Ofsted downgrades £38k a year school

A school for children with special needs has been downgraded by inspectors to "inadequate".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/ofsted-downgrades-38k-a-year-school-132895/

Mings takeaway restaurant job advert ‘was discriminatory’

A restaurant has taken down a job advert that was branded discriminatory after it asked for a young woman recruit.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/takeaway-accused-over-discriminatory-job-132906/

Miracle teenager Jake Rafferty gives thumbs up to alternative cancer treatment

A desperately sick teenager is fighting against the odds - despite his parents being told 16 times he was about to die.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/miracle-teen-jake-survives-cancer-132911/

Crash closes A249 in both directions near Stockbury

Police, fire crews and ambulances are at the scene of a three-vehicle collision.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/crash-closes-major-road-in-132961/

Police appeal after man stabbed in Vicarage Road, Strood

The victim is in a serious condition in a London hospital.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-appeal-after-man-stabbed-132959/

Fire crews called to van fire on Dartford Heath

No injuries reported after engine goes up in flames.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/van-catches-fire-at-heath-132958/

Crash near Bluewater leads to two lane closures.on A2

One person has been taken to hospital following a collision last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/crash-leads-to-two-lane-132946/

Sheppey: Grzegorz Grzelinski admits harassment

A drunken man saw red and threatened to throw acid over his flatmate and kill her after she spurned his advances.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/rejected-man-threatened-to-kill-woman-132879/

Sheerness branch of East Kent Mencap trashed by intruder

An intruder caused damage costing thousands of pounds after breaking into a building belonging to a charitable organisation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/fireplace-ripped-out-of-charitys-home-132929/

Mum demands action after roundabout collapses at Riverside Country Park in Gillingham

A mum is demanding safety procedures are improved after her 10-year-old son suffered a fractured kneecap while playing at a council-owned play area.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/boy-traumatised-after-roundabout-collapse-132935/

Margate: Louise Hampton wins kmfm's Thousand Pound Friday competition

A Kent woman got her weekend off to a perfect start after being chosen at random as the winner of a £1,000 cash prize.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/kmfm-listener-wins-a-grand-132940/

Changes proposed at Simpsons Crossing in Bobbing

New safety measures are being planned for a level crossing, but officials would eventually like to see it shut and replaced with a footbridge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/dangerous-rail-crossing-could-be-closed-132937/

Water leak in St Michael's Road, Sittingbourne, after workers hit main

Workers digging up a town centre road as part of regeneration works pierced a water pipe.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/town-centre-flood-after-workers-132934/

Latest news from courts around Kent

Here are the latest convictions to go through Kent's courts recently.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/latest-convictions-from-the-countys-132896/

Kent's Henry Bolton becomes latest Ukip leader

A Kent politician has won his bid to take over the leadership of one of the UK’s biggest parties.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/new-ukip-leader-announced-132924/

Tunbridge Wells: Air ambulance called to High Brooms area after medical emergency

The air ambulance was called to a medical emergency this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/air-ambulance-called-to-medical-132930/

Maidstone: Appeal after 11-year-old approached by stranger near Mid-Kent College

Police are appealing for information after a young girl was approached outside a school and asked to get into a stranger's car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/appeal-after-attempted-child-snatch-132928/

Tribute to breakdown driver Steven Godbold, from Chatham, killed in M25 crash

The family of a breakdown worker who was hit and killed by a lorry while standing on the hard shoulder say he will be sorely missed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/tributes-to-recovery-driver-killed-132922/

Squash tournament for Alex Quealy who took his own life

Friends of a young man who took his own life are hoping to keep his memory alive by raising thousands of pounds for a mental health charity.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/squash-event-in-memory-of-alex-quealy-132880/

Marden: Naked man spotted near station performing indecent act

Police were called after a naked man was spotted performing an indecent act near a railway station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/naked-man-spotted-near-station-132912/

Ashford: Witnesses wanted over archery club theft

Police are appealing for witnesses after a range of dangerous equipment has been stolen from an archery club.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/witnesses-wanted-over-archery-club-132913/

Maidstone: Hole appears in Loose Road

Highways officers are working to repair a stretch of main road today after a sinkhole appeared in the carriageway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/hole-appears-in-main-road-132900/

Romney Marsh: Fire crews tackle house and barn blaze

More than 30 firefighters are currently tackling a large blaze at a farmhouse property.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/fire-crews-tackle-farm-blaze-132903/

Mum Abby Jones targeted in drive-by flour bomb attack in Loose

Police are investigating after a pregnant mum was targeted in a drive-by flour bomb attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/flour-bomb-yobs-could-have-caused-132848/

Funding of £80,000 secured for historic Leas Lift

A new company set up to get the Leas Lift up and running again has secured £80,000 for the project.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/funding-of--80000-secured-132893/

Care home worker Elaine Graham, from Dover, convicted of mistreating patients

A care home team leader has been convicted after repeatedly shoving a flannel in a patient's mouth and banging another resident's head against a wall.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/care-home-worker-mistreated-residents-132894/

White Cliffs of Dover National Trust appeal hits £1 million target

The future of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover has been secured after a public appeal raised £1 million in just three weeks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/appeal-to-save-white-cliffs-132884/

51 ways to Brexit-proof your business

Bosses can discover the best ways to prepare for Britain’s exit from the EU with our guide compiled with leading figures from the county.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/51-ways-to-brexit-proof-your-business-132878/

Former soldier and Kent man Henry Bolton will discover today if he has won Ukip leadership race

A Kent politician is in the frame to take up the job as the next leader of Ukip, which is set to be announced today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/ukip-will-announce-who-will-132881/

Erain Downes missing from Ashford

Police have issued a public appeal to find a 16-year-old girl who has not been seen for three days.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/appeal-to-find-missing-teen-132883/

Salvation Army closes Sheerness church after nearly 140 years of serving the Isle of Sheppey

Dwindling numbers force the Salvation Army to close its church in a Kent town. Leaders admit packed last service was too little, too late.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/salvation-army-closes-its-doors-132874/

Kent Halloween fright night film screenings for adults this October including IT, Psycho and The Woman in Black

No longer just for trick-or-treaters, there's Halloween horror for grown-ups with fright night film screenings across Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/kent-halloween-fright-night-film-screenings-it-psycho-rocky-horror-132725/

Camera bought in Margate for £60 sells for £20,000 on Antique's Road Trip

A "spectacularly rare" camera bought for just £60 in a Kent second-hand shop has sold for a staggering £20,000 on BBC's Antiques Road Trip.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/camera-bought-for-60-sells-132728/

Here are nine things you can do after pay day in Kent

Wages just dropped in the bank? Here's some first class ideas for how to live like a VIP in Kent this weekend

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/its-payday-here-are-nine-things-to-do-in-kent-132844/

Clubbers try to barge their way into Steinbeck and Shaw in Canterbury

Police had to be called after people grew impatient as they failed to gain entry into a popular nightspot.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/revellers-try-to-force-their-way-into-club-132850/

Thousand Pound Friday: How you could win with kmfm

Do you want to know how you can start the weekend with an extra grand in your pocket?

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/celebrate-friday-with-1000-132858/

Funeral of Jack Whichello who died in motorbike crash near Herne Bay

Hundreds of bikers are expected to join the funeral of a 20-year-old man who died when his bike hit a tree on a notorious road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/remember-him-with-a-smile-132861/

Things to do this weekend for all the family in Kent

We've come up with seven spot-on ideas to try with the family this weekend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/seven-things-to-make-your-weekend-in-kent-132869/

McDonald's at Ashford Designer Outlet to close in November

Managers of a popular McDonald's have revealed when their restaurant is shutting to make way for a major development.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/mcdonalds-reveals-closure-date-132871/

Sittingbourne: Woman conned out of £4,000 by fake police officer

Police have warned people to beware of fraud after a woman was conned out of £4,000.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/fake-police-officer-cons-woman-132872/

Curry Garden restaurant in Dover High Street reopens after cockroaches removed

A restaurant has re-opened after a clear-out of vermin.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/all-clear-for-restaurant-after-cockroach-132846/

Sukru Ahmet of UK Chicken Doner and Poultry jailed after selling 'unfit' doner chicken

A meat supplier has been jailed after he was found with six metric tonnes of "unfit" poultry destined for kebab shops.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/kebab-meat-supplier-jailed-for-unfit-poultry-132866/

