South Thanet MP Craig Mackinlay denied election expense wrongdoing

A Kent politician is due in court today to defend charges relating to his party's general election expenses.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mps-expenses-trial-to-start-129758/

Ash mum Samantha Rayson avoids jail for child sex image charges

A judge issued a stark warning to a mother convicted of possessing extreme pornography and child sex images after giving her a suspended sentence.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/you-must-stop-it-will-129767/

Faversham: Blean chef Stephen Lamb seriously injured in crash with police car

A teenager fears his career as a chef could be over due to the nature of the injuries he suffered when his motorbike collided with patrol car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-seriously-hurt-after-crash-129778/

Some of Our most popular posts in Twitter

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Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog UK: Tips On Maintaining Commercial Plumbing https://t.co/5SIiDwPc89

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Low cost ways to redecorate your bedroom -- https://t.co/3GoSrSiqS0

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10 Furnishings and Fittings Every Nursery Should Have -- https://t.co/qOTiWjmizK

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Senior-friendly furniture – Buying things for mobility-challenged people -- https://t.co/LzBhNmwgqH

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How to make cabinet doors using matched rail and stile router bitshttps://t.co/00cionpyOZ

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from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog UK http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/07/Home-my-heaven-Twitter.html

Four car crash in Crown Quay Lane, Sittingbourne

Firefighters had to cut the roof off a car to free a man trapped inside following a collision involving several vehicles.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/two-in-hospital-after-four-car-129783/

Lorry and car collision on A2 coastbound near Lydden Hill, Dover

A car and truck have been involved in a smash,

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/breaking-car-and-lorry-crash-129776/

Crash brings M2 to a halt

A crash between a car and a lorry has brought a section of the M2 to a standstill.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crash-brings-motorway-to-a-129777/

Bekesbourne: Burglary suspect, 17, from Faversham area arrested

Police seized sat navs, watches and phones when they detained a man on suspicion of theft and other offences.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/teenage-burglary-suspect-arrested-129775/

Herne Bay Pervert Scott Goldfinch, 37, behind bars

A pervert who sexually assaulted a young boy left in his care more than 20 years ago has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/pervert-carer-37-behinds-bars-129773/

Man's body found in Pierremont Park in Broadstairs

The dead body of a man has today been discovered in a town centre park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/mans-body-found-in-town-129771/

Thanet District Council confirm there are no plans to paint over Taiyah-Grace Peebles tribute art

TDC has responded to fears that street art in tribute to rail victim Taiyah-Grace Peebles has been painted over.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/council-not-paint-over-tribute-129760/

Armed police in Mountview, Borden, after man allegedly spotted with 'gun'

Residents were told to stay indoors and police were called after a man was allegedly spotted with a gun.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/armed-police-called-to-village-129762/

Westerham clock theft: CCTV released

CCTV images of the suspects in an antique clock theft have been released by police.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/cctv-released-in-hunt-for-129759/

Identity fraud fears as gangs rifle through bins in Sturry

Residents are being warned they could become victims of identity fraud after several people were found rummaging through rubbish.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/gangs-caught-rifling-through-bins-129757/

First aider Steve Walker suffers heart attack in Ashford

A first aid volunteer has praised his colleagues for saving his life after he suffered a heart attack at a charity event.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/i-owe-them-my-life-129756/

Romas Drulia jailed for trafficking women into UK for sexual exploitation

A man who trafficked women into the UK and forced them to work in brothels has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/sex-trafficker-jailed-129755/

Ramsgate former church warden David Turner admits trying to import child blow-up sex doll

A former school church warden has admitted trying to import a blow-up sex doll that depicted a realistic-looking child.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/church-warden-admits-trying-to-129754/

Larkfield stabbing: Craig Graham, of Aylesford, charged

A 30-year-old has been charged after a man was stabbed in a brawl outside a petrol station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/man-charged-after-stabbing-129753/

Brielle Way at Blue Town, Sheerness, to be shut Friday night

Motorists are warned to expect delays when a main road to a Kent docks is closed for the installation of a £3 million bridge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/road-to-be-closed-129555/

Friends of the Wisdom Hospice charity shop in Sittingbourne High Street broken into

A charity shop has been broken into, causing hundreds of pounds of damage.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/its-the-lowest-of-the-129752/

Brexit could mean the almost permanent instigation of Operation Stack, a report warns

The Port of Dover could be blighted by chronic delays as new customs checks come in after Brexit

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/new-customs-checks-after-brexit-129751/

Westwood Cross Primark re-opens ground floor after sinkhole fixed

A Primark store has re-opened today, months after it was forced to partially close when a sinkhole appeared in the car park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/primark-fully-re-opens-westwood-cross-129750/

Folkestone: Woman bitten by dog on The Stade as police hunt owner

A dog owner and his pet are being hunted by police after a woman was bitten on the face by the animal.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/dog-owner-hunted-after-animal-129749/

Family of Abigale Spree, who went missing in Rainham, appeal for her to come home

The family of a teenager who hasn't been seen for more than a week has issued a heartfelt plea for her to come home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/familys-heartfelt-appeal-for-missing-129746/

Klaudijus Klimanskis and Aurimas Vilius deny murdering Edvardus Barscevicius in Margate

Two men have denied murdering a 38-year-old who was found dead following an alleged fight at a house.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/pair-deny-murder-after-body-129748/

Motorway lane and slip road closures in Kent

A series of road and lane closures will be in place this week in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/prepare-for-motorway-road-closures-129745/

Canterbury underpass taped off after reports of serious assault

Police cordoned off a busy underpass following reports of a serious assault this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/subway-taped-off-after-serious-129738/

Chatham mum and Isis member, Sally Jones, stopped from fleeing by son Jo-Jo

Isis member Sally Jones is reportedly being stopped from leaving the besieged Syrian city of Raqqa by her brainwashed 12-year-old.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/jihadi-stopped-from-fleeing-by-129743/

Inquest: Ex-head teacher Graham Priest smashed into HGV days before going on trial for sex offences

An inquiry will examine how an ex-head teacher came to crash his car into the back of a lorry days before his trial for historic sex offences.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/graham-priest-headmaster-death-crash-inquest-129739/

Museums across Kent reveal 100 Objects That Made Kent

Is Kent’s history something of a mystery to you? A new project has chosen 100 objects that shaped and reveal the county’s rich heritage.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/kent-discover-the-100-objects-that-made-kent-129700/

Gillingham: Video of police car spinning down Canterbury Street during incident

Shocking footage of a police car appearing to speed into a busy residential street before performing a handbrake turn has appeared online.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-parking-under-investigation-129735/

Topless man chased off during break-in attempt

A mother chased after a topless burglar who tried to break into her home as her children slept.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/mum-chases-off-topless-burglar-129592/

Anger at £100 fine even though ticket machines broken at Foremans Centre

An 84-year-old woman has hit out after being slapped with a £100 parking fine - even though the ticket machines were out of order.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/drivers-anger-at-100-fine-129593/

Family of Shepway dad Andrew Wilson criticise hospital care he received before death

The loved ones of a father-of-two have criticised a hospital trust for the standard of care he received in his final days.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/family-critical-of-care-given-129622/

Stunning street art in memory of rail victim Taiyah-Grace Peebles

Friends and loved ones have been reacting to a stunning piece of street art in memory of a teenager who died on a rail line.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/stunning-street-art-in-memory-129730/

Candles and prayers after death of Herne Bay teenager Taiyah-Grace Peebles

Candles will be lit and prayers said this evening for the young people of a town trying to come to terms with the death of a teenager on rail tracks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/candles-and-prayers-after-death-129719/

Maidstone: Day two of Ramblin' Man Fair at Mote Park

The second day of Ramblin' Man Fair was a muddy affair due to the weather, but festival-goers didn't let it dampen their spirits.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/wet-weather-doesnt-dampen-festival-129709/

Sittingbourne: Hit and Run on London Road

Police were called to a hit and run involving a van and a pedestrian yesterday afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-called-to-hit-and-129713/

Pet owners warned over fox snares allegedly put up in residential street on Sheppey

Residents are warning others to keep their pets safe after snares were allegedly set in a back garden on a residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/residents-warned-about-snares-129707/

Burst water main on Churchill Avenue, Folkestone

A mains water pipe has burst this morning leaving residents in the area with no water.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/burst-pipe-leaves-homes-without-129706/

Motorcyclist injured in collision with police car

A motorcyclist was taken to hospital and a road closed for two hours after a collision involving a police car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/motorcyclist-injured-in-collision-with-129703/

Maidstone: Vehicle catches fire on Chatham-bound Blue Bell Hill

A busy route was closed last night for emergency crews to attend after a vehicle caught fire.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/vehicle-fire-closes-busy-route-129702/

Knitters needed to turn Swale red for Poppy Day

Councils across Kent are working with the Royal British Legion to create a garden of crocheted poppies.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/get-knitting-to-honour-fallen-129669/

Kent cyclists join Ride London event

Roads across London are closed today for the fifth Ride London event with many from Kent joining the 100,000 cyclists.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-cyclists-join-ride-london-129699/

Elderly residents still stuck waiting for lift to be repaired at Crusader Court

Elderly residents - including a 97-year-old - have been unable to leave their flats for months after a lift broke weeks ago.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/elderly-people-trapped-in-flats-129594/

Airbnbs and second homes 'sucking heart out of Whitstable community'

Airbnb properties and second home buyers are pricing local young people out of the market and threatening Whitstable's identity, it is claimed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/airbnbs-sucking-heart-out-of-129600/

Owner of Herne Bay's Vivid nightclub, Karl Ahmad, feared he would die after being stabbed

A nightclub boss says he feared for his life as he was rushed to hospital with a stab wound inflicted by a thug who had been thrown out by doormen.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/stabbed-club-boss-i-thought-129620/

