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Loving nan hit by car while going to shop for ice cream, dies

A loving nan who was hit by a car while going to Tesco for ice cream has tragically died six weeks later.

The amusements pioneer who brought fun to generations across Kent

A “true pioneer” of the UK amusement machine industry who built one of Kent’s best-known businesses has died.

Child rapist given lengthy prison sentence for ‘depraved’ abuse

A child rapist has been jailed for 19 years for a campaign of abuse carried out over many years.

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OAP died 10 months after being knocked down by drug-taking Audi driver

A “fit and healthy” man died as a result of injuries sustained when he was hit by an Audi a year before his death, an inquest has heard.

Kent actress ‘shocked’ after taking crown at UK theatre awards

A Kent actress has been crowned in awards celebrating Britain’s young theatre talent - and hailed the arts scene in her hometown for inspiring her.

New tribute festival likened to Kent’s own Glastonbury coming in 2026

A new weekend-long music event featuring rock, pop, soul and dance hits is coming to Kent next year - and has already been nicknamed “Glaston Thanet”.

Picture shows police and fire crews at crash scene on A-road

Police and fire crews were called to a crash, which caused delays on a busy route.

Hospital café screened off again as government steps in to help crisis-hit trust

The government has stepped in to support East Kent’s crisis-hit hospitals amid mounting concern over bed-blocking and unsafe levels of corridor care.

‘If they don’t offer real help, there’ll be a tsunami of pub closures’

Pub bosses in the county say government reform to alcohol licensing fails to address the core pressures threatening their futures.

Unidentified man found ‘completely undressed’ on beach

The identity of a man found dead and “completely undressed” on a beach remains unknown, an inquest has heard.

Police release new footage in crackdown on Kent drivers using phones

Police have launched a fresh crackdown on motorists caught using mobile phones behind the wheel.

‘She wanted her story to be her legacy’ - author’s carnival tale honours Windrush roots

KentOnline’s Melissa Todd met author Laurina Moody to talk legacy, carnival, and the stories that keep communities together…

Police ‘very concerned’ for woman missing for almost a month

Police looking for a missing 59-year-old have released CCTV footage of her at a coffee shop, as the search for her continues.

Man in 20s taken to hospital after being hit by car

A man in his 20s has been taken to hospital after he was hit by a car.

‘Our bay is unique - we mustn’t let it become developed and monetised’

Concerns have been raised that a planned new cafe could “destroy” a unique corner of the Kent coast by removing “essential parking”.

How paperwork blunder has forced £5,000 re-election of entire council

The resignation of a parish councillor and a paperwork blunder is set to cost taxpayers almost £4,500.

‘Cold and calculating’ jewellery robber tackled by have-a-go hero

A “cold and calculating” robber who was tackled by a have-a-go hero has now been jailed - more than two years later.

US fast food chain’s first-ever European restaurant opening in Kent this month

The opening date has been announced for a massive American fast food chain’s first European venture.

‘It would help me grieve’: Mum’s bid to bury son, 4, in own garden

A devastated mum who lost her four-year-old son in a bus tragedy hopes to raise enough money to buy her own home so she can bury him in the garden.

‘There’s nothing like it’: Groundbreaking new academy to launch in Kent

A groundbreaking new academy offering “the best facilities in the country” for budding scientists is set to launch next year, KentOnline can reveal.

‘My mum’s brilliant hospice care inspired me to work here’

A young nurse inspired by the compassion shown to her family has joined the same hospice team which once cared for her mum.

Where to watch fireworks light up Kent’s skies this November

Find the best Bonfire Night events across Kent, with fireworks, funfairs, food and family entertainment.

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‘How has it taken me 27 years to find this pub?’

It may be a stone’s throw from one of the busiest roads in the country, but was this pub just as chaotic?

Licence to Thrill: James Bond concert to pay homage to film’s biggest hits

A 13-piece live band will perform music from action-packed films such as Skyfall and Goldfinger.

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Loving nan hit by car while going to shop for ice cream, dies

The amusements pioneer who brought fun to generations across Kent

Child rapist given lengthy prison sentence for ‘depraved’ abuse

OAP died 10 months after being knocked down by drug-taking Audi driver

Kent actress ‘shocked’ after taking crown at UK theatre awards

New tribute festival likened to Kent’s own Glastonbury coming in 2026

Picture shows police and fire crews at crash scene on A-road

Hospital café screened off again as government steps in to help crisis-hit trust

‘If they don’t offer real help, there’ll be a tsunami of pub closures’

Unidentified man found ‘completely undressed’ on beach

Police release new footage in crackdown on Kent drivers using phones

‘She wanted her story to be her legacy’ - author’s carnival tale honours Windrush roots

Police ‘very concerned’ for woman missing for almost a month

Man in 20s taken to hospital after being hit by car

‘Our bay is unique - we mustn’t let it become developed and monetised’

How paperwork blunder has forced £5,000 re-election of entire council

‘Cold and calculating’ jewellery robber tackled by have-a-go hero

US fast food chain’s first-ever European restaurant opening in Kent this month

‘It would help me grieve’: Mum’s bid to bury son, 4, in own garden

‘There’s nothing like it’: Groundbreaking new academy to launch in Kent

‘My mum’s brilliant hospice care inspired me to work here’

Where to watch fireworks light up Kent’s skies this November

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‘Love you forever’: Tributes left at railway bridge after man’s death

Council worker stole almost £500k in fake housing benefit claims which she ‘blew’ on online slots

The Kent golf course crowned the best in England

'It's a silent killer - no one thinks it will happen to them'

Sneak peek behind the scenes at major town housing project

Low turnout for MP’s Op Brock protest rally

Council meeting stopped half way through after deputy mayor taken ill

Council leader to ‘consider future’ after losing vote of confidence

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‘How has it taken me 27 years to find this pub?’

‘How has it taken me 27 years to find this pub?’

Licence to Thrill: James Bond concert to pay homage to film’s biggest hits

Licence to Thrill: James Bond concert to pay homage to film’s biggest hits

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Rams pay tribute to much-loved Ronnie

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