Maidstone: Man arrested at Maidstone West Station on suspicion of indecent exposure

A 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure on a train.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/alleged-train-flasher-arrested-132862/

Court of Appeal to reconsider sentence of Leonard Pettifer for killing Michael Copleston in M20 crash

The Attorney General has ordered a re-think over the 'unduly lenient' sentence handed to a pensioner who killed a biker while driving the wrong way.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/top-lawyer-orders-re-think-over-132859/

Chapel Down dismisses fears of frost damage to harvest and reports growing wine and beer sales in first half of 2017

A wine and beer maker has increased revenues by a fifth in six months and dismissed concerns April frosts have affected this year's grape crop.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/chapel-down-wine-beer-sales-grow-first-half-2017-expects-good-harvest-despite-april-frost-132833/

Judge throws out claim council breached duty of care over Julia Knight's fall in King Street

A council did not breach its duty of care to a disabled woman who fell from a refurbished kerb, fracturing her hand, a judge has ruled.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/fall-claim-dismissed-132845/

Kent Air Ambulance lands on field next to school on the Isle of Grain

The air ambulance has landed on a playing field next to a school.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/air-ambulance-lands-on-playing-132853/

Park climbing frame ripped up by vandals at Jeskyns Woodland

Park rangers have slammed vandals who took apart a climbing frame and tried to set fire to it.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/woodland-climbing-frame-ripped-up-132851/

Ashford: A252 between Charing and Chilham could get £2.8m improvement

A major route included on a list of the country’s most dangerous roads is in line for a multi-million pound improvement.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/dangerous-road-could-get-3m-132842/

Canterbury: War Horse by the National Theatre at the Marlowe Theatre will return to the theatre in 2019

Theatre bosses currently hosting the National Theatre's production of War Horse, have announced it will return - but it's a long wait!

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/canterbury-war-horse-tickets-at-the-marlowe-returning-in-two-years-132839/

Not guilty pleas as Neil Taylor and Daniel Fox appear accused of murdering James O'Rourke

Not guilty pleas have been entered after two men appeared in court accused of murdering a man found half-naked in a block of flats.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/murder-suspects-appear-in-court-132841/

Tributes to Frank Gore after body found in woodland

Friends have been paying tribute to a popular pensioner whose body was found in woodland a week after he went missing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/tributes-paid-to-pensioner-found-132837/

Trio accused of murder at flats in Shipwrights Avenue, Chatham, due in court

Three people accused of murdering a man at a block of flats will appear in court today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/trio-due-in-court-accused-132838/

Fundraiser for Hawkhurst crash victim Chelsea-Rose Betts' funeral

A fundraising page has been set up to fund the funeral of a teenager who died after a horror crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/fundraiser-to-pay-for-teens-132836/

Thug Graham Troup, of Constitution Road, Chatham, jailed for eight years

A thug who repeatedly stabbed a man in the head, arms and hands in an unprovoked attack has been jailed for eight years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/thug-jailed-for-unprovoked-stabbing-132831/

Teens arrested at Tonbridge Station on suspicion of grievous bodily harm

A train was stopped at a Kent station last night so two teenagers could be arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/train-halted-for-arrests-132829/

Power cut in Ramsgate leaves homes without electricity

Engineers have worked through the night to restore electricity to more than 2,000 homes after part of Kent was rocked by a substation blast.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/thousands-left-without-electricity-132819/

Tilbury Power Station chimneys to topple in seventh controlled explosion

You may not need to bother setting an alarm for the morning as an almighty boom is set to ring across the Thames at about 8am.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/huge-explosion-expected-as-tilbury-132769/

Kentish regional dialect - quiz on how many local words you know and how Kentish is your accent

From shuckish to nabbler... take our quiz to find out how many traditional Kentish words you know.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/how-kentish-is-your-accent-132787/

Uber driver Dada Adejumo seeks rethink on TfL decision not to renew firm's licence

A Kent Uber driver who can earn around £1,400 a week is hoping for a re-think on the firm's London "ban".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/meet-the-uber-driver-praying-132809/

Shocked runners mourn leader Justine Barringer who inspired them

Shocked running club enthusiasts have paid tribute to a popular member who died while scuba diving abroad.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/tributes-to-popular-runner-who-132813/

James Mitchell formerly of Sittingbourne Christmas Lights Association faces more time behind bars for sex offence

A former Christmas lights association chief - who is already behind bars for horrific sex offences - faces further time in jail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/jailed-sex-abuser-faces-more-132814/

Routine stop at Dover Docks uncovers arsenal of weapons

A Czech national has been jailed for five years after being caught with loaded weapons in his vehicle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/music-teacher-had-two-loaded-132812/

Whelks caught in crossfire of Korean peninsula tensions

The war of words surrounding the Korean peninsula could have do serious damage to Kent's whelk industry. Here's why.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/how-heightened-tensions-in-korea-132810/

A20 closed outside Dover

A three-vehicle crash is causing problems for motorists tonight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/a20-crash-closes-road-132807/

Harry Ramsden's leaves the Ashford Designer Outlet

A popular store in the Ashford designer outlet has confirmed it is closing ... tonight!

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/harry-ramsden-designer-outlet-132800/

Rape victim Kirsty Screene speaks out after attacker Jamie Taylor is sentenced

A brave victim has spoken out about her 11-year nightmare at the hands of her boyfriend, who repeatedly raped her.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/brave-rape-victim-speaks-out-to-132782/

Drivers face on-the-spot fines for parking in restricted areas when dropping off children at school

Rogue drivers could be slapped with on-the-spot fines if they park in restricted areas when dropping off their children at school.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/crackdown-on-school-run-parents-132799/

Tenterden: Jewellery stolen in antiques shop raid in High Street

Thieves broke into an antiques shop, swiping historic jewellery and silverware.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/historic-jewellery-stolen-in-raid-132795/

Rasak Osomo in court accused of attempted murder after knife incident near Heath Lane school

A man has appeared in court accused of attempted murder, after a man wearing a balaclava was allegedly spotted with a knife near a school.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-in-court-accused-of-attempted-murder-132798/

Chatham: Xavier Atuah-Ansu charged after 'hit and run', as victim Dorota Paskuvic remains in coma

A second man has been charged following an alleged hit and run, as the victim, who remains in a coma, is named for the first time.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/hit-and-run-second-charge-132794/

Ashford fireworks: RSPCA probes bangs set off in sheep field

Police and animal welfare officers are probing reports that fireworks were set off in a sheep field

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/fireworks-set-off-in-sheep-132789/

Tyres slashed at Heathfield Road, Ashford

More than a dozen residents in a housing estate have reported that their vehicle tyres were slashed overnight

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/tyres-slashed-in-housing-estate-132785/

Hawkhurst: Chelsea-Rose Ralph becomes third person to die after crash on Rye Road

A 16-year-old girl has died in hospital after a car crashed into a wall on a country lane, leaving two others dead.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/third-person-dies-after-horror-132761/

Rasak Osomo charged with attempted murder following knife incident that saw Dartford schools placed under lockdown

A man has been charged with attempted murder after a masked man was spotted with a knife outside a school.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-charged-with-attempted-murder-132772/

Roadworks on M2 between Chatham and Faversham for the next six weeks

Highways England will install a contraflow on the carraigeway while the work is being carried out.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/six-weeks-of-roadworks-on-132762/

KFC throws surprise birthday party for gran Rita at Sheppey restaurant

A gran who has worked at KFC for almost four decades and served over six million pieces of chicken is celebrating her 60th birthday at the chain.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/its-finger-licking-good-for-gran-132768/

Woman tricked into buying two Rolex watches from Bluewater in latest instance of courier fraud in Kent

A person pretending to be a police officer defrauded an elderly woman out of £53,000 by asking her to buy two premium watches from Bluewater.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/woman-asked-to-buy-premium-132764/

Police sargeant Paul Coughlan charged with cell assault at Canterbury station

A police sargeant has been accused of hitting a suspect while he was held in custody.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/cop-charged-with-cell-assault-132759/

Margate: Woman in her 50s found dead at Invicta House

A woman in her 50s has been found dead after police were called following concerns for her welfare.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/woman-in-her-50s-found-132757/

Margate: Fire crews called to fire at Dane Valley allotments

The fire service was called to a 'massive allotment fire', which is believed to have been started deliberately.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/fire-crews-tackle-allotment-blaze-132754/

