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Tributes after 'inspirational' student, 23, dies

Tributes after 'inspirational' student, 23, dies

26 September 2014

A straight-A student praised for his bravery when fighting a serious illness has died just days after his 23rd birthday.

'I read about dad's death on the internet'

'I read about dad's death on the internet'

25 September 2014

A pilot's daughter read about a fatal helicopter crash on a news website - and knew instantly that her "hero" dad was dead.

Town to say farewell to big-hearted barber

Town to say farewell to big-hearted barber

22 September 2014

A popular hairdresser who died in a motorcycle crash is to be remembered with Morris dancers and a memorial service in Herne Bay

Tests 'inconclusive' after man dies in river

Tests 'inconclusive' after man dies in river

18 September 2014

More tests will be carried out after a 38-year-old man died in the River Stour just hours after contact with the police.

Veteran actor Sir Donald Sinden dies at Kent home

Veteran actor Sir Donald Sinden dies at Kent home

12 September 2014

The bright lights of the West End will dim this evening as a tribute to actor Sir Donald Sinden, who has died at his Kent home after a long illness.

Southeastern's new deal for Kent despite chequered past

Southeastern's new deal for Kent despite chequered past

11 September 2014

Southeastern has won a deal to run trains in Kent until 2018 - despite ministers admitting passengers have not always had the service they deserve.

Tributes to pub owner after sudden death

Tributes to pub owner after sudden death

05 September 2014

A kind and generous pub owner has been remembered by his family after he died suddenly at his home in France

Lanterns released in memory of biker, 21, killed in crash

Lanterns released in memory of biker, 21, killed in crash

02 September 2014

Young biker, Cameron Bracey "lived life to the full" and has been described as a "gentleman" by a friend who has spoken out on behalf of the family.

Tributes after death of former Folkestone Mayor

Tributes after death of former Folkestone Mayor

26 August 2014

Sadness over passing of George Bunting, veteran Shepway councillor and former Folkestone Mayor.

Tributes after popular baker found dead in woods

Tributes after popular baker found dead in woods

22 August 2014

The death of a 'generous and caring' baker whose body was discovered in woodland has sparked an outpouring of grief.

Tributes flood in to family home of dedicated councillor

Tributes flood in to family home of dedicated councillor

22 August 2014

Loved ones are mourning the loss of a man dedicated to giving the less fortunate a voice.

So much more than a councillor

So much more than a councillor

15 August 2014

The funeral of Cllr Nancy Wightman takes place today at St Mary's church, Stone, as tributes are paid by her son.

Broadcaster and business campaigner dies

Broadcaster and business campaigner dies

10 August 2014

A former broadcaster who went on to become an outspoken supporter of a Thames estuary airport has died.

Man whose restaurant attracted stars of the day has died

Man whose restaurant attracted stars of the day has died

07 August 2014

Popular restaurateur dies at the age of 89.

Tributes after death of Dartford councillor

Tributes after death of Dartford councillor

04 August 2014

Tributes have been paid to Dartford councillor Nancy Wightman who has died.

"We will remember them"

"We will remember them"

04 August 2014

A memorial service took place in Whitstable this morning to remember the men killed during the First World War.

Funeral for woman with 'ready smile' found dead in woods

Funeral for woman with 'ready smile' found dead in woods

02 August 2014

Mourners are to say their final farewells at the funeral of a woman with a 'ready smile and positive attitude' after she was found hanged in woods.

Baby takes name of tragic father after bike death

Baby takes name of tragic father after bike death

30 July 2014

The fiancee of a young biker killed in a crash has revealed she has named their baby boy after him to help ease her pain.

Ex Lord Mayor and council leader loses battle with cancer

Ex Lord Mayor and council leader loses battle with cancer

29 July 2014

"He was a lovely guy and a true gent". MP Sir Roger Gale pays tribute to former council leader and Lord Mayor Jim Nock who has died.

Tragedy of young mum's mystery death at home

Tragedy of young mum's mystery death at home

25 July 2014

Friends and family of an 'inspirational' young mother have been left stunned after she died suddenly at home.

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