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00:18:40

Podcast: Kent MPs welcome inquiry into crimes carried...

KentOnline ·

2021/11/09

Kent MPs have welcomed news an independent inquiry will be carried out into the crimes of David Fuller. The 67-year-old from East Sussex abused bodies in mortuaries at hospitals in the county where he worked as an electrician. Hear from the health secretary who's been speaking about it in the commons. It's emerged women taking part in a Reclaim These Streets march in Canterbury were abused by a number of men. Hundreds gathered in the city to protest against violence against women and raise awareness

00:20:08

Podcast: Residents of Jemmett Road in Ashford call...

KentOnline ·

2021/11/08

People living on a road in Ashford say people could be injured and vehicles damaged because it is in such a poor state. More than 300 people have signed a petition calling for Jemmett Road to be resurfaced. Hear from our reporter Alex Jee who has been covering the story. Also in today's podcast, the number of Covid patients in Kent's hospitals has hit an eight month high. Hear from the chief executive of the NHS as there's another call for all eligible people to have a booster jab in a bid to ease

00:23:04

Podcast: David Fuller - his crimes, how he was caught...

KentOnline ·

2021/11/05

Warning: Some listeners may find the content of today's podcast distressing and upsetting. A man on trial accused of murdering two women in Tunbridge Wells more than 30 years ago has sensationally changed his plea to guilty. David Fuller killed Wendy Knell and Caroline Pierce in 1987 and had initially tried to claim diminished responsibility. Following his arrest in December last year, it was discovered the 67-year-old from East Sussex had sexually assaulted bodies in a mortuary while working at

00:21:30

Podcast: Rainham mum of woman who had her drink...

KentOnline ·

2021/11/04

The mum of a young woman who had her drink spiked during a night out in Rochester is calling for venues to take more responsibility. Olivia Calvert, 19, was left unresponsive and unable to walk after going to Casino Rooms. She says she was told to leave the club and accused of being drunk before her friend called an ambulance. Hear what her mum Hannah has said about it. Also in the podcast, a person has died and another is missing after trying to cross the Channel to get to the UK. It comes after we

00:15:14

Podcast: Best friend of 18-year-old killed in Lenham...

KentOnline ·

2021/11/03

The best friend of a dad-to-be who was killed in a crash along with three other men has paid tribute at his funeral. 18-year-old Jacko Cosgrove was in the vehicle which hit a tree on Lenham Road near Headcorn last month as the group travelled to watch at Tyson Fury fight on TV. Patrick Cash has described his friend as a 'jolly person' as a service was held at Holy Family Church in Park Wood, Maidstone. Also in today's podcast, an asylum charity is calling for safe routes to the UK for refugees to be

00:18:51

Podcast: Met Police officers admit taking pictures of...

KentOnline ·

2021/11/02

The Ramsgate mum of two sisters found murdered in north London has spoken out after two police officers admitted taking and sharing pictures of their bodies on WhatsApp. 47-year-old Deniz Jaffer from east London and Jamie Lewis, who's 33 and from Essex, were meant to be protecting the scene in Wembley where Bibaa Henry and Nicole Smallman were found dead last June. Mina Smallman has described the men as 'despicable'. Also in today's podast, we've got an update from court as the trial of a man

00:24:32

Podcast: Man on trial accused of bedsit murders of...

KentOnline ·

2021/11/01

A man has gone on trial accused of killing two women in Tunbridge Wells more than 30 years ago. Wendy Knell and Caroline Pierce were found within months of each other in 1987 - hear from our reporter at Maidstone Crown Court. Also in today's podcast, a man who was apprehended by security guards at Bluewater and accused of stealing has returned to the shopping centre in a bid to celebrate diversity and change opinions. Cephas Williams says he was targeted because of the colour of his skin and has put

00:20:06

Podcast: A26 Tonbridge Road, Barming to stay closed...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/29

A road in Maidstone is to remain closed for another week as repairs on a sinkhole continue. The voice on the A26 Tonbridge Road in Barming opened up a week ago when a water main burst. It's feared the extended closure could now affect back-to-school traffic after half term as well as nearby businesses. Also in today's podcast, a row between Britain and France over post-Brexit fishing arrangements is continuing. The French ambassador has been summoned by the UK's Foreign Office for talks. We have a

00:21:45

Podcast: Funeral of Johnny and Johnboy Cash who died...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/28

Hundreds of people have gathered for the funeral of a father and son who died in a crash in Headcorn. Johnny and Johnboy Cash were among four men who lost their lives when the vehicle they were in hit a tree earlier this month. Hear from our reporter who was outside the church in Park Wood in Maidstone today and also from Father Desmond Mbidoaka who led the service. Also in today's podcast, the Ramsgate mum of two sisters who were murdered in a park in north London has paid tribute to them after

00:22:31

Podcast: Arrests as Insulate Britain block...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/27

More than a dozen people have been arrested following another Insulate Britain protest. The group said yesterday they would stage action despite another injunction aimed at trying to stop them. They gathered not far from the Dartford Crossing this morning - hear from a man who was caught up in the traffic. Also in today's podcast, find out what chancellor Rishi Sunak had to say in today's budget. We've also spoken to the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce. Women are being urged to avoid pubs, clubs