Kent couple raise £10,000 for bereavement suite QEQM Hospital

The tragic loss of a child has inspired a mum and dad to raise money to ensure better hospital facilities for grieving parents.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/couple-who-lost-baby-raise-money-for-kent-hospital-132686/

White Lodge care home in Margate Care to close after being rated 'inadequate'

A couple say they have been forced out of business by a watchdog because of some paperwork was not up to standard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/inadequate-care-home-closing-down-132718/

Sevenoaks: Benjamin Christie jailed for arson attack on family home

An arsonist 'recklessly endangered' the lives of his mum and sister when he torched his bedroom after taking a cocktail of drugs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-set-fire-to-home-jailed-132726/

Rocksalt restaurant in Folkestone paid customer taken to hospital

An award-winning restaurant has denied responsibility for a man ending up in hospital with suspected food poisoning - despite paying him thousands.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/top-restaurant-paid-ill-customer-thousands-132731/

Enlighten your outdoor garden space with rattan garden furniture

What can be more wonderful than welcoming your guests for alfresco lunches during summers and springs? And yes, what better than to deck up your outdoor recreational space with rattan garden furniture. They are a great choice when you want to look for something different than the regular indoor dining tables. So, renovate your garden space with the super stylish and highly functional rattan garden dining sets.

How to deck up your outdoor space with rattan furniture?

Rattan or should we say natural rattan is now overpowered by synthetic rattan in terms of popularity and use. Over the years, the love for rattan outdoor garden furniture has only increased, thanks to the manufacturers who discovered HDPE that offers extreme versatility, functionality and above all looks extremely stylish and lasts longer than you could think of.

The first consideration that you should pay is the space for which you are thinking of decking up with rattan furniture. For the conservatories and the patio, you can well think of corner sofa sets or even a table and a chair or even a cube set would look awesome. Well, if it is garden space, then first measure the space and then look for the furniture.

The options in dining sets are immense. You can pick from round dining set, square, rectangle, cube or even corner set. if you just want to achieve a cosy space wherein you can soak in the sun reading your favourite book or spending some close moments with your friends or loved ones, you can well consider sofa sets where you can unwind and retire for the day bed. Day beds are also becoming quite popular for you need not require any parasol and you can still beat the sun and enjoy a small nap.

It is apt to call rattan outdoor garden furniture “Bold and Beautiful” for it is manufactured from the best quality HDPE. You can leave them outdoors for the entire rain even if it is raining, snowfall or harsh sun rays. Rattan furniture bravely faces all the vagaries of nature and still maintains its shine and elegance.

Today’s rattan furniture comes in various colours too. it is not just natural hues from which you have to make a choice, but today you can choose from black, grey, white and silver as well. If you want more colours, why not have colourful scatters that you can change as and when you want. The cushion covers are removable and even washable too.

At Brooks Rattan Garden Furniture, outdoor rattan garden furniture not only comes with extensive range but with the promise of best price and free shipping. Moreover, you also enjoy an extended 10 year all weather guarantee on the entire range.

Outdoor rattan garden furniture is definitely a stylish and at the same time an intelligent investment for the home owners who want to give a different look to their outdoor recreational space.

from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/09/outdoor-garden-space-rattan-garden-furniture.html

Car fire on Old Thanet Way at Greenhill roundabout

A driver had a lucky escape after his vehicle caught fire near a roundabout on a busy road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/car-bursts-into-flames-132743/

Heart attack victim from Kings Hill reunited with his saviours

A heart attack victim is backing a campaign to teach CPR after colleagues at a gym saved his life.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/steves-survival-a-tribute-to-132738/

Thanet criminals caught after nationwide investigation

Two men who carried out a string of burglaries in part of Kent have been jailed for a total of 13 years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/burglars-caught-by-dna-on-132739/

Met Police PC Ben Cassar fined £1,800 for fare evasion between Maidstone and Bromley

A police officer specialising in transport has been fined £1,800 after repeatedly skipping his train fare.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/pc-fined-1800-after-skipping-132740/

Chatham Town player to appear in BBC One's The Apprentice

Danny Grant will face the fierce Alan Sugar this autumn.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/chatham-town-fc-player-to-132732/

Colin Fisher jailed for downloading sex images of children and sex offences

A raid by police acting on suspicious online activity uncovered a massive haul of illegal photographs and videos of children at a man's home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-caught-with-nearly-900-child-sex-images-132737/

Man airlifted to hospital after industrial accident at Chatham Docks

A man suffered a suspected fractured leg when a heavy load fell on him at a dockyard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-airlifted-after-industrial-accident-132733/

Uncertainty over what a Labour government would do to Kent and Medway's grammar schools

Labour's views on the country's remaining grammar schools not spelled out

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/fate-of-kents-grammars-under-132729/

Joseph Bills charged in connection with death of Whitstable cyclist, David Thorman

Kent man is accused of taking cocaine and alcohol before fatal collision.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/man-appears-at-court-over-132722/

Smarden: Recycling operator fined over 'mattress mountain'

A recycling site operator has been fined a further £15,000 after failing to remove illegally dumped mattresses.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/man-fined-over-mattress-mountain-132720/

Ronnie Watkins, 2, gets head stuck in toilet seat in Greenhithe Asda

Supermarket staff were forced to fetch the butter when a little boy got his head stuck in a potty seat while his mother shopped.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/boy-2-gets-head-stuck-132719/

Appeal after man found dead on A2 near Canterbury

Police have issued an appeal after a young man was found dead in the middle of the A2, after apparently being hit by a vehicle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/appeal-after-body-found-on-132717/

Complaints raised over Ashford Parkrun runners

Mums with prams and elderly walkers have reported their concerns about inconsiderate runners brushing them aside at a weekly Parkrun event

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/pushed-out-by-parkrun-132714/

Potential scam sees residents targeted by 'deaf' people in Dartford

People in Kent are being warned of a potential scam which involves 'deaf' people door-stepping residents to ask them to buy pictures.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/scam-warning-after-deaf-people-132710/

Actor Tom Hardy features in advert filmed at Dreamland, Margate

Film favourite Tom Hardy has starred in an advert filmed at a Kent amusement park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/tom-hardy-spotted-at-dreamland-132712/

UK Chicken Doner and Poultry Ltd found with meat not fit for human consumption

A meat supplier to the kebab industry was caught with a freezer stocked with tonnes of poultry not fit for human consumption.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/doner-meat-supplier-found-with-132682/

Flats in Razorbill Close, Strood, evacuated after chip pan fire

A block of flats had to be evacuated after a chip pan fire broke out in one of the homes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/flats-evacuated-after-chip-pan-132709/

West Malling: Traffic jams after fight erupts on A228

Rush hour traffic was held up on a dual carriageway this morning after two men reportedly got in a fight on the carriageway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/fight-in-road-causes-jams-132705/

Jury discharged in Tunbridge Wells car park murder trial

The jury has been discharged in the trial of two men accused of murdering a rough sleeper by dousing him in barbecue fluid and setting him alight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/car-park-murder-trial-collapses-132672/

Jamie Taylor jailed for rapes in Folkestone and Maidstone

A former bouncer who carried out a series of humiliating and brutal rapes involving weapons has been locked up for 23 years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/serial-sex-attacker-jailed-for-132702/

Ebbsfleet Garden City: 600 homes to be built on the banks of the River Thames at Northfleet

Nearly 600 homes and a primary school are to be built on the banks of the River Thames.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/approval-for-major-riverside-development-132697/

Dealer, Stephen Hall from Wouldham found with drugs in Cliffe must pay £228,000

A drug dealer involved in the importation of heroin, cocaine and cannabis has been ordered to pay back more £228,000.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dealer-must-pay-back-228000-132693/

A2 closed after a serious accident

The A2 has reopened, several hours after a serious crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/main-road-closed-after-serious-132688/

Fly-tipping in Kent costs councils hundreds of thousands of pounds

Kent's borough and district councils are effectively pouring hundreds of thousands of pounds 'down the drain' because of rampant fly-tipping.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-councils-spend-thousands-clearing-fly-tipping-132292/

Sir Malcolm Campbell's Bluebird takes to Bewl Water

Sir Malcolm Campbell's Bluebird K3 hydroplane powerboat is set to take to the water again today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/bluebird-returns-to-the-water-132643/

