Medway news

• Forecasters issue yellow warning for ice

  27-01-2026 12:16 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  Forecasters have issued a yellow warning for ice covering part of Kent, and warn the weather “may lead to disruption”.
  
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• Plans for new homes near landmark pub

  24-08-2026 20:13 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  Plans have been submitted for a new housing estate near a well-known village pub.
  
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• Thanet council responds as refuse workers to begin ballot on strike action

  24-08-2026 18:00 via kentlive.news
  
  Union members say they “have had enough of bearing the brunt of the public’s frustrations”
  
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• Shirtless thief jumps from moving van after leading police on four-and-a-half mile pursuit

  24-08-2026 17:46 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A thief who stole a delivery van before driving the wrong way down a road, ignoring no entry signs and clipping two vehicles has been jailed.
  
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• EastEnders and CBBC actresses to star in town’s annual panto production

  24-08-2026 17:30 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A TV soap star and a CBBC actress are among the cast heading to a town for its annual pantomime production.
  
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• Overnight Kent A282, M20, A21 and Sheppey Crossing closures to avoid this week

  24-08-2026 16:26 via kentlive.news
  
  A key stretch of the M20 will close on multiple nights
  
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• M20 crash victim named locally as 14-year-old girl as friends pay tribute

  24-08-2026 16:25 via kentlive.news
  
  A number of people have paid tributes, sharing pictures of the young girl
  
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• Sittingbourne residents fight to save green space from Kent Council park sell-off

  24-08-2026 16:06 via kentlive.news
  
  The three-acre site has been used by the public for at least 75 years as a popular spot for dog walkers and children to play sports and ride bikes
  
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• Plans to reopen historic Margate Winter Gardens concert venue move forward

  24-08-2026 15:57 via kentlive.news
  
  The venue has been closed since 2022 but plans for a major refurbishment have moved a step closer
  
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• Huge inflatable course at Kent shopping centre to run for an extra week this summer

  24-08-2026 14:03 via kentlive.news
  
  The Monster has seen its stay at the centre extended due to “exceptional demand”
  
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• Two days of rain forecast for Kent weather but still lots of sunshine and top temperature of 27C

  24-08-2026 14:02 via kentlive.news
  
  Rain is forecast for Kent but don't cancel your plans, as there's plenty of sunshine still left in summer
  
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• Man arrested by Kent Police on suspicion of murder following fatal fire

  24-08-2026 12:47 via kentlive.news
  
  He was travelling to France by train
  
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• 'Call 999' if you see latest woman added to Kent Police's most wanted list

  24-08-2026 12:45 via kentlive.news
  
  She has links to three Kent areas
  
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• The 'coolest' Kent seaside town attracting A-listers that's perfect for a weekend away

  24-08-2026 12:29 via kentlive.news
  
  The popular Kent coast destination is ideal for a weekend getaway, as there's so much to see and do.
  
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• Opening date set for cafe chain’s new location at Ashford shopping centre

  24-08-2026 11:23 via kentlive.news
  
  The launch is creating 15 new jobs in the town
  
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• Man in a serious condition after two-vehicle crash in Dartford

  24-08-2026 11:14 via kentlive.news
  
  Kent Police is appealing for witnesses and footage after the two car crash
  
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• Murder investigation launched after man fatally injured in Ramsgate stabbing

  24-08-2026 09:36 via kentlive.news
  
  Police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward
  
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• Call 999 if you see missing teenager from Ebbsfleet

  24-08-2026 09:35 via kentlive.news
  
  The 15-year-old has been missing for almost a week
  
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• The pretty Kent seaside town with 'UK's best beach' where house prices fly up by £130K

  24-08-2026 08:00 via kentlive.news
  
  The average asking price of a house with a view of the sea has risen by more than £60,000 since 2019, outpacing the rest of Britain
  
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• Weed-smoking shoplifter caged after dangerous dog mauls woman in street

  24-08-2026 06:00 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A 35-year-old shoplifter has been sentenced for a series of crimes, including a dog attack which left a woman scared to leave her home.
  
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• I tried fish fingers from Aldi, Lidl, M&S and more — winner beats Birds Eye

  24-08-2026 04:10 via kentlive.news
  
  I put a range of supermarket fish fingers to the taste test to see which one came out on top.
  
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• Sex offender breached order by moving home and using aliases

  23-08-2026 15:00 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A convicted sex offender has appeared in court after breaching the terms of his Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
  
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• Wagamama confirms opening date for newest Kent restaurant

  23-08-2026 13:00 via kentlive.news
  
  And it will be giving away 350 meals
  
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• Latest death notices across Kent as families remember loved ones

  23-08-2026 11:00 via kentlive.news
  
  Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
  
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• Flats plan for former Kent sports centre recommended for approval

  23-08-2026 08:00 via kentlive.news
  
  Proposals for a former sports and activity hub to be demolished and replaced with 31 flats have been recommended for approval
  
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• Kent's extraordinary medieval church tucked away in the countryside that's unlike any other

  23-08-2026 07:00 via kentlive.news
  
  It has been described as the county's 'finest Norman church'
  
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• Shoplifter ‘over the moon’ to be locked up after stealing items worth thousands

  23-08-2026 06:00 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A prolific thief was said to be “over the moon” about being locked up for a week after stealing items worth thousands from high street stores.
  
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• Seven family-friendly bank holiday adventures that refuse to be boring

  23-08-2026 06:00 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  Make the most of the long weekend with these awesome days out taking place across Kent.
  
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• I tested supermarket honey from Aldi, Sainsbury's and more — 1 tasted more like syrup

  23-08-2026 03:55 via kentlive.news
  
  I put five popular supermarket honeys to the test – from Aldi's budget-friendly option to Rowse's pricier squeeze bottle. One brand stood out as the clear favourite
  
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• ‘It’s not the council’s job’: Councillor defends new litter-picking scheme

  22-08-2026 20:22 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A councillor has responded to people criticising a new plan to help clear litter across a district.
  
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