Monday, 30 April 2018

Award hope for 'Hobbit house'

A home made out of recycled tyres and nicknamed the Hobbit house has been shortlisted for a design award.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/award-hope-for-hobbit-house-182232/

Duchy of Cornwall sets sights on building new Kent village

A new village could be built on land owned by Prince Charles's estate, the Duchy of Cornwall.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/duchy-of-cornwall-sets-sights-on-building-new-kent-village-182236/

'They're just yellow'

A mechanic who had his jaw broken in three places has hit out at the thugs who attacked him.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/theyre-just-yellow-182256/

Toxic particles which affects foetuses and organs being ignored: Greens

An authority is not taking steps to tackle some of our most severe pollutants, campaigners have warned.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/toxic-particles-which-affects-foetuses-and-organs-being-ignored-greens-182239/

Crews rescue man trapped in flood water

A man trapped in his car in flood water has been rescued by specialist ambulance crews and firefighters.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/crews-rescue-man-trapped-in-flood-water-182266/

Landslip halts trains

A landslip following heavy rains has led to trains being suspended.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/landslip-halts-trains-182265/

Riverside homes expected to flood after deluge

A flood warning has been issued to riverside householders - meaning flooding is expected and immediate action is needed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/riverside-homes-expected-to-flood-after-deluge-182264/

'Ripper' postcard sells for £22k

A postcard said to have been written by notorious murderer Jack the Ripper has sold at auction... for many times over its estimate.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/ripper-postcard-sells-for-22k-182263/

Was Rudd right to resign?

Shoppers in Kent have been reacting to the news that Home Secretary Amber Rudd stood down amid the Windrush scandal.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/was-rudd-right-to-resign-182261/

Tesco knife attacker could be spared jail

A man who launched a random knife attack on a woman as she sat outside Tesco's with her child is likely to walk free from court.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/tesco-knife-attacker-could-be-spared-jail-182260/

Near misses at rail crossing 'quite frequent'

A rail signaller badly injured at a crossing told a court drivers swerving around the gates was a 'quite frequent' hazard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/near-misses-at-rail-crossing-quite-frequent-182259/

Man due in court on terror charges

A 26-year-old man has been charged with terror offences after police searched a home in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-due-in-court-on-terror-charges-182258/

Crash causes delays at Dartford Tunnel

The Dartford tunnels are both now open after an earlier crash - but delays continue through the rush hour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/crash-causes-delays-at-dartford-tunnel-182247/

Beach huts swept out to sea

A number of beach huts have been swept out to sea as gusty winds and treacherous seas battered the shore.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/beach-huts-swept-out-to-sea-182257/

Criminals with 'luxurious' lifestyles targeted

Offenders have been forced to hand over £9m in just two years after being brought before the Kent courts.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/criminals-with-luxurious-lifestyles-targeted-182255/

Flooding halts trains and brings down trees

Flooding on train lines has forced Southeastern to suspend a service - with roads also affected by flooding and fallen trees.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/flooding-halts-trains-and-brings-down-trees-182245/

Man dies after large wave washes three people off pier

A man has died after three people were washed off a pier in stormy weather.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-dies-after-large-wave-washes-three-people-off-pier-182227/

Schools wait for years to become academies

Two Kent schools are believed to have waited the longest on record in their bids to become academies.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/schools-wait-for-years-to-become-academies-182249/

LED street lights 'don't damage health'

Roads chiefs have hit back at research claiming the light emitted from LED street lamps can damage people's health.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/led-street-lights-dont-damage-health-182248/

Crash closes Dartford Tunnel

One of the Dartford Tunnels has been closed after a two-vehicle crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/crash-closes-dartford-tunnel-182247/

Flooding halts trains

Flooding on train lines has forced Southeastern to suspend a service.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/flooding-halts-trains-182245/

Prisoner of war graffiti found during conservation work at castle

Artwork etched to the walls of a Kent Castle by prisoners of war during the 1700s has been found following a stint of conservation work.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/prisoner-of-war-graffiti-found-during-conservation-work-at-castle-182243/

Thieves steal entire business from heartbroken entrepreneurs

Sophie Dean and Sarah Moroney spent years dreaming of owning their own business, and launched Pretty Little Tea Co. earlier this month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/thieves-steal-entire-business-from-heartbroken-entrepreneurs-182240/

Distraction thieves foiled by elderly woman

A woman targeted by trickster thieves wasn't fooled by by their distraction technique.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/distraction-thieves-foiled-by-elderly-woman-182241/

Multi-billion pound theme park delayed again

A £3.2 billion tourist attraction on the banks of the Thames has been pushed back yet again.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/multi-billion-pound-theme-park-delayed-again-182238/

Visibility 'clear' ahead of cyclist's death, court hears

A 20-year-old has denied she drove dangerously when she collided head-on with a cyclist in a crash which led to his death.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/visibility-clear-ahead-of-cyclists-death-court-hears-182237/

Son charged with mother's murder

A man has been charged with murder after his mother was found dead at her home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/son-charged-with-mothers-murder-182235/

Air ambulance called to M20 crash

Reports are coming in of a crash on the M20 that has blocked the London-bound carriageway between two busy junctions.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/air-ambulance-called-to-m20-crash-182234/

Family rescued from flood

A family who were left stuck in their car by flood water have been rescued.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/family-rescued-from-flood-182228/

Large wave washes people off pier

Emergency crews are at the scene of a serious incident after three people were washed into the sea during stormy weather

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/large-wave-washes-people-off-pier-182227/

Car crashes into house

A woman has been taken to hospital after a car crashed into a house, where police, ambulance and fire crews remain at the scene.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/car-crashes-into-house-182225/

Policeman denies raping woman

An officer accused of stalking his victim for more than three years allegedly planting recording devices disguised as plugs in her home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/policeman-denies-raping-woman-182050/

Sweeps Festival to bring live music and dancing

Hundreds of morris dancers and dozens of live bands will be performing as part of the annual Sweeps Festival during the May Day Bank Holiday weekend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/sweeps-festival-to-bring-live-music-and-dancing-182181/

Travellers set up camp on sports field

A group of caravans have pitched up in a field next to a leisure centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/travellers-set-up-camp-on-sports-field-182218/

Teenage girl missing

Police are asking for anyone with information that might help them find a missing teenage girl to come forward amid concerns for her welfare.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/teenage-girl-missing-182216/

Mutilated cat dumped and severed tail stuck to front door

A cat killer is on the loose after cutting off a pet's tail and attaching it to somebody's front door.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/mutilated-cat-dumped-and-severed-tail-stuck-to-front-door-182215/

Sex attack in city centre

Police are hunting a suspect, after a woman was sexually assaulted in the early hours.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/sex-attack-in-city-centre-182211/

Witness appeal after crash

Police are seeking information from anyone who saw a collision that left three people needing hospital treatment.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/witness-appeal-after-crash-182206/

Fish and chip shop gets hygiene battering

Health inspectors say they may take legal action against a popular fish and chip shop if it does not improve its food hygiene.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/fish-and-chip-shop-gets-hygiene-battering-182202/

Supermarket merger: What will it mean for Kent's stores?

The merger of two of the biggest names in the UK supermarket sector will see the new combined force go head-to-head with Tesco.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/supermarket-merger-what-will-it-mean-for-kents-stores-182203/

Accident causes delays on motorway

Road users are warned to expect 'very slow' traffic, after an earlier incident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/accident-causes-delays-on-motorway-182201/

Home Secretary 'made a mistake'

A Kent MP and former immigration minister said Amber Rudd was left with no option but to quit as Home Secretary in the wake of the Windrush scandal.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/home-secretary-made-a-mistake-182200/

Tree hits car after strong winds

Traffic is backed up on a popular commuter road, after an incident involving a fallen tree.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/tree-hits-car-after-strong-winds-182197/

Slow traffic after motorway accident

Traffic is moving slowly this morning, after an accident on a major Kent road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/slow-traffic-after-motorway-accident-182191/

Sunday, 29 April 2018

Hundreds of patients face cancer delays

Nearly one in four cancer patients in part of Kent experience delays in getting cancer treatment, it's been revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/hundreds-of-patients-face-cancer-delays-182082/

'It's inhumane'

A campaigner has hit out at "inhumane" rules for claiming benefits for her husband, who suffers from a severe muscle-wasting disease.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/its-inhumane-182084/

Was this Kent's oldest cat?

A cat which thrived on daily cod fillet has died aged 23.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/was-this-kents-oldest-cat-182087/

'Body found' at railway station

Emergency crews are at a train station tonight following the reported discovery of a body.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/body-found-at-railway-station-182182/

M25 slip road shut after vehicle catches fire

A motorway slip road has been shut as firefighters deal with a vehicle blaze.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/m25-slip-road-shut-after-vehicle-catches-fire-182178/

Kent rivers on flood alert

A flood alert has been issued for rivers in Kent... ahead of expected heavy rain.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/kent-rivers-on-flood-alert-182177/

Armed police arrest 'knifeman'

Emergency crews in large numbers have been at the scene of an incident this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/armed-police-arrest-knifeman-182174/

'I was having supper with mum.'

