firefighters are dealing with a blaze caused by a ruptured pipe.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/breaking-residents-evacuated-as-gas-pipe-fire-burns-183243/

Hundreds of full wine bottles dumped

Hundreds of bottles of wine have been found dumped - with some speculating they were left after it was discovered they were non-alcoholic.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/hundreds-of-full-wine-bottles-dumped-183241/

Vintage Morris Minor stolen

Police are appealing for the public's help to track down a vintage car which was stolen this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/vintage-morris-minor-stolen-183240/

Girls, 12 and 13, and boy, 14, arrested

A boy and two girls have been arrested after a cash machine was vandalised in the early hours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/girls-12-and-13-and-boy-14-arrested-183234/

Busy road closed after crash

A woman has been cut free from an overturned car by firefighters.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/busy-road-closed-after-crash-183233/

Caravans set up at rugby club

Travellers have set up at a rugby club next to land the parish council had blocked from encampments.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/caravans-set-up-at-rugby-club-183231/

Predator jailed for 18 years

A paedophile who abused two young girls between 2000 and 2007 has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/predator-jailed-for-18-years-183230/

Reporter's cannabis farm video goes global

A Kent journalist's live reporting from a cannabis farm has gone global... after his video contained an unexpected "guest".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/reporters-cannabis-farm-video-goes-global-183229/

Missing 61-year-old found

A man who went missing in Dartford last night has been found.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/missing-61-year-old-found-183208/

Horror attack cricketer 'left with no justice'

A cricketer whose life was cruelly changed in an assault is reeling after being told the trial against his alleged attackers has collapsed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/horror-attack-cricketer-left-with-no-justice-183187/

Festival trustees take legal action

Festival organisers have started civil proceedings against an inflatables company after a 300ft water slide was a no-show at the event.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/festival-trustees-take-legal-action-183223/

Stungun smuggler thought to have fled to Poland

A company boss who tried to smuggle 199 disguised stunguns into the county has received an eight year jail term - even though he was not in court.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/stungun-smuggler-thought-to-have-fled-to-poland-183224/

M20 'murder' suspect released

Detectives investigating the suspected murder of a mum-of-two whose body was found on the M20 have released a man pending further inquiries.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/m20-murder-suspect-released-183219/

Gorilla born at Kent wildlife park breaks world record

The arrival of a western lowland gorilla at a popular wildlife park has broken a world record.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/gorilla-born-at-kent-wildlife-park-breaks-world-record-183216/

Ministers' plan to solve Operation Stack misery

Traffic will be able to travel both ways on the same carriageway under plans to tackle delays caused by Operation Stack unveiled by the government.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/ministers-plan-to-solve-operation-stack-misery-183217/

Static caravan catches fire

Fire crews were called out after a neighbour spotted a caravan alight this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/static-caravan-catches-fire-183209/

Lorry crashes into railway bridge

A lorry driver has escaped unharmed after crashing into a railway bridge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/lorry-crashes-into-railway-bridge-183211/

Handshake lands dealer in jail

A heroin and cocaine dealer was caught out by shaking the hand of a suspected drug user.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/handshake-lands-dealer-in-jail-183210/

Appeal for missing 61-year-old

Police are searching for a 61-year-old man who went missing overnight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/appeal-for-missing-61-year-old-183208/

Drug dealer, 57, locked up

A heroin and crack cocaine dealer has been jailed for supplying drugs cut with paracetamol and caffeine.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/drug-dealer-57-locked-up-183206/

Suspect package halts Eurotunnel trains

Travellers reported delays of up to five hours at the Channel Tunnel after a suspicious vehicle was discovered at its Calais terminal.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/suspect-package-halts-eurotunnel-trains-183204/

They've gone - but left their mess

A clean-up is now needed since travellers left a public park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/theyve-gone-but-left-their-mess-183205/

Kent's roads claim 46 lives in 12 months

Nearly 4,000 people have been killed or injured on the county's roads, according to the latest figures.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kents-roads-claim-46-lives-in-12-months-183197/

Video: Spreading the word against homophobia

Today marks an awareness day of LGBTI issues. But what do Kent shoppers make of the campaign?

