Maidstone gyratory: Councillors disagree over whether Maidstone gyratory system is overdue

Politicians are at loggerheads... over whether a town's £7.5m gyratory system is behind schedule.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/overdue-gyratory-sends-politicians-into-126347/

NSPCC: Figures from Kent Police show rise in sexual offences involving internet

A charity says the net is exposing youngsters to huge risk as the number of sexual offences against them has risen six-fold in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/internet-giving-predators-easy-access-126499/

Wonder Woman, filmed in Lower Halstow, is released in cinemas today

A superhero movie from the DC Universe, which was partly filmed in Kent, is released today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/new-film-brings-wonder-to-126507/

Sittingbourne: Anthony Hills found hanging from railway bridge

Emergency services were called after a 65-year-old was found hanging from a railway bridge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/bridge-suicide-man-named-126512/

Tina Wise calls for CCTV and more lighting in Sheerness after son Jack stabbed

No one was prosecuted despite a 25-year-old man suffering serious injuries when he was attacked from behind in a Kent high street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/mums-cctv-plea-after-son-126519/

How to Fix a Yard Full of Weeds

Are you inviting weeds to live on your lawn? If you’re not practicing good lawn care, you are!

You can fix a weedy, thin or even patchy lawn just by providing good care and giving the lawn what it needs. While it takes some effort on your part, a beautiful lawn is well worth it.

What Causes Weedy Lawns?

Lawn weeds appear because the grass lacks proper care. If you’re not providing good, necessary lawn maintenance, you can’t expect to grow a lush, healthy lawn.

Thin lawns are an open invitation for weeds. Mowing your lawn correctly and at the right height keeps the lawn dense and helps prevent some weed growth.

Lawn weeds are usually in one of three broad categories:

1. Annual weeds: Produce seeds in one season. Grasses, like crabgrass and witchgrass, are good examples.
2. Biennial weeds: Produce seeds in one season. Wild carrot and thistle are good examples.
3. Perennial weeds: Emerge, grow and produce roots that allow them to overwinter, become dormant and begin growing again the next spring. Dandelions are a good example.

You can take a little time to learn more about various types of lawn weeds and their control.

What Can You Do?

Proper care means doing a few things for your lawn during the growing season.

Dethatching and Aerating  

Thatch is the layer of dead grass, roots and stems that build up lawn soil. A thin layer of thatch isn’t a big deal, but if you allow it to build up to 1/2 inch or thicker, it can block water from absorbing into the soil and reaching grass roots. Causes of thatch can include excess nitrogen or even too much water, but you can take care of thatch by using a cavex rake for small lawns. Larger lawns require you to use a vertical mower to cut through the thatch. Proper aeration also helps prevent thatch.

Aerating the soil means using hand or power tools to push a narrow tube into the soil, remove a short column of soil and leave an open hole. This process is particularly necessary on high-traffic lawns or certain soil types, like clay. How often you aerate and dethatch depend on your soil and other factors.

Applying Fertilizers

Timing is important when fertilizing your lawn because lawn fertilizers are applied to warm-season and cool-season grasses depending on their growth cycles. You can apply fertilizer to warm-season grasses in mid-spring through summer and cool-season grasses in late summer or fall.

Fertilizing at the appropriate times ensures your lawn gets the nutrients it needs. You can set up your own program for fertilizing your lawn based on your location and the type of grass growing on your property.

Watering  

When and how to water your lawn depends on several factors, such the type of soil and grass that make up your lawn and the climate where you live.

You can use a few tests to determine if you lawn needs watered.

• Screwdriver test: If you can easily push a long screwdriver at least 6 inches into your lawn, it is most likely moist enough.
• Rolled grass: Look closely at your grass. If the leaf blades are rolled and grayish in color, then your soil is too dry.

Most lawns need about 1 ½ inches of water per week, but this can vary based on the factors above, so you need to learn more about proper watering practices to maintain a healthy lawn.

Once you understand proper lawn care, you can snuff out most of the weeds. While you might not be completely weed-free, a lush lawn is achievable!

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Missing Faversham pensioner Alan Gordon found safe and well

A 78-year-old who had not been seen for more than 24 hours has been located safe and well.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/missing-pensioner-found-126538/

Danny Glass, 29, from Margate appeals for financial help after his girlfriend, Sophie Anderson, was killed in crash in Thailand

The boyfriend of a woman killed in a road accident in Thailand has posted an emotional plea asking for financial help to cover potential legal costs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/mans-money-plea-after-girlfriends-126536/

Jean Downing named as victim of fatal crash at Maidstone Hospital when car mounted pavement and struck her.

A 95-year-old great-gran, who used a wheelchair, was leaving a hospital check-up when a car mounted the pavement and struck her.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/tributes-to-jean-downing-who-126534/

Air ambulance called after pedestrian hit by van in Church Lane, Chatham

A pedestrian was taken to hospital after being hit by a van this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/pedestrian-injured-in-van-collision-126535/

Lydd: Power out as car hits electric pole in Station Road

Residents in a Kent town are facing up to six hours without electricity after a car hit a telegraph pole.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/power-out-as-car-ploughs-126529/

Medway Labour councillors to boycott Battle of Medway events over proposed closures of Sure Start Centres

Opposition councillors are set to boycott the Battle of Medway events following a decision to move ahead with a consultation on Sure Start closures.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/battle-of-medway-boycott-follows-126530/

Traffic comes to standstill on M25 near Junction 5

A rolling road block is in place following an 'incident' on one of Kent's busiest roads.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/traffic-at-a-standstill-on-m25-126528/

Lane blocked and traffic slow after vehicle fire on M2 London-bound

Traffic is very slow after a vehicle caught fire on the M2.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/queues-after-vehicle-catches-light-126527/

Kent general election: Visits to Kent by national politicians in 2015 compared to now

What a difference a couple of years make... as we compare the big hitters that visited Kent for the 2015 general election and now.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kents-electoral-wasteland-126509/

Woman in wheelchair dies after car mounts pavement and hits her at Maidstone Hospital

A wheelchair-bound pensioner has died after a car mounted the pavement at a hospital and crashed into her.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/woman-in-wheelchair-killed-as-126517/

Ramsgate: Andrew Mullen charged with multiple offences

A man has been arrested and charged following a robbery, assault and two thefts.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/multiple-charges-theft-robbery-assault-126510/

Nathan Cook, from Deal, admits throwing beer can at Cora Mitchard at fireworks display

A dad-to-be who left a woman partially blind when he hurled an unopened can of beer at a fireworks display has admitted inflicting the injury.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/thug-admits-partially-blinding-woman-126506/

Violin stolen from train between Barnehurst and Dartford

Police want to speak to this man after a high value musical instrument was taken while its owner travelled towards Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/valuable-violin-stolen-from-train-126500/

Hammer raider who held up MJ Stores in Victoria Road, Deal jailed

A convicted killer who held up a store with a hammer because he believed the owner had stashed away a lot of money has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/hammer-raider-jailed-126487/

Inquest opens into death of Rainham teenager Jack Burmingham in Sittingbourne crash

A teenager killed in a crash suffered a fatal head injury when the truck he was in span out of control, an inquest was told.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/crash-death-teenager-suffered-head-126494/

Combine harvester ploughs into house in Tenterden

A combine harvester has ploughed through a 6ft wall and into the house of a deputy mayor, causing a scene of "absolute devastation".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/combine-harvester-crashes-into-house-126493/

Lower Thames Crossing debate re-opened as Labour pledge to put brakes on government's plans

Labour has pledged to reconsider the government's plans for the Lower Thames Crossing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/crossing-debate-re-enters-spotlight-126484/

Car ends up on roof in accident at Folkestone Road, Dover, near Malvern Road

Stunned commuters came a cross a car upside down following an accident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/car-lands-on-roof-126486/

Convicted killer Michael Stone says he's innocent in television documentary

Convicted killer Michael Stone has again protested his innocence over the Chillenden murders, this time on a television programme re-examining the ca

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/killer-says-he-is-innocent-126482/

'Army of self-employed' lead growth in companies to more than 100,000 in Kent, says FSB

An army of self-employed people and the proximity to London are behind a record rise in the number of companies in Kent, according to business chiefs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/self-employed-lead-growth-kent-companies-126480/

