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Motorway closed in both directions after crash #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukM2 in Kent closed in both directions near Maidstone after crashThe M2 in Kent is closed near Maidstone after a crash near Medway Services.
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Family of couple held in Iran meet with Ed Miliband #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukFamily of East Sussex couple held in Iran meet Ed MilibandThe family of Lindsay and Craig Foreman, from East Sussex, met the foreign secretary on Tuesday.
Railway line closes for five days after landslip #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukRedhill to Tonbridge line shut for landslip work for five daysThe line between Redhill and Tonbridge is closed until 1 November for repair works.
M25 at 40: Keeping UK's busiest motorway moving #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukM25 turning 40: Keeping Britain's busiest motorway movingHighway workers recall some of the unexpected incidents they have encountered over the years.
Harry Kane's former Millwall team mate 'so pleased' #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukHarry Kane's former team mate Alan Dunne 'so pleased for him'Tonbridge Angels manager Alan Dunne played with Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane at Millwall in 2012.
Boy injured in police car and e-bike crash #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukBoy injured in Tonbridge e-bike crash with Kent Police car - forceKent Police says it has referred itself to the IOPC after the crash in Lodge Oak Lane on Monday.
Ex-homeless man backs Burnham rough sleeping pledge #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukKent man welcomes Andy Burnham's rough sleeping pledgeRough sleeping is a central part of Andy Burnham's early pledges as Prime Minister.
Ex-homeless man backs Burnham rough sleeping pledge #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukKent man welcomes Andy Burnham's rough sleeping pledgeRough sleeping is a central part of Andy Burnham's early pledges as Prime Minister.
Woman on chemotherapy ineligible for cancer drug #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukKent woman ineligible for cancer drug after chemotherapy roundsLaura Stanford is told she cannot have Enhertu as she is on her third round of chemotherapy.
Autism and ADHD costs surge amid increased demand #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukKent NHS autism and ADHD spend rises to £29m amid growing demandDemand for assessments and treatment continues to grow across Kent and Medway, an NHS board hears.
Flood warnings and water shortages after storm #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukFlood warnings and water shortages for Kent and Sussex High tides will impact Bosham and West Itchenor, while water supplies in Benenden are affected.
Arcades and bingo halls raise duty concerns #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukKent arcades and bingo halls raise duty concerns ahead of BudgetOne bingo club chain in Medway says a 5% tax rise could put two in five of their clubs at a loss.
Thousands without power after Storm Boelo #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukThousands without power across South East after Storm BoeloUK Power Networks says there are "a number of localised power cuts" affecting the South East.
Five people taken to hospital following flat fire #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukEbbsfleet flat fire injures eight as homes evacuatedTwo people suffered serious burns in the Ebbsfleet fire on Friday night, the fire service says.
All-day free parking offered for Christmas event #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukTunbridge Wells Christmas event to offer free, all-day parkingThere will be free parking at seven Tunbridge Wells car parks for the festive event on 14 November.
Tree falls on RSPCA facility during Storm Austen #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukTree falls on Canterbury RSPCA facility during Storm AustenRSPCA Canterbury and District Animal Centre is looking to rehome its small animals with 'urgency'.
Nine-day rail closure begins for track upgrades #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukTonbridge-Wadhurst rail closure begins for nine days for upgradesThe line between Tonbridge and Wadhurst is closed until 1 November, so upgrades can take place.
Storm Austen causes disruption in South East #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukStorm Austen brings travel disruption across South EastRoads, railways, ferries and flights are all being impacted across the region.
Meningitis survivor left with open wounds for three years #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukMeningitis survivor left with open wounds for three yearsEast Kent Hospitals NHS Trust said it was committed to providing the victim with ongoing support.
Motorway van fire leads to warnings of delays #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukKent M26 motorway van fire leads to warnings of delaysDiversions are in place after the van fire on the M26 in Kent, near the M25 junction.
M25 crackdown targets vehicle-related crime #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukM25 vehicle crime targeted by Surrey and Kent police and agenciesPolice stop vehicles at Clacket Lane service station, checking for vehicle-enabled crime.
Historic Kent castle goes up for sale for £5m #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukAllington Castle, near Maidstone, put on market for £5mKing Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn are said to have dined in the castle's Great Hall.
Man who raped two teenagers jailed for 17 years #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukSittingbourne man who raped two teenage girls jailed for 17 yearsKieren Chadwick-Tattersall targeted the girls between June and September 2024, Kent Police said.
Evacuated flat residents will not be home for Christmas #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukEvacuated Miller Heights residents will not get home this yearAn additional flood at Miller Heights has damaged new electrical equipment, residents are told.
Hospice care eases pressure on families, mum says #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukKent mother backs hospice support after charity care for her sonKatherine, from Tunbridge Wells, says care for her son Kit is "incredibly important" for her family.
