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How to make the takeaways you crave in lockdown

How to make the takeaways you crave in lockdown

16 April 2020

Kent chefs have offered up recipes for McDonald's, KFC and Burger King favourites to satisfy fast food cravings during the coronavirus restrictions.

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Holiday let owner still receiving booking requests

Holiday let owner still receiving booking requests

15 April 2020

A holiday let owner has told how people from as far away as Hertfordshire are enquiring about staying in his seaside getaway during lockdown.

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Porpoise found dead on beach

Porpoise found dead on beach

15 April 2020

The carcass of a marine mammal has been discovered by a passer-by on a beach.

'Virus could be saviour of local fishing industry'

'Virus could be saviour of local fishing industry'

15 April 2020

A fishing association chairman has helped launch a campaign encouraging people to buy locally-caught fish.

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Who do you think you are? How to trace your family tree in Kent

Who do you think you are? How to trace your family tree in Kent

15 April 2020

Do you have Royal ancestors, or links to murky characters of distant days gone by? Find out how to trace your family history here.

Large drive-thru 'hot site' opens

Large drive-thru 'hot site' opens

14 April 2020

A huge drive-thru hot site for assessing potential Covid-19 patients has opened today.

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The journey behind the rhinestone jumpsuits and leather jackets

The journey behind the rhinestone jumpsuits and leather jackets

13 April 2020

From former police inspectors to ex reality TV stars, there are plenty of tribute acts in Kent. We peeped under the wigs to see what makes them sing.

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Coast on flood alert

Coast on flood alert

12 April 2020

Some seaside spots and riverside areas have put been on standby for possible flooding.

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In pictures: Kent as you've never seen it

In pictures: Kent as you've never seen it

12 April 2020

Aerial images have revealed how empty Kent's streets are amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Floodgates closed amid high tide fears

Floodgates closed amid high tide fears

12 April 2020

Floodgates in Kent have been closed ahead of a predicted higher than expected tide caused by changing winds.

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Couple abused for challenging group in skate park

Couple abused for challenging group in skate park

12 April 2020

A couple say they were subjected to vile abuse as they confronted four bikers for flouting safe-distancing rules.

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Pub and bar owners hit back

Pub and bar owners hit back

11 April 2020

The people behind takeaway services have had their say, as people take to social media to criticise their working practices.

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Farmer's warning after sheep mauled by sausage dog

Farmer's warning after sheep mauled by sausage dog

10 April 2020

A farmer fears more of his livestock could be disrupted this weekend after two of his sheep were mauled.

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Man charged after attempted post office robbery

Man charged after attempted post office robbery

09 April 2020

A man has been charged following an attempt to rob cash and tobacco at a post office.

NHS graffiti tribute by 'Kent's Banksy'

NHS graffiti tribute by 'Kent's Banksy'

09 April 2020

An anonymous Kent street artist has sprayed a new piece dedicated to 'superhuman' medics fighting on the frontline of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Sentencing delayed for pair involved in shooting

Sentencing delayed for pair involved in shooting

08 April 2020

Two men due to be sentenced for their involvement in a park shooting will have to wait to hear their fate after the hearing was adjourned.

More than 1,000 seek help from virus support hub

More than 1,000 seek help from virus support hub

08 April 2020

A newly launched community hub is coordinating hundreds of volunteers who are helping to deliver vital groceries and prescriptions to those in need.

Residents' joy as 'Elvis' sings to street

Residents' joy as 'Elvis' sings to street

07 April 2020

Watch as an Elvis impersonator helped lift the spirits of his neighbours in lockdown by singing covers of famous tracks to his street.

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Scammers exploit Covid-19 fears with 'council tax' texts

Scammers exploit Covid-19 fears with 'council tax' texts

07 April 2020

Criminals are attempting to profiteer from anxieties surrounding the coronavirus with fraudulent messages claiming to be from local authorities.

Couple's anger over £1k bill to move wedding

Couple's anger over £1k bill to move wedding

07 April 2020

A couple forced to cancel their wedding amid the Covid-19 outbreak were told to pay £1,000 to postpone their big day until next year.

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