Two teenagers arrested after Jewish family attacked on Minster beach

Officers investigating a reported hate crime at a beach at the weekend have arrested two teenagers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/two-arrested-after-jewish-family-126479/

Extension destroyed by fire at property in Cross Street, Strood

An extension to a property was destroyed by a blaze despite firefighters' attempts to contain the flames.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/blaze-destroys-extension-126474/

Medway Council moves forward with Sure Start cuts

Councillors voted to move ahead with a consultation to close Medway’s 19 Sure Start centres to create four 'super hubs' - despite strong opposition.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/sure-start-cuts-move-forward-126473/

Search for 'missing person' between Tankerton and Herne Bay

A beach search was carried out and a coastguard helicopter scrambled after reports a kayaker had gone missing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/beach-search-for-missing-person-126472/

Maidstone Gurkha rifleman Vinod Budhathoki aiming for 2020 Olympics in Tokyo

A dad who lost both his legs and several fingers while fighting the Taliban in Afghanistan seemed more concerned about losing his jet black mane.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/bomb-blast-survivor-mourns-hair-126446/

£3 million East Farleigh Lock project delayed by nesting wagtails

Workers were forced to down tools after a protected species was found to be nesting in a construction site.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/birds-hold-up-3-million-project-126448/

Maidstone musician Andy Fraser's unusual tattoo

A review that compared a man's album to Morrissey has now been imortalised in black ink.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/musicians-newspaper-cutting-tattoo-126452/

Ramsgate: James McDonald admits attempted murder

A woman "played dead" in an attempt to stop a terrifying attack by an ex-boyfriend who twice broke knives as he twisted them into her body.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/mum-stabbed-more-than-50-126469/

Roof fire in house in Pierremont Avenue, Broadstairs

Three fire engines were called to a residential street to tackle what could have been a serious blaze.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/roof-fire-sparks-alert-126471/

Fire crews tackle kitchen fires in Sittingbourne, Gillingham, Whitstable

A warning has been issued after three kitchens went up in flames on the same day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/two-injured-in-kitchen-fires-126470/

Aldington mum Natasha Davis saves baby from choking at Ashford Tesco

A warning has been issued after a nine-month-old boy could have lost his life eating a soft apple crisp.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/mum-saves-choking-baby-126454/

Folkestone: Central Surgery, Cheriton Road doctors surgery placed into special measures by Care Quality Commission

A GP surgery deemed 'unsafe' by health inspectors has been placed into special measures.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/gp-surgery-placed-in-special-126457/

M26: Lorry catches fire causing delays towards London

Traffic has come to a standstill following a vehicle fire on a key route into London.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/trailer-catches-light-on-key-126467/

Car overturns on A259 Dymchurch Road, Hythe

Emergency services are at the scene of an overturned car which has caused a busy road to be closed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/road-closure-after-car-overturns-126465/

Margate councillor Peter Evans moves from Ukip to Conservative party in run up to election

A local authority councillor has decided to make the move from Ukip to become a Tory amid claims of broken promises.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/ukip-councillor-moves-to-conservatives-126462/

Police cordon off Coombe Valley Road in Dover after assault

Police have cordoned off a road and an air ambulance has been scrambled following an assault in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/road-shut-following-assault-126461/

Priest Eugene Fitzpatrick, 68, of Raymond Avenue, Canterbury, jailed for 22 years for non-recent sexual offences against children

A priest has been convicted of abusing children across four decades as detectives urge other victims to come forward.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/priest-jailed-for-abusing-children-126463/

Lanes closed on M2 coastbound at junction 2 for Rochester and Strood after multi-vehicle crash at A228 sliproad

Two lanes of a motorway are closed this afternoon following a crash involving multiple vehicles.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/multi-vehicle-crash-closes-motorway-126460/

Faversham: Police search for missing Alan Gordon

Officers have launched an urgent appeal to find a 78-year-old man who has gone missing from his Kent home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/police-search-for-missing-pensioner-126458/

Margate: Man arrested and cautioned following anti-social behaviour incident at Dreamland

A man, reportedly under the influence of alcohol, was detained following an anti-social behaviour incident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/anti-social-behaviour-arrest-at-dreamland-126456/

Ashford High Street assault: Police charge Daniel Groom

A man has been charged with assault and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place after a man suffered "multiple cuts and bruises"

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/man-charged-with-town-centre-126455/

Candidates Vince Maple and Damian Green give their view as general election draws closer

As polling day draws closer, two would-be MPs give their take on what's in store for the final phase of the race for the keys to 10 Downing Street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/would-be-mps-126450/

Junction 10 roadworks delays off M20, Ashford

Residents and motorists have reported facing long delays approaching a motorway roundabout as three days of roadworks starts

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/junction-10-gridlock-hell-126445/

Pensioner hit by car in Canterbury

A man in his 70s has been injured after being hit by a car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/pensioner-hurt-after-being-hit-126444/

Faversham: Pensioner allegedly murdered by friend died from blunt force head injury

A pensioner who was allegedly murdered by a friend had suffered a "blunt force head injury".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/murdered-pensioner-died-from-head-126443/

The Duru's Kebab House in Watling Street, Chatham, fined £50,000

A kebab shop has been fined a staggering £50,000 for displaying an illuminated sign without permission.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/kebab-house-fined-50000-126442/

Arrest after police officer reportedly assaulted in Shanklin Close, Princes Park

A police officer was reportedly kicked in the head when he was called to reports of an assault.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/arrest-after-officer-was-kicked-126439/

Man whose headless body found near Deal Pier 'died that day'

A body pulled from the sea was without a head, it was confirmed today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/headless-body-pulled-from-water-126418/

REVIEW: The Beast lives up to its tagline as the ultimate bouncy castle experience

Reporter Eleanor Perkins gives you her verdict on The Beast - the world's largest inflatable assault course - which made its UK debut in Betteshanger

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/the-ultimate-bouncy-castle-experience-126435/

Piece of Dover 'Banksy Brexit mural' pulled from eBay

An audacious attempt was made to sell a flake of paint said to be from Banksy's Brexit mural in Dover.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/paint-flake-sale-of-banksy-126436/

Ruben White, Liam Hudson and Amelia Waters found guilty over ear biting incident in Gillingham

A convicted killer who bit off part of a man's ear and mocked him by waving it about is facing a long jail term.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/convicted-killer-bit-off-mans-126432/

Conservative Kent county councillor Peter Lake calls for increase in allowances to attract younger candidates

A councillor says elected members - who receive a basic allowance of £12,805 - should be paid more to encourage younger people to stand for election.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/pay-councillors-more-to-attract-126428/

Sainsbury's petrol station in Park Farm Retail Park, Folkestone, 'sealed off'

A petrol station's shop is reportedly sealed off this morning in what has been described as a police incident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/petrol-station-cordoned-off-126427/

Inquiry unable to explain cause of microlight pilot John Wood's crash

An investigation has failed to discover how a microlight pilot died when his aircraft crashed into power lines.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/probe-unable-to-say-how-126296/

Boyfriend Paul Martin locked up indefinitely after frenzied knife attack

A girlfriend was forced to flee a flat in fear for her life after being stabbed when she tried to end her relationship.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/blood-soaked-knife-attack-victim-flees-126298/

Donor appeal as baby Austin Brown awaits stem cell treatment

A baby with an incredibly rare blood disorder has found the match he needs for a life-saving stem cell transplant.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/tots-one-in-a-million-lifeline-126299/

BBC documentary re-examines evidence in Chillenden murders

A TV programme is set to take a fresh look into the cold case of one of the most brutal killings Kent has ever seen.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/documentary-re-examines-evidence-of-brutal-126363/

Dozens of drivers flout mobile phone ban in Kent

Motorists spotted driving and using their mobile phones have been hit with heavy fines and points on their licences.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/dozens-fined-for-flouting-mobile-126416/

Folkestone house hit by lightning during thunderstorm over Kent last night

Firefighters were called after a house was struck by lightning during last night's storm.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/house-hit-during-lightning-storm-126409/

Thunderstorm from northern France set to hit Kent

An intense storm estimated to have hit northern France with 40,000 lightning strikes in two hours is descending on the county.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/severe-storm-the-size-of-126405/

North Kent College student Clair Norris joins EastEnders cast as Bernadette Taylor

A drama student is set to ruffle feathers on Albert Square as she joins the cast of EastEnders as part of a "noisy, brash" new family.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/kent-drama-student-lands-role-126275/

