Latest Ashford Borough Council News
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Mum who snapped PlayStation disc and threatened to stab partner spared jailA mum filmed putting her partner in a chokehold, striking him twice while holding a glass and lunging at him with a knife has been spared jail. -
‘This is detrimental to our village’: Mini-estate approved despite NHS fears area is at ‘limited capacity’A new housing development has been given the green light - despite NHS bosses declaring there is “limited capacity to accommodate growth in the area”.
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A20 closed in both directions after crashA major A-road was blocked while emergency services attended the scene of a two-vehicle collision. -
Premier Inn’s extension plans blocked by council over pollution fearsPlans for a three-storey extension to meet growing demand at a Premier Inn have been refused over pollution fears. -
New images reveal how 200-capacity theatre in former bingo hall could lookNew images reveal how a “small-scale” theatre with a capacity of 200 people could look in a former cinema and bingo hall. -
‘We’re very well prepared’: Kent steam show boss allays fears of wildfiresOrganisers of a steam show have insisted robust fire safety measures are in place amid concerns sparks from traction engines could trigger wildfires. -
Horrific footage of hedgehog 'kicked to death' sparks police probeA police investigation has been launched after horrific footage appeared to capture the moment a hedgehog was kicked along a residential street. -
‘We’re utterly overjoyed’: Victory for parents in school bus campaignParents are celebrating after learning their fight to get a bus service for a school with no public transport links has been a success. -
M20 reopens after police incident sparked long tailbacksPart of the M20 was closed amid a police incident. -
Kent hospitals declare 'critical incident' over major IT disruptionA Kent hospital trust has declared a critical incident and warned patients attending A&E to expect “extremely long waits” amid ongoing IT disruption.
Latest Canterbury City Council News
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Teenager suffers fractured jaw in group attack outside railway stationA teenage boy needed hospital treatment after suffering a fractured jaw in an attack by a group of strangers. -
Journalist and broadcaster Rod Liddle dies aged 66Journalist and broadcaster Rod Liddle has died after a short illness at the age of 66.
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‘This Kent festival proves that bigger isn't always better’Review: A laid-back atmosphere and excellent accessibility make this festival a refreshing alternative to Britain's biggest music events. -
Would you try it? Bizarre pickle matcha drink causes a stir in KentTwo of the biggest food trends combine in a surprising new iced drink that has landed in Kent. -
UK’s first ‘super university’ officially launches as merger completedA merger between two universities to form what has been dubbed the country’s first ‘super university’ has been signed off and comes into effect today. -
Vandal-hit oast house next to historic castle could become community centre and cafeA former oast house could be converted into a community hub, with a cafe, kitchen and youth club. -
‘I believe Michael Stone will be free man within next 12 months’A solicitor representing the man locked up for one of Kent’s most infamous crimes says vital new evidence could see her client’s conviction quashed. -
‘I'm a 17-year-old student - the biggest myth in politics is that my generation doesn't care’A Kent A-level student says the biggest myth in British politics is that young people don't care. -
‘It’s a bomb site that needs reinstating’: Homes bid for vacant former air cadets baseA former RAF cadets training centre that has stood vacant for more than a decade could be demolished to make way for new homes. -
Police cordon after report of attempted sexual assaultA public green has been cordoned off as police launch an investigation into a report of an attempted serious sexual assault.
Latest Dover District Council News
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‘I cooked for Concorde - now I’m opening my dream bakery in Kent’A mum who cooked for Concorde passengers including Princess Diana and Paul McCartney is set to fulfil a lifelong ambition by opening her own bakery. -
Major brand to move into former PoundlandA major outdoor retailer is set to move into one of a town’s largest vacant shops after confirming plans to relocate.
