Latest Ashford Borough Council News
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Critical incident at Kent hospital as beds full and 'extremely high' demand at A&EA critical incident has been declared at a Kent hospital where bosses say beds are full and attendance levels at A&E are “extremely high”. -
Bomb squad called to Kent beauty spot after wartime explosive foundA bomb squad has been called to a popular beauty spot following the discovery of a wartime explosive.
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Angry builder smashed roof tiles at Kent couple’s dream home amid pay rowA disgruntled builder hired to restore a couple’s “dream home” was caught on camera smashing the historic property’s roof tiles in a row over pay. -
Villagers celebrate after divisive bid for new housing estate in Kent rejectedVillagers are celebrating after controversial plans for a new housing estate in Kent were rejected by a government inspector. -
Aldi to launch on-demand delivery trial with Deliveroo at Kent storesA supermarket is launching a trial of on-demand delivery at Kent shops, allowing customers to order and receive their shopping within 30 minutes. -
'Miracle’ biker’s spinal cord spared as dad praises racetrack medics after crashA biker’s spinal cord was ‘miraculously’ spared following a horror crash, as his dad praises racetrack medics who rushed to his son’s aid. -
Coffee shop replaces former Costa branch in shopping centre after £300k refitA coffee shop chain has opened in a shopping centre, replacing a former Costa branch, after a £300,000 revamp. -
Opening date confirmed for Kent’s newest Taco BellKent’s latest Taco Bell restaurant is set to open in days, two years after planning permission was approved. -
New image appeal sparks 25 leads in unsolved baby murder caseA newly released image of a mystery woman seen at the graveside of a baby who died in 1995 has led to 25 new leads. -
‘I work at hospital but I’m also a patient’: Nurse, 25, waiting for kidney transplantA young nurse waiting for a kidney transplant has to hook herself up to a dialysis machine for eight hours at a time after working 12-hour shifts.
Latest Canterbury City Council News
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Critical incident at Kent hospital as beds full and 'extremely high' demand at A&EA critical incident has been declared at a Kent hospital where bosses say beds are full and attendance levels at A&E are “extremely high”. -
King’s School launches review into historic abuse after former teacher convictedA prestigious private school has launched a review into historic abuse after a former teacher was convicted of sexually assaulting pupils.
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The star-studded festive Kent pantos worth booking before they sell outWith big names, dazzling effects and plenty of laughs, these productions are expected to be in high demand this Christmas. -
Angry builder smashed roof tiles at Kent couple’s dream home amid pay rowA disgruntled builder hired to restore a couple’s “dream home” was caught on camera smashing the historic property’s roof tiles in a row over pay. -
‘It’s impossible to continue’: Highly rated Kent restaurant shuts as costs spiralA top-rated restaurant has closed its doors after bosses said spiralling costs made it “impossible to continue”. -
Shocking images show inside filthy shisha lounge as booze plans rejectedConcerning images show the disgusting interior of a shisha lounge where bosses’ plans to sell booze have been thwarted. -
‘This win is truly life-changing’: Woman scoops huge lottery prizeA woman from Kent has scooped a huge lottery jackpot - and has already spent some of the winnings on her house. -
Steins, sausages and singalongs: Kent's biggest Oktoberfest parties are backDust off the lederhosen and get ready to say ‘Prost!’ as Oktoberfest returns to Kent with weeks of beer-fuelled celebrations. -
Appeal after man hurt in suspected late-night assaultA suspect has been arrested after a man suffered facial injuries in a suspected city centre assault. -
A-road closed due to gas leakA busy route is closed while engineers carry out emergency repairs following a gas leak.
Latest Dover District Council News
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Critical incident at Kent hospital as beds full and 'extremely high' demand at A&EA critical incident has been declared at a Kent hospital where bosses say beds are full and attendance levels at A&E are “extremely high”. -
Domino's wins bid to open new pizza branch beneath highly rated Kent hotelBosses at pizza chain Domino’s have received approval for a new branch in a vacant unit under a top-rated Kent hotel.
