Latest Ashford Borough Council News
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Van driver ‘travelled wrong way around roundabout’ before crashing into carsA van driver allegedly travelled the wrong way around a roundabout before crashing into two oncoming vehicles following an aborted police chase. -
Empty shopping parade set to become four-storey hotel as plans approved after five-year delayAn empty shopping parade is finally set to be transformed into a hotel after councillors approved plans which have been held up for almost five years.
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Drone footage shows police track ‘nuisance bikers causing distress’Drone footage has shown how police tracked down bike riders who had reportedly been causing “distress” to residents. -
Fresh CGI images unveil how European rail travel could return to Kent by 2029A British train operator has revealed new CGI images and the most detailed plans so far for cross-Channel travel to return to Kent. -
Arrests after car involved in police chase crashes on A-roadTwo people have been arrested after a car involved in a police chase crashed into two other vehicles on an A-road. -
CCTV images released after man ‘punched to ground’ in town centre attackPolice have released CCTV images after an unidentified victim was allegedly punched and hit his head on the ground. -
Tesco to close dozens of Kent stores early if England reaches World Cup finalA supermarket giant has announced it will shut its stores early so staff can watch England play if the team reaches the World Cup final. -
Four people injured in crash at notorious crossroadsFour people have been injured in a crash at a notorious crossroads. -
Burglar who stole motorcycles advertised online spared jailA scrap metal dealer who took part in two burglaries targeting motorcycles advertised for sale online with the likes of eBay has been spared jail. -
First giraffe born in eight years at Kent animal park named after England starA Kent animal park has named its first giraffe calf in eight years after an England football star.
Latest Canterbury City Council News
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Protesters dressed as horses call for carriage ride banDemonstrators have called for a council to go further and outright ban “cruel” horse-drawn carriage rides. -
‘It’s a disgrace’: Disgust over ‘filthy’ leisure centre changing roomsChanging rooms and showers at a leisure centre have been branded "filthy" and "disgusting" less than two years after an £8 million refurbishment.
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Teens should be offered meningitis B jab on NHS after deadly Kent outbreak, government advisers sayTeenagers should be offered a vaccine on the NHS to protect against deadly meningitis B (menB), government advisers have recommended. -
Five-star food on a budget: We tried the hidden Italian offering three courses for under £30We tried some Southern Italian cuisine - and were blown away by the fantastic food and reasonable prices. -
‘Queen of Taxis’ to be honoured with funeral procession of cabsA great-grandmother dubbed ‘the Queen of Taxis’ after ferrying locals around for almost 40 years will be honoured with a funeral procession of cabs. -
Three boys arrested after cars targeted overnight in Kent villageThree teenage boys have been arrested after a car was stolen and several others were allegedly targeted during a crime spree in a Kent village. -
Tesco to close dozens of Kent stores early if England reaches World Cup finalA supermarket giant has announced it will shut its stores early so staff can watch England play if the team reaches the World Cup final. -
‘What next, paying for air?’ Busker backlash as council considers noise finesA council is considering fining street performers who use excessively loud amplifiers - despite visitors praising the atmosphere buskers create. -
‘It’s really upsetting’: Shock as high street charity shop closes after almost 50 yearsA charity shop manager admits the company’s decision to close her high street store will leave a gaping hole in an already struggling high street. -
‘Snow’ at iconic Kent landmark for ‘Christmas film shoot’Snow in Canterbury in the middle of summer? No, it’s not a freak weather event - but the scene being set for the filming of a new Christmas movie.
Latest Dover District Council News
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‘Sport is something we should always celebrate and protect’Dover and Deal MP Mike Tapp says investing in grassroots sport is so important as it gives “hope, pride and a sense of belonging”. -
Toby Carvery reveals site for sixth Kent restaurantToby Carvery has confirmed it will be taking over a former Brewers Fayre restaurant that closed two months ago.
