Addict Thomas Hammell found dead in Canterbury public toilet had tried to get help

A heroin addict found dead in public toilets had desperately tried to beat his addiction, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/addict-lost-battle-against-demons-124775/

Homeless Bernard Prebble spat at Sainsbury's security guard after challenge over Carte D'Or ice cream

A man with more than 100 convictions spat at a supermarket security guard after being challenged over a tub of ice cream.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/homeless-man-hurled-racist-abuse-124776/

Carl Quinnell jailed after attacking angler Darryl Manners

A man has been jailed after he attacked an angler with a wooden pole.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/thug-attacked-angler-he-accused-124782/

Flat fire in James Whatman Way, Maidstone

Fire crews pulled a man to safety following a potentially deadly blaze in a block of flats.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-rescued-from-burning-flat-124883/

Trailer and 4x4 flip over on London-bound A2 between Bridge and Canterbury

A family were left terrified after their car and trailer tumbled over.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/familys-terror-as-car-flips-124878/

Pauline Kingston, 73, stops boys of 13 to 14 throwing sticks from Edinburgh Road car park roof, Ashford

A plucky pensioner scared off three stick-wielding louts.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/yobs-ran-like-scared-rabbits-124877/

Fears of possible knifeman lead to police being called to Marine Drive in Margate

Police were called after fears that a man may be armed with a knife.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/knifeman-scare-124875/

Crash closes A257 St Martin's Hill in Canterbury

A busy route has been closed in both directions following an accident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/road-blocked-after-crash-124876/

Former Gravesham mayor to contest Slough seat at general election

The Labour party has announced its candidate for Slough at the upcoming general election.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/former-mayor-to-contest-seat-124874/

Police called to Lonsdale Gardens, Tunbridge Wells, following medical incident

Police and ambulance crews have been called to an incident in a Kent town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/emergency-services-called-124873/

Lib Dem Election stake boards vandalised in Faversham

Dozens of Liberal Democrat election stake boards around a Kent town have been damaged in what the party says is an "orchestrated attack".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/police-investigate-political-intimidation-124870/

Thatched roof fire at Leaveland near Faversham, firefighters use breathing apparatus

Firefighters were called to tackle a blaze on a thatched roof.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/breaking-first-reports-of-fire-124871/

Re-selection of Conservative Craig Mackinlay to fight for South Thanet in June 8 general election

Conservative MP Craig Mackinlay has been re-chosen to contest the South Thanet seat in the general election

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/craig-mackinlay-re-selected-for-south-124867/

ME sufferer Jessica Taylor marries Samuel Bearman at St Philip and St James Church, Upnor

After months of physio and intense pain, a 26-year-old ME sufferer managed to walk down the aisle to marry her partner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/tears-and-gasps-as-jessica-124869/

Almost 100 homes hit by power cut on Hoo Peninsula

An underground fault is responsible for an electricity cut affecting almost 100 homes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/homes-without-power-for-13-124865/

Murderer of Lauren Patterson from West Malling faces death penalty

Following a four-year court battle, the mother of a murdered school teacher from Kent feels justice has been served.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/u-turn-in-murder-case-124864/

Travellers pitch up on land in Castle Way, Leybourne

Caravans have been spotted on land in Kent, they've been there since Wednesday.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/travellers-pitch-up-124861/

Woodland blaze near Tin Shop Hill, Faversham, fire crews there for two hours

Firefighters had to spend two hours dealing with a blaze covering 150 square metres.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/fire-crews-tackle-woodland-blaze-124860/

Funeral of popular Gillingham postman Stephen 'Arnie' Arnold held in Chatham

Royal Mail workers joined family and friends to say goodbye to a much-loved colleague who died at the age of just 58.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fitting-send-off-for-popular-124862/

Medway: Two people injured after car crashes into house and parked cars in Rainham

Police were called after a car crashed into a house and several parked cars in the early hours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-people-injured-after-car-124859/

Deer on the railway track at Maidstone

Passengers are being warned of disruption after some animals got onto the tracks near a Kent railway station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/trains-delayed-by-deer-124854/

Troy Philpott of Hersden dies week after cancer diagnosis

A 13-year-old rising rugby star has died just a week after being diagnosed with cancer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/rugby-loving-teen-dies-week-after-124795/

Rough sleepers set up camp next to motorway in Willesborough

A rough sleepers' campsite next to a motorway resembles the Calais jungle, according to residents.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/rough-sleepers-set-up-camp-124799/

Image of car and motorbike in apparent crash scene, believed to be A2 Canterbury Road, Faversham

A accident appears to have happened involving a car and motorcycle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/road-accident---first-details-124848/

Strood: Woman flees house fire

An elderly woman had to flee her home after a fire was sparked by a faulty tumble dryer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-flees-house-fire-124846/

Oops! Kent Police car covered in white powder

Officers had a mess to clear up after a fire extinguisher went off in the back of a police car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/its-a-whitewash-124843/

Child hurt in Shurlock Avenue, Swanley

The air ambulance was called after a child was injured in a residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/child-hurt-in-street-124841/

Crash death dad Lee Boulter was five times the drink-drive limit

A father killed when he crashed his speeding Audi on a bend was five times the drink-drive limit, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/tragic-crash-death-dad-was-124708/

The face of the Rochester Riverside after £400m development

A multi-million pounds regeneration is set to transform a riverside - with hundreds of homes, a school and hotels included.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/the-face-of-a-400m-124718/

One Last Dance movie director says thanks for all your support after Game of Thrones star performs

A film shot mostly in a Kent town is getting rave reviews - after people were drawn to its big name star.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/kent-film-stars-game-of-124727/

Crumbling Ashford police station walls could have caused death

A Kent police station became so dangerous it could have killed someone with falling lumps of concrete, a report's revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/crumbling-police-station-walls-could-124739/

Maidstone: Officer cleared of ‘cherry picking’ police call outs

A police officer accused of cherry picking call outs to boost his arrest count and avoid dealing with a mentally ill man has been cleared.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-officer-cleared-of-cherry-picking-call-outs-124814/

Rory Donnelly has been suspended by Gillingham

Gillingham have suspended one of their players on the eve of their biggest game of the season.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/sport/gills-suspend-striker-124823/

Station Road, Longfield, closed after two-car crash

A man and woman were taken to hospital after a two-car crash this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/two-injured-after-car-ends-124825/

Pedestrian hit by car in King Street, Ramsgate

A pedestrian has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car in a town centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/air-ambulance-called-to-woman-124820/

Police investigate assault at house in Cobham Rise, Gillingham

Police are investigating an attack on a man that left the victim needing hospital treatment.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/image-released-following-assault-124821/

Man refused medical help at Sittingbourne

Ambulance and police called to sick man at train station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/incident-at-train-station-124816/

Adjustable-Rate Mortgage vs. a Fixed-Rate

If you’re in the market for a home loan, you may be wondering about the difference between an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) and a fixed-rate mortgage.

In an ARM, the interest rate adjusts periodically, depending on the direction of interest rates. ARM interest rates are typically low for the initial period. After that, they go up or down, depending on the direction of rates. When you see information about an ARM, you will see the initial period first, followed by how often it can adjust after that. So when you see 3/1 or 5/1, you are being told that the initial interest rate will last for three years or five years, respectively, and can reset every year after that.

ARMs usually carry a cap beyond which the interest rates can’t rise.

A fixed-rate mortgage, on the other hand, always carries a fixed interest rate. If you sign the mortgage paperwork with a fixed rate of 4 percent, you will be paying 4 percent for the entire life of the loan.

Interest rates are important because they are a factor in how much a mortgage payment costs. The lower the interest rate, the lower your monthly cost.

Both ARM and fixed-rate mortgages have a standard loan term of 30 years.

Home mortgage borrowers should know that there are pros and cons to each kind of loan. Many of them depend on your circumstances.

Adjustable-Rate Mortgages

If you’re not sure about an ARM, here are a few scenarios to consider as you make your decision.

Pros

1. If you plan to be in a home five years or less, ARMs can be your friend. Why? Because most ARMs come with an initial period of low interest rates. They don’t start rising for three, five or seven years. This means you will be paying a low interest rate as long as you are in the home.
2. Your payment can fall if interest rates decline. In the 2008-2015 period, for example, interest rates trended pretty steadily downward. Holders of ARMs in that period didn’t need to do anything to make their payments fall — they did so automatically.
3. If you will be in a home a short time and have an initial low interest rate ARM, you can save the money you would otherwise have spent on a fixed-interest rate mortgage with a higher rate.

