Garage Doors Kent: February 2019

Thursday, 28 February 2019

Police hunting wanted man

A man is wanted by police in connection with assault, criminal damage, controlling and coercive behaviour, public order and theft.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/police-hunting-wanted-man-199816/

Record numbers apply for secondary schools in Kent

More than 95% of children will get an offer from one of their preferred secondary schools as record numbers of families applied for a place in Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/record-numbers-apply-for-secondary-schools-in-kent-199791/

Daughter of M20 bridge fall victim 'sickened' by Facebook comments

The daughter of a man who jumped to his death from a motorway bridge described her anguish at online comments as she raises mental health awareness.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/daughter-of-m20-bridge-fall-victim-sickened-by-facebook-comments-199809/

Plans for up to 700 homes turned down

Plans for a new housing estate with up to 700 homes have been thrown out by councillors at a special planning meeting.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/plans-for-up-to-700-homes-turned-down-199813/

Daughter of M20 bridge fall victim 'sickened' by online comments

Pensioners get purr-fect treat at cat cafe

A bus trip initiative aimed at tackling loneliness introduced some senior citizens to feline friends over a cup of tea.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/pensioners-get-purr-fect-treat-at-cat-cafe-199812/

'Spiderman', 82, to abseil for charity

An 82-year-old veteran will swap his usual Sunday routine of a roast and a match on the box for a charity abseil.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/spiderman-82-to-abseil-for-charity-199772/

Traders demand action against lorries

Dozens of lorries have been parking 'dangerously' on an industrial estate.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/traders-demand-action-against-lorries-199782/

Win big by answering the £1k Question

One kmfm listener will win £1,000 cash today with the station's new competition, £1k Question.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/win-big-by-answering-the-1k-question-199811/

Search as man reported missing

Police have become concerned for the welfare of a man who has been reported missing.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/search-as-man-reported-missing-199810/

CCTV released in hunt for £200k rogue traders

Police have released an image of a man they want to contact after more than £200,000 was taken from vulnerable people by rogue traders.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/cctv-released-in-hunt-for-200k-rogue-traders-199800/

Man suffers serious injuries after being hit by train

Commuters in Kent faced long delays into London after a man was hit by a train.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-suffers-serious-injuries-after-being-hit-by-train-199796/

Air ambulance lands at park

The air ambulance has landed in a public park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/air-ambulance-lands-at-park-199806/

Machete raid robbers jailed for security van heist

Two violent convicted robbers who held-up a cash-in-transit van with a machete to steal almost £16,000 have been jailed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/machete-raid-robbers-jailed-for-security-van-heist-199805/

Cocaine-taking driver jailed for death crash

A former binman who caused the death of a cyclist when he knocked him off his bike with his car has been jailed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/cocaine-taking-driver-jailed-for-death-crash-199804/

Papa John's in court over rat infestation

A pizza takeaway has been ordered to remain closed until hygiene measures are put in place after health inspectors found it infested with rats.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/papa-johns-in-court-over-rat-infestation-199802/

Homeless deaths among worst in England

The number of deaths involving rough sleepers in part of Kent is the fifth worst in the country.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/homeless-deaths-among-worst-in-england-199801/

Tesco pays up for wall damage

Tesco has agreed to pay for repairs to a pensioner’s garden wall following claims the damage was caused by one of its delivery drivers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/tesco-pays-up-for-wall-damage-199738/

Major works to close dual carriageway

Drivers are facing 11 nights of disruption during roadworks on a five-mile stretch of road.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/major-works-to-close-dual-carriageway-199786/

Man treated after house fire

Crews rushed to a residential road where a fire broke out in a bedroom.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-treated-after-house-fire-199794/

Tattooist fined for running parlour without licence

A woman has been found guilty of running an unlicensed tattoo parlour and ordered to pay almost £1,000 after incriminating adverts were revealed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/tattooist-fined-for-running-parlour-without-licence-199700/

