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Prolific shoplifter stole to ‘feed controlling partner’s greed’
A prolific thief has been jailed after stealing booze and other goods for her partner, who her lawyer claimed in court made her shoplift.
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Diversions to be put in place for 22 days to allow vital railway upgrades
Passengers who commute to London are being warned of diversions to allow the replacement of nearly two kilometres of 36-year-old track.
‘We’ll stick with the tip’: Anger over hike in garden waste fees in Kent
Frustrated residents say they are planning to “stick with the tip” after all but two Kent councils hiked the price of their garden waste service.
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‘For a little school, it’s quite exceptional’: Kent independent named ‘top in UK’
The headmistress of an independent school has said she is “incredibly proud” after winning a national accolade.
‘Landmark’ victory for villagers as plans for hundreds of homes refused
Villagers are celebrating after two plans for hundreds of homes were refused on the basis they would cause harm to the green belt.
‘I did not want to end like this’: Independent boutique closes shop after 30 years
The owner of a ladies’ clothes shop has vowed to trade on despite being forced to hand back the keys to her shop over spiralling rent increases.
‘It was 8am and the bloke next to me was having a steady start to the day, he downed six pints of Carlsberg, then moved on’
Secret Drinker heads to a Wetherspoon to try out the beer and breakfast deal.
Prosecution witness denies lying to police about fatal stabbing to ‘improve’ his immigration status
A key prosecution witness in a murder trial has denied lying to police about the fatal stabbing to bolster his chances of remaining in the UK
Cyclist hurt in rush-hour crash
A cyclist has been hurt in a crash on a busy A-road this morning.
Kent NHS pay rate cut shock: ‘I know we’re treated badly but this just makes me sick’
Frontline staff say they feel “angry, undervalued, and disrespected” after sweeping cuts to temporary NHS pay rates across Kent.
‘The place was empty - but for the price alone it deserves far more attention’
Our reviewer tried a Turkish smokehouse and despite the empty tables, found delicious food, generous portions and staff that couldn’t be faulted.
Water facilities reopened at hospital after ‘major incident’ – but patients told not to drink water
A hospital which has dealt with a water safety incident for two weeks says the taps and showers can now be used for washing after testing.
Update on flagship riverside development after construction firm ceases trading
Work to complete a major redevelopment project is not expected to be hugely disrupted after a construction firm ceased trading.
‘We’re young and don’t drink — but our pub is going to thrive’
Two of Kent’s youngest landlords have taken over a historic hostelry as they set out their “new age” vision to revamp and make a success of it.
Search for missing teen last seen at Bluewater over
Police have said a missing 15-year-old girl has been found “safe and well”.
Investigation into indecent exposure after ‘man seen acting inappropriately’
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward as part of an investigation into an alleged indecent exposure in a street.
Charity to close shops in seven Kent towns to cut costs
A UK charity is to close almost 200 stores as part of cost-cutting measures - including seven in Kent.
Kent shoppers 'sad' following closure of 7 branches of 'one of best' charity shops
The charity has served Kent high streets for decades
Water notice remains at hospital while wait continues for test results
A hospital block is still unable to use water nearly two weeks after a fault in the heating system was discovered.
Plans to split convenience store into two units drawn up
The latest planning applications for Gravesham council include shop alterations and new home designs.