Friday 31 August 2018

Book published after 13 rejections

A man has become an author at the age of 60 after notes he wrote 10 years ago were found by his wife.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/book-published-after-13-rejections-188988/

May The Toys Be With You

An exhibition of Star Wars toys collected by a Kent dad has been smashing records as it tours the country.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/may-the-toys-be-with-you-188993/

'They told me I'd never walk again'

A 22-year-old has defied the odds after suffering a stroke when trying to cure her epilepsy

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/they-told-me-id-never-walk-again-189002/

Bad Brexit could 'mess up' Kent port's economy

A shadow cabinet member says the wrong deal to leave the EU could have severe local effect.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/bad-brexit-could-mess-up-kent-ports-economy-189017/

Are you worried about getting old?

The number of elderly people in Kent needing round-the-clock care is set to double, says a study.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/are-you-worried-about-getting-old-189020/

Pledge to improve park's 'appalling' toilets

A multi-million pound visitor centre refurbishment has been given the green light.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/pledge-to-improve-parks-appalling-toilets-189018/

Fire forces family into single room

A large family has been left living in a single room as they await repairs to their fire damaged home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/fire-forces-family-into-single-room-189016/

kmfm listener bags a grand

A woman will be celebrating a family barbecue in style after winning a cash prize.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kmfm-listener-bags-a-grand-189015/

Police appeal after armed robbery

Two men have been arrested following an armed raid on a bookmakers where a "large quantity of money" was reported stolen.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/police-appeal-after-armed-robbery-189014/

Police appeal following armed robbery

Two men have been arrested following an armed raid on a bookmakers where a "large quantity of money" was reported stolen.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/police-appeal-following-armed-robbery-189014/

Threat to wedding firm as council denies permission

A wedding business in a family home is under threat after a council rejected a planning application - despite it already having held seven nuptials.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/threat-to-wedding-firm-as-council-denies-permission-189013/

Football agent charged over bribery

A football agent has been charged in connection with bribery at a League One football club along with its former assistant manager.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/football-agent-charged-over-bribery-189012/

Bridge plans look loopy

This loop-the-loop bridge will draw the eye if plans for a regeneration scheme are given the go-ahead.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/bridge-plans-look-loopy-188958/

Stun gun puts shocked man in jail

A man has been jailed for buying a stun gun on the internet to muck about with friends - after an ex-girlfriend he assaulted alerted police.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/stun-gun-puts-shocked-man-in-jail-189010/

Playing computer games for a living

Eight people have managed to turn their pastime into their profession.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/playing-computer-games-for-a-living-189009/

MP in talks over third train station

A long-discussed proposal for a third railway station in a city looks set to take a step forward following talks between an MP and Network Rail.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/mp-in-talks-over-third-train-station-188985/

Man in court after robbery

A man has appeared in front of magistrates charged with robbery and fraud after his arrest caused traffic chaos.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-in-court-after-robbery-189005/

Homebase confirms closure of store

Struggling DIY chain Homebase has confirmed the closure of the store as part of restructure plans.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/homebase-confirms-closure-of-store-188998/

MP in talks over new train station

A long-discussed proposal for a third railway station in a city looks set to take a step forward following talks between an MP and Network Rail.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/mp-in-talks-over-new-train-station-188985/

Pensioner's walking stick stolen after dog attack

A pensioner had his walking stick stolen by a thug after he used it to protect his dog from attack - and was then threatened by a woman on crutches.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/pensioners-walking-stick-stolen-after-dog-attack-188994/

VIDEO: Rare waterspouts spotted in Kent

An incredible natural phenomenon has been captured off the Kent coast.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/video-rare-waterspouts-spotted-in-kent-188995/

Rare waterspouts spotted in Kent

An incredible natural phenomenon has been captured off the Kent coast.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/rare-waterspouts-spotted-in-kent-188995/

House used as drug-dealing base closed

A ban has been put in place on anyone - including the tenant - entering a house known for persistent antisocial behaviour and drug-related issues.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/house-used-as-drug-dealing-base-closed-188989/

Council fined £200k over school asbestos

Kent County Council has been fined £200,000 after asbestos was discovered in a school.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/council-fined-200k-over-school-asbestos-188991/

Trust investigates Grenfell Tower fraudster

Health trust bosses have launched a £35,000 fraud investigation into the woman who stole from Grenfell fire victims.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/trust-investigates-grenfell-tower-fraudster-188986/

Men charged with £1.3m fraud

Six men from the county have been charged for their alleged involvement in two sales scams worth a combined £1.3 million.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/men-charged-with-1-3m-fraud-188987/

Pony rescued from dyke

A mare was rescued after getting trapped in a water-filled dyke.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/pony-rescued-from-dyke-188984/

'Completely out of control' thug avoids jail

A drunken man who turned a university students’ Halloween party into a nightmare with a violent outburst has avoided jail.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/completely-out-of-control-thug-avoids-jail-188983/

Organisers apologise after cancelling German beer festivals

Organisers behind two Oktoberfest events in Kent have said they're sorry after they failed to secure appropriate venues.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/organisers-apologise-after-cancelling-german-beer-festivals-188982/

Celebrity chef restaurant open from today

A new Marco Pierre White restaurant and fish and chip shop have had their first customers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/celebrity-chef-restaurant-open-from-today-188980/

Fire engine gets stuck

Fire crews have issued a plea to motorists after an engine got stuck in a medieval village's narrow streets.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/fire-engine-gets-stuck-188978/

Car fire spreads to building

Firefighters tackled a blaze on an industrial estate after it spread from a nearby car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/car-fire-spreads-to-building-188972/

Get carried away with your shopping

A supermarket is adopting a novel way to encourage shoppers into its store – a free taxi ride home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/get-carried-away-with-your-shopping-188947/

Rise of the 'casino councils'

Cash-strapped councils in Kent are risking millions of pounds of taxpayers' cash buying offices, shops and restaurants amid cuts in government grants.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/rise-of-the-casino-councils-188976/

Kent's most picturesque towns revealed

Kent has more picturesque towns than anywhere else in the country, according to new research.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kents-most-picturesque-towns-revealed-188974/

Urgent action needed on Universal Credit, says Bishop

A high-ranking bishop has called on the Government to "fix" its controversial Universal Credit benefit system, amid a surge in demand at food banks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/urgent-action-needed-on-universal-credit-says-bishop-188971/

Fire rips through Chinese takeaway

A blaze ripped through a Chinese takeaway in the early hours of the morning, destroying the ground floor.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/fire-rips-through-chinese-takeaway-188967/

Little Harrison needs a wheelchair for school

A mum has launched a fundraising campaign for cash to buy a specialist wheelchair for her four year-old son which he needs to get him to school

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/little-harrison-needs-a-wheelchair-for-school-188965/

Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after crash

A road has been closed following a smash involving a motorcyclist.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/motorcyclist-airlifted-to-hospital-after-crash-188963/

Giant plant on roundabout turns heads

An exotic plant growing on a ring road has produced an eye-catching 25ft tall flower stalk.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/giant-plant-on-roundabout-turns-heads-188964/

Air ambulance called after crash

A road has been closed following a smash involving a motorcyclist.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/air-ambulance-called-after-crash-188963/

Thursday 30 August 2018

Healthy baby died sleeping between parents

A healthy baby girl died after sleeping on a duvet between her parents, an inquest has heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/healthy-baby-died-sleeping-between-parents-188944/

'People are still looking for them'

A bailiff who repossessed a funeral parlour where a man stole his mother-in-law's body said families still do not have their loved-ones' remains.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/people-are-still-looking-for-them-188948/

Power station plan for run-down warehouse

A power station could be built on an industrial estate to help ease pressures on the National Grid at times of high demand.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/power-station-plan-for-run-down-warehouse-188945/

Warehouse plans to create 100 jobs

A £12 million industrial scheme will deliver up to 100 jobs when it is up and running next summer.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/warehouse-plans-to-create-100-jobs-188933/

Win £1,000 today

Listeners to kmfm can have £1,000 in their pocket before the weekend as part of Thousand Pound Friday.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/win-1-000-today-188946/

Grindr killer appeals convictions

Serial killer Stephen Port has lodged an appeal against his murder convictions, it is understood.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/grindr-killer-appeals-convictions-188943/

Fallen tarpaulin causes delays

Motorists were left in long queues during the rush hour after a giant tarpaulin fell onto the motorway.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/fallen-tarpaulin-causes-delays-188941/

Man 'never kicked' victim in drunken attack

The man accused of leaving a rival in a coma after punching and kicking him during a drunken fight told a jury “I punched him but I never kicked him".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-never-kicked-victim-in-drunken-attack-188942/

Accident in tunnel

Three cars have been involved in a collision in a tunnel.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/accident-in-tunnel-188940/

Search for missing 24-year-old

Police have issued an appeal to find a missing woman last seen more than a week ago.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/search-for-missing-24-year-old-188937/

Fisherman nets explosive catch in war bomb drama

A construction worker’s evening of magnet fishing took an unusual turn when he pulled a wartime shell out of the water.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fisherman-nets-explosive-catch-in-war-bomb-drama-188926/

Health hazard fears as rubbish pile near surgery attracts rats

A landlord claims rats have infested waste just feet from a health centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/health-hazard-fears-as-rubbish-pile-near-surgery-attracts-rats-188922/

Council puts hundreds of women on zero-hours contracts

Women are three times more likely to be on zero-hours contracts than men at Kent County Council, figures obtained by the KM Group reveal.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/council-puts-hundreds-of-women-on-zero-hours-contracts-188935/

More than £75k of drugs found in home

A drug dealer high up in the supply chain has been jailed for nearly seven years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/more-than-75k-of-drugs-found-in-home-188931/

Three cars crash ahead of evening rush

Drivers on the A26 are set to face delays following a smash involving three vehicles.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/three-cars-crash-ahead-of-evening-rush-188928/

11 pictures that prove Kent is the Garden of England

With its rolling hills, quaint pubs and stunning sunsets, Kent really is a beautiful place to live. Here's 11 pictures that do it justice...