Married couple Margaret and Brian Stanley met through Medway Messenger's lonely hearts column

A couple who met through their local paper almost 14 years ago have got married.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/better-than-finding-fish-and-129672/

Ambulance crew treats casualty at Tesco roundabout, Thanet Way, Whitstable

Traffic was held up while a casualty was treated by ambulance technicians on a busy roundabout

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/casualty-treated-on-roundabout-129695/

Third of broadband connections 'not up to speed' prompting MPs' calls for improvements

A third of broadband connections in Kent are not reaching download speeds the consumer is paying for, according to a new report.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/broadband-not-up-to-speed-129691/

Fast food chain McDonald's have banned under 21s from eating inside if in a group

A fast food restaurant has banned people under 21 from eating inside its Strood branch if they are in a group, due to anti social behaviour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/under-21s-not-lovin-it-129683/

RSPCA Thanet call on anglers not to be careless after gull left with fatal injuries

The RSPCA has called on anglers not to be 'careless' after a bird was found with hooks deep in its mouth.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/rspca-appeal-after-gull-injuries-129661/

Long delays expected at Port of Dover after adverse weather warning

Delays of up to three and a half hours are being experienced at the Port of Dover.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/weather-delays-at-port-129675/

Director Ken Rowles irked as BBC sits on Montgomery bomb-ship film A Disaster Waiting to Happen

If a sunken WWII bomb ship were to blow up it would be felt 5,000 miles away, a shocking documentary reveals.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/documentary-raises-ship-explosion-fears-129575/

Man struck his neighbour with shovel after row

A man saw red over a parking dispute when he hit his neighbour over the head with a shovel

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-struck-neighbour-with-shovel-129590/

Strood's Vic Haywood among those praised by emergency services for saving driver in West Street, Gravesend

A civil servant has told how a quiet Saturday morning shopping trip with his wife turned into a desperate rescue mission to save a man’s life.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/shopper-praised-for-vital-effort-129618/

Limes gay bar in Canterbury suffers abuse and dead pigeon after internet sting

A gay bar at the centre of a vigilante sting has suffered abuse, threats it will be burnt down and even had a pigeon hurled through the door.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/gay-bar-targeted-with-arson-129635/

Police advice after fraudsters pretend to be officers to get money

Fraudsters have been posing as police officers in a phone con - before sending in couriers to collect bagfuls of money from their victims.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fraudsters-pose-as-police-to-129674/

Thousand Pound Friday: Ricky Ribbins wins £1,000 on kmfm

Lucky kmfm winner Ricky Ribbins left it almost to the wire to enter Thousand Pound Friday... but he walked away with £1,000.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/never-too-late-to-bag-129673/

Taiyah-Grace Peebles died of electrocution, post mortem finds

A 16-year-old who was found dead at a railway station died of electrocution, it has been confirmed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/teen-died-of-electrocution-129668/

Drug dealer Kenvill Weekes jailed after officers called to Rochester

A drug dealer has been jailed for four years, following a tip off from the public.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/drug-dealer-jailed-for-four-129660/

Staplehurst: Trailer stolen from Chalkdown Group Riding for the Disabled Association

A charity which helps disabled people in the community has been left shocked after a piece of equipment was stolen in the early hours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/theft-at-disabled-charity-129640/

Appeal after child grabbed in King Street, Chatham

Police have released an image of a man they would like to talk to after a child was grabbed by a cyclist.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/appeal-after-child-grabbed-129656/

Broadstairs: Paedophile Darren Reynolds jailed for 14 years

A 48-year-old man has been jailed after abusing a primary school-age child.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/paedophile-jailed-for-14-years-129657/

TRAFFIC: Long delays on the M25 near Dartford after 'police led incident'

All lanes are now open but traffic remains severe after a "police-led incident".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/motorway-delays-after-police-incident-129651/

Erith drug dealer Wilfred Saye jailed after stabbing attack at Dartford station

He stabbed a man seven times at a railway station after a drug deal descended into an argument.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/drug-dealer-jailed-after-knife-129653/

Maidstone: Fashion designer Tansy Stowell dies after fall from bed in New York

A 28-year-old who was living her dream of being a fashion designer in New York has sadly died after falling from her bed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/fashion-designer-found-dead-129648/

Arrest made for alleged assault amid reports of 'child abduction attempt' in Cavell Crescent, Dartford

A man has been released under police investigation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/warning-after-child-abduction-attempt-129646/

Burgar Wayne Sart, 37, of Christchurch Way, Dover, jailed after leaving named medication among stolen goods

A raider was caught after leaving medication with his name among stolen goods.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/blundering-burglar-129642/

Body of Adam Jarvis found in Cobham Woods

A man who was reported missing last week has been found dea, it has been confirmed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/missing-man-found-dead-129638/

Police investigate alleged rape in an alleyway near Essex Road, Dartford

Police are investigating reports a woman was raped in an alleyway in the early hours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/police-investigate-alleyway-rape-129626/

Paedophile James Dickson, originally from Canterbury, jailed for abusing children

A sex offender who convinced friends he was “loving and caring” has been given a 25-year extended jail sentence for vile sex attacks on child victims.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/paedophile-who-abused-youngsters-jailed-129632/

Sheerness Town Team turns to crowdfunding to boost lights appeal

Town launches crowdfunding appeal to raise £6,000 for its Christmas lights.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/crowdfunding-appeal-for-christmas-lights-129562/

Aldi to move in Hythe

A supermarket giant has confirmed it will up sticks from a high street and move to the outskirts of town, creating more jobs in the move.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/supermarket-giant-to-move-129630/

Broadstairs: RNLI lifeguards save three teenagers cut off by the tide

Quick thinking RNLI lifeguards saved three teenage walkers cut off by the tide at a popular bay.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/rnli-save-three-cut-off-129628/

Staplehurst: Residents praised by fire service after blaze in Butchers Close

Villagers have been praised by the fire service as they pulled together to make sure residents left their houses.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/residents-pull-together-during-fire-129623/

Tips to Prevent Plumbing Problems in Your House

Did you know that you can completely safeguard your house and save money on repairs by making a few upgrades and small changes? Some parts of your home can cause a rather significant damage if you let a small problem turn into a big one, and that’s precisely the case with plumbing.

Plumbing related issues can result in blocked drains, low or high water pressure and even house flooding, and you should do your best to avoid all of them. Because of that, stop fixing the problem when it occurs and instead start working on the prevention of all potential plumbing problems in your home.

Leaky faucets

Leaky faucets can be a main cause of water loss and they can also cause other serious plumbing issues. An unchecked leak can put a significant amount of stress on your plumbing, and it can even cause clogging and overflows.

If you live in an area with hard water, leaky faucets might even create a water stain in your sink, and sometimes cleaning that stain is almost impossible.

If you have the necessary tools you can fix the leaks yourself, just make sure not to damage the faucet in the process.

Main valve

The main valve is obviously the most important valve in your home since it regulates water flow.The maintenance of this valve doesn’t require much skill or even time. All you really need to do is check if it’s working as intended every now and then, and turn it off if you see that a problem has occurred.

If you’re not sure which valve is the main valve in your home, find it right now. You need to know which one is it in case you need to turn off the water because of any other water-related problems in your house. The surest way to avoid any problems while you’re not at home is to completely turn off the main valve until you come back.

Disposal

Most people make one seemingly small mistake – they treat a garbage disposal as a trash can. Throwing every possible material down the garbage disposal can severely damage it, whichwill lead to clogged drains. You can easily avoid this scenario by being picky about what you throw into the disposal. If you want to avoid problems, don’t throw these types of foods into it:

·         Rice

·         Potato peels

·         Onion skins

·         Nuts

·         Pasta

·         Grease

·         Bones

Toilet

Toilets are frequently used in every home, and because of that toilet leaks and clogs are two of the most common plumbing issues. Most people with leaky toilet tanks don’t even know that their toilet tanksare leaking, but as any experienced plumber in Sydneywould tell you, this is surprisingly easy to detect. Pour food dye into the tank before you go to sleep. In the morning check if there’s dye in the bowl. If there is, you’ll know you have a leaky tank.

Clogged toilets are, unfortunately, a much bigger problem, and that’s exactly why you should be careful about what you flush. In general, you shouldn’t flush anything that’s not toilet paper if you want to avoid clogging the toilet.

Unclogging the toilet is easy, and you can do it yourself. Use a plungerto resolve the problem, but if you notice that it’s starting to overflow, shut off the main valve immediately and call the professionals to help you.

Emergencies

Unfortunately, some problems can occur seemingly overnight, but you can be prepared for that. What you will need is an emergency toolkit and a phone number of an emergency plumber in case the Aquaman decides not to lend a helping hand.