Person hit by train

Train services have been delayed after a person was hit by a train.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/person-hit-by-train-199796/

Child abuse allegations at centre unveiled in report

Appalling abuse and institutional failures to protect children in youth custodial institutions have been laid bear by an independent inquiry report.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/child-abuse-allegations-at-centre-unveiled-in-report-199795/

Robber kissed woman as he stole money

A man who targeted a woman in shopping centre car park has been sentenced.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/robber-kissed-woman-as-he-stole-money-199792/

Woman left shaken after gang robbery

Five men threatened violence during a "terrifying" raid on a woman's home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/woman-left-shaken-after-gang-robbery-199793/

Roof tile 'thieves' arrested

Three young men have been detained after police seized a roof tiles believed to have been stolen.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/roof-tile-thieves-arrested-199789/

Charity's anger at 'astonishing' speeding figures

Thousands of reckless drivers caught speeding through a tiny village in a single week have been branded "selfish risk takers" by a charity.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/charitys-anger-at-astonishing-speeding-figures-199790/

Man seriously hurt in taxi crash

Police are investigating crash that has left a 19-year-old pedestrian in hospital.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/man-seriously-hurt-in-taxi-crash-199788/

Home Secretary challenged over Jihadi bride by Kent MP

A Jihadi bride who fled the UK should face prosecution, says a Conservative MP.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/home-secretary-challenged-over-jihadi-bride-by-kent-mp-199784/

Concern for missing teenage girl

Fears are growing for the welfare of a missing 14-year-old.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/concern-for-missing-teenage-girl-199776/

Jury reach verdict in death crash case

The fate of motorist who knocked a grandfather off his bicycle in a fatal collision is hanging in the balance.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/jury-reach-verdict-in-death-crash-case-199773/

Jury's verdict in death crash case

'Violent and dangerous' rapist locked up

A rapist convicted of multiple sex offences been locked up for almost 30 years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/violent-and-dangerous-rapist-locked-up-199771/

Truck used in petrol station ATM raid

Thieves have failed in their attempt to steal a cash machine at a petrol station.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/truck-used-in-petrol-station-atm-raid-199762/

Failed petrol station ATM theft

Thieves have failed in their attempt to steal a cash machine at a petrol station.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/failed-petrol-station-atm-theft-199762/

Gang of 'burglars' posed as police

A private ambulance was allegedly modified to look like a police car during a raid on a luxury home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/gang-of-burglars-posed-as-police-199764/

Decision time for 700-home estate

Improvements to a busy roads rely on housing plans being approved by councillors at a special meeting this evening.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/decision-time-for-700-home-estate-199759/

Forlorn feline needs a new home

A cat returned to a shelter three times is desperate for a 'forever home'.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/forlorn-feline-needs-a-new-home-199756/

Couple offer 'Brexit discount' on house sale

As the property market stagnates a couple are hoping be the first to sell their home with a 'pre-Brexit discount'.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/couple-offer-brexit-discount-on-house-sale-199750/

Slimmer to go under knife after £28k donation

A young man who lost 18 stone in just over a year is to undergo surgery to remove loose skin after receiving an anonymous donation.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/slimmer-to-go-under-knife-after-28k-donation-199751/

Travellers pitch up near donkey field

Police and council workers are in talks to move a traveller encampment.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/travellers-pitch-up-near-donkey-field-199754/

Green light for 900-home village

Village development on farm land opposite a shopping centre has been given the go-ahead but opponents say housing will ruin the countryside.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/green-light-for-900-home-village-199753/

Aqua park to open this summer

An enormous inflatable obstacle course, the first of its kind in Kent, is coming to a popular water park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/aqua-park-to-open-this-summer-199752/

Uber Eats comes to more Kent towns today

A popular takeaway delivery service is launching in new Kent locations.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/uber-eats-comes-to-more-kent-towns-today-199748/