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Three-way fight among right-wing parties as by-election calledA by-election in a key Tory stronghold is being targeted by Reform UK and Restore Britain in a three-way tussle for the right-wing vote. -
Kent hospitals declare 'critical incident' over major IT disruptionA Kent hospital trust has declared a critical incident and warned patients attending A&E to expect “extremely long waits” amid ongoing IT disruption. -
‘Beginning of the end’ for Op Brock as disused cargo terminal to hold trafficA long-disused cargo terminal at the Port of Dover is to be used as a holding area for vehicles - potentially reducing the need for Operation Brock. -
Council defends controversial parking strategy after £139k income shortfallA council has defended its parking strategy after collecting £139,000 less income than budgeted, insisting the fall is not due to rising charges. -
GPs unable to access records as IT issues hit Kent surgeries againThousands of patients and doctors across Kent are facing disruption as surgeries in the county have been hit by IT issues affecting clinical software. -
‘It’s been a fantastic 58 years:’ End of era as Kent salon boss retiresAfter almost six decades, a stalwart of the hairdressing industry in Kent is closing his final salon as he prepares for retirement. -
Police and paramedics called as crash shuts roadA main road has been shut in both directions and emergency services are at the scene after a three-car crash. -
Teenager charged over ‘mega-dinghy’ migrant crossingA teenager is to appear in court after a record 165 migrants crossed the Channel in a single ‘mega-dinghy’.
Latest Folkestone & Hythe District Council News
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Teen admits killing girl, 16, two years after fatal crash tragedyA teenager has admitted killing a 16-year-old girl in a fatal crash two years ago. -
‘It needs to be sorted as quickly as possible’: Repairs to breakwater set to cost council £172kA storm-damaged breakwater is set to cost a Kent council £172,000 to repair - with work expected to be completed later this year.
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Sadness as Kent pub once home to much-loved 1990s ‘fun factory’ announces closureA Kent pub once home to a much-loved ‘fun factory’ in the 1990s will close next month, it has been announced. -
Asda thief tried to headbutt store security guard after being recognisedA shoplifter tried to headbutt a store’s security guard after he was recognised as a regular thief following a 10-day stealing spree in several shops. -
Plans for ‘complex’ housing development reduced in size for second timePlans for a “complex” housing development on a former gasworks site have been reduced in size for a second time. -
Why one of Kent’s most popular events is cutting 400 seats this yearBosses behind one of Kent’s most popular events have revealed some 400 seats will be cut from the capacity for this year’s spectacle. -
Rob Beckett raves about great family day out in Kent seaside townComedian Rob Beckett has hailed a Kent seaside town as home to the "best fish and chips" he's ever eaten after a recent visit. -
Hugely popular adventure play area reopens after months-long £750k revampOne of Kent’s most popular adventure play areas has reopened following a £750,000 revamp. -
'I'm deeply sorry': Therapist sanctioned over secret affair with clientA therapist sanctioned for pursuing an affair with a client and urging her to keep it a secret says he is “deeply sorry” for his actions. -
Kent hospitals declare 'critical incident' over major IT disruptionA Kent hospital trust has declared a critical incident and warned patients attending A&E to expect “extremely long waits” amid ongoing IT disruption.
Latest Thanet District Council News
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Tracey Emin’s pavilion transformation bid sparks concern over rooftop terrace planWorld-famous artist Tracey Emin’s bid to transform a derelict seafront pavilion featuring a rooftop terrace has sparked a flurry of concerns. -
Man arrested after McDonald's ruckus told police 'large quantity' of cannabis was for personal useA man caught with an estimated £4,000 of cannabis avoided immediate punishment after stating it was for personal use despite police finding deal bags.
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Popular pub forced to close after blazeA popular pub has been forced to close after an electrical fire broke out in the early hours of this morning. -
‘Case closed’: Did Jack the Ripper live in sleepy Kent village?It’s claimed one of the world’s most notorious serial killers may have lived in plain sight in Kent. So is this the face of Jack the Ripper? -
‘Craft beer taps stretched as far as the eye could see and this boujee bar was absolutely buzzing’Looking for a trendy, seaside hangout? Secret Drinker heads to a packed pub that’s bang on trend. -
UK's biggest greenhouse secures right to extract more water amid series of supply outagesThe UK's largest commercial greenhouse has secured permission to extract more water from an underground aquifer amid a series of supply outages. -
Paramedic trusted her instincts to save baby's life after monitor missed heart conditionA paramedic's decision to trust her clinical instincts over reassuring monitor readings helped save a baby's life. -
Man pushed through glass door after row with group of strangersA man was pushed through a glass door following a row with a group of strangers. -
Kelly Osbourne visits trendy Kent venue as bosses say: ‘You’re welcome anytime’Kelly Osbourne, daughter of the late heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne, has paid a visit to a trendy Kent venue. -
‘Like having a blind date and meeting a supermodel - this was food as art’Our reviewer baulks at the price for brunch in trendy eatery - but does it deliver in terms of taste or value?