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Latest Ashford Borough Council News
Driver who ‘travelled wrong way around roundabout’ before crash appears in court
A man who allegedly drove the wrong way around a roundabout before crashing into two cars following an aborted police chase has appeared in court.
Explosion heard amid bus fire on key route near primary school
An explosion was heard amid a huge bus fire on a key route.
‘We’ve been put through hell’: Couple faced eviction in support dog dispute
A couple say they were “put through hell” after being left with the choice of giving up their new flat or the dog one of them relies on for support.
‘Traffic problem’ causes M20 delays
The M20 is partially blocked following a “traffic problem” in the middle of the Operation Brock area.
Fire-hit kebab shop finally reopens more than two years after blaze
A kebab shop hit by fire more than two years ago has reopened following a £50,000 refurbishment.
Van driver ‘travelled wrong way around roundabout’ before crashing into cars
A 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 delay
An 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.
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 2029
A 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-road
Two people have been arrested after a car involved in a police chase crashed into two other vehicles on an A-road.
Latest Canterbury City Council News
‘My mum's been failed by doctors - our family will break without her’
The daughter of a cancer patient says the NHS failed her mother after not getting treatment for months, with doctors saying the illness is terminal.
Stalker who entered terrified ex's home as she hid upstairs avoids jail
A stalker who walked into his victim's home as she hid upstairs in fear has avoided prison.
Reports of three-hour journeys as level crossing fails again
A much-used level crossing has reopened after a fault with the barriers caused lengthy queues for the second day in a row.
The Kent road where all the pubs have closed - could a revival be brewing?
In decades past, pub-goers were spoilt for choice on one Kent road, where six venues once variously vied for trade.
Crews still at scene of heathland wildfire hours after it broke out
Kent Fire and Rescue Service are still at the scene of a wildfire which saw smoke billow across the A2.
Protesters dressed as horses call for carriage ride ban
Demonstrators 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 rooms
Changing rooms and showers at a leisure centre have been branded "filthy" and "disgusting" less than two years after an £8 million refurbishment.
Teens should be offered meningitis B jab on NHS after deadly Kent outbreak, government advisers say
Teenagers 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 £30
We 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 cabs
A great-grandmother dubbed ‘the Queen of Taxis’ after ferrying locals around for almost 40 years will be honoured with a funeral procession of cabs.
Latest Dover District Council News
Failing care home shut down in ‘last resort’ as residents continued to be put at risk
A 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 coast
House 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.
‘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”.
'It's a stain on our seafront and a crying shame': Fresh hope to revitalise derelict seafront cinema
Fresh hope has emerged after calls for urgent action to revitalise an abandoned cinema, months after controversial revamp plans were thrown out.
Toby Carvery reveals site for sixth Kent restaurant
Toby Carvery has confirmed it will be taking over a former Brewers Fayre restaurant that closed two months ago.
School's out! 8 epic attractions in Kent to let the kids run wild this summer
Looking 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 final
A 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 transformation
Remarkable satellite images reveal how Kent’s hospitals, shopping centres and sports venues have evolved over the years.
Man dies after incident on railway line
A man has been confirmed dead after an incident on a railway line forced trains to stop.
Latest Folkestone & Hythe District Council News
'Our memories have been ruined': OAP's misery as overgrown railway attracts rats and foxes
A man says memories of spending time in his garden with his late wife have been “ruined” because of years of overgrowth from a disused railway line.
Dentist gets green light to transform former garage despite ‘street parking’ concerns
A dentist’s move across town has been given the green light despite parking concerns raised by residents.
Has the ‘DFL’ bubble burst? Where house prices have tumbled on the Kent coast
House 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.
Huge emergency response at harbour
Police, paramedics, fire crews and the coastguard have been called to an incident at a busy harbour.
First look inside as Wetherspoon reopens after £550k makeover
New images show how a Kent Wetherspoon looks as it reopens after a £550k refurbishment.
‘It’s a fair swap’: Residents back Saga’s plans for 100 homes at Kent beauty spot
Saga’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 restaurant
Toby 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 crash
The 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 final
A 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 star
A Kent animal park has named its first giraffe calf in eight years after an England football star.
Latest Thanet District Council News
£6m plans to restore historic theatre approved
Plans to refurbish a town’s historic theatre – which is the second-oldest operating in the country – have been given the green light.
LGBT+ club announces closure after council spat and rent hike
A popular LGBTQ+ bar and community space is to close after its owners said a series of setbacks had made it “impossible to continue”.
12 dogs in Kent desperate for a forever home
An animal rescue charity has a dozen dogs up for adoption who are searching for a family to give them the love they deserve.
‘We would love for her to be remembered for the love, laughter and support she gave’
A pub landlady who brought “love, laughter and support” to those who knew her has sadly died.
Pete Doherty teams up with viral comedian for new show
An iconic musician and a zany comedian have teamed up to launch a new show filmed around one of Kent’s most-loved towns.
'Absolute nightmare': Residents share horror stories as bin chaos continues
Residents in a Kent district have told of the “absolute nightmare” of enduring more than 2,000 missed bin collections in just five months.
Has the ‘DFL’ bubble burst? Where house prices have tumbled on the Kent coast
House 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.
Shocking footage shows sewage release aftermath as Southern Water handed £7m fine
Southern 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.
Southern Water being sentenced over sewage discharges
Southern Water is being sentenced after it pleaded guilty to 13 counts related to untreated sewage releases in Kent.
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