John Keenan, from Chatham, jailed for harassment of ex-partner

A spurned lover who waged a campaign of harassment against his ex had to be restrained in the dock after a judge refused his request to be deported.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/spurned-ex-jailed-for-harassment-126333/

High hopes for plan to cross river Thames between Kent and Essex by tram

A £600m scheme to build an underground tram linking Kent with Essex has gained cross-party support.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/the-face-of-future-transport-126364/

Police helicopter called in as police chase car in St Vincent's Road, Dartford

The police helicopter was called in this afternoon when the driver of a car refused to pull over for officers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/sport/men-flee-on-foot-following-126401/

Air ambulance lands on Rochester Esplanade

Witnesses have reported seeing a man carried off on a stretcher and an area around a pub has been cordoned off by police.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/breaking-air-ambulance-lands-and-126394/

Ken Henson missing from Sevenoaks area

A smartly dressed pensioner hasn't been seen by his family or friends since Thursday.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-80-missing-from-home-126386/

Two men dragged to safety from sea near Walpole Bay Hotel in Margate

Firefighters pulled two men from the sea and brought them to shore as onlookers watched.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/two-men-rescued-from-sea-126385/

Kayleigh Glover, from Murston, appears in Zara Larsson's latest music video

A Kent teenager appears as the central character in pop star Zara Larsson's latest music video thanks to a chance encounter.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/kayleigh-joins-dad-in-pop-126240/

Southeastern criticised for using 'worst photo' of Folkestone in marketing campaign

Southeastern has been blasted for using an unflattering photo taken on a grey day and showing building work to promote a Kent seaside town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/rail-firm-criticised-for-using-126246/

Medway Maritime Hospital agrees out of court settlement after baby injured during birth

A hospital has agreed an out-of-court settlement after a baby was injured during birth.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/hospital-payout-for-baby-injured-126253/

Matt Keam from Maidstone, who uses wheelchair, pursues competitive bodybuilding ambition

Inspirational Matt Keam might use a wheelchair, but that hasn't stopped him from becoming a competitive bodybuilder and personal trainer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/wheelchair-users-strong-show-at-126257/

Parisian Beat Hotel Photographer Harold Chapman celebrates 90th birthday with exhibition

The 90th birthday of a renowned photographer will be celebrated with an exhibition in his home town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/magic-set-launched-lifelong-obsession-126330/

Police called to disturbance on board train at Broadstairs

Police were called out to deal with a reported disturbance on board a coast-bound train.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/police-called-to-disturbance-on-126383/

Air ambulance lands on Margate beach after incident

Crowds watched on as an air ambulance landed on a busy beach this afternoon - amid reports of a fight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/air-ambulance-lands-on-beach-126382/

Emergency services called to Herne Bay for incident believed to involve jetski

Rescue crews, including the air ambulance, have been called to an incident at a seaside town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/emergency-services-called-to-seaside-126381/

Firefighters called to Creek Lane, Upper Stoke, after caravan fire

Firefighters were called to a caravan blaze after a fridge caught alight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/firefighters-tackle-caravan-blaze-126379/

Arrest after man reportedly shouted racial abuse at staff at McDoodys, Gillingham Road, Gillingham

A man has been arrested after allegedly shouting racial abuse at staff just hours after a group of men disturbed prayers at a mosque.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-arrested-126378/

Ministry of Defence officers will carry on supporting Kent Police despite downgrading of threat level

Ministry of Defence officers will continue to support Kent police despite the national threat level being downgraded, it's been revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mod-officers-to-continue-to-126375/

Firefighters called to garage fire, Bellman Avenue, Gravesend

Firefighters are currently tackling a garage fire which has spread to a nearby tree.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/firefighters-tackle-garage-blaze-126374/

Crash at junction 10 in Ashford

Police are at the scene of a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/police-called-to-motorway-junction-126373/

Firefighters free two people from car after it crashed into Bean roundabout, near Bluewater

Firefighters have freed two people from a car after it crashed into a roundabout.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/pair-freed-after-crash-126371/

Mass emergency response in Tontine Street, Folkestone

A number of police and ambulance crews have been seen at a busy seaside tourist spot this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/huge-emergency-service-presence-in-126369/

Margate: Dreamland re-launch sees success

It was all sunshine and smiles as the popular seaside attraction re-opened its doors for summer, with the help of artist Tracey Emin.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/fun-and-thrills-as-dreamland-opens-126351/

Fourth man jailed after death of Andre Aderemi who moved to Chatham from Croydon after safety concerns

A fourth man has been jailed after a bitter feud ended in the death of a teenager who fled to Kent just weeks before.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fourth-man-jailed-after-teen-126368/

Firefighters tackle unattended bonfire in Vauxhall Avenue, Canterbury

Firefighters were called to an unattended bonfire last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/firefighters-tackle-unattended-bonfire-126366/

Tonbridge: Dumper truck stolen from locked compound in Shipbourne Road

Detectives are attempting to track down thieves who broke into a compound and drove off in a dumper truck.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/appeal-after-dumper-truck-theft-126365/

Red Lion pub landlord puts A-board out to make people dress properly

A pub landlord has waged their own personal battle against exposed beer bellies and half-naked torsos in the heat.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/salad-served-here-125613/

Sky’s the limit as Anna Moscicki sets sights on solo flight

A schoolgirl is hoping to become the country's youngest solo pilot today - even though she's too young to drive.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/teens-solo-ambition-126224/

Freed Man micro pub landlord tells his customers to go elsewhere

A micropub landlord has hit on a novel way to treat his regulars - by telling them to go elsewhere.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/forget-loyalty-cards-heres-the-126225/

Pervert Mirza Beg who fell into trap admits guilt after Bluewater sting

A pervert whose arrest sparked violence at Bluewater has admitted his guilt after being trapped by a vigilante group.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/pervert-admits-guilt-after-sting-126227/

We’re getting bum deal, say Canterbury's naked bike ride protesters

The leader behind today's naked bike ride has called on councillors to get into the saddle to see the threats posed to cyclists.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/were-getting-a-bum-deal-126228/

World's biggest inflatable obstacle course comes to Betteshanger Park

Thousands of people are this weekend taking on the world’s biggest inflatable obstacle course at Betteshanger Park

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/dare-to-tackle-the-beast-126319/

Dog Danger in the Garden!

With summer having arrived – enjoy it while you can! - a lot of us will be spending time in the garden.

It might mean watching the kids play, or doing essential summer gardening jobs, welcoming the grand children with a paddling pool and other fun activities.

And by your side will be your faithful friend or friends – dogs love the garden too but it can present many dangers to them.

The Doggy Dangers

There are many dangers in the garden that could cause injury to Fido;

• Weed killers, slug pellets and fertilisers are all substances commonly used in the garden and although you may store them away, are they out of the reach of inquisitive canine noses? Small doses of these substances can be poisonous!
• Plants, some bulbs and seeds, can also present issues for dogs. Not all plants are pet-friendly, with some parts of the plant being poisonous.
• There are also some plants that can be irritating to dogs, just like they can be for us. A runny nose, irritated skin and gooey eyes are common in dogs when they come into contact with some plants.

Be Safe, Not Sorry

You want your garden to be a peaceful haven of tranquillity, full of colourful blooms and sunshine. And you want this for ALL the family, including your faithful canine companion.

To be safe, it means storing substances away from dogs or where they could access them. It also means knowing which plants cause your dog a problem, information available in this handy infographic guide. Take a look! This awesome infographic is from https://www.rattandirect.co.uk/.

from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog UK http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/05/dog-danger-garden.html

Traffic delays after crash on M2 near Stockbury Roundabout

One lane is blocked and traffic is slow at a busy roundabout.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/long-queues-after-crash-126362/

Delays on QEII bridge after vehicle breaks down

Drivers are reporting delays over more than an hour after a vehicle broke down on the QEII bridge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/bridge-delays-after-car-breaks-126361/

A2050 New Dover Road partly shut in Canterbury after crash

A busy road is partly blocked - with queues building - after a multi-vehicle crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/road-partly-blocked-after-crash-126360/

Canterbury: Police release e-fit after boy approached and offered a lift in North Lane

Police have released an e-fit of a man they would like to trace after a boy was offered a lift by a motorist.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/e-fit-released-after-boy-offered-126357/

Explosion at Pound Lane, Ashford

Witnesses have reported hearing an explosion and seeing a fire, with smoke seen billowing for miles.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/explosion-heard-near-compound-126359/

Tips On Maintaining Commercial Plumbing

Plumbing maintenance is something that many landlords and tenants ignore, which can lead to large repair bills to get things in working order. Prevention is always better than the cure, so if you need some advice on maintaining your property, you can find plenty of useful plumbing-related tips online that you can take note of. Keeping on top of the plumbing maintenance will help to keep your costs down, as well as your tenants happy.