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-spreading-the-word-against-homophobia-183195/

Motorists suffer M20 delays

A collision between a car and van caused long queues on a motorway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/motorists-suffer-m20-delays-183188/

Murder suspect 'confessed' to stabbing victim

A court has heard claims a murder suspect 'confessed' to fatally wounding a teenager.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/murder-suspect-confessed-to-stabbing-victim-183193/

Motorists warned of delays on M20

A collision between a car and van has been causing delays on a motorway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/motorists-warned-of-delays-on-m20-183188/

Kent holiday home ranked among best in world

A holiday home in Kent – with its own sauna, gym, cinema and cocktail bar – has been ranked among the world's finest.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/kent-holiday-home-ranked-among-best-in-world-183184/

Travellers arrive on playing field

A community group has raised concerns about the arrival of caravans on a popular playing field - but travellers insist they will not leave a mess.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/travellers-arrive-on-playing-field-183180/

Calls to clean up human waste

People have been seen fouling on a Kent beach.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/calls-to-clean-up-human-waste-183178/

Bogus workers steal cash from pensioner during doorstep scam

Men pretending to work for the housing association stole cash from a man in his 90s during a doorstep scam.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/bogus-workers-steal-cash-from-pensioner-during-doorstep-scam-183174/

Coastguard crews called to person in water

Emergency crews were scrambled to help a person clinging to a buoy in freezing cold water.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/coastguard-crews-called-to-person-in-water-183170/

Six fire engines called to kitchen blaze at student halls

One person was treated at the scene of a fire at a block of student flats for smoke inhalation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/six-fire-engines-called-to-kitchen-blaze-at-student-halls-183169/

Convent closed after years of anti-social behaviour

A former convent has been shut after a council took its leaseholder to court over four years' of anti-social behaviour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/convent-closed-after-years-of-anti-social-behaviour-183168/

MP's concern over train timetable changes

A Kent MP claims changes that come into force on Sunday will see some passengers spending an extra week a year on trains.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/mps-concern-over-train-timetable-changes-183166/

Carter: Keep to your 'frictionless trade' promise

A Kent authority leader has urged the government to stick to its "frictionless trade" promise post Brexit.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/carter-keep-to-your-frictionless-trade-promise-183165/

We're going to need bigger buns: Calendar Girls musical will head to Kent

Their tale inspired a book, play, film and now a musical of the same name, with music by Take That's Gary Barlow.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/were-going-to-need-bigger-buns-calendar-girls-musical-will-head-to-kent-183155/

Kent man becomes latest EuroMillions winner

A EuroMillions winner from Kent has vowed to buy a new home with his new-found cash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-man-becomes-latest-euromillions-winner-183164/

Newborn died after hospital failures

A family have spoken of their relief after an inquest found a premature boy died as a result of "medical misadventure".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/newborn-died-after-hospital-failures-183106/

Dambusters remembered after 75 years

A pilot buried in Kent was a central figure in the Dambusters raid which destroyed the industrial and domestic centres of Germany 75 years ago.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/dambusters-remembered-after-75-years-183161/

Reverend chases off would-be thieves

A brave vicar chased three men into the night after they ventured into his garden to steal scaffolding.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/reverend-chases-off-would-be-thieves-183159/

Two charged after modern slavery dawn raids

Two suspected human traffickers are set to appear in court today after four arrests were made during a string of raids in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/two-charged-after-modern-slavery-dawn-raids-183158/

Developer's plans for 16-storey glass tower dubbed a monstrosity

Members of the public are appealing to their borough council to reject proposals submitted by a developer for more than 250 rental flats.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/developers-plans-for-16-storey-glass-tower-dubbed-a-monstrosity-183156/

Dog catches suspect crooks after chase

A police dog sniffed out two suspects after a high-speed police chase.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/dog-catches-suspect-crooks-after-chase-183150/

Aldi hiring 400 staff for warehouse

The discount supermarket chain has kicked off a recruitment process ahead of the opening of a distribution centre next year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/aldi-hiring-400-staff-for-warehouse-183110/

Video: Mum demands answers after son 'thrown from store'

A mum says she is "disgusted" after shocking video emerged of her son apparently being pushed to the ground by a supermarket security guard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/video-mum-demands-answers-after-son-thrown-from-store-183089/

Plans to reduce number of IVF cycles offered on NHS

A CCG has opened a consultation into reducing the number of IVF cycles paid by NHS to one.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/plans-to-reduce-number-of-ivf-cycles-offered-on-nhs-183152/

Prisoners forced to share cells designed for one

Prison staff are being put at greater risk because of the poor conditions in some of Kent's jails, say campaigners.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/prisoners-forced-to-share-cells-designed-for-one-183113/

Prisoners forced to share sleeping areas

Prison staff are being put at greater risk because of the poor conditions in some of Kent's jails, say campaigners.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/prisoners-forced-to-share-sleeping-areas-183113/

