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A teenager has been taken to a London hospital for treatment following a stabbing in Canterbury.Witnesses say the 17-year-old was able to stagger from Edward Road before collapsing outside a Premier Inn.Hear from reporter Lydia Chantler-Hicks who has been to the scene.Also in today’s podcast, it’s the deadline for all care home staff in Kent to be fully vaccinated against Covid.It’s also been announced all NHS staff will have to be double jabbed by next April – hear from a GP from Strood and a solicitor based in Maidstone.A school is investigating after a fight amongst pupils broke out on a bus.Footage has emerged of the scrap on the Stagecoach service being used by students from Spires Academy in Canterbury.A homeless man who has been set fire to and attacked while sleeping rough says he’s hoping to put it all behind him after securing a job.Michael Cordes has been repeatedly targeted since he ended up on the streets in May following a relationship breakdown.He has been updating the podcast on finding work and starting training.And, remembrance events have been taking place on Armistice Day.Hear from a nurse who led the silence on kmfm.

Rats have nibbled their way through a data cable at a petrol station meaning managers were unable to change their prices.Hear from our reporter John Nurden who’s been following the story at the Tesco garage on the Isle of Sheppey.Also in today’s podcast, the health secretary’s refused to rule out making Covid booster jabs compulsory for restaurants, bars and on trains.It’s something that’s come into force in France. Hear from a virologist on why we need an extra jab and one GP gives us his thoughts on potential restrictions.In more health news, fresh support’s being given to new mums and dads in Kent who’re struggling with their mental health.More access to health care professionals like midwives and GPs is being made available after research found nearly 3 in 5 have experienced depression and low mood. Jo Harrison from Maidstone has been telling her story.As Cop26 continues in Glasgow, young people are meeting for a climate conference in Gravesend and say world leaders need to act more urgently.We’ve been speaking to the chair of Gravesham youth council.And, ahead of Remembrance Day tomorrow, we’ve been speaking to volunteers who’ve been selling poppies in Kent.

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 of recent cases of drink spiking.
Influencers from Kent have been telling the KentOnline Podcast about abuse they’ve suffered from trolls.
They’ve been speaking out on Social Media Kindness Day which was set up following the death of Caroline Flack.
And, find out who Gillingham will play in the second round of the FA Cup, if they win their replay next week.

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 pressure on the health service this winter.A search is under way for a rare dog thought to have been stolen from a van at Bluewater.Björn disappeared while his owners popped into the shopping centre on their way home at the weekend.Michael Fox and Johanna Kerwien say they are desperate for the two-year-old Russian bolonka to be found.Strictly head judge Shirley Ballas has been chatting to our sister radio station kmfm about appearing in panto in Kent this Christmas.And, the Gillingham boss was not happy with the referee following their draw with Cheltenham Town in the FA Cup at the weekend.Hear what he had to say to our reporter Luke Cawdell after the game at Priestfield.

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 Tunbridge Wells hospital.
Hear the moment he was arrested at his home, from the chief executive of the hospital trust, and Kent’s Police and Crime Commissioner as there are now calls for a public inquiry.
Also in today’s podcast, as the Cop26 summit continues we hear about a company in Kent trying to harness wind energy.
Young activists are also planning to meet in Medway later.
It’s bonfire night tonight but there are calls from some for the sale of fireworks for private displays to be banned.
Hear why it’s not always a great evening for pet owners.
And, Gillingham take a break from the league this weekend – find out who they’re facing in the first round of the FA Cup.

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 revealed on yesterday’s podcast how more than 20,000 people had made the dangerous journey so far this year.
Hear the moment three men who ram raided a Co-op in Medway were chased by police and eventually arrested.
They even drove on the wrong side of the Ratcliffe Highway as they tried to get away.
Medway’s Dr Ranj is urging parents to get their children vaccinated against flu this winter.
It’s feared the NHS could be put under extreme pressure if vulnerable people get it.
And, a new foodhall has opened in Maidstone.
It’s cost almost half a million pounds to build the facility and we were at the opening night.

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 put in place before the harsh winter weather sets in.Bridget Chapman from Kent Refugee Action Network has been speaking after figures revealed more than 20,000 people have made the dangerous crossing via the Channel in small boats so far this year.As Cop26 continues in Glasgow, find out what’s being doing to deal with litter that ends up in the River Thames in Kent.All this week we’re showcasing people in Kent who are doing their bit to tackle climate change and improve the environment – today we shine a spotlight on the Port of London Authority.A Deal man who struggled to have a baby with his partner has revealed how couples often feel ‘isolated’ and ‘forgotten about’.Toby Trice had been trying to conceive for four years and has spoken out as part of National Fertility Week.And, Little Mix have been chatting to our sister radio station kmfm ahead of the launch of their new album.Between Us is out next week and marks their 10th anniversary.

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 accused of murdering two young women in Kent more than 30 years ago continues.A group of MPs are calling for the rollout of smart motorways, like the stretch of the M20 near Maidstone, to be suspended.Hear from the man who chairs the transport select committee.The mum of a girl from Aylesham who has a rare form of epilepsy has joined a protest calling for cannabis based medication to be made available to her and other families on the NHS.It’s three years since the drugs were legalised but many, like Emma Appleby, are still having to pay for them.As Cop26 continues hear from two people in Medway who are doing their bit to help tackle climate change.And, three police officers who rescued a man from a 50ft drop in a quarry in Northfleet have been nominated for a National Police Bravery Award.Hear how the rescue unfolded after being captured on their body-worn cameras.

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 on the Portrait of Black Britain in a bid to tackle racism.Hear the moment he was approached at the shopping centre back in the summer and find out why he’s decided to return.As Cop26 takes place in Glasgow, all this week we’re going to hear from some of the people in Kent doing their bit to tackle climate change.Today you can hear from eight-year-old Summer Harman from Northfleet who was inspired after watching a David Attenborough documentary.A Kent teenager who lost both of his parents within months of each other was at the Pride of Britain awards at the weekend.Jeremy Daubeny from Tunbridge Wells raised more than £37,000 for The MND Association and The Brain Tumour Charity in memory of his mum and dad.He’s been describing his epic challenge to find the best cooked breakfast.Kent drag queen River Medway has been speaking after leaving Drag Race UK.She sashayed away after losing the Lip Sync battle last week.And in football, find out why some fans have been banned from Priestfield and the boss reacts to a frustrating weekend on the pitch.

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 Covid update as latest figures show the number of people in hospital in Kent has gone up by more than a third in the space of a week.With the start of Cop26 just two days away, the KentOnline Podcast has been told the UK government is setting an incredibly bad example.World leaders will be meeting for climate talks in Glasgow from Sunday – hear from a green party councillor from Tonbridge and a man who is planning to protest at the conference.Work has started on a huge production that’s going to take place at Rochester Castle featuring dancers, parkour runners and performers.’If Not Now’ has been inspired by the pandemic and will look at how communities can come together and force change – whether that’s tackling inequality or climate change.Nancy Hirst from Icon Theatre explains more.Jax was on the Hit List on our sister radio station kmfm last night – hear what she had to say.And we catch up with the Gillingham captain ahead of this weekend’s game against Accrington Stanley.