An MP accused of sexually touching a woman says he wasn't even there.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/i-was-having-supper-with-mum-182175/

Armed police and dog unit spotted at 'incident'

Emergency crews in large numbers have been at the scene of an incident this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/armed-police-and-dog-unit-spotted-at-incident-182174/

Police helicopter spotted in town

Emergency crews in large numbers have been at the scene of an incident this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-helicopter-spotted-in-town-182174/

Property firm fined after destroying bat habitat

A development company has been ordered to pay £20,000 after pleading guilty to destroying a breeding site.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/property-firm-fined-after-destroying-bat-habitat-182173/

Tributes to victim after fatal crash

Flowers and words of tribute have been left at the scene where a man died last week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/tributes-to-victim-after-fatal-crash-182172/

Man arrested after car flips over in police chase

A 22-year-old man remains in custody on suspicion of dangerous driving after a late night car chase.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-arrested-after-car-flips-over-in-police-chase-182171/

Air ambulance called after man falls from roof

A man suffered serious leg injuries and was flown to hospital after falling from a roof.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/air-ambulance-called-after-man-falls-from-roof-182170/

Weather warning issued for wind and rain

The Met Office has issued a warning for rain and wind - here is when it will affect you.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/weather-warning-issued-for-wind-and-rain-182052/

Police investigate after 'body found'

Police have been called to a seafront shelter amid reports a body has been found there.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/police-investigate-after-body-found-182169/

Armed officers and other emergency crews to train at shopping centre

Police say an operation at Bluewater today is a planned training exercise and there is no direct threat to security.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/armed-officers-and-other-emergency-crews-to-train-at-shopping-centre-182168/

Missing teen found safe

A 16-year-old girl who was reported missing has now been safely located.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/missing-teen-found-safe-182166/

Saturday, 28 April 2018

Dying woman's wedding dream comes true

A 24-year-old who may only have months to live did not allow her heartbreaking diagnosis to overshadow her special day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/dying-womans-wedding-dream-comes-true-182128/

Major chain hotel eyeing up town

An 84-bed hotel, supermarket, care home and 310 new homes could be built on a controversial development.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/major-chain-hotel-eyeing-up-town-182125/

Threat to dump uncollected rubbish on councillor’s doorstep

A disabled woman has been left in despair after months of failed bin collections.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/threat-to-dump-uncollected-rubbish-on-councillor-s-doorstep-182117/

Vicar with a few tricks up his sleeves

A church has welcomed a new vicar who performs illusions as part of his services.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/vicar-with-a-few-tricks-up-his-sleeves-182131/

Do you know him?

This man's help is needed in solving an assault case.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/do-you-know-him-182158/

Vehicle fire sparks delays

A motorway lane was closed earlier following a blaze.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/vehicle-fire-sparks-delays-182156/

Car engine blaze

Firefighters were called when a vehicle burst into flames on a dual carriageway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/car-engine-blaze-182157/

Swim centre evacuated after fire

Firefighting is ongoing at the scene of a blaze at a leisure centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/swim-centre-evacuated-after-fire-182153/

Scene of devastation

A reported break-in and theft has taken place a coastal lookout station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/scene-of-devastation-182152/

Road closed after two-car crash

Traffic is building following a collision.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/road-closed-after-two-car-crash-182151/

MPs back home secretary over Windrush scandal

Politicians have come out to support Amber Rudd as she is set to make a statement to the Commons in the wake of the Windrush.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mps-back-home-secretary-over-windrush-scandal-182150/

Man faces five charges after dramatic police chase

A 38-year-old man has been charged with five offences relating to a police chase which left two officers in hospital.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-faces-five-charges-after-dramatic-police-chase-182149/

Man hit by car

A pedestrian has been taken to hospital with a leg injury after a crash this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/man-hit-by-car-182148/

Appeal to find missing man

Police are concerned for a man who went missing last night and are appealing for help to trace him.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/appeal-to-find-missing-man-182147/

Friday, 27 April 2018

Landlord offers reward after attack on pensioners

A property tycoon has offered a £1,000 reward for information leading to a prosecution after thugs attacked pensioners at a 70th birthday party.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/landlord-offers-reward-after-attack-on-pensioners-182112/

Summer drinkers told 'we're not a pub any more'

A steakhouse has defended its decision to turn away "hundreds" of customers who wanted to drink outside during last week's mini-heatwave.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/summer-drinkers-told-were-not-a-pub-any-more-182041/

'Why have a get together when you’re dead?'

A terminally-ill man is hoping to catch up with as many of his friends and family, past and present, at his living wake.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/why-have-a-get-together-when-you-re-dead-182037/

Broken down lorry caused delays

Traffic was delayed after a lorry broke down in one of the outside lanes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/broken-down-lorry-caused-delays-182119/

Mixed views to Trump's visit

There is talk of the US president being kept away from London amid plans for mass protests, but what do people in Kent think of his visit?

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mixed-views-to-trumps-visit-182139/

New lease of life for hospital

A TV personality officially opened a hospital after a multi-million pound facelift.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/new-lease-of-life-for-hospital-182137/

'I was having the worst day ever'

A Kent woman couldn't believe her luck as she realised she had won a £1,000 cash prize live on air.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/i-was-having-the-worst-day-ever-182134/

Former MEP ordered to pay back £85,000

A Kent-based politician who was jailed for expenses fraud has been given three months to pay back the money he claimed illegally.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/former-mep-ordered-to-pay-back-85-000-182133/

Sexual predator needed makeup to cover injuries

A man who has been jailed for sexually assaulting a teenager in his van needed make-up to cover bruises on his face after he was beaten up in prison.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/sexual-predator-needed-makeup-to-cover-injuries-182129/

Predator attacked girl in van

A man has been jailed for sexually assaulting a teenager in his van.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/predator-attacked-girl-in-van-182129/

Predator assaulted girl in van

A man has been jailed for sexually assaulting a teenager in his van.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/predator-assaulted-girl-in-van-182129/

Relatives of dead Hither Green burglar jailed after scam

Three men have been jailed after convincing a man in his 60s that his property was in need of desperate repair work.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/relatives-of-dead-hither-green-burglar-jailed-after-scam-182126/

Broken down lorry causes delays

Traffic is slow-moving on a motorway after a lorry broke down in the outside lanes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/broken-down-lorry-causes-delays-182119/

Spate of vandalism linked

Police are linking a series of criminal damage offences on an estate which is thought to have been caused by stone-throwing yobs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/spate-of-vandalism-linked-182100/

Arrests after elderly couple 'charged £50k to fix a fence'

Two elderly victims were reportedly conned out of more than £50,000 - for a fence repair job.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/arrests-after-elderly-couple-charged-50k-to-fix-a-fence-182109/

Lorry and car in accident

Traffic has been halted after an accident on a major route.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/lorry-and-car-in-accident-182123/

New Poundland opened by TOWIE star

Kent's latest Poundland store was opened today by a star from The Only Way is Essex.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/new-poundland-opened-by-towie-star-182118/

Lorry accident slows traffic

Traffic is slow-moving on a motorway after an accident involving a lorry.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/lorry-accident-slows-traffic-182119/

Man jailed after beating his victim with a three foot metal bar

Alfie Rye was sentenced to seven years in prison after a violent roadside attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-jailed-after-beating-his-victim-with-a-three-foot-metal-bar-182115/

Pride festival reaches for the stars

Popsters S Club will headline a gay pride event in along with drag act The Vixen.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/pride-festival-reaches-for-the-stars-182097/

Proud moment for 100-year-old Dunkirk hero

A veteran of the Dunkirk evacuation has celebrated his 100th birthday with a tree planted in his honour in a park near to his home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/proud-moment-for-100-year-old-dunkirk-hero-182110/

Obesity problem growing

More than half of primary school children in Kent are overweight or obese, new figures have revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/obesity-problem-growing-182111/

'Rogue traders' arrested after elderly couple charged £50k... to fix a fence

Two elderly victims were reportedly conned out of more than £50,000 - for a fence repair job.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/rogue-traders-arrested-after-elderly-couple-charged-50k-to-fix-a-fence-182109/

Suspected rogue traders arrested after £50,000 scam

Two elderly victims were reportedly conned out of more than £50,000 after being offered a fence repair job.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/suspected-rogue-traders-arrested-after-50-000-scam-182109/

Man and woman bailed after railway bridge drama

Two 21-year-olds, who were arrested by police following an incident at a railway station, have been bailed pending further enquiries.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-and-woman-bailed-after-railway-bridge-drama-182108/

Robbery and hammer attack suspect appears in court

A 35-year-old man has been charged with robberies and possession of an offensive weapon at locations in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/robbery-and-hammer-attack-suspect-appears-in-court-182105/

Number of speeding drivers revealed

Thousands of motorists have been caught speeding by cameras across Kent - increasing by a quarter in the last year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/number-of-speeding-drivers-revealed-182106/

Crews rescue stranded rower from pond island

Crews rushed to a village garden this morning after a man fell from a rowing boat and became stranded.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/crews-rescue-stranded-rower-from-pond-island-182102/

Kent set for April snow

A weather warning has been widened to include the possibility of snow showers for some areas.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-set-for-april-snow-182101/

Man 'pulled from car and attacked'

An appeal has been launched for information after a man had to be taken to hospital as he was reportedly pulled from his car and attacked.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-pulled-from-car-and-attacked-182098/

Budget hotel chain reveals site plans

Travelodge has revealed the 12 towns where it aims to open new sites across Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/budget-hotel-chain-reveals-site-plans-182092/

Kittens riddled with fleas rescued by RSPCA

Six kittens dumped in a box and left on a farm have been rescued.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/kittens-riddled-with-fleas-rescued-by-rspca-182095/

Budget hotel chain reveals locations of hotel plans

Travelodge has revealed the 12 towns where it aims to open new sites across Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/budget-hotel-chain-reveals-locations-of-hotel-plans-182092/

Dead man 'mistaken for fox' on tube tracks

A Kent man's body was left on an Underground line for hours after staff mistook the remains for that of an animal.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/dead-man-mistaken-for-fox-on-tube-tracks-182091/