It’s always better being safe than sorry. You can avoid spending a huge amount of money on plumbing repairs by simply being careful and responsible.

from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog UK http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/07/prevent-plumbing-problems.html

Teen rapist Isaiah Morgan, from Gillingham jailed for raping paralytic girl

Violence erupted outside a court as a teenager was locked up for raping a “paralytic” girl who was put to bed after drinking too much at a party.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/rapist-jailed-for-seven-years-129614/

Argos to close Sittingbourne town centre branch and move into nearby Sainsbury's

Argos is to close its town centre branch and move into a nearby supermarket.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/argos-set-to-move-into-supermarket-129605/

Contest to find new Ukip leader will not feature the man who runs Thannet council

Cllr Chris Wells won't be standing in contest to be the next Ukip leader

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/thanet-council-leader-rules-out-129608/

Ramsgate: Fire crews called to fire in Packers Lane

Fire crews were called to a ground floor flat fire where a woman and her pet were treated for smoke inhalation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/fire-in-packers-lane-ramsgate-129606/

Banned driver, Jason Catt, of Coulman Street, Gillingham, locked up

A banned driver who lied under oath at the Old Bailey has been locked up for 16 months after a judge told police they should investigate him.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/banned-driver-lied-on-oath-129604/

E-fit released following assault on teenage girl at Singleton Lake, Ashford

The man approached her from behind and grabbed her by the shoulder.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/e-fit-released-after-assault-on-129602/

Canterbury Normandy veteran Albert Figg's dying wish honoured at funeral

The coffin of a Normandy veteran will be carried through the streets today on a Second World War gun carriage.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/veterans-dying-wish-honoured-at-129599/

‘Horse-whisperer’ Roy Paskell stalked and hit his ex-partner

A self-styled horse whisperer whose voice is said to soothe even the most wilful stallion has been convicted of a string of assaults.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/horse-whisperer-stalked-ex-partner-129559/

School accused of sexism over charity head shave

A pupil who shaved her head in support of a cancer charity has hit out after being told to cover her baldness.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/school-accused-of-sexism-over-129565/

Wardens on way to keep town centre visitors safe

No-go areas plagued by drunks and anti-social behaviour will be targeted in a new drive to clean up a town centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/wardens-on-way-to-keep-129567/

Letters from theme park bosses cause stir in Bean, near Dartford

A series of unexpected notices have prompted villagers to send angry letters to the developers of a theme park in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/villagers-worry-letters-paramount-resort-129578/

Fire crews fight blaze in Church Street, Margate basement

Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus fought a blaze in the basement of a two-storey home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/fire-crews-battle-basement-blaze-129595/

MP Rosie Duffield challenged over stance on grammars

Kent's newest MP has been challenged over her stance on grammar schools - while sending her children to one.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/mp-challenged-over-stance-on-129577/

Kent theme park opening date pushed back to 2023

The company behind plans to build a giant theme park in Kent has pushed back its expected opening date to 2023.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/theme-park-opening-date-pushed-129586/

Calais blocked by industrial action

Drivers heading to France could be caught up in huge delays as the main motorway into Calais is blocked by protesters.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/calais-blocked-by-industrial-action-129587/

Police find body in Cobham Woods

Police hunting a man who has been missing for a week have discovered a body in woodland.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-hunting-missing-man-have-129585/

Cannabis gang jailed for one of Britain's biggest cannabis production plots

A gang who operated one of Britain's biggest cannabis operations - worth up to £50m a year - has been jailed for a total of 90 years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/drugs-gang-jailed-for-total-129584/

Appeal after inmate absconds from Standford Hill Prison, Eastchurch

Police are appealing for the public's help after a prisoner absconded from a Kent jail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/inmate-absconds-from-prison-129583/

Folkestone benefit cheat Jean Bushell avoids jail

A woman defrauded £15,000 in benefits while working as an ice cream lady.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/benefit-cheat-escapes-jail-129579/

Kent leads South East for building new homes but GMB union warns developers still failing to meet demand

More new homes were built in Kent than anywhere else across the South East last year but developers are still way behind government housing targets.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/kent-top-housebuilding-south-east-129564/

Eastwell Manor likened to Fawlty Towers

A luxury hotel guest has described the farcical moment when staff bumped into each other and spilled coffee all over a customer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/fawlty-towers-moment-129572/

Boilers being blown up at Kingsnorth Power Station, in Hoo

Another part of a defunct power station will be blown up this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/demolition-at-kingsnorth-129573/

New stores Cath Kidston and Beauty Outlet coming to Designer Outlet

Two new stores will be making their debut at a major outlet complex next month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/new-stores-for-outlet-centre-129560/

Sanual Banagkeng, Chatham Hill, banned from driving for 12 months after crash at Luton Arches

A personal trainer agreed to drive when he went to a party with his friends but ended crashing his car while over the drink-drive limit.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/designated-driver-crashed-after-drinking-129557/

Folkestone Joyrider,22, writes off mum's car in head-on Ashford smash

A young joyrider stole and smashed up his mum’s car - then returned to the crime scene to grab his phone.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/joyrider22-writes-off-mums-car-129554/

Crash on A21 at Lamberhurst

Drivers are warned of long queues following a crash on a major A-road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/delays-after-crash-129549/

Eye-catching Amazonials dismiss criticism at Whitstable Oyster Festival's Mud Tug

A scantily-clad tug-of-war team accused of overshadowing a popular contest with their eye-catching outfits have hit back at 'jealous' detractors.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/risque-outfits-were-a-bit-129547/

Sheppey singer Alex-Nicole Jamieson who went to Sittingbourne school bids for stardom this weekend

Britain's Got Talent girl band SweetChix singer now bidding for solo stardom in final of national talent trail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/teenstar-singer-from-kent-129546/

Sevenoaks: Waitrose objects to new Aldi

A high-end store has objected to discount supermarket Aldi moving onto its turf.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/turf-war-over-new-aldi-129533/

Digger enthusiast Tony Law of Chart Sutton carried to funeral in JCB

A digger enthusiast has been carried to his final resting place in the bucket of a JCB.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/digger-enthusiast-carried-to-funeral-129542/

Magpie trapped at Lloyds Bank in Folkestone branch in Sandgate Road

A bird had to be released after getting trapped in netting during a dramatic rescue involving firefighters.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/magpie-in-the-sky-again-129539/

Sheppey Ambulance Station targeted by thieves for second time in just over a month

Life-saving equipment has been stolen from an ambulance station for the second time in just over a month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/thieves-target-ambulance-station-again-129541/

Lynton Notley-Baker stole iPods and equipment from schools in Gravesend, Sevenoaks and Tunbridge Wells

A man who repeatedly broke into the same Kent schools, stealing more than £100,000 worth of computers and other equipment, is behind bars.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/burglar-who-targeted-schools-jailed-129543/

Crash blocks Taylor’s Lane, Higham

A car flipped onto its side, blocking a narrow country lane, and the occupants of both vehicles left before officers arrived, according to police.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/learner-driver-involved-in-crash-129529/

Ashford alcoholic William Gregory kicks coffee cup at partner and threatens to kill her

An alcoholic who spat at his partner, kicked a coffee cup past her head and threatened to kill her has been spared jail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/domestic-abuser-kicks-coffee-cup-129532/

Richard Arnold charged in Rough Common post office fraud probe

Police investigating alleged fraud at a village post office have charged a man.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-charged-in-post-office-129538/

Ramsgate: Woman rescued from house fire in Hardres Street

Fire crews rescued a woman after a fire broke out in a home with no working smoke alarms.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/woman-rescued-from-house-fire-129537/

Snodland: Kyle Allen, 31, of Cantium Place, charged over incident in May Street

A man is due in court charged with assault, causing grievous bodily harm and attempted arson after a serious incident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/man-charged-over-serious-assault-129540/

Hadlow: Man charged with flashing

Police hunting a flasher who reportedly exposed himself to a child have arrested and charged a man.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/flasher-charged-with-indecent-exposure-129536/

Flowers laid for Taiyah Peebles at Herne Bay station after her death on the railway line

Distraught friends have laid flowers and held a vigil in memory of a much-loved schoolgirl found dead on a railway line.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/vigil-held-for-tragic-teenager-129527/

Second Sheppey pub has licence suspended

A brawl at a nightspot led to it being shut down by authorities as part of a crackdown on anti-social behaviour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/second-pub-closed-amid-police-129489/

Petition calls for Kent Wildlife Trust chief Michael Bax to resign

A Kent animal welfare protection officer has been called not a 'fit and proper person' to do the job for allowing hunting on his land.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/more-than-100000-call-for-129499/

Inquest into death of popular biker Ollie Jennings

A much loved biker died after crashing into a roundabout on his way home from a party, an inquest has heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/biker-killed-in-crash-was-129520/

Kent hospitals feeling the impact of Brexit

Health chiefs say Britain's plans to leave the EU are making it more difficult to recruit nurses with 670 positions now vacant in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/hundreds-of-nhs-staff-quit-129522/

Abigale Spree missing from Rainham

Police are appealing for the public's help to find a 15-year-old who has not been seen for four days.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/search-for-missing-teenager-129523/

Girl, 16, found dead near train tracks named as Taiyah Pebbles

A teenager found dead near train tracks has been named locally as Taiyah Pebbles.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/girl-killed-on-railway-named-129516/

Four arrested after police stop car on A20 Junction 8

Four men have been arrested on suspicion of burglary after a taxi was stopped near a busy motorway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/four-arrests-after-taxi-stopped-129518/

Herne Bay: Girl, 16, electrocuted on railway

A 16-year-old girl found dead on the railway line is thought to have been electrocuted, it has emerged.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/girl-death-herne-129484/

David Seal denies dangerous driving after police officer hurt and Gravesend roads closed

A father of three appeared in court this afternoon in connection with an incident that left a large part of a town centre shut off yesterday morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-denies-dangerous-driving-after-129510/

Love Island star comes to Kent nightclub

The event will be his first appearance since leaving the ITV show.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/love-island-star-comes-to-129506/

Councils in Kent to get share of £255 million to tackle pollution

Councils in Kent have been given the green light by the government to introduce radical plans to curb air pollution.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/motorists-could-face-charges-on-129507/

Florence + the Machine and Two Door Cinema Club: WeWork Summer Camp, Kent

Two Door Cinema Club, Galantis and Baauer are also on the bill at the all-inclusive summer camp.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/florence--the-machine-to-129501/

Roger Gull convicted of conspiracy to steal fuel from Chevening and other places

A businessman has been convicted of a conspiracy to steal fuel from underground pipelines - including at Nick Clegg's former home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/businessman-convicted-of-major-fuel-129494/

Brendan Kent, of Fulbert Road, Dover, jailed after double theft and knife threat

A thief who threatened a man in his 70s with a knife is now behind bars.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/knife-wielding-thief-caged-129505/

Police stop drivers watching movies and reading papers

Police have released shocking footage... after stopping a lorry driver who was watching a DVD on the M20.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-drivers-dice-with-death-129503/

