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00:23:01

Podcast: Deal mum and psychic in America urge police...

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2022/03/04

The mum of a man from Deal whose body was found more than 80 days after he went missing, is calling for his death to be treated as suspicious. Alex Holland disappeared from his parent's home in November last year. The 27 year-old was found face down in water - something a psychic has revealed she had alerted police to before he was discovered. Also in today's podcast, hear from a Tonbridge man who's preparing to lead a convoy of aid to Ukraine. Arthur Smith is kitting out an old coach and plans to

00:17:02

Podcast: Rainham teenager with ADHD, autism and...

KentOnline ·

2022/03/03

A Rainham mum has spoken to the KentOnline Podcast about her battle to try and get her teenage son a place at school. Leanne Dale says Jack has been turned down by 27 schools and it's now starting to affect his mental health. The 13-year-old has complex needs including ADHD, autism and an anxiety disorder, and is getting tutoring at home instead. Hear from Leanne and find out what Medway Council has said about the situation. Also in today's podcast, it's a year since the disappearance of Sarah

00:20:03

Podcast: Rochester’s City Wall wine bar served with...

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2022/03/02

The owner of one of Medway's most popular bars has said he could be ready to quit after it was served with a noise abatement order. Sanjay Raval runs the City Wall on Rochester High Street and says while he's lodged an appeal, it's left him feeling very despondent. He's spoken exclusively to the KentOnline Podcast. Also today, a Kent MP has defended his decision to travel to Ukraine to see the war effort for himself. Gravesham's Adam Holloway says he wants to make a contribution. Meantime, an open

00:20:43

Podcast: Inquest held into deaths of Johnny Cash,...

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2022/03/01

An inquest has heard the driver of a car which crashed in Headcorn killing four members of the same family was over the drink drive limit. Johnny Cash, Johnboy Cash, Miles Cash and Jacko Cosgrove died when the vehicle they were in came off a road and hit a tree in October last year. Hear from our reporter Sean McPolin who was at today's inquest in Maidstone. As fighting continues in Ukraine following an invasion by Russia, we've been hearing from Ukranian people here who're desperate to

00:21:16

Podcast: Is it our responsibility in Kent to take in...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/28

Five days after Russia invaded Ukraine, hundreds of thousands of people continue to flee the country and seek asylum. So what should our response be? There are calls for the government to do more to allow Ukrainians to travel here and stay for up to three years. We've been speaking to Bridget Chapman from Kent Refugee Action Network and getting some of your views. Also in today's podcast, a Kent mum has set up a petition calling for dyslexia friendly exam papers. It's been signed by more than 14,000

00:17:55

Podcast: Brompton bikes reveals plans for global...

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2022/02/25

A Kent police officer has been sacked after being accused of groping a woman during a trip to Alton Towers. PC Thomas Hall was alleged to have touched the woman during an overnight stay at a hotel. Hear from our reporter Sean Delaney who covered the misconduct hearing. Also in today's podcast, we have reaction from a University of Kent professor on the latest situation in Ukraine following the invasion by Russia. There's potentially some huge news for jobs in Kent - find out which big company is

00:12:53

Podcast: New-build homes at Chilmington Green in...

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2022/02/24

Homeowners on a new-build estate in Ashford say they regret moving there after tiles and cladding were ripped off during Storm Eunice. Strong winds hit the county last Friday leaving a number of properties at Chilmington Green damaged. We've spoken to the owner of one property who says they shouldn't have been so badly affected as they're less than two years old. Also in today's podcast, the Prime Minister has addressed the nation after Russian forces invaded eastern Ukraine. Kent's MP have also

00:17:05

Podcast: Parents of George Low from Dartford continue...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/23

Six years after a man from Dartford was murdered in Cyrpus, his parents are still fighting for justice. George Low was stabbed while out with a friend in Ayia Napa in 2016. Two men wanted in connection with his killing are believed to be in Turkey despite European arrest warrants and Interpol alerts in their names. The 22-year-old's mum and dad have been meeting government officials as they continue to call for action. Also in today's podcast, former sports minister and Chatham and Aylesford MP

00:17:15

Podcast: Traveller families fear eviction as...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/22

Travellers fear they will end up with nowhere to go after enforcement officers began tearing down the site where they live. The officers sent by Medway Council arrived at the land off Lower Rainham Road in Rainham at 7am yesterday along with police. The travellers bought the land in 2020 and say they applied for planning permission to live there, but the application wasn't accepted by Medway Council. Also in today's podcast, we’ve got reaction to news all Covid restrictions are going to be scrapped

00:24:46

Podcast: Storm Franklin hits Kent days after Storm...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/21

Work is continuing to try and restore power to thousands of homes and businesses in Kent following Storm Eunice. UK Power Networks teams have been out across the county after strong winds on Friday brought down power cables and fallen trees also damaged lines. Hear from a Hextable resident who was left without power over the weekend, we've also been speaking to the energy minister who's been visiting the county. A yellow weather warning for Storm Franklin has now been lifted but we're told it'll

