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Pensioner in critical condition after multi-vehicle smash

A pensioner has been left in a critical condition after a multi-vehicle smash blocked a town centre route.

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Arrests following reports of trespassers on railway line

Two people have been arrested after reports of trespassers on a railway line, with trains temporarily halted.

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Woman in critical condition in hospital after serious crash in Folkestone

Officers are urging witnesses to come forward

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Duo arrested during ‘aggravated burglary’ in high street

Two men have been arrested following reports of an aggravated burglary on a high street.

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‘It was meant to be - we’re looking right over where she lived’

A mum-of-two launched her new business after discovering the perfect place to remember one of her closest friends.

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‘We still have hope': Will beauty spot eyesore ever become luxury flats?

The developers behind a long-stalled block of luxury flats insist the project is on the verge of a full refinancing deal.

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Know an amazing volunteer? Nominate them for the Kent Charity Awards

Help shine a spotlight on Kent’s charity heroes by sending in your nominations for this year’s awards.

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Main route blocked after multi-vehicle smash

Traffic is building on a busy street after a multi-vehicle crash.

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UK’s largest beach sauna to open this month

Bookings are now open for the new custom-built sauna, which also includes a cold plunge tank, hot tubs and a Japanese cafe.

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'She's trapped in her own body, but she has a wicked sense of humour'

A mum has given an insight into her daughter’s life, who is left locked in her body due to a “devastating” rare condition.

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‘It growled then pounced’: Teen spared jail over horror XL bully attack on baby

The teenage owner of an XL bully that savaged a baby so badly the infant suffered two skull fractures and brain haemorrhages has been spared prison.

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Craic-ing good ways to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Kent

Here’s where you can find Irish music, dancing, and food and drink for St Paddy’s Day this year.

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The Folkestone two-bed flat being auctioned for £95,000 that offers stunning sea views

The current tenant plans to vacate the property on March 27

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Dover thieves who punched victim in 'frightening and unprovoked attack' jailed

They stole bank cards before assaulting and threatening the victim

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Asbestos-ridden eyesore next to Aldi to be demolished amid estate expansion plans

An asbestos-ridden “unusable eyesore” next to an Aldi supermarket will be demolished after plans to redesign an industrial estate were approved.

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Hit BBC series shot along the Kent coast returns this weekend

Eagle-eyed viewers may recognise some familiar stretches of the Kent coastline when the third series of a hit BBC drama returns to our screens.

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The Kent road which has seen almost £1m raised in traffic fines

The roads in Kent making the most money for each council from penalty charge notices have been revealed, with one raking in nearly £1 million.

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‘He was a kind soul who loved swede’: Keepers pay tribute after giraffe death

Keepers have paid tribute a giraffe following his death at a Kent animal park.

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Mums go free at wildlife park for Mother’s Day

One of Kent’s top animal attractions is offering free tickets for parents over the Mother’s Day weekend.

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Four year prison sentence for dealer who threw drugs from moving car on M20

Officers found cocaine and heroine at his home