Pensioner jailed for historic child abuse in Medway and Sittingbourne

An 83-year-old man has been jailed after pleading guilty to historic abuse of children.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/pensioner-jailed-for-historic-child-129502/

Maidstone: Prison visitor charged with supplying drugs

A man visiting a Kent prison has been charged with supplying class A drugs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-charged-with-supplying-drugs-129493/

Family blame Ashford Wetherspoon pub for illness

A family claims their birthday celebration meal turned into a nightmare when some of their party suffering from vomiting and diarrhoea

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/pub-grub-blamed-after-family-129478/

Lung cancer patient gets new drug pembrolizumab at Darent Valley Hospital

A grandfather and former construction worker who is battling lung cancer is one of the first people in the country to get a pioneering new drug.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/i-went-to-the-doctors-129462/

Danny Shepherd denies killing Eli Cox at Minster home

A man has denied to police causing a baby's tragic death, in a video shown to jurors.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/video-man-denies-causing-babys-129475/

Richard Kray accused of strangling daughter Olivia Kray at Westlands Caravan Park

A 19-year-old found dead at a caravan park died of strangulation, a court has heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/dad-accused-of-strangling-daughter-129463/

Dartford Crossing: Crash on QEII Bridge causing delays for motorists

Motorists are warned to expect delays after a crash near the Dartford Crossing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/traffic-builds-after-crossing-crash-129466/

Police called to the Limes bar in Canterbury after Internet Interceptors vigilante group catch 'paedophile'

Officers were called to a bar after an internet vigilante group confronted a man allegedly attempting to meet an underage boy.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/police-involved-after-paedophile-sting-129456/

Car crashes into brick wall in Hawkhurst A268 in the early hours

Emergency services were called after an early morning crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/car-crashes-into-brick-wall-129460/

Fire service called to derelict building blaze in Folkestone Road, Dover

Firefighters tackled a blaze in a disused ambulance station last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/fire-crews-called-to-derelict-129458/

Herne Bay train station shut off after body reportedly found on tracks

Emergency crews have shut off a railway station and cancelled trains after a body was reportedly found on the line.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/police-swarm-train-station-after-129457/

Paddock Wood: War and Peace Revival show returns to the Hop Farm with military vehicles and living history

The largest gathering of military vehicles in the world is set to rumble back into Kent, as the War and Peace Revival returns.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/kent-war-and-peace-revival-at-the-hop-farm-129227/

Walderslade: Village Cafe owner jailed for sexual assaults

A man who sexually assaulted two former waitresses is behind bars after being found guilty following a trial.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/cafe-boss-jailed-for-groping-129427/

Teaching assistant Jack Shaw sacked for looking at illegal images

A man has been banned from being alone with teenagers after trawling for sex pictures at work.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/teaching-assistant-banned-for-child-129432/

Benefits cheat Jennifer White avoids jail

A woman who exaggerated the extent of her medical condition and enjoyed exotic holidays abroad has avoided a jail sentence.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/benefits-cheat-falsely-claimed-62000-129452/

Air ambulance called to crash in Kingsnorth A2070

The air ambulance has been called after a car reportedly went down an embankment after a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/air-ambulance-called-after-crash-129449/

Drug dealer who used violence and intimidation against teenagers jailed

A ruthless organiser of a major drugs ring, who used violence and intimidation to get youngsters to work for him, has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/drug-dealer-who-used-violence-129443/

Delays on M25 after vehicle fire

Motorists are facing delays on a busy motorway after a vehicle fire.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/delays-after-vehicle-blaze-129448/

Delays on M25 after vehicle fire

Motorists are facing delays on a busy motorway after a vehicle fire.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/delays-after-vehicle-blaze-129448/

Delays on Detling Hill after crash

Motorists are facing long delays after a busy road was blocked due to mud, and a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/busy-road-blocked-due-to-129446/

Rat-infested Shepherd Neame pub in Kent fined

A prestigious outlet run by Britain's oldest brewer has been found guilty of failing to meet basic food hygiene standards.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/rat-infested-shepherd-neame-hotel-fined-129444/

Tributes paid to motorcyclist Brian Yeo, 71, after he died on Tenterden Road, Biddenden

The family of a 71-year-old biker has said he died doing what he loved.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/family-pays-tribute-to-71-year-old-129441/

Herne Bay: Handbag stolen from flat in Highfields View area of Beltinge by man in shabby suit

Police say homes need to be kept secure after a woman in her 90s had her handbag stolen when a man in a shabby suit got into her home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/man-in-shabby-suit-swipes-129440/

Cyclist dies in Wood Street, Brompton

A cyclist was pronounced dead after apparently suffering a medical episode while riding a long a busy road in the Towns.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/cyclist-prounced-dead-129434/

Cyclist dies in Wood Street, Brompton

A cyclist was pronounced dead after apparently suffering a medical episode while riding a long a busy road in the Towns.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/cyclist-prounced-dead-129434/

Dog running on M20 near Folkestone has a lucky escape

A dog ventured on to the motorway and luckily the story has a happy ending.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/dogs-lucky-escape-after-straying-129430/

Channel Tunnel police find £500,000 stashed in van heading for Folkestone

Officers who discovered the stash of half a million pounds inside van's secret compartment have arrested two men on suspicion of money laundering.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/cash-stash-hidden-in-van-129437/

Investigation into death of patient transferred from William Harvey Hospital to Kent and Canterbury

The transfer of a gravely ill patient from one Kent hospital to another did not contribute to her death, a probe has found.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/probe-ill-patient-129436/

Petition delivered to get town council for Sheerness

More than 800 people have signed a petition to form a new town council in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/town-bids-for-council-129433/

Lee Simpson jailed for 13 years after stabbing father following reunion

A son who stabbed his "estranged" father 14 times after they were reunited has been locked up for 13 years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/son-jailed-for-stabbing-father-129426/

Delays on M2 London bound after crash

Motorists have been brought to a standstill after traffic was stopped following a crash on the M2.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/delays-after-crash-129424/

Antony Gormley sculpture to stand in front of Turner Contemporary

A new sculpture from the artist who created the Angel of the North will be sited outside a key Kent attraction.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/kent-to-get-new-antony-129423/

Southern Rail and Southeastern ranked according to passenger satisfaction by Transport Focus

Customers of Southern Rail think they have the worst service in the country, according to a survey which ranked Southeastern as doing better.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/blighted-rail-operator-is-bottom-129418/

'Heart-wrenching' anarchist graffiti scrawled on Leas Lift in Folkestone

Armed with spray cans, vandals sullied the sea front landmark with huge anarchist symbols, unintelligible jibberish and the words ‘police state.'

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/heart-wrenching-anarchist-graffiti-scrawled-on-129411/

Man arrested after cars and property damaged.

Police were called to reports of a man threatening to jump in a river after allegedly damaging cars and property.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-arrested-after-cars-damaged-129406/

Accident in High Street, Rainham, at entrance to Asda petrol station

A motorcyclist has reportedly been injured following a collision with a car at the entrance of an Asda garage.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/a2-closed-off-after-petrol-129403/

Police closed Wood Street, Brompton after man found lying in road

Police have closed a major road in Brompton after a man was found lying in the road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-found-lying-in-road-129402/

Gang to be sentenced after cannabis farms discovered across Kent

The gang behind one of the biggest cannabis operations ever uncovered in the UK faces jail - after a network of sites was found across Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/gang-face-jail-for-50m-a-year-129397/

Gravesend town centre one way system shut after police officer injured - one arrested

A one-way system has been closed after a routine stop and search left a policeman needing medical attention.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/town-centre-shut-off-after-129398/

Christine Curran left bedridden for six months after cancelled operations

A former nurse has complained to the Care Quality Commission after she was left bedridden for six months.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/video-grandmother-left-bedridden-for-129395/

Lewis Brooke with cancer has prom sports car convoy

A boy went to his prom in style when he turned up among a convoy of the world's most famous sports cars.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/lamborghni-treat-for-sick-10-year-old-129376/

Kent to suffer wasp invasion

A mild winter means record numbers of wasps are to due to invade Kent this summer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/swarmaggeddon-129380/

Jordan Heffernan jailed for attacking man in Maidstone

An aspiring model had no explanation for why he put the boot in to a reveller who was lying in the street after being punched during a disturbance.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-kicked-in-head-as-129389/

Woman trapped after crash at Morleys Roundabout

Firefighters had to cut the roof off a vehicle to free a driver following a crash at a roundabout.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/woman-trapped-after-cars-collide-129396/

Shadow the cat, of Underdown Road, Dover, shot in eye

A cat may be left blind after being shot by cruel thugs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/horror-of-cat-shot-in-129394/

Man injured in attempted burglary

Officers investigating an attempted burglary have released images of two men they want to speak to.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-injured-in-attempted-burglary-129393/

Arrest after police seize tens of thousands of bottles of wine

A man has been arrested after tens of thousands of bottles of wine, and flat screen televisions, were seized by police from two warehouses.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/arrest-after-police-seize-four-129390/

Boughton Monchelsea: Fly tipping reported to council

A popular spot for dog walkers has been targeted by fly tippers who have left behind a mountain of rubble.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/mountain-of-rubble-dumped-at-129387/

Drug dealer Alex Ofori-Atta jailed after he was stopped in Gillingham

A drug dealer dealer who ran over a police officer has been jailed for more than three years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/drug-dealer-jailed-after-running-129386/

Joseph Meizen charged with attacking woman

Police have charged a man after a woman in her 30s suffered a head injury when she was reportedly struck with a crowbar.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/man-charged-after-woman-attacked-129384/

America's Got Talent Magician Tom London performs at Highworth Grammar School, Ashford

Students and staff alike were left spellbound when a TV star performed magic as an end-of-term treat.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/americas-got-talent-star-surprises-129383/