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/11-pictures-that-prove-kent-is-the-garden-of-england-188930/

Crews tackle bedroom fire

Firefighters remain at the scene of a blaze in a residential street.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crews-tackle-bedroom-fire-188923/

Five Guys to close down

Bad news for burger lovers as Five Guys has announced one of its Kent branches is to close down.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/five-guys-to-close-down-188924/

Pervert's confession caught on tape

A pervert had denied sexually abusing a young girl despite a recording being made of him confessing and apologising.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/perverts-confession-caught-on-tape-188921/

A21 reopened following crash

The A21 has reopened following a crash between a lorry and a car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/a21-reopened-following-crash-188920/

A21 closed in both directions

Traffic is building after an accident between a lorry and a car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/a21-closed-in-both-directions-188920/

'I stole my mother-in-law's body'

A husband has admitted he became so desperate with a funeral director's service he broke into the parlour and "stole" his mother-in-law's body.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/i-stole-my-mother-in-laws-body-188893/

Policeman in court after 'graveyard incident'

A policeman has appeared in court accused of misconduct in a public office.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/policeman-in-court-after-graveyard-incident-188916/

Flytippers fined thousand of pounds

A council has cracked down on fly-tipping by issuing thousands of pounds fines to people caught.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/flytippers-fined-thousand-of-pounds-188915/

Fools and Horses' star cancels charity bus trip

The actor who played Mickey Pearce in Only Fools and Horses was forced to pull out of a bus trip recreating the classic Jolly Boys' Outing to Margate.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/fools-and-horses-star-cancels-charity-bus-trip-188911/

Woman's jaw fractured in headbutt attack

A woman headbutted by a vicious lover was given tablets by a hospital doctor for concussion and sent home, a court has heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/womans-jaw-fractured-in-headbutt-attack-188910/

GP merger proposals postponed

The group which plans and buys GP services has said more discussion with patients is needed before a decision can be made.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/gp-merger-proposals-postponed-188906/

'Burglar' found in loft after house flooded

A suspected burglar was found in the loft of a house by police and copper pipes were found damaged after reports of loud banging.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/burglar-found-in-loft-after-house-flooded-188905/

New dates for weekend motorway closures

A stretch of the M20 is set to be closed for two full weekends after work was previously put on hold.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/new-dates-for-weekend-motorway-closures-188900/

Protest held to stop GP closure plans

Protestors shouted save our surgery outside NHS offices amid plans to close medical practices.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/protest-held-to-stop-gp-closure-plans-188896/

Driver runs away from crash scene

Police are searching for the occupants of a car which crashed on a busy bypass.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/driver-runs-away-from-crash-scene-188889/

Wednesday 29 August 2018

Kent's weak bridges in spotlight

Twenty-nine structures managed by Kent County Council have been classified as "substandard".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/kents-weak-bridges-in-spotlight-188872/

Mum died after seizure

Details have emerged of a 999 call made by the boyfriend of a woman who was crying in pain.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/mum-died-after-seizure-188874/

Thousands could be left without GP

A doctor's surgery in special measures could be shut down after getting a second 'inadequate' rating.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/thousands-could-be-left-without-gp-188857/

Bake off is back

Former Great British Bake Off star Chetna Makan has been cooking up a storm with KMTV.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/bake-off-is-back-188886/

What's your biggest bugbear?

People in the county reveal the little things that push them over the edge.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/whats-your-biggest-bugbear-188885/

Six arrested after drugs raid

Four people have been arrested and two charged following an early morning drugs raid.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/six-arrested-after-drugs-raid-188880/

Securitas thief paid back only £420

A cagefighter who took part in Britain's biggest cash heist has been let off paying back his ill-gotten gains by a judge.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/securitas-thief-paid-back-only-420-188884/

Woman 'robbed' in car park

A man has been charged with robbing a woman in a shopping centre car park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-robbed-in-car-park-188877/

Car and lorry crash on M20

A woman has been taken to hospital following a crash involving a car and a lorry.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/car-and-lorry-crash-on-m20-188883/

Illegal immigrant pretended to be doctor at hospital

An illegal immigrant was caught wandering around a hospital's A&E department with a fake doctor’s ID in an attempt to impress his would-be in-laws.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/illegal-immigrant-pretended-to-be-doctor-at-hospital-188878/

Twins jailed for train station attack

A railway worker was left with a "significant long-term injury" after an unprovoked attack.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/twins-jailed-for-train-station-attack-188800/

'Somebody could have died'

Shocked shoppers looked on in horror after a huge shop sign fell onto the path below in a town centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/somebody-could-have-died-188873/

Jail for man who 'tortured' child

A cruel man has been jailed for the "horrific torture" of a child 20 years ago where he submitted her to vile debauched sex acts.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/jail-for-man-who-tortured-child-188871/

'Punches thrown' at roundabout

Police are appealing for witnesses following a scuffle between two drivers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/punches-thrown-at-roundabout-188856/

Call for crackdown on 'zombie drugs'

Kent's police commissioner has called for tougher sentences for users and dealers of so-called Spice drugs amid growing concerns.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/call-for-crackdown-on-zombie-drugs-188858/

A249 delays after police stop vehicle

Drivers are being warned of delays after officers stopped a vehicle following a robbery.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/a249-delays-after-police-stop-vehicle-188853/

Police appeal for information after attempted robbery

A cashier was assaulted and threatened after gunman enters petrol station demanding cash from the till.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/police-appeal-for-information-after-attempted-robbery-188850/

Family's plea following death of motorcyclist

The grieving family of a husband-to-be killed in a tragic crash have urged highways officials to mark the side of a road to prevent future deaths.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/familys-plea-following-death-of-motorcyclist-188845/

Trains cancelled after thieves steal cables from railway

Trains have been cancelled after thieves made off with about seven metres of cable

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/trains-cancelled-after-thieves-steal-cables-from-railway-188848/

Shop forced to close after break-in

A shop owner has been forced to close up after burglars stole stock and caused damage to the store.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/shop-forced-to-close-after-break-in-188843/

Man hospitalised after 'brutal attack'

A man was left with life-changing injuries after being punched to the ground then kicked in the head, a court heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-hospitalised-after-brutal-attack-188847/

Auntie of abuse victim petitions stranded motorists

The aunt of a three-year-old abuse victim used her 11 hours stuck in a traffic jam to collect petition signatures.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/auntie-of-abuse-victim-petitions-stranded-motorists-188836/

Crews respond to 'medical incident'

A police car and an ambulance have been spotted outside a block of town centre flats.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crews-respond-to-medical-incident-188838/

Auntie of abuse victim collects signatures

The aunt of a three-year-old abuse victim used her 11 hours stuck in a traffic jam to collect petition signatures.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/auntie-of-abuse-victim-collects-signatures-188836/

Driver flees after car overturns

Police are hunting a driver after a car smashed into a wall and ended up on its roof.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/driver-flees-after-car-overturns-188835/

Town to get Monopoly edition

A seaside town is set to get its very own version of Monopoly, and creators are looking for your suggestions on landmarks to feature.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/town-to-get-monopoly-edition-188831/

Police ad makes arresting sight

A police advert has left some scratching their heads... as it appears to suggest an officer has fled from jail.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/police-ad-makes-arresting-sight-188828/

Chase and Status to play in Kent

Electronic band Chase and Status are set to play a DJ set in Kent this winter.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/chase-and-status-to-play-in-kent-188829/

'A highly dangerous young man'

A drink and drug-crazed thug made horrifying knife attacks on a couple in their home and then mowed down and killed a father in a separate incident.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/a-highly-dangerous-young-man-188827/

Fire caused by deep fat fryer

Crews put out the fire which was caused by a deep fat fryer.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/fire-caused-by-deep-fat-fryer-188822/

Swimmers' sewage warning

Bathers are being urged to steer clear of the water off parts of Kent - as 'faecal material' has washed up in downpours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/swimmers-sewage-warning-188824/

Police officers spotted in residential road

Two police cars and a police van attended a disturbance in a residential area.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-officers-spotted-in-residential-road-188819/

Man missing for a week found safe and well

A missing man has been found safe and well.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/man-missing-for-a-week-found-safe-and-well-188814/

Craig David is set to fill us in this week

Singer Craig David has said his gig at the Kent Event Centre with Rita Ora this week is set to be "wicked."

