Latest Ashford Borough Council News
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Major London rail terminals to shut for 22 days from tomorrowCommuters and rail passengers can expect three weeks of disruption as major London terminals serving Kent close for 22 days this weekend. -
‘I’m going to make this the best restaurant in the town centre’A doctor who has reduced his hours to open a new Indian eatery says he wants to make it the “best restaurant in town”.
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‘Padel court has killed our wedding trade - people are worried about the noise’A wedding venue owner says the opening of a padel court has devastated bookings - as couples fear noise from matches will disrupt their big day. -
'People can't afford it anymore': Fuel thefts soar in Kent since Iran warPetrol station workers fear renewed hostilities involving Iran could trigger another surge in fuel theft following a spike when war first broke out. -
'Rambo knife teen stole my son's bike in broad daylight'A thug held a Rambo knife to a 15-year-old boy's throat before robbing the £2,600 electric bike he had saved for. -
Drivers face month of delays as gas works begin on major A-roadDrivers face a month of delays as work to improve gas infrastructure on a main route has begun. -
First-ever yob crackdown approved for historic Kent townA town described as the "jewel of the Weald" has approved its first crackdown on antisocial behaviour following a rise in reported incidents. -
‘Left in the dark’: Residents’ fury as government ‘secretly’ sets up giant emergency car parkResidents have been left stunned after the government “secretly” set up a giant emergency car park on their doorstep. -
‘My jaw hit the deck when I was told the price’There are fishy tales and a seaside shock for Secret Drinker as he heads to a pub on one of Kent’s best beaches. -
‘The work of turning around South East Water starts now’: New CEO pledges changes on first dayThe new boss of a crisis-hit water firm has pledged to make changes but says the “transformation will not be easy”.
Latest Canterbury City Council News
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Brutal murder: Witnesses point to new suspect in 1996 killingsCrucial witnesses have come forward to identify a Kent man as a suspect in the Chillenden murders 30 years ago. -
'People can't afford it anymore': Fuel thefts soar in Kent since Iran warPetrol station workers fear renewed hostilities involving Iran could trigger another surge in fuel theft following a spike when war first broke out.
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Drug gang behind £150k heroin and crack cocaine network jailed for combined 16 yearsMembers of a gang responsible for channelling £150,000 worth of drugs into Kent have been jailed. -
‘Moving to Kent hospital in the 1980s was a culture shock - but I’ve loved it’A nurse who moved to a Kent hospital more than 40 years ago has hung up her uniform for the final time. -
Herd of elephants to stay at wildlife park despite £250k Africa rewilding fundraiserBosses at a wildlife sanctuary have confirmed their 12 elephants will remain at the site indefinitely despite efforts to rewild the herd to Africa. -
‘The work of turning around South East Water starts now’: New CEO pledges changes on first dayThe new boss of a crisis-hit water firm has pledged to make changes but says the “transformation will not be easy”. -
‘It’s so exciting!’ First look inside Kent wildlife park’s huge £2.5m expansionA wildlife park is celebrating the opening of its new £2.5m enclosure – as it prepares to double in size within the next five years. -
Booming! The Kent area where house prices have risen by £21k in just 12 monthsWhat’s the average cost of a home where you live? Find out in the latest House Price Index figures -
Rare ‘death mask’ of notorious dictator Stalin could fetch £12k at auctionA unique bronze death mask of one of history’s most notorious leaders will go under the hammer in Kent next month. -
Britpop classics to festival favourites: Six unmissable music events coming to Kent this monthMusic fans are spoilt for choice as some of the biggest names in pop, rock and festival entertainment prepare to perform across the county.
Latest Dover District Council News
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Fresh hope for ‘depressing’ town centre ‘eyesore’ as flats and shops plan approvedFresh hopes to bring a town centre “eyesore” back to life have been ignited after plans to renovate it were approved for the second time. -
Drug gang behind £150k heroin and crack cocaine network jailed for combined 16 yearsMembers of a gang responsible for channelling £150,000 worth of drugs into Kent have been jailed.
