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Attack victim feared friend had died on side of A2 after axe blow

One of two men bludgeoned with an axe at the side of the A2 has told a jury he feared his friend had died in the early morning attack.

Road turns to fountain as contractor hits pipe during Levelling Up works

A road was turned into a fountain after contractors “nicked” a water pipe.

Youths on quad bikes tear up parks amid ‘deeply concerning’ vandalism

A spate of fires and vandalism has left a community “deeply concerned” after a string of incidents caused significant damage to parks.

Villagers dread 'Lego-style' new-builds as mini-estate plans revealed

Worried residents have warned “Lego-style” modern houses could spoil their village’s rural character after plans were lodged for 21 homes.

Family thrilled as conviction of late Kent sub-postmistress finally sent to appeal court

A Kent sub-postmistress who died a convicted criminal is one step closer to having her name cleared after her case was sent to the Court of Appeal.

‘We’ll fight them all the way!’ Villagers defiant as uni presses ahead with 2,000-home estate

University of Kent bosses have reignited fury by pushing ahead with plans for a huge 2,000-home estate on nearby countryside.

Halloween adventures for under a fiver this half-term

Families on a budget can enjoy outdoor trails, autumnal crafts, scary films and more, all for less than £5.

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

The sister of a much-loved young man who died from carbon monoxide poisoning wants to warn others about the “silent killer”.

Inspectors reveal ‘serious failings’ in how council manages its 5,000 homes

Inspectors from the government’s social housing regulator have uncovered “serious failings” in how a council manages its homes.

Axe-attack on side of A2 was like ‘chaotic movie scene’, jury told

A violent axe and cricket bat attack on two men as they drove along the A2 had its background in human trafficking, a jury has heard.

Police agree payout to pro-Palestine activist after roundabout protest

Police have apologised and agreed compensation with a pro-Palestine protestor after officers wrongly threatened her with arrest at a demonstration.

Trio of major brands reveal Kent shopping centre grand opening dates

A shopping centre’s three highly anticipated new arrivals have confirmed opening dates ahead of the Christmas rush.

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.

The woman who helped transform one of Kent’s most notorious council estates

When Paula Spencer arrived at one of Kent’s most troubled estates 25 years ago, she knew she had a challenge on her hands, as KentOnline reports.

Bakery to transform into pizza and fried chicken shop in latest planning bids

Plans in a Kent district include a hot food takeaway and a stable converted for holiday rentals.

Woman dies after collapsing outside cinema

A woman died after collapsing outside a cinema, the ambulance service confirmed today.

Arrests after ‘stolen’ Mercedes involved in two police chases

A suspected stolen Mercedes, which got away from police in a chase, was involved in a second pursuit by officers when it was spotted again.

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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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Attack victim feared friend had died on side of A2 after axe blow

Road turns to fountain as contractor hits pipe during Levelling Up works

Youths on quad bikes tear up parks amid ‘deeply concerning’ vandalism

Villagers dread 'Lego-style' new-builds as mini-estate plans revealed

Family thrilled as conviction of late Kent sub-postmistress finally sent to appeal court

‘We’ll fight them all the way!’ Villagers defiant as uni presses ahead with 2,000-home estate

Halloween adventures for under a fiver this half-term

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

Inspectors reveal ‘serious failings’ in how council manages its 5,000 homes

Axe-attack on side of A2 was like ‘chaotic movie scene’, jury told

Police agree payout to pro-Palestine activist after roundabout protest

Trio of major brands reveal Kent shopping centre grand opening dates

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’

The woman who helped transform one of Kent’s most notorious council estates

Bakery to transform into pizza and fried chicken shop in latest planning bids

Woman dies after collapsing outside cinema

Arrests after ‘stolen’ Mercedes involved in two police chases

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