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‘It’s not safe’: Dozens of CCTV cameras out of action across borough
Dozens of CCTV cameras across a Kent borough are out of action - leaving key public areas without coverage.
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‘It’s quite trendy up north - I don’t see why we can’t do the same’
An ambitious business owner has opened his hometown’s only baked potato restaurant – his second food venture in seven months.
Fifth day of major Tunbridge Wells water issues as outage labelled 'potential public health crisis'
24,000 customers have been hit by major water issues in Tunbridge Wells
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Two Kent hospitals receive £29m for upgrades to tackle waiting times
Two Kent hospitals have received £29 million for upgrades to tackle waiting times and reduce admissions to overcrowded wards.
The mansion tax mapped - where are the £2million houses in Kent?
Hundreds of homes across Kent will likely be eligible for the new charge
Manager role lost at tourist attraction in order to save costs
The role of general manager at a leading Kent attraction has been axed amid rising costs and expansion plans.
Lorry driver appears in court after much-loved dad killed in crash
A lorry driver has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a much-loved dad-of-two was killed in a crash on the M20.
Kent water live updates as thousands remain without supply in Tunbridge Wells
Some customers have been without water for three days
More than £8k raised for family of ‘inspiring’ coach killed in crash
A football club have raised thousands of pounds to support the family of its a “loved” and “dearly missed” coach after his tragic death.
Photo released after woman followed by unknown man in Tunbridge Wells shopping centre
Police are investigating the “suspicious” incident
Popular hotel and wedding venue reopens amid £400k revamp
A popular hotel and wedding venue has partially reopened under new ownership amid a £400,000 revamp.
‘I was screaming in pain. I don't want this to happen to anyone else'
A pensioner was left screaming in pain after tripping over a drain cover in a busy town centre and falling flat on his face.
‘Don’t brush our concerns under the carpet’: Inquiry into permanent border facility bid
A public inquiry is due to launch which will determine whether a controversial border facility will receive permanent status.
Gritters to be sent out as temperatures set to plummet
Motorists are being urged to watch out for icy patches as gritters gear up to treat roads tonight.
Land earmarked for 180-home estate goes on market for £11m
A piece of land with planning permission for a 180-home estate has gone on the market for £11 million.
‘We have people coming to us from France’: The family-run salon celebrating its 45th year
A popular hair salon is on the verge of completing its 45th year of business - we spoke to the family headed by three generations behind its success.
Plans to redevelop massive multi-storey car park in Tunbridge Wells into homes and shops
Around 120 build-to-rent homes are expected for the town centre site
‘Losing my friends was heartbreaking, but I’m determined to honour their memory’
A former biker who lost two friends in separate crashes within a matter of months is aiming to teach young people about road safety.
Kent mum scoops £1k in Thousand Pound Friday
A lucky kmfm listener has won £1,000, just in time to kick off the festive season.
‘He was loved by so many’: Club’s tribute to ‘inspiring’ coach killed in M20 crash
A football club has paid a heartbreaking tribute to an “inspiring” coach and dad-of-two killed in a crash on the M20.