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Road would be needed if homes plan goes ahead

Road would be needed if homes plan goes ahead

30 June 2017

An alternative access route is needed before councillors will support a scheme to build almost 70 new houses off Dover Road

Sick dog dumped outside vets

Sick dog dumped outside vets

30 June 2017

The RSPCA is appealing for information after an unwell dog was found tied up outside a veterinary surgery.

Almighty ding dong!

Almighty ding dong!

29 June 2017

Decibel tests are to be taken on the centuries-old clock chimes at a Kent church because of a single complaint from a neighbour.

Flats blaze fears after Grenfell

Flats blaze fears after Grenfell

29 June 2017

Residents say their flats complex has had no recent extinguisher inspections and the back exit gate is locked.

Miners proved better subjects than fashion models for photo study

Miners proved better subjects than fashion models for photo study

28 June 2017

A collection of images has shed new light on our Kent mining heritage and reunited ex-miners in the process.

Villagers celebrate the coal-den years

Villagers celebrate the coal-den years

28 June 2017

Bumper celebrations marked a special anniversary for a mining village when it celebrated being 90 years old.

Bus service consultation is extended

Bus service consultation is extended

28 June 2017

Stagecoach has extended its consultation on plans to change its bus services across the district until Monday

Fall in migrants going through holding centre

Fall in migrants going through holding centre

27 June 2017

A holding centre for migrants who have tried to sneak into the country in lorries and boats has seen a huge drop in numbers.

New home for P22 gunboat

New home for P22 gunboat

26 June 2017

A P22 gunboat - the only one still afloat out of a fleet of 23 - is moving home tomorrow and people are invited to join in the welcome party

Takeover offer 'significantly undervalues' firm

Takeover offer 'significantly undervalues' firm

22 June 2017

Model maker Hornby said a takeover bid by its largest shareholder "significantly undervalues" the company.

Prizes for dedicated workers as part of Carers Week

Prizes for dedicated workers as part of Carers Week

22 June 2017

Carers were given chances to win prizes from a prize draw and the National Lottery as a thank-you for the work they do.

Help honour Kent's inspiring children

Help honour Kent's inspiring children

22 June 2017

Time is running out to nominate a youngster who has battled adversity for a prestigious annual awards ceremony.

 Deluge of protest at ‘bizarre’ plan to change bus routes

Deluge of protest at ‘bizarre’ plan to change bus routes

21 June 2017

Bus users have reacted angrily to plans for major changes to bus services around the district

Hornby receives takeover offer

Hornby receives takeover offer

21 June 2017

The largest shareholder in model maker Hornby has made a takeover bid for the company, valuing it at £27.4 million.

Hornby losses widen

Hornby losses widen

21 June 2017

The train-set maker increased losses in its annual financial results but said its turnaround plan is on track.

New cash for labs and offices

New cash for labs and offices

21 June 2017

The owner of one of Kent’s largest commercial estates is to invest £5 million in new laboratories and office space.

Mum dedicates Queen’s honour to disabled son

Mum dedicates Queen’s honour to disabled son

21 June 2017

A mum who has been awarded a Queen's honour for her services to children with disabilities has dedicated it to her son who has Down's syndrome.

Schools 'helping drive cruel trade in chicks'

Schools 'helping drive cruel trade in chicks'

20 June 2017

A Kent animal charity has called for an end to hatching chicks in classrooms, saying most end up being slaughtered after the novelty wears off.

Man's horrific bonfire burns

Man's horrific bonfire burns

17 June 2017

A householder suffered 25% burns to his limbs from a bonfire.

Mum admits possessing extreme pornography

Mum admits possessing extreme pornography

17 June 2017

A woman with a 14-year-old son was caught with hundreds of illegal images, including many of children, on an account linked to her email.

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