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‘Mega dinghy’ carrying record 165 migrants at once crosses Channel to KentA record 165 migrants are believed to have crossed the Channel to the UK in a single boat on Thursday. -
Man charged with tampering with vehicles as police patrols ramp up over car crimeA man has been charged with vehicle interference as police urge people to report suspicious activity. -
Kent MP sacked from minister role by new PMKent MP Mike Tapp has been sacked from his role as immigration minister following a a row over whether he broke the ministerial code. -
Mass rally to be staged against fire station closures and job cutsFirefighters are to stage a mass demo outside the county council’s offices in protest at planned station closures and job cuts. -
Booming! The Kent area where house prices have risen by £21k in just 12 monthsWhat’s the average cost of a home where you live? Find out in the latest House Price Index figures -
‘Anyone can play a part in shaping our country’s future’Mike Tapp invited young people to Parliament to experience how democracy works and learn about the responsibilities that come with being an MP. -
Failing care home shut down in ‘last resort’ as residents continued to be put at riskA failing care home has been shut down by the healthcare watchdog following two damning inspections with residents being forced to move out. -
Has the ‘DFL’ bubble burst? Where house prices have tumbled on the Kent coastHouse prices in some of the county's most sought-after seaside spots have tumbled by as much as 11% since their pandemic peak, new figures reveal.
Latest Folkestone & Hythe District Council News
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‘There is no filler and the sheer volume of one-liners is staggering’Mock the Week legend Gary Delaney’s latest show received thunderous reception at a packed Kent venue - here’s what our reviewer thought. -
Marchers aim to champion diversityTown’s annual Pride parade brings colour to the town centre.
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Brutal murder: Witnesses point to new suspect in 1996 killingsCrucial witnesses have come forward to identify a Kent man as a suspect in the Chillenden murders 30 years ago. -
Major London rail terminals to shut for 22 days from tomorrowCommuters and rail passengers can expect three weeks of disruption as major London terminals serving Kent close for 22 days this weekend. -
A-road partially blocked after crash on M20 exit roundaboutAn A-road was partially blocked following a crash on a motorway exit roundabout. -
‘Mega dinghy’ carrying record 165 migrants at once crosses Channel to KentA record 165 migrants are believed to have crossed the Channel to the UK in a single boat on Thursday. -
‘Left in the dark’: Residents’ fury as government ‘secretly’ sets up giant emergency car parkResidents have been left stunned after the government “secretly” set up a giant emergency car park on their doorstep. -
Yellow health warning issued as Kent braces for another heatwaveA yellow heat health alert has been issued as Kent braces for another heatwave. -
'He will stay in our hearts forever': Family devastated by tragic death of son, 30A family left devastated by the tragic death of a much-loved 30-year-old say he will “stay in our hearts forever”. -
Burglar raids fire-ravaged flat days after residents fled blazePolice are hunting a burglar accused of raiding a fire-ravaged flat just days after residents were evacuated.
Latest Thanet District Council News
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Helicopters on beach as incident unfoldsPolice, ambulance and coastguards descended on a busy Kent beach this afternoon. -
Major London rail terminals to shut for 22 days from tomorrowCommuters and rail passengers can expect three weeks of disruption as major London terminals serving Kent close for 22 days this weekend.
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Temporary A299 50mph speed limit to be lifted as resurfacing works endA temporary 50mph speed limit is set to be lifted now that resurfacing work on a major bumpy A-road has been completed. -
Soul greats headline seaside festival’s 25th birthday bashMassive three-day music festival returns with a feast of jazz-funk and disco. -
‘Mega dinghy’ carrying record 165 migrants at once crosses Channel to KentA record 165 migrants are believed to have crossed the Channel to the UK in a single boat on Thursday. -
Opening date revealed for new Poundstretcher storeThe opening date has been revealed for a new high street Poundstretcher store. -
Yellow health warning issued as Kent braces for another heatwaveA yellow heat health alert has been issued as Kent braces for another heatwave. -
‘Views are beautiful - I love it’: Celebrating Kent’s historic open-top bus serviceAn open-top bus service is celebrating a decade of providing passengers with stunning views along the Kent coast. -
Boy arrested over assault as police disperse young people during fireworks eventA 13-year-old boy was arrested amid antisocial behaviour at a fireworks display. -
Gas leak near shopping centre sparks emergency response and road closuresRoads beside a Kent shopping centre remain closed this morning while firefighters attend to reports of a gas leak.