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Young mum reveals how ex-boyfriend controlled her life

Young mum reveals how ex-boyfriend controlled her life

10 September 2024

In today’s podcast, hear from our reporter who’s been speaking to a young mum about the ordeal she suffered as her boyfriend controlled her life.

Water damage leaves families in temporary accommodation

Water damage leaves families in temporary accommodation

09 September 2024

In today’s podcast, several families have lost their homes as a block of flats has been condemned.

Double tragedy as two bodies found on railway tracks

Double tragedy as two bodies found on railway tracks

06 September 2024

In today’s podcast, police are investigating after the bodies were found on railway tracks in different parts of the county.

“Toilet gate” making pupils feel like they're in prison

“Toilet gate” making pupils feel like they're in prison

05 September 2024

In today’s podcast, parents want Herne Bay High School to take down a gate which stops students using toilets during lessons.

Dover shop closing over Entry/Exit system fears

Dover shop closing over Entry/Exit system fears

04 September 2024

In today’s podcast, the owner of a Dover business fears customers will be put off amid warnings of 15 hour delays.

Fears of swimming ban at busy Kent beach

Fears of swimming ban at busy Kent beach

03 September 2024

In today’s podcast, there are fears a swimming ban could be introduced at one of Kent’s busiest beaches next summer due to bacteria in the sea.

Fears as mystery buyer snaps up land

Fears as mystery buyer snaps up land

02 September 2024

In today’s podcast, a mystery buyer has snapped up plots of land leading to fears it’ll affect residents’ privacy and house prices.

“Struggling” Folkestone cafe to close after three weeks

“Struggling” Folkestone cafe to close after three weeks

30 August 2024

In today’s podcast, the owners of a Folkestone town centre cafe say they’re struggling to draw customers away from the bustling sea front.

Blood soaked floors found at Ashford business given zero-star rating

Blood soaked floors found at Ashford business given zero-star rating

29 August 2024

In today’s podcast, inspectors also found raw meat being found next to fresh food and mould in the kitchen.

Teacher chased by debt collectors for paying £2.50 parking charge

Teacher chased by debt collectors for paying £2.50 parking charge

28 August 2024

In today’s podcast, a man is being threatened with court action over £140 fine despite him paying the £2.50 parking charge.

“Rotten egg” smell on Ashford estate despite £4.3 million spend

“Rotten egg” smell on Ashford estate despite £4.3 million spend

27 August 2024

In today’s podcast, people living on an Ashford estate say they can’t open their windows due to the sickening stench.

Flowerbeds trashed by “disrespectful” Instagrammers

Flowerbeds trashed by “disrespectful” Instagrammers

23 August 2024

In today’s podcast, Canterbury residents angry at flowerbeds being trashed by tourists taking pictures at an Instagram hotspot.

Cowering driver arrested after A2 “mayhem”

Cowering driver arrested after A2 “mayhem”

22 August 2024

In today’s podcast, the driver of a stolen jag tried to push his way through back up traffic to evade police.

“Mindless” teens slammed for setting pub furniture alight

“Mindless” teens slammed for setting pub furniture alight

21 August 2024

In today’s podcast, the boss of the Coach and Horses in Strood says someone could have been killed in the blaze.

Young boy shouted “Mummy, I’m scared” as they hid from knife-wielding boyfriend

Young boy shouted “Mummy, I’m scared” as they hid from knife-wielding boyfriend

20 August 2024

In today’s podcast, a Deal mum and her young son hid behind cars as her boyfriend warned “I’m going to get you”.

Parking charge hike “disaster” for residents but council revenue almost doubles

Parking charge hike “disaster” for residents but council revenue almost doubles

19 August 2024

In today’s podcast, residents have slammed a Kent council for “raking it in” follow a parking charge hike of nearly 600%.

Paul Hollywood’s wife given permission to turn village pub into house

Paul Hollywood’s wife given permission to turn village pub into house

16 August 2024

In today’s podcast, the wife of celebrity baker Paul Hollywood has been given permission to convert her family’s village pub into a home.

Spaces in town where parking is ‘impossible’ on market for £150k

Spaces in town where parking is ‘impossible’ on market for £150k

15 August 2024

In today’s podcast, three spaces have gone on the market in a Kent town where residents say they struggle to park near their homes.

Iconic restaurant to close after 47 years

Iconic restaurant to close after 47 years

14 August 2024

In today’s podcast, the owners of an iconic Michelin restaurant have revealed why they’ve decided to close after 47 years.

Rat infestation “destroys everything” in Hawkinge house

Rat infestation “destroys everything” in Hawkinge house

13 August 2024

In today’s podcast, the mum of two young boys says they’re forced to sleep in the living room with rats taking over their bedrooms.

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