MP's concerns over threat to homeless

The future of dozens of vulnerable young people is uncertain ahead of the plans to close a housing support service.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/mps-concerns-over-threat-to-homeless-199749/

Hospitals shake-up faces delays

The public are unlikely to have a say on a major shake-up of hospital care until next year.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/hospitals-shake-up-faces-delays-199735/

Brexit tourism fund rejected

Tourism chiefs have been unable to persuade the government that a special fund is needed to help the sector cope with Brexit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/brexit-tourism-fund-rejected-199743/

Glamping and Shakespeare come to a Kent castle

Theatre fans will be able to enjoy glamping while watching world renowned Shakespeare performers in the grounds of a Kent castle this spring.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/glamping-and-shakespeare-come-to-a-kent-castle-199737/

Wednesday, 27 February 2019

Columnist Hopkins invited to talk at university event

Controversial newspaper columnist Katie Hopkins is set to address students at the University of Kent next month.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/columnist-hopkins-invited-to-talk-at-university-event-199728/

Complaints new £26m leisure centre ‘out of reach’ for non-drivers

People who do not have a car have been left “disenfranchised” by a new sports centre because public transport is not good enough, residents claim.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/complaints-new-26m-leisure-centre-out-of-reach-for-non-drivers-199696/

‘I thought my pal was going to die’

A man who helped keep his friend alive after he was stabbed says the experience was like being in a “slaughterhouse”.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/i-thought-my-pal-was-going-to-die-199697/

Saboteurs claim drone shot down by huntsman

Anti-hunt saboteurs claim a huntsman shot down their surveillance drone while it was filming a fox hunt.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/saboteurs-claim-drone-shot-down-by-huntsman-199691/

‘They stabbed my son with a sword in broad daylight’

A young man was left seriously injured after he was stabbed with a sword on a housing estate.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/they-stabbed-my-son-with-a-sword-in-broad-daylight-199723/

Housing fears as village green status refused

A popular recreation ground has been refused town green status despite residents' concerns it may be sold off for housing in the future.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/housing-fears-as-village-green-status-refused-199727/

Arrest as migrants brought to shore

A man has been arrested after nine people were picked up in a boat in the English Channel today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/arrest-as-migrants-brought-to-shore-199719/

GP surgery told to ‘reflect’ after blood clot death

A doctors’ surgery has been advised by a coroner to “reflect closely”on its practices after the death of a patient.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/gp-surgery-told-to-reflect-after-blood-clot-death-199682/

People smugglers who landed on beach jailed for over 27 years

A gang of people traffickers who plotted to smuggle illegal immigrants across the English Channel in a speedboat have been locked up today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/people-smugglers-who-landed-on-beach-jailed-for-over-27-years-199717/

Phone fraudster warning after doorstep encounter

An IT expert who confronted a suspected identity fraudster after filming him loitering outside his home is warning people to be on their guard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/phone-fraudster-warning-after-doorstep-encounter-199712/

Surgery told to ‘reflect’ after blood clot death

A doctors’ surgery has been advised by a coroner to “reflect closely”on its practices after the death of a patient.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/surgery-told-to-reflect-after-blood-clot-death-199682/

Katy Perry tells all on Bloom's blundering proposal

Orlando Bloom ripped his coat pocket and elbowed a champagne bottle as he bumbled through his proposals to pop star Katy Perry, she has revealed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/katy-perry-tells-all-on-blooms-blundering-proposal-199711/

Man suffers head injury in 'hammer attack'

A 60-year-old man has been arrested after a man was taken to hospital with a head injury after it is believed he was hit with a blunt object.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-suffers-head-injury-in-hammer-attack-199709/

Drivers stuck in jams after rush hour crash

A crash on a notoriously busy route has meant long delays for commuters.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/drivers-stuck-in-jams-after-rush-hour-crash-199708/

Club rename centre after former goalkeeper

A Kent football club has renamed one of its development centres after their 18-year-old goalkeeper who passed away last Friday.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/club-rename-centre-after-former-goalkeeper-199706/

