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Old NatWest bank ‘will not be a mosque’ says new owner

Old NatWest bank ‘will not be a mosque’ says new owner

The new owner of a former bank has spoken about her plans for the building.

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Cannabis farm discovered near schools

Cannabis farm discovered near schools

Around 50 cannabis plants were discovered after reports of “drug-related activity” on a residential street next to two schools.

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Disabled pensioner: ‘I’m drowning in a sea of bin sacks’

Disabled pensioner: ‘I’m drowning in a sea of bin sacks’

A 95-year-old woman is angry her bins have not been collected in a month as the bags overflow into her drive.

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Petition calls for ‘ineffective’ bail hostel to be shut

Petition calls for ‘ineffective’ bail hostel to be shut

A petition calling for the closure of a probation hostel has attracted 500 signatures after the disclosure of failings by an undercover reporter.

‘I used to vote Tory - but I might spoil my ballot on July 4’

‘I used to vote Tory - but I might spoil my ballot on July 4’

The recently-formed Weald of Kent constituency is, on paper, the safest Conservative seat in Kent - but what do some voters really think?

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PC ‘feared for her life’ as suspect put her in chokehold

PC ‘feared for her life’ as suspect put her in chokehold

A PC who was attacked by a suspect has been praised for her extraordinary" bravery.

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‘We want to give Starbucks good competition’

‘We want to give Starbucks good competition’

An independent coffee shop chain which has moved into a former Costa is hoping to give Starbucks some healthy competition.

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Vehicle erupts into fireball on busy road

Vehicle erupts into fireball on busy road

A dramatic picture shows a vehicle engulfed by flames after erupting into a fireball this morning.

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Mice infestation and ‘horrendous stench’ at trampoline park

Mice infestation and ‘horrendous stench’ at trampoline park

A ‘widespread’ mice infestation and hotdogs stored on the floor were all discovered by hygiene inspectors at a popular trampoline park.

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Freedom of the Parish honour on 80th anniversary of Doodlebug tragedy

Freedom of the Parish honour on 80th anniversary of Doodlebug tragedy

On the 80th anniversary of the loss of 52 REME personnel in a Doodlebug blast, a village is to mark the occasion with a military parade and service.

Countdown to Shaun the Sheep family-friendly art trail

Countdown to Shaun the Sheep family-friendly art trail

More than fifty unique sculptures of Shaun the Sheep will appear at landmarks across a town centre later this month.

Sol’s Stones memories as new chapter looms

Sol’s Stones memories as new chapter looms

Sol Wanjau-Smith has spoken of his affection for Maidstone as he closes in on his next move.

Man ‘assaulted’ female driver during A249 road rage

Man ‘assaulted’ female driver during A249 road rage

Police are hunting a male driver who assaulted a woman in an alleged road rage attack.

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The Weald of Kent constituency and the candidates standing

The Weald of Kent constituency and the candidates standing

We profile the Weald of Kent constituency and the candidates vying for your vote on July 4.

‘I’ve been told I might never have children – but no-one seems to care’

‘I’ve been told I might never have children – but no-one seems to care’

A mum says her daughter was left in the dark following surgery after a cyst was found on her ovary.

Hugh Dennis opens new £640k museum gallery

Hugh Dennis opens new £640k museum gallery

Radio and TV presenter Hugh Dennis has opened a town’s newest attraction.

Familiar face back with Maidstone

Familiar face back with Maidstone

Charlie Seaman has rejoined Maidstone on a permanent deal after leaving Doncaster.

200 jobs could go as part of firm’s ‘new UK strategy’

200 jobs could go as part of firm’s ‘new UK strategy’

A multinational company may shut its Kent base after 100 years at the site.

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Stones hold Court as new deal signed

Stones hold Court as new deal signed

Midfielder Riley Court has signed a new deal with hometown club Maidstone.

England stick with Galligan

England stick with Galligan

West Malling’s Rosie Galligan has been awarded a full-time Red Roses contract for next season.

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