Forensics team leave site where body was discovered

Police have not revealed whether a body found in woodland days ago - which is being treated as unexplained - is a man or woman.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/forensics-team-leave-site-where-body-was-discovered-182089/

Man's body 'mistaken for fox' on tube tracks

A Kent man's body was left on an Underground line for hours after staff mistook the remains for that of an animal.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/mans-body-mistaken-for-fox-on-tube-tracks-182091/

Man arrested following police chase

A man has been arrested following a police chase where a white van was abandoned.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/man-arrested-following-police-chase-182085/

Police injured after chase

Two police officers were left injured after a police car was rammed during a police chase.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/police-injured-after-chase-182083/

Police injured after police chase

A man has been arrested after ramming a police car during a chase, which left two officers injured.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/police-injured-after-police-chase-182083/

Thursday, 26 April 2018

Bank hotel deal in spotlight

A leading bank bought a Kent hotel after pulling out of a deal to lend the money to two potential buyers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/bank-hotel-deal-in-spotlight-182059/

Funeral directors forgot to dig mum's grave

Grieving relatives were told minutes before a funeral that a woman's grave was not ready.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/funeral-directors-forgot-to-dig-mums-grave-182054/

Ghosts of Kent's business past

Troubles have hit a host of top brands like Toys R Us, Maplin and Carpetright but Kent has a long history of big companies which have disappeared.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/ghosts-of-kents-business-past-182067/

Sending a single text message could make you £1,000 richer

Tune in to kmfm for the chance to win a grand in cash that will be delivered to your home tonight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/sending-a-single-text-message-could-make-you-1-000-richer-182065/

People with guide dogs refused entry

Figures show up to 75% of people with visually impairments are refused entry to public buildings.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/people-with-guide-dogs-refused-entry-182078/

Choir that can't sing

A pioneering group set up for people who are not good at singing is now part of an expanding network across the country.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/choir-that-cant-sing-182077/

Plan to expand traveller site approved

Councillors voted by a margin of nine to six to grant permission to increase the number of pitches at controversial site.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/plan-to-expand-traveller-site-approved-182076/

'They are making our homes shake'

Residents fear there could be a fatal crash as dozens of lorries have started cutting through their village.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/they-are-making-our-homes-shake-182071/

A fourth of students on drugs

A survey has revealed shocking figures about drug use among students at our universities.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/a-fourth-of-students-on-drugs-182075/

Villagers demand measures to thwart lorries

Residents fear there could be a fatal crash as dozens of trucks have started using their village as a cut through.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/villagers-demand-measures-to-thwart-lorries-182071/

Man rescued after 60ft fall

Safety netting could have saved the life of a man who fell 60ft at a Kent dockyard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/man-rescued-after-60ft-fall-182066/

Man died in bridge fall tragedy

Police have confirmed the death of a man who plunged from a dual carriageway bridge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/man-died-in-bridge-fall-tragedy-182064/

'I froze because I was scared'

A teenage girl told a murder trial she froze after seeing a gang of youths attack a teenager who was fatally wounded.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/i-froze-because-i-was-scared-182062/

'Confusion led to crash'

A mix-up over manoeuvres led to a mid-sea collision between a cargo ship and an oil tanker, investigators say.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/confusion-led-to-crash-182060/

Donations pour in for families who lost their homes

Neighbours have rallied to support families affected by a devastating fire which ripped through two homes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/donations-pour-in-for-families-who-lost-their-homes-182057/

Woman injured in collision

A car and pedestrian have been involved in an accident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/woman-injured-in-collision-182058/

'Faulty' lights caused crash, woman claims

A driver says she is lucky not to have been seriously injured after a collision with a lorry which she believes was caused by faulty traffic lights.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/faulty-lights-caused-crash-woman-claims-182055/

Man injured in dog attack

A man was left with three fractures in his hand and bite marks to his legs when he was attacked by a German Shepherd. WARNING: Graphic images.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-injured-in-dog-attack-182053/

Arrest after supermarket 'hammer attack'

A 35-year-old man has been arrested after reportedly attacking a Co-op employee with a hammer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/arrest-after-supermarket-hammer-attack-182051/

Weather warning issued for rain

The Met Office has issued a warning for rain - here is when it will affect you.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/weather-warning-issued-for-rain-182052/

Man added to most-wanted list

Police are looking for a man in connection with threats to kill.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/man-added-to-most-wanted-list-182046/

Man added to police most-wanted list

Police are looking for a man in connection with threats to kill.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/man-added-to-police-most-wanted-list-182046/

Police launch hunt for man wanted in connection with burglaries

Police have added Joseph Smith to their list of most wanted people after he failed to appear at court.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-launch-hunt-for-man-wanted-in-connection-with-burglaries-182048/

Woman in court over marina shooting

A woman denied conspiring to murder a man believed to be her husband following a shooting incident last year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/woman-in-court-over-marina-shooting-182049/

Police appeal for missing teenager

Officers are appealing for information into the whereabouts of a 16-year-old girl.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/police-appeal-for-missing-teenager-182043/

The Libertines to headline summer festival

The rock band Libertines will star in and curate a Kent festival's line-up.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/the-libertines-to-headline-summer-festival-182042/

Map shows Kent's fossil finds

An interactive map has been launched to show where dinosaurs have been found in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/map-shows-kents-fossil-finds-182038/

MPs to probe Brexit impact on lorries

The impact of Brexit on freight traffic is to be investigated by MPs amid concerns Kent could be regularly gridlocked after next March.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mps-to-probe-brexit-impact-on-lorries-182040/

Eight in every 10 calls to Kent 999 phone line 'not emergencies'

Just two out of every 10 "urgent" calls to Kent police were not a 999 emergency, it's been revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/eight-in-every-10-calls-to-kent-999-phone-line-not-emergencies-182024/

Plans submitted for new Marks and Spencer superstore

The opening of a Marks and Spencer superstore at a retail park has taken a step closer after plans were submitted.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/plans-submitted-for-new-marks-and-spencer-superstore-182033/

Cleaner's expose hidden art of TV great

A forgotten piece of artwork by Clangers and Bagpuss creator Oliver Postgate has been rediscovered after being hidden from view for 25 years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/cleaners-expose-hidden-art-of-tv-great-182032/

Car overturns in A2 crash

A car has overturned in a crash on the A2, leading to long tailbacks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/car-overturns-in-a2-crash-182031/

Budget hotel chain plans 12 more hotels across county

Travelodge chain is hoping to take business from rival Premier Inn with a dozen new Kent hotels

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/budget-hotel-chain-plans-12-more-hotels-across-county-182026/

Domino's wants to open new store in Kent

A pizza chain has asked the council for permission to fill an old bank.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dominos-wants-to-open-new-store-in-kent-182027/

Council gags 28 staff members

Almost 30 district council workers in a Kent district have been gagged in five years, Kentonline has learned.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/council-gags-28-staff-members-182023/

Bid to end 'period poverty'

Some schoolgirls could soon benefit from free tampons and sanitary towels as a bid is launched to end "period poverty".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/bid-to-end-period-poverty-182028/

Child hit by car

Police and ambulance crews are at the scene after a child was knocked down by a car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/child-hit-by-car-182025/

Six in every 10 calls to Kent 999 call line 'not emergencies'

Just four out of every 10 "urgent" calls to Kent police were not a 999 emergency, it's been revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/six-in-every-10-calls-to-kent-999-call-line-not-emergencies-182024/

Driver released after fatal crash

A lorry driver has been released while enquiries continue following a crash where a pedestrian was killed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/driver-released-after-fatal-crash-182022/

Appeal following fatal A228 crash

Police are asking anyone who may have seen a crash where a man in his 40s died to get in touch with them.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/appeal-following-fatal-a228-crash-182022/

Terror attacks behind cathedral visitor slump

A drastic fall in visitor numbers to Canterbury Cathedral has been blamed on uncertainty following recent terror attacks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/terror-attacks-behind-cathedral-visitor-slump-182020/

Man taken to hospital with crash injuries

A man has been taken to hospital after a crash between a car and a pedestrian.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-taken-to-hospital-with-crash-injuries-182019/

Woman freed from crash

Paramedics are said to have treated a woman who was freed from a two-vehicle crash by removing the roof of a vehicle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/woman-freed-from-crash-182018/

Man jailed after trying to set fire to car with baby inside

An "extremely dangerous" man is behind bars after trying to set fire to a car with a baby and two women inside.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/man-jailed-after-trying-to-set-fire-to-car-with-baby-inside-182017/

Wednesday, 25 April 2018

Cancer bride's wedding wish

A community is rallying around a young woman with an incurable brain tumour who wants to marry her childhood sweetheart.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/cancer-brides-wedding-wish-181992/

'I don’t feel I have a purpose anymore'

A solider suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder says he feels cheated after having his benefits cut.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/i-don-t-feel-i-have-a-purpose-anymore-181984/

Plastic drinking straws to vanish from shelves

A supermarket chain has announced new measures to be brought in to crack down on the amount of packaging in its 13 Kent stores.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/plastic-drinking-straws-to-vanish-from-shelves-181979/

New builds destroyed by blaze

A fire has ripped through three newly built homes leaving families homeless.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/new-builds-destroyed-by-blaze-182012/

Farmers forced to take drastic action

Unseasonal weather has been affecting farmers in Kent at a time when they have already faced "huge difficulties".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/farmers-forced-to-take-drastic-action-182009/

Shortage of pre-school places in Kent

Children are struggling to get pre-school places after the government offered to fund 30 hours per child.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/shortage-of-pre-school-places-in-kent-182008/

Person falls from bridge

A road has been closed in both directions while police and paramedics deal with a major incident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/person-falls-from-bridge-182007/