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School's out! 8 epic attractions in Kent to let the kids run wild this summerLooking for ways to fill the six-week break? These action-packed activities offer plenty of opportunities for children to climb, splash and explore. -
Tesco to close dozens of Kent stores early if England reaches World Cup finalA supermarket giant has announced it will shut its stores early so staff can watch England play if the team reaches the World Cup final. -
‘He was the voice for those who couldn't speak out’The funeral of a former mayor and long-serving town councillor “who always fought for the best interests of people” will be held next week. -
1960 vs today: The striking aerial photos showing Kent's dramatic transformationRemarkable satellite images reveal how Kent’s hospitals, shopping centres and sports venues have evolved over the years. -
Man dies after incident on railway lineA man has been confirmed dead after an incident on a railway line forced trains to stop. -
'We're lucky to be here': Dad warns of beach dangers after near-death experience with sonA father who feared for his and his son’s lives after becoming trapped in mud is pushing for greater awareness of hidden coastal dangers. -
Care home resident ‘visibly struggling to maintain balance’ left standing during fire drillResident at care home was left “visibly struggling” to maintain their balance during a fire drill at a muster point with no seating, inspectors found. -
Kent hospital first in NHS to trial 'life-saving' AI toolA Kent hospital has become the first in the country to use artificial intelligence as a way to diagnose infections and potentially save lives.
Latest Folkestone & Hythe District Council News
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Huge emergency response at harbourPolice, paramedics, fire crews and the coastguard have been called to an incident at a busy harbour. -
First look inside as Wetherspoon reopens after £550k makeoverNew images show how a Kent Wetherspoon looks as it reopens after a £550k refurbishment.
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‘It’s a fair swap’: Residents back Saga’s plans for 100 homes at Kent beauty spotSaga’s plans to build about 100 homes on part of its headquarters at a Kent beauty spot have been unveiled - and residents are largely in favour. -
Toby Carvery reveals site for sixth Kent restaurantToby Carvery has confirmed it will be taking over a former Brewers Fayre restaurant that closed two months ago. -
Hour-long delays starting to ease on A2 following multi-vehicle crashThe emergency services were scrambled to the A2 following a multi-vehicle crash. -
Tesco to close dozens of Kent stores early if England reaches World Cup finalA supermarket giant has announced it will shut its stores early so staff can watch England play if the team reaches the World Cup final. -
First giraffe born in eight years at Kent animal park named after England starA Kent animal park has named its first giraffe calf in eight years after an England football star. -
Beachgoer swept out to sea on inflatable dinghy sparks lifeboat rescueA man swept miles out to sea on an inflatable dinghy sparked a lifeboat rescue after concerned beachgoers raised the alarm. -
Kent cinemas to give away free tickets for new film starring Game of Thrones and Happy Valley actorsHere’s how to see a brand-new film for free, featuring a star-studded lineup, weeks before its official cinema release. -
Landmark Kent attraction to screen World Cup final if England get throughA landmark Kent attraction is set to show the World Cup final if England make it through.
Latest Thanet District Council News
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Shocking footage shows sewage release aftermath as Southern Water handed £7m fineSouthern Water has been fined £7 million after admitting 13 charges related to the dumping of untreated sewage off Kent. -
‘I’ve found the perfect place to sip a pint as the sun sets over the sea’Summer loving: Secret Drinker soaks up the rays in a pub just yards from the beach.
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Southern Water being sentenced over sewage dischargesSouthern Water is being sentenced after it pleaded guilty to 13 counts related to untreated sewage releases in Kent. -
Electricity restored to dozens of homes after telegraph pole fire caused outageHomes have had their power restored after a telegraph pole erupted into flames, leaving people without electricity for more than seven hours. -
‘No one was called racist’: School defends decision to remove England flags from pupils’ armsA headteacher has defended staff who asked pupils to remove England flags painted on their arms during a school sports day. -
School's out! 8 epic attractions in Kent to let the kids run wild this summerLooking for ways to fill the six-week break? These action-packed activities offer plenty of opportunities for children to climb, splash and explore. -
Missing girl safely locatedA missing teenage girl has been found. -
Tesco to close dozens of Kent stores early if England reaches World Cup finalA supermarket giant has announced it will shut its stores early so staff can watch England play if the team reaches the World Cup final. -
Huge Gavin and Stacey star to headline at Sausage and Cider Festival this weekendBig names, big bites and big tunes as foodie festival returns. -
Plans lodged for one of Kent's costliest road schemesPlans have finally been lodged for a £77 million road scheme which could take thousands of cars off one of Kent’s busiest routes each day.