Jury sworn in for teenage girl rape trial #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukJury sworn in for Gravesend teenage girl rape trialTwo men and four boys have been charged in connection with the alleged rape earlier this year.
Masts from explosives-packed ship taken to museum #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukMasts from SS Richard Montgomery taken to Chatham dockyardRemoving the poles has reduced the risk of them toppling on to the bombs, a junior minister says.
Woman still hoping to find pendant lost in fire #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukDartford woman hoping to find pendant lost in hotel fireLeona McMullen says a sentimental pendant lost in the fire in Folkestone has not been returned.
Pupils report bullying and abuse on journeys to school #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukTunbridge Wells pupils report bullying and abuse on journeys to schoolMore than 200 pupils report behaviour that makes them feel unsafe on journeys to and from school.
First driver wins appeal in A20 speeding dispute #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukKent driver becomes first to win appeal in A20 speeding disputeJohn Abbott had his speeding fine quashed over rogue signage on the A20 near Sidcup.
Dispersal order brought in after eight arrests #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukChatham and Rochester dispersal order brought in after arrestsThe arrests follow a disturbance involving a large number of young people in Chatham.
Munch print found at estate set for auction #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukEdvard Munch print found at Kent estate to be auctioned in LondonA print by artist Edvard Munch has emerged from a Kent family collection after more than 50 years.
Castle set for dazzling display of new daffodil type #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukHever Castle prepares for dazzling display of new daffodil varietyThe daffodil variety is being planted at Hever Castle in Kent, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn.
Murder suspect released under investigation #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukMan released as Kent Police inquires continue into Broadstairs deathA 61-year-old is released after being held on suspicion of murder following a death in Broadstairs.
Cyclist backs CPR campaign after having life saved #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukCyclist backs CPR campaign after having life saved in KentCraig Ormiston is supporting a push to train more people to learn CPR to potentially save a life.
Man guilty of killing teen in robbery attempt #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukLondon man guilty of mudering Chatham man in attempted robberyMusa Salih, 19, is due to be sentenced for the Chatham murder in November.
Stolen rural equipment worth £120k seized by police #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukStolen rural equipment worth £120,000 seized in KentCars, vans, caravans and a horse box are among vehicles seized in Kent during the operation.
Driver dies after car crashes into building #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukDriver dies after car crashes into Hythe high street buildingKent Police say the driver of the car, a man in his 60s, died at the scene in Hythe High Street.
Danny Dyer in floating poo water protest on Thames #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukDanny Dyer sails River Thames with poo sculpture in water protestAlong with the Sittingbourne and Sheppey MP, Dyer is calling for water companies to be nationalised.
Broadband fears after fibre works stop in village #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukHunton broadband fears after fibre works stop in villagePeople in the Kent village of Hunton say they have been left without answers after fibre works stop.
Watch: Palestine Action factory break-in captured on bodycam #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukWatch: Palestine Action supporters break into Israel-linked factory, court hearsNine defendants at the Old Bailey deny criminal damage, burglary with intent and violent disorder.
Team to oversee South East Water improvement plans #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukOfwat appoints team to oversee South East Water improvementsAn independent monitor will track South East Water's progress after Ofwat found repeated failures.
Return of international trains to Ashford 'looked into' #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukReturn of international trains to Ashford to be 'looked into' by governmentThe Prime Minister says his government would explore restoring services to the Kent hub.
Protest as farmland housing plans go to inquiry #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukProtest as Meopham farmland housing plans go to inquiryAn inquiry into house-building in Meopham begins amid concerns about developing agricultural land.
Carer's plea to 'get on with' social care reform #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukCarer's plea to Andy Burnham 'get on with' social care reformPaul Kemp from Rochester cares for his wife Sandra after her diagnosis with early onset Alzheimer's.
Intruders sprayed guard with extinguisher, court hears #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukPalestine Action activists attacked guard in factory break in, court hearsA security guard tells a court he was attacked as intruders entered the Instro Precision factory.
Man's parcel complaints trigger Evri investigation #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukFolkestone man's parcel complaints trigger Evri investigationAleksej Zemlanojs says he kept CCTV footage, tracking information and correspondence as evidence.
Schools report early impact of smartphone ban #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukKent and Sussex schools see impact from student smartphone banSchools are seeing students more engaged and calm, and with more focus, research shows.
'Easier to get Glasto tickets than farm funding' #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.uk'Easier to get Glastonbury tickets than farm funding'George Holdstock says applying for the Sustainable Farming Incentive felt "like a lottery".
Northern Lights stun UK down to England's south coast #Kent #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukNorthern Lights: Aurora stun UK down to England's south coastThe natural phenomenon, known as the Aurora Borealis, is the result of increased solar activity.