Appeal to find hit and run driver who knocked down Viana Simmons

A hunt is underway for a motorist who sped off after hitting a teenage girl, leaving her lying in the road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/schoolgirl-sent-flying-by-hit-and-run-driver-132676/

Nurses from Philippines going for jobs at Medway Maritime Hospital fail English test

A hospital has suffered a setback in its attempts to take on nurses from overseas after nearly 90% of the first batch didn't pass a language test.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/nursing-recruits-fail-english-test-132681/

Health bosses find cash to ensure patients in Folkestone get to see a doctor

A town's MP has received assurances from health bosses that every patient at a GP surgery that is due to close will be given new doctor.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/patients-promised-they-will-get-132687/

Lucky victim rescued from River Thames

A person has reportedly been rescued from the river after falling into the Thames.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/emergency-services-conduct-river-rescue-132685/

Year 11: School sixth form and college open days in Kent and Medway

A complete guide to dates and times for school sixth forms and colleges across Kent and Medway

from KentOnline News http://www.mykentfamily.co.uk/primary/school-and-college-open-days-132653/

Acid attacker Fahad Abdi locked up for nine years after triple assault in Canterbury

A teenager who sprayed acid in the faces of three people has been branded a 'vicious and violent man' by a judge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/acid-attacker-locked-up-for-132683/

Police called to Heath Lane, Dartford, after man seen with a knife

Police have been called out near a school after a man was seen with a knife.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-seen-with-knife-near-132680/

Do you know who dumped these kittens on a playing field in New Road, Sheerness?

The RSPCA is appealing for information after two 16-week-old black kittens were found callously abandoned in a sealed box on a playing field.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/kittens-found-dumped-132677/

Duo arrested after fake firearms threat in Littlestone Road, New Romney

Armed police arrested two men following reports someone had been threatened with a gun.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/duo-arrested-after-fake-firearms-132678/

Folkestone: Three charged with kidnap and assault after alleged attack at Three Hills Sports Park

Police have charged three people on kidnap and assault charges after a man suffered facial injuries in a car park attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/three-charged-after-man-kidnapped-132679/

Unexploded ordnance, thought to be from Second World War, found on Walmer Beach

Unexploded ordnance, believed to be from the Second World War, was discovered on a beach.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/beach-sealed-off-after-unexploded-132674/

Kenny Kay in court charged with arson after vehicle found alight in Grove Road, Northfleet

A man has been charged with arson after a vehicle was found on fire inside a business compound.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-in-court-after-arson-132673/

Road shut following crash on A2 Keycol Hill near Newington and A249

Long queues are forming following an accident which has blocked a road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/road-shut-after-crash-132671/

Maidstone: Police appeal for witnesses to serious collision on Sittingbourne-bound A249

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man had to be cut free from his car following a crash on Saturday night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/witness-appeal-after-serious-crash-132667/

James Pope, 33 of no fixed address, jailed for stealing three Kelly Turner charity boxes

A man has been imprisoned for four months for stealing three charity collection boxes for a teenager with cancer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/kelly-charity-thefts---man-132663/

Aylesford man Derek Gane's death not being treated as suspicious by police

Police have confirmed they are not treating the sudden death of a 69-year-old as suspicious.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/mans-sudden-death-not-suspicious-132665/

Former magistrate William Robinson, from Chartham, jailed for child sex abuse

An ex-magistrate who spent years handing out justice has been jailed for 11 years for the "disgraceful" sexual abuse of a young girl.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/former-magistrate-jailed-for-abusing-132664/

Police release CCTV images after thief pockets £9,000 from the Diver's Arms in Herne Bay

A brazen thief walked into a pub and pocketed £9,000 in cash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/police-hunt-thief-after-cash-132662/

Man arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure in Sittingbourne

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of indecent exposure after a suspect flashed in five different streets and then cycled off.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-132660/

Headcorn Road in Lenham blocked by crash

Emergency services were called after a crash involving three vehicles, which left a woman and two children needing hospital treatment.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crash-blocks-road-132658/

Bollywood film starring Diljit Dosanjh starts shooting in Faversham town centre

Bollywood stars have transformed a Kent town into a move set after arriving for filming.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/town-centre-becomes-bollywood-movie-132657/

Tributes paid to Roy Little and Stephen Jones killed in crash on A268 Rye Road near Hawkhurst

Tributes have been paid to two hop pickers killed in a crash near Hawkhurst on Saturday night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/tributes-paid-to-hop-pickers-132656/

Police appeal after woman reports being sexually assaulted on Whitstable beach

A photo has been issued of a man police want to speak to after a woman reported being sexually assaulted on a beach.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/police-hunt-beach-sex-attacker-132655/

Paul Carter warns to possible cuts to frontline services at Kent County Council

Frontline services could be cut as Kent County Council struggles to balance the books, it's been revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/cuts-could-be-made-to-frontline-kcc-services-132650/

Car parked on tracks at Deal railway station disrupts train services

This car, unbelievably parked on railway tracks and straddling a live wire, has caused disruption to train services

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/trains-disrupted-by-car-on-132651/

Maidstone: Man charged with assaulting a police officer after disturbance on High Street

A man has been charged with assaulting a police officer following a disturbance in a town centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-charged-after-town-centre-132649/

Jack Daniels jailed for assaults at Folkestone pub

A powerfully-built thug with a 'very bad history of explosive violence' who went on the run after a series of attacks at a pub has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/violent-thug-jailed-for-pub-132648/

Teenager continues to fight for life after double fatal crash in Hawkhurst

A teenager continues to fight for life after a car crashed into a wall, killing two men and leaving three injured.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/teen-fights-for-life-after-132632/

Gillingham head coach Ady Pennock leaves by mutual consent

Ady Pennock has left his position as head coach of Gillingham by mutual consent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/sport/ady-pennock-leaves-gills-132641/

Roundabout at Riverside Country Park in Gillingham, collapses injuring youngsters

Several children were injured including one who broke his kneecap after a roundabout in a council playground collapsed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/boy-injured-in-playground-132639/

Broadstairs: Emergency services called to Joss Bay

Police, ambulance crews and other emergency services have been called to a popular bay.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/emergency-services-sent-to-popular-132636/

Medway Park in Gillingham closes pool due to 'milk like water'

The other facilities remained open but the main pool was closed all day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/medway-park-swimming-pool-shut-132633/

Sevenoaks woman dies in double fatal crash in Cornwall

A woman from Kent has died and her husband is fighting for his life after a crash which left another man died and several injured.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/kent-woman-dies-in-double-132630/

Train disruption on Southeastern services from Sevenoaks and Tonbridge

Passengers are facing major disruption to train services after engineering works overran.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/major-disruption-to-rail-services-132627/

Developer behind Canterbury's Mountfield Park housing scheme accuses Green campaigner of hypocrisy

The man behind a huge housing development has accused a green campaigner who opposed the scheme of hypocrisy after learning she runs a freight firm.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/developers-accuse-green-campaigner-of-132541/

Neighbours' nightmare as garden in Highland Road, Chartham grows wilder

An abandoned car has been swallowed up by a wildly overgrown garden which has been left untended for eight years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/neighbours-nightmare-as-garden-grows-132543/

Family refuse to accept police findings over death of cyclist Richard Jordan

Flaws in a police investigation surrounding the death of a cyclist have left relatives of the victim demanding action against the officers involved.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/family-of-dead-cyclist-refuse-132589/

Four arrests after car park assault in Folkestone

Police have arrested four people after a man suffered facial injuries in a car park attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/four-arrests-after-man-assaulted-132620/

M20 closed between Hythe and Ashford after crash on junction 11 to 10 section

Three lanes of the M20 have been closed following a serious crash as the air ambulance lands on the carriageway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/motorway-closed-after-crash-132618/

Man stabbed during assault at property in Summerson Close, Rochester

A man has been taken to hospital with stab wounds to his torso after an assault.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-stabbed-during-assault-132619/

Puppies dumped in woods near High Halden, Ashford taken in by RSPCA

Puppies were left dumped in woods suffering from neglect and mange after a member of the public found them huddling on a pile of logs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/litter-of-puppies-dumped-in-132617/

Folkestone: Rocksalt chef Mark Sargeant hits back at Shepway District Council inspection which gave low food hygiene rating

Top chef hits out after "powers that be" said diners were at risk of food poisoning saying they would have customers eat "rancid crumbly paste".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/celebrity-chef-hits-out-at-132616/