CCTV image released following robbery

Police have renewed an appeal for information after shop worker was allegedly assaulted during a raid.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/cctv-image-released-following-robbery-182000/

Two arrested after train station closed

Rail services had to be suspended after a man and woman allegedly refused to come down from bridge over the tracks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/two-arrested-after-train-station-closed-181989/

Top job at 'troubled' school up for grabs

A Kent school is advertising for its sixth head after its last one quit at Easter. It is offering around £100,000 and sea views from the classrooms.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/top-job-at-troubled-school-up-for-grabs-181996/

Top job teaching 1,500 youngsters on the Kent coast is up for grabs

A Kent school is advertising for its sixth head after its last one quit at Easter. It is offering around £100,000 and sea views from the classrooms.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/top-job-teaching-1-500-youngsters-on-the-kent-coast-is-up-for-grabs-181996/

Three arrested and charged in connection with robbery

Three men have been arrested and charged in connection with a robbery.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/three-arrested-and-charged-in-connection-with-robbery-181988/

A2 closed in both directions after lorry crash

Part of the A2 has been closed in both directions after an accident involving a lorry and two cars.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/a2-closed-in-both-directions-after-lorry-crash-181991/

Main road closed in both directions after lorry crash

Jubilee Way in Dover has been closed in both directions after an accident involving a lorry and two cars.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/main-road-closed-in-both-directions-after-lorry-crash-181991/

Trains suspended over concern for man on bridge

Replacement buses have been organised as emergency services descend on a Kent railway station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/trains-suspended-over-concern-for-man-on-bridge-181989/

Trains suspended after 'police incident'

Replacement buses have been organised as emergency services descend on a Kent railway station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/trains-suspended-after-police-incident-181989/

Masked men rob victim under a viaduct

A man has been reportedly assaulted by two masked men who robbed him for cash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/masked-men-rob-victim-under-a-viaduct-181982/

Drug dealer discovered after rushed to hospital

A dealer who was admitted unconscious to hospital has been jailed after police found drug in his pocket as they tried to identify him.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/drug-dealer-discovered-after-rushed-to-hospital-181983/

Man dies after being hit by lorry

A man has been arrested after a pedestrian in his 40s died when he was hit by a lorry.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/man-dies-after-being-hit-by-lorry-181980/

'Jack the Ripper' postcard to be sold

A postcard claiming to have been written by the 19th Century serial killer 'Jack The Ripper' is being auctioned off in Kent next week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/jack-the-ripper-postcard-to-be-sold-181952/

Arson attack forced tenants to flee from homes

A man who set fore to some flats has been jailed for more than four years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/arson-attack-forced-tenants-to-flee-from-homes-181970/

Arsonist locked up for more than four years

An arsonist who caused damage to some flats has been jailed for more than four years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/arsonist-locked-up-for-more-than-four-years-181970/

Council investments in spotlight after £15m losses

County councillors have called for a report on the authority's investment in companies

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/council-investments-in-spotlight-after-15m-losses-181975/

County council investments in companies have been put under the spotlight after losses

County councillors have called for a report on the authority's investment in companies

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/county-council-investments-in-companies-have-been-put-under-the-spotlight-after-losses-181975/

Woolly pigs spotted again in Kent

Three rare curly-haired pigs - believed to be Mangalica - have been spotted in a children's play area.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/woolly-pigs-spotted-again-in-kent-181972/

'It was the funniest thing I have ever seen'

Onlookers were perplexed when a drunk woman appeared to be so angry at an advert that she headbutted a bus stop.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/it-was-the-funniest-thing-i-have-ever-seen-181973/

Family's tribute to 'amazing woman'

The family of a grandmother who died in a crash on the A249 has paid tribute to 'an amazing woman'

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/familys-tribute-to-amazing-woman-181971/

Road closed til mid-afternoon after pedestrian and lorry collide

Delays are building after a crash which involved a lorry and a pedestrian.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/road-closed-til-mid-afternoon-after-pedestrian-and-lorry-collide-181936/

He cried 'Help me, help me'

A teenager has described seeing his friend stabbed, punched and stamped on after being chased by a group of about 10 youths.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/he-cried-help-me-help-me-181967/

Carriageway closed until "mid-afternoon" after pedestrian and lorry collide

Delays are building after a crash which involved a lorry and a pedestrian.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/carriageway-closed-until-mid-afternoon-after-pedestrian-and-lorry-collide-181936/

Motorway traffic held after van fire

Queues are building following a blaze this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/motorway-traffic-held-after-van-fire-181961/

Multi-million town centre project could be sold

A £120 million scheme to develop a Kent town centre could be sold to an new developer, 15 years after it was first mooted.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/multi-million-town-centre-project-could-be-sold-181957/

Child rescued as blaze destroys bedroom

A youngster was taken to hospital and two others treated after a fire in a flat.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/child-rescued-as-blaze-destroys-bedroom-181955/

Ex-Ukip chair's crackers expenses claim

A Ukip constituency branch is being sued by its former chairman over unpaid expenses – including a remembrance wreath and a packet of cream crackers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/ex-ukip-chairs-crackers-expenses-claim-181953/

Ex-Ukip chairman's crackers expenses claim

A Ukip constituency branch is being sued by its former chairman over unpaid expenses – including a remembrance wreath and a packet of cream crackers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/ex-ukip-chairmans-crackers-expenses-claim-181953/

Police dismantle cannabis factory

Officers have discovered a number of cannabis plants at a village property.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-dismantle-cannabis-factory-181948/

Plans for £8.8m slip road set for green light

A new A2 slip road is expected to get the go-ahead despite being branded "ill-conceived" by opponents.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/plans-for-8-8m-slip-road-set-for-green-light-181947/

Caravan engulfed in flames

Fire crews have tackled a blaze that completely destroyed a caravan

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/caravan-engulfed-in-flames-181940/

Novelty dating event scrapped

Plans for a speed-dating event, where guys and girls would hide behind paper bags, have been cancelled due to lack of interest.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/novelty-dating-event-scrapped-181944/

Disabled veteran's medals stolen

A disabled veteran was targeted by an opportunist thief as he slept in his home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/disabled-veterans-medals-stolen-181935/

Delays following crash between 'lorry and pedestrian'

Delays are building after a crash which is thought to have involved a lorry and a pedestrian.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/delays-following-crash-between-lorry-and-pedestrian-181936/

Police appeal after death crash

Police are keen to track down anyone who saw a crash in which a woman in her 60s died.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-appeal-after-death-crash-181934/

Attacker admits sexually motivated assault

A judge will decide how much an attacker is a danger to women - after he admitted a sexually-motivated assault.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/attacker-admits-sexually-motivated-assault-181929/

Update: missing schoolgirl found

A 15-year-old girl who had been missing for the last eight days has been found.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/update-missing-schoolgirl-found-181889/

Tuesday, 24 April 2018

Faulty play equipment blamed for injuring boy

An 11-year-old boy is still suffering pain seven months after an accident at play area in a public park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/faulty-play-equipment-blamed-for-injuring-boy-181899/

Heartbreak as children's graves vandalised

Police have been asked to make extra patrols after eight graves were damaged in a cemetery.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/heartbreak-as-childrens-graves-vandalised-181892/

Royal wedding fails to get Kent in party mood

Highways bosses have received a tiny number of applications for street parties in Kent to celebrate the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/royal-wedding-fails-to-get-kent-in-party-mood-181913/

Terror suspect's detention extended

Police are continuing to question a man arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences at his home.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/terror-suspects-detention-extended-181922/

Historic recording studio up for sale

A home in a Kent village which has contributed to some of the most iconic films in cinematic history has gone on the market.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/historic-recording-studio-up-for-sale-181919/

'He was swinging for me, trying to cut me'

A witness told of having to dodge out of the way to avoid being stabbed during the latest hearing of the Kyle Yule murder trial.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/he-was-swinging-for-me-trying-to-cut-me-181917/

Mystery woman scoops £1m

A lucky woman known only as Miss J has won the lottery.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mystery-woman-scoops-1m-181915/

Concern for man on footbridge

Police were called to a footbridge above a main road amid concerns about the welfare of a man.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/concern-for-man-on-footbridge-181912/

She lost her life 'because of the pleasure you sought to obtain'

A man whose abuse of his stepdaughter led to her suicide has been put behind bars for nine years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/she-lost-her-life-because-of-the-pleasure-you-sought-to-obtain-181903/

Justice catches up with runaway

A people smuggler has been caught after evading capture since 2015.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/justice-catches-up-with-runaway-181906/

Teen carrying knife and sock of rocks charged

A 16-year-old boy who was found carrying a knife and a sock filled with rocks after a disturbance has been charged.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/teen-carrying-knife-and-sock-of-rocks-charged-181907/

Pervert jailed for abusing stepdaughter

A man whose abuse of his stepdaughter led to her suicide has been put behind bars for nine years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/pervert-jailed-for-abusing-stepdaughter-181903/

All change at the top for busy Kent port

A new broom from Great Yarmouth has been shipped in to take over Kent docks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/all-change-at-the-top-for-busy-kent-port-181900/

Teen suffered head injury after crash with van

Officers are appealing for witnesses after a 17-year-old was injured in a crash with a van.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teen-suffered-head-injury-after-crash-with-van-181898/

'Princess' has his long locks cut

A nine-year-old boy often mistaken for a girl because of his long hair has had his head shaved for charity.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/princess-has-his-long-locks-cut-181896/

Demand grows for foodbanks

A charity has issued figures showing thousands more people joined queues for emergency food supplies in Kent in the last year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/demand-grows-for-foodbanks-181893/