Stop Any Leaks

You often find that a leak can be a symptom of a more pressing problem, so it is important that you repair any leaks as soon as you find them. If your building does not employ a full-time maintenance engineer, then you can easily find commercial plumbers in Brisbane, or where ever you are located, using the internet to help fix any leaking pipes. Finding out the cause of a problem is an excellent way to save money in the long run, by preventing a catastrophe before it happens.

Check Your Water Pressure

Checking the water pressure is something that can be done on a regular basis as it does not take much time or effort. If the water comes out of your taps lacking gusto, then you may be able to fix this by turning up the pressure on the pump. Make sure that you do not turn the pressure up too high as this could significantly increase water consumption, as well as increase bills.

Take Care Of The Porcelain

Another way to help protect your plumbing system is to make sure that you take good care of your toilets. It is important to educate tenants to make sure that they only flush down the toilet what is necessary, human waste and toilet paper. When you start flushing things down the toilet, even liquids such as oils, you can create a blockage in your system which if not addressed could end up becoming rather smelly. Solid objects can also cause an obstruction, and if the toilet paper builds up, it could end blocking the pipes completely and backing up your toilets.

Check The Drains

As soon as it is reported that a drain is blocked, you should have it fixed as quickly as possible to prevent further issues from arising. Make sure that water can run freely down the drain and that it is not partially blocked, which will help to keep your plumbing in top condition. As with the toilet, make sure that you do not put any liquids down the drains which could create problems down the line.

Preventing Damp

If you have a plumbing issue which goes left unfixed, a build up of water can lead to damp in the building which can cost a substantial amount to fix. Damp can also create mould and mildew, which can have potentially harmful side effects on people, so it is critical that any issue is resolved quickly to make sure that your building remains safe for habitation or commercial use.

If you are in any doubt, you can have a professional perform a maintenance check on your plumbing to make sure that there are no problems on the horizon. After all, it is better to spend a little money now and fix a problem than ignore it for it to cost you ten times the amount down the line!

from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog UK http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/05/maintaining-commercial-plumbing.html

Canterbury: John Hippisley claims to have discovered a ghost above Pret-a-Manger after spotting it in Photoshop

A ghost hunter claims to have snapped a smiling spirit - but is it genuine?

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/canterbury-highstreet-ghost-spotted-126352/

Retail parks next to Westwood Cross shopping centre sold for £80 million

Two retail parks next to one of the county's major shopping centres have been sold for £80 million.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/westwood-cross-retail-parks-sold-80m-126338/

Maidstone gyratory: Councillors disagree over whether Maidstone gyratory system is overdue

Politicians are at loggerheads... over whether a town's £7.5m gyratory system is behind schedule.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/overdue-gyratory-sends-politicians-into-126347/

Kent's general election costs estimated at £2.9m

The cost to Kent taxpayers of holding the general election has been revealed. Here's how your area fares.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kents-general-election-costs-revealed-126345/

Police called to disturbance at Gillingham Mosque in Canterbury Street, Gillingham

Police have been called to a Kent mosque to reports of a disturbance during prayers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-called-to-disturbance-at-126343/

Soldier Ian Harvey jailed for two years for killing Susan Hayward in crash in Higham

A man has been sent to prison for killing a "greatly loved" woman in a near head-on crash after driving at a "phenomenal speed" in a country road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/soldier-jailed-for-killing-woman-126341/

Soldier Ian Harvey jailed for two years for killing Susan Hayward in crash in Higham

A man has been sent to prison for killing a "greatly loved" woman in a near head-on crash after driving at a "phenomenal speed" in a country road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/soldier-jailed-for-killing-woman-126341/

EDL founder Tommy Robinson spared jail for contempt of court after accusing rape defendants of being 'Muslim paedophiles'

The founder of far-right group EDL has been sentenced after filming inside court and calling rape defendants 'Muslim paedophiles'.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/far-right-activist-spared-jail-126340/

Pensioners arrive for castle tour - in Wayne Rooney & Co's England coach

When the official England coach slowly made its way up the streets of a Kent village, residents waited to see if Wayne Rooney and co had arrived.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/england-coach-at-chilham-126312/

Ramgate gang rape: Four men found guilty of raping teenager above takeaway

Four men have been found guilty of gang raping a drunk 16-year-old girl above a takeaway after she stopped to ask for directions.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/four-men-guilty-of-takeaway-126281/

Travellers move into Gore Court Cricket Club's grounds in Sittingbourne

A number of caravans have appeared at a town's cricket club grounds.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/travellers-set-up-at-cricket-126337/

Priest in New Romney to wear black cassock until first anniversary of Manchester bombing

An Anglican priest has vowed to wear a black cassock every day until the first anniversary of the Manchester bombing to “embrace diversity”.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/we-should-not-hide-away-126335/

Army police from Ministry of Defence join armed officers on streets of Kent in wake of terror threat

Ministry of Defence police have joined armed officers on the streets of Kent as patrols are stepped up amid an increased terror threat.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/army-drafted-in-to-protect-126334/

Postman Jeff Cooper hailed hero after saving heart attack victim Margaret Rhone in Park Wood

A postman who saved the life of an elderly woman after she unknowingly suffered a heart attack as he delivered to her house has been hailed a hero.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/postman-hailed-hero-after-saving-126318/

Kent May bank holiday weather: warning issued for heavy rain

Enjoy the sunshine while you can - a severe weather warning has been issued for heavy rain over the long weekend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/warning-issued-for-bank-holiday-126320/

Fires in Bingley Court, Canterbury, spark arson investigation

People banged on doors to wake their neighbours after three fires threatened to send apartment blocks up in flames.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/apartment-blocks-evacuated-after-three-126317/

Conningbrook Lakes in Ashford closed for water activities after toxic algae found for a second time

A popular lake used for water sports has been closed off once again due to the discovery of toxic algae, which can be dangerous to dogs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/algae-plagues-lake-for-a-126310/

Rita Ora talks to kmfm Breakfast about her new single, Your Song, Ed Sheeran and being a mentor

Rita Ora has been talking about being a mentor and working with her friend Ed Sheeran on her new single, Your Song, on the day it goes on sale.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/rita-ora-on-kmfm-breakfast-as-new-single-your-song-is-out-126232/

General election campaigning resumes following Manchester terror attack

General election campaigning, which was suspended following Monday's terror atrocity in Manchester, is resuming today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/election-campaigning-to-resume-after-126308/

Illegal teen driver Jack Murphy learns you can’t outrun the law

A dangerous driver met his match as he tried to flee the law... in the shape of a four-legged law enforcer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/the-long-paw-of-the-126267/

Manager devastated by raid on Demelza charity shop

A hospice charity shop manager has said she is "devastated" after thieves stole hundreds of pounds during a break-in.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/manager-shocked-after-thieves-target-126272/

Bravery award for doctor David Ashworth killed during railway track rescue bid

A doctor killed trying to save a woman as she jumped onto railway tracks has been given a posthumous bravery award.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/hero-honoured-after-tragic-death-126273/

Daughter’s desperate bid to find her mum Kelly Prebble

A desperate daughter's appeal to find her mother has gone international.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/every-day-our-nightmare-continues-126276/

Thanet Way shut at J7 after two-car crash

Traffic is being held and the main carriageway of the Thanet Way is shut after a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/thanet-way-shut-after-crash-126301/

Operation Stack: Cllr Susan Carey calls for M20 lorry park plans to be reviewed or dropped

Plans for a huge lorry park off the M20 to ease delays during Operation Stack should be reviewed or even dropped, a councillor has claimed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/time-to-drop-stack-park-126297/

Harlee Pendergast sentenced at Woolwich Crown Court after driving into crowd on Medway City Estate

A teenager has been sentenced after his speeding car crashed into a group of 15 people on a trading estate last September.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teen-locked-up-after-plowing-126295/

