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Hospital trusts form county’s first group after unpopular merger ‘ruled out’
Two NHS hospital trusts which share the same top boss have ruled out merging the two organisations together into a new trust.
Tributes paid to ‘devoted’ community servant and grandad
The family of an 84-year-old community stalwart who represented his town for more than 30 years have paid tribute following his death.
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Rail services resume after blockage from broken down train
Some rail services are being diverted and others are blocked after a fault on a train this morning.
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash with car
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital with injuries after a crash with a car.
Proposals for almost 70 new homes back before council planners
A reconsultation on plans to build 68 homes and commercial units is ongoing.
Health alert issued as Kent set for cold snap
A cold-weather health alert has been issued for Kent as temperatures are forecast to drop to freezing later in the week.
Woman taken to hospital after crash
A road closed briefly while emergency crews responded to a crash between two vehicles, in which, a woman was taken to hospital.
Fire crews battle shed blaze that spreads to home
A shed which caught alight before spreading to the side of a house, where it damaged a first-floor window and roof, is believed to be accidental.
‘We’ve got our hard hats on’: Kent businesses fear the worst from Budget
To say there is some trepidation among Kent’s business community over the upcoming Budget is an understatement. We look at what it could contain.
Shoppers have first look at department store’s multi-million-pound revamp
A department store in a shopping centre has unveiled its new look following a major refurbishment.
Market to close after operator steps down
A market is to close after the operators pulled out due to running costs hitting “record levels”.
Heart-warming moment ice cream van delivers ‘sweet surprise’ to ill grandad
A family-owned ice cream van has been praised for going the extra mile and helping a hospice patient share a “precious gift” with their own family.
‘Getaway driver? He didn’t even know there had been a robbery!’
A couple who run a law practice have recalled one of their first cases - helping an unwitting getaway driver clear his name after a robbery.
‘This is what it needs’: Plans for derelict hotel off A2 unanimously approved
Plans to turn a hotel, which has sat empty for nearly two decades, into a petrol station and M&S food store have been given the green light.
Former Kent school student recognised by King for leading Sarah Everard investigation
A former Kent school pupil who led the investigation into the murder of Sarah Everard has received The King’s Police Medal.
First of 60 ‘life-sized’ bear sculptures revealed
The first artist behind a new bear art trail inspired by a beloved children’s story has been revealed.
'Heavy and prolonged' rain to hit Kent as Met Office issues 24-hour weather warning
There is also a chance of power cuts
Forecasters issue warning as ‘prolonged and heavy rain’ set to batter Kent
Forecasters warn “prolonged and heavy” rain could lead to flooding and disruption in Kent later this week.
Woman denies murder of delivery driver
A woman accused of involvement in the killing of a delivery driver has pleaded not guilty to murder.