Podcast: Cocaine addict mum from Ramsgate ‘out of it’ on school run in Broadstairs had car keys taken off her by stranger

A court has heard a cocaine addict was so “out of it” on the school run that members of the public took her car keys and walked her children to class.

Other parents became concerned when he stopped her car in the middle of the road – the judge told her it was one of the worst cases of drug driving he’d ever seen. 

Also in today’s podcast, you can hear from a GP after a new study laid bare the extent to which Kent’s youngsters have become addicted to nicotine through vaping.

A survey of 5,493 pupils at 33 schools in the county showed that around 10% are current vapers.

developer has closed a “godsend” cut-through road after facing delays to complete improvements aimed at keeping pedestrians safe.

The housebuilder says it has come up against factors “outside” of its control in being able to start widening and installing footpaths in Canterbury.

In football, it was third time lucky for Gillingham at Accrington as they finally made a free-kick count to grab a late equaliser.

We spoke to manager John Coleman after Saturday’s match who say his prayers have been answered. 

And an American seafood chain is set to open its first UK location in the county this summer.

It’s known for its fried fish and platters, and has 535 branches in 52 states.