00:20:13

Podcast: Inquest opens into deaths of four men in...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/26

Hundreds of people have lined streets in Maidstone to remember four men who died in a crash near Headcorn. Johnny Cash, his son Johnboy, Miles 'smiler' Cash and Jacko Cosgrove died when the car they were in hit a tree earlier this month as they travelled to watch the fight between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder on TV. An inquest into their deaths has also got under way - hear from our reporter who was there. Also in today's podcast, millions of people are set to get a pay rise next year. The

00:20:50

Podcast: Sisters speak out about abuse suffered at...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/25

Two sisters from Canterbury have made the brave decision to speak out about the abuse they suffered at the hands of their grandad. Sophie and Toni Quirke were aged about eight and six when the abuse started. Paul Wallis from Hoades Wood Road in Sturry has now been sentenced to seven years in prison. Also in today's podcast, with less than a week to go until COP26 gets under way, the first ever Climate Action Week is taking place in Canterbury. Hear from Dr Carl Wright who's chair of the Canterbury

00:17:10

Podcast: Night porter goes on wrecking spree at...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/22

A man has admitted going on a wrecking spree at a hotel in Maidstone after getting frustrated with his job. A court's been told the rampage caused around £100,000 worth of damage at Larkfield Priory Hotel. Hear from our reporter Sean McPolin who covered the case. Also in today's podcast, a Palestinian refugee says a giant puppet of a young asylum seeker that's been visiting Kent will change perceptions. Amal arrived in Folkestone earlier in the week and has also visited Dover and Canterbury. But,

00:21:10

Podcast: Rules change to speed up the rollout of...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/21

The rules on booking coronavirus booster jabs have changed in a bid to speed up the rollout as cases continue to rise. NHS England's updating its website so anyone who had their second dose six months ago can book, even without an invitation. Hear from Kent GP Dr Julian Spinks on the pressures they're currently under. Also in today's podcast, Kent Test results are out today. The results will determine which children can apply for a place at a grammar school in the county for next

00:22:39

Podcast: Some Sheppey caravan owners fear financial...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/20

Caravan owners on Sheppey say they fear some people could be left homeless after suddenly being told they need to pay thousands of pounds. Those with mobile homes over 10 years old at a number of sites are no longer going to be able to pay ground rent and water rates monthly. Hear from our reporter John Nurden who's been following the story. Also in today's podcast, are we heading for another national lockdown this winter? The business secretary has spoken out after health bosses called for face

00:18:58

Podcast: Tyson Fury pays tribute to men killed in...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/19

Tyson Fury has paid tribute to four men who died in a crash near Headcorn. They'd been travelling to watch the boxer's fight against Deontay Wilder on TV when the vehicle they were in hit a tree. A 15-year-old boy remains in a London hospital after being seriously injured. Also in today's podcast, the Archbishop of Canterbury has led a memorial service to MP Sir David Amess who was killed while holding a surgery in his constituency last Friday. Fellow MPs have also been paying tribute in the

00:22:30

Podcast: Tributes are paid to Sir David Amess who was...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/18

As MPs pay tribute to Sir David Amess, the issue of their security is very much back on the agenda. The Southend West MP was killed while holding a surgery in a church in Leigh-on-Sea on Friday. Police are continuing to question a 25-year-old man. We've been speaking to Tonbridge and Malling's Tom Tugendhat on the abuse suffered by members of parliament. Police and crime commissioner Matthew Scott gives us his views on whether MPs should have security. Also in today's podcast, October is Black

00:23:49

Podcast: Walderslade man facing jail for attack in...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/15

A Walderslade man has been told he faces going to prison for an attack which has left a firefighter in a coma. It happened when the pair met at a pub in Rochester High Street two years ago. Hear from our reporter at Maidstone Crown Court. Also in today's podcast, a report has raised concerns there aren't enough midwives at East Kent Hospitals Trust to keep women and babies safe. We've been speaking to the Care Quality Commission about their findings. At the end of Baby Loss Awareness Week a dad

00:19:16

Podcast: GP league tables planned in bid to boost...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/14

GP surgeries are going to be rated on league tables as part of plans to improve services. The government has also announced millions of pounds aimed at improving access to doctors - although practices which don't provide an “appropriate” level of face-to-face appointments will not be eligible for the new funding. Hear from our resident health expert Dr Julian Spinks on the demands facing GPs. Meantime, a campaign is under way to try and reduce the amount of abuse being suffered by nurses and doctors

00:17:46

Podcast: Motorists and police drag Insulate Britain...

KentOnline ·

2021/10/13

Insulate Britain protesters have been arrested after blocking the M25 near the Dartford Crossing. Police were called to two demonstrations on the Essex side earlier this morning and detained 35 people. Hear from a retired GP who was among those to glue their hands to the carriageway. Also in today's podcast, a Kent MP has suggested fracking could be used to ease the current energy crisis. Thanet's Craig Mackinlay wants the UK to start exploring it as an option again. Mark Hood is a Green Party

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