Woman dies in A249 crash

A woman has died after a serious crash on the A249 this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/woman-dies-in-a249-crash-181891/

Armed man quizzed by police

Armed police surrounded a house and arrested a man on suspicion of carrying a gun.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/armed-man-quizzed-by-police-181886/

Worries grow for missing schoolgirl

Fears are growing for a 15-year-old who has been missing for the last eight days.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/worries-grow-for-missing-schoolgirl-181889/

Runway plans axed for airport revamp

Controversial plans for a paved runway at an airport are set to be dropped as a result of rising project costs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/runway-plans-axed-for-airport-revamp-181888/

A249 reopens after serious crash

Officers are asking drivers to avoid a key route this morning after it was closed following a two-car crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/a249-reopens-after-serious-crash-181868/

TOWIE star set to open Poundland

TOWIE star James Lock is set to open Kent's newest Poundland store.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/towie-star-set-to-open-poundland-181885/

Man punched in the face at nightclub

A man suffered serious injuries to his face when he was punched by a reveller on the dance floor of a nightclub.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/man-punched-in-the-face-at-nightclub-181882/

Panic as court staff exposed to suspicious powder

A magistrates court was evacuated and staff had to be decontaminated after a suspicious white powder was sent to the building.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/panic-as-court-staff-exposed-to-suspicious-powder-181879/

Man struck in face with bottle at nightclub

A man suffered serious injuries to his face when he was struck by a bottle on the dance floor of a nightclub.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/man-struck-in-face-with-bottle-at-nightclub-181882/

Major incident as court staff exposed to mystery powder

A major incident is unfolding at a magistrates court after a letter containing a suspicious white powder was sent to the building.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/major-incident-as-court-staff-exposed-to-mystery-powder-181879/

Major police incident at court

Police and ambulance crews have been called to a magistrates court as a major incident unfolds.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/major-police-incident-at-court-181879/

Kent's animal cruelty shame

Kent has one of the highest levels of animal cruelty in the country - with 13 cases reported in the county every day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kents-animal-cruelty-shame-181871/

New homes built to replace eyesore tower blocks

Plush new housing - with three-quarters of homes "affordable" - have been built to replace tower blocks.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/new-homes-built-to-replace-eyesore-tower-blocks-181870/

Man charged after tent and sofa set alight during suspected arson

Officers investigating a spate of arsons have arrested and charged a man.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-charged-after-tent-and-sofa-set-alight-during-suspected-arson-181877/

Monday, 23 April 2018

Councillors hit back at house builder's tactics

Plans for up to 122 homes on green belt land have been rejected by a council after being branded "unacceptable".

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/councillors-hit-back-at-house-builders-tactics-181845/

Green space could be lost to new homes

Dozens of residents have been contacted about plans for a new development on their doorstep.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/green-space-could-be-lost-to-new-homes-181849/

Is your house earning more than you?

Some homeowners in Kent are earning less than their property is going up in value, according to statistics from a high street bank.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/is-your-house-earning-more-than-you-181836/

Ten-fold rise in 'dangerous' oyster racks

A company boss has defended a dramatic rise in trestles on a Kent beach.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/ten-fold-rise-in-dangerous-oyster-racks-181851/

Kent's prison-themed hotel

Couples are making a break for it by checking themselves into a hotel where they spend a night in a cell.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kents-prison-themed-hotel-181862/

Lorry fire closes motorway

Fire crews are at the scene of a lorry fire that has brought the M20 to a standstill.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/lorry-fire-closes-motorway-181860/

Residential street cordoned off

Police, fire crews and paramedics were called to deal with an 'incident' in a block of flats.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/residential-street-cordoned-off-181858/

Five swimmers could have drowned

A safety campaign has been launched after several swimmers - including a young girl - got into difficulties in Kent's rivers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/five-swimmers-could-have-drowned-181855/

St George's Day marked in Kent

Festivals may have been taking place around Kent for St George's Day, but many are reportedly unaware of the celebration.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/st-georges-day-marked-in-kent-181853/

Network Rail accused of safety failures

A railway signaller seriously injured after being hit by a car at manual level crossing had raised safety concerns hours before he was knocked down.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/network-rail-accused-of-safety-failures-181852/

Remembering heroes 100 years on

A commemoriation took place to mark the servicemen of the Zeebrugge Raid on its centenary.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/remembering-heroes-100-years-on-181839/

'Thug life' post days after admitting assault

A violent lout who attacked a bridegroom-to-be outside a nightclub posted pictures of himself in a "thug life" pose days after admitting his crime.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/thug-life-post-days-after-admitting-assault-181850/

'Thug life' post days after admitting violent assault

A violent lout who attacked a bridegroom-to-be outside a nightclub posted pictures of himself in a "thug life" pose days after admitting his crime.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/thug-life-post-days-after-admitting-violent-assault-181850/

Three men charged with car park rape

Three suspects have been remanded in custody accused of raping a woman in an early-morning sex attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/three-men-charged-with-car-park-rape-181846/

Woman who crushed best friend with car spared jail

A pensioner who crushed the leg of her best friend, pictured, in a freak car accident which led to it being amputated, will not go to prison.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/woman-who-crushed-best-friend-with-car-spared-jail-181842/

Baby abuser in £5k petrol station raid

A mum behind bars for abusing her baby boy raided a petrol station and a village post office after he was taken into foster care.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/baby-abuser-in-5k-petrol-station-raid-181835/

Fatal burglary suspect bailed

A man suspected of accompanying dead burglar Henry Vincent on a raid on a pensioner's home in Hither Green has been bailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/fatal-burglary-suspect-bailed-181833/

Helicopter cocaine smuggler jailed

A Belgium national who used a helicopter to transport £7 million worth of cocaine to the UK as part of a drug-dealing gang has been put behind bars.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/helicopter-cocaine-smuggler-jailed-181832/

Molly's memory lives on through music

Tickets have sold out for a concert in aid of a woman murdered by her ex-boyfriend.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/mollys-memory-lives-on-through-music-181807/

Inquest hears cannibal cop killer wrote will just before death

A sadistic killer serving a life sentence for trying to dismember and eat a Kent policeman handwrote his will days before being found hanged.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/inquest-hears-cannibal-cop-killer-wrote-will-just-before-death-181831/

Attack leads to youth being charged

A teenager is due in court today charged with seriously injuring a man in an attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/attack-leads-to-youth-being-charged-181823/

Teen denies shopping centre rapes

A teenager has denied three rape offences allegedly committed on a stairwell in a shopping centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teen-denies-shopping-centre-rapes-181825/

Teen denies shopping centre rape

A teenager has denied three rape offences allegedly committed on a stairwell in a shopping centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/teen-denies-shopping-centre-rape-181825/

Learner driver jailed after killing passenger in crash

A learner driver has been jailed after killing a passenger - who had just been told she had months to live.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/learner-driver-jailed-after-killing-passenger-in-crash-181822/

Stonemason abused at memorial to Stephen Lawrence

Passers-by hurled abuse at a stonemason who was cleaning a memorial he donated to the family of murdered teenager Stephen Lawrence.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/stonemason-abused-at-memorial-to-stephen-lawrence-181820/

Force not strong enough with Vader marathon runner

A runner who ran the London Marathon dressed as Darth Vader narrowly missed out on a Guinness World Record despite beating the previous best time.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/force-not-strong-enough-with-vader-marathon-runner-181819/

Cheers! Winemakers unite to boost tourism

Seven vineyards have teamed up to create a wine trail aiming to build on the 120,000 visitors who got a taste of Kent's tipple last year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/cheers-winemakers-unite-to-boost-tourism-181817/

How to blag free entry to Dreamland

The FA cup final and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding will be screened at Dreamland - and here's how to get in for nothing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/how-to-blag-free-entry-to-dreamland-181816/

Royal wedding, cup final and rides

The FA cup final and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding will be screened at Dreamland.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/royal-wedding-cup-final-and-rides-181816/

Doctor 'put patient safety at risk'

A doctor who put patients at "significant risk" can no longer work at the practice.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/doctor-put-patient-safety-at-risk-181815/

A doctor put patient safety at risk

A doctor who put patient safety at risk by not keeping patient records or prescriptions up to date can no longer work as a GP.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/a-doctor-put-patient-safety-at-risk-181815/

Motorway delays after broken down car

One lane was closed due to a broken down vehicle on one of Kent's busiest motorways earlier today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/motorway-delays-after-broken-down-car-181805/

Drivers face motorway delays

One lane has been closed due to a broken down vehicle on one of Kent's busiest motorways as the working week begins.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/drivers-face-motorway-delays-181805/

A curious new brew from well known winemakers

Winemaker Chapel Down's new brewery has joined forces to launch the first in a series of unique beers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/a-curious-new-brew-from-well-known-winemakers-181776/

Sunday, 22 April 2018

Pub's fears over 32 weeks roadworks

Roadworks to transform a huge shopping complex - that are due to last 32 weeks - are said to be having a severe impact on businesses.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/pubs-fears-over-32-weeks-roadworks-181798/

Hospice documentary series to hit screens

A documentary series following patients and their families at a Kent hospice is to air next month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/hospice-documentary-series-to-hit-screens-181644/

Kent to house nuclear waste site?

A part of Kent could be the first place in the country to house a nuclear waste site - the size of 22 Wembley Stadiums.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/kent-to-house-nuclear-waste-site-181715/

Smile... you're on CCTV!

If you live in this place in Kent, you're more likely to be caught on CCTV than almost any other UK city.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/smile-youre-on-cctv-181689/

What a nifty idea to feed people...