Cons

1. ARMs can end up costing you when interest rates rise. We are in a period of rising rates now. If you planned to move after five years and your plans change, you may receive a rude shock when the interest rate resets and suddenly you’re paying more. Homeowners interested in ARMs should make sure their budget could withstand the rise to the lifetime cap. Otherwise, they may end up with a mortgage they can’t pay.
2. Depending on the ARM terms, the climb in rates can be sudden. If there is a lifetime cap of 6 percent, for example, it doesn’t necessarily take place over the course of a lifetime. It can rise 6 percent in one year. So that low introductory rate of 3 percent in 2017 can become 9 percent in 2022. That’s a considerable rise in the monthly budget.
3. ARMs are complicated to understand. The loan will be full of terms like lifetime cap, margins, initial rates and so on. They are more complicated than fixed-rate mortgages.

Fixed-Rate Mortgages

With a fixed rate mortgage, you’ll have more predictability — but you could be locked into a rate higher than the going market rates:

Pros

1. If you get a fixed-rate mortgage, your mortgage rate is constant. There are no rude shocks ever, no matter what interest rates do. They can rise to 18 percent — which is historically extremely high — and you’d still be sitting pretty. Fixed-rate loans are best for people seeking financial stability and planning to stay in their home more than seven years.
2. Because you pay a fixed amount, you will be able to plan monthly budgets much more effectively. ARMs rely on how much interest rates rise or fall, which is difficult, if not impossible, to predict. Your mortgage budget will always be predictable with a fixed rate.
3. If you lock in a fixed-rate mortgage when mortgage rates are low, your housing payments will be very low as long as you live in the home. This protects you from housing payment fluctuation. Unlike renters or ARM holders, no one can raise your mortgage.

Cons

1. The drawback to fixed-rate loans is that they aren’t flexible. There is no introductory rate that allows new home owners to pay less the first three or five years.
2. If you buy a home in a period of falling rates, your fixed-rate loan might become a relatively high interest-rate loan, given the environment. While they can be refinanced, it is expensive to do so. Many lenders charge points and fees to refinance.
3. Some fixed-rate mortgages can’t be paid off quicker than the term, or can only be paid off with a penalty. Be sure to read the fine print to make sure that there is no penalty for pre-payment.

Choosing between an ARM and a fixed-rate home loan can be daunting. The best choice depends on your circumstances. Be sure to consider the pros and cons carefully.

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Cerebral Palsy sufferer, Patrick Barden, 24, from Shorne, set to cross finish line

A soccer coach who has cerebral palsy should be finishing the London Marathon this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/marathon-man-set-to-cross-124810/

Maidstone man charged after police chase

A man was due to appear before magistrates after being charged with 26 offences following a police chase and helicopter search

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-charged-after-police-chase-124811/

Woman suffers burns to her face after a man breaks into her home and demands money

A woman suffered burns to her face after a man broke into her home and attacked her after demanding cash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/burglar-throws-noxious-liquid-in-124813/

Chatham family hope to make amazing memories for dad, Paul Gray, after his cancer returns

The family of a father-of-four who successfully battled cancer twice, have launched massive fundraising drive after his cancer returned.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fundraising-drive-for-dad-124796/

Schoolchildren evacuated from Stour Centre, Ashford after 'serious threat'

A group of schoolchildren had to abandon their swimming lesson without their clothing and towels after a leisure centre was evacuated.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/leisure-centre-evacuated-following-serious-124797/

Sam Armstrong denies rape at Palace of Westminster

An MP's aide has denied raping a woman in the Palace of Westminster.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/mps-aide-denies-raping-woman-124791/

Richard Fooks, 27, of Tower Hill, Dover, made to pay £880 to a court for dog mess in his garden

A householder has been prosecuted for letting dog mess build up in his own garden.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/mans-880-court-bill-over-124789/

Headcorn couple astonished to see tawny owl glaring at them from inside their wood burner

A startled couple came face to face with an owl staring out at them from their stove after investigating strange noises in their home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/owl-rescued-from-wood-burner-124785/

KCRH fined after worker Joan Daws became traped in lift in Laleham Care Home

A care home firm has been fined £60,000 for safety breaches after a worker died when she became trapped in a lift.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/firm-fined-60k-after-workers-124784/

Iliffe Media Ltd agrees deal for KM Media Group

KM Media Group, publisher of this website, has a new owner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/new-owner-for-kentonline-124781/

Arrest in Kent after woman shot in London in police anti-terror raid

A woman has been arrested in Kent following a counter-terrorism raid in which another female was shot.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/woman-shot-and-arrests-made-124774/

Win £1,000 with Thousand Pound Friday on kmfm

Could you be celebrating the bank holiday weekend with an extra £1,000 in your hand... courtesy of Thousand Pound Friday?

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/fancy-a-grand-in-time-123224/

Folkestone earthquake 10 year anniversary today

Today is the first landmark anniversary of an earthquake that shook a seaside town and caused significant damage to houses.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/remembering-day-that-rocked-our-124738/

Tunbridge Wells: The Fox Project nursing rescued fox cub

The desperate whimpers of an animal that was trapped after falling down a drain helped save its life.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/fox-cub-nursed-back-to-124753/

Company fined £100,000 after death of Daniel Yeowell from Gillingham

A building company has been criticised after an investigation found a lack of preparation and safety equipment led to the death of an employee.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/firm-pays-100000-after-workers-124767/

What Waits in the Red shot by Medway company Tycho Pictures

A supernatural suspense drama produced on a budget of just £7,450 is being screened at film festivals worldwide.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/film-produced-on-shoestring-goes-124772/

Car on fire in Pilgrims Way, Detling

Police and forensic teams were spotted at the scene of a blaze which destroyed a Peugeot 206.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/car-goes-up-in-flames-124771/

Two-car crash in A289 Pier Road, Chatham

Video: Cops quiz witnesses after traffic lights smash outside police station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-car-crash-in-pier-road-124770/

Two-car crash closes A20 Ashford Road at Maidstone

Motorists on the drive home are experiencing delays after a crash closed a main road into the county town during rush hour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/delays-reported-following-two-car-crash-124768/

Medway Maritime Hospital drops objection to charity cafe

Hospital chiefs have dropped plans to change the location of an outlet that has raised £500,000 a year for vital medical equipment and services.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/outcry-prompts-charity-cafe-u-turn-124749/

Police making enquiries into death of Dartford mum Sian Hollands after inquest slams Darent Valley Hospital treatment

An inquest ruled that she would probably still be alive if hospital staff had treated her properly.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/police-investigate-young-mums-death-124760/

Police helicopter deployed in hunt for wanted man in Maidstone

The police helicopter was deployed during a search for a wanted man

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-helicopter-deployed-in-hunt-124755/

High Sheriff of Kent George Jessel backs rural affairs programme as he takes up role

Kent's new High Sheriff has announced he will concentrate on rural affairs as takes up his new role.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/high-sheriff-visits-the-km-124734/

Family and friends gather to honour life of chef David Thorman, killed in crash

Tears and laughter flowed as friends and family gathered to honour a 35-year-old struck by a van as he cycled home from work.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/the-day-our-world-changed-124730/

A teenager has caught dramtic footage of car being torched in Haymen Street, Chatham

These are the dramatic moments a car burst into flames after being torched by arsonists.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/arson-attack-caught-on-camera-124733/

Two boys charged with shoplifting after £1,000 perfume theft at Bluewater

They are accused of stealing £1,000 of perfume from Bluewater.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/teens-charged-with-perfume-theft-124732/

Judge invites public to Maidstone Crown Court open day

Members of the public are being invited to take a look at some of the work that goes on in a Kent court house.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/court-opens-its-doors-for-124728/

Paedophile Shaun Sharp, formerly of Lydd, subjected children to horrific sex abuse

This is the smirking face of a paedophile who subjected children to horrific sexual abuse and has now been sent to prison.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/smirking-paedophile-jailed-for-life-124726/