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/craig-david-is-set-to-fill-us-in-this-week-188812/

British and French fishermen clash in scallop war

An armada of French fishermen launched smoke bombs at British boats in the English Channel in a skirmish over scallops.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/british-and-french-fishermen-clash-in-scallop-war-188809/

Motorway reopens after lorries collide

A crash between two lorries closed the approach to the Dartford Crossing - but all lanes are now open.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/motorway-reopens-after-lorries-collide-188782/

Tuesday 28 August 2018

You can't kid a kid

A study involving goats could have important implications for how we interact with livestock.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/you-cant-kid-a-kid-188796/

Historic wartime paper unearthed

A glimpse of how the end of World War Two was reported in Kent has been found among family papers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/historic-wartime-paper-unearthed-188775/

Swimmer poised to make history

A man raising awareness about sea pollution is due to finish an epic 350-mile journey in Kent today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/swimmer-poised-to-make-history-188783/

You can't kid and kid

A study involving goats could have important implications for how we interact with livestock.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/you-cant-kid-and-kid-188796/

'You'll end up on a mortuary slab'

A judge has given a drug user one more chance to turn his life around.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/youll-end-up-on-a-mortuary-slab-188769/

Massive delays after lorries collide

A crash between two lorries closed the approach to the Dartford Crossing causing huge delays in the county.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/massive-delays-after-lorries-collide-188782/

Officer sues police after dodging live rounds in training

A police sergeant left with PTSD has launched a high court case after live ammunition was used instead of blanks during a training exercise.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/officer-sues-police-after-dodging-live-rounds-in-training-188797/

Man offers drugs to woman near kids' play park

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man approached a woman, put his arm around her and made suggestive comments.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-offers-drugs-to-woman-near-kids-play-park-188787/

Judge slams 'insane' charges against bully

A thug dragged his lover through nettles, beat her up and then attacked others including a police officer - but was only charged with a minor assault.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/judge-slams-insane-charges-against-bully-188789/

Man found dead at fairground was in 70s

A man found dead at a former fairground was in his 70s, police say.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-found-dead-at-fairground-was-in-70s-188790/

Saunders leaves Stones

Maidstone United manager Jay Saunders has left the club by mutual consent after seven years in charge.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/sport/saunders-leaves-stones-188786/

Power cut in high street

At least one shop has closed after an electrical fault has caused a high street power outage.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/power-cut-in-high-street-188785/

Air ambulance lands after lorries collide

The Dartford Crossing was closed after two lorries collided heading towards Kent causing long delays.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/air-ambulance-lands-after-lorries-collide-188782/

Campaign to abolish Dart Charge

A mum has decided to set up an online petition to get rid of charges to use the Dartford Crossing.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/campaign-to-abolish-dart-charge-188745/

Teen suffers face burns after lighter assault

A teenage boy was left with burns to his face after he asked two men to borrow a lighter.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/teen-suffers-face-burns-after-lighter-assault-188777/

11 things you only know if you grew up in a Kent village

The Garden of England is home to some seriously beautiful villages - here's what you'll remember if you grew up in one.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/11-things-you-only-know-if-you-grew-up-in-a-kent-village-188770/

Thousands of roof tiles stolen

There have been three reports of thousands of tiles being stolen in just one area in the last month.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/thousands-of-roof-tiles-stolen-188767/

Father and teenage daughter 'burgled home'

A teenage girl accused of burgling a home with her father has appeared in court.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/father-and-teenage-daughter-burgled-home-188766/

Have you seen missing teenager?

Police appeal for information after a 16 year old went missing more than a week ago.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/have-you-seen-missing-teenager-188764/

New Argos set to open

Catalogue firm Argos is to open a new branch inside a Sainsbury's as part of its continuing move into the stores of its supermarket parent company.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/new-argos-set-to-open-188760/

Town's most popular takeaways revealed

Deliveroo has revealed its most popular orders as it celebrates a year of operating in a town.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/towns-most-popular-takeaways-revealed-188762/

Banker makes £1.5m profit on sale of tower

A banker who snapped-up an historic tower for £425,000 is selling it for £2 million a year later - despite a restoration using taxpayers' cash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/banker-makes-1-5m-profit-on-sale-of-tower-188761/

Armed police called to 'attempted robbery'

Officers with guns were called to a petrol station after an alleged attempted robbery.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/armed-police-called-to-attempted-robbery-188758/

Delays after lorry smashes into central reservation

Drivers are facing travel chaos following a crash on the A21.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/delays-after-lorry-smashes-into-central-reservation-188759/

Thief 'stole cash then exposed himself'

A thief stole £300 in cash from a charity worker's car before exposing himself in front of her and her 81-year-old mother as he ran away.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/thief-stole-cash-then-exposed-himself-188757/

One in three properties missing out on full 4G

A councillor is urging mobile phone networks to invest in 4G coverage.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/one-in-three-properties-missing-out-on-full-4g-188750/

Man plucked from sea in lifeboat rescue

A man was rescued by lifeboat crews after getting into difficulty out of his depth off the Kent coast.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-plucked-from-sea-in-lifeboat-rescue-188752/

Monday 27 August 2018

Firefighters tackle house blaze

Firefighters fought back the flames inside a home after an electrical fault filled one storey with smoke.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/firefighters-tackle-house-blaze-188742/

Jodie's family 'humbled' by donations

An appeal to help a woman battling diabetes and a host of other disabling conditions has reached halfway.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/jodies-family-humbled-by-donations-188510/

Rise of London's drug dealers

Detectives are targeting the rising trend of London drug dealers who move their operations into Kent - preying on the young and vulnerable.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/rise-of-londons-drug-dealers-188615/

Vandals 'playing' with life-saving equipment

A council says lives are being put at risk by people removing and playing with throw-lines and lifebuoys.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/vandals-playing-with-life-saving-equipment-188638/

Wartime bomb sparks alert

Police have called in bomb disposal experts after an unexploded shell was found near a bridge.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/wartime-bomb-sparks-alert-188735/

Cars destroyed in arson attack

Police believe a blaze that destroyed two vehicles was started deliberately.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/cars-destroyed-in-arson-attack-188726/

Man dies at former fairground

Police say the death of a man at a former seaside fairground remains "unexplained."

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-dies-at-former-fairground-188729/

'Class A drugs' seized at station

A tip-off led to drugs being seized from a man at a train station over the weekend.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/class-a-drugs-seized-at-station-188725/

Daring swimmer facing race against time

A man hoping to be the first person to swim the entire length of the Channel is hoping to finish in two days despite setback.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/daring-swimmer-facing-race-against-time-188722/

Police car involved in crash

A police car has been involved in a crash along a main route in a seaside town.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/police-car-involved-in-crash-188721/

Man rescued from river

A lifeboat crew was called to rescue a man adrift in a dingy in the early hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-rescued-from-river-188720/

Coach stuck in village after wrong turn

A coach taking a group of Danish holidaymakers home has become stuck in a village lane.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/coach-stuck-in-village-after-wrong-turn-188719/

Arsonists strike five times in six days

A warning has been issued after wheelie bins were used in a string of arson attacks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/arsonists-strike-five-times-in-six-days-188718/

Three in hospital after crash

Fire crews had to treat casualties at the roadside after a "serious" accident.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/three-in-hospital-after-crash-188713/

Man in hospital after crash

Fire crews had to treat casualties at the roadside after a "serious" accident.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/man-in-hospital-after-crash-188713/

Crash closed road

A busy road was shut due to an overturned vehicle.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/crash-closed-road-188697/

Two in hospital after crash

Fire crews treated casualties at the roadside after a "serious" road accident.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/two-in-hospital-after-crash-188713/

Sunday 26 August 2018

Shocking toll of ex-prisoners living on streets

Nearly half of all prisoners released in one area of Kent will end up living on the streets.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/shocking-toll-of-ex-prisoners-living-on-streets-188566/

Shop's windows damaged in wrecking spree

A store boss is calling for action after vandals left damage in their wake in a wrecking spree.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/shops-windows-damaged-in-wrecking-spree-188569/

Village hosts more filming

Kent is yet again to be the backdrop for a film drama... as crews get set to descend on a beach.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/village-hosts-more-filming-188462/

Parrot stuck in cage during blaze

A parrot was stuck in a home as fire engulfed an airing cupboard - because its cage was too heavy to move.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/parrot-stuck-in-cage-during-blaze-188709/

Crews called to roof fire

Firefighters put out a blaze after smoke was seen coming through a roof.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crews-called-to-roof-fire-188705/

Lifeboats called out three times in one day

RNLI crews had a busy day after three call-outs including a search for the source of a mysterious flare.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/lifeboats-called-out-three-times-in-one-day-188703/

Road closed due to accident

A busy road has been closed due to an overturned vehicle.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/road-closed-due-to-accident-188697/

Baby abuser 'attacked in prison'

A father whose abuse left his weeks old son permanently disabled has been reportedly attacked in prison.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/baby-abuser-attacked-in-prison-188696/

Twister cloud spotted

A funnel cloud has been spotted by a resident in Deal.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/twister-cloud-spotted-188695/

M20 toilet plans dismissed as 'bog standard'

Planners dismiss claims that they are secretly preparing to deploy toilets on a motorway in event of no-deal Brexit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/m20-toilet-plans-dismissed-as-bog-standard-188694/

Woman jailed after class A drugs found in handbag

Sheelagh Tierney has been jailed after police found heroin and crack cocaine in her handbag during a drugs raid.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-jailed-after-class-a-drugs-found-in-handbag-188687/

Lily’s in the pink as she marks her 38,350th day

Friends and family gathered to mark Lily's very special birthday.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/lily-s-in-the-pink-as-she-marks-her-38-350th-day-188608/

Saturday 25 August 2018

Combine harvester badly damaged in field blaze

A combine harvester was badly damaged and corn destroyed in a field blaze.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/combine-harvester-badly-damaged-in-field-blaze-188684/

Firefighters tackle flats blaze

Fire crews used a ventilation fan to tackle a small blaze at a flat.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/firefighters-tackle-flats-blaze-188683/

Fan ejected for racial abuse

Police are investigating allegations of racial abuse from the terraces during Ebbsfleet's win over Aldershot.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/sport/fan-ejected-for-racial-abuse-188679/

Alarming rise in drug deaths

Charities have warned people abusing drugs need better care to prevent "preventable" deaths.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/alarming-rise-in-drug-deaths-188591/

What did the Romans do for us?