Car stranded as Milton Street, Swanscombe, floods

A road notorious for flooding was turned into a virtual river during a downpour at the weekend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/car-stranded-as-road-floods-129375/

Ukip defection leads to party losing overall control of Thanet

Ukip has lost control of the only council it has ever won - but the party vows to keep running the authority.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/ukip-defection-leaves-council-with-129374/

Boy, 16, arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences at Stansted airport

A 16-year-old Kent boy has been arrested at Stansted Airport on suspicion of terrorism offences.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-boy-16-arrested-on-129371/

'Floating home' prompts rescue bid in Folkestone

A ‘floating home’ could be seen adrift off the Kent coast this weekend, after an art installation broke free from its moorings.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/sport/floating-home-prompts-rescue-bid-129368/

A2 at Bean: Lanes closed after crash near Bean interchange for Bluewater

Three lanes are shut after a serious crash on one of Kent's busiest arterial roads.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/lanes-closed-after-serious-crash-129369/

Sara Cox stalker: Jail for Tony Collins who stalked Radio 2 DJ

A paedophile who waged a stalking campaign against DJ Sara Cox has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/sara-cox-stalker-jailed-129367/

Richard Kray appears in court accused of murdering daughter Olivia Kray and trying to murder another woman in Herne Bay

A man has appeared in court accused of murdering his daughter and trying to murder another woman.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/man-in-court-accused-of-129363/

Sadness at closure of Salvation Army church in Sheerness

The Salvation Army is to close one of its churches in Kent after nearly 140 years because of falling numbers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/sally-army-closes-church-129358/

Peter Farbar jailed after stabbing brothers in Folkestone and fleeing country

A man who fled Britain after stabbing two brothers in a row over a pram has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/knifeman-jailed-after-fleeing-country-129356/

Sheppey singer Moses McGeorge wants 100 girls to appear in his new music video

Singer M Dot R is appealing for 100 girls aged 17 or over to take part in his new music video which will be filmed in Kent next month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/girls-dancers-for-video-129350/

Man, 33, due in court accused of murder rape and kidnap of woman, 19, and rape and kidnap of another woman

A man arrested at a Kent address is due before magistrates today accused of the murder, rape and kidnap of a 19-year-old woman.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/man-due-in-court-accused-129352/

VIDEO: Police appealing for information after man stabbed inside Gravesend New Road McDonald's

Footage has surfaced which appears to show one of the attackers from an assault in a fast food chain.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/video-appeal-after-mcdonalds-stabbing-129342/

Scaffolding 'falls' onto Rathmore Road in Gravesend

Police and other emergency workers were called out after scaffolding was seen in the middle of a busy street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/police-called-after-scaffolding-falls-129343/

Raymond Thwaites killed himself after being told he faced dismissal or losing part of salary

A policeman took his life after being told he could lose half his salary or face dismissal.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/policeman-killed-himself-amid-fears-129236/

Fire victim Bernard Wycliffe-Clark moved to ‘flea pit’ in Canterbury

A pensioner rehomed after a fire claims he is being forced to wash in the sink because of the conditions in his sheltered housing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/fire-victim-living-in-flea-129237/

Neighbour Declan Ahern cleared of harassing man with gay taunts

A war veteran accused of harassing his neighbour in a "homophobic" manner by playing YMCA has been cleared by a court.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/veteran-cleared-of-ymca-taunts-129238/

Redevelopment of Kent prison delayed

Staff at Kent prison due to temporarily close for improvements have been shocked to find out the project has been called off for at least two years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/multi-million-pound-prison-revamp-in-129278/

Exclusive images reveal more plans for former golf club

New images released exclusively to KentOnline reveal what developers hope to build on a former golf club - including a gym, pub and coffee house.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/pub-gym-and-100-flats-129332/

Robin Camber missing from Sevenoaks

A man aged 81 has gone missing from his home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/police-appeal-over-missing-81-year-old-129336/

Police appeal for driver after child hit by car

Police are trying to find a driver after a child was hit by a car and sustained multiple injuries.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/appeal-for-driver-after-child-129330/

CCTV released after nightclub boss attacked

Officers have released CCTV images of a thug who stabbed a nightclub boss in the stomach.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/cctv-released-of-nightclub-boss-129328/

Tributes to caravan park murder victim Olivia Kray

A teenager attacked at a caravan park has been described as a "beautiful young lady" by a former school friend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/murder-victim-was-beautiful-young-129325/

Delays after car bursts into flames

A car was left severely damaged after bursting into flames on the A2.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/delays-after-vehicle-fire-129327/

One lane closed on busy road after crash

Drivers face delays after a road has been shut due to a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/one-lane-closed-on-busy-129326/

Police arrest man after knife brandished in quiet street

A man has been arrested following reports of a small fire and a knife being brandished in a quiet residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/police-arrest-man-after-knife-129324/

Man arrested after morning telegraph pole crash

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of drink-driving following a crash involving a car and a telegraph pole.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/man-arrested-after-morning-telegraph-129322/

Oyster Festival splits opinion after being drastically scaled back

Thousands of people are attending Kent's world-famous Oyster Festival this weekend, but it has split opinion after being scaled back.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/scaled-down-oyster-festival-splits-129323/

Drink driver jailed for fatal crash

A man who caused the death of a woman in a motorway crash has been jailed for six years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/drink-driver-jailed-for-fatal-129321/

Bob Cook weds soulmate Sue Weatherall at Pilgrim's Hospice

A pensioner suffering with terminal cancer had his dream to wed his soulmate come true... thanks to hospice staff.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/hospice-wedding-129254/

Dover: James Harris jailed for robbery and having offensive weapon

A man's birthday was ruined when he and his girlfriend were confronted outside their home by a thug armed with an axe and three knives.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/axe-wielding-teenager-takes-couple-hostage-129274/

Southeastern could be forced to ditch first class seats

Train operator Southeastern could be forced to ditch first class seats after a government minister pledged to remove them on busy commuter services.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/first-class-seats-could-be-129307/

Donations pour in for children of tragic fireman

Friends of a respected firefighter who died suddenly at work have launched a fundraising page to help set-up a trust fund for his two children.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/donations-pour-in-for-children-129308/

Woman, 19, dies after caravan park 'attack'

A man arrested on suspicion of murdering a young woman remains in custody this morning as it emerges his alleged victim was just 19.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/woman-19-was-victim-of-129295/

Bexley High Street prank sees man in mini Range Rover hold up traffic

Footage of a man driving along a busy high street in a tiny Range Rover has gone viral.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/man-in-mini-car-holds-129301/

Strood schoolboy Oakley Orange goes to the prom

A community ensured a 10-year-old boy who nearly died after suffering an allergic reaction to medication got his big out.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/prom-joy-for-boy-with-129221/

Pub landlord Kevin Gibbons told Cinque Port Arms illegal

Councillors have refused an application to increase a bar's capacity after hearing a previous extension had been done without planning permission.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/pubs-500000-extension-illegal-129231/

Property mogul Fergus Wilson suing former tenant Carley Ingram

A woman being sued by a property mogul for £10,000 says she is in 'disbelief' as the case has dragged on for 18 months.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/case-delayed-as-judge-loses-129267/

Coroner concludes death of Gravesend grandmother, who set herself on fire, not suicide

An inquest concluded a grandmother who died after setting herself on fire did not intend to take her own life, but her daughter disagrees.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/coroner-gran-set-herself-alight-129282/

Ightham Mote launches campaign to keep A Game of Bowls painting

A National Trust property is bidding to keep hold of a painting which depicts the house as part of its public collection.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/campaign-launched-for-national-treasure-129283/

Sheerness plants ripped out by vandals

Shopkeepers were left fuming today when they discovered vandals had ripped up a town's plant beds overnight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/towns-flowers-trashed-by-vandals-129257/

Train hits object between Folkestone Central and Dover Priory

A train has been forced to stop after striking an obstruction this evening.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/delays-after-train-hits-object-129292/

Biddenden: 70-year-old biker dies in Tenterden Road crash

A 70-year-old biker has died in a crash in a Kent village this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/biker-dies-in-crash-129289/

Murder arrest after woman dies at caravan park in Herne Bay

A 63-year-old man has been arrested after a young woman died at a caravan park this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/murder-arrest-after-caravan-site-129288/

Milton Regis: £100,000 of cannabis seized in High Street

Police have found 170 cannabis plants worth £100,000 following a raid this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/100k-of-cannabis-seized-129287/

Ramsgate: Coastguard and lifeboats sent to emergency off shore

A person has been flown to hospital following a medical emergency on a boat around six miles off shore.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/helicopter-scrambles-to-medical-emergency-129284/

Thanet District Council: Cllr Beverly Martin quits Ukip causing majority loss

Ukip has lost its majority at Thanet Council as a councillor quits to join the Tory party.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/ukip-lose-majority-at-council-129280/

Tonbridge: Andrew Mason-Flucke admits arson

A man has pleaded guilty to starting a fire at a block of flats.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/man-admits-arson-at-block-129277/

Ebbsfleet Garden City residents take part in Fitbit experiment

A pioneering scheme will see residents at a new garden city given Fitbits - with developers building leisure spaces around how they exercise.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/residents-to-take-part-in-129265/

Matthew Scott blames rise in violent crime on London gangs

A huge rise in violent crime is partly down to London gangs extending their network to Kent, according to the county's crime commissioner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/london-gangs-sparking-rise-in-129271/

Councillors' expenses rise sparks petition

Protesters have mounted a petition calling on councillors to rethink their decision to vote themselves a 15% "pay" rise.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/allowances-hike-sparks-petition-129266/

Motorbike crash A262 Biddenden

Police and paramedics have been called to a rural road after a reported crash involving a motorbike

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/reported-motorbike-crash-on-rural-129264/

Kent Police dismisses police officer after failing to declare dismissal from Army