Home Secretary apologises over migrant boats mix-up

MPs have been left unable to quiz the Home Secretary over migrant boat numbers crossing the Channel and arriving on the coast.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/home-secretary-apologises-over-migrant-boats-mix-up-199694/

Study clocks 133k drivers speeding in village

An astonishing 133,000 vehicles were recorded speeding in a village centre in a single week in a study commissioned by a parish council.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/study-clocks-133k-drivers-speeding-in-village-199705/

Children's slide in £50k play area closed after a week

A new £50,000 children's castle slide has been branded a "death-trap" and closed after just a week following a spate of injuries.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/childrens-slide-in-50k-play-area-closed-after-a-week-199664/

Two collapse in 24 hours outside supermarket

One person had to be revived and airlifted to hospital and another is in a serious condition after collapsing outside a supermarket.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-collapse-in-24-hours-outside-supermarket-199702/

Employee stole thousands from leisure centre

Stephanie Graysmark has appeared in court charged with stealing thousands of pounds from a leisure centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/employee-stole-thousands-from-leisure-centre-199704/

Stash of gold coins found near castle

A collection of coins found near a castle are thought to have been stolen and buried.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/stash-of-gold-coins-found-near-castle-199699/

Motorway chaos after crash and lorry breakdown

A crash and and a broken down lorry are causing long delays on a busy route.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/motorway-chaos-after-crash-and-lorry-breakdown-199695/

Home secretary apologises after confusion on numbers of migrant boats picked up in Channel

Four shops broken into

A number of shop windows have been smashed by 'thieves'.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/four-shops-broken-into-199687/

Schools issue 'suicide game' warning

Several schools and charities are warning parents about a challenge that is encouraging children to take on dangerous and violent challenges.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/schools-issue-suicide-game-warning-199676/

Glass smashed as shops broken into

A number of shop windows have been smashed by 'thieves'.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/glass-smashed-as-shops-broken-into-199687/

Migrants spotted near coast

The Border Force are dealing with a case involving a small boat on the Channel.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/migrants-spotted-near-coast-199688/

Man in hospital after being hit by car

A pedestrian has been taken to hospital after an accident on a busy road.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-in-hospital-after-being-hit-by-car-199680/

Three-foot snake found in garden

A three-foot red and white snake was discovered by a startled home owner in their garden.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/three-foot-snake-found-in-garden-199677/

Two arrested after woman assaulted

A man and woman have been arrested on suspicion of assault after a woman was attacked in a street.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/two-arrested-after-woman-assaulted-199681/

Do you live in broadband black spot?

People face a lottery when it comes to internet connections in Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/do-you-live-in-broadband-black-spot-199686/

Air ambulance lands at rugby club

Paramedics have been spotted on the field of a rugby club this lunchtime.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/air-ambulance-lands-at-rugby-club-199684/

Police close A28 after crash

A road has been closed by police while emergency services deal with a crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/police-close-a28-after-crash-199680/

Happy ending for shot cat

A moggy that had to undergo surgery are being shot in the face has finally been rehomed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/happy-ending-for-shot-cat-199674/

Schools warning about Momo challenge

Men who ran brothels spared jail

Two men who admitted running brothels have been allowed to walk free from court.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/men-who-ran-brothels-spared-jail-199650/

Mystery man wins a million

A mystery EuroMillions winner, known only as Mr M has become a millionaire without ever touching a ticket.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/mystery-man-wins-a-million-199669/

Weapon used in schoolboy robbery

A heroic dog walker intervened when a teenager armed with an air weapon stole a boy's bike.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/weapon-used-in-schoolboy-robbery-199665/

Image released after nightclub 'sexual assault'

Police are investigating reports a woman in her 40s was sexual assault at a club.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/image-released-after-nightclub-sexual-assault-199659/

'Be at peace dear Marta'