New theories have emerged of Roman Britain when Kent was the industrial heartland.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/what-did-the-romans-do-for-us-188634/

Work to start on £95 million project

Work is due to get underway on plans for 250 homes, a GP surgery and a business park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/work-to-start-on-95-million-project-188596/

Impromptu stunt display stuns crowds

Onlookers in Kent were tonight treated to a surprising aerobatic display from a talented pilot.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/impromptu-stunt-display-stuns-crowds-188680/

Teenage boy robbed in street

Police are appealing for information after a bike was stolen from a teenage boy.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/teenage-boy-robbed-in-street-188676/

Appeal as guard injured in 'attack'

A security guard was left with injuries to his head and hands after an alleged assault.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/appeal-as-guard-injured-in-attack-188672/

Three jailed for robbery after attack on sleeping man

A man was struck with the handles of a broom and machete while he slept.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/three-jailed-for-robbery-after-attack-on-sleeping-man-188671/

E-fit released in 'acid attack' probe

An image of a man has been circulated in connection with an attempted pet theft in which a dog walker had a burning substance thrown at him.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/e-fit-released-in-acid-attack-probe-188669/

Bingo hall site could be bulldozed

A council plans to demolish a former bingo hall and build housing as part of a regeneration project.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/bingo-hall-site-could-be-bulldozed-188666/

Friday 24 August 2018

Couple's appeal after much-loved vehicle taken

A Land Rover which helped people stuck in the Beast from the East and took part in a couple's travel adventures has been stolen.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/couples-appeal-after-much-loved-vehicle-taken-188561/

Grief of parents whose son choked on piece of toast

The parents of a voluntary worker who died after choking on a piece of toast do not want his death to be in vain.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/grief-of-parents-whose-son-choked-on-piece-of-toast-188556/

Jobseeker suffered seizure before train track death

A popular epilepsy sufferer had a seizure shortly before falling to his death on train tracks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/jobseeker-suffered-seizure-before-train-track-death-188564/

Should Brexit teaching be controlled?

Your views about the government having a say in how universities teach teach Brexit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/should-brexit-teaching-be-controlled-188660/

Brexit no-deal 'good for Kent'

The UK will benefit from rising trade with the Far East after leaving the EU, says a controversial politician.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/brexit-no-deal-good-for-kent-188659/

Last-ditch effort to save listed building fails

History enthusiasts spent five years reviving a historic building's fortunes only for it to be put up for sale.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/last-ditch-effort-to-save-listed-building-fails-188658/

Big win for couple due to marry

A text message was all it took for a woman to win a £1,000 cash prize.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/big-win-for-couple-due-to-marry-188657/

Police search for missing man

Concern is growing for a 50-year-old who has not been seen for more than two days.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/police-search-for-missing-man-188653/

Crews battle house fire

Firefighters had to wear breathing gear as they tackled a blaze in a terraced property.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/crews-battle-house-fire-188652/

Police search for missing teenager

Officers are appealing for help in the search for a 14-year-old girl missing from a holiday park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/police-search-for-missing-teenager-188651/

Kitchen rubbish row ends with assault

A martial arts enthusiast punched and kicked his flatmate during an argument about rubbish.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/kitchen-rubbish-row-ends-with-assault-188650/

Martial arts enthusiast attacked flatmate

A student has been convicted of punching and kicking his flatmate during an argument about kitchen rubbish.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/martial-arts-enthusiast-attacked-flatmate-188650/

Smirking drug dealer avoids jail

A man convicted of drug offences will have to spend a year wearing an electronic tag.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/smirking-drug-dealer-avoids-jail-188648/

Vandals trash nursery... twice

A trail of destruction was left after vandals trashed a children's nursery, trashing a playhouse and smearing paint on walls.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/vandals-trash-nursery-twice-188607/

Caravan smashes into car

Pot holes have been blamed for a freak accident in which a caravan being towed came loose.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/caravan-smashes-into-car-188646/

Arrests after 'attempted fertiliser theft'

Four people have been detained after a burglary in which intruders reportedly attempted to steal fertiliser.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/arrests-after-attempted-fertiliser-theft-188645/

Man guilty of abducting teenager

A 24-year-old has been convicted of keeping a child out of the "lawful control" of her mother.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/man-guilty-of-abducting-teenager-188640/

VIDEO: Japanese anger in geisha girl row

It's been branded racist and culturally distasteful, so we went out onto Kent's streets to find out what you think about a new club's launch event...

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/video-japanese-anger-in-geisha-girl-row-188637/

Banned items hurled over prison walls

An investigation was launched after murky figures were seen hurling items over the high walls of a jail.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/banned-items-hurled-over-prison-walls-188632/

Lorry crashes with low bridge

A truck has been stuck under a railway bridge after a crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/lorry-crashes-with-low-bridge-188629/

Funds needed for serial killer justice fight

The step-mother of a young gay man murdered by serial killer Stephen Port has spoken of the continued campaign for justice.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/funds-needed-for-serial-killer-justice-fight-188626/

Crash blocks main road

A crash, believed to be between three cars, has blocked a main road.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/crash-blocks-main-road-188622/

Fly-tipped rubbish mountain blocks road

A village lane has been closed after being blocked by a huge mound of fly-tipped waste.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/fly-tipped-rubbish-mountain-blocks-road-188619/

Reward offered after dogwalker attacked with acid

A £1,000 reward is being offered following an acid attack on a man and his dog last week.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/reward-offered-after-dogwalker-attacked-with-acid-188617/

Probe after personal crime details publicly released

Police are investigating after personal details of crime victims, suspects and witnesses were made public in council papers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/probe-after-personal-crime-details-publicly-released-188618/

Jail for thug who launched savage attack

A thug who lashed out at a vulnerable man in assisted housing has been locked up.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/jail-for-thug-who-launched-savage-attack-188601/

Kent man part of huge drug gang

A Kent man is among 32 people convicted of being part of a huge heroin and crack supply gang.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/kent-man-part-of-huge-drug-gang-188612/

Woman injured in catapult attack

A cyclist was left injured and in hysterics after teenagers attacked her with a catapult.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/woman-injured-in-catapult-attack-188610/

Woman injured in catapult attack

A cyclist was left injured and in hysterics after teenagers attacked her with a catapult.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/woman-injured-in-catapult-attack-188610/

Man charged with attempted robbery

A man will appear at magistrates court today after being charged with attempted robbery and threatening someone with a knife.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-charged-with-attempted-robbery-188606/

Crews called after car set alight

Police are appealing for information after a car was set alight last night.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/crews-called-after-car-set-alight-188602/

Thursday 23 August 2018

Couple left in fear after violent late-night attack

A newlywed couple attacked in a late-night robbery have been left feeling “anxious and scared”.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/couple-left-in-fear-after-violent-late-night-attack-188570/

Fatal crash driver had been stabbed

A man found injured after a crash on a housing estate had a stab wound, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/fatal-crash-driver-had-been-stabbed-188547/

Government cost fears over station

Kent County Council looks set to continue with plans for Thanet Parkway Station – despite a lack of government support.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/government-cost-fears-over-station-188587/

Mum's battle to save daughter

A woman has just two months to try and get a life-extending drug approved on the NHS.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/mums-battle-to-save-daughter-188575/

'Outrageous' sign music video ban

Facebook has been criticised for silencing a music video channel for deaf people.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/outrageous-sign-music-video-ban-188537/

You could win a grand

Kmfm is giving listeners another chance to win a £1,000 cash prize.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/you-could-win-a-grand-188585/

WhatsApp helping tackle crime

Farmers are turning to modern technology after a spike in rural crime.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/whatsapp-helping-tackle-crime-188595/

Call for Google and Facebook tax

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn wants global internet giants to fund more quality journalism.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/call-for-google-and-facebook-tax-188594/

Scaffolder cleared of alleged brick and poker assault on pub landlord

A 24-year-old has been acquitted after appearing in court accused of a pub attack.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/scaffolder-cleared-of-alleged-brick-and-poker-assault-on-pub-landlord-188589/

Popular cafe closed for 'foreseeable future'

A cafe, which has been operating for almost 30 years, has announced it will be shutting - one month after the sudden death of its owner.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/popular-cafe-closed-for-foreseeable-future-188586/

Armed police storm street

Two men have been arrested after reports someone was seen with a firearm.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/armed-police-storm-street-188588/

‘If it was not for Louie, I wouldn’t have my Chloe’

Barking dog Louie has been hailed a lifesaver after alerting a mum to her seriously ill child.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/if-it-was-not-for-louie-i-wouldn-t-have-my-chloe-188571/

Eight face charges after violent firearm robbery

Eight people are set to appear in court facing charges in connection with a robbery which left a man with stab wounds.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/eight-face-charges-after-violent-firearm-robbery-188583/

Radio 1 DJ to play summer party

Kent-born radio DJ Pete Tong is set to play in the county for a summer party.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/radio-1-dj-to-play-summer-party-188581/

Two people cut from wreckage

Two people were freed from wreckage after a car and lorry crash on the A2 this afternoon.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/two-people-cut-from-wreckage-188578/

Sentimental items swiped from pensioner in robbery

A woman in her 70s has been victim to an early-hours robbery.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/sentimental-items-swiped-from-pensioner-in-robbery-188574/