Paralympian Steve Brown, of Sittingbourne, finds love with Alton Towers crash victim Vicky Balch

Kent Paralympian and TV host Steve Brown has found love with Alton Towers crash victim Vicky Balch after the pair featured in a documentary.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/paralympian-steve-finds-love-on-132615/

Two dead and three injured in crash on A268 Rye Road, near Hawkhurst

Two people have died and three people have been injured in a horror crash on a rural Kent road last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/two-dead-and-three-injured-132611/

Man cut from car after crashing on A249 Detling Hill

Fire crews had to cut a man from his car after he crashed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-cut-from-wreckage-on-132612/

Grandmother's plea to help Elana Lamb get specialist wheelchair

A grandmother is calling for help to make the most of a toddler's "precious years".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/lets-get-elana-on-the-132477/

Ashford Designer Outlet work starts in November

Work is due to start on an expansion to the Ashford Designer Outlet - which will see up to 50 more shops or restaurants.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/hundreds-of-jobs-created-in-132479/

Vibez Adult Boutique in Aylesford selling £4,000 sex robot

An erotic robot with different personalities that has become a global phenomenon has gone on sale in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/4000-sex-robot-that-tells-jokes-132569/

Sturry mum Hayley Richards in row with Curry's over faulty freezer

A mum has been forced to modify her baby's diet after months of stored milk was ruined when a top of the range freezer packed up.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/faulty-freezer-damages-breast-milk-132575/

Shepway District Council to charge the public for information requests

People seeking details from their local authority relating to development, pollution and waste management will have to pay £25 an hour per request.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/council-to-charge-public-for-information-132516/

Tina Appleton Dartford Crossing mistake leads to massive fine

A woman falsely accused of failing to pay a £2.50 road toll ended up facing a fine of nearly 80 times the original amount.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dart-charge-mistake-racks-up-massive-fine-132522/

Inquest into death of Ben Sharman in Peel Street Maidstone

Paramedics spent for 40 minutes trying to save the life of a father-of-two who collapsed outside his home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/overdose-killed-man-found-dying-in-street-132527/

Does Artwork Enhance a Home?

Way back in the mists of time, prehistoric man created cave paintings using naturally sourced materials, presumably to add a bit of ambiance to his home. As the centuries rolled on, man invested in paintings and sculptures to decorate his home. He sought out talented individuals and commissioned works of art. By the time the 20^th century came, the development of mass-market printing techniques enabled artwork to be distributed to the masses. Mrs. Jones at 49 Acacia Avenue couldn’t afford to buy a Van Gogh painting of sunflowers, but she could afford a nice fine art reproduction print in a pretty frame. 

Of course, not everyone appreciates artwork. Some people have no interest in hanging paintings or prints on their wall. For them, the idea of browsing art galleries and buying a painting doesn’t appeal. They would rather hang a 4K HDR top-of-the-range television on their wall and stare at that all night. Well, each to their own, but in case you are ruminating on the question of whether artwork enhancesa home, let’s discuss.

What’s Your Personal Taste in Art?

You don’t need to be an expert to appreciate fine art. We all have our own personal taste in art. Some people love realistic landscapes whereas others prefer modernist abstract paintings. Try to imagine how the world would look with no pictures, no advertising in magazines or on the screen. The world would be a very different place. 

Art is known to relieve stress, which is why it is common to see artwork in hospitals and medical centers. Sure, staring at a painting of a cute puppy is probably not going to make your toothache go away, but it might distract you for a few blissful moments. 

Art Soothes Stress

The fact is, people instinctively feel better when they can look at artwork. It helps us to relax, soothes a fractious mood, and creates a sense of harmony, in much the same way that listening to music does. Researchers have also found that artwork in offices enhances productivity, which is why many businesses pay a lot of money for fine art paintings on top sites like fineartamerica.com to hang on their walls! 

Hanging art on your wall is a form of self-expression. We are drawn to artwork that “speaks” to us on a subliminal level. You might not understand it, but it doesn’t mean you can’t appreciate it. Art often provokes strong emotions, some positive and some negative. Choosing artwork for your walls gives people an insight into your personality. If they don’t know you that well, they can glean things about you from the type of artwork you like. 

The Finishing Touch

Artwork adds a finishing touch to a room’s décor. Think of a print or painting as the icing on the cake. Bare, naked walls are plain and uninspiring, but a colorful painting hung in a prominent spot invites conversation and enhances the room immeasurably. 

You don’t need to be an expert to buy art. You also don’t need to be wealthy. Look for fine art prints or work created by local artists and select the pieces that you love the most.

from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/09/does-artwork-enhance-home.html

7 Hassle free tips when moving house in Sarasota

Are you planning a move to Sarasota, FL? Maybe you have to relocate for work or an irresistible business opportunity. Perhaps you are in the military or there is a serious health issue in your family. Whatever the situation, you do not have to compound things by stressing over the move, which is a common response. Instead, here are seven moving tips to make packing up your life and embarking on a new journey hassle-free.

1. Plan Ahead

As anyone who has moved can tell you, the process of relocating your home and family to a new location can be thrilling, frustrating, exciting, and angst-filled all at the same time. The best way to avoid chaos during a move is to have everything planned out in advance and contingencies in place if problems arise. Start packing as soon as possible and know what items will be going with you. Then, you can make arrangements for donations and decide how to dispose of other unwanted and/or unneeded items. Maybe family or friends can benefit from your hand-me-downs. It is also a good idea to contact moving and storage companies inSarasota well in advance to ensure services and/or availability on the desired moving date(s).

2. Compile a List

When moving, you want to make sure that everything is documented. As such, prior to packing your first box, you need to develop a record keeping and tracking system. You should also save it to your computer for future reference and/or if problems arise. You can organize via labels, numbers, stickers, or some other coding system to track the contents of your home. If you are on a shoestring budget and/or your family has been devastated by the recent hurricanes in Florida, then even a simple notebook could do the job. No matter what system you use, every box, suitcase, and/or storage container should be marked according to the record keeping system.

3. Find Plenty of Packing Materials

When preparing for a move, you must have plenty of packing materials. This means stocking up on boxes, tape, labels, stickers, and other essential items. The best places to find boxes include liquor stores, grocery chains, recycling centers, etc. They usually have an abundance of clean boxes of varying sizes that are free for the taking. If you are fond of online shopping, save your clean shipping containers or ask family and/or friends to save theirs for you. In a pinch, you can also purchase clean boxes that are suitable for packing. Instead of spending money on bubble wrap, consider using blankets, newspapers, sheets, etc. to cushion fragile items and keep them safe.

4. Keep Important Papers Within Reach

All personal information and important papers,such as personal ID, credit cards, social security information, recent bank records, etc., should be kept within reach. You should have a special container or place for these items and know where they are at all times.

5. Keep Cherished Items Out of Reach

As with number 4 above, any family heirlooms and cherished items should be given extra care and attention. They should be kept out of harm's way and moved by their owners if possible. If this is not an option, the movers should be notified in advance of their significance and extra precautions should be taken to ensure their safe transport.

6. Compartmentalize Your Belongings

In preparation for a move, you should take the opportunity to sort through your belongings and decide their fate. The simplest and most effective way is to compartmentalize your belongings into four sections--Keep, Sell, Donate, and Trash. As you are going through your home and packing up, this strategy should be employed in each room.

7. Downsize Your Life

A relocation presents the opportunity for new beginnings. Consider the benefits of downsizing as you go and the potential profit that can be made from selling off unwanted and/or unneeded items.