British Transport Police announce armed officers to patrol trains

Armed officers will be drafted in to patrol trains as part of a nationwide response to the increased terror threat.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/british-transport-police-draft-in-126289/

Part of Fawkham Manor Hospital off-limits after broken pipe prompts asbestos leak fears

A stairwell and an office have been taped off.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/part-of-hospital-off-limits-after-126290/

M2 London-bound between Faversham and Stockbury Roundabout for Sittingbourne after crash

Traffic is being held on a section of the M2 after a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/rolling-road-block-after-crash-126293/

Pregnant Nirali Patel, 34, awaits sentencing after admitting causing death by careless driving

A heavily pregnant woman faces a jail term after admitting causing the death of another motorist by driving carelessly

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/pregnant-woman-causes-death-by-126292/

Kent Police search for missing person Morgan Driscoll, 15

Police are urgently looking for a 15-year-old girl after she went missing at the weekend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/girl-15-missing-since-saturday-126291/

Faversham: Ambulance targeted by thieves

Opportunist thieves snuck into the back of an ambulance and swiped a paramedic's jacket, an NHS tablet computer and sat-nav system.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/ambulance-targeted-by-thieves-126288/

Minster-on-Sea: Teen girl assaulted on The Leas

Officers are appealing for information after a teenage girl was assaulted by a group of youths near a beach.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/teen-girl-assaulted-on-seafront-126286/

Appledore crash: Woman taken to hospital in London by air ambulance

A woman walking along the road was airlifted to hospital after being involved in a crash with a car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/pensioner-airlifted-after-crash-with-126280/

Travellers have moved off private land in Cheriton and onto nearby field

A group of travellers have upped and left private land - and set up again on a field five minutes away.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/travellers-moveto-nearby-field-126264/

Warning after bees nest found at Christ Church junior school in Ramsgate

Staff at a junior school have alerted parents after a bees' nest was found on the site.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/schools-warning-over-bee-swarm-126278/

Inquest opens into death of Michael Crampton of The Pisdicables and James Montegriffo after Farningham crash

A coroner has revealed details of a horrific crash that resulted in the death of two musicians.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/inquest-opens-after-double-fatal-126262/

Tom Tugendhat's campaign posters

Vandals with a sense of humour have been regularly adding their own flourishes to a prospective parliamentary candidate's campaign posters.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/mischievous-vandals-target-election-poster-126256/

Driver caught speeding at 130mph on M20

A reckless driver was pulled over after being caught hurtling down a Kent motorway at 130mph - almost DOUBLE the speed limit.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/driver-caught-speeding-at-130mph-126263/

Huntsman spider found in Sevenoaks prompting RSPCA call out

The RSPCA was called after a huntsman spider was discovered in Sevenoaks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/giant-spider-rescued-in-sevenoaks-126261/

Brenley Corner crash: Long delays

There are delays on the M2 and A2 after a crash at one of the busiest junctions in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/crash-at-accident-blackspot-roundabout-126258/

Kittens dumped in Tesco cardboard box at Ranscombe Farm Nature Reserve Cuxton

Six tiny kittens who were dumped in a cardboard box on a nature reserve are now being looked after by the RSPCA.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/kittens-dumped-in-cardboard-box-126252/

A249 crash between Maidstone and Stockbury

Drivers are warned of long delays following a crash on a major Kent route.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/long-tailbacks-on-major-route-126244/

Canterbury: Woman faces RSPCA investigation after her lurcher dog was picked up by council wardens

A young mum who made an online plea for cash to get her missing dog back from council wardens faces being investigated by the RSPCA.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/mum-faces-rspca-probe-after-126239/

Minute's silence to honour victims of Manchester Arena bombing

The country will observe a minute's silence at 11am today to pay respects to the victims of the Manchester bombing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/the-nation-will-hold-a-126236/

Sink hole appears in Chart Lane, Brasted

A road has been closed in both directions after a sink hole opened up.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/sink-hole-closes-road-126234/

Inquest told murderer Ruslanas Ignatenka’s throat slit at Swaleside

A murderer serving a life sentence at a Kent jail was found dead in his cell with his throat slashed, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/murderers-throat-slit-in-jail-126197/

Dock worker dies on cruise with wife and friends

A much-loved dock worker died on a cruise ship off Spain after being told he was terminally ill.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/loved-by-so-many-and-126199/

Children at Newington CofE school in tears during fake scenario

A school has been forced to apologise after leaving pupils distressed and in tears.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/children-in-tears-during-fake-126200/

RNLI: Lifeboat crews warn bathers how to stay alive in cold waters

Life-saving experts are advising bathers how to stay alive in the water - as it's revealed seven people died off Kent's shores last year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/warning-after-seven-water-deaths-126202/

Mote Park: Travellers move on to Maidstone beauty spot

A group of caravans has moved on to a popular park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/travellers-move-onto-popular-park-126230/

Police and forensics called to Chestnut Drive, Herne Bay

Police officers, including a forensics van,have been called to an incident in a quiet street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/police-cars-called-to-house-126229/

Sandwich Technology School: Army brought in after alert over pupils' suspicious device

Army specialists were called in to a school after two pupils brought in a suspicious device as students sat exams.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/army-disposal-experts-called-in-126226/

Kent Police renew appeal for information on fatal crash in Newington which killed Jack Burmingham, 17

A dark-coloured hatchback car could hold vital clues in the police investigation into the death of a teenager in a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-renew-appeal-boy-died-126223/

Dead squirrel scam: Two arrests made in Tunbridge Wells

Two people have been arrested after reports of a scam involving a dead squirrel.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/arrests-as-police-probe-dead-126221/

Birchington: Crews tackle vehicle and tree fire in Orchard Lane, St Nicholas at Wade

Fire crews have attended a fire involving two vehicles and trees.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/firefighters-tackle-blaze-involving-vehicles-126218/

Manchester terror attack: Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury steps up security

Theatre-goers are being advised not to bring bags to the venue following the Manchester terror attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/security-stepped-up-at-kent-126214/

Kent set for heatwave as temperature soars to 30C

Kent is set to swelter in temperatures that could nudge the low 30s by the weekend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/get-set-for-30c-scorcher-126204/

Folkestone Air Raid: 100 years on town remembers Tontine Street disaster

Civilians were caught up in the First World War when the first aeroplane bombing raid on Britain claimed 97 lives - as Kent remembers 100 years on.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/a-quiet-spring-day-then-126206/

Whitstable: Cyclist injured after falling from bike

A man has been flown to a London hospital after falling off his bike.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/cyclist-airlifted-to-hospital-with-126208/

Maidstone Upper Stone Street blocked by crash

Part of a one-way system has been closed after a crash this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/collision-blocks-one-way-system-126209/

Maidstone Magistrates' Court fire: Police release image of men wanted for questioning

Police have released a CCTV image of two men wanted for questioning in relation to a fire at one of the county's courts.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-appeal-after-court-fire-126194/

Man who suffered serious head injury at Gillingham Marina named as Ron Judd from Peacehaven, East Sussex, has died in hospital

A man who suffered a serious head injury after falling from a boat in a dry dock has died in hospital, it has emerged.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-dies-in-hospital-after-126192/

Fire at house in Greatstone on The Parade

A man has been given oxygen after a fire started in a kitchen, which has sparked an emergency response.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/house-fire-after-kitchen-blaze-126186/

Armed police spotted in Ashford following Manchester terror attack

Armed police officers have been spotted in a town centre today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/armed-police-spotted-in-town-126182/

Officers investigate suspected arson attacks at Acorn Shipyard, Gas House Road, Rochester

Officers are investigating after a shipyard was damaged in three suspected arson attacks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-investigate-shipyard-fires-126184/

Whitstable: Anson Sims to appear at Medway Magistrates’ Court today after town centre smashing spree

A 36-year-old man is due to appear in court today after several businesses were damaged in a town centre rampage.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/police-charge-man-after-smashing-126179/

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

Alcohol thieves, perfume shoplifters and drink drivers are among the latest to be sentenced at Kent's magistrates courts.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/the-latest-results-from-court-126141/

Lorry driver caught travelling over Dartford River Crossing with broken windscreen

Police pulled over a lorry driver after he was caught travelling with a badly smashed windscreen - the second such incident in a week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/trucker-caught-driving-with-smashed-126173/