Wincheap burglary leaves woman with facial injuries

A woman in her 50s suffered facial injuries this morning after she was assaulted by a man who broke into her house.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/search-for-intruder-underway-after-124724/

Traffic lights out again on junction 10 on M20 in Ashford

Slow moving traffic is in place yet again after another traffic light failure at a busy motorway roundabout.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/traffic-light-drama-strikes-again-124719/

Anger at plan to develop Rochester prison

A public meeting is being held tonight as battle lines are drawn over a government proposal to expand a Kent jail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/campaigners-to-fight-prison-expansion-124702/

Whitstable Harbour: Plans for new restaurant and bar in former engine room on South Quay revealed

Eye-catching plans for a new restaurant and bar in a harbour have been unveiled.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/striking-harbour-restuarant-plan-revealed-124717/

Police and ambulance at crash on the Thanet Way between Whitstable and Faversham

Police and ambulance crews are at the scene of accident on busy dual carriageway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/rush-hour-crash-causing-delays-124706/

Classic Ford Granada stolen from Minster, Sheppey

A distraught daughter wants help to find her late father's classic Ford Granada which has been stolen from outside her home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/can-you-help-find-this-124698/

Canterbury: Peter Price in court for knocking down girl in Wingham High Street

Family of a five-year-old girl feared she had been killed after a pensioner who ignored a red light drove straight into her.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/child-hit-by-car-thrown-124612/

The Future List of companies changing the way live and work in Kent, revealed

Discover the firms transforming how we live and work – based here in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/the-future-list-kent-revealed-124668/

New Kent Police unit to crack down on cyber crime

Specially trained detectives are cracking down on internet fraudsters and other types of online crime.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/new-unit-set-up-to-124682/

Thanet council planning to sell off eight sites

Eight sites have been earmarked for potential sale as part of plans to cut maintenance costs at a Kent authority.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/cash-strapped-council-to-sell-assets-124696/

Gillingham: Dee Uzoka does parkrun at at Great Lines before wedding

A woman who married her childhood sweetheart couldn't resist doing what she loves the most before walking down the aisle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/brides-unique-wedding-warm-up-124701/

Kitchen fire in Broadway, Gillingham

Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus took around 40 minutes to bring a blaze in a two-storey property under control.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/crews-battle-kitchen-fire-124700/

Canterbury actor Orlando Bloom in Radio One "pikey" row

The BBC has been forced to apologise after Kent actor Orlando Bloom used the term "pikey" on Radio One.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/orlando-bloom-in-hot-water-124699/

Police arrest suspects again after dog attack in Jenkins Dale, Chatham

Two people previously detained by police after a toddler was mauled by a dog have been questioned for a second time.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dog-attack-suspects-arrested-again-124697/

Swinton Insurance, which has six branches in Kent, to cut 900 jobs and earmarks 84 sites for closure

Insurance group Swinton has earmarked 84 branches for closure as its customers move online.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/kent-swinton-cut-900-jobs-124694/

Kent teenager arrested after London man Jordan Wright was thought to have been murdered

Police are offering a £10,000 reward - as a Kent man is held on suspicion of murder.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-man-arrested-in-murder-124667/

Claire Saywell from Sittingbourne is suing TUI after a palm tree fell and broke both of her legs in Sri Lanka

A woman whose legs were broken when a palm tree fell on her in Sri Lanka is taking legal action.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/my-husband-says-he-can-124671/

Fridge fire in Trinity Road, Sheerness

Fire-fighters using breathing apparatus put out a blazing fridge in the basement of a town centre office.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/fire-fighters-called-to-fridge-fire-124663/

Crown Prosecution Service handed file covering police investigation of Conservative expenses in South Thanet in 2015

Allegations concerning the Conservatives' South Thanet elections expenses in 2015 have been passed to the CPS, it's been confirmed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/tory-expenses-case-passed-to-124662/

Parking warden 'did not see' man slumped over wheel of car in Folkestone when issuing ticket

A council has defended the actions of a parking warden who "did not see" a man slumped in his car when issuing a ticket.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/council-defends-wardens-actions-124655/

Timothy Ryton jailed after making and sharing child porn in Kent

A former police inspector has today been jailed after making and sharing child porn as a judge described him as "a deeply disturbed man".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/police-inspector-jailed-after-making-124658/

Inquest into death of Daniel Adewole at Cookham Wood YOI finds he died of natural causes

An inquest into the death of a young inmate, who was found unresponsive in his cell at a young offenders institute, found he died of natural causes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/young-inmate-died-of-natural-124652/

Michael Johnson who ran over traffic warden also guilty of manslaughter of Trevor Hadlow

A teenager who mowed down a traffic warden to escape a parking fine is also facing jail for a separate manslaughter, it's been revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/driver-who-knocked-over-warden-124656/

Roger Brown found dead in woodland before trial on historic sex charges

A man has been found dead in woodland - just one day before he was due to stand trial for rape and other sex charges.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/man-accused-of-rape-found-124626/

Agency nurse Sancho De Leon struck off over sexual assault on man

A nurse convicted of sexually assaulting another man has been struck off.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/disgraced-nurse-struck-off-124642/

Lucy King: Jury out in case of mother whose daughter died after drinking heroin substitute

A jury is considering its verdicts on a mother whose young daughter died after drinking a heroin substitute.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/jury-out-in-trial-of-124638/

Higham: British Transport Police called to railway station twice

Concerns were raised for the welfare of a teenage girl and a woman at the same railway station within hours of each other.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/two-999-call-outs-in-12-124633/

Andrew Barrs from Broadstairs has London Marathon medal returned after the car it was in was stolen in Gillingham

A man who ran the London marathon in memory of his brother had his medal stolen just hours after the race - but it has since been found.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/stolen-marathon-medal-found-in-124625/

Police investigating late night assault in Queen Street, Ramsgate

Two men are being sought after a victim suffered facial injuries in a late night assault.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-battered-in-town-centre-124622/

Driver Andrew Mitchell had five lagers the night before serious crash

A van driver left a man with multiple injuries after crashing just hours after drinking five pints on a night out.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/driver-crashed-hours-after-downing-124620/

Fire crews called out to Shipbourne Road, Tonbridge, to deal with two sheds alight

Fire crews in breathing apparatus had to prevent flames spreading to adjoining buildings.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/man-suffers-burns-in-double-124619/

Labour in quest to find new candidates in at least half of Kent seats for 2017 general election

Labour left to find new candidates in key Kent constituencies as previous contenders opt out

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/several-labour-candidates-not-standing-124613/

Dutch ship the Rooswijk to be excavated off the coast of Deal

An international team based in Kent are to carry out an urgent archaeological project to excavate a historic vessel.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/shipwreck-from-1740-discovered-124575/

Fundraising campaign helps keep Birchington girl Helena Russell alive

A toddler with a debilitating disease who was not expected to make her second birthday cannot be treated in the UK due to insufficient NHS funds.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/sick-girl-defying-the-odds-124580/

New Ash Green: Family of Louise Kerton prepare for 16th anniversary of her disappearance

Mystery still surrounds the disappearance of a student nurse who vanished in 2001.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/dads-heartache-over-missing-daugher-124597/

Bonfire blaze in Aylesham

Out-of-control bonfire sets light to nearby trees yards from houses.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/firefighters-tackle-out-of-control-bonfire-124611/

Court results: The latest cases in front of Kent's magistrates

Meat thieves, shoplifters and drivers are among the latest people who have appeared in front of magistrates to face justice.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/latest-court-results-124584/

Ashford Pest Control attend bees swarm at Barming, Maidstone

Pest controllers have been busy after being called out to a swarm of suspected wasps by property owners, which turned out to be bees.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/video-leave-them-bee-124606/

Traffic lights cause traffic queues on M20 at Ashford

Motorists on their way home are facing delays on the M20 because of a traffic light fault at one of its junctions.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/traffic-lights-cause-motorway-delays-124607/

Car crash at Brielle Way, Blue Town

Car crash reported to have closed main road to one of Kent's busiest docks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/sport/three-car-crash-closes-road-124603/

Crash on A20 at Lenham involving motorcyclist

At least one person has been injured following a crash involving a motorbike.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crash-involving-motorcyclist-124602/

Two shot and three arrested after shots fired in Hill Rise, Darenth

BREAKING: Two people sustained gunshot wounds and three men have been arrested after armed police were called to a residential area.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/two-shot-and-three-arrested-124590/

