Medway news

• Chatham's Gurkha Fire raises over £2,000 for Nepal flood victims in just two days

  09-09-2026 11:58 via kentlive.news
  
  The restaurant will also be hosting a special fundraising event on September 15 for Nepal flood relief
  
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• Andy Burnham triple lock state pension change - IFS update on impact for pensioners

  29-09-2026 18:17 via kentlive.news
  
  Andy Burnham is planning major reforms to the state pension and the IFS has explained what it will mean for ordinary people
  
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• Relocated off-licence’s booze bid granted next to Medway primary school

  29-09-2026 16:16 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A primary school will have a relocated off-licence on its doorstep after an application to serve alcohol was approved.
  
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• Frankie Goes to Hollywood star announces outdoor summer show on Kent coast

  29-09-2026 16:05 via kentlive.news
  
  The “Relax” singer will be joined by some very special guests, including Spandau Ballet’s Tony Hadley
  
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• M20 live travel updates as multi-vehicle crash causes long delays and queues - recap

  29-09-2026 15:59 via kentlive.news
  
  Drivers were urged to allow extra time for journeys
  
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• Andy Burnham confirms future of UK state pension triple lock in major speech

  29-09-2026 15:56 via kentlive.news
  
  The Prime Minister has confirmed a big change this afternoon
  
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• Historic area of elegant Kent town will be transformed into glittering Christmas market for 22 days

  29-09-2026 15:55 via kentlive.news
  
  Christmas market returns this year to gorgeous Kent town for 22 days
  
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• ‘My teammates were the difference between life and death’

  29-09-2026 13:52 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  An amateur footballer has credited the quick-thinking of his teammates with saving his life after suffering a cardiac arrest on the pitch.
  
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• ‘If I hadn't been testing my fishtank i'd never have known my water is potentially toxic’

  29-09-2026 13:17 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A tropical fish enthusiast said he was “shocked” to find the tap water in his aquarium contained a potentially toxic level of nitrates.
  
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• Kent hospital declares critical incident amid “ongoing exceptional demand”

  29-09-2026 12:53 via kentlive.news
  
  Those attending with non-life-threatening conditions may face “extremely long” waits
  
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• “Terrifying and appalling” Rochester paedophile who abused child over three years jailed

  29-09-2026 12:46 via kentlive.news
  
  He has been charged with 13 different offences and jailed for over 20 years
  
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• GMB ITV reporter finds 'painful' 219p diesel price as people tell him where to fill up

  29-09-2026 11:37 via kentlive.news
  
  The GMB correspondent made a visit this morning to fill up on fuel
  
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• Gas company gives update on Kent road closure as repairs “taking longer than expected”

  29-09-2026 11:25 via kentlive.news
  
  The utility company has apologised for the inconvenience caused by the works
  
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• ‘Appalling’ child abuser who threatened victim to conceal crimes jailed

  29-09-2026 11:12 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A man subjected a child to the most “appalling and terrifying campaign of abuse” before trying to stop them from reporting it.
  
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• Andy Burnham to give speech as Tuesday state pension triple lock update given

  29-09-2026 09:16 via kentlive.news
  
  Mr Burnham is due to make his first Labour conference speech as PM today
  
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• M20 live travel updates as multi-vehicle crash causes long delays and queues

  29-09-2026 08:31 via kentlive.news
  
  Drivers have been urged to allow extra time for journeys
  
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• HMRC new 'don't ignore' tax letters from October - advice to avoid paying twice

  29-09-2026 08:11 via kentlive.news
  
  HMRC has confirmed that some UK taxpayers will receive letter from October - just make sure you read them carefully
  
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• Home Office update on 'support' for 13 million women with menopause - full list

  29-09-2026 08:07 via kentlive.news
  
  The Home Office has issued an update this month on measures being taken to help women in the workplace
  
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• 'Timeless' Tudor village in Kent with fairytale castle and cobbled streets

  29-09-2026 08:00 via kentlive.news
  
  Kent's best-preserved Tudor village where history comes alive – explore cobbled streets, visit the historic castle and immerse yourself in a world that has largely vanished from modern Britain
  
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• Plan approved for 104 homes in Tunbridge Wells despite warnings from owner of adjacent pub and residents' parking worries

  29-09-2026 08:00 via kentlive.news
  
  Tunbridge Wells plan for 104 homes is passed despite warning from the owner of the pub next door, and worries about lack of parking
  
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• New tax on pensions update as autumn and spring dates set out

  29-09-2026 03:15 via kentlive.news
  
  Financial planners warn we still don't know the full impact of the new tax
  
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• Man arrested after refusing to leave building near Dover shopping centre during fire

  28-09-2026 16:33 via kentlive.news
  
  A road closure on a key route was put in place while police worked at the scene
  
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• Times and locations for overnight A2, M25 and M20 closures this week

  28-09-2026 16:31 via kentlive.news
  
  There will be another full closure of the QEII Bridge at the Dartford Crossing this week as well
  
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• Motoring expert Wednesday warning of £3 diesel and tells drivers 'prepare'

  28-09-2026 15:58 via kentlive.news
  
  Operations and supply chain expert spoke as US said it might restrict exports and added 'We can already see the warning signs'
  
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• Blue Badge DfT new '3 year' update and 'exceptions' - key details

  28-09-2026 15:19 via kentlive.news
  
  Blue Badges are used by eligible people to park closer to their destination
  
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• DWP PIP 'changes' warning in Pat McFadden update - key details

  28-09-2026 14:48 via kentlive.news
  
  Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden has spoken about the future of the benefit
  
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• Doctor says mix cheap seed into your meal to protect your heart

  28-09-2026 14:20 via kentlive.news
  
  Dr Corne Hurter has explained what foods we should eat more of - including one inexpensive seed
  
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• Kent to see 'unusually warm' temperatures and thunderstorms this week

  28-09-2026 13:17 via kentlive.news
  
  Parts of the county could feel as warm 27C in the coming days
  
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• Anyone waiting an Evri delivery given Monday serious issue warning update

  28-09-2026 12:46 via kentlive.news
  
  One shop owner said 'please be mindful it’s not our fault it’s an Evri issue'
  
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• Man, 70s, dies after getting into difficulty in water at Botany Bay beach

  28-09-2026 11:38 via kentlive.news
  
  Police, paramedics and the Coastguard were called to the scene
  
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