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Emergency response after crash blocks road
A road is partially blocked in both directions following a crash, with police, paramedics and the fire service at the scene.
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Poppies allowed on taxis again after backlash causes council U-turn
A council has temporarily changed its taxi licensing policy to allow poppies and ‘Lest We Forget’ stickers after a row sparked abuse and threats.
Police manhunt underway after alleged road rage incident
Police have released an image of a man who may have important information after a driver allegedly threatened another motorist during a confrontation.
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Shame of ex-copper who sent ‘grotesque’ messages to ‘teenager’
A pub landlord has been sentenced for trying to solicit sexual images from a person he believed to be a 13-year-old girl.
Home shut after antisocial behaviour and suspected drug dealing
Police have extended a three-month closure order on a house, allowing the local authority additional time to take possession of the property.
Shop granted late-night alcohol licence despite anti-social behaviour fears
A new convenience store has been granted permission to sell alcohol until 11pm, despite complaints about street drinking in the area.
Masterchef finalist unveils plans for new restaurant
A MasterChef finalist preparing to open a town centre restaurant hopes his new venture will “add momentum to the regeneration” of the area.
Historic town hall brought back to life after £3m revamp
A historic town hall and wedding venue has reopened after two years and a £3 million renovation project.
‘Fundamental question’ over water supply as 5,000-home scheme moves forward
A council’s plans to build 5,000-homes have come under fire after residents claimed early documents failed to adequately address key issues.
‘Losing our world-renowned city status is unthinkable’
Fears that Canterbury could lose its historic and world-renowned city status in the local government shake-up have been branded “unthinkable”.
Long delays as section of M25 closed due to vehicle fire
Motorists are facing long delays after a stretch of the M25 shut while emergency crews tackle a vehicle fire.
Two-storey school building and Traveller site among latest planning bids
Plans for a two-storey classroom building at a school and a Traveller site are among the latest applications submitted to Maidstone council.
Plans submitted for temporary bar at Dyers’ holiday park
Danny and Dani Dyer want to set up an outside container temporary bar for filming the second series of their holiday park show.
Nominations open for awards recognising people showing courage and commitment to their community
Nominations are now open for the 2027 Pride in Medway Awards as the annual celebration of the area’s community heroes marks its 25th anniversary.
‘It’s heartbreaking to think someone could do that’: XL Bully tied up without food or water
A frightened dog was left tied to a barrier for more than 24 hours without food, water or shade.
Man in 30s dies at shopping centre
Emergency crews were dispatched to a petrol station after a medical incident but a man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Man charged after 15-mile van chase leaves police officer injured
A 33-year-old man has been charged after a stolen van was involved in a 15-mile police chase which left a police officer injured.
Driver reached speeds of 137mph before crash which killed teenager
A 25-year-old motorist has been told to expect a long prison term after he admitted causing death by dangerous driving.
Missing teen believed to have travelled to London to meet man
A search is underway for a 14-year-old girl who is believed to have travelled to the capital.
Man arrested after 15-mile police chase leaves officer injured
A 33-year-old man is in custody after a stolen van was involved in a 15-mile police chase.