A police officer has been instantly dismissed after failing to declare they had been discharged from the Army for drug-taking.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/police-officer-dismissed-after-tribunal-129259/

Maidstone: Sean Mcfetridge faces jail for causing head-on Tonbridge Road smash

A man faces jail after causing a serious crash while 'being chased' along a major road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/driver-faces-jail-after-head-on-129262/

Stephen Else jailed after police find explosive material, fuse, flammable liquids and firearms

A man has been locked up after police raided homes and found explosive material that could make a bomb, improvised fuse and firearms.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/man-jailed-for-possessing-bomb-making-129263/

Folkestone drug dealer Lee Clark jailed after police spotted car had faulty brake light

Police were led to a drug dealer after he avoided stopping for them when they saw his car had a faulty brake light.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/faulty-brake-light-led-cops-129261/

Earthquake horror in Greece and Turkey leaves Canterbury couple shaken

A young couple caught up in a killer earthquake have told of the terrifying moment they thought their hotel was collapsing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/couples-holiday-quake-horror-129252/

SUVA, Dover Channel swimmer's boat, repainted Thunderbirds Lady Penelope pink

A Channel swimmers' escort boat has been repainted Lady Penelope pink for charity.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/channel-swimmers-are-go-129250/

Have you seen Adam Jarvis, from Strood, police are searching for him

Police say they are looking for a man who was reported missing yesterday and could be in a distressed state.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/have-you-seen-adam-129249/

Herne Bay air show: Organisers say spectacle on Saturday, August 19 will be best yet

Organisers of a popular air show say this year's line-up is their most impressive yet, with more than a dozen jets signed up.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/air-show-set-to-be-129246/

Medway Council receives planning application for 1,400 homes in £400m Rochester Riverside redevelopment

A planning application has been submitted for a £400 million redevelopment of of a riverside.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/rochester-riverside-planning-application-129244/

Ramsgate: Two RNLI crew members with family connections attend Dunkirk premiere

Two RNLI crew members, with family connections to the WW2 Dunkirk rescue, swapped their sea gear for smart as they headed for the film premiere.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/rnli-members-attend-dunkirk-premiere-129212/

Ashford: Hedge and fence fire in Kennington Road, Willesborough

A fire near to a gas supply sparked an emergency response in the early hours of this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/hedge-fire-sparks-emergency-response-129239/

Boss Nathan Hill shuts Sheerness Discount Toy Store

Out-of-town shopping centre is blamed for toy shop shutting.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/end-of-the-game-for-129138/

Dying Chatham mum Kelly Meek makes smear test plea

A 31-year-old told she has an incurable cancer has urged women to make sure they get a smear test before it's too late.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dying-mums-heartbreaking-plea-129146/

Medway Council sued over norovirus outbreak at Splashes, Rainham

Twenty people are taking legal action after falling violently ill following a party at a leisure centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/council-sued-over-swimming-pool-129198/

Faversham fireman Danny Haxton dies after collapsing at work

Colleagues of a devoted dad-of-two tried desperately to resusciate him when he fell ill just minutes into his shift.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/fireman-dies-after-collapsing-at-129204/

Canterbury: Burst water main closes Shalloak Road

A key route used by commuters could be shut for four days while urgent repairs are carried out.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/burst-water-main-closes-road-129229/

Break in at Larkfield Football Club

A football team is asking for help to trace an intruder who smashed his way into their clubhouse.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/beer-thief-leaves-trail-of-129185/

M2: Three-vehicle crash near junction 6 for Faversham

Traffic is mounting following a serious crash on the M2 this evening.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/three-vehicle-smash-on-m2-129226/

Limo catches fire on A289 Wainscott bypass

Emergency services were called after a limo reportedly carrying 16 children burst into flames.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/limo-catches-fire-on-busy-129225/

Lifeboat from Sheerness rescues sailor stranded at Isle of Grain

A seven-metre long yacht was found stranded high and dry on the base of a defence tower with one man aboard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/lone-sailor-rescued-from-martello-129224/

A2 Faversham Road: Motorcyclist injured in crash

A motorcyclist was treated at the scene of a crash on the A2 this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/biker-injured-in-crash-129222/

Police cordon off woods in Albatross Avenue, Strood

Officers have cordoned off a wooded area as they respond to concerns about a man's welfare.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-search-underway-for-distressed-129223/

Police cordon off woods in Albatross Avenue, Strood

Officers have cordoned off a wooded area as they respond to concerns about a man's welfare.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-cordon-off-woods-129216/

Arts minister John Glen asked by Dover MP Charlie Elphicke to save Banksy Brexit mural

An MP has gone straight to the government to keep a stunning Banksy artwork in his town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/mp-goes-to-arts-minister-129215/

M20 delays after police incident at J8 for Leeds Castle

Traffic is slow on a Kent motorway after a lane was closed by police.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/motorway-delays-due-to-police-129214/

Rail Accident Investigation Branch launches probe after Broad Oak level crossing barriers fail

A passenger train sailed through a level crossing with the barriers still raised just seconds after an oblivious motorist drove over the tracks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/train-hurtles-over-crossing-with-129211/

A2 chocolate lorry fire sees social media meltdown

This morning saw a lorry full of chocolate bars go up in smoke on the A2 and the reaction on social media is hilarious.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/social-media-melt-down-after-129206/

Parents protest over Sure Start centre closures across Medway

Protests are due to be staged this evening against a council's plans to close children's centres.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/parents-to-protest-against-sure-129209/

Young homeless woman killed herself at Teynham station, inquest hears

An 18-year-old girl took her own life at a Kent railway station days before she was due to move in with her partner, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/homeless-teen-lay-down-in-front-of-train-129194/

Chatham's Historic Dockyard has been shortlisted for the RIBA Stirling Prize

Dockyard has been shortlisted for the prestigious national RIBA Stirling Prize.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/chatham-dockyard-shortlisted-for-top-129199/

Matthew Scott condemns failure of Kent Police to property record thousands of crimes as 'not good enough'

Kent's crime commissioner has condemned the force's recording of crimes as "not good enough" - after a damning inspection.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/police-recording-of-crimes-not-129201/

Schoolboy Haydn Smith blinded in one eye after being hit with biro

Police are investigating after a boy lost the sight in one eye when he was hit with a biro.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/schoolboy-blinded-in-freak-accident-129147/

Dog owners, Jade Oram and Matthe Oram from Gillingham charged with GBH

The owners of a dog put down after it was allegedly attacked by a man with a samurai sword, have been charged with causing GBH.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dog-owners-charged-with-assault-129195/

PDSA Pet Hospital in Gillingham Business Park is accepting emergencies only

A Pet Aid Hospital is closed and is accepting emergency cases only.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/pdsa-pet-hospital-closed-129192/

Sheep rescued from mud by RSPCA inspector in Newenden, Cranbrook

An animal charity worker was called to rescue a sheep trapped in a muddy dyke.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/this-sheeps-had-a-baaad-129190/

Otterpool Park: Shepway councillors approve MIPIM 2018 Cannes trip

Councillors approve a taxpayer-funded trip to an international conference to wave the flag for 12,000 home town scheme despite 'no volunteers' to go.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/councillors-back-business-trip-to-129188/

Hare Krishnas pass through Deal as part of five-day walk for peace

Monks from the Hare Krishna Temple in London are travelling through several Kent towns this week as part of a five-day walk for peace.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/hare-krishnas-respond-to-uk-129183/

Delays on A21 Sevenoaks bypass after crash

There were queues on a major route after a car was involved in an accident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/delays-after-car-overturns-129181/

Accident on the Dartford Crossing

A motorway lane has been closed due to an accident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/accident-on-busy-bridge-129173/

Two car crash on M2 between Chatham and Strood is causing delays

A two-car crash on the M2 is causing delays for motorists.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-car-rash-on-motorway-129174/

Police incident closes A251 Faversham Road, Ashford

A road has been closed both ways this morning after a police incident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/police-incident-shuts-road-129170/

Ice cream trader Rio's ordered to move from plot outside Hythe Imperial Hotel

A business that has been a fixture of a seafront for 59 years has been ordered to shift to a new location - just 100 metres down the road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/council-forces-ice-cream-van-129126/

Mystery water leak at St Peter’s Church in Folkestone

Holes in roof that baffled experts for decades are thought to have been caused by bullets from German Messerschmitt planes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/mystery-leak-solved-after-75-years-129133/

Maidstone Museum 'haunted' says Witchfinder General Matthew Hopkins

Visitors and staff to a Kent museum have been spooked by ghostly goings on, which one sceptic thinks may be linked to the building's past.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/17th-century-spirit-haunting-museum-129143/

Derek Wild jailed for attacking girlfriend at her home in Gravesend

It took the skill of a distinguished surgeon to repair some of the damage caused by a dad's violent attack on his partner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-smashed-in-girlfriends-face-129160/

Tom Webb walking from Sheppey to Brighton in

A man is to embark on a poignant 67-mile walk in memory of his daughter who was stillborn.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/this-has-been-the-most-129164/

Henry Bolton confirms he will stand to become the next leader of Ukip

A Kent politician and former police and crime commissioner candidate has confirmed he will stand in the battle to become the next leader of Ukip.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/bolton-will-stand-for-ukip-129163/

Ashford: Crash closes lane near Drovers roundabout

Delays are being reported after a rush-hour crash in Ashford.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/lane-reopen-after-crash-near-129162/

Merlins nightclub at Leysdown temporarily closed down by police

A pub and nightclub has had its licence suspended after it refused to hand over CCTV footage of an assault to police.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/seaside-pub-has-its-licence-129157/

Ramsgate: Crash involving a car and a bike

Police have taped off a road following a crash and a man has been taken to hospital.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/road-closed-following-crash-129153/

Folkestone: Naked man jailed after threatening muslims outside Folkestone Mosque

Muslims were left hiding in fear inside a mosque as a man hurled abuse and threatened to hurt them before stripping off and exposing himself.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/muslims-hid-inside-mosque-after-129137/

