Medway news

• Three arrested after after teen stabbed on a Kent high street

  18-08-2026 09:18 via kentlive.news
  
  The victim was found with injuries consistent with stab wounds
  
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• Plans to convert Grade II listed barn into homes

  02-09-2026 17:58 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  Plans for a children's home, two homes in a Grade II listed barn and a new digital advertising display are among the latest planning applications.
  
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• Update on Kent sea sauna plans locals claim look like 'shipping containers'

  02-09-2026 17:12 via kentlive.news
  
  Since the plans were submitted, there has been a lot of local resistance with some saying the saunas would 'destroy their peace'
  
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• Boy, 4, stuck by bus outside Kent hospital died in 'accidental' death, inquest concludes

  02-09-2026 17:09 via kentlive.news
  
  The boy was struck by a bus outside the hospital after he had been visiting his grandmother
  
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• Boy, 4, killed by bus outside Kent hospital was an 'accidental' death, inquest concludes

  02-09-2026 17:09 via kentlive.news
  
  The boy was struck by a bus outside the hospital after he had been visiting his grandmother
  
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• Man arrested in Ashford after alleged indecent act in van

  02-09-2026 17:01 via kentlive.news
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward
  
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• Fly-tipping hotspot given go-ahead for 16 homes

  02-09-2026 16:22 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A car park which has been plagued by fly-tipping will be redeveloped into 16 homes after approval was granted.
  
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• Council gives response after fears Canterbury could lose city status in local government shake-up

  02-09-2026 13:18 via kentlive.news
  
  There are serious concerns that Kent could lose its one and only city in plans to drastically change local government in the county
  
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• Work to build new Medway school for 160 pupils begins

  02-09-2026 13:05 via kentlive.news
  
  The school will be purpose-built for children with special educational needs
  
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• Major update on plans to reopen Folkestone Sports Centre after break-ins

  02-09-2026 11:30 via kentlive.news
  
  The recent vandalism has resulted in more than £60,000 worth of unexpected repairs
  
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• Police extend closure of Swanscombe home after endless complaints by neighbours

  02-09-2026 11:21 via kentlive.news
  
  There were reports of suspected drug dealing at the troublesome property
  
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• Kent man, 27, smashed up boss's home with traffic cone after he had wages docked

  02-09-2026 10:44 via kentlive.news
  
  He was caught in camera using a traffic cone and a hammer to attack his former boss's home and car
  
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• Sussex Police issue vital advice to any parents posting 'back to school' pictures this week

  02-09-2026 10:17 via kentlive.news
  
  As parents send their children back to school after the six week summer holidays, Sussex Police have issued advice about back to school pictures
  
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• Police hunting this man after Medway road rage 'violence'

  02-09-2026 09:58 via kentlive.news
  
  Anyone who recognises the man should contact police
  
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• All of the Kent M20 roadworks and closures to avoid this September

  02-09-2026 08:00 via kentlive.news
  
  A key bridge will be shut over a weekend for important repair works
  
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• Ex-train driver loses tribunal claim after arguing he was forced out of job

  02-09-2026 06:00 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  A train driver’s claim against Southeastern has been thrown out after he tried to argue he had effectively been dismissed when he resigned.
  
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• Construction begins on new SEN school to meet rising demand

  02-09-2026 06:00 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  Work has begun to create 160 new school places for children with special education needs.
  
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• Police manhunt underway after alleged road rage incident

  01-09-2026 18:13 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  Police have released an image of a man who may have important information after a driver allegedly threatened another motorist during a confrontation.
  
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• Nominations open for awards recognising people showing courage and commitment to their community

  01-09-2026 16:44 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  Nominations are now open for the 2027 Pride in Medway Awards as the annual celebration of the area’s community heroes marks its 25th anniversary.
  
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• Exact times A2, M20, M26 and A249 will close in Kent this week

  01-09-2026 16:44 via kentlive.news
  
  Works will also require a full closure of the QEII Bridge at the Dartford Crossing this week
  
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• Kent girl, 14, declared missing after travelling 'to meet a man'

  01-09-2026 15:16 via kentlive.news
  
  Police said anyone who sees her or knows where she is should call 999 immediately
  
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• M26 vehicle fire causes delays after carriageway partially closed

  01-09-2026 14:39 via kentlive.news
  
  There are still delays in the area
  
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• Locals to hold vigil for 'kind and friendly' man, 52, killed in Ramsgate

  01-09-2026 14:37 via kentlive.news
  
  The man in hospital from his injuries
  
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• Folkestone public toilets to shut early after 'repeated vandalism'

  01-09-2026 14:28 via kentlive.news
  
  The reduced operating hours will be in effect “until further notice”
  
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• Man dies at Medway shopping centre as police and paramedics rush to scene

  01-09-2026 13:00 via kentlive.news
  
  A large emergency response was triggered by the incident at the popular shopping centre
  
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• Major plans to transform Kent football club after league promotion

  01-09-2026 12:57 via kentlive.news
  
  Proposals include a public gym, fitness studio and hydrotherapy pool, plus a dedicated education centre
  
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• New 'affordable' community supermarket with £1 fruit and veg bag opening soon in Kent

  01-09-2026 11:24 via kentlive.news
  
  It promises budget-friendly groceries including a £1 fruit-and-vegetable bag
  
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• Man in 30s dies at shopping centre

  01-09-2026 09:57 via kentonline.co.uk
  
  Emergency crews were dispatched to a shopping centre after a medical incident but a man was pronounced dead at the scene.
  
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• Found: Call 999 if you see missing Kent girl, 15, not been seen for days

  01-09-2026 09:26 via kentlive.news
  
  The girl has since been located
  
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• Call 999 if you see missing Kent girl, 15, not been seen for days

  01-09-2026 09:26 via kentlive.news
  
  Police declared the 15-year-old girl missing last week
  
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