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Arrests as migrant boat reaches UK unintercepted

Five people have been detained and an investigation launched, the Home Office says.

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HMRC 4 changes outlined in new September Treasury update on 'delays'

The Treasury has issued a statement on the changes HMRC is making to improve services for UK taxpayers

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A21, A2, M2, M20 and Dartford Crossing overnight closures to avoid this week

Works will impact travel near Tunbridge Wells, Dover and Dartford

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Man, 38, and woman, 21, arrested in connection with Folkestone hotel fire

Investigations into the cause of the blaze are ongoing

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Kent Police say a man and a woman have been arrested following the fire.

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Way off target! Player goes to wrong Ashford for FA Cup

Leatherhead FC says forward Marcel Barrington went to Ashford in Kent instead of Ashford in Surrey.

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'Heartbreaking' Kent crime drama Netflix fans are urging you 'don't ignore'

Netflix viewers have warned this film will make you feel “extremely uncomfortable”.

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Sadness as Kent artisanal pizza restaurant announces closure

Bosses said: “there comes a point where determination alone isn't enough to make the numbers work”

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Students swap lessons for workshops in resilience and self-belief

The interactive workshops encouraged students to practice techniques that can influence how they feel, behave and respond

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Popular coffee shop and restaurant on The Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells announces closure with 'heavy heart'

It was an extremely popular cafe and restaurant in Tunbridge Wells but the owner has announced the last trading day

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Fire at Folkestone hotel treated as suspicious

A fire at Folkestone's Grand Burstin Hotel led to 300 evacuations and is being treated as suspicious.

Emergency services responded to a fire at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone, evacuating 300 people. The cause is being treated as suspicious and an investigation has been launched. Safety inspectors' concerns have also led to nearby residents being relocated.

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Kent M2 live traffic updates as multi-vehicle crash blocks motorway near services - recap

Emergency responders were called to the scene

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Map shows the most expensive places to rent in Kent and the cheapest

Folkestone and Hythe recorded the biggest annual rent rise in the county

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Teen receives award for helping disabled children

George, 15, who has a rare genetic condition, is set to be honoured with a national award.

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School robotics team aims to inspire next generation

The group from Folkestone is set to compete at the First Global Challenge in South Korea.

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Danny Dyer among celebrities at water industry protest

Activists are calling for the water industry to be returned to public ownership.

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Death notices and funeral announcements from Kent this week

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

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'Dangerous' rapist who groomed teenage boys in Kent jailed for almost 10 years

He was also added to the sex offenders' register for life

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The forgotten sea tragedy which killed hundreds

In 1873, passengers of the Northfleet died after it was hit by a steamer off the coast of Dungeness.

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Controversial plan for 125 homes in Tunbridge Wells approved amid road safety concerns

The area's water supply was also addressed during the meeting by a senior council planning officer

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Kent's perfect autumnal walk through 'Britain's only desert'

This spectacular autumnal walking route in Kent goes through shingle beaches