Police appeal after road rage throttling

Police are appealing for witnesses after a road rage throttling in broad daylight.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-appeal-after-road-rage-throttling-188573/

Thief to pay thousands back to elderly couple

A man stole more than £125,000 of a retired couple's life savings after being trusted to care for their finances.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/thief-to-pay-thousands-back-to-elderly-couple-188572/

Three injured in 'serious' crash

Three people were hurt in a crash between a car and tractor.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/three-injured-in-serious-crash-188560/

Dog walkers' fears over 'poison' find

Meat laced with suspected poison has been discovered in a churchyard after a dog fell ill during a walk.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/dog-walkers-fears-over-poison-find-188559/

Road shut both ways after 'serious' crash

A key route has been blocked off both ways after a crash between a car and tractor.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/road-shut-both-ways-after-serious-crash-188560/

Video: Power station blown up

People watched as a parts of a power station were demolished.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/video-power-station-blown-up-188557/

Kent pupils get GCSE results

We bring you news from across the county as thousands of pupils get their GCSE results.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-pupils-get-gcse-results-188507/

Biker killed in crash

A motorcyclist in his 40s has died in a crash with a car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/biker-killed-in-crash-188552/

Driver rescued from vehicle after crash

A motorist was cut free from a car after a single-vehicle crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/driver-rescued-from-vehicle-after-crash-188551/

Fruity food fight with Kent ap-peel

Thrill seekers taking part in the world's biggest food fight might be splattered with tomatoes from Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/fruity-food-fight-with-kent-ap-peel-188493/

Kent pupils await GCSE results

We bring you news from across the county as thousands of pupils get their GCSE results.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-pupils-await-gcse-results-188507/

Bomb squad called after arrest

Bomb disposal experts were called after officers found unidentified materials at a town centre address

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/bomb-squad-called-after-arrest-188543/

Missing woman found

An appeal to find a missing woman has been stood down, after she was found.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/missing-woman-found-188540/

Police appeal to find missing woman

Officer are appealing for information about Philippa Baldwin who was last seen on Wednesday.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/police-appeal-to-find-missing-woman-188540/

Wednesday 22 August 2018

Fruity food fight with Kent ap-peal

Thrill seekers taking part in the world's biggest food fight might be splattered with tomatoes from Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/fruity-food-fight-with-kent-ap-peal-188493/

Live: Kent's GCSE results

We bring you news from across the county as thousands of pupils get their GCSE results.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/live-kents-gcse-results-188507/

Mum still in hospital after fire

Neighbours have rallied round to help a family whose home went up in flames.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/mum-still-in-hospital-after-fire-188515/

Power plant blast

A 12th explosive demolition is due to take place at a former power station on the Thames.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/power-plant-blast-188513/

Homes evacuated because of bomb scare

Police moved families after workmen found what was thought to be an unexploded bomb.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/homes-evacuated-because-of-bomb-scare-188529/

Cargo airport plan would 'destroy town'

Campaigners say plans to re-open Manston Airport would be disastrous for businesses, tourism and schools.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/cargo-airport-plan-would-destroy-town-188533/

Gypsies meet Jesus in travelling Big Top

Hundreds of Kent gypsies made a pilgrimage to meet Jesus.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/gypsies-meet-jesus-in-travelling-big-top-188532/

Polar bear visits cathedral

A life-sized puppet of a polar bear visited a key attraction to raise awareness of climate change.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/polar-bear-visits-cathedral-188530/

Homes evacuated due to bomb scare

Police are moving families after workmen found what is thought to be an unexploded bomb.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/homes-evacuated-due-to-bomb-scare-188529/

Woman accused of assaulting police officer

A woman has pleaded not guilty to assaulting a police officer

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-accused-of-assaulting-police-officer-188501/

Flat shutdown amid drug complaints

Drug dealing, fighting, noise and intimidation complaints have led to action from police.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/flat-shutdown-amid-drug-complaints-188526/

Flat shutdown amid drug and intimidation complaints

Drug dealing, fighting, noise and intimidation complaints have led to action from police.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/flat-shutdown-amid-drug-and-intimidation-complaints-188526/

Fury as 180 trees felled for four homes

A developer has defended its actions after a leafy suburb was left looking desert-like.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/fury-as-180-trees-felled-for-four-homes-188440/

Garage flames spread to house

Fire crews have been called to a house blaze which started in a garage and spread over two floors.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/garage-flames-spread-to-house-188524/

Measles outbreak sparks alert

Officials have confirmed 42 cases of an infectious disease in Kent amid a Europe-wide epidemic.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/measles-outbreak-sparks-alert-188525/

Appeal for dashcam footage after death crash

Police are seeking eyewitnesses and dashcam footage after a man in his 90s died in road crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/appeal-for-dashcam-footage-after-death-crash-188523/

Japanese-themed bar comes under fire for "cultural appropriation"

A new cocktail bar has removed 'geisha girls' after criticism by student union leaders.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/japanese-themed-bar-comes-under-fire-for-cultural-appropriation-188520/

Record setter nears goal

An ocean pollution campaigner is close to the finish of his 350-mile swim to Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/record-setter-nears-goal-188518/

Nearing his goal

An ocean pollution campaigner is close to the finish of his 350-mile swim to Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/nearing-his-goal-188518/

VIDEO: Man hurls knife at police

Shocking bodycam footage shows the moment a man hurled a knife at police officers attempting to calm him down.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/video-man-hurls-knife-at-police-188517/

Date set for opening of road at sinkhole site

Work on a sinkhole is set to be completed and a date has been set for the reopening of the road.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/date-set-for-opening-of-road-at-sinkhole-site-188516/

Man jailed for indecent assault on teen

Stephen Jeeves will spend eight years in prison for an indecent assault on a teenager.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-jailed-for-indecent-assault-on-teen-188498/

Elderly woman's home raided as she slept

A woman in her 90s had her home raided while she slept upstairs.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/elderly-womans-home-raided-as-she-slept-188499/

Boy, 5, forced to sit alone on dream Disneyland trip

A seats mix-up has meant a five-year-old must sit next to strangers on a dream Eurostar trip to Disneyland Paris.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/boy-5-forced-to-sit-alone-on-dream-disneyland-trip-188504/

Woman in court accused of assaulting police officer

A woman has pleaded not guilty to assaulting a police officer

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-in-court-accused-of-assaulting-police-officer-188501/

Woman in court for assaulting police officer

A woman has pleaded guilty to assaulting a police officer

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-in-court-for-assaulting-police-officer-188501/

Dealer avoids jail to be with sick son

A drug dealer is looking after his son following a crucial eye operation.. thanks to a kindly judge.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/dealer-avoids-jail-to-be-with-sick-son-188479/

Vandals target historic fort

Thousands of pounds worth of damage have been caused in a break-in at an historic heritage site.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/vandals-target-historic-fort-188491/

Woman burnt by flaming aerosol

A man has been arrested after a woman suffered burns in a suspected attack with an aerosol can and lighter.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/woman-burnt-by-flaming-aerosol-188482/

Alpacas become the stars of the show

Farmers from Kent featured on a TV programme last night, tasked with training celebrities to perform a health check on alpacas.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/alpacas-become-the-stars-of-the-show-188476/

Fury over cuts to over-60s' DIY discount

B&Q has been accused of pricing out hard-up DIY enthusiasts by cutting back a popular discount scheme.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/fury-over-cuts-to-over-60s-diy-discount-188469/

Police warn residents about attempted telephone fraud

Two pensioners have been targeted by telephone fraudsters posing as HMRC officials.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/police-warn-residents-about-attempted-telephone-fraud-188470/

Iconic car brand secures funding package worth more than £1m

A car manufacturer will use £1m investment cash to grow its overseas order book.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/iconic-car-brand-secures-funding-package-worth-more-than-1m-188471/

Man injured in crash at roundabout

The A299 Thanet Way is blocked after a car crashed into a roundabout.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-injured-in-crash-at-roundabout-188472/

Cash raised for dog walker and pet doused in acid

A fundraising campaign has been launched for a dog walker left with burns after he was doused in acid by two men trying to steal his pet.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/cash-raised-for-dog-walker-and-pet-doused-in-acid-188467/

Crews called to 'suspicious' housing estate blaze

Firefighters were called after four partially built homes caught fire in the early hours of this morning.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/crews-called-to-suspicious-housing-estate-blaze-188463/

Kent's military vehicle show branded "dark tourism" in Netflix documentary

Organisers of the annual War and Peace Revival show dispute a Netflix documentary claim it is a "dark tourist" attraction.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/kents-military-vehicle-show-branded-dark-tourism-in-netflix-documentary-188464/

Crews called to housing estate blaze

Firefighters were called after a partially built home caught fire in the early hours of this morning.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/crews-called-to-housing-estate-blaze-188463/

Tuesday 21 August 2018

M25 shut for hours after lorry crash

Motorists travelling into Kent face long delays after a lorry containing flammable liquids was left hanging precariously over an M25 embankment.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/m25-shut-for-hours-after-lorry-crash-188455/

Fresh call for £45m space camp to take-off

Retired engineer hopes to finally get an ambitious space camp off the ground in the county.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/fresh-call-for-45m-space-camp-to-take-off-188239/

MS sufferer mistaken for being 'drunk'

A mum with MS says she regularly encounters unsolicited opinions from misinformed strangers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/ms-sufferer-mistaken-for-being-drunk-188419/

Couple's 18-month battle to have rubble cleared

A mountain of debris left in a neighbour's garden after a fire has sparked a row.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/couples-18-month-battle-to-have-rubble-cleared-188434/

MS suffer mistaken for being 'drunk'

A mum with MS says she regularly encounters unsolicited opinions from misinformed strangers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/ms-suffer-mistaken-for-being-drunk-188419/

Mum hanged herself at home

A woman took her own life following the breakdown of a relationship, a coroner has concluded.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/mum-hanged-herself-at-home-188425/

Time capsule found in church

A glass bottle containing local newspapers dating back to 1881 have been found during building work.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/time-capsule-found-in-church-188452/

Commuters stuck after train tracks blocked

Trains were delayed across parts of Kent this evening after vandals blocked a track with wood.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/commuters-stuck-after-train-tracks-blocked-188448/

Serious crash causes M2 chaos

An air ambulance was called to an accident involving a car and a bike.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/serious-crash-causes-m2-chaos-188446/

Commuters stuck on train after wood found on track

Trains were delayed across parts of Kent this evening after vandals blocked a track with wood.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/commuters-stuck-on-train-after-wood-found-on-track-188448/

Video: Is this the end for the nine to five working day?