Towergate to make redundancies at headquarters in Eclipse Park, Maidstone

An insurer is to cut back its central finance teams, putting 133 jobs at risk.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/towergate-redundancies-maidstone-124589/

Irving and Cate Benjamin of Deal High Street meet daughter Frankie Gonsalvies after shark attakc

A Kent mum and dad will see their daughter in hospital after her husband punched a shark that was attacking her.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/shark-maul-survivors-kent-family-124581/

Robbery at McColl's Stanhope Court, Ashford

A robbery suspect who raided a newsagent while claiming to have a knife has been arrested and held by police

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/police-arrest-robbery-suspect-124586/

David Drury 'run over' by Michael Johnson in bid to avoid parking ticket, court hears

A teenage driver sped off after running down a traffic warden in a bid to avoid a parking ticket, a court heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/video-traffic-warden-run-down-124577/

Former priest Philip Clements marries male model partner Florin Marin

A retired vicar has married his partner - who is more than half a century younger than him - at a civil ceremony today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/model-marries-priest-three-times-124574/

Four charged with attempted murder after Perry Mulholland was attacked near High Street, Chatham

Four men have been charged with attempted murder after a teenager was run over and stabbed in a town centre attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/four-charged-with-attempted-murder-124570/

Overturned van causes delays at Brenley Corner A2 Canterbury Road

A vehicle has rolled onto its side causing delays this lunchtime.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/overturned-van-shuts-road-124568/

Witnesses needed after man suffers facial injuries in assault at flat in London Road, Dover

A man was badly hurt with a facial injury after being attacked at a flat.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/witness-appeal-after-serious-assault-124565/

Travellers move onto field next to Riverside Country Park, Lower Rainham Road, Rainham

Residents say they feel trapped in their homes like prisoners after a large group of travellers moved onto a field next to a country park last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/travellers-move-onto-country-park-124564/

Couple Joyce and Frank Dodd die on same day after Darent Valley Hospital staff put beds together

A couple married for 77 years died on the same day after hospital staff moved their beds together so they could hold hands for a final time.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/couple-married-for-77-years-124562/

Gig For Life by Cancer Research UK at the Hop Farm Family Park, Paddock Wood, has been cancelled

Poor ticket sales have been blamed for the cancellation of Cancer Research UK's one-day music festival at the Hop Farm Family Park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/hop-farm-gig-for-life-charity-music-event-cancelled-124559/

Bunnings Warehouse chain to replace former B&Q site in Folkestone

A new DIY brand is set to come to Kent and will be the fifth of its kind in the UK, we can exclusively reveal.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/derelict-retail-premises-to-house-124557/

Police hunt after crash in City Way, Rochester

Officers are searching for the occupants of a car which crashed into a wall this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-hunt-after-crash-124558/

Police arrest two men from anti-paedophile vigilante gang

Two men from a vigilante gang which tries to trap paedophile suspects have been arrested.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-arrest-two-members-of-124553/

A20 partly blocked after crash at Foots Cray

A section of the A20 is blocked after several vehicles were involved in a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/traffic-stationary-after-pile-up-124550/

Former Eastry clergyman Philip Clements to wed male model, 24

The fiance of a gay vicar is promising to hit back at critics of their wedding today following suggestions he must only be after his partner's money.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/model-to-marry-priest-three-124387/

Alfie Armstrong dies of kidney disease days after donors stepped forward for transplant

A four-year-old boy, who fought desperately with kidney disease, has died despite generous organ donors coming forward.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/alfie-is-at-peace-now-124498/

Gravesend GP Dr Manpinder Sahota gives obesity warning

A doctor says parents must stop giving children junk food on a regular basis or they are likely to develop Type 2 diabetes, heart disease or cancer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/are-you-killing-your-kids-124516/

Big rise in use of food banks in Kent

A charity says growing numbers of families are finding out it only takes an unexpected bill to mean they are unable to put food on their table.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/17600-need-emergency-food-supplies-124540/

Dartford: Gunshots heard in Hill Rise, Darenth

A helicopter was scrambled and armed police called in after gunshots were heard in a village.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/gunshots-heard-in-residential-street-124544/

Whitstable woman and Canterbury man charged with Faversham burglary.

A man and woman have been arrested in connection with a burglary. The man is also charged with dangerous driving.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/police-arrest-man-and-woman-124539/

Police called to Folkestone West train station

Unconfirmed reports that a man has been found wandering on train tracks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/police-called-to-man-trespassing-124538/

Delays on M2 at J5 Sittingbourne and on the A249 as police clear crashes

Three crashes all in the same area are making driving home a nightmare for motorists tonight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/triple-delays-as-cars-spin-124536/

Kent drivers in line for bigger fines if caught speeding

Motorists could be fined up to £2,500 if they are caught flouting the speed limit as changes to the law came into effect today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/sharp-shock-for-dangerous-speeders-124491/

Rape detectives issue CCTV after woman attacked in Great Lines Heritage Park, in Gillingham

Detectives investigating the rape of a woman as she walked across a park in the Towns have issued CCTV of a man they would like to speak to.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-issue-cctv-in-rape-124528/

Ashraf Miah jailed for attempted rape of woman in Thanet

An attempted rapist is behind bars after an 18-year-old managed to film her "harrowing" ordeal as she screamed for help.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/teenage-girl-records-sex-attack-124531/

Delays expected as crash closes A291 at Herne Common

Police, fire and ambulance are reported to be at the scene of a serious crash near one of Kent's zoos.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/big-crash-closes-road-124533/

How to Save for Retirement When You’re Self-Employed

We quit working our day jobs several years ago to pursue the dream of writing and working on this blog full-time — however, we also do several other freelance contract jobs, such as writing for companies, freelance construction work and more.

Most employers offer a contribution match to their 401(k) plan to help employees plan for retirement, and that is what most people rely on for their financial future.

But what do we self-employed freelancers do to prepare for those golden years? Are there any retirement options for the self-employed that will grow our savings to the amount needed for a comfortable retirement?

There are several options available for how to save when you’re self-employed, including both conventional and nonconventional ways.

Retirement Plans for the Self-Employed

Though many people are unaware of this, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) states that self-employed freelancers actually have many of the same retirement options as employees.

• The Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) plan allows you to contribute up to 25 percent of your net earnings, not including the contributions for yourself, and the funds are tax-deductible.

• The 401(k) Plan is available for self-employed freelancers as an individual plan. You can contribute up to $18,000 annually, plus an additional $6,000 each year if you are age 50 or over. These deferrals can be either pre-tax or as Roth contributions.

• Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees, also known as the SIMPLE IRA Plan, is available to small business owners with employees. You can contribute up to $12,500 annually. If you’re age 50 or older, you can add $3,000 in contributions per year. This plan also allows you to contribute a 3 percent matching contribution or 2 percent fixed contribution.

• The SIMPLE IRA Plan for the Sole Proprietor treats you as the employer and the employee when you file a Schedule C form. The plan allows you to defer up to $12,500 and an additional $3,000 if you are age 50 or older. However, you cannot exceed your net earnings from your business sponsoring the plan.

• Traditional or Roth IRA allows you to roll over your 401(k) funds from your previous day job to save for retirement. You can contribute up to $5,500 and an additional $1,000 if you are age 50 or older. These IRAs offer tax advantages, including a tax deduction on traditional IRAs and tax-free withdrawals during retirement on Roth IRAs.

The best retirement option for self-employed people is based on whether or not your business has employees – however, both the SEP and the individual 401(k) plans allow your earnings to grow tax-deferred until you are ready to withdraw the funds. Speak to a financial advisor or tax consultant before making contributions to ensure you are going to meet your financial goals.

Unconventional Income Streams for Retirement

Financial retirement accounts are not the only way to increase your self-employed retirement savings. There are other options available, including the one we are using to build a passive income stream to last a lifetime – blogging.

• Blogging allows us to reach a wider audience and share our knowledge and expertise. As we are building our site and our subscriber list, companies pay us to run their ads and/or include affiliate links for products we use and trust. When it comes to increasing our income and learning how to save for retirement when self-employed, blogging has proven to be a lucrative plan for us.