Voodoo ex-nurse jailed for inciting hatred against police and applauding acts of terrorism, in Folkestone

A voodoo practicing ex-nurse is behind bars for inciting violence against police and congratulating the killer of murdered officer Keith Palmer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/voodoo-ex-nurse-jailed-for-inciting-129148/

MP criticised after praising NHS and accusing Labour of weaponising health service

An MP has been targeted on social media after using Prime Minister's Questions to praise the NHS.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/mp-accuses-labour-of-weaponising-129144/

Maidstone: Marsham Street disturbance lands two people in hospital

Two people have been taken to hospital following reports of a 'disturbance'.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/two-taken-to-hospital-after-129139/

Spurned lover Mark Peterkin avoids jail for harassment campaign of Strood family

A spurned lover who mounted a campaign of harassment against his former partner, her parents and the family business has narrowly avoided jail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/cyber-stalker-avoids-jail-129131/

Southeastern line: MPs join forces to fight for less overcrowding and better ticket prices

MPs are calling on the government to take action to ensure better train services and less overcrowding when the next Kent rail operator is announced.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mps-unite-to-fight-for-129136/

West Malling: Residents who helped clean up after travellers left playing fields told to seek medical advice

Community-minded residents who helped clean up a playing field after travellers decamped have been told to seek medical advice.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/residents-told-to-seek-medical-129129/

Darent Valley Hospital warns of staff shortages as Brexit hits

A hospital has warned it could face a staffing crisis as Brexit makes it more difficult to employ nurses from the continent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/hospital-warns-of-staff-shortages-129128/

Ashford couple claim Just Desserts delivery driver ate their food in his car

A couple who claim a takeaway delivery driver ate their food in his car were shocked at the response when they complained.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/i-saw-him-eat-the-129114/

Tributes to Deal Carnival regular Popeye otherwise known as Ron Everett from Hastings

The crowd will notice a familiar face missing in carnivals around Kent following the passing of everyone’s favourite sailor man Popeye.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/tributes-to-carnival-regular-popeye-129112/

Air ambulance called to Castle Hill estate in Ebbsfleet

Emergency services rushed to a new housing estate where it is believed the driver of a construction vehicle was injured.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/air-ambulance-called-to-new-129115/

The Met Office issues weather warning for rain to come in Kent

After a night of severe thunderstorms and flooding, we're being warned there could be more of the same to come.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/weather-warning-issued-as-kent-129113/

Margate: Woman airlifted to hospital after sea rescue

A woman was plucked from the sea after a major rescue operation involving police and coastguard rescue teams.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/woman-airlifted-to-hospital-after-129094/

Reduced funding forces Sir Roger Manwood’s School in Sandwich to cut its hours

A top secondary school has been forced to shorten its hours on a Friday due to crippling budget cuts.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/reduced-funding-forces-school-to-129095/

Thunderstorms affects pool building in Sheppey Leisure Complex

A leisure centre is closed to the public after severe thunderstorms hit electricity in the pool building.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/pool-complex-shut-after-thunderstorm-129090/

Maidstone: Borough Council to apply for court order to remove travellers from Gatland Recreation Ground

A council will today apply for a court order to move on travellers who were originally ordered to leave yesterday.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/council-to-apply-for-court-129089/

M2 crash: Three cars and lorry in accident on M2 London-bound between Gillingham and Rochester

Delays are building after a multi-vehicle crash on the M2 this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/lorry-and-three-cars-in-129086/

Sheppey: Lee Simpson on trial for attempted murder of his dad Peter in Warden

A man has denied attempting to murder his father during a reunion after 20 years after the break-up of his parents' marriage.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/estranged-son-stabbed-dad-14-times-129042/

Kent County Council launches Change4Life campaign to get children healthier

Families in Kent have been taking part in a fitness challenge to improve their diets as one in five children in Kent start primary school overweight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/fitness-progress-caught-on-camera-129044/

Eastgate House in Rochester opens to public after revamp

An Elizabethan building famously referenced in Charles Dickens’ novels can now be fully viewed for the first time in three decades.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/historic-house-opens-after-21-129075/

M2 crash between junction 5 for Sittingbourne and junction 6 for Faversham

Police and paramedics were called to an accident that led to massive queues of traffic building up.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/crash-causes-m2-delays-129076/

Dover TAP permanent 40mph limit ends on A20 between Dover and Folkestone

A controversial low speed restriction on a key road is finished.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/snails-pace-speed-limit-ends-129065/

Maidstone: Midhurst Court evacuated after scaffolding collapse and causes gas leak

A tower block has been evacuated this evening after scaffolding collapsed and cracked a gas main.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/footpath-sealed-off-following-incident-129067/

Sheppey: Crash closes Queenborough Road, Halfway, in both directions

Emergency services are at the scene of an accident that has shut a key route in both directions.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/delays-as-crash-shuts-busy-129066/

Family from Smallhythe, Tenterden, looking for Audi Q7 after Gatwick parking firm disappears

A young family with a disabled baby who were left stranded at Gatwick after the collapse of a car parking firm, say they feel let down by police.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/family-stranded-at-gatwick-129060/

Police arrest Strood woman, 18, in Pembury Way, Rainham

A young woman has been accused of defrauding people after allegedly posing as a door-to-door charity collector.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-arrested-after-posing-as-129057/

Sheerness lifeboat crew rescue two sailors at Upnor

Two sailors who fell out of a rubber dinghy have been rescued after setting off four distress flares.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/boat-drama-as-men-fall-129054/

Bangs heard across Hythe, Saltwood and Seabrook

Residents have reported hearing several loud bangs across towns and villages in Kent this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/series-of-bangs-heard-across-129046/

Kent County Council warns three schools on coaching pupils for 11-plus

Three schools in Kent have been warned following claims they were breaching rules which forbid coaching pupils for the 11-plus.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/schools-warned-over-coaching-11-plus-129047/

Arrests after report of gang rape at Eureka Sun Club in Fawkham

Two men have been arrested following claims a woman was assaulted by up to five people in a caravan at a members' club where clothing is optional.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/arrests-after-naturist-club-gang-129039/

Derek Murphy reveals why he voted against Conservatives over 15% allowance increase

The Conservative councillor who broke ranks in a vote over a 15% increase in members' pay has revealed why he rebelled.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/revealed-lone-tory-rebel-over-129043/

Cannabis resin worth £11.3 million seized by Border Force at Dover, man in Hythe arrested

Border Force officers have stopped a major drugs smuggling bid.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/cannabis-worth-113-million-seized-129041/

Two men rescued by Sheerness RNLI inshore lifeboat crew after falling into River Medway near Upnor

Two men have been rescued from a river after they fell out of a rubber dinghy.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-men-rescued-from-river-129038/

Anthony Goodwin denies murdering neighbour Henry Messenger in Faversham

A man has denied murdering his neighbour, who is thought to have suffered 18 hammer blows before he died.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/man-denies-murdering-elderly-neighbour-129036/

Maidstone: North Street in Sutton Valence closed after four vehicle crash

A road has been closed after two lorries and two cars crashed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/road-shut-after-four-vehicle-129025/

John Buchanan denies murdering Michael Ward, known as Archie in Ramsgate

A man is due to face a jury trial next year after he denied murdering a man who collapsed in a street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-faces-trial-after-denying-129028/

Maidstone: Bogus caller warning after incidents in Mereworth and Coxheath

Villagers are being warned about doorstep criminals following reports of suspicious callers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/villagers-warned-about-bogus-callers-129024/

A lorry and car have crashed on roundabout on Hoath Way, Gillingham

A lorry has crashed into the side of a mini on a busy road this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/crash-on-busy-roundabout-129022/

Swanley and Bexley identified by Zoopla as property 'hot spots'

According to latest figures, house prices in these parts of the county have increased significantly.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/two-kent-towns-are-property-129018/

University of Kent Canterbury graduates attempt mortar board throwing world record

A graduation ceremony has ended with more than 400 students and academic staff throwing their mortar boards in the air to try and set a world record.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/hats-off-to-students-bizarre-129014/

Firefighters free woman trapped in car after crash in Princes Avenue, Walderslade

Firefighters rescued a woman who was trapped inside a car after the vehicle crashed into bushes at the side of a busy main road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-freed-after-crash-129019/

Herne Bay: Masonic hall in Cecil Park broken into days after St Mary's church targeted

Police are investigating after a masonic hall was broken into - just days after a church in the same area was also targeted.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/thieves-break-into-masonic-hall-129012/

Mereworth: A228 Malling Road between Kings Hill and Mereworth closed

A busy road has been closed this morning after a vehicle overturned.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/road-closed-after-car-overturns-129011/

Emergency services called to crashed black BMW in Marine Parade, Sheerness

Emergency services at scene of crash where BMW has hit speed camera warning sign.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/bmw-smashes-into-speed-camera-129009/

Kent win more than 30 Green Flag Awards for parks and gardens

Nature lovers in Kent are sure to be celebrating today after parks and gardens across the county have been recognised for their excellence.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/kent-recognised-for-fantastic-parks-129007/

Kent: Primark recalls flip-flops containg cancer-causing chemical

Primark has recalled thousands of flip-flops following concerns that they may contain dangerous levels of a cancer-causing chemical.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/primark-recalls-flip-flops-containing-cancer-causing-129002/

Election Commission to investigate claims of double voting in election

A watchdog has voiced its concerns some voters, including students in Canterbury, may have voted twice in the general election.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/watchdog-to-investigate-troubling-double-129001/

Crash between car and motorbike on M20 London-bound between junctions 5 and 4

Emergency crews are giving a motorcyclist medical attention at the scene of a crash on the M20.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/motorbike-and-car-crash-on-129000/