Kent is facing a workplace time shift... with fewer people now working a standard nine to five.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-is-this-the-end-for-the-nine-to-five-working-day-188447/

Serious crash blocks part of M2

An air ambulance has been called to the scene of a crash involving a car and a bike.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/serious-crash-blocks-part-of-m2-188446/

Police launch hunt for cyclist

Officers are searching for a cyclist who reportedly beat a pedestrian with a lump of wood after a row.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/police-launch-hunt-for-cyclist-188442/

Theatre plan is on the cards - but not at Mecca Bingo site

A town could be set to get a new theatre... but bosses have ruled out a former bingo site.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/theatre-plan-is-on-the-cards-but-not-at-mecca-bingo-site-188443/

Incident at shopping mall

Elderly lady fainted and is being treated by crews from two ambulances.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/incident-at-shopping-mall-188435/

Jail boss sent to help with 'crisis'

A man who used to work at one of Kent's most notorious jails has been sent to help crisis-hit Birmingham Prison.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/jail-boss-sent-to-help-with-crisis-188437/

Shop blames Brexit for closure

The owner of an independent high street shop has blamed Brexit after it was forced to shut down.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/shop-blames-brexit-for-closure-188428/

Murder suspect arrested in Cyprus

A suspect in the 2016 "murder" of a Kent man has been arrested in northern Cyprus.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/murder-suspect-arrested-in-cyprus-188426/

Babyscrambled...

The Libertines frontman Pete Doherty has shown his talents stretch beyond the world of music and poetry after smashing a mega food challenge.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/babyscrambled-188417/

Trouble on the dancefloor

A pub which saw a man punched unconscious and a woman struck by a bottle of Prosecco has decided to get rid of its dancefloor.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/trouble-on-the-dancefloor-188424/

Libertines singer babyscrambled after mega brekkie

The Libertines frontman Pete Doherty has shown his talents stretch beyond the world of music and poetry after smashing a mega food challenge.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/libertines-singer-babyscrambled-after-mega-brekkie-188417/

Shotgun hidden in bag of cuddly toys

Three people have been locked up fter a sawn-off shotgun was found in a bag of cuddly toys.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/shotgun-hidden-in-bag-of-cuddly-toys-188412/

Woman injured after being struck by car

A pedestrian has been injured after being has been hit by a Mini.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/woman-injured-after-being-struck-by-car-188415/

Two suspected of running brothel

Officers have charged a man and a woman with controlling prostitution for gain.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-suspected-of-running-brothel-188411/

Woman cut free from car after crash

Fire crews had to cut the roof off a car to free a woman after a crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-cut-free-from-car-after-crash-188409/

Mum was 'county lines' dealer

A mother has been jailed for more than five years after being swept up in a "county lines" drug gang.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/mum-was-county-lines-dealer-188410/

Teen arrested in early morning raid

A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of drugs offences after an early morning raid on a property.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/teen-arrested-in-early-morning-raid-188401/

Castle concerts lost cash to the tune of £305k

Questions have been raised after popular castle concerts made a loss of more than £300,000 this year.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/castle-concerts-lost-cash-to-the-tune-of-305k-188376/

Habitual burglar behind bars

A burglar who committed a one-man mini crime wave as he stole thousands of pounds worth of goods from people's homes has been jailed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/habitual-burglar-behind-bars-188407/

McDonald's to close for refurb

The fast food giant will be closing one of its restaurants while it gets a new look.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/mcdonalds-to-close-for-refurb-188406/

Cabbie scoops jackpot with £1 bet

A taxi driver worried about footing the bill for his broken-down cab had an unexpected stroke of luck at his favourite casino.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/cabbie-scoops-jackpot-with-1-bet-188405/

Cab driver turns £1 into £65k

A taxi driver worried about footing the bill for his broken-down cab has had an unexpected stroke of luck worth £65,000.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/cab-driver-turns-1-into-65k-188405/

Police release CCTV image following 'burglary'

Officers have released images of two men they want to speak to following an alleged burglary.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/police-release-cctv-image-following-burglary-188402/

Police 'raid' property

Police are thought to have carried out an early morning raid on a property.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/police-raid-property-188401/

Victory in campaign to reduce M20 noise

Villagers have welcomed measures to reduce noise pollution on the motorway but are still fighting for more protection.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/victory-in-campaign-to-reduce-m20-noise-188399/

Armed officers swoop on village

Armed police have arrested man on suspicion of possessing a firearm as part of pre-planned operation.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/armed-officers-swoop-on-village-188395/

Armed officers scrambled to village

Armed police have arrested man on suspicion of possessing a firearm as part of pre-planned operation.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/armed-officers-scrambled-to-village-188395/

'He went limp and wet himself'

A dog is at the centre of a trial after being accused of biting a woman and her pet terrier while dangerously out of control.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/he-went-limp-and-wet-himself-188394/

Motorbike crash victim 'sadly missed'

The family of a man killed in a motorbike crash have spoken out as police continue to appeal for information.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/motorbike-crash-victim-sadly-missed-188390/

Monday 20 August 2018

Adventurer to take on world after run to Sicily

For one adventurer running to Sicily was not enough... next it's the world!

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/adventurer-to-take-on-world-after-run-to-sicily-188368/

Councils fork out £150k for mayoral cars

Councils have been accused of "excessive spending" after figures revealed local authorities in Kent spent more than £150,000 on mayoral cars.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/councils-fork-out-150k-for-mayoral-cars-188384/

German scheme could save pubs from closure

Real ale drinkers are calling for German-style staggered opening hours for pubs - in a bid to boost trade.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/german-scheme-could-save-pubs-from-closure-188369/

Homes vision is a sorry sight, say campaigners

Residents have signed a petition against a 750-home development - as the first picture is released by developers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/homes-vision-is-a-sorry-sight-say-campaigners-188371/

Return to the meadle ages with ancient tipple

Mead is making a comeback in Kent... and it's partly thanks to Game of Thrones!

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/return-to-the-meadle-ages-with-ancient-tipple-188359/

Video: Is Bromley part of Kent?

Do you think Bromley is part of Kent? KMTV and KentOnline have teamed up to investigate.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-is-bromley-part-of-kent-188379/

Video: Surviving... not living?

The Living Wage doesn't allow some Kent families to meet even the basic needs, it's been claimed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-surviving-not-living-188383/

Giant moth flies into home for 3am visit

Nick Harper had a big surprise when a giant elephant moth decided to pay him a late night visit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/giant-moth-flies-into-home-for-3am-visit-188381/

Delays after multi-car pile-up

Three lanes of the M2 have been blocked after a crash involving several vehicles.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/delays-after-multi-car-pile-up-188382/

Video: Police uncover more than 20 brothels

More than 20 brothels have been uncovered on Kent's streets in just three years, new figures reveal.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-police-uncover-more-than-20-brothels-188380/

Tributes paid to former deputy council leader

A former deputy county council leader who served on the authority for 17 years has died after a long illness.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/tributes-paid-to-former-deputy-council-leader-188377/

Kent comic living the Vegas dream

A former Kent lad is making it big in the City of Lights - on the US comedy circuit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/kent-comic-living-the-vegas-dream-188373/

Field fire sparks road closure

A road has been closed while crews tackle a fire in a cut corn field.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/field-fire-sparks-road-closure-188372/

Do you recognise this face?