An inquest has opened into the death of a Polish-born woman who died last week.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/be-at-peace-dear-marta-199662/

Man attacked postman

An angry man attacked a postman when he refused to hand over his parcel because it was incorrectly addressed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/man-attacked-postman-199660/

Man attacked postman after refusing to hand over package

Rudimental to perform at Castle

Another big name act has been announced for a town's annual music festival.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/rudimental-to-perform-at-castle-199615/

Crash causes M20 delays

All traffic was halted following a two-car crash on a motorway.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crash-causes-m20-delays-199648/

Second migrant crossing arrest

Another suspect has been arrested on suspicion of people smuggling offences off the Kent coast on Christmas Day.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/second-migrant-crossing-arrest-199651/

Crash causing M20 delays

Motorists are facing long delays following a crash on a motorway.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crash-causing-m20-delays-199648/

Man acquitted of sexual assault

A recruitment consultant has been cleared of attacking a teenage girl he met outside a nightclub.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/man-acquitted-of-sexual-assault-199645/

Thieves wielding crowbar raid home

Police are hunting five thieves who ransacked a woman's home and stole a large quantity of jewellery.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/thieves-wielding-crowbar-raid-home-199641/

Tuesday, 26 February 2019

Dog attacks cost farmers thousands

Farmers are being left with huge bills caused by dog attacks on their livestock.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/dog-attacks-cost-farmers-thousands-199614/

Here is when new 317-space multi-storey car park will open

A town's new multi-storey car park is set to open in a matter of weeks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/here-is-when-new-317-space-multi-storey-car-park-will-open-199633/

'Irresponsible' lip filler advert banned

An ad for lip fillers deemed to be "undermining" to young people's body image has been banned for encouraging girls to undergo cosmetic procedures.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/irresponsible-lip-filler-advert-banned-199631/

Looks like something’s brewing at alpaca farm

Visitors to an alpaca farm could soon be having a cuppa with a camelid companion, if plans for a café are approved.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/looks-like-something-s-brewing-at-alpaca-farm-199632/

Search for missing teen

Police are looking for a teenager who has been missing for nearly two weeks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/search-for-missing-teen-199634/

Baby and children among migrants rescued

A baby and two children are among a group of 13 migrants found on a small boat in the English Channel.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/baby-and-children-among-migrants-rescued-199629/

Air ambulance lands on cricket ground as man dies

Emergency services were forced to land on a cricket field after they received reports that a mad had fallen ill.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/air-ambulance-lands-on-cricket-ground-as-man-dies-199617/

'I’ve never seen this many rats in my life'

A McDonald's customer was left stunned after he filmed dozens of rats scuttling outside one of the burger giant's restaurants.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/i-ve-never-seen-this-many-rats-in-my-life-199627/

Judicial review confirmed over stroke hospitals plan

A council leader has confirmed a judicial review will be lodged against the decision to locate three new specialist stroke units outside his region.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/judicial-review-confirmed-over-stroke-hospitals-plan-199625/

Passenger left quadriplegic after learner crash

A learner driver has been jailed after he crashed his car while over the legal alcohol limit, leaving his friend with "catastrophic" injuries.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/passenger-left-quadriplegic-after-learner-crash-199618/

'I feel like this is dangerously close to vigilantism'

A group of people patrolling Kent's coast in search of migrants appear to be taking "the law into their own hands", say a campaign group.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/i-feel-like-this-is-dangerously-close-to-vigilantism-199583/

Grandfather was in blind spot for 'crucial three seconds'

The car crash which led to the death of a grandfather was "an accident without blame", a jury was told today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/grandfather-was-in-blind-spot-for-crucial-three-seconds-199612/

'Patriots' come under fire

A group of people patrolling the coast in search of migrants are "dangerously close to vigilantism", says a campaign group.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/patriots-come-under-fire-199583/