A revolution in food shopping could soon be coming to new parts of Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/what-a-nifty-idea-to-feed-people-181691/

'There's been a fight and blood is on the floor'

A pedestrianised street was sealed off by police as they responded to a fight

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/theres-been-a-fight-and-blood-is-on-the-floor-181797/

Police confirm a body found near a main road

Officers remain at the scene of a main road after a body was found earlier today

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/police-confirm-a-body-found-near-a-main-road-181796/

Police confirm a body has been found near a main road

Officers remain at the scene of a main road after a body was found earlier today

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/police-confirm-a-body-has-been-found-near-a-main-road-181796/

Paul O'Grady's famous dog has been put to sleep

Kent-based star Paul O'Grady has paid tribute to his dog Olga who had to be put to sleep after an illness

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/paul-ogradys-famous-dog-has-been-put-to-sleep-181795/

Comedian Paul O'Grady's dog has been put to sleep

Kent-based star Paul O'Grady has paid tribute to his dog Olga who had to be put to sleep after an illness

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/comedian-paul-ogradys-dog-has-been-put-to-sleep-181795/

Hero tells how he saved girl from drowning

River hero Fred Colaluca has told how he jumped into a raging river to pluck a schoolgirl to safety.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/hero-tells-how-he-saved-girl-from-drowning-181793/

Thief jailed after robbing shop

Robber who raided a store and made off with cash has been locked up

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/thief-jailed-after-robbing-shop-181792/

Robber who raided a store and made off with cash has been locked up

Thief jailed after robbing shop

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/robber-who-raided-a-store-and-made-off-with-cash-has-been-locked-up-181792/

Man stabbed in alleyway

A man has suffered stab wounds in an assault in a alleyway and has been airlifted to hospital

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-stabbed-in-alleyway-181791/

Arrest after three 'attacks' in one day

Police have arrested a boy on suspicion of assault and robbery following three alleged attacks in one day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/arrest-after-three-attacks-in-one-day-181790/

Child airlifted to hospital after falling from window

Witnesses have reported seeing the air ambulance land in a park after an incident where a young child fell from a window

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/child-airlifted-to-hospital-after-falling-from-window-181788/

Adder spotted sunbathing at park

An adder has been enjoying the sunny weather and basking in the sun at a park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/adder-spotted-sunbathing-at-park-181789/

Car fire sparks lane closure on motorway

Police have closed a lane on a motorway after a car caught alight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/car-fire-sparks-lane-closure-on-motorway-181787/

Air ambulance lands in town park

Witnesses have reported seeing the air ambulance land in a seaside town's park

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/air-ambulance-lands-in-town-park-181788/

Kent war hero has second Victoria Cross pavement unveiled in his honour

First World War flying ace Major James McCudden, who diced with death with the Red Baron, has had a second memorial unveiled in his honour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/kent-war-hero-has-second-victoria-cross-pavement-unveiled-in-his-honour-181786/

Broken down vehicle causes delays at crossing

A broken down vehicle is causing delays for motorist heading towards the Dartford Crossing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/broken-down-vehicle-causes-delays-at-crossing-181784/

Police trying to find car which reportedly fled crash

A crash caused injuries to two bikers on a main road through a village

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/police-trying-to-find-car-which-reportedly-fled-crash-181785/

Police hunt two kidnapped goats

A frantic owner has appealed for the safe return of two stolen baby goats after they were taken from their mother last night.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/police-hunt-two-kidnapped-goats-181783/

Woman's body pulled from water in harbour

A body believed to be a woman aged between 60 and 70 years old has been pulled from the water in a harbour.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/womans-body-pulled-from-water-in-harbour-181782/

'Disgust' over Windrush migrants' treatment

A former council leader and others across the political spectrum have spoke of their feelings of shame over the Windrush immigration situation

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/disgust-over-windrush-migrants-treatment-181781/

Political figures' 'disgust' over Windrush migrants' treatment

A former council leader and others across the political spectrum have spoke of their feelings of shame over the Windrush immigration situation

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/political-figures-disgust-over-windrush-migrants-treatment-181781/

Delays at Dartford Crossing for motorists

Two lanes of the Dartford Crossing were closed after concerns for the welfare of a man threatening to jump off the QEII Bridge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/delays-at-dartford-crossing-for-motorists-181779/

Five people rescued from river

Kent Fire and Rescue Service has issued a warning after five people got caught out when automatic weir gates opened

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/five-people-rescued-from-river-181780/

Five people rescued after getting into trouble in river

Kent Fire and Rescue Service has issued a warning after five people who got caught out when automatic weir gates opened

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/five-people-rescued-after-getting-into-trouble-in-river-181780/

Couple found dead in their home

An elderly man and woman have been found dead in their home in a quiet street.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/couple-found-dead-in-their-home-181778/

Police round up three runaway horses

Three horses running wild on the public highway have have been rounded up by police officers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-round-up-three-runaway-horses-181775/

Two vehicle crash causes delays at crossing

A crash between a lorry and a car at the Dartford Crossing have caused delays for motorists heading towards Essex.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/two-vehicle-crash-causes-delays-at-crossing-181773/

Fire crews still at tip blaze

Fire crews still fighting the flames at Pepper Hill recycling centre in Southfleet

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fire-crews-still-at-tip-blaze-181770/

MP's solicitor says police have not interviewed his client over rape claim

A solicitor acting for an MP has issued a statement responding to reports in the national media

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/mps-solicitor-says-police-have-not-interviewed-his-client-over-rape-claim-181768/

MP: Police have not told me about rape claim

A solicitor acting for the Dover and Deal MP has issued an update in the investigation which allegedly involves sexual harassment

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/mp-police-have-not-told-me-about-rape-claim-181768/

Saturday, 21 April 2018

Church goers clash over state of pews

A debate is being held about whether to get new modern seating or restore the crumbling pews at a church.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/church-goers-clash-over-state-of-pews-181739/

Kent runners tackling London Marathon

Tens of thousands will be pounding the streets in one of the world's biggest marathons today, including many from Kent for poignant reasons.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-runners-tackling-london-marathon-181743/

Landlord who lost licence claims 'drug abuse is in every pub'

All pubs have a problem with drugs, says a landlord as committee revokes his licence.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/landlord-who-lost-licence-claims-drug-abuse-is-in-every-pub-181738/

Massive pothole causing concern

Rabbits have set up home in a rapidly expanding pothole that poses a danger to motorists.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/massive-pothole-causing-concern-181721/

TV star backs campaign to protect

Paul O'Grady gives support to rural campaign

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/tv-star-backs-campaign-to-protect-181737/

Fire erupts at recycling centre

Huge plumes of smoke can be seen billowing from a waste centre.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/fire-erupts-at-recycling-centre-181765/

Living the high life...

Shocked passers-by spotted a man sunbathing precariously on the edge of a landmark nine-storey building.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/living-the-high-life-181758/

Police issue CCTV of two men after assault

Officers investigating an assault which left a man with a serious injury have issued CCTV images of two men they would like to speak to.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/police-issue-cctv-of-two-men-after-assault-181759/

Terrorism officers stop searching home

Police searching the home of a man suspected of terrorism offences have left the scene.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/terrorism-officers-stop-searching-home-181756/

Fire spreads up ivy growing on house

A roof of a home has suffered damage after ivy growing on it accidentally caught alight.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fire-spreads-up-ivy-growing-on-house-181755/

Teenagers blamed after suspected arson

Residents were warned to close their doors and windows as a barn went up in flames.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/teenagers-blamed-after-suspected-arson-181753/

Teenagers blamed for setting fire to barn

Residents warned to close their doors and windows as a barn goes up in flames.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/teenagers-blamed-for-setting-fire-to-barn-181753/

Power station to be blown up while crossing closed

Two buildings at former power station will be blown up to coincide with the closure of the Dartford Crossing.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/power-station-to-be-blown-up-while-crossing-closed-181752/

Supermarket crash leaves man in London hospital

A young motorist has suffered serious leg injuries after his car crashed into a wall and ended up on its side in a supermarket car park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/supermarket-crash-leaves-man-in-london-hospital-181749/

Drink-drive arrest as Range Rover 'flees on three wheels'

A motorist has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a Range Rover reportedly fled the scene of a crash.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/drink-drive-arrest-as-range-rover-flees-on-three-wheels-181748/

Man seriously hurt in early-morning crash

Police have appealed for witnesses after a man was seriously injured when a car crashed into a tree.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/man-seriously-hurt-in-early-morning-crash-181745/

Man arrested over botched burglary which left intruder dead

A man has been arrested in connection with a break-in in which an altercation between the householder and an intruder left the burglar dead.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/man-arrested-over-botched-burglary-which-left-intruder-dead-181747/

Did you see car crash into tree?

Police seek witnesses after a man was seriously injured when a car crashed into a tree in the early hours of today.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/did-you-see-car-crash-into-tree-181745/

Friday, 20 April 2018

Award for helping Syrian refugees

A woman has been recognised by the Queen for helping refugees fleeing war-torn Syria start a new life in Kent.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/award-for-helping-syrian-refugees-181713/

Car speeding at 86mph before fatal crash

Speed was the likely contributing factor in an accident that cost two men their lives on New Year's Eve, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/car-speeding-at-86mph-before-fatal-crash-181723/

Manager stole £183,000 from doctor's surgery

A mum who siphoned off huge amounts of money over a five-year period has narrowly avoided jail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/manager-stole-183-000-from-doctors-surgery-181670/

MP calls for trust inspection

An MP has called for an urgent inspection of the east Kent hospitals trust following concerns over patient safety.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/mp-calls-for-trust-inspection-181709/

"They are live animals... It's a senseless act of violence..."

