Police seize cannabis plants from ‘strong smelling’ former charity building
Police remain at the scene of a suspected cannabis farm after being called to reports of suspicious activity at a former charity building.
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Harley bikers to ride out for vital medical service that operates ‘under the radar’
Harley Davidson bikers are getting revved up for a cruise around the county in aid of a vital but often “unnoticed” medical service.
Medway Rugby Club celebrates homegrown talent as England begin World Cup journey
Excitement is building at Medway RFC ahead of the start of the Women’s Rugby World Cup.
LIVE: GCSE results day for thousands of Kent pupils
Thousands of youngsters across Kent are waiting anxiously to discover their GCSE results today.
Women found guilty of running brothels across Kent
Three women who helped run several brothel sites around the county, and advertised services on the likes of Gumtree, have been convicted.
Fire crews called to ex-nursery site earmarked for large HMO
Firefighters brought a blaze under control in just 18 minutes after being called to a derelict building that has stood empty for years.
Rush hour delays after car hits telegraph pole
There are delays on a busy route after an accident this morning.
Riverside regeneration scheme recommended for approval on strict conditions
A proposal for 132 flats on a former shipyard could see a condition which claws back profit for council services if approved.
Three taken to hospital after teen ‘goes berserk and attacks staff’ at troubled ‘secure’ school
Police are investigating an incident at a school for young offenders after three female staff members were allegedly attacked by a teenage boy.
Cash-strapped university reveals next vice-chancellor after job cuts
A cash-strapped uni has appointed its next boss after the incumbent announced his retirement after having cut hundreds of jobs to save £20 million.
‘We can rival the French’: Meet the couple behind Kent’s newest ‘fort’ winery
A Victorian fort once considered a vital part of Britain’s defences has become the centrepiece for Kent’s newest vineyard.
Suspected drug dealers charged after ‘suspicious behaviour’
Three suspected drug dealers have been charged after police were alerted to suspicious behaviour.
‘It’s an easy way to make money - but is that the trade off for safety?’
Plans to expand a high street’s “no cars” rule have been praised by pedestrians as a “no brainer” but some businesses remain sceptical of its motive.
Woman accused of trying to kill neighbour to stand trial
A woman charged with attempted murder after her alleged victim suffered multiple knife wounds has appeared in court.
Top coffee chain to open inside supermarket
Costa Coffee is set to open inside a supermarket, and will be replacing an existing cafe at the site.
Dive into summer fun with a day at the lakes
We’re giving away a family ticket to Kent’s largest aqua park and a zip wire experience. Here’s how to enter.
Inquest opens into death of beach murder probe victim
An inquest has opened into the death of a 49-year-old man near a seaside resort which has seen three teenagers charged on suspicion of murder.
New homes, care home change and rugby club bid in latest planning applications
A council’s recent round-up of planning applications could see new homes, a rugby club change and the introduction of a HMO.
Family’s once-in-a-lifetime Disneyland trip ruined by ‘admin error’
A grandmother says she was left in tears outside the theme park after her tickets were wrongly cancelled following a supplier issue.
Person dies after emergency services called to shopping centre
A person has died after a large emergency response at a shopping centre.