Find local news in Kent

Home   Categories   Grid

News

Mystery over body found in woods near Sainsbury's

Mystery over body found in woods near Sainsbury's

13 January 2023

A man was found dead in woods by a member of the public almost three months ago - but has still not been identified.

Midwifery students in limbo as course remains suspended

Midwifery students in limbo as course remains suspended

12 January 2023

Students enrolled on a midwifery course that was suspended over quality concerns have been left in limbo again after plans to resume teaching stalled.

1
Heroes save the day after 52 weddings cancelled

Heroes save the day after 52 weddings cancelled

12 January 2023

After the news two hotels will be closing, leaving 52 weddings needing to be rearranged, hotels, venues and suppliers have stepped in to help.

4
Kent Asda suspended from selling lottery tickets after boy buys scratchcard

Kent Asda suspended from selling lottery tickets after boy buys scratchcard

12 January 2023

An Asda store has been suspended from selling lottery tickets after a boy bought a scratchcard - despite being 11 years below the legal age limit.

31
Car hire club to expand

Car hire club to expand

12 January 2023

An eco-friendly car hire scheme has been given the nod to expand to another town centre.

1
Britain First to stand for election in Kent

Britain First to stand for election in Kent

12 January 2023

Far-right political group Britain First has announced it will be contesting seats in part of the county in the upcoming elections for the first time.

Pedestrian, 75, dies after being hit by van

Pedestrian, 75, dies after being hit by van

12 January 2023

Police are appealing for witnesses after a pensioner died in hospital after being hit near a football stadium.

Baby joy for parents whose son died in nursery choking tragedy

Baby joy for parents whose son died in nursery choking tragedy

12 January 2023

A couple whose baby boy tragically died after choking at nursery are celebrating the birth of their second child.

4
Another place to eat the 'biggest pizza in Kent'

Another place to eat the 'biggest pizza in Kent'

12 January 2023

A family business is opening its second restaurant at the end of the month, with a huge offering on the menu.

8
Passport fees to rise in weeks

Passport fees to rise in weeks

12 January 2023

The price of both an adult and child passport is increasing and the government plans to hike prices in a matter of weeks.

4
Restaurant thanks community for support after power cut

Restaurant thanks community for support after power cut

12 January 2023

An Indian restaurant is thanking customers with a fantastic offer, after showing their support when a power cut forced the place to shut.

1
Car hits lamppost at busy roundabout

Car hits lamppost at busy roundabout

12 January 2023

Drivers experienced some delays after a car collided with a lamppost and knocked it over.

18
15 more weddings axed as another hotel announces closure

15 more weddings axed as another hotel announces closure

12 January 2023

Fifteen couples have had their wedding dreams dashed after it was announced a second Kent hotel has suddenly cancelled bookings ahead of its closure.

22
How 'birthplace of British Army' is being torn down for 1,200 new homes

How 'birthplace of British Army' is being torn down for 1,200 new homes

12 January 2023

Historic barracks described as "the birthplace of the modern British Army" have been torn down to make way for a new housing estate.

12
Hundreds of Kent patients well enough to leave hospital forced to stay

Hundreds of Kent patients well enough to leave hospital forced to stay

11 January 2023

Hundreds of patients are continuing to be kept in hospitals in Kent even though they are well enough to be discharged, latest figures show.

12
Three taken to hospital as police close busy road after crash

Three taken to hospital as police close busy road after crash

11 January 2023

Three people have been taken to hospital following a crash which caused heavy traffic this afternoon.

Most popular kitten and puppy names revealed

Most popular kitten and puppy names revealed

11 January 2023

The top puppy and kitten names chosen by new owners in 2022 have been revealed by Pets at Home but is your furry friend's moniker on the list?

High street store endures fifth break-in in three years

High street store endures fifth break-in in three years

11 January 2023

A crime-hit high street shop has been broken into for the fifth time in three years, sparking another police probe.

7
Woman with knife tries to mug man at bus stop

Woman with knife tries to mug man at bus stop

11 January 2023

A woman with a black scarf across her face who was thought to be carrying a knife tried to mug a man at a bus stop.

2
Baby Jesus stolen from crib outside church

Baby Jesus stolen from crib outside church

11 January 2023

A reverend is considering tying Jesus to his crib next year after the baby was stolen from a nativity scene outside a church.

8
This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies - Learn More