Thousands of bees have died after their hives were destroyed by fire in what's thought to be the second attack on the site in Kent in the last year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/they-are-live-animals-its-a-senseless-act-of-violence-181728/

Vet nurse criticised over gundogs

A vet nurse whipped up a storm on social media after posting pictures of her pet dogs being used to hunt birds.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/vet-nurse-criticised-over-gundogs-181717/

Car ramming nightclub suspect failed to appear in court

Staff shortages have been balmed for delaying an attempted murder trial.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/car-ramming-nightclub-suspect-failed-to-appear-in-court-181740/

Delays after lamppost falls onto motorway

Drivers were stuck in long tailbacks as officials cleared a lamppost that fell onto the M25.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/delays-after-lamppost-falls-onto-motorway-181724/

Suspect fails to attend court after car rams nightclub

A man accused of driving a car into a nightclub failed to appear in court.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/suspect-fails-to-attend-court-after-car-rams-nightclub-181740/

Suspected rogue traders arrested after targeting elderly

Officers arrested two men and a teenager and seized a quantity of cash and two vehicles after reports of rogue traders in the area.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/suspected-rogue-traders-arrested-after-targeting-elderly-181736/

Delays until 11.30pm after lamppost falls onto M25 carriageway

Drivers are facing delays, which are expected to last until 11.30pm, of nearly 20 minutes after a lamppost fell onto the M25.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/delays-until-11-30pm-after-lamppost-falls-onto-m25-carriageway-181724/

Dlays until 11.30pm after lamppost falls onto M25 carriageway

Drivers are facing delays, which are expected to last until 11.30pm, of nearly 20 minutes after a lamppost fell onto the M25.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/dlays-until-11-30pm-after-lamppost-falls-onto-m25-carriageway-181724/

Refugee tried to strangle young woman

A man who molested and tried to strangle a 25-year-old as she waited for a lift outside a fast food chain has avoided jail.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/refugee-tried-to-strangle-young-woman-181734/

Man found guilty of raping child sentenced to 20 years in prison

A man's been jailed for two decades after being found guilty of 12 sex offences.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/man-found-guilty-of-raping-child-sentenced-to-20-years-in-prison-181732/

Surgeon suspended for sexually motivated misconduct

A surgeon accused of sexually motivated misconduct has been suspended.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/surgeon-suspended-for-sexually-motivated-misconduct-181730/

Primary pupils approached by woman behaving "suspiciously"

Two primary school children have been approached by a woman behaving "suspiciously" in separate incidents.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/primary-pupils-approached-by-woman-behaving-suspiciously-181729/

Here comes the sun... just not this weekend

If you are looking forward to the weekend sunshine you could be in for a shock as forecasters warn of thunderstorms.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/here-comes-the-sun-just-not-this-weekend-181731/

Huge new rugby club to be built

Councillors have voted in favour of a huge new rugby club.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/huge-new-rugby-club-to-be-built-181726/

Travellers still at Riverside Country Park day before festival is held there

At least eight traveller caravans are still at council run park just a day before English festival is held there.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/travellers-still-at-riverside-country-park-day-before-festival-is-held-there-181725/

Birthday surprise for 100-year-old

Surprise for war veteran celebrating becoming a centenarian.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/birthday-surprise-for-100-year-old-181720/

Sex pest jailed for offences against young child

Stanislav Fako faces 16 years in prison for sex offences against a child.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/sex-pest-jailed-for-offences-against-young-child-181727/

Brothel raid leads to three arrests

Two women and a man have been released under investigation after being arrested when a brothel was raided earlier this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/brothel-raid-leads-to-three-arrests-181722/

Pair died after getting out to push car

Two men who died on the A2 have been named as it emerged they were struck after getting out to push their broken down car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/pair-died-after-getting-out-to-push-car-181719/

Long delays after lamppost falls onto M25 carriageway

Drivers are facing delays of nearly an hour after a lamppost fell onto the M25.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/long-delays-after-lamppost-falls-onto-m25-carriageway-181724/

Terror arrest man named locally

A man arrested earlier this week on suspicion of terror-related offences has been named locally and remanded in custody.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/terror-arrest-man-named-locally-181718/

Appeal after school girl approached

Police have launched an appeal after reports that a man attempted to grab a primary school girl in a park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/appeal-after-school-girl-approached-181712/

Beautiful sunrise captured as temperatures soar

A photographer has captured stunning pictures showing a sunrise over the River Thames as temperatures began to soar earlier this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/beautiful-sunrise-captured-as-temperatures-soar-181690/

Police arrest suspected arsonist

A suspected arsonist has been arrested after cars were found on fire earlier this week.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-arrest-suspected-arsonist-181705/

Ed Smith named as England selector

Former Kent and England batsman Ed Smith has been announced as national selector for England.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/sport/ed-smith-named-as-england-selector-181710/

Mystery Kent man becomes millionaire

A mysterious Kent man, only identified as Mr S, has become a millionaire after playing the National Lottery.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mystery-kent-man-becomes-millionaire-181708/

Horror smash driver fails to show for court hearing

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of a French lorry driver suspected of causing a multi-vehicle crash on the M20.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/horror-smash-driver-fails-to-show-for-court-hearing-181703/

'Horror scene' as schoolboy battered with crowbars

A schoolboy was left bloodied and with head injuries after he was attacked in broad daylight by two people with weapons.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/horror-scene-as-schoolboy-battered-with-crowbars-181704/

Funeral of homeless mum to take place

The funeral of homeless mum Shelly Pollard will take place next week and a family friend is making a final appeal to fund a car for the day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/funeral-of-homeless-mum-to-take-place-181684/

Council driving ahead with pothole repairs

County council road chiefs say more than 20,000 potholes have been repaired across Kent since the start of the year.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/council-driving-ahead-with-pothole-repairs-181702/

Trains delayed after second world war bomb discovered

Emergency services are reported to be at the scene of an incident at a railway station.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/trains-delayed-after-second-world-war-bomb-discovered-181701/

Mystery surrounds former pub on sale for £1 million

Mystery is beginning to surround the future of a former boozer after it was put up for sale with a hefty price tag.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/mystery-surrounds-former-pub-on-sale-for-1-million-181695/

Violent yobs punch pensioners at party

A rampaging mob burst into a 70th birthday party leaving guests with swollen noses, black eyes and cut faces.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/violent-yobs-punch-pensioners-at-party-181698/

Car bursts into flames on motorway

Police were forced to close one lane of a motorway after a car burst into flames on the hard shoulder.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/car-bursts-into-flames-on-motorway-181697/

Sun's out... but are the pecs out?

As the temperatures hit their hottest in April for decades, we took to the streets in the hunt for topless men. But how many did we find?

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/suns-out-but-are-the-pecs-out-181694/

Domestic abuse arrests rise

Kent Police arrested a record number of people for domestic abuse last year, new data has revealed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/domestic-abuse-arrests-rise-181693/

Groove Armada announce gig

Dance act Groove Armada will play by the Kent coast this summer, it has been announced.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/groove-armada-announce-gig-181688/

Two dogs set to be put down have been saved

Two dogs which were deemed dangerous by police have been saved from death.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-dogs-set-to-be-put-down-have-been-saved-181682/

Town centre cinema and leisure complex takes stride forward

Topping out ceremony takes place on multi-million pound development as opening date nears

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/town-centre-cinema-and-leisure-complex-takes-stride-forward-181686/

Travellers take over seafront car park again

A council says it is doing everything "the law allows" to remove travellers from a seafront car park.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/travellers-take-over-seafront-car-park-again-181685/

Copperfield forced to reveal secrets

The secret to a performance by the illusionist David Copperfield has been revealed after a Kent man launched a lawsuit against the performer.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/copperfield-forced-to-reveal-secrets-181683/

Long delays after tunnel closure

Drivers suffered with long delays at the Dartford Crossing this morning after a tunnel was reportedly closed to allow a large vehicle through.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/long-delays-after-tunnel-closure-181679/

Hit-and-run drug dealer jailed

A drug-dealer who caused a pedestrian “catastrophic” injuries in a hit-and-run in a stolen car has been jailed.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/hit-and-run-drug-dealer-jailed-181680/

Detached burger van sparks delays

Traffic is moving slowly after a trailer detached on a major Kent road.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/detached-burger-van-sparks-delays-181677/

Man detained after 'laying on tracks'

A video has emerged showing officers heading out onto railway tracks after reports a man was laying down on the line.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/man-detained-after-laying-on-tracks-181675/

Thursday, 19 April 2018

Hero saves girl from drowning

A man leapt into the sea fully clothed to save a 13-year-old who had got into difficulty.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/hero-saves-girl-from-drowning-181661/

Man admits assault during street fight

A judge has been shown CCTV images of a fight which left a man lying injured on the ground.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/man-admits-assault-during-street-fight-181663/

Soaring costs put air show in doubt

Last year’s event attracted 100,000 people, but a Kent air show may not go ahead this year because of rising costs.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/soaring-costs-put-air-show-in-doubt-181664/

Three doctors facing investigation after mum's death

Hospital staff involved in the treatment of a woman are to face questions three years after her death.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/three-doctors-facing-investigation-after-mums-death-181653/

'Medical incident' on bus

Paramedics were called to help a person in need of urgent medical attention.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/medical-incident-on-bus-181665/

Single-use plastics could vanish

Plastic straws, stirrers and plastic cups could soon be banned from being sold in Kent and the rest of England as a consultation gets underway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/single-use-plastics-could-vanish-181668/

Vehicle fire causes traffic gridlock

Traffic on one of Kent's busiest routes was disrupted for more than three hours after vehicle burst into flames.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/vehicle-fire-causes-traffic-gridlock-181660/