Folkestone: David's letter to Sally found on Dover-Sandwich road

A poignant handwritten note in which a man declares his love for a woman in a 'last farewell' has been found in a suitcase by the roadside.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/soul-baring-letter-found-18-years-128968/

Dogs Trust investigation shows pups being smuggled in to Kent

An animal charity is calling for urgent action after an investigation revealed pups are being smuggled in to England via Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mans-best-friend-got-a-128971/

Hoo mum Tania Sullivan and daughter Caitlin sponsor family in Uganda

Two sponsors who adopted a poverty-stricken African family met them for the first time during an emotional trip.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/mum-and-daughters-emotional-mercy-128975/

Crash in Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood

Fire crews used specialist equipment to free a man following a crash on a main road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/man-cut-from-vehicle-after-128998/

Margate: Homes evacuated after tumble dryer fire

Homes have been evacuated after a tumble dryer went up in flames in Margate this evening.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/tumble-dryer-blaze-sees-homes-128997/

Stanhope, Ashford: Two arrested and large amount of cocaine seized

Two people were arrested and a large amount of cocaine was during a police operation in a Kent town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/tens-of-thousands-of-pounds-128996/

Police release e-fit of Whitstable burglary suspect

Police have released a e-fit of a man they want to identify after he was found snooping around a house.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/man-finds-burglar-in-home-128993/

M20: Delays after trailer overturns between junctions 7 and 8

Commuters are facing lengthy delays this evening after a trailer jackknifed earlier.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/motorway-delays-after-trailer-jackknifes-128991/

Michael Furnell, 22, of Pearl House in Sheerness Broadway, charged following burglary of Jet Petrol Station in Acorn Street

A 22-year-old has been charged with assaulting a police officer, possession of cannabis and burgling a petrol station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/man-charged-with-tyre-theft-128987/

Maidstone Studios to host first ever panto with Amelia Lily who is set to enter Celebrity Big Brother

The star of this year's panto in one Kent town is to be cheered into the Celebrity Big Brother house.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/panto-set-for-boosted-sales-128985/

Maidstone: Lorry driver stopped on M20 between junctions 7 and 5 after being caught watching DVD

A lorry driver has been charged with careless driving after being caught watching a DVD while travelling on the M20.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/lorry-driver-caught-watching-dvd-128984/

Herne Bay: Thieves break into St Mary's church in Reculver

Several charity boxes were emptied when thieves broke into a church after smashing through a window.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/thieves-swipe-cash-in-church-128983/

Elderly woman hit by car in Maidstone Road, Chatham, is now in stable condition

A woman in her 80s who was hit by a car was treated at the roadside for 90 minutes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/elderly-woman-in-stable-condition-128980/

Coast-bound M2 slip road to Stockbury Roundabout A249 shut after lorry overturns

A slip road off one of the busiest motorways in Kent has been shut after a lorry went onto its side.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/motorway-slip-road-shut-due-128981/

Bethersden taxi attack: Girls charged with assault

Two teenage girls have been charged after an alleged assault on a taxi driver.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/girls-charged-after-taxi-attack-128976/

Andrzej Krasnodebski of Poland jailed for smuggling nine million cigarettes in air filters into Dover

A lorry driver is now in prison for trying to smuggle cigarettes in air filters.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/trucker-jailed-for-smuggling-nine-128969/

Police make arrest following car chase from Bob Dunn Way to Crossways Boulevard in Dartford

The driver is suspected of being under influence and having no insurance, plus two other offences.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/arrest-after-car-chase-128974/

Julian Brazier attacks Labour's student fees promise after losing Canterbury seat

Former MP Julian Brazier has attacked Labour's student fees promise - after it was revealed it was really only "an ambition".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/ex-mp-brazier-hits-out-at-128973/

Man from Gillingham arrested on suspicion of rape after an incident in Weedswood, Chatham

A police appeal put on Kentonline on Friday resulted in a man handing himself into police later that night and he was arrested on suspicion of rape

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-128972/

Dartford Tunnel partly shut due to broken down lorry

Delays are expected after the west bore of the Dartford Tunnel shut due to a broken down lorry.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/tunnel-shut-at-crossing-128970/

Bogus policemen scam elderly woman in Hall Road, Dartford

Two men posing as police stole cash from an elderly woman after convincing her that her husband had been arrested.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/bogus-policemen-trick-woman-into-128965/

The tenth Folkestone Sandcastle Competition took place at Sunny Sands

Dragons, sea creatures and entire villages were sculpted in sand and it was all in aid of a worthy cause.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/super-sand-sculptures-liven-up-128942/

Tunbridge Wells: Slaves to stage fifth anniversary gig for SCBT at The Forum

Kent punk band Slaves are staging a fifth anniversary gig to mark their first release back where they recorded it in the county.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/tunbridge-wells-slaves-go-back-to-where-it-all-began-128962/

Artist Tracey Emin's controversial artwork My Bed is coming to Margate

Tracey Emin's controversial art installation My Bed will be displayed in one of the county's galleries.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/world-famous-25m-artwork-coming-128960/

Canterbury train delays at Canterbury East as lorry smashed into railway bridge

A lorry transporting heavy machinery has crashed into a railway bridge causing delays for train passengers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/lorry-smashed-into-railway-bridge-128961/

Love Island contestant and Margate striker Mike Thalassitis awaits fate

Evicted Love Island contestant Mike Thalassitis won a reprieve on the TV reality show, but has he outstayed his welcome?

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/margate-striker-mike-thalassitis-awaits-128959/

Severe weather warning: Rain and thunderstorms set to hit Kent

Kent could see flooding, thunderstorms and heavy downpours after weather experts slapped a severe weather warning on the county.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/thunderstorms-and-downpours-heading-our-128958/

Medieval ghoul haunts Mexican restaurant in New Romney High Street

A faceless ghoul in medieval garb stalks the corridors of a restaurant, hiding ornaments, keys, and even whispering his name into the owner’s ear.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/medieval-ghoul-haunts-mexican-restaurant-128852/

Maidstone: Travellers on Gatland Recreation Ground in Fant

Caravans have been spotted on a community recreation ground.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/travellers-on-community-recreation-ground-128955/

PC Spencer to face police disciplinary hearing after admitting groping woman in Ashford nightclub

A police officer who admitted groping a woman in a nightclub faces a disciplinary hearing this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/cop-faces-disciplinary-after-groping-128954/

Victoria Park and Watercress Fields in Ashford earmarked for National Lottery funding

Two popular parks in the county have been picked to receive extra cash from the National Lottery.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/parks-earmarked-for-huge-amount-128948/

Kenneth Noye: Stephen Cameron's father Ken calls on the government to block killer's prison move

The father of a 21-year-old killed in a road rage attack by Kenneth Noye has called for the government to block his move to an open prison.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/he-should-die-in-prison-128946/

Dottie the diabetes dog is life-saver after sniffing out owner's 'hypos'

A Labrador that sniffs out low blood sugar has become a life-saver for her 10-year-old owner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/dottie-becomes-life-saving-watchdog-128850/

Herne Bay: Coplan Estates close to agreeing deal with hotel chain for William Street car park

Bosses behind a multi-million pound town centre regeneration say they are close to agreeing a deal to build a four-storey hotel on a car park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/deal-close-for-15m-car-128861/

Council to supply update on A28 widening project

Further details on a £32m road widening scheme go on show this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/a28-widening-project-put-under-128863/

Police called after bullies target Malling School pupil Aimee Birke

Police were called after a 16-year-old girl had her face superimposed onto film posters for a movie about suicide by boys in her school.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/bullies-tell-teenager-to-slit-128885/

Crash on M20 London-bound between junction 9 for Ashford and Faversham and junction 8 for Leeds Castle and Maidstone Services

A busy motorway is reportedly closed due to an accident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/motorway-closed-following-crash-128941/

Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra performs at Rochester Castle Proms to close Castle Concerts series

Music played and flags waved as a night at the proms marked the finale of a series of concerts.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fireworks-and-cannons-at-castle-128928/

Woman slaps 'abusive' child to the floor in Herne Bay High Street - residents voice mixed reaction

Reports of a woman slapping an 'abusive' teenager in the face, knocking her off her feet, have received a mixed reaction.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/woman-slaps-abusive-child-to-128929/

Councillors have raised an important issue about who represents us...so why did they wait until after the election?

The public outcry over that 15% pay rise for members is to be expected but it masks a genuine challenge

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/blogs/paul-francis/kent-county-council-is-right-128927/

Sixties singers Mike and Dave Berry sell-out Criterion Theatre, Blue Town

Veteran sixties singers Mike and Dave Berry turned up for a double-bill at a 90-seat Kent theatre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/review-two-berries-rock-kent-128922/

Claims students in Canterbury voted twice in general election

A Kent council has admitted it is possible some people voted twice in a Kent constituency that produced a shock general election result.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/students-bragged-of-voting-twice-128843/

Maidstone: Kidney patient Andrew Wilson died without dialysis

Questions need to be answered after a seriously ill man was left without treatment for three days, says a coroner.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/seriously-ill-patient-left-without-128844/

Thugs’ sentences are too light, says Akon Security boss Oli Nonis

A security firm boss has slammed light court sentences handed down to thugs and drunks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/thugs-sentences-are-too-light-128848/

Shepway District Council's new parking measures a 'disgrace'

An authority this week unveiled proposals to introduce new on-street pay and display spaces

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/councils-new-parking-measures-a-128907/

power cut plunges 1,475 homes into darkness, in Sturry, Canterbury

A total of 1,475 homes are without power in Kent following a technical fault on underground cables.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/power-cut-plunges-1475-homes-128909/

Concern for Kent in fire ‘postcode lottery’ in wake of Grenfell Tower tragedy

The Fire Brigades Union has raised concerns about the ability of fire crews in Kent to respond to blazes in tower blocks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/concern-for-kent-in-fire-128908/