Friday 2nd October 2026
Issue 2431
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Thursday 1st October
- Witnesses sought following burglary at Tonbridge business
- Missing girl safely located – Swanley
- Appeal after dog found deceased in Gravesend
- Assault in Bluewater car park
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Tuesday 29th September
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Thursday 1st October
- Copper piping recovered and suspected Folkestone burglar arrested
- Jailed Tonbridge drug dealer ordered to pay £215,000
- Nuisance bike in Faversham seized
- More than 30 charges secured in Dover bike crime crackdown
- Sittingbourne knife attacker jailed for causing lifelong injuries
- Police dog and handler win national crimefighting award
- Murder investigation launched following death of man in Deal
- Rochester man jailed for sexual abuse of a child
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Thursday 1st October
- Boost your protection ahead of winter
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Thursday 1st October
- Police Property Fund applications open – how to apply for £2,000 grants
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Wednesday 30th September
- House fire in Gravesend
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Thursday 1st October
- Flu vaccinations now available for all eligible residents
- Young driver road safety programme expanded
- Kent Trading Standards prosecute doorstep criminals in major fraud case
- Conference to promote support for military personnel
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Wednesday 30th September
- Scam speeding text
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Thursday 1st October
- 1 October – Families warned over dangerous online baby ads
- 30 September – Shein Children’s Wooden Acrylic Rainbow Sensory Blocks recalled due to asbestos contamination
- 28 September – TU Tote Shopper Bags recalled due to serious chemical risk
- 25 September – World of Sweets recalls Dubai-style chocolate because of contamination with Salmonella
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Thursday 1st October
How To Spot A Police Impersonation Scam
Scammers steal money and personal details in this convincing scam
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Should You Have An Emergency Kit? Here’s What You Need To Pack
Following government advice, having an emergency plan and supplies could be a huge help if your power, water or heat is cut off
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Spear-phishing: ‘I Was Targeted By This Highly Manipulative Scam’
Crafted just for you, persuasive scams are lurking in your inbox. Here’s how you can spot and stop them
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7 Foods You Should Think Twice About Before Reheating In The Air Fryer – And What To Do Instead
Discover which leftovers are best kept out of the air fryer, plus expert tips to help preserve flavour, restore texture and achieve tasty results
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Your Rights If Your River Cruise Itinerary Changes
The summer’s drought conditions on the Rhine and Danube could continue through autumn
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Why Menopause Supplements Aren’t Worth It
I’ve reviewed 26 menopause supplements plus the evidence behind each ingredient, and this is why I think most people don’t need them
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How To Remove AI From Your Life
AI is becoming increasingly tricky to avoid, but you may not want or use the features it offers. Find out how to switch off or limit AI on Android, Apple devices, and Windows computers
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Air Fryer Recipe Fails: What Causes Them And How To Fix Them
Are your chips undercooked on the bottom but burnt on top? Is your chicken too dry? Avoid annoying air fryer mistakes with our expert tips
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I Paid £1,800 For An Airbnb, But It Had Bedbugs. What Should I Do?
Plus, how to check for, and get rid of bed bugs
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What You Thought You Knew About Calories Is All Wrong
Body-weight expert Professor Giles Yeo MBE cuts through the confusion and explains what you should pay attention to on food labels
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Compensation For Heating Oil Customers Left Out Of Pocket By Energy Crisis
If you were affected by soaring heating oil prices in March 2026, you may be eligible for compensation. Support for vulnerable heating oil customers is also available – here’s what we know so far.
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Houses Of Parliament Used In New Booking.com Scam
Westminster base for hundreds of MPs used in fake luxury flat listing
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Sevenoaks
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Checked : Friday 2nd October. Updated : Thursday 1st October
- Countdown begins to new wheelie bin collections, including glass recycling!
| We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued: If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No. | |
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| Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge | |
| Westerham Road in Chevening | On Monday 28th of September around 06:16. Somebody broke into an Audi parked on a driveway, nothing appears to have been stolen. Crime Report No. 46/160869/26 |
| Dunton Green and Riverhead | |
| Church Field in Riverhead | Between 00:01 on Sunday 20th of September and 23:59 on Saturday 26th of September. Somebody gained access to a garage at a residential property. They do not appear to have taken anything. Crime Report No. 46/161959/26 |
| Church Field in Riverhead | Between 17:30 on Sunday 27th of September and 20:15 on Tuesday 29th of September. Somebody broke into a building at a residential property. They stole pairs of trainers. Crime Report No. 46/161903/26 |
| Edenbridge North and East | |
| Ridge Way in Edenbridge | On Wednesday 30th of September around 19:10. Somebody gained access to a residential property. They stole cash. Crime Report No. 46/162399/26 |
| Fawkham and West Kingsdown | |
| London Road in West Kingsdown | On Tuesday 29th of September between 21:40 and 21:52. Somebody stole fuel from a petrol station. Crime Report No. 46/162315/26 |
| Sevenoaks Town and St John’s | |
| Bradbourne Vale Road in Sevenoaks | Between 12:30 on Sunday 27th of September and 16:30 on Monday 28th of September. Somebody damaged a Hyundai parked in the road. Crime Report No. 46/162115/26 |
| Swanley White Oak | |
| Strawberry Fields in Swanley | On Sunday 27th of September around 19:22. Somebody tried to damage the front door of a residential property. Crime Report No. 46/160698/26 |
| Westerham and Crockham Hill | |
| Main Road in Westerham | On Saturday 26th of September around 12:43. Somebody broke into a business property. The owner is still to provide a list of stolen items, if any. Crime Report No. 46/162039/26 |
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