Firefighters called to house fire in Staple and burning caravan in Whitfield at same time

A middle aged man was taken into the care of the ambulance service suffering with smoke inhalation after a fire in his home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/man-receives-care-after-house-126164/

Man confirmed dead after railway emergency in Staplehurst Road, Sittingbourne, which closed the Sheerness line

Emergency services have confirmed a man died last night following an incident which shut a busy train route.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/man-dies-after-railway-incident-126163/

Anthony Goodwin appears at crown court charged with Henry Messenger's murder in Faversham

A man accused of murdering a pensioner at the bungalow they shared has appeared in court.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/man-accused-of-pensioners-murder-126167/

Turner Prize: Turner Contemporary in Margate chosen to host 2019 art award

The Turner Contemporary has been chosen to host one of the most prestigious prizes in the art world - the Turner Prize.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/gallery-pulls-off-huge-coup-126107/

Student paramedic Ian Hurll, who works in Ashford, saves a life by donating bone marrow

A student paramedic hopes others will be inspired to become bone marrow donors after he saving a woman who had the same rare cancer as his sister.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/student-paramedic-saves-life-with-126161/

Jayne Snow wins parking ticket battle with Medway Council over fine for parking in Cathedral Garage car park, Rochester

A musician has forced a council climbdown after being fined for using a parking bay too small for her car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/council-climbdown-over-parking-fine-126162/

Manchester terrorist attrocity condemned by Canterbury's Muslim community

A leader of a Muslim cultural centre has branded Isis terrorists 'barbarians' following the Manchester terror attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/we-condemn-all-forms-of-126151/

NSPCC issues social media mental health warning

Experts warn the 24-7 nature of some of our favourite networking sites are creating serious mental health issues among children.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/social-media-creating-suicide-risk-122244/

Youngsters 'pushed to brink of suicide' by social media

The 24-7 nature of social media is leaving youngsters 'under siege' from pornography and at risk of suicide, experts claim.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/youngsters-pushed-to-brink-of-125900/

Unqualified driving instructor Tina Cloke, from New Romney, faces jail for fraud

A devious driving instructor with a high failure rate who charged learners thousands for lessons when she was not qualified is facing jail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/fake-driving-instructor-conned-learners-126123/

Nominations open for annual Ward and Partners Children's Awards in Kent

Help us honour the county's inspiring youngsters who have battled adversity and faced up to the most challenging of situations.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/on-the-hunt-for-the-126126/

Doug fouling case dropped against Janet Booker, from Dartford, who refused to pay litter fine

A dog walker who claims she was wrongly fined for failing to pick up after her pet prepared a huge file of evidence to fight the case in court.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/im-convinced-its-company-policy-126139/

Pedestrian hit by car in Royal Engineers Road, Maidstone

Police and paramedics have been called after a man was knocked down by a car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-hit-by-car-126146/

6 home hacks you need to try out

Want to know which home hacks you should try out? Then read on to discover our top recommendations, from things you can make to things you should look out for when you’re next shopping for your home.    

1. Recycle and repurpose

Recycle and repurpose objects to give your home a fresh new look. The website for The Freecycle Network is a great place to start, with lots of items being given away for free in your area. Just log on to www.freecycle.org to find your local group, and see what items are in need of a new home. It’s a great way to inject some personality into your property with some quirky vintage or ‘nearly new’ finds. In addition, try architectural salvage yards, car boot sales, charity shops and local auction houses for items that are one of a kind. Look at objects a fresh and think about how you could repurpose them, from an industrial cable reel repurposed as a coffee table to antique chimney pots repurposed as garden features – the possibilities are endless.   

2. Get crafty

There’s been a huge resurgence of interest in traditional crafts in recent years, and it’s time to join in if you haven’t already. From crochet to knitting and patchwork, to name but a few, crafts provide the perfect way to add some new accessories to your home. New curtains, cushions and quilts are all within your reach. Moreover, soft furnishings provide a great way to use up your stash of material, all those odds and ends you haven’t found a use for can be incorporated. You could even incorporate your vintage finds to give your home a unique style, from traditional floral designs to mid-century ‘atomic ‘fabrics, they’ll help set the tone of your home styling efforts.      

3. Get ready, steady, paint

Painting is probably the most economical home hack at your fingertips. You could begin by using chalky paint to give furniture a shabby chic look. Alternatively, you could embrace special painting techniques such as stippling or rag rolling to give your home a whole new look.  

4. Mirror or mirror on the wall

Maximise the light levels in your home by adding additional mirrors in strategic places, helping small spaces to seem larger. There are a plethora of affordable styles available on the high street from sizeable overmantel styles to smaller, decorative examples. Geometric art deco and mid-century sunburst designs are a firm favourite at the moment.     

5. Ice at the ready

Ice machines, including ice makers and ice flakers, can transform your kitchen and will mean you’re always ready to cater for guests – even if they’re unexpected. From a fun slushy drink for your children to refreshments ‘on the rocks’ for the grown-ups, an ice machine is what you need. Ice machines will save you time and hassle when it comes to entertaining.

6. Then there was light

Introduce a fun and practical element to your home with a remote control light bulb. You can introduce special lighting effects into your home, including a variety of colours – all at the touch of a button.

So there you have our top six home hacks that you need to try out, from hints and tips on things you can make and do, to the latest gadgets for your home. Get your next home improvement project underway, with our home hacks.     

from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog UK http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/05/home-hacks-uk.html

Car crashes and overturns in Oaten Hill Place, Canterbury

A man has been left trapped in his car after it crashed into a wall and a parked car before overturning in a narrow residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-trapped-after-car-crashes-126145/

Four accused of conspiracy to murder Leonard Naylor in Istead Rise bid to have case dismissed

Four men accused of shooting a man dead on his driveway in a "professional hit" 16 years ago have applied to have the case dismissed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/four-accused-of-professional-hit-126138/

Examples of stolen jewellery shown by police after burglary at Nightinghale Road, Dover.

Police have released images of jewellery taken in a burglary.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/stolen-jewellery---where-is-126135/

Bees latch onto old fence in Sandgate

A swarm of bees have been causing quite a buzz in a village High Street today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/bees-latch-onto-old-fence-126134/

Sir Roger Moore: The James Bond actor's connections to Gravesend, Bexley and Tunbridge Wells

As the acting world pays tribute to Sir Roger Moore following his death at 89, we reflect on the James Bond star's connections to the county.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/sir-rogers-kent-roots-126136/

Chelsea Flower Show 2017: Kent gardeners Fiona Cadwallader and Paul Harris take top awards

A Kent gardener has made a stunning debut at the world’s greatest garden show.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/its-first-time-lucky-for-126131/

Kent: Eurostar to launch direct route from London to Amsterdam by the end of the year

The train company is to run direct trains to the Netherlands by the end of the year – but there are questions over whether it will stop in the county.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/eurostar-to-launch-amsterdam-service-kent-126127/

Water supply to homes in Cliffe, Strood, Wainscott, Hoo and Upnor affected after power supply failure at Southern Water treatment works in Burham

The water supply to homes and businesses across parts of Kent could be affected this afternoon after a power failure.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/power-failure-affects-water-supply-126125/

Travellers have 24 hours to leave land in Cheriton or face the bailiffs

An order has today been granted by the courts giving travellers 24 hours to leave private development land or face the bailiffs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/time-is-ticking-for-travellers-126121/

Manchester terror attack: Vigil to be held in Chatham High Street to remember victims

A vigil will be held in a Kent town centre tonight to remember those who lost their lives in the Manchester terror attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/vigil-to-remember-terror-attack-126122/

Maidstone Borough Council apologises over administrative error on election letters

A local authority has apologised after letters sent out to voters contained information about other people.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/authority-apologises-for-election-administrative-126118/

Hedgehog gets itself in a sticky situation in Tudor Road, Canterbury

A prickly porker had to be freed by the RSPCA after becoming stuck fast.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/hedgehog-rescued-after-becoming-wedged-126116/

Edenbridge: Appeal after delivery driver assaulted and van stolen in Springfield Road

Police are appealing for witnesses after a delivery driver was assaulted and his van was stolen.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/delivery-driver-assaulted-and-van-126114/

Whitstable: Police arrest man on suspicion of criminal damage after town centre vandalism

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of criminal damage following a vandalism spree in a town centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/homeless-man-arrested-after-shovel-126111/