RNLI warning after two people and dog rescued

The lifeboat asks people to be safe after being called to same place three times in one month.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/rnli-warning-after-two-people-and-dog-rescued-181666/

Emergency services called to medical incident on bus

Delays are likely while paramedics help a person who suffered a medical incident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/emergency-services-called-to-medical-incident-on-bus-181665/

Body found at roadside is identified

The body of a man who was found dead at the roadside has been identified

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/body-found-at-roadside-is-identified-181659/

'He was too good for this world'

Tributes have been paid to a "caring" 19-year-old who died suddenly - after his heart was donate to help someone else.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/he-was-too-good-for-this-world-181662/

Vehicle fire closes road near busy roundabouts

Fire crews have been called out after a vehicle burst into flames this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/vehicle-fire-closes-road-near-busy-roundabouts-181660/

Police have led a woman to safety from a railway bridge

Concerns for her welfare led officers to the scene

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/police-have-led-a-woman-to-safety-from-a-railway-bridge-181657/

Former Kent minister was 'unaware' of Windrush decision

Former immigration minister Damian Green says he was unaware of a decision to destroy landing cards of Windrush migrants when he was a frontbencher.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/former-kent-minister-was-unaware-of-windrush-decision-181655/

Ashford MP: 'No reason why I should have been aware of Windrush migrants decision'

Ashford MP says he did not know of decision over landing cards of Windrush migrants when minister

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/ashford-mp-no-reason-why-i-should-have-been-aware-of-windrush-migrants-decision-181655/

'I hope Danny is running with me'

A runner will take on the London Marathon, in memory of his son, raising money for the charity which helped him get housing and a job.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/i-hope-danny-is-running-with-me-181658/

Major stroke unit consultation slammed as 'loaded'

Campaigners have criticised a consultation into stroke units, which they claim could lead to care being reduced at one site.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/major-stroke-unit-consultation-slammed-as-loaded-181656/

Kent MP says there was no reason why he should have been aware of decision to destroy landing cards of Windrush migrants

Ashford MP says he did not know of decision over landing cards of Windrush migrants when minister

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/kent-mp-says-there-was-no-reason-why-he-should-have-been-aware-of-decision-to-destroy-landing-cards-of-windrush-migrants-181655/

Police release e-fit after woman assaulted

Police have released an e-fit image of a man they want to speak to after a 42-year-old woman was assaulted

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-release-e-fit-after-woman-assaulted-181654/

Drug addict burglar jailed after raid on pensioner's home

A heartless mother targeted a vulnerable widow and helped steal precious photographs of her late husband - years after committing identical crimes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/drug-addict-burglar-jailed-after-raid-on-pensioners-home-181652/

Travellers set up camp in troubled lorry park

Residents have called for a long-term solution to prevent a lorry park from being used as a traveller encampment.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/travellers-set-up-camp-in-troubled-lorry-park-181632/

'I hope he rots in hell'

A man denies claims he sexually assaulted his stepdaughter, who later committed suicide.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/i-hope-he-rots-in-hell-181649/

Kent Police investigated over suspicious death

Three police staff are having their 'professional behaviour' investigated in relation to a suspicious death.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/kent-police-investigated-over-suspicious-death-181645/

Plan to transform former colliery site

An ambitious scheme could see colliery which shut in 1987 turned into business and nature site.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/plan-to-transform-former-colliery-site-181646/

Kent basks in hottest April day in 70 years

See how people across Kent are enjoying the heat as temperatures reach a dizzy 24C in the county weeks after it was hit by snow.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-basks-in-hottest-april-day-in-70-years-181647/

Fur robe row mayor welcomes velvet regalia

A council has shelled out £1,000 for a mayoral robe made with fake fur, following backlash from animal rights groups.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/fur-robe-row-mayor-welcomes-velvet-regalia-181641/

Man hospitalised after teen gang attack

A man in his 50s suffered cuts and bruises following a town centre assault.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-hospitalised-after-teen-gang-attack-181643/

Kent Police investigated over 'professional behaviour'

Three Kent Police employees are being investigated over their 'professional behaviour' in relation to a suspicious death.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/kent-police-investigated-over-professional-behaviour-181645/

Cannabis farmer ordered to pay thousands

A drug cultivator who ran a cannabis factory from his home has been ordered to pay back £13,000 after being jailed for three and a half years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/cannabis-farmer-ordered-to-pay-thousands-181642/

Cannabis factory owner ordered to pay back thousands from crime

A drug cultivator who ran a cannabis factory from his home has been ordered to pay back £13,000 after being jailed for three and a half years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/cannabis-factory-owner-ordered-to-pay-back-thousands-from-crime-181642/

Man trapped between wall and minibus

Fire crews have used a winch to move a minibus trapping a man after a crash this morning.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/man-trapped-between-wall-and-minibus-181635/

Drug dealers caught with trousers down

Police seized heroin, cocaine and more than £1,200 in cash after pulling over a stolen hire car.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/drug-dealers-caught-with-trousers-down-181630/

Witness search after woman raped

Police are looking for members of the public who may have seen a distressed woman shortly after she was victim to a sex attack.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/witness-search-after-woman-raped-181633/

Huge emergency response off main road

An air ambulance, police and paramedics have been called to an incident off a busy dual -carriageway.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/huge-emergency-response-off-main-road-181631/

Police continue to question man after house cordon

A man remains in custody after police cordoned off a house hours after counter terrorism officers made an arrest.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-continue-to-question-man-after-house-cordon-181604/

Police continue to question man after forensics tents erected outside house

A man remains in custody after police cordoned off a house and put up a forensics tent outside as part of an ongoing investigation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-continue-to-question-man-after-forensics-tents-erected-outside-house-181604/

Man injured after town centre crash

Queues are building following a collision between a lorry and a pedestrian.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-injured-after-town-centre-crash-181626/

Driver rushed to hospital after lorry flips over

The crash on the M25 caused severe disruption.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/driver-rushed-to-hospital-after-lorry-flips-over-181625/

Hundreds more homes approved for garden city

A new wave of houses have been given the green light on a major development, including more than 40 affordable homes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/hundreds-more-homes-approved-for-garden-city-181623/

More homes approved for garden city

More than 40 of the properties approved are set to be affordable homes.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/more-homes-approved-for-garden-city-181623/

Wednesday, 18 April 2018

Council boost in battle to remove travellers

A High Court hearing will be held to decide whether a field should carry on being used as an encampment for travellers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/council-boost-in-battle-to-remove-travellers-181608/

Doubt over pavilion flats plan

Planning permission to overhaul a Grade II former theatre into a health club with 68 flats is running out.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/doubt-over-pavilion-flats-plan-181616/

Driver spared jail for crash which killed friend

A woman at fault for the death of a 92-year-old man had 'never put a foot wrong' in 54 years of driving before the fatal accident.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/driver-spared-jail-for-crash-which-killed-friend-181613/

Police called over customer's toilet use

An Asda customer says he's been banned from a store for visiting the loo without having bought anything.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-called-over-customers-toilet-use-181589/

Record-breaking year for abuse reports

A children's charity has revealed a variety of calls from people in Kent about incidents of abuse, neglect and bullying.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/record-breaking-year-for-abuse-reports-181615/

Kent celebrates World Heritage Day

Officials have been celebrating all things cultural as the county marks its historic places.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-celebrates-world-heritage-day-181614/

Police and forensics tent at home for 'ongoing investigation'

Police have put up a cordon and forensics tent as officers carry out an ongoing investigation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-and-forensics-tent-at-home-for-ongoing-investigation-181604/

Suspected child groomer arrested after sting

A man has been arrested on suspicion of child sex offences after a paedophile hunter sting.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/suspected-child-groomer-arrested-after-sting-181601/

Rush hour delays from London

Several trains have been delayed and cancelled due to signalling faults at London Bridge.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/rush-hour-delays-from-london-181600/

Second time lucky for failed ice rink?

A bid to better last year’s failed attempt at delivering an ice rink to Kent has been launched.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/second-time-lucky-for-failed-ice-rink-181598/

Head quits 1,512-pupil school to go back to teaching

A head teacher has quit a 1,512-pupil secondary school after 18 months. It is the sixth change at the top in nine years.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/head-quits-1-512-pupil-school-to-go-back-to-teaching-181599/

Travellers move onto council car park

A council-owned car park next to Dreamland has been descended on by travellers.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/travellers-move-onto-council-car-park-181595/

Bomb disposal unit called to village

A bomb found in a village this morning had been used as a door stop.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/bomb-disposal-unit-called-to-village-181594/

Emergency services looking for man in river

Police officers and coastguards have been seen near the river this afternoon.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/emergency-services-looking-for-man-in-river-181593/

Teacher accused of historic sex offences found hanged: Inquest

An inquest has opened into the death of a former teacher who was facing trial for historic sexual offences.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/teacher-accused-of-historic-sex-offences-found-hanged-inquest-181579/

Motorcyclist injured in crash

Emergency services remain at the scene of a town centre collision.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/motorcyclist-injured-in-crash-181591/

Loneliness inquiry launched by council

Kent County Council has launched an inquiry into the causes and effects of social isolation.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/loneliness-inquiry-launched-by-council-181588/

New M&S Foodhall opening date revealed

M&S has announced the closure date of one of its high street shops with a new food-only store opening in nearby the next day.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/new-m-s-foodhall-opening-date-revealed-181576/

Serious reviews 'good thing' for child-protection body, says chair

The chairman of a body charged with protecting children says it is a “good thing” it has faced five separate serious case reviews in recent times.

from KentOnline News http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/serious-reviews-good-thing-for-child-protection-body-says-chair-181584/