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Why thousands of new Kent homes could now be built

Why thousands of new Kent homes could now be built

31 July 2022

A long-awaited solution to an environmental issue stalling thousands of new homes across Kent has finally been announced.

Port traffic 'flowing normally' despite warning

Port traffic 'flowing normally' despite warning

30 July 2022

Traffic is reportedly 'flowing normally' at the Port of Dover this morning after an amber warning for congestion was put in place.

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Huge Disney cruise ship docks in Kent

Huge Disney cruise ship docks in Kent

30 July 2022

A towering Disney cruise ship with 11 decks made a return to Kent this morning.

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Explosions heard as car destroyed in blaze at shopping centre

Explosions heard as car destroyed in blaze at shopping centre

29 July 2022

Loud bangs have been heard while thick black smoke billows from a shopping centre car park after a car blaze.

Weapon obsessed prison guard held prostitute at gunpoint and raped her

Weapon obsessed prison guard held prostitute at gunpoint and raped her

29 July 2022

A prison guard who twice raped a sex worker and stockpiled weapons at his home has been locked up.

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'We demand answers to fix Kent gridlock'

'We demand answers to fix Kent gridlock'

29 July 2022

Leaders across the county have joined forces to demand the government finds a solution to stop chaos on Kent's roads.

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Pirates, Minions and Father Christmas join carnival parade

Pirates, Minions and Father Christmas join carnival parade

29 July 2022

Thousands of people descended on a seafront last night for an annual carnival, which saw even Santa join the parade.

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Killer PC Couzens will die behind bars after appeal dismissed

Killer PC Couzens will die behind bars after appeal dismissed

29 July 2022

The police officer who raped and murdered Sarah Everard will never be released from prison after his appeal was dismissed.

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First-of-its-kind traffic warning issued ahead of more predicted port chaos

First-of-its-kind traffic warning issued ahead of more predicted port chaos

29 July 2022

Drivers are being warned to expect severe congestion on the roads today and tomorrow, with the AA issuing its first-ever amber traffic warning.

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Oil spill heading for Kent coast

Oil spill heading for Kent coast

29 July 2022

Agencies are working against the clock to prevent oil slick from impacting the county's shoreline.

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Suspect charged after bomb squad find war-time grenade

Suspect charged after bomb squad find war-time grenade

28 July 2022

A suspect has been charged after a Second World War grenade was found at a home, sparking a large emergency response.

Drivers warned 'be prepared' ahead of 'extremely busy' weekend at ports

Drivers warned 'be prepared' ahead of 'extremely busy' weekend at ports

28 July 2022

Highway bosses are urging drivers to plan ahead as more traffic chaos is predicted this weekend at Kent's ports.

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Benches smashed and football played at cemetery

Benches smashed and football played at cemetery

28 July 2022

Benches were smashed and children have been playing football at a cemetery.

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Family's heartache after 'loving' father's death

Family's heartache after 'loving' father's death

27 July 2022

A heartbroken family have paid tribute to a much-loved father and football coach who has sadly passed away.

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France and UK 'passed responsibility' as 32 died

France and UK 'passed responsibility' as 32 died

27 July 2022

An investigation has claimed British and French emergency services passed responsibility as 32 people died in the Channel.

Long queues return on first day of train strikes

Long queues return on first day of train strikes

27 July 2022

The first day of train strikes has brought with it extra cars on the road and queues at Eurotunnel and Dover.

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Rail strikes add to tourism industry woes in Kent

Rail strikes add to tourism industry woes in Kent

27 July 2022

Rail strikes are set to add to the woes of Kent's tourist attractions, following cross-Channel travel chaos which saw visitor numbers drop.

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Man arrested after grenade found at house

Man arrested after grenade found at house

26 July 2022

A man has been arrested on firearms offences after a grenade was found in a house.

Council stream plan sparks Mickey Mouse TikTok fears

Council stream plan sparks Mickey Mouse TikTok fears

26 July 2022

A councillor says she fears plans to continue livestreaming meetings and begin archiving them online could see colleagues mocked on TikTok.

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Forces' Sweetheart statue won't be installed at cliffs

Forces' Sweetheart statue won't be installed at cliffs

26 July 2022

A statue of Forces' Sweetheart Dame Vera Lynn will not be installed at the White Cliffs of Dover after her family opted against the plans.

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