Police have issued a picture of a man they would like to speak to in connection with a robbery.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/do-you-recognise-this-face-188370/

Escape room to be opened by leading theatre

Growing popularity in the escape room craze has been embraced by theatre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/escape-room-to-be-opened-by-leading-theatre-188367/

Armed police descend on street

Firearms officers have this afternoon descended on a street amid reports of a man with a weapon.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/armed-police-descend-on-street-188364/

Vet illegally imported designer dogs

A vet caught illegally importing designer dogs into the UK has been banned for life.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/vet-illegally-imported-designer-dogs-188365/

Pensioner arrested for 'outraging public decency'

A 71-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of outraging public decency in a park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/pensioner-arrested-for-outraging-public-decency-188360/

Lee Ryan confirmed for this year's Strictly Come Dancing

The singer from Kent will Breathe Easy now the secret has been revealed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/lee-ryan-confirmed-for-this-years-strictly-come-dancing-188356/

Drink-driving charge after crash

A woman has been charged with drink-driving after a car crashed into a village hall.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/drink-driving-charge-after-crash-188354/

Thousands affected by bank holiday works

Passengers across Kent face disruption this bank holiday weekend - here is a roundup of what is happening.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/thousands-affected-by-bank-holiday-works-188350/

Pervert thought he was meeting girl for sex

A holiday park worker arranged to meet a schoolgirl after grooming her with offers of erotic clothes - but was actually caught in a police sting.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/pervert-thought-he-was-meeting-girl-for-sex-188351/

Bomb found on building site

An army bomb disposal unit has been called to a building site on a former golf course after a mortar was discovered.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/bomb-found-on-building-site-188348/

Jobs up for grabs at homes plant

A house builder is looking to employ more than 140 people to work at a pre-fabricated homes factory.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/jobs-up-for-grabs-at-homes-plant-188345/

Search for missing dog continues

The family of an autistic man who went missing more than a week ago are still searching for his dog, days after being told a body has been found.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/search-for-missing-dog-continues-188344/

Bully ripped chain from ex-partner's neck

A thug who hounded and assaulted his ex-partner of 19 years has been spared a jail sentence.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/bully-ripped-chain-from-ex-partners-neck-188339/

Zombie Crawl 'risen from the grave'

The organiser of one of Kent's largest Halloween events has announced it will go ahead in October - two years after the last one.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/zombie-crawl-risen-from-the-grave-188341/

Kent chef enters BBC kitchen tonight

A born and raised Kent chef will be taking on two other professionals in the Great British Menu tonight.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/kent-chef-enters-bbc-kitchen-tonight-188342/

Celebs have fun on the farm

A new show which throws celebrities into the mucky world of agriculture airs tonight after being filmed in Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/celebs-have-fun-on-the-farm-188340/

Police chase after theft from golf club

Three men have been arrested and a staff member was taken to hospital following a theft from a golf club.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/police-chase-after-theft-from-golf-club-188335/

Sunday 19 August 2018

Distressed woman on bridge shuts M20

The M20 was closed in both directions after a distressed woman was seen crossing a footbridge.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/distressed-woman-on-bridge-shuts-m20-188302/

Drama as defibrillator used to save man after street collapse

A defibrillator that was only installed months ago has already saved a life... with the help of a shopkeeper and a passing doctor.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/drama-as-defibrillator-used-to-save-man-after-street-collapse-188143/

Mum fights off home intruders with toy car

A mum has relived the moment she fended off intruders with a toy car... after they threatened her daughter at knifepoint in a traumatic raid.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/mum-fights-off-home-intruders-with-toy-car-188136/

Shops flooded after mum puts up pool on flat roof

A pharmacy and charity shop were flooded after an 8ft paddling pool was set up on a flat roof above.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/shops-flooded-after-mum-puts-up-pool-on-flat-roof-188246/

Supermarket giant offers £15k sweetener

Supermarket Aldi has offered planners £15,000 to replace mature trees it's planning to fell.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/supermarket-giant-offers-15k-sweetener-188131/

Sailor Hilary Lister dies aged 46

The first disabled woman to sail solo around Britain has died.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/sailor-hilary-lister-dies-aged-46-188322/

Police appeal for witnesses after "horror" street fight

A man and woman have been arrested following a street fight which left young children "crying in terror".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/police-appeal-for-witnesses-after-horror-street-fight-188320/

Driver assaulted by three men

A man in his 40s has been hospitalised after an attack in a driveway.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/driver-assaulted-by-three-men-188319/

Dog walker suffers 'acid attack'

Dog walker suffers burns to his face after two men spray him with unknown substance while trying to steal his animal.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/dog-walker-suffers-acid-attack-188317/

Kent town hosts National Kitesurfing Championships

Crowds of kitesurfers have flocked to the Kent coast this weekend for the National Freestyle Kitesurfing Championships.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/kent-town-hosts-national-kitesurfing-championships-188314/

Police appeal for witnesses after man found with serious injuries

A man was found slumped outside a car showroom this morning with "serious" injuries after a mystery attack.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-appeal-for-witnesses-after-man-found-with-serious-injuries-188315/

Police appeal for witnesses after a man has been found with serious injuries

A man was found slumped outside a car showroom this morning with "serious" injuries after a mystery attack.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-appeal-for-witnesses-after-a-man-has-been-found-with-serious-injuries-188315/

'Chaos' as main route shut for emergency repairs

A major road has been shut for more than 24 hours so Network Rail can out emergency repairs.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/chaos-as-main-route-shut-for-emergency-repairs-188313/

VIDEO: driver mounts town centre pavement narrowly avoiding pedestrians

Footage has emerged that appears to show the driver of a 4x4 mounting the kerb in a town centre road.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/video-driver-mounts-town-centre-pavement-narrowly-avoiding-pedestrians-188312/

Police find cannabis in car at shopping centre

A man was arrested and questioned by police after cannabis was found in a car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/police-find-cannabis-in-car-at-shopping-centre-188311/

BMW driver arrested after crash

Two men were taken to hospital and one was arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after crash on A2.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/bmw-driver-arrested-after-crash-188310/

Broken down train affecting railway services

Replacement buses are in operation after a train broke down. Routine engineering works are also taking place.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/broken-down-train-affecting-railway-services-188309/

Saturday 18 August 2018

Heart patient John to face the razor again - after nearly 50 years

A former seaman is set to have a close shave with a razor... for the first time in four decades!

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/heart-patient-john-to-face-the-razor-again-after-nearly-50-years-188163/

Neighbour tells of 'lost soul' terror plot 'loner'

The neighbour of a man who plotted to kill 100 shoppers in a terror attack has spoken of his dramatic change.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/neighbour-tells-of-lost-soul-terror-plot-loner-188255/

Search as ashes sent into space

The equipment used to launch an astronomy fan's ashes into space have disappeared.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/search-as-ashes-sent-into-space-188166/

Uber-style service to be rolled out

An Uber-style minibus service is expanding to new places in Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/uber-style-service-to-be-rolled-out-188162/

Police incident shuts M20

Motorists are facing delays due to a police incident which has halted all traffic on the M20.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/police-incident-shuts-m20-188302/

Crews scambled to flat fire

Two fire engines have been sent to the scene of a blaze at a flat.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crews-scambled-to-flat-fire-188299/

Man 'staggers onto tracks drunk with knuckle duster'

A man thought to have been drunk and carrying a knuckle duster allegedly staggered onto the tracks as a high speed train hurtled towards a station.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-staggers-onto-tracks-drunk-with-knuckle-duster-188298/

Woman found 'face down' on beach

Emergency services rushed to help a woman found by the water's edge in the early hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/woman-found-face-down-on-beach-188285/

Bunny picture angers town

A controversial graffiti artist has upset a community by painting a picture of two "humping rabbits" on a wall.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/bunny-picture-angers-town-188293/

Man charged after 'wheel brace attack'

A man suffered cuts and bruises to his head and body after allegedly being attacked with a metal wheel brace.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-charged-after-wheel-brace-attack-188288/

Boy arrested after 'being found with knife'

A teenager is due to appear in court after allegedly being found with a knife.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/boy-arrested-after-being-found-with-knife-188287/

Body found in search for missing man

The body of a man has been found in woodland during the search for autistic Christopher Fisher, who has been missing for more than a week.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/body-found-in-search-for-missing-man-188286/

Person found 'face down' on beach

Emergency services rushed to help a person found by the water's edge in the early hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/person-found-face-down-on-beach-188285/

Man taken to hospital after quad bike crash

A woman was arrested on suspicion of drink driving and a man was taken to hospital after four-vehicle crash in a town centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-taken-to-hospital-after-quad-bike-crash-188283/

It's Hogwarts-on-Sea

A Harry Potter fan said it is "amazing" after an international artist transformed her home into a mural of the spectacle-wearing wizard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/its-hogwarts-on-sea-188267/

Man taken hospital after crash

A woman was arrested on suspicion of drink driving and a man was taken to hospital after four-vehicle crash in a town centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-taken-hospital-after-crash-188283/

Quad bike and cars collide

A four-vehicle crash in a town centre resulted in the road being closed by police.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/quad-bike-and-cars-collide-188283/

Friday 17 August 2018

Fizzy drinks trial finds in shopkeeper’s favour

A shopkeeper’s 10 months of “hell” has ended after he was cleared of attacking a 12-year-old boy during an argument over energy drinks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/fizzy-drinks-trial-finds-in-shopkeeper-s-favour-188254/

Heat blamed for rise in strays

An increase in the number of horses straying onto roads has been linked to a lack of grass caused by the heatwave.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/heat-blamed-for-rise-in-strays-188251/

Paralysed biker heads to High Court after accident

A motorcyclist has launched a potentially massive High Court damages claim after receiving devastating injuries in an accident.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/paralysed-biker-heads-to-high-court-after-accident-188229/

Parents unite to fight the menace of gangs in town

Drug dealers from urban areas are "targeting children" in a coastal town according to parents who have formed a group to keep their children safe.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/parents-unite-to-fight-the-menace-of-gangs-in-town-188253/

Video: Violence reduction challenge launched

Police have launched a new scheme in an attempt to combat an alarming rise in violence crime.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-violence-reduction-challenge-launched-188276/

Video: £2m clean-up bill

A council spent almost £2m clearing 3,000 tonnes of waste from its streets.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/video-2m-clean-up-bill-188275/

MPs call for more e-cigarettes

People in Kent could soon be encouraged to use e-cigarettes as a way to stop smoking - but do you agree?

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mps-call-for-more-e-cigarettes-188274/

£1,000 win brings on fit of giggles

When Gemma Allison was told she had won £1,000 in a kmfm competition all she could do was laugh...