00:12:22

Podcast: Storm Eunice causes chaos in Kent

KentOnline ·

2022/02/18

On today's podcast, Storm Eunice has been causing chaos in Kent, with lorries blown over, public transport closures and trees toppling. We speak to Southeastern Railway and EuroTunnel about how they're coping. We also chat to the RNLI and Kent Fire and Rescue Service about the work that is going into keeping people safe. Also today, an inquest has heard how a trainee pilot crashed a plane on purpose in Romney Marsh, after finding out he had terminal cancer. Our reporter, Alex Jee, has been at the

00:15:57

Podcast: Storm Eunice to hit hard as people told to...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/17

On today's podcast, we look ahead as Storm Eunice makes it's way towards the county. A Kent farmer has spoken out, as part of a campaign to raise awareness of mental health issues within the industry. A Kent teacher's warning the situation with coronavirus in schools is still extremely difficult and complicated. A driver in Herne Bay claims she was abused by motorists, after rushing to help a woman who tripped over. And... A Kent pub has been awarded its first Michelin star .

00:16:26

PODCAST: ‘I put off my smear test and now I’m infertile’

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2022/02/16

A Herne Bay mum is urging women to get their smear test, after cervical cancer left her unable to have any more children. We speak to her on today’s KentOnline podcast. Also, a former Kent Police officer says the force is ‘in a crisis’ when it comes to public trust. A former Kent Post Office manager has been giving evidence to a public inquiry looking into the wrongful convictions of hundreds of staff. Gym users near Dartford have been hit with £100 fines after changes to the use of its car

00:15:14

Podcast: Shop owner ‘outraged’ after store targeted...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/15

A Kent shop owner says she’s outraged after her store was targeted for a fifth time and police didn’t send anyone, despite staff being attacked. We speak to Emma Pinfold about the string of robberies. Also in today’s podcast, we speak to a Swanscombe mum as hundreds of children with special needs are left in the dark over how they’ll get to school next week. Dozens of swans and geese have been left covered in oil after a serious spill on the River Medway. There are calls for more conversations

00:16:41

Podcast: Thug beat man with clubs and stabbed him in...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/14

A man, who fractured his victims ribs in an attack with golf clubs, before stabbing him in the face, has been convicted. Hear all the details, from our reporter. Also in today’s podcast, a volunteer police cadet has been praised for his quick thinking which helped save a young girl’s life in Medway. Hear from a Kent charity, who say they can’t see ‘any positives’ in cutting homelessness funding. Staff at 44 universities - including Kent - are beginning up to ten days of strike action, in a row over

00:18:58

Podcast: Concern over catapult attacks in Ashford...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/11

There are concerns about yet another spate of catapult attacks in Ashford. This time, a Sainsbury's driver and a boy sat in his bedroom playing computers games have been targeted. Hear from our reporter Alex Jee. Also in today's podcast, there's more reaction to news our council tax bills will be going up. From April, the average band D home will be paying £1,461 a year - that's an increase of £43. Hear from the man in charge of finance at the county council along with the council leader and Labour

00:25:24

Podcast: Damian Aspinall on the future of Howletts,...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/10

The owner of two wild animal parks has been speaking to the KentOnline Podcast about their future. Damian Aspinall would like nothing better than for all zoos to close and animals live in their natural habitat. To try and achieve that, he's hoping to re-wild a herd of elephants currently living at Howletts near Canterbury. That plan has been criticised though with some saying the animals wouldn't survive. Hear what Mr Aspinall has to say in response. Also in today's podcast, it's feared queues of

00:18:49

Podcast: Teddy bears, candles and balloons banned...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/09

Grieving families have been told they can't put mementoes like teddy bears or items including candles and balloons on graves at a Kent church. The decision has been made following a five year dispute involving St Peter's Church in Bredhurst. While some think it's the right decision, not everyone is happy. Also find out the results of our poll. In other news today, a man's been left with knee injuries after a thief drove into him while taking his Range Rover from outside his home in Cliffe. Hear from

00:22:20

Podcast: Street traders in Canterbury fear for their...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/08

Street traders in Canterbury say their futures could be uncertain after the end of the year. The city council say they're going to be carrying out a review so won't be issuing licences beyond December. Hear from the owner of the popular Gourmet Sausage and Burger unit. Also on today's podcast, hear from one of Kent's MPs as Boris Johnson remains under pressure to apologise for comments made about Jimmy Savile. There's a warning from a Kent GP about the effects of energy drinks on children. It's as a

00:20:17

Podcast: Michael Stone’s sister hopes Levi...

KentOnline ·

2022/02/07

The sister of the man serving life for the murders of a mother and daughter in Kent is hoping a confession by a convicted serial killer will see him go free. Lin and Megan Russell were attacked while walking along a lane in Chillenden in 1996. Michael Stone from Gillingham is in jail for the killings but has always maintained his innocence. Yesterday it was revealed Levi Bellfield - who's in prison for the murders of two young women and schoolgirl Milly Dowler - has given a letter to Stone's

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