Kent Pharmacies See Meningitis Vaccine Demand Surge
Pharmacies across Kent are experiencing a significant increase in demand for meningitis vaccinations, with reports of a 40% rise in requests over the past month.
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Meningitis Outbreak Treated as National Incident in UK
A meningitis outbreak in Kent has been declared a national incident, with 15 cases reported, including two deaths. Health officials warn of an unprecedented spread, urging thousands of students to get vaccines and antibiotics.
Drug Dealer Jailed After Singing 'Dirty Cash' While Counting Money
Bertie Payne, 30, led a drug ring distributing cocaine, ketamine and ecstasy across East Kent. He was caught on CCTV singing 'Dirty Cash' while handling money, leading to a 15-year prison sentence.
Kent Meningitis Outbreak: Vaccine Gaps Blamed for Spread
A meningitis B outbreak in Kent has claimed two lives, with experts pointing to gaps in the vaccine programme for teenagers and young adults as a key factor in the spread.
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Kent Meningitis Outbreak Highlights Youth Risk
A meningitis outbreak in Kent has claimed two young lives and infected 11 others, underscoring the heightened risk for adolescents and young adults despite vaccination progress.
Meningitis Outbreak in Kent: Young Lives at Risk
A meningitis outbreak in Kent has claimed two young lives and left 11 others seriously ill, raising urgent questions about vaccination gaps and rapid treatment.
Mother's FaceTime Reveals Daughter's Meningitis Crisis
A mother recounts the harrowing moment she saw her daughter's meningitis symptoms on FaceTime, as a Kent outbreak kills two and sickens 11, urging awareness and vaccination.
M25 Lorry Crash Causes Major Delays Near Dartford Tunnel
A lorry crash on the M25 anti-clockwise carriageway at junction 30 in Kent has shut two lanes, leading to 50-minute delays and lengthy queues through rush hour.
Window Cleaner's Secret Technique and Annoying Customer Comments
Professional window cleaner Kieron Fosher shares insider tips for perfect windows at home, discusses earnings potential, and reveals awkward ladder encounters in this career feature.
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Kent Meningitis Outbreak Kills Two Young People, 11 Hospitalized
A deadly meningitis outbreak in Kent has claimed two young lives and hospitalized 11 others. Health authorities issue urgent warnings about symptoms and prevention as thousands receive antibiotics.
E-Bike Rider Sentenced for Killing Great-Grandfather on Pavement
Clifford Cage, 50, received a suspended 15-month jail term for manslaughter after striking Jim Blackwood with his electric bike on a pavement in Kent, in a landmark case.
Manston Airport Nears Reopening as Cargo Hub
Manston Airport in Kent, closed since 2014, is advancing plans to reopen as an air freight hub, with a public consultation launching this month on flight paths and operations.
Manston Airport Revival: 2029 Reopening as Cargo Hub
Manston Airport in Kent moves closer to reopening after 12 years, with a new 2029 target and a focus on cargo operations, aiming to ease pressure on London airports.
South East Water Hit with £22m Fine Over Water Supply Failures
Ofwat proposes £22m penalty for South East Water after supply interruptions in Kent and Sussex affected over 286,000 customers between 2020 and 2023, with ongoing investigation into recent outages.
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Anne Boleyn Portrait Exhibition at Hever Castle Raises Questions
Hever Castle in Kent presents the largest collection of Anne Boleyn portraits, marking 500 years since Henry VIII's courtship, but the quest for her true likeness remains elusive amid historical mysteries.
Drunk Driver Kills Child in Kent: Video Shows Moments Before
A video reveals the moments before a drunk driver rammed a car at 60mph, killing a four-year-old boy in Kent. The driver and his father were found guilty in a tragic case.
Energy Charge Hike Threatens UK Indoor Food Production
Thanet Earth and other UK indoor growers warn that a 60% rise in electricity standing charges from April will spike production costs, fuel food inflation, and hinder competitiveness, calling for government intervention.
Danny Dyer's Caravan Park Show Aims to Save UK Holidays
Actor Danny Dyer and daughter Dani invest in Kent caravan park for Sky series, aiming to revive British seaside holidays and combat modern social divides.
Car Tycoon Ousted in 'Coup' Over Alleged Racist Remarks
Peter Waddell, CEO of Big Motoring World, was removed in a high court dispute involving private equity and misconduct claims, including racist and sexist remarks.
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Reform UK's Kent Council Budget Sparks 'Extreme Risk' Warnings
Reform UK's showcase council in Kent has passed its first budget with a 3.99% council tax increase, drawing criticism for exposing the authority to over £410m in financial risks and cuts to vulnerable services.
Paul Hollywood Still Can't Fly £400k Helicopter After Neighbour Row
Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood remains in flight training for his £400,000 helicopter after nearly two years, following complaints from Kent neighbours about garden landings.
Kent Council Accused of Faking £40m Net Zero Savings
A Reform-run council in Kent faces allegations of fabricating £40 million in net zero savings, raising concerns over financial transparency and climate policy integrity.
Boy, 4, Killed in Chase After Cousin Drank 25 Pints
A four-year-old boy died after his parents' car was rammed in a high-speed chase by his cousin, who had consumed 25 pints of alcohol, a court hears.
Police Officer Fired for Harassing Driving School Boss
A Kent Police sergeant has been dismissed without notice after waging a five-month campaign of abuse against a driving school owner when his son missed a course.
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Anne Boleyn Portrait's Hidden Witchcraft Rebuttal
Infrared analysis of Anne Boleyn's Hever portrait reveals underdrawing showing artist's deliberate effort to debunk six-finger witchcraft rumours during Elizabeth I's reign.
Mum and Grandmother Jailed in Family Cocaine Ring
A young mother from Kent has been sentenced to 12 years for her involvement in a family-run drug operation that supplied nearly a ton of cocaine across the UK.
Phone Seizure Powers for Small Boat Migrants Begin
UK Border Force officers can now seize mobile phones from migrants arriving in small boats. The new law also targets smugglers' supply chains with severe prison sentences. Read the latest on the Channel crossing crackdown.
Dr John Stuart Brown: GP who transformed minor surgery
Discover how Dr John Stuart Brown's pioneering work and lobbying led to GPs performing minor surgeries, saving the NHS thousands and reducing waiting times for patients.
Senior Manston staff suspended in misconduct probe
Two senior figures at Kent's Manston immigration facility suspended amid misconduct investigation. Learn about the centre's troubled history and ongoing independent inquiry.
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Reform UK suspends Kent councillor in latest party crisis
Kent County Council member Isabella Kemp becomes the latest Reform UK representative suspended amid internal party turmoil and mounting controversies.
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