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/1-000-win-brings-on-fit-of-giggles-188270/

Town gets its long-awaited Waitrose

A petrol station has been redeveloped to feature a Little Waitrose in Tunbridge Wells.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/town-gets-its-long-awaited-waitrose-188265/

Clean-up effort begins after travellers leave park

Clothes, nappies and even human waste were left after travellers were forced from a park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/clean-up-effort-begins-after-travellers-leave-park-188170/

Cocktail bar offers taste of the Orient

Get ready for burlesque shows, contortionists and magicians... coming to a new bar near you!

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/cocktail-bar-offers-taste-of-the-orient-188187/

Landlord's outrage as brewery ditches ‘English’ label

An angry pub landlord is refusing to adopt a beer’s new branding after a brewery removed any mention of it being English from its label.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/landlords-outrage-as-brewery-ditches-english-label-188176/

Pensioner's fatal walk into sea

A pensioner was so worried about letters sent to him by police he walked to his death into the sea.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/pensioners-fatal-walk-into-sea-188268/

Pair arrested after police chase

Two people have been arrested on suspicion of drug offences after a car crashed during an early hour police chase.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/pair-arrested-after-police-chase-188264/

Travellers pitch up near hospital

A group of travellers is said to have arrived at a field near a hospital.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/travellers-pitch-up-near-hospital-188263/

One more chance for serial pervert

A gardener previously jailed for looking at vile images of children has been caught doing it again - but a judge has given him one more chance.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/one-more-chance-for-serial-pervert-188261/

One nation... two names

A new party set up by ex-Ukip leader Henry Bolton is in limbo... because its name is shared with an Islamic aid organisation.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/one-nation-two-names-188260/

Caught in the act...

A burglar was jailed after being filmed on CCTV breaking into a house.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/caught-in-the-act-188256/

MP: Should we scrap six-week summer break?

A Kent MP has suggested that shortening school holidays could help families struggling to make ends meet.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/mp-should-we-scrap-six-week-summer-break-188252/

Residents treated for smoke inhalation after house fire

Housemates are being treated for smoke inhalation following a house fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/residents-treated-for-smoke-inhalation-after-house-fire-188248/

Former New Look store has new tenant

A book shop is set to open next week on the site of a former New Look store.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/former-new-look-store-has-new-tenant-188250/

House evacuated after house fire

Housemates are being treated for smoke inhalation following a house fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/house-evacuated-after-house-fire-188248/

Mum's warning after summer house blaze

A fire destroyed a family summer home next to where children were sleeping in a caravan

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/mums-warning-after-summer-house-blaze-188234/

'Loss of innocent life cannot be undone no matter how sorry she is'

A confused driver who went against the traffic on a one-way system and fatally injured a motorcyclist has been jailed for two years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/loss-of-innocent-life-cannot-be-undone-no-matter-how-sorry-she-is-188245/

Woman of 'impeccable character' jailed for killing motorcyclist

A confused driver who went against the traffic on a one-way system and fatally injured a motorcyclist has been jailed for two years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/woman-of-impeccable-character-jailed-for-killing-motorcyclist-188245/

Teenager in custody after serious crash

An 18-year-old is in police custody after a serious crash which closed a busy road for about eight hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/teenager-in-custody-after-serious-crash-188235/

Woman sought after attempted burglary

Police have released an e-fit of a woman they want to trace after an attempted burglary.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/woman-sought-after-attempted-burglary-188237/

Dealers threw drugs out the window

Packages of heroin and crack cocaine were thrown from the windows of a flat as police carried out a raid, a court heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dealers-threw-drugs-out-the-window-188236/

Mum's Kiki challenge goes viral

A mum-of-fours dance video challenge has gone viral on Facebook with over three million views.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/mums-kiki-challenge-goes-viral-188186/

Kittens found dumped in cemetery

The RSPCA is investigating after a pair of kittens were found dumped in a cemetery.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/kittens-found-dumped-in-cemetery-188233/

Huge transformer to shut crossing

A huge transformer is being transported into Kent today - potentially causing traffic congestion.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/huge-transformer-to-shut-crossing-188232/

Former pub gutted in 'arson attack'

A pub earmarked for a Co-op store has been severely damaged in a suspected arson attack in the early hours of this morning.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/former-pub-gutted-in-arson-attack-188228/

House fire victim named

A woman who died in hospital after being pulled from her smoke-filled home has been named.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/house-fire-victim-named-188225/

Giant M&S store gets the green light

A Marks and Spencer superstore has been given the go-ahead by councillors, despite misgivings about its effect on the nearby town centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/giant-m-s-store-gets-the-green-light-188222/

Sean Paul to party in Kent

Grammy award-winning reggae superstar Sean Paul will be in the county this weekend.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/sean-paul-to-party-in-kent-188223/

Trailer crushes security fence at port

Three sections of a trailer fell onto a public footpath and crushed a fence at a port.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/trailer-crushes-security-fence-at-port-188219/

Woods searched in hunt for missing man

Police joined search and rescue dog units as they scoured woodland looking for an autistic man missing for more than a week.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/woods-searched-in-hunt-for-missing-man-188218/

Two cut from cars in late-night crash

Two people had to be cut out of separate vehicles following a late-night multi-car crash on the M20.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/two-cut-from-cars-in-late-night-crash-188213/

Thursday 16 August 2018

Two lorry crash sparks delays

Motorists are facing delays of more than an hour and a half after an accident involving two lorries.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/two-lorry-crash-sparks-delays-188210/

Bouncer attacked reveller over 'bullying' accusation

A doorman has been jailed after he lashed out at a nightclub customer who accused him of bullying a drunk man.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/bouncer-attacked-reveller-over-bullying-accusation-188205/

Fly-tipping menace creating ‘horror island’

Fly-tippers are creating a "horror island" in the county according to officials who blame councillors for charging people to dump their waste.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/fly-tipping-menace-creating-horror-island-188174/

Scents of danger

After poisonous hemlock was discovered by motorway workers, we take a look at the dangerous plants which grow in and around Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/scents-of-danger-188181/

Teen living the dream with Coventry City

An ex-Kent schoolboy has told how he is adjusting to life as a pro-footballer after signing a three-year deal.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/teen-living-the-dream-with-coventry-city-188173/

The £6k summer giveaway continues

You could be £1,000 richer today as kmfm continues its six-week stint of Thousand Pound Friday.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/the-6k-summer-giveaway-continues-188184/

Council approves 150 seafront homes

Plans for 150 seafront homes and a leisure centre have been approved by councillors, despite concerns it will leave a town "ruined forever".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/council-approves-150-seafront-homes-188175/

Vehicle fire blocks motorway

The M25 has been blocked due to a vehicle fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/vehicle-fire-blocks-motorway-188206/

Bomb disposal teams cordon cannabis house

Several people have been evacuated from their homes after bomb disposal teams were scrambled to an address where cannabis was found earlier this week.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/bomb-disposal-teams-cordon-cannabis-house-188201/

Man arrested after cannabis plants found

A number of cannabis plants have been discovered at a house following a police raid.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-arrested-after-cannabis-plants-found-188201/

Driver shouted at pedestrian after knocking him down

An uninsured driver mowed down a man - then shouted at him to get out of the way as he lay in agony.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/driver-shouted-at-pedestrian-after-knocking-him-down-188117/

Fundraising campaign for street stabbing victim

The sister of a stabbing victim is appealing for help to move her brother closer to his family after he was left in a coma by a vicious stabbing.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fundraising-campaign-for-street-stabbing-victim-188199/

Ambulances and RNLI called to 'drowning'

Emergency services were called to a "possible drowning incident" after two people got into difficulty in the water.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/ambulances-and-rnli-called-to-drowning-188200/

Emergency repairs close part of A20

Motorists are being advised to allow extra time for their journeys as part of the A20 has been closed due to emergency repairs.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/emergency-repairs-close-part-of-a20-188196/

Much-loved pallas cat dies

Keepers at a wild animal park have paid tribute to a popular pallas cat who has died following advanced renal failure, aged 11.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/much-loved-pallas-cat-dies-188192/

Arrest after Wetherspoon 'knife threat'

A 23-year-old has been arrested after a number of pub-goers were allegedly threatened by a man with a knife.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/arrest-after-wetherspoon-knife-threat-188190/

Fraudster hid millions in offshore companies

A tax consultant who stole £6.9 million from workers’ pockets has been jailed for nine and a-half-years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fraudster-hid-millions-in-offshore-companies-188185/

Consultant channelled millions through offshore companies

A tax consultant who stole £6.9 million from workers’ pockets has been jailed for nine and a-half-years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/consultant-channelled-millions-through-offshore-companies-188185/

The Libertines' Kent gig the last for 'foreseeable future'

Rock band The Libertines have announced their gig at a Kent festival will be their last show for some time.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/the-libertines-kent-gig-the-last-for-foreseeable-future-188183/

Teenage county lines dealer jailed

A teenage 'cuckoo' was caught with £1,200 worth of heroin after travelling into Kent to sell drugs, a court heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/teenage-county-lines-dealer-jailed-188180/

Police sexual harassment survey sparks call for action

Kent's police and crime commissioner says more needs to be done to tackle sexual harassment within the force.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/police-sexual-harassment-survey-sparks-call-for-action-188179/

Travellers move into car park

More than 10 caravans have been spotted in a car park next to a catering company.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/travellers-move-into-car-park-188172/

Mum and daughter found dead at home

The bodies of a mum and daughter were discovered at their home after the alarm was raised by concerned neighbours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/mum-and-daughter-found-dead-at-home-188168/