• Network marketing and direct selling through a legitimate company can result in earned income as well as passive income. Most companies offer a compensation plan for not only selling products, but for recruiting others to distribute the merchandise. The network marketing model promotes entrepreneurship and usually includes free training from the direct selling company.

• Renting houses or apartments is an option that will provide a monthly income from paying tenants. Depending on the location, a rental property can garner you an extra $200 to $1,000 or more each month. Renting property also has its tax advantages, and you can increase the monthly rent over time, or after major repairs or additions. 

• Accruing real estate takes the above option one step further. Not only can you purchase and rent out houses and apartment buildings, but you can rent out commercial real estate buildings to businesses that will provide you with an additional income stream. You can buy shares in a real estate investment trust or have direct ownership of the property. You will want to consult an investment advisor for the best option for you and your financial retirement goals.

Consider combining a couple of the retirement plans listed above with one or two of the unconventional income additions that fit into your schedule to help you save for retirement while self-employed. You can still retire with a plan in place without going back to your old day job — just keep an open mind and be willing to hustle to make it happen.

The post How to Save for Retirement When You’re Self-Employed appeared first on Homey Improvements.

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M20: Traffic held after crash between Junction 7 for Detling and 8 for Leeds

Traffic was temporarily stopped while police and paramedics attended a crash on a motorway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/traffic-held-after-motorway-crash-124527/

Police appeal after man in his seventies assaulted during burglary in Phoenix Place, Dartford

A man in his seventies was assaulted and robbed of cash and a gold ring by two men posing as police officers during a burglary at his home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/elderly-man-assaulted-during-burglary-124526/

Voters back Folkestone Academy's decision to ban Megan McKnight for having tongue piercing

Readers have backed a decision to exclude a schoolgirl because she had a tongue piercing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/head-defended-after-pupil-banned-124523/

Ashford One Stop robbery suspect charged

Police have charged a man on suspicion of robbery, possessing a knife, and taking two crates of beer from a convenience store.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/masked-robbery-suspect-charged-124524/

Man hospitalised after assault behind pub in Wickhambreaux near Canterbury

A man has suffered multiple injuries after an assault in a village pub courtyard

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/police-appeal-for-witness-to-124522/

Edenbridge home raided as puppies and mum stolen

A Springer Spaniel and 11 puppies have been stolen from a padlocked kennel just days after the mother had given birth.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/puppies-and-mother-stolen-from-124521/

Thief steals purse from pensioner's shopping trolley in Iceland, Dartford

A woman in her 70s was shopping in Iceland when she noticed her purse, which contained cash and cards, was missing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/thief-steals-purse-from-pensioners-124514/

Heart of Kent Hospice staff put out chapel fire

Quick-thinking hospice staff stopped a fire from spreading during a morning scare

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/hospice-staff-put-out-chapel-124511/

Inquest into death of Daniel Adewole at Cookham Wood Young Offenders Institute

The inquest into the death of an epileptic teenager, who was found unresponsive in his cell at a young offenders' institution, begins today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/inquest-opens-into-teen-who-124510/

Endangered birds and eggs stolen during Hadlow College break in

Detectives are hunting thieves after endangered birds and more than two dozen eggs were stolen from a college

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/endangered-birds-and-eggs-stolen-124508/

Teenager suffered facal injuries following alleged fairground assault in Hythe

A teenage girl suffered facial injuries in an alleged assault at a fairground and now the police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/arrests-after-fairground-assault-124507/

Folkestone Academy pupil Megan McKnight banned from lessons due to tongue piercing

A mother has condemned a secondary school for banning her daughter from lessons due to a tongue piercing seven weeks before her GCSE exams.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/tongue-piercing-school-ban-for-124504/

Woman hit by train in Margate dies from injuries

A woman seriously injured after being hit by a train in Margate has died in hospital.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/woman-hit-by-train-dies-124505/

Police called to Ashford Rugby Club following sighting of suspected criminal

Police were called to a sports club to arrest a suspected criminal, wanted in connection with several crimes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/police-descend-on-sports-club-124494/

Appeal after man suffers head injuries in collision in the Civic Centre car park, Strood

A man who suffered head injuries in a collision was spotted on top of the bonnet of a moving car moments before.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-suffers-head-injuries-after-124492/

'Baby shark' caught by fishermen in St Mary's Bay, Romney Marsh

Fishermen caught a baby shark off the Kent coast - sparking fears its parents could be lurking nearby.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/baby-shark-caughtbut-wheres-its-124484/

Car goes through fence at Langdon Cliffs

Police were called out after a car went through a fence at cliffs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/car-smashes-through-fence-at-124481/

Big chill: Arctic temperatures to plunge Kent into wintry weather

Kent is set to be thrown back to winter this week - with freezing temperatures, sleet, hail and frost on the cards.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/big-chill-set-to-see-124475/

Medaille Trust calls for tougher sentence for Canterbury brothel manager Teng Gao

A brothel owner who avoided jail should have been given a tougher sentence, according to a charity that helps victims of human trafficking.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/sex-slave-victims-let-down-124372/

Plus-size mum Emma Head, from Gillingham, bids to be crowned Miss British Beauty Curve 2017

A plus-size mum is determined to banish the bullies as she sets her sights on winning the national title of Miss British Beauty Curve 2017.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/mum-celebrates-her-curves-at-124381/

Bluewater Trapped Down South new horror experience set to open

A new interactive scare experience, Trapped Down South, will open in a Kent shopping centre this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/dartford-do-you-have-the-nerve-new-horror-experience-124473/

Caravans destroyed in fire at woodland in Pluckley

Pressured cylinders had to be cooled in a woodland fire which destroyed several mobile homes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/four-caravans-and-outbuilding-destroyed-124472/

Southeastern: Trespasser blocks lines at Bromley South

Lines are blocked on part of Southeastern's services after a trespasser got onto the tracks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/all-train-lines-blocked-after-124471/

Firefighters called to fire in Argos, Market Street, Dartford

Firefighters were called to a blaze in a busy Argos store.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/firefighters-tackle-blaze-in-argos-124470/

Sittingbourne: Crash near M2 junction 5 Stockbury Roundabout

There's been a four car crash close to a busy roundabout this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/four-car-crash-on-roundabout-124469/

Kent Police Cadets from Canterbury, Medway and Tonbridge pass out in parade in Maidstone

Police cadets from around the county enjoyed taking part in their passing out parade today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-cadets-enjoy-passing-out-124467/

Man falls off bike in Clapham Hill, Whitstable

A cyclist was taken to a London hospital with serious injuries after losing control and falling off his bike.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/cyclist-suffers-serious-injuries-after-124465/

Debris on M20 between Ashford and Maidstone

Driver are warned to expect delays after debris was spotted on the M20.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/debris-on-the-m20-124464/

Tunbridge Wells: Kitchen fire in Cambridge Street

Two fire engines were sent to a kitchen fire after smoke was seen coming from a two-storey home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/crews-attend-kitchen-fire-124462/

Accident in Beltring on Maidstone Road between A228 and Transfesa Road Paddock Wood

Police have been called to an accident this morning on a busy road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/accident-on-busy-road-124461/

Safety concerns after lorries hit Town Bridge in Yalding

A medieval bridge has been hit by delivery lorries five times in six months, sparking safety concerns from villagers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/safety-fears-after-lorries-repeatedly-124377/

Folkestone: Suspicious fire in Wood Avenue

Firefighters have battled a bedroom blaze which they say may have been suspicious.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/house-fire-thought-to-be-124458/

Appeal after car stolen from Mead Road, Dartford

Police appeal after car, which contained items belonging to bereaved parents, was stolen.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/baby-items-stolen-124459/

Firefighter's warning after derelict building fire in Burch Road, Northfleet

A firefighter has warned of the dangerous of going into derelict buildings after a fire last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/firefighters-warning-after-building-fire-124455/

Campaign diary: Farage is out, a former Labour MP defects and other tales from the Kent campaign frontline

It's what nobody expected but a snap election is on - even if the campaign is only now stuttering into life

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/blogs/paul-francis/theyre-off-the-election-battle-124453/

Model Alasdair Russell found dead before Everest climb

Tributes have been paid after a model was found dead just weeks before he was due to climb Everest.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/teen-model-dies-in-tragic-124452/

St George's Day: 10 things you didn't know

It's St George's Day today. But why do we celebrate... and who was he?