As we addressed in this article, there are many ways to help make your upcoming move easier and more efficient. These tips can assist anyone with their relocation--whether it is in Sarasota, across town, coast-to-coast, or another country. Consider these strategies for a hassle-free move when packing up your possessions and embarking on a new life.

from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/09/moving-house-sarasota.html

Police renew appeal to find missing Pembury girl Chloe Dicker

Police have renewed an appeal for help to find a 15-year-old girl who disappeared a week ago.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/teenage-girl-missing-for-seven-days-132587/

Crash near M25 junction 4

Motorists have suffered major delays following a collision between a car and a bike.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/crash-blocked-part-of-m25-132585/

Tunbridge Wells: Police bail man arrested after Brokes Way house search

Officers will continue to search a home after a number of suspicious items were found following a fire.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/police-continue-search-132583/

Westgate: Ashbury Court and Norfolk House, run by Orchard Care Homes, are to close on financial basis

Two care homes, rated inadequate and requires improvement from CQC, are to close.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/ashbury-court-norfolk-house-shut-132578/

Margate: Woman's body found at Walpole Bay identified

The body found at a popular bay has been identified as a woman in her 60s.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/body-found-at-bay-identified-132581/

Raffaello Pozzuolo due in court after robbery in Chatham High Street

An 18-year-old man has been charged with robbery and threatening a person with a 'sharply pointed article' after an incident in a town centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teen-charged-after-robbery-132580/

Second man arrested after flares thrown on to pitch during Gillingham and Charlton game

A man from Bexley has been arrested on suspicion of possessing a smoke grenade.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/second-man-arrested-after-gills-132579/

Rocksalt in Folkestone receives low food hygiene rating

An award-winning restaurant has been given two out of five stars for hygiene, after inspectors discovered ‘unsafe’ cooking procedures.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/award-winning-restaurant-receives-2-132577/

Body of man found at Langdon Cliffs, Dover

An investigation has been launched following a death at a Kent cliff area

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/mans-body-found-at-cliffs-132576/

Tsevtan Toderov charged after reports of sexual assaults and indecent exposures in Faversham

A 27-year-old man has been charged following reports of sexual assaults.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/man-charged-after-sex-attack-132574/

Ashford: Boy 'punched' by man in Willesborough Infant School playground

Police were called after an infant school pupil was reportedly punched in the face by a man in the playground.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/boy-six-punched-by-man-132558/

Uber drivers in Kent under threat from Transport for London decision to revoke licence

Uber drivers in Kent are under threat after Transport for London said it would revoke the company’s licence to operate cabs by the end of the month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/kent-uber-drivers-under-threat-transport-for-london-decision-revoke-licence-by-end-september-132570/

Recovery driver from Chatham dies after being hit by lorry on M25 near Sevenoaks

A recovery driver has died after being hit by a lorry on the M25.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/recovery-driver-dies-after-being-132567/

Man of 18 arrested in Dover after Parsons Green terrorist bombing appearing in court.

An 18-year-old arrested after last week's terror attack is in court today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/parsons-green---teenager-in-132566/

Larkfield: Body discovered in search for missing pensioner Frank Gore

Police searching for an 86-year-old man who went missing from his home have found a body near Kent beauty spot.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/body-found-in-search-for-frank-gore-132565/

Man in court after alleged 'hit and run' which left woman in Chatham fighting for her life

A man has been charged with dangerous driving after an alleged hit and run incident which left a woman fighting for her life.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-in-court-over-alleged-132562/

Actor John McEnery denies brandishing imitation gun at Faversham Wetherspoon pub

A BAFTA-nominated actor will stand trial after allegedly brandishing a water pistol at a Wetherspoon's pub.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/actor-to-stand-trial-over-132560/

Kent's best pubs and bars 2017

Searching for fantastic bars and pubs? You’re in luck, we’ve supped, sipped and slurped in some of the best to bring you the definitive Kent guide.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/kents-best-pubs-and-bars-132421/

Mascalls Academy students and staff taken to hospital after gas leak at their hotel in Isla, Spain

A school trip to Spain came to a dramatic end last night after children were evacuated following a suspected gas leak at their hotel.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/school-children-evacuated-after-gas-leak-132532/

Snodland: Holborough Lakes fire started on third floor balcony

An investigation into a huge blaze which broke out in a block of flats has found the fire started on a balcony.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/fire-started-on-third-floor-132554/

Dad Tim Barton of Bethersden measures school bus route in fare row

A father has attacked the “unfair” rules that have seen his 11-year-old daughter denied free bus travel to school.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/dad-measures-school-bus-routes-132553/

Maidstone: Pranksters from TrollStation swim in Maidstone Leisure Centre pool after-hours

Two professional pranksters took to a leisure centre's pool for an after-hours dip during their latest stunt.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/pranksters-take-night-time-dip-132555/

Greenpeace protest over diesel cars continues at Sheerness docks as three are bailed

Three people arrested after a Greenpeace protest over diesel cars have been bailed - but campaigners are still going.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/protesters-bailed-after-boarding-ship-132550/

Drunk domestic abuser Lee Woolacott, 45 rapped by judge at Folkestone Magistrates' Court

A man hit his fiancee just days before their wedding, cutting her face with his engagement ring, a court heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/drunk-domestic-abuser-rapped-by-132545/

What went wrong with the out of hours service and NHS 111 contract?

The collapse of the contract for out-of-hours service for east Kent GPs is the latest setback for the NHS in the county

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/blogs/paul-francis/critical-condition-setbacks-for-the-132537/

Nicholas Cox charged after 200 cannabis plants found in Five Oak Green

A man has been charged with growing cannabis after 200 plants were seized during a raid.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/hundreds-of-cannabis-plants-found-132533/

M25 closed due to serious crash between junction 5 for M26 and 4 for Orpington

Part of the M25 is closed after a serious crash involving two lorries, leading to long rush-hour queues.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/gridlock-on-m25-after-serious-132529/

Isle of Sheppey couple find out if their eco-friendly 'Hobbit House' has won a Build It Magazine award

A couple, who built their own eco-friendly home, are due to find out if their property has won a design award this evening.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/couples-dream-eco-house-up-for-award-132047/

Inquest into death of Piotr Binkowski found hanged in public gardens in Gravesend

The girlfriend of suicidal man lied about when he disappeared because she feared officers would not take her report seriously.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/police-mislead-about-missing-man-132472/

Sittingbourne: Bernard Bibby angry after venue cancels full body wax for charity

A cabaret club has pulled the plug on a pensioner's full-body wax for charity because it was ‘too cringey'.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/had-it-been-a-young-man-stripping-off-it-would-be-different-132473/

Ram raid at warehouse in Chislet Business Park, Hersden

A thief used a 4x4 to smash his way into a warehouse during a daring break-in that lasted only 90-seconds.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/private-ambulances-damaged-during-ram-132506/

Medway Council CCTV car seen blocking path in Warden Road, Rochester

Residents were outraged after a council CCTV car was seen parked blocking the pavement near a school.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/outrage-at-cctv-car-seen-132508/

Fire at Memorial Gardens in Ashford

Firefighters were called after people spotted smoke coming from a public park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/fire-at-memorial-gardens-132526/

Location of Banksy's Art Buff in Folkestone announced

A piece of artwork that became a huge tourist attraction before being ruined by graffiti is being specially built into the new building.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/banksy-masterpiece-location-announced-132521/

Crash on M20 between junctions 9 and 10

One of Kent's busiest motorways is almost at a standstill following an earlier collision

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/traffic-queuing-after-motorway-crash-132525/

Crash on A2 near Cobham

Delays are building after a collision on a major route during rush hour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/multi-vehicle-smash-blocks-road-132523/

A21 between Tonbridge and Pembury opens after dualling work

A major A-road was officially opened following an upgrade.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/one-of-countys-busiest-roads-132519/

McDonald's in Biggin Street, Dover to close

A town's McDonald's restaurant will shut in six weeks, it's been confirmed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/town-centre-mcdonalds-to-close-132518/

Muhammad Akmal, from Margate, found not guilty of forcing daughter to marry

A father accused of forcing his 16-year-old daughter to marry her cousin in Pakistan against her will has been cleared by a jury.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/dad-cleared-of-forcing-daughter-132517/

Maidstone: See new arrivals, two baby meerkats, and The Gruffalo at Kent Life in Lock Lane, Sandling

A farming attraction, which welcomes The Gruffalo this weekend, is also celebrating the arrival of its first baby meerkats.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/maidstone-baby-meerkats-at-kent-life-and-meet-the-gruffalo-132416/

Folkestone GP crisis public meeting won't be attended by NHS Clinical Commissioning Group

A public meeting is being held tonight about the GP crisis in a Kent town but it won't be attended by the NHS, which has explained the reason why.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/nhs-explains-why-it-wont-132507/

Ashford: Drivers told to park considerately after cars block crews in Cudworth Road

Drivers have been told to think about how they park after a fire engine on its way to an emergency was unable to get through a road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/parked-cars-block-fire-engine-132509/

Patch That Pipe: What To Do As You Wait For The Plumber

Introduction

What happens when you have a faulty pipe in your property, and you don`t have any experience with repairing such types of damage? Well, it is important that you make perceptive choices, to ensure that you don't rack up a large water bill due to the excessive wastage and in terms of pipe repair costs.