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Floral tributes left for driver, 30, killed in crashFlowers have been left at the scene of a crash in which a 30-year-old man died. -
Steins, sausages and singalongs: Kent's biggest Oktoberfest parties are backDust off the lederhosen and get ready to say ‘Prost!’ as Oktoberfest returns to Kent with weeks of beer-fuelled celebrations. -
‘Their courage shaped our country – their sacrifice deserves to be remembered’MP Mike Tapp is calling for support for the Battle of Britain Memorial, which is at risk of closure due to a funding crisis. -
Police probe after train hits bike ‘thrown onto track by youths’Police are investigating after a train struck a bike which had reportedly been thrown on the tracks by a “group of youths”. -
Revealed: Just one Kent council hits its housing target - as another falls 75% shortFigures reveal which Kent councils are hitting their government-mandated housing targets - and those falling far behind. -
Beavers released into the wild from Kent nature reserve in ‘major step’ for speciesBeavers have been released to roam wild beyond a nature reserve after an enclosure gate was opened for the first time. -
‘Determination isn’t enough’: Pizzeria’s shock closure sparks urgent talks over future of council-owned historic buildingThe future of a historic building owned by a town council has been thrown up in the air after the shock closure of a popular pizza restaurant. -
Large crowd gathered for opening of new £120k outdoor gymAn exciting new outdoor gym two years in the making has officially opened along a popular seafront, much to the delight of residents.
Latest Folkestone & Hythe District Council News
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Critical incident at Kent hospital as beds full and 'extremely high' demand at A&EA critical incident has been declared at a Kent hospital where bosses say beds are full and attendance levels at A&E are “extremely high”. -
The star-studded festive Kent pantos worth booking before they sell outWith big names, dazzling effects and plenty of laughs, these productions are expected to be in high demand this Christmas.
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‘It’s insulting to the court’: Man jailed after targeting Sainsbury’s three times in one dayA serial thief was told it was “insulting” to see him back in court after he squandered repeated chances to stay out of trouble. -
'Miracle’ biker’s spinal cord spared as dad praises racetrack medics after crashA biker’s spinal cord was ‘miraculously’ spared following a horror crash, as his dad praises racetrack medics who rushed to his son’s aid. -
Man found with unregistered XL bully admits attacking two peopleA man who attacked two people and was found with an unregistered XL bully will be sentenced next week after admitting a string of offences. -
‘We had a brilliant, free family day out where kids can solve their own crimes’Our reporter and her children went to explore a hidden gem that’s perfect for a rainy day - and it doesn’t cost a penny - even the parking is free. -
Steins, sausages and singalongs: Kent's biggest Oktoberfest parties are backDust off the lederhosen and get ready to say ‘Prost!’ as Oktoberfest returns to Kent with weeks of beer-fuelled celebrations. -
Plans unveiled for 14 new flats to replace fire-hit office blockPlans to flatten a vandalised and fire-hit office block to make way for 14 flats have been unveiled. -
‘She got distracted’: Woman crashed into parked car after drinking at homeA woman who crashed her car into a stationary vehicle while twice the alcohol limit has been banned from driving. -
Tragic death of young dad, 25, inspires family to create football club in his memoryThe family of a young dad who took his own life have set up a new football team in his memory to encourage men to open up about their mental health.
Latest Thanet District Council News
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‘It’s been a real struggle’: Award-winning Kent brewery closes suddenlyThe couple behind an independent brewery have made the difficult decision to close after nearly a decade because of rising costs and cash flow issues. -
Arson arrest after huge restaurant fire at Ramsgate harbourA man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after allegedly setting fire to a restaurant and jumping into the sea.
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Man found dead near popular Kent beach after search operationThe body of a man in his 70s has been found near a popular beach following a major search and rescue operation. -
'They've got to go somewhere': Dog walkers blast council's proposed ban on Kent seafrontDog owners have insisted “we’re not hurting anyone” as a council considers plans to ban pooches from a much-loved walking spot. -
Urgent search for owners of dogs found injured after fight in Kent woodsA vet has launched an urgent appeal to find the owners of two dogs injured in a fight in woodland near Whitstable. -
Major emergency response launched twice at Kent beachA major emergency response has been launched twice in little more than two hours following reports of a person in difficulty in the sea. -
Aldi to launch on-demand delivery trial with Deliveroo at Kent storesA supermarket is launching a trial of on-demand delivery at Kent shops, allowing customers to order and receive their shopping within 30 minutes. -
Is huge National Grid project on Kent marshes already a ‘done deal’?The countdown has begun for a decision on one of Kent's most controversial green energy projects. -
Father and son jailed along with four others over £56m organised drug gangA father and son at the heart of a family-run drugs gang which flooded the UK with more than £56 million of cocaine have been jailed. -
‘It’s heartbreaking’: Club’s tribute to former youth player killed in motocross crashA football club has paid tribute to a “kind, hard-working” former youth player following his tragic death in a motocross accident.