Canterbury: Man assaulted in Westgate Gardens

A man in his 50s was found with head injuries after police were called to a reported assault in a city park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-taken-to-hospital-after-126110/

Ramsgate: Witness appeal following crash in Dumpton Park Drive

A police appeal has been launched after four people, believed to be teenager boys, fled the scene of a early morning crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/appeal-launched-four-flee-crash-126108/

Margate: Marcus Turner arrested and charged over robbery in Union Row

A man has been arrested and charged with robbery following an incident which happened at the weekend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-charged-with-phone-and-126101/

Firefighters called to Acorn Shipyard, Gas House Road, Rochester

Firefighters were called to a blaze in a shipyard this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/firefighters-called-to-shipyard-126100/

Delays on M2 near Cobham

An early morning accident is causing delays for London-bound commuters.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/tailbacks-on-m2-126099/

A20 closed at West Kingsdown

A major county road is currently closed to traffic with diversions in place.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/road-closed-following-police-incident-126097/

Kent MPs react to horror of Manchester Arena terrorist attack

Kent candidates have reacted with shock at the "appalling and barbaric" Manchester terrorist attack which killed 22.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-mp-candidates-sickened-at-126098/

Kent Police Mind Force Control Room project extended

Police can spend up to 90 minutes dealing with people suffering from mental health issues, but a pioneering project is helping cut lost time.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/hundreds-of-999-calls-inappropriate-121636/

Mind helps Kent Police tackle calls from people suffering mental health issues

More than half of all calls to police in parts of Kent are from people suffering mental health issues, it's been revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/desperate-callers-flood-police-phone-125893/

Inquest hears Mark McNeill, who was found dead at student halls in Canterbury, had gender issues

A student found dead in his halls had previously been sent to a gender identity clinic after complaining of anxiety and depression, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/student-found-dead-in-digs-126063/

Postman Richard Dobbs, from Birchington, avoids jail for stealing cash and gift cards from post

A postman who stole cash and gift cards from post over an 18-month period has avoided jail - and been allowed to keep his five-figure pension.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/thieving-postie-to-keep-five-figure-126067/

Boy, 15, rescued from island at Cliffe nature reserve

Emergency crews were called to the aid of a 15-year-old boy stranded on an island at a nature reserve.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teenager-rescued-from-island-126092/

Man 'with shovel on smashing spree' in Whitstable High Street

A man armed with a shovel is reportedly smashing high street shop windows in a vandalism spree.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/man-with-shovel-on-town-126091/

Woman describes shock at finding baby and toddler unattended in Canterbury car park

A woman described her shock at finding a baby and toddler locked in a car as temperatures rose - but faced a backlash online for failing to act.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/shock-as-woman-finds-baby-126089/

Crash on M2 between Sittingbourne and Faversham causes delays

An accident on the M2 is causing queues for rush hour drivers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/traffic-queuing-due-to-m2-126088/

Long delays due to crash and van fire on M25 near Sevenoaks

There are long delays heading into Kent after a van burst into flames following a crash on the M25.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/delays-due-to-van-fire-126086/

Delays on Maidstone-bound A249 following crash near Stockbury Roundabout

Traffic built up after two cars and a van crashed on a busy road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/rush-hour-delays-following-three-vehicle-126085/

Government to be urged to bring down Kent's high-speed rail fares when deciding who will run franchise

The government is to be urged to bring down the cost of Kent's high-speed rail service when it decides who should run the network from next year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/government-urged-to-reduce-high-126084/

Crews called out to rescue squirrel stuck on pole in Afghan Road, Chatham

Firefighters were called out to help rescue a squirrel which had been stuck up a telegraph pole for two days.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/squirrel-stuck-on-pole-for-126083/

Dartford tunnel closed this week

A busy road tunnel will be shut overnight four times this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/tunnel-closed-overnight-126077/

Daniil Iminov, 13, missing from Dartford

Police are growing concerned about a 13-year-old boy who has not been seen for two days.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/police-appeal-for-info-on-126075/

Man rescued after crashing into fence in Hever Road, West Kingsdown

Firefighters rescued a man trapped in his car after it smashed into a fence.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-trapped-after-crashing-into-126076/

Man punched in the face and stamped on in Dorman Avenue South, Aylesham.

A CCTV image of a suspect has been released after a man was attacked leaving him concussed and bruised

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/police-hunt-after-nasty-unprovoked-126074/

Gold iPhone 6s and gold ring reportedly stolen in Swanley robbery

Three men are reported to have hit a teenager with a metal bar before robbing him in the early hours of today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/teen-robbed-of-gold-iphone-126073/

Elderly woman rescued from two car crash in Earl Road, Northfleet

Firefighters helped free a woman after a two-car crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/elderly-woman-rescued-from-crash-126072/

Ramsgate carer threatened to stab newspaper editor in the face

A carer threatened to drive his car through the front window of a newspaper office and stab its editor in the face.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/ill-put-you-six-feet-126068/

Theresa May accused of U-turn over cap to social care reform

Tory leader Theresa May is facing accusations of a U-turn over her social care reforms - and what people should pay.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/is-the-lady-for-turning-126070/

Four accused of gang rape in Ramsgate 'lied' about their actions

A gang alleged to have subjected a 16-year-old girl to a sex ordeal set about lying about their actions, a court heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/four-accused-of-gang-raping-teen-126069/

Ian Harvey cleared of dangerous driving charges after crash death of Susan Hayward

A soldier who caused the death of a woman in a near head-on crash has been cleared of dangerous driving.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/soldier-clear-of-dangerous-driving-126066/

Paul Cooper refuses to accept free iPhone and iPad given to councillors on Kent County Council

A newly-elected councillor has refused to accept a free iPhone and iPad handed out to dozens of other members.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/councillor-refuses-free-stuff-126064/

Teachers from Howard School pay tribute to Jack Burmingham who was killed in crash in Newington

Teachers have paid tribute to a Kent teenager who died in a crash last week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teachers-pay-tribute-to-crash-126061/

Folkestone: Assault at The Stade by Folkestone Harbour

A man sat on a bench overlooking a harbour was assaulted by four men in a late night attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/gang-assault-man-on-harbour-126060/

Maidstone teacher Steve Restarick spared being struck off after defrauding Maidstone Grammar School out of more than £6,000

A disgraced teacher who was convicted of fraud after using school funds for his private business has been spared being banned from the profession.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/disgraced-teacher-spared-being-struck-126058/

Three people from Wateringbury charged over Birling springer spaniel thefts

Three people have been charged for the theft of two beloved springer spaniels.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/three-charged-over-spaniel-thefts-126057/

Anthony Goodwin appears in court after Henry Messenger found dead at home in Crispin Close, Faversham

A man has appeared in court via video link accused of the murder of a pensioner found at a home in a quiet cul-de-sac.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/man-in-court-accused-of-126052/

Vic Reeves from Charing cast in tv soap Coronation Street

A television comic from Kent is soon set to become a soap star.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/vic-reeves-will-take-to-126048/

Camper van fire at Church Hill, Folkestone

Smoke from a camper van fire could be seen from a neighbouring village as it burst into flames in a rural area.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/camper-van-goes-up-in-126042/

Father and son, Paul and Mark Copping from Strood, found guilty of drugs offences

A father and son were arrested for drug offences after officers spotted white powder on the back seat of the car they were in, a court heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/father-and-son-found-guilty-126041/

Dartford Tunnel: Lanes and tunnel reopen but queues remain

All lanes have now reopened after the Dartford tunnel briefly shut.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/delays-expected-after-tunnel-shuts-126039/

Fly-tipping and diesel spill close roads near Sevenoaks

Motorists are being forced to seek alternative routes after KCC closed two roads this morning - one because of this fly-tipping mound.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/two-roads-closed-this-norning-126037/

Kent set for hot weather as temperatures reach mid 20s

After days of miserable weather, Kent is set for a scorcher - with temperatures well into the 20s.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-set-to-sizzle-126036/

Statistics show scale of Kent's mental health problem

People who suffer a mental health breakdown should never be locked up in a police cell, says a top official pressing for change.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/stop-locking-up-mental-health-125773/

Thousands of flies infesting house in Benenden

A couple have told of their horror after swarms of flies filled every room in their house.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/thousands-of-flies-infesting-house-125985/