Although, pipe repair might seem like a simple procedure, it requires the competence of professional company to achieve the best results.

This is especially true if you have a large piece of property which has several water flow supply lines and piping systems. It can be difficult to repair the damaged sections of such a system, but you can easily patch up any damaged sections as you wait for the plumber to arrive.

This is perhaps one of the best solutions for you to start with for your unique needs. It will help you save extra cash on wasted water. The following are some of the tips for patching a pipe, as you wait for the plumber to arrive on the scene.

Tips

Block the seepage or damaged area

If the damaged area is simple to access, you want to ensure that you block that damaged area to avoid any wastage of water. You can use various items including cloths, adhesives and more.

By blocking any damaged sections of the pipe, you increase the likelihood that your pipe won't suffer from any added damage or compromised performance.

Turn of the water supply

More so, another important factor for you to consider is that you should turn off the water supply. By turning off the water supply, you reduce any what that is wasted. A good recommendation is to directly turn off the water and main supply as you wait for the plumber to arrive at your property.

Other Tips

Broadly speaking, when it comes to ensuring that your pipe suffers no added damaged or compromised performance, ensure that you make savvy choices for the best results. In fact, ensure that you develop you DIY pipe repair skills since they might come in handy when completing any future projects.

More so, ensure that you also acquire a comprehensive repair tool set, which will help you during the repair procedures, as you wait for the plumber to arrive at your destination.

Benefits of a plumber service

Professional services and experienced staff

Satisfaction guarantee

Long lasting results

Affordable services packages

from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/09/patch-that-pipe.html

A forensic tent has reportedly been put up outside a property in Brokes Way, Tunbridge Wells

A forensic tent has been put up outside a property in a residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-continue-to-search-home-132489/

Queen legend Brian May visits Ditton Infant School for Amazing Grace hedgehog campaign

Queen legend Brian May spoke to youngsters about his fight to save the UK's hedgehogs during a visit to an infant school today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/queen-guitarist-encourages-pupils-to-save-the-hedgehog-132498/

Convicted killer James Clarke jailed for setting fire to his sheltered housing flat in Maidstone

A man jailed for killing his wife has returned to prison after starting a fire out of frustration and loneliness, a court heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/convicted-killer-set-fire-to-sheltered-housing-132504/

Thomas Aveling School, Rochester, warns parents after man contacts girls on Facebook

A school has warned parents after reports a man has been contacting teenage pupils on Facebook.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/warning-after-man-targets-girls-132503/

Ashford to get another McDonald's to join those in High Street, Eureka Park, Designer Outlet and Orbital Park

McDonald’s is planning to open a new drive-through - its fifth restaurant in a Kent town.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/mcdonalds-in-talks-over-new-132484/

Police Dog Parker helps track suspected burglars in New Ash Green

Two suspected burglars felt the full force of the paw after they were tracked down by Police Dog Parker and his human handler.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/ruff-justice-for-pair-after-132501/

Reece Whiting and Ricky Chambers jailed for Co-op robbery in Queenborough

A pair of masked robbers who punched a female supermarket worker in the face in a violent early-morning raid have been jailed for more than 13 years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/violent-robbers-jailed-over-co-op-132500/

What impact will Primark's arrival at Bluewater have on Dartford and Gravesend?

Town centre shoppers have been told not to be fearful for their local Primark store despite plans to open at Bluewater.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/town-centres-keen-to-keep-132495/

Pile-up on A2 near Brenley Corner

A busy stretch of the A2 is shut while emergency services deal with a crash involving several vehicles.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/a2-closed-after-pile-up-132494/

Suspicious device found in Wallace Park, Gravesend

A controlled explosion is due to be held after police were called to reports of a suspicious package.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/area-cordoned-off-after-suspicious-132490/

Suspicious device found in Wallace Park, Gravesend

A controlled explosion is due to be held after police were called to reports of a suspicious package.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/sport/area-cordoned-off-after-suspicious-132490/

Primark to open at Bluewater in 2019

The discount fashion chain has confirmed it is coming to Kent's biggest shopping centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/primark-to-open-store-at-132488/

Bluewater set to get a Primark store as staff are told of discount fashion chain's arrival

The discount fashion chain's long-rumoured arrival at Kent's biggest shopping centre could finally come to fruition.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/primark-store-mooted-for-bluewater-132461/

Margate schoolgirl told teacher of her forced marriage ordeal, court hears

A frightened teenage schoolgirl was taken to Pakistan and forced to marry her cousin by her father, a court has heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/schoolgirl-forced-to-marry-cousin-132486/

Dr Kamran Khan referred to medical practitioners tribunal after death of Sian Hollands at Darent Valley Hospital

A doctor who failed to diagnose the condition of a woman who died hours after he discharged her has been referred to a medical practitioners tribunal.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/doctor-referred-to-tribunal-after-132481/

Thousands of imported Volkswagen diesel cars seized at Sheerness docks by Greenpeace activists

Greenpeace activists in kayaks and boats have boarded a 23,498-tonne ship on a major import route bringing Volkswagen diesel cars into the UK.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/thousands-of-imported-cars-seized-132485/

Lane closed and traffic queueing after multi vehicle pile-up at Dartford Tunnel

Several vehicles have been involved in a crash which has caused delays at the Dartford Crossing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/lanes-closed-after-pile-up-at-132476/

Restraining order issued against Sittingbourne resident Hircin Ozata

A complaint about a barking dog led to a four-year campaign of harassment against a man and wife, a court heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/man-left-neighbour-fearing-for-life-132390/

Singer John Newman backs fundraising appeal to save life of Lizzy Adams, from Conyer

Chart topper John Newman had a special reason for wanting to help a 13-year-old girl in need of a life-saving operation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/singer-raises-plight-of-terminally-ill-girl-132435/

Data from the University College of London reveals state of smoking in Kent and Medway

People who smoke in Kent and Medway are more likely to give up for good if they seek help, according to a report out today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/smokers-have-better-chance-of-quiting-132448/

A21 upgrade between Tonbridge and Pembury opens

A major project to turn a busy route into a dual carriageway has been complete.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/upgraded-section-of-a21-to-open-132450/

Dover: Craig Dunn denies stealing charity box for cancer teenager Kelly Turner

A 25-year-old has appeared in court to plead not guilty to taking cash donated to fund life-saving treatment for a teenager with a terminal illness.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/man-denies-stealing-money-for-132471/

Primecare to terminate NHS 111 service and out of hours service for GPs in east Kent

A company accused by a watchdog of putting the lives of patients at risk has announced it is terminating its contact.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/major-setback-for-nhs-111-service-in-kent-132470/

University of Kent student found dead after first night on campus

A young woman was found dead in a university's halls of residence the morning after arriving to start her first year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/fresher-18-found-dead-after-132459/

Bungalow fire in Chestnut Close, Edenbridge

Firefighters are removing tiles from the roof, and treating a woman in her 40s for smoke inhalation, as they tackle flames at a home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/woman-given-oxygen-after-bungalow-132463/

Dover District Council leader Cllr Paul Watkins to retire and says now is right time

Leader of DDC Cllr Paul Watkins will retire as leader and ward councillor for St Margaret’s at Cliffe next Saturday

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/ddc-leader-paul-watkins-to-132465/

Rock band The Libertines reportedly buy townhouse hotel in Margate

A popular rock band has reportedly bought a seafront townhouse with plans to turn it into a hotel and recording studio.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/rock-band-buy-seaside-townhouse-132458/

Crash on A249 at Stockbury causes delays

A main route is partially shut after a bus and car collided, causing long delays for rush-hour drivers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/slow-traffic-after-bus-crash-132462/

G4S private ambulance transport service 'letting down patients' according to west Kent health chief

Health bosses have admitted patients are being 'let down very badly' by a private ambulance service besieged with criticism and complaints.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/patients-very-badly-let-down-132456/

Chatham: Man attacked on Great Lines in Chatham

The attackers are said to have fled the scene when members of the public tried to help the victim.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-allegedly-assaulted-by-two-132454/

Kent Road Safety issue figures on the number of seatbelt related fatalities on Kent's roads

Parents are being told to make sure they use their seatbelts in a video created by Kent County Council in a bid to reduce deaths.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/children-tell-parents-to-belt-132418/