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/st-georges-day-124246/

London Marathon: Some of Kent's selfless runners

London plays host to one of the world's great marathons today - with muscle and sinew being put to the ultimate test.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/runners-representing-kent-in-london-124302/

Benefit cuts cause food bank crisis

Emergency food suppliers are facing huge strains - with a change in the law leaving some families in Kent up to £1,500 a year worse off.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/food-bank-crisis-after-benefit-124325/

Bosses given six months to improve troubled Hamilton's home in Upstreet

An inspector sat on a urine-soaked cushion at a residential home which has been ordered to improve.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/whistleblowers-expose-falling-standards-at-124378/

Key Driveway Renovation Tips to Preparing Your New Driveway Makeover

Curb appeal is something all homeowners strive for, but achieving that look can be time-consuming, confusing, and just plain expensive if you don’t have an effective plan. One of the best places you can spend money where curb appeal is concerned is giving your driveway a makeover. By freshening it up, you’ll completely transform how your house looks. With that in mind, we’ve put together a few key driveway renovation tips that you can use for your driveway makeover. Let’s take a look. 

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2. Experiment with Different Materials

If you’re considering giving your driveway a makeover, it’s also recommended that you think about using different materials. Just because you have asphalt at the moment doesn’t mean you have to stick with it. Maybe you’re ready for a big change such as poured concrete or something even more intricate such as interlocking brick. Now is the time to check out the various materials and pick one that amps up your curb appeal and achieves the look you’re going for.

Additionally, it’s a good time to think about the layout and size of your driveway. Depending on where you live, regulations, and the by-laws, you may also be able to expand the size of your driveway. This could warrant a makeover right there! Perhaps, you’ve always dreamed of that circular driveway, or one that allows for more parking. Now is the time to think about the configuration and make your design changes before you begin any drive renovation.

2. Sealing Your Driveway

If your driveway is still relatively new and isn't in really rough shape, then you're lucky because your options are less expensive as you can give it a pretty cheap and simple makeover. In order to get the most bang for your buck, you'll want to look into resealing the driveway. You can do this on your own or hire a professional to come in and do it for you. Keep in mind, that any cracks or holes must be fixed before you apply the sealant.

Why seal your driveway?

First of all, it will instantly improve the appearance of the asphalt. Because these sealants are a thick black material, it will bring it back to new condition as far as looks go. As an added bonus, it also helps to reduce cracking in the future, which will allow it to look good for a longer period of time. These sealants actually close the pores that are in driveways and prevent water from seeping in and causing damage.

3. Keeping the Concrete?

If you happen to have a concrete driveway that has seen better days, but you’d really rather not change it, then there are ways you can get it back to new. One of the most unsightly things that can happen with concrete driveways is cracks. They can be quite small or rather large and deep. These cracks will age your entire exterior and give it a rundown feel.

While it would be great to avoid these cracks all together, unfortunately it's just not possible. Cracking occurs when the ground freezes then thaws. Obviously, if you are in a climate that experiences cold winters and hot summers, this will be extremely difficult on your driveway. The cracks usually start off small and just keep expanding from there.

One option to fix this is by placing a new layer of concrete on top of the old one. When doing this however you need to cover the entire driveway otherwise you’ll have patches of new concrete on old concrete. If you do want to just seal the holes with new concrete you could then work on painting over the driveway in one colour. This will help to even out the look and make it all one colour, hiding the new concrete and blending it in better.

4. Resurfacing Asphalt

Another way in which you can give your driveway a makeover is to resurface the asphalt. During this process, a professional takes the top layer off your driveway and then replaces it with a brand-new layer. This is much faster, easier, and cheaper to do then ripping up the entire driveway and starting from scratch. What’s great is that you won’t see any patches and the driveway will be nice and level/even once again. It will look like a whole new driveway when the process is finished.

5. Choosing to Re-Pave the Driveway

In the worst-case scenario, you’ll be looking at re-paving your driveway completely. Usually, this is reserved for driveways that are 20 years or older, have been sealed numerous times over the years, have large cracks, potholes, and are uneven. At this point, the driveway has basically reached its maximum lifespan. If you’re looking to repave your driveway, you need to start by:

Choose your new pavers and get them positioned and secured into place using a layer of concrete to push them into.

 

• Pulling up the old pavers to make way for the new pavers.
• Evening out the ground to ensure its level for the new pavers to be placed down.
• Work out the square meterage you need to ensure you have enough pavers for the job.

It’s important to remember that you mustn’t drive on your driveway for a few days as this can create the pavers to become loose or move into awkward positions.

What If You Don’t Have Money For A Professional?

If you want to renovate your driveway but you don’t have the funds to bring in a professional here’s some things to think of:

• Add flowerbeds beside the driveway to help give it colour and beauty throughout the year. The flowers should be those that are able to withstand different weather changes and be exposed to the elements. They should also be low to the ground growing (unlike roses) to ensure your car won’t get damaged if they get too big and rub against the car.
• Depending on your driveway, you can also add a layer of smooth rocks or pebbles on top of the current driveway (if it’s dirt related) to give it more texture and appeal. Pebble driveways look great and are a cheaper alternative to hiring a professional.
• Repaint the driveway if it’s a little outdated or if you want to upgrade the look and don’t have the money. Many people opt to repaint the driveway to help give it a more modern look without the expense attached.
  

Don’t Be Afraid to Step Outside the Box

When it comes to a driveway makeover the best advice is not to be afraid to step outside the box. Start by setting your budget, then think about what look you’re going for and the practicality. Before you know it, your new driveway will add the curb appeal and usefulness that you’ve long desired.

Jimmy Stanley

Jimmy Stanley founded PSI Paving in 2004. Their expert team of paving contractors are considered the best in the business. Honesty is a hallmark at PSI Paving, so you can rest assured that our team will take great care every step of the way to give you the outcome you want.

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Protestors take to the streets of Hythe to oppose three big proposed housing developments

Banner waving protestors mach through Hythe town centre in a show of force.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/hundreds-join-anti-development-march-124448/

Former carnival royalty invited to reunion party in Deal

Former carnival queens and princesses will party the night away at a Kent-wide reunion tonight

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/former-carnival-royalty-invited-to-124409/

Medway Maritime Hospital employing nurses from Philippines

One of Kent's biggest hospitals has gone overseas in an attempt to tackle staff shortages.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/hundreds-of-foreign-nurses-recruited-124334/

Major fly-tipping site discovered long Sturry Road in Canterbury

Taxpayers are set to pick up the bill after more than 100 fridges, tyres and other waste has been strewn across public land.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/worst-fly-tipping-ever-seen-124337/

Margate resident Ryan Butcher jailed for downloading illegal images of children

A man changed his name to a fictional character in an attempt to get round a ban and chat with children online undetected.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/sex-offenders-game-of-thrones-124339/

Lembit Opik argues with traffic warden over parking ticket in Ashford

Broadcaster Lembit Opik was non too pleased after being given a parking ticket in a Kent town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/ex-mp-confronts-traffic-warden-124422/

Folkestone: Air ambulance lands off Cornwallis Avenue

A medical emergency led to paramedics being flown into a Kent town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/air-ambulance-lands-near-polo-124417/

Maidstone: Police find car dumped in Trellyn Close, Barming

Officers were called to reports of suspicious activity and found a car dumped in a residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-recover-dumped-car-124424/

Maidstone: Driver stopped on M20 travelling at 96mph between junction 9 for Ashford and 8 for Leeds

A motorist has been stopped on the M20 tonight after being caught travelling at nearly 100mph.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/driver-caught-at-96mph-124425/

Christian Judges jailed for burglaries in Sittingbourne

A teenager who pedalled round a Kent town breaking into homes has been slammed by a judge for causing "mayhem".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/burglar-on-bicycle-raided-22-124419/

Ashford: Crash on Upper Pemberton, Kennington

Emergency services were called to a two-car accident in an industrial area.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/police-and-paramedics-called-to-124421/

Dartford: Rolling roadblock on anticlockwise M25 at junction 1B

There is a rolling roadblock causing queues on the M25 after an oil spillage.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/rolling-roadblock-on-m25-124414/

Staplehurst: Police appeal after shed break-ins around village

Officers are appealing for witnesses after a number of sheds were broken into in a Kent village