Medway man attacks NHS over police detention of mental health patients

A suicidal man who spent nearly two days behind bars has accused the NHS of using police officers as lackeys to deal with mental health cases.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/you-feel-like-your-are-125992/

Breton Court Care Home in Tenterden charges man after mum's death

A care home took £2,731 from a grieving son, citing a 14-day notice period following the passing of one of its residents.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/man-still-charged-after-mums-125995/

Housny Boulaiz jailed for attempted sex attack in Canterbury

A judge has praised three men who prevented a failed asylum-seeker from carrying out a sex assault on a vulnerable woman.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/woman-being-dragged-into-park-125997/

Woman hurt after being impaled on railings in Medway Road, Tunbridge Wells

Firefighters had to cut through metal railings to free a woman who had become impaled near a bridge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/woman-impaled-on-railings-126032/

Man declared dead at Eastern Docks, Dover

A man in his 50s was declared dead at the scene following a suspected cliff fall. Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/man-dies-after-cliff-fall-126026/

Biker taken to hospital after crash with car on Culverden Park Road, Tunbridge Wells

Emergency crews were called shortly after 10am to deal with an accident involving a car and motorcycle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/sport/biker-taken-to-hospital-after-crash-126025/

Anthony Goodwin charged with murder at Crispin Close, Faversham

Police have charged a 62-year-old man with the murder of a 75-year-old man in a quiet cul-de-sac

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/man-charged-with-murder-126023/

Conservative Damian Green faces down backlash over "dementia tax" plan

The Conservative pensions minister denies claims that plans for care amount to a "dementia tax."

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/ashford-conservative-damian-green-defends-126022/

Tom Wilcox stabbed at Hythe Road, Ashford

A former chef has been told he may never regain control of sensation in his hand after four masked men broke in to his home and stabbed him in the arm

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/chef-loses-use-of-hand-126021/

Fire at Chatham docks

Ten fire engines are a the scene of a major blaze at Chatham docks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fire-crews-fighting-blaze-at-126019/

Olympic gold medal skier Charlotte Evans to start Sheppey’s Island Run

More than 400 runners and walkers are expected to take part in a 10-mile charity run across one of Kent's top seaside attractions.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/olympic-gold-medal-skier-to-start-race-126014/

Southeastern train company increases off-peak fares

Southeastern has announced that off-peak train travellers will have to pay more for their trips from today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/train-fares-to-rise-from-125898/

Joseph Freeman, 25, from Sandwich, stole police uniform and posted picture to Facebook

Police hunting the person who took a uniform from one of their cars were given a big clue where it had gone - on Facebook.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/man-took-police-uniform-and-125940/

Support from around the world for Ethan Fanneran, from Canterbury, who has terminal illness

A terminally ill boy with a rare degenerative disease has gained support from well-wishers around the world.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/worldwide-support-for-terminally-ill-125976/

Travellers talk about what life is like for them in Kent

Generations of travellers say they face constant abuse, but they are not all bad and everyone should not be tarred with the same brush.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/its-like-were-at-the-125994/

More memories of the heydays of Sheerness steel mill flood in

As Kent's only steel mill bites the dust we get sight of what it was really like toiling in conditions said to be "hotter than hell."

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/archive-photograph-of-steel-workers-125935/

Murder arrest after body found in Crispin Close, Faversham

A man in his 60s has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of a pensioner was found inside a house.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/murder-arrest-after-man-found-125996/

Flowers ban on benches lifted after petition is launched in Deal and Walmer

Plans to ban grieving families from leaving flowers on memorial benches along the seafront at Deal and Walmer have been withdrawn

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/flowers-can-stay-on-memorial-125939/

Out of date chocolate bars sold in Best One shop in Lordswood

A shop owner has said sorry after chocolate bars months past their best-before dates were sold in his store.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/anger-as-shop-sells-out-125962/

Workers exposed to asbestos at Panorama development in Ashford feel betrayed

A group of workers put at risk at a building site dubbed an asbestos 'warzone' by health and safety inspectors say they feel lie to and betrayed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/workers-lied-to-about-asbestos-125964/

Cot death survivior Luis Milne, from Snodland, marries teenage sweetheart Emily

A mother who had to revive her son when he was moments from death as a baby has described her joy as he tied the knot 28 years on.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/mums-joy-as-son-she-125967/

Mystery surrounds death of Rochester man Vincent Crooks near Maidstone

Mystery still surrounds the death of a 37-year-old who was thought to have crashed his car after suddenly falling ill at the wheel.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/drivers-death-a-mystery-as-125971/

Isaiah Morgan faces jail for rape of girl at party in Chatham

An 19-year-old has been convicted of taking advantage of a “paralytic” sleeping girl at a party.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teen-faces-jail-for-raping-125993/

Families of Stephen Port's murder victims criticise IPCC investigation

The family of a murdered Kent man have criticised an independent review of the police's handling of the investigation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/murder-victims-family-brand-delay-125991/

Pedestrian hit by car on A2014 Pembury Road, Tunbridge Wells

A schoolgirl has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/pedestrian-hit-by-car-125988/

Man charged after teenager suffers deep cut to stomach in Luton Road, Chatham

A man's been charged and a youngster arrested after a teenager suffered a deep cut to their stomach.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-charged-after-teen-seriously-125989/

Ravensgate Arms in Ramsgate forced to close

A micropub which traded outside of its hours and allowed unregulated entertainment has been forced to close.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/time-called-on-micropub-125990/

Man injured when vehicle hit electricity pylon in Biddenden Road, St Michael's, Tenterden

A man was treated for suspected electric shock after a vehicle struck an electricity pylon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/man-treated-for-electric-shock-125986/

Margate: Thanet council's Community Safety Team obtains civil injunction over prolific drinker

A council Community Safety team has successfully obtained a civil injunction to stop a prolific drinker causing problems in a town centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/civil-injunction-granted-to-stop-125978/

Election 2017 in quotes

If the election's all starting to get a bit confusing - with the manifesto mayhem - here's a recap of the political week in soundbites.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/election-meltdown-heres-the-week-125979/

James Chuter, 66, of Highcombe Close, Mottingham charged after Gillingham FC's League 1 match against Millwall

A man has been fined for racially aggravated harassment following Gillingham’s League 1 match against Millwall.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-arrested-after-gillingham-millwall-123754/

David Cloke, from Chatham, charged after spate of fires in Chatham town centre

A man has been charged with arson after a series of town centre fires.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-charged-after-spate-of-125974/

National Grid tells of movement of 318-tonne electricity transformer from Dover to Sellindge

A key road will be temporarily shut as a huge electricity transformer is moved.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/road-closure-for-giant-load-125973/

Ramsgate: String of suspicious fires at Trove Court, Newcastle Hill

Police are appealing for information following a series of suspicious fires at a block of flats.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/spate-of-suspicious-fires-ramsgate-125975/

Drink drive arrest after car flips in Rheims Way, Canterbury

A 28-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a car hit a lamppost and overturned.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/drink-drive-arrest-after-car-125965/

Appeal to find Maria Calin, 15, missing from Chatham

Police are appealing for help to find a teenage girl who has been missing from her Kent home for three weeks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teen-missing-for-almost-three-125968/

Doorstep fishmongers scam warning at High Halden, Ashford

Trading standards officers have issued a warning after a woman reported a scammer offering rotten fish on the doorstep.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/beware-of-fishy-doorstep-con-125960/

Christopher Williams avoids jail after being snared by The Hunted One 'paedophile hunters' in Mote Park

An ex-company director snared on camera by 'paedophile hunters' has been spared jail after a judge decided his public humiliation acted as punishment.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/pervert-businessman-avoids-jail-due-125958/

Blind Deal toddler Freddie Penny has first week of sight-restoring treatment

A toddler who sparked a £25k fundraising drive for life-changing therapy has undergone his first week of therapy.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/blind-tot-freddie-in-first-125938/

Elaine Negus stole £242,000 from Emmerich (Berlon) Ltd in Ashford

A manager forced a firm to reduce work days and seek voluntary redundancies after siphoning off nearly £250,000 to pay for her lifestyle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/thieving-office-worker-brought-company-125957/

Police say don't take law into your own hands after posters in Dover brand a woman a thief

Officers have reacted to a poster campaign accusing a woman of being a "brazen thief."

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/police-warning-after-woman-branded-125956/