Woman paid £37,500 after losing teeth

A patient who lost her teeth after a disease was not diagnosed has been paid £37,500 in compensation after taking legal action against her dentist.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/woman-paid-37-500-after-losing-teeth-183128/

Minister limits 'crack cocaine' gambling machines

Fixed-odds betting terminals will have their maximum stakes limited to £2 in a crackdown on harm caused by excessive gambling.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/minister-limits-crack-cocaine-gambling-machines-183149/

The cleanest bathing beaches in Kent revealed

Ten Kent beaches have earned blue flags - but there's disappointment for one.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/the-cleanest-bathing-beaches-in-kent-revealed-183148/

Mothercare to close 50 stores

Uncertainty hangs over the future of Kent staff at Mothercare after the troubled retailer announced plans to close 50 stores.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/mothercare-to-close-50-stores-183146/

Video: Something to hoot about...

Barn Owls are seeing a welcome increase in the county... but they still face multiple threats.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-something-to-hoot-about-183139/

Video: Switch off by 10pm to stay happy

A new study of thousands of users has shown we're most happy if we switch off our mobiles by 10pm.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-switch-off-by-10pm-to-stay-happy-183137/

Driver trapped after car overturns in High Street

An elderly man had to be rescued through the windscreen of an overturned car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/driver-trapped-after-car-overturns-in-high-street-183130/

Car overturns in High Street

Police, fire crews, and paramedics are at the scene of a crash near a pub.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/car-overturns-in-high-street-183130/

Man arrested after drugs raid

A 28-year-old man has been arrested after a drugs raid where 46 cannabis plants were seized.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/man-arrested-after-drugs-raid-183125/

Video shows masked murder suspect brandishing weapons

Video clips of a teenager brandishing weapons were found on his phone before he was accused of murder.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/video-shows-masked-murder-suspect-brandishing-weapons-183126/

Fire crews tackle house blaze

Fire services are at the scene currently trying to tackle a house fire.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fire-crews-tackle-house-blaze-183123/

Major fashion and lifestyle store opens at Bluewater

A Scandinavian brand launched in the UK with stores in Covent Garden and Regent Street is coming to Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/major-fashion-and-lifestyle-store-opens-at-bluewater-183120/

Girls, 11 and 13, 'approached by man'

Two girls, aged 13 and 11, have allegedly been approached by a man in a black car in two separate incidents.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/girls-11-and-13-approached-by-man-183119/

Gas engineer's death 'may have been cry for help'

The death of a separated gas engineer after locking himself in a van with a carbon monoxide generator was misadventure, a coroner has ruled.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/gas-engineers-death-may-have-been-cry-for-help-183116/

Cash thieves target pubs

Cash has reportedly been stolen from two pubs in the same night in overnight break ins.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/cash-thieves-target-pubs-183115/

Men targeted in serious of 'random' attacks

Police are investigating assaults on three separate men in one afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/men-targeted-in-serious-of-random-attacks-183112/

Putrid food dumped near school

Eight cartons of putrid meat and rotting vegetables have been dumped yards from a school.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/putrid-food-dumped-near-school-183114/

Brave rape victim asked judge to show mercy

A Christian woman who was raped as a child asked a judge to show mercy on her attacker.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/brave-rape-victim-asked-judge-to-show-mercy-183111/

Last chance to bring 'polar bear' to town

A fundraising campaign to bring a 'polar bear' to a Kent town has been extended.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/last-chance-to-bring-polar-bear-to-town-183109/

Fundraiser for amputee teacher's bionic hands reaches £20k

More than £20,000 has been raised for a teacher whose legs and fingers were amputated during a battle with sepsis.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/fundraiser-for-amputee-teachers-bionic-hands-reaches-20k-183107/

VIDEO: Medieval discovery at pub

Timbers dating back to the 15th century have been uncovered above a pub undergoing refurbishment.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/video-medieval-discovery-at-pub-183099/

VIDEO: Lorry driver goes wrong way at roundabout

Heart-stopping footage has emerged showing a lorry travelling around a roundabout in the wrong direction - into the path of oncoming traffic.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/video-lorry-driver-goes-wrong-way-at-roundabout-183102/

Man dies after 'electrocution'

A man has died after reportedly being electrocuted on an illegal traveller site.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/man-dies-after-electrocution-183096/

Battery-charged bus in north Kent could become permanent depending on trial

County transport chiefs upbeat after electric bus trial in Dartford

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/battery-charged-bus-in-north-kent-could-become-permanent-depending-on-trial-183094/

Not just any new food store...