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/appeal-after-shed-break-ins-124411/

Charing: Two-car crash on A252 Faversham Road near Bowl Road

There's been a two-car crash at rush hour on a busy A-road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/two-car-crash-on-a-road-124408/

Road rage clash at Stanhope Road, Ashford

Police have appealed for witnesses after two women were involved in a 'confrontation' in a housing estate during morning rush hour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/appeal-after-womens-road-rage-124392/

Person hit by train at Margate station

Services have been delayed and a rail station evacuated after person was hit by train.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/person-hit-by-train-at-124391/

Lorry crashes into traffic lights in Pavilion Road, Folkestone

A busy road in a seaside town remains open despite a lorry crashing into a set of traffic lights, causing the pole to bend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/lorry-damages-traffic-lights-in-124389/

Virginijus Sertvytis walks from court after being convicted of causing death of Arthur Jackson on M25

A trucker has walked from court after he was convicted of causing the death of a car passenger in an M25 crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/lorry-driver-walks-free-after-124384/

Man arrested on suspicion of arson after spate of fires in Chatham

A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after several town centre blazes this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-arrested-over-spate-of-124379/

Faversham fire: Empire menswear owner Chris Staff says blaze has devastated his business

The owner of a shop damaged by a huge town centre fire says he is confused and angry after discovering it could have been deliberately started.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/arson-blaze-has-devastated-our-124370/

Martin Tucker pleads guilty to dangerous driving after Maidstone crash

A motorcyclist was left fighting for his life after a man tried to beat a traffic jam by pulling off an illegal manoeuvre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/impatient-driver-almost-killed-biker-124328/

Owners of Topes in Rochester High Street hope to open The Cheese Shop a few doors away

The owners of a popular high street restaurant hope to open a delicatessen a few doors away.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/next-course-is-cheese--124306/

Bonfire spreads out of control at allotment in Conyer

Firefighters were called to deal with a blaze that destroyed two garden sheds last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/bonfire-spreads-out-of-control-124358/

Maidstone Magistrates' Court hit by suspected arson attack

Dozens of court cases have been cancelled today after a fire.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/magistrates-court-hit-by-arson-124360/

Domino's pizza delivery driver robbed by Reece Thomas in Faversham

A man punched and kicked a Domino's delivery driver in the face as he lay on the ground, before boasting on social media about the vile attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/thug-boasted-on-facebook-about-124361/

Tiny calf given knitted jumper at farm in Paddlesworth, Folkestone

A tiny premature calf who was 'knocking on heaven's door' has been given her own woolly jumper.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/cows-about-that-to-keep-124346/

Sallee Panayi says a new grave has been dug far too close to her father's resting place in Whitstable cemetery

A daughter has been left devastated after a new grave was dug remarkably close to her father's.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/grave-error-is-too-close-124352/

Universtiy of Kent student, Abdul Dahir, of Liberty Quays, in Gillingham jailed for dealing

A university student returned to drug-dealing after struggling to make ends meet, a court heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/uni--student-jailed-for-124355/

CCTV images released after suspected knife assualt and robbery in St John's Street, Folkestone

Police have released images of two men they would like to speak to in connection with a suspected knife assault and robbery.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/cctv-appeal-after-knife-assault-124347/

Chatham: rubbish blaze in Slicketts Hill is suspected arson attack

Police are investigating a suspected arson attack after a firefighters were called to tackle a rubbish blaze last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/arson-probe-after-fire-crews-124344/

Nurse Paul Ramsamy left blind in one eye after attack at Cookham Wood youth jail, Rochester

A youth jail nurse might never return to work after being left blind in one eye by a 16-year-old thug who already had 32 convictions to his name.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/nurse-blinded-by-prison-thug-124345/

Widening M2 between Sittingbourne and Faversham crucial to cope with rising traffic says Swale counci officer

A motorway should be widened to avoid creating more congestion problems, says a senior council officer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/urgent-calls-to-widen-motorway-124330/

Caretaker leaves over knife scare at Norton Knatchbull school

A caretaker involved in an outburst in front of shocked pupils no longer works at the school, it's been revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/caretaker-leaves-school-after-knife-124305/

Gemma Arterton says some film roles were ‘wrong choice’ ahead of Their Finest premiere

Kent actress Gemma Arterton has spoken of how her Kentish upbringing affected her movie choices - as her new film hits the big screens.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/gemmas-finest-hour-124309/

GP services in Kent and Medway under pressure

A crisis in GP services in Kent and Medway is only going to get worse as growing numbers of doctors quit the profession, experts have warned.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-and-medways-gp-crisis-124326/

Thanet: Nigel Farage says he won't run for South Thanet seat in general election

Former UKIP leader Nigel Farage has announced he won't be standing to be a Kent MP in the General Election.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/farage-wont-bid-for-kent-124336/

Dartford: Police close one lane of M25 entry slip at junction 1b after people spotted on the road

Police have closed one lane of an entry slip road onto the M25 after people were spotted on the carriageway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/people-spotted-on-m25-slip-124333/

Financial Planning for Twenty Somethings

Your twenties are an exciting time for many reasons. You graduate from college and enter the real world. You get your first job. You are likely on your own in an apartment for the first time. No parents. No roommates. You may develop a relationship with a significant other and get married.

It’s also exciting because you set your own, individual financial house in order. Sure, how your parents handled money is probably a model. I know it was for me. But in your twenties, you get to decide what you’re comfortable doing. Do you want a house? Do you want to travel before starting a family? Do you want to move halfway across the country? It’s all up to you.

That said, there are many things I wish I’d known about financial planning when I was in my twenties. Standing at the ripe old age of 32, I wish someone had emphasized to me what I’m about to emphasize to you.

Here’s a look at the three basics of financial planning for twenty-somethings. Been there. Did that.

Get Your Debt Under Control

What do I mean by getting your debt under control? Get monthly debt payments to a manageable amount. The reason? A lot of people have racked up credit card debt or have student loan repayments kicking in. Either, or both, can leave them paying every single dollar of disposable income to debt service.

Disposable income, by the way, is the amount you have left over after basics like rent, food, utilities and transportation.

If you’re paying every single dollar to debt service, you can’t possibly save for a vacation, a down payment on a house or retirement. The problem is exacerbated by the fact that, in your twenties, your income is probably pretty low.

At 25, I had $5,000 in credit card debt and $25,000 in student loans. My first job paid $30,000 — not a princely sum. I got a personal loan at a lower interest rate and transferred my credit card to it, which lessened my monthly payment immediately. I applied for and got a student loan repayment plan based on my income. Less per month there. I was paying a total of $329 on debt payments every month. It went down to $225.

With the money you save from getting your debt under control, you can start to build wealth more effectively. You want to pay off your debt responsibly, but don’t starve yourself of every penny just to pay it off.

Build Good Credit

You need good credit. Eventually, you will want a mortgage or a car loan. When you apply, banks and other lenders pull your credit score. If your credit score is average or poor, you may not get approved. If you do, poor or low credit may mean you’ll be charged a higher interest rate than people with excellent credit.

A higher interest rate means you’ll pay more every month and that money goes to less of the purchase. In addition, more and more landlords and even employers are using credit scores as a proxy for responsibility. They use it to make rental and hiring decisions.

How do you build good credit? First, pay your bills on time. Always. A large part of a credit score is determined by payment history. Set up your monthly bills for autopay so you don’t forget to make out checks or mail them when they’re due.

Second, ironically enough, if you have no debt, you need to get some. Seriously. Part of what lenders look at is your ability to use credit responsibly. If you’ve never demonstrated that, which you won’t if you’ve had no credit card or bank loan debt, it will ding your credit score. They also don’t like people being maxed out. That will hurt your score even more.

If a bank will give you a credit card with, say, a $500 line of credit and you use $200, you’ll be sitting pretty. You use credit, but you don’t go wild. And you pay on time.

Start a Retirement Account

I didn’t care about starting a retirement account until I hit 25. Then, I read an article that made it clear to me how important it was. It said this: if a person saves $3,000 every year from the time they’re 21 until the time they’re 30, they’d have $227,111 saved by the age of 60, assuming a six percent rate of return annually. That’s more than a quarter million dollars. And that’s without doing anything else. That’s $250 per month. I could do it by the time I hit 28, at least.