Britain First leader Paul Golding and deputy Jayda Fransen charged with religiously aggravated harassment

The leaders of Britain First have been charged with religiously aggravated harassment after alleged activity during a gang-rape trial.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/britain-first-pair-charged-with-132440/

Deal selected as backdrop for another ITV drama Vanity Fair

TV crews have descended on a Kent town today for the filming of a new seven-part drama.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/town-selected-for-filming-role-132429/

Alexandru Pletosu, 28 and of Broadwater Down, charged with assaulting and spitting at police officers

A man has been charged with assaulting and spitting at police officers after a disturbance outside his home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/man-charged-with-spitting-at-police-officers-132434/

Margate: Woman's body found at Walpole Bay

Police, forensics and ambulance crews were called after a woman's body was found on a bay - in the second tragedy on Kent's coastline.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/womans-body-found-at-bay-132431/

Tunbridge Wells: Bomb disposal experts called in to Brokes Way

Bomb disposal experts have been called to a residential street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/bomb-squad-called-to-street-132420/

Dead body found on Hythe beach opposite Princes Parade

A man in his 80s has been found dead on a Kent beach.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/dead-body-found-on-beach-132412/

Police and ambulances called to Walpole Bay

Police, forensics teams and an ambulance have been called to a popular bay.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/emergency-services-called-to-bay-132414/

The Bench, Ramsgate, closed until further notice following cellar fire

A popular restaurant has been closed until further notice following a fire in the cellar.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/closed-until-further-notice-following-132404/

Borough Green man dies after crash on A227 Gravesend Road near Wrotham

A man critically injured in a crash involving a car and lorry has died in hospital.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/man-24-dies-after-crash-132408/

Three car crash on the Wainscott Bypass causing delays

Motorists are facing long delays after a crash on a busy stretch of road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/delays-after-crash-132405/

Giles Metcalfe murder trial: Dean Lewis threated to 'burn out' another man on night victim was set alight

A vagrant alleged to have set another rough sleeper alight using lighter fluid threatened to "burn out" another man, a murder trial heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/murder-suspect-threatened-to-burn-132398/

Police, ambulances and forensics have reportedly swarmed on Princes Parade, Hythe

Police, ambulances and forensics have reportedly swarmed on a beach in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/breaking-huge-emergency-response-on-132401/

Oasis Academy: Isle of Sheppey trials split boys and girls English classes in year 11 GCSE pupils

Pupils at one Kent academy have been split into boys and girls groups to see how they perform in their studies.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/schools-battle-of-the-sexes-132313/

Injured stray cat rescued from the streets of Gillingham

A group of animal lovers are determined to save the life of a feline whose injuries were so bad a vet said he should be put down.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/injured-stray-cat-wins-stay-of-execution-132358/

Southern Water told to improve after it received more complaints than any other water company in UK

A water company, which serves parts of Kent, has been told to improve the way it handles complaints.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/southern-water-worst-in-country-132364/

Sheppey: Tributes to rugby player Steve Begley

Tributes have been paid to a Kent man living overseas who died of suspected heart-related complications.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/rugby-players-shock-death-after-triathlon-132378/

Warning over Brexit chaos on Kent's roads

A deal must be reached about customs checks on both sides of the channel before Brexit to prevent a chaotic situation on our roads, says a politician.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/warning-kents-roads-heading-for-chaos-132389/

Crash in Throwley Road, Ospringe, near Faversham

Police, firefighters, paramedics and the air ambulance have been called to a serious crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/air-ambulance-at-crash-on-132383/

Appeal to find missing Sittingbourne teenager Lewis Birch

An appeal has been launched to find a 15-year-old boy who has been missing for days.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/fears-grow-for-missing-boy-132385/

Margate's Tracey Emin confirms plans to move to Kent from London

Artist Tracey Emin has confirmed she will be switching London for Kent, but will she be heading back to Margate?

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/could-tracey-emin-move-margate-132371/

Man jailed after cannabis plants worth almost £1million were found in Railway Terrace, Queenborough

A 50-year-old man has been jailed after officers found cannabis plants worth almost £1million hidden in an industrial building.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/man-jailed-growing-cannabis-worth-million-132372/

Tunbridge Wells: Man arrested after suspicious items found in flat during fire in Brokes Way

A 55-year-old man is in custody after firefighters dealing with a chip pan blaze discovered suspicious items in a flat which had been evacuated.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/man-arrested-after-suspicious-property-132369/

Wrotham: Emergency services descend on Gravesend Road after a serious crash

A road has been closed after a serious crash near a Kent town this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/road-closed-after-serious-crash-132365/

Nerf wars: Doctors warn Kent parents to make sure children use them properly

Doctors have warned parents to make sure children are using Nerf guns properly after a study revealed cases of youngsters' eyes being damaged.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/children-warned-on-affect-of-132355/

Ash Road in Hartley taped off by police

The main road through a village has been taped off and police officers are at the scene.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/village-road-cordoned-off-132360/

Jilted husband ‘made threats to kill his ex’

A spurned husband threatened to kill his ex-partner after she finished with him by text message, a court heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/im-scared-of-him---132359/

Dealers jailed for using Gillingham home as drug base

Daniel Ojo and Miles Niles dealt drugs from a house after convincing a vulnerable resident to let them stay.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dealers-jailed-for-using-house-132353/

Joseph Bills charged over death of Whitstable cyclist Dave Thorman

A man has been charged with five offences following the death of a popular chef killed in a crash as he cycled home from work.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/drink-and-drugs-charges-for-132354/

Cliftonville: TDC hit out at flytipping culprits after more waste dumped within hours of clearance

A council has hit out at flytippers after an area was cleared, only for more waste to be dumped within hours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/flytippers-strike-cliftonville-hours-132342/

Man arrested after flashing incident in Curtisden Green, near Goudhurst

A man has been arrested after allegedly exposing himself to a young girl.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/motorist-arrested-for-flashing-teenage-girl-132350/

Ashford: Arrests after lorry leaves trail of destruction

Police have made two arrests after a lorry left a trail of destruction across a town, damaging parked cars, roadworks and street signs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/lorry-leaves-trail-of-destruction-132348/

How Frequent Should You Clean Your Air Ducts

How frequent should you clean your air ducts? The short answer is from three to five years, depending on the amount of dust in your home, dander and hair from pets or an event that would trigger air duct cleaning requirements. The best way to confirm whether you need your air ducts cleaned is to check around your air vents and also the filter area.

If your air vents show signs of dust or even mold it is time to have your all of your ducts cleaned. Check around your cold air return vents for signs of dust buildup as well as around the hot air vents. Remove one of the grilles and using a flashlight observe whether there is a buildup of dust in the duct.

Most furnace and HVAC manufacturers recommend that you change the filters in your system once a year or even more often if you live in dusty conditions or if there is lots of pet hair etc. When you change the filter, examine the filter to determine whether there is a buildup of dust etc.. Check the motor compartment also. If there is dust or pet hair accumulating, you may need your ducts cleaned as well.

Other Triggers for air duct cleaning

New Home Construction – during construction of new homes a great deal of drywall dust and even garbage can settle into the vents. You may have cigarette butts, soft drink cans etc. in the ducts. Needless to say it is a good idea to have all of the vents cleaned before you turn on your furnace or HVAC for the first time.

Major Renovations – if you have just completed renovations in your home, chances are that some dust will have collected in the ducts via the cold air return. If the renovation work is underway during a time when the furnace fan is running, not only will there be dust in the system, you may find that a fine dust has percolated throughout your home. You may need a thorough cleaning of the floors as well as the ducts in a situation like this.

Damp Conditions – In some cases, mold spores can develop in damp basements and find their way into the cooling or heating system. If this is the case consumers should hire a duct cleaning company who specializes in removing mold from the ducts.

Residents with Allergies – During the spring and summer, windows are open, our pets are in and out and our family comes and go. We all track dust and pollen into the home. On windy days a great deal of pollen can be blown into the house if you have your windows open. Although there are no studies to support duct cleaning will help consumers who suffer from allergies, many will have their ducts cleaned at the end of the prime pollen season.

Typically, a clean home will not need duct cleaning as often, unless there are circumstances as mentioned above. Evaluate your home, lifestyle and decide the best course of action with respect to duct cleaning for your family.

from Home My Heaven: Home Improvement Blog http://www.homemyheaven.co.uk/2017/09/clean-your-air-duct.html