A town's new M&S branch has opened just a day after its predecessor closed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/not-just-any-new-food-store-183091/

Dog to be put down after sinking its teeth into child

A judge has ordered a dog be destroyed after it attacked a four-year-old child, leaving her with serious injuries.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/dog-to-be-put-down-after-sinking-its-teeth-into-child-183092/

Revealing Brexit border plans 'not in public interest'

The government is under fire for refusing to disclose details of how Brexit could impact on Kent - because it would not be in the public interest.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/revealing-brexit-border-plans-not-in-public-interest-183090/

Knifepoint robbery at betting shop

The manager of a betting shop was threatened at knifepoint and forced to hand over cash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/knifepoint-robbery-at-betting-shop-183078/

Knife-point robbery at betting shop

The manager of a betting shop was threatened at knifepoint and forced to hand over cash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/knife-point-robbery-at-betting-shop-183078/

Man pulled from river and arrested after police dog and helicopter search

A police dog and the helicopter helped track down two suspects before they were both arrested by police.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-pulled-from-river-and-arrested-after-police-dog-and-helicopter-search-183079/

Dog Dre faces death sentence after mauling child

A judge will today decide whether to make a destruction order on a dog which bit a four-year-old girl.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/dog-dre-faces-death-sentence-after-mauling-child-183077/

School's apology after 'income support picnic' offer

A head teacher has apologised after giving parents the option of an 'income support picnic lunch' for pupils to celebrate the Royal Wedding.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/schools-apology-after-income-support-picnic-offer-183075/

Dawn raids in modern slavery investigation

Two people have been arrested on suspicion of human trafficking offences following a string of early-morning raids in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/dawn-raids-in-modern-slavery-investigation-183076/

'Drug dealer' arrested

A suspected drug dealer has been arrested after police stopped and searched his vehicle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/drug-dealer-arrested-183070/

Pothole reports falling says KCC boss

The county councillor in charge of transport claims the number of potholes are going down.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/pothole-reports-falling-says-kcc-boss-183067/

Man with taser arrested

A man has been arrested for carrying a taser after police were called to a domestic incident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/man-with-taser-arrested-183066/

Reality TV star's home trashed

Burglars trashed a TOWIE star's home, ripped the heads off her cuddly toys and stole her Mercedes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/reality-tv-stars-home-trashed-183055/

Crash causes M25 delays

Part of a motorway remains blocked after a collision.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/crash-causes-m25-delays-183053/

New concerns at 10,000 homes project

A council bid for £280 million to help meet the costs of a major development has been rejected.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/new-concerns-at-10-000-homes-project-183049/

Claims New Look is charging 'fat tax'

A popular fashion retailer is reviewing its prices after being accused of charging more for larger sizes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/claims-new-look-is-charging-fat-tax-183048/

'Dangerous' renovation work could have caused petrol station explosion

Renovation work on a Kent petrol station was so poor and dangerous that it could have caused an explosion, a court was told.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/dangerous-renovation-work-could-have-caused-petrol-station-explosion-183044/

Residents warned against 'bogus callers'

Households are being told to be on their guard against potential bogus callers after a man reported money had been stolen.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/residents-warned-against-bogus-callers-183036/

Park water safe after sewage leak

Water activities can return to a popular park after a sewage leak caused a two-week ban.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/park-water-safe-after-sewage-leak-183041/

Man bailed after alleged gun threat

A man accused of threatening a woman with an air rifle - prompting an armed response - has been bailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-bailed-after-alleged-gun-threat-183039/

Man dies after "serious" flat fire

A man in his 50s was pronounced dead at the scene of a "serious" blaze that broke out at a block of flats.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-dies-after-serious-flat-fire-183037/

Football star cleared of fraud

Blair Turgott, 23, was accused of using a stolen card to gamble £16,000 but was found not guilty by a jury.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/football-star-cleared-of-fraud-183034/

Exercise 'might have played part' in scuba diving death

The fiancée of a woman who died while scuba diving on holiday has told of the heartbreaking moment she saw her partner's body.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/exercise-might-have-played-part-in-scuba-diving-death-183033/

Jail for man with 'banging deals'

A drug dealer who claimed to be selling 'banging deals' has been jailed after admitting supplying crack cocaine and heroin.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/jail-for-man-with-banging-deals-183029/

Man arrested over graffiti

A man was taken into police custody following a number of reports of graffiti.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/man-arrested-over-graffiti-183024/