The reason the figure grows to be so awesome is that time and compound earnings work like a type of magic. Compare what happens if you don’t start saving until the age of 41. You’d need to save $9,621 each year until you’re 50 to get the same amount by the age of 60. That’s nearly $802 every month. That’s a lot of money, and it’s beyond most people’s grasp.

Plus, if you have an employer-sponsored retirement plan, please, please take advantage of it. First, money is taken out pretax. That means if you make $30,000 and have two percent taken out for a 401(k), you’ll only be taxed on $29,400. It can, depending on your income, lower your tax bracket.

If your employer offers a matching 401(k), please, please, please take advantage. You’re leaving money on the table if you don’t. That two percent from you is $600 per year. With a matching two percent, it becomes $1,200 per year. Sweet.

 

In your twenties, you’ll have lots of adventures but have lots of financial planning too! The financial planning you set up now will let you get debt under control, have good credit and save for retirement.

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Mum who lost son to depression backs Prince Harry’s plea

A mother of a man who took his own life after battling depression has spoken out after Prince Harry opened up this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/mum-who-lost-son-to-depression-124288/

Horses on A2 near M25

A rolling road block has been set up after horses got onto the A2 near the junction with the M25.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/road-block-as-horses-get-124324/

Sittingbourne chosen as location for launch of a new minibus service

Residents of a Kent town have access to a new on-demand minibus.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/transport-giant-launches-on-demand-minibus-124323/

Man climbs large blue crane at Rochester Riverside development

A man could be seen sitting at the top of a crane after scaling the huge structure.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-climbs-to-top-of-124322/

Paul Norris tells court how he tried to save life of tot Frankie Hedgecock who died from methadone

A friend has told a court how he desperately helped a mum try to save the life of a toddler thought to have drunk a heroin substitute.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/pal-tells-of-desperate-attempt-124318/

Maidstone: 19-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of assault after 'domestic incident' in London Road

A woman remains in police custody after an alleged assault which left a man in hospital.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/woman-arrested-for-assault-after-domestic-124319/

Car overturns in Whitehill Road, Longfield, near Gravesend

One woman was trapped and another two people needed treatment following a single vehicle crash in the early hours of today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/car-overturns-with-five-inside-124313/

Was Prime Minister Theresa May on her way to Broadstairs this morning?

A police and limo convoy spotted earlier today sparked rumours of an extra-special visitor.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/was-the-prime-minister-visiting-124307/

Network Rail install new warning system for pedestrians in Whitstable, Tankerton, Lenham and Aylesford

Warning systems have been installed at some of the county's footpath level crossings to help improve safety and save lives.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/new-alert-boosts-safety-124295/

Southborough: Three men in custody after attempting to 'blow up' cash machine in Southborough

Three in custody after attempting to cause a gas explosion at a Kent town's post office.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/men-arrested-for-attempting-to-blow-up-cash-machine-124303/

Conservative MP Craig Mackinlay says he won't be derailed by continuing expenses investigation as PM offers endorsement

South Thanet MP Craig Mackinlay says he is "unconcerned" by ongoing election expenses inquiry as Nigel Farage remains undecided over rematch

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/conservative-craig-mackinlay-shrugs-off-124298/

Family say goodbye to five-year-old Eva Giles at her funeral in Herne Bay

The father of a five-year-old girl told of her infectious laugh and inspiring spirit as she was laid to rest following a battle with a brain tumour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/goodbye-our-little-princess-124281/

Robbery at One Stop, Beaver Lane, Ashford

Two masked robbers threatened shop staff before making off with hundreds of pounds.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/masked-robbery-at-convenience-store-124300/

Maidstone: Shalmuwn Hall, Christopher Tregunno and Kieron Murphy jailed for dealing drugs

Three men have been jailed for selling drugs in a Kent town

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/drug-dealers-jailed-124296/

Bulldogs used as bridesmaids and best man in Dover wedding of Karen Chamberlain and Peter Dowling.

Five bulldogs were used as bridesmaids and a best man in a startling wedding.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/dog-124289/

West Kingsdown: 17 derelict caravans destroyed by fire

Fire crews were called after a serious blaze broke out at a Kent caravan site, destroying 17 caravans.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/derelict-caravans-destroyed-by-fire-124292/

Man stabbed in fight outside Priory Shopping Centre and Sainsbury's in Dartford

A man has been taken to hospital after being knifed in the shoulder during a fight involving a group of men outside a shopping centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-stabbed-in-fight-outside-124293/

Police appeal after motorcyclist dies in crash on the B2075 Romney Road, in New Romney

A motorcyclist in his 60s has died after a crash with a car yesterday afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/man-died-after-rush-hour-124284/

Former Medway Labour MP Bob Marshall-Andrews defects to Lib Dems

The former Medway Labour MP Bob Marshall-Andrews has defected to the Lib Dems in a blow to his former party.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/former-labour-mp-defects-to-124279/

Talk of the Town pub in Leysdown shuts after stabbing

A couple who have run a popular bar for 25 years have branded new conditions imposed on them by the council as 'unworkable'.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/pub-forced-to-close-after-124198/

Ex Man of Kent pub manager Snaebjorn ends up homeless

A man in his 60s has found himself with nowhere to go after he lost his job and split up with his partner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/evicted-businessman-living-in-car-124251/

Online auction to help Sheerness girl Florence Whitelock's battle with cancer

Parents of a one-year-old suffering from a rare type of cancer are planning to take her to Disneyland.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/auction-to-help-girl-battling-124257/

Inquest: Michael Bundy suicide theory after Thanet Way car transporter crash

A man who suffered multiple injuries when he was hit by a car transporter was probably committing suicide, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/car-transporter-crash-victim-committed-124268/

Kent fire crews fight big blaze in Faversham town centre

Firefighters were battling a huge blaze in the middle of a furniture shop in Faversham tonight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/fire-crews-fight-huge-blaze-124278/

The Hunted One group to stop live streaming of stings

A group dedicated to catching suspected sexual predators who turn up to meet children say they have no intention of stopping their undercover stings.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/paedophile-hunters-vow-to-carry-124273/

Kent MPs react to 2017 general election announcement

Voters are being asked to choose another government just over two years after Tory David Cameron was re-elected for a second term.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-mps-relishing-snap-election-124270/

Canterbury: Lorry and bus crash on Military Road Tourtel roundabout

A lorry and bus have crashed close to a busy roundabout, which is causing tailbacks around a town's ring-road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/bus-and-lorry-in-crash-124267/

New Romney: A259 Lydd Road closed in both directions after crash

A main road has been closed in both directions following a crash between a car and a motorcycle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/crash-closes-main-road-124266/

A229 Linton Hill closed both ways after car overturns

A car overturning in a ditch has closed a road in both directions.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crash-closes-road-124263/

Lee John Harvey and Joe Simpkin charged after The Hunted One sting at Bluewater descends into violence

Two men have been charged after an undercover sting on a suspected paedophile at Kent's biggest shopping centre descended into violence.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/two-charged-after-bluewater-violence-124255/

Lorry driver Virginijus Sertvytis denies causing death of Arthur Jackson in M25 crash

A lorry driver has denied causing the death of a man who was thrown from a car into the middle of a motorway following a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/trucker-denies-causing-death-of-124242/

Christian Hinkley, from Cliftonville, jailed for series of attacks on former partner

A bully who punched, kicked, strangled and bit his partner in a series of vicious attacks has pleaded with a judge to help him turn his life around.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/thug-begs-to-be-jailed-124235/

Amber Baker dies after being hit by train at Teynham Train Station

A young woman whose sudden death has shocked friends and family had been hoping to join the navy.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/tributes-to-train-death-teenager-124197/

Emergency services called to crash in Gordon Road, Chatham

Emergency crews have been called to a quiet residential street after a car overturned in a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/car-overturns-after-crash-124225/

Dog fighting for life after being stabbed in Gillingham

Vets carried out life-saving surgery on this dog which suffered multiple wounds after apparently being stabbed from behind.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dog-found-with-stab-wounds-124220/

Canterbury: Driver crashes into kiosk at Asda petrol station on Sturry Road

Police and ambulance crews were called after a driver crashed into a pay kiosk at a supermarket petrol station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/driver-hits-kiosk-in-petrol-124194/