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Man seriously injured after crash near supermarket
A man has been taken to a London hospital with serious injuries after a crash near a supermarket.
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Drivers facing delays on A2 after crash
Drivers are facing delays on a major A-road following a crash this afternoon.
Rusty-spotted cat adored for his ‘sassy’ personality, dies aged 15
Keepers at a Kent animal park have paid tribute to a cat known for his “sass” and “fearless personality” following his death.
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Police appeal after boy, 9, airlifted to hospital following serious crash
Police have launched an appeal after a serious collision left a nine-year-old boy needing to be airlifted to hospital.
‘End of an era’ as coffee shop’s closure will ‘leave hole in village’
Villagers have expressed their sadness after the ‘devastated’ owner of a popular cafe announced it will close.
‘If only she knew what she’s done’: Dog who’s saved up to 140 other pets retires
A life-saving dog believed to be the highest canine blood donor in the county is retiring from duty having donated a mammoth 35 times.
Fire crews tackle blaze above piercing business
Video footage has captured the moment a fire engulfed the top floor of a body piercing business overnight.
‘It’s not a holiday camp’: Anger as jailed domestic abuser posts rap video filmed in prison cell
A violent thug jailed for domestic abuse has been accused of "making a mockery" of the prison system after filming a rap video behind bars.
Head teacher, Coastguard officer and England footballer among Kent people recognised in King’s Birthday honours
An HM Coastguard officer who has dedicated three decades to keeping lives safe at sea is among several people from Kent named in today’s honours list.
Man, 88, dies after suffering serious injuries in crash
A man in his 80s has died after a crash involving another vehicle.
One person hurt in early-morning house blaze
Four engines have been sent to fight a house fire this morning.
'This town will end up dying if there is nowhere to park - it’s a huge problem’
Residents have warned their town could “end up dying” if vital spaces are cut from one of its biggest car parks.
‘For 25 years people have had to walk through a river to get to our house’
Residents are calling on the council to fix a drainage problem which leaves them worried their homes will flood every time it rains.
Cinema demolition to start 'any day now’ after devastating fire
Demolition work on a former cinema destroyed by a suspected arson attack is expected to start “any day now”.
‘Pistachio martinis and seaweed cocktails - there’s not a Bacardi Breezer in sight at this student bar’
Our reviewer thought she’d take a trip down memory lane to a bar popular with students, but this was a million miles away from her university days.
Plan the perfect Father's Day day out. From top attractions to adrenaline-inducing activities
Ten of the best ways to spoil the aul’ fella across the county next Sunday.
‘They were great - but don’t get any ideas about reviving them’
Striking historical images of stunning seaside pool complexes should not inspire their return, our columnist believes.
Banks, beer and Buzz Lightyear! Can you beat the question master in our online pub quiz?
Get your brain in gear with our general knowledge weekend challenge - the Sheps’ Saturday Social.
Dad, daughter and son avoid jail after attack outside pub
Three family members have avoided being sent straight to prison after “inexcusable” violence outside a town centre pub.
‘It’s quite alarming’: Fears well-used bus services to Bluewater and hospital could be cut
Several bus routes serving Bluewater and a hospital could be reduced or cut due to an increased “bus tax” charge.