Child rapist marked crime with chest tattoo

A gloating paedophile raped a child and then bragged about it with a vile tattoo on his chest.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/child-rapist-marked-crime-with-chest-tattoo-183025/

Cannabis factory found in house

An investigation is under way to find the owners of a cannabis factory which was found during a police raid.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/cannabis-factory-found-in-house-183023/

Scratchcards and alcohol swiped from store

Police managed to recover cigarettes, alcohol and scratchcards following a raid on a supermarket in the early hours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/scratchcards-and-alcohol-swiped-from-store-183022/

Game of Thrones fans ordered to leave crossbows at home

Fans of ultra-violent Game of Thrones have been ordered to ditch their crossbows if they want to attend a cult festival.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/game-of-thrones-fans-ordered-to-leave-crossbows-at-home-183021/

Missing teenager found

A 17-year-old girl who went missing for more than a fortnight has been found safe.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/missing-teenager-found-183019/

Kent snapper took staged Markle photos

Infamous staged pictures of Meghan Markle's dad preparing for the royal wedding were taken by a photographer from Kent, it has emerged.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/kent-snapper-took-staged-markle-photos-183017/

Travellers move to pitch and putt site

A group of travellers have set up their homes on a council owned pitch and putt car park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/travellers-move-to-pitch-and-putt-site-183011/

Tea room fire thought to be arson

Police believe a blaze that destroyed a much-loved tea hut was started intentionally.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/tea-room-fire-thought-to-be-arson-183013/

Five hotel workers arrested after tourist's 'gang rape'

Police have arrested five hotel workers accused of drugging and gang raping a Kent woman in Sorrento.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/five-hotel-workers-arrested-after-tourists-gang-rape-183012/

Five hotel workers have been arrested after a Kent woman claimed she was gang raped on the last day of her Italian holiday.

Police have arrested five hotel workers accused of gang raping a Kent woman in Sorrento.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/five-hotel-workers-have-been-arrested-after-a-kent-woman-claimed-she-was-gang-raped-on-the-last-day-of-her-italian-holiday-183012/

Motorcyclist injured in crash with car

A motorcyclist has been treated by ambulance crews after a collision.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/motorcyclist-injured-in-crash-with-car-183010/

Man charged after police spot stolen moped

A man has been charged with a string of offences including handling a stolen moped after a suspicious vehicle was spotted in an industrial estate.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-charged-after-police-spot-stolen-moped-183004/

Unemployment: Kent's seventh straight rise

The number of people on unemployment benefits in Kent has increased for the seventh consecutive month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/unemployment-kents-seventh-straight-rise-183007/

Homeless woman charged after pensioner 'robbed'

A 25-year-old woman has been charged with robbery after cash was allegedly stolen from a pensioner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/homeless-woman-charged-after-pensioner-robbed-183005/

No date for new Eurostar trains

Rail chiefs are still trying to sort technical problems that have halted new Eurostar trains from stopping at a station despite a £10m upgrade.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/no-date-for-new-eurostar-trains-183003/

Top floor fire in block of flats

Four crews have fought a blaze in a four-storey building.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/top-floor-fire-in-block-of-flats-183000/

Police chase after cashpoint theft

A village supermarket has been left in tatters after it was ram raided in a cash machine burglary.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/police-chase-after-cashpoint-theft-183001/

Turntable ladder deployed to fight fire in block of flats

Four crews have fought a blaze in a four-storey building

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/turntable-ladder-deployed-to-fight-fire-in-block-of-flats-183000/

Appeal after biker is left with serious injuries following crash

Police want to hear from witnesses after a collision which led to a motorcyclist being air-lifted to hospital.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/appeal-after-biker-is-left-with-serious-injuries-following-crash-182998/

Beast from the East costs taxpayers £1.1 million

More than 5,000 tonnes of salt was used as authorities attempted to clear the roads during a blast of wintry weather.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/beast-from-the-east-costs-taxpayers-1-1-million-182972/

Council officers slammed amid threat of 'silent killer'

A councillor is demanding asbestos be removed from all schools and council properties.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/council-officers-slammed-amid-threat-of-silent-killer-182980/

Husband and wife ran cannabis factory

A man and woman with teenage children have avoided jail despite 88 plants being found in their home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/husband-and-wife-ran-cannabis-factory-182974/

Children's dental health being 'put at risk'

Thousands of parents in Kent reportedly don't know the facts about their children's dental care.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/childrens-dental-health-being-put-at-risk-182989/