Hamsters rescued after being dumped in field

Two hamsters which were found dumped in a box in a field has prompted an animal charity to issue advice.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/hamsters-rescued-after-being-dumped-in-field-199609/

Hampsters rescued after being dumped in field

Two hampsters which were found dumped in a box in a field has prompted an animal charity to issue advice.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/hampsters-rescued-after-being-dumped-in-field-199609/

Road blocked after crash

Police are at the scene of a crash outside a hotel.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/road-blocked-after-crash-199608/

Migrants in Channel 'dial 999 to be caught'

Migrants attempting to cross the English Channel to enter the UK via the Kent coast are calling 999 so they can be rescued by the authorities.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/migrants-in-channel-dial-999-to-be-caught-199605/

Few paying the price amid rise in cash machine ram raids

Only three people have been charged for ram raiding cash machines in Kent over the last five years, despite a surge in the number of incidents.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/few-paying-the-price-amid-rise-in-cash-machine-ram-raids-199606/

Man airlifted to hospital after crash

A road is closed and a man has been airlifted to hospital after a two-vehicle smash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-airlifted-to-hospital-after-crash-199604/

Plans for 900-home village a step closer

The creation of a village opposite a popular shopping centre is set to take a step closer when councillors meet tonight.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/plans-for-900-home-village-a-step-closer-199601/

Police car rammed by truck

A driver rammed a police car with a truck reportedly stolen in another county.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/police-car-rammed-by-truck-199599/

Patrol vehicle rammed by truck

Police car rammed by thief behind the wheel of a Toyota truck which had earlier been stolen in another county.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/patrol-vehicle-rammed-by-truck-199599/

Patrol vehilce rammed by truck

Warning over 'very public failure' as ex-offenders face homelessness

Ex-offenders face a life on the streets as a stand-off between two authorities continues over who should fund vital accommodation.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/warning-over-very-public-failure-as-ex-offenders-face-homelessness-199574/

Scientist stripped of OBE

A world-renowned scientist from Kent has been stripped of his OBE after aiding two fraudsters in a HIV cure tax scam.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/scientist-stripped-of-obe-199577/

Lorry and car transporter in motorway collision

Emergency crews have been called after a multi-vehicle crash involving a lorry, car transporter and two cars.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/lorry-and-car-transporter-in-motorway-collision-199593/

Teen threatens to stab shopper at Co-op

A shopper was threatened with a 10-inch knife after a three-strong gang raided a Co-op store.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/teen-threatens-to-stab-shopper-at-co-op-199591/

Free trampolining for school children

Two trampoline centres in Kent are set to give out free children's passes in an effort to tackle childhood obesity.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/free-trampolining-for-school-children-199555/

Police search home after woman attacked

Officers are searching a block of flats after a woman was found covered in blood on a busy road.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-search-home-after-woman-attacked-199586/

Breakfast show axed and studio to close in shock radio move

Media company Global which owns Capital, Heart and Smooth radio stations will be broadcasting national breakfast shows by the end of this year.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/breakfast-show-axed-and-studio-to-close-in-shock-radio-move-199587/

Inquest opens after rail crossing tragedy

An inquest has opened into the death of a "beautiful" and "kind-hearted" young woman who was hit by a train at a level crossing.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/inquest-opens-after-rail-crossing-tragedy-199584/

Up to 100 people could lose their jobs

Woman spotted 'fly-tipping' four times

A serial fly-tip suspect's image has been unveiled in a council's unprecedented move to trace them.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/woman-spotted-fly-tipping-four-times-199581/

Man cautioned after boy's window fall

Police have given a man a caution after he was arrested in connection to a child falling out of a window.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-cautioned-after-boys-window-fall-199580/

Cats trapped in 12-foot pit rescued

Fire crews have rescued two cats which became trapped in a 12-foot pit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/cats-trapped-in-12-foot-pit-rescued-199579/

Stabbing suspect released from custody

A woman arrested on suspicion of assault after a man was stabbed in a residential street has been released from custody.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/stabbing-suspect-released-from-custody-199578/

Woman found with 'blood pouring out' of her

Police have cordoned off a road after a woman was found beaten up and bleeding.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/woman-found-with-blood-pouring-out-of-her-199575/

Family pay tribute to amazing goalkeeper

The family of a well-loved footballer who died after a battle with cancer have paid tribute to her.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/family-pay-tribute-to-amazing-goalkeeper-199576/

'Knife-wielding robbers' hold up Co-op

A crime-hit Co-op has been targeted by knife-wielding robbers - just weeks after thieves used explosives to blow up a cash machine.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/knife-wielding-robbers-hold-up-co-op-199573/

Pub brawl left father and son injured

Four men and a woman are facing sentence after admitting their involvement in a brawl outside a pub in which a father and son suffered wounds.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/pub-brawl-left-father-and-son-injured-199565/

Kent basking in sunshine

It could be one of the hottest days of the year today as the county enjoys unusually warm temperatures.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-basking-in-sunshine-199568/

Stabbing after 'touching girlfriend's bum' row

A party-goer flew into a rage at a birthday party after hearing a teenager had been "touching his girlfriend's bottom".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/stabbing-after-touching-girlfriends-bum-row-199560/

Monday, 25 February 2019

'Breakdown can lead to breakthrough'

Three people have told how opening up about their mental illness saved their lives, as part of a campaign by one of KentOnline's sister newspapers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/breakdown-can-lead-to-breakthrough-199539/

'Children at risk of abuse will slip through the cracks'

Some of the UK’s leading children’s charities have revealed funding for children’s services in Kent has fallen by a quarter per child since 2010.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/children-at-risk-of-abuse-will-slip-through-the-cracks-199532/

Church thefts leave 'massive' aftermath

The true cost and disruption caused by thefts from churches can be revealed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/church-thefts-leave-massive-aftermath-199514/

Hundreds sign petition against 1,250 homes

Hundreds of people have written a passionate letter to the council to block plans to build a massive housing estate on farmland.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/hundreds-sign-petition-against-1-250-homes-199512/

Missing man found safe and well

A man who went missing from a station earlier has been found safe and well.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/missing-man-found-safe-and-well-199541/

Backpacker drowned after being 'swept down a river'

Two sisters and a friend who were backpacking in south east Asia died after falling into fast-moving water during a guided tour, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/backpacker-drowned-after-being-swept-down-a-river-199554/

High streets bid for share of £675m fund

Two high streets could get an upgrade thanks to funding from the government, after a council stated its intention to bid for cash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/high-streets-bid-for-share-of-675m-fund-199553/

Footballer on song with changing room forfeit

A footballer has delighted teammates and fans alike with his changing room vocals after he showed up late for his side's big cup match.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/footballer-on-song-with-changing-room-forfeit-199552/

Puppy left deformed after neglect

A five-month-old puppy is in need of surgery after cruel neglect left him unable to properly use his back legs.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/puppy-left-deformed-after-neglect-199550/

Delays on M20 after collision

Drivers are facing delays after two lanes of the M20 were closed following an accident.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/delays-on-m20-after-collision-199548/

Four arrested after migrants brought ashore

Four men have been arrested on suspicion of helping migrants enter the UK after two small boats were intercepted in the English Channel.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/four-arrested-after-migrants-brought-ashore-199542/

Multi-vehicle accident on A2

Police temporarily halted all traffic on the A2 after a multi-vehicle accident.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/multi-vehicle-accident-on-a2-199549/

Medical trial could free woman from painful eye injections

A woman is taking part in medical research in a bid to stop needing injections into her eye every month.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/medical-trial-could-free-woman-from-painful-eye-injections-199545/

Police concerned for 'vulnerable' missing man

Officers are appealing for any information to the whereabouts of a missing man who they are becoming "increasingly concerned" about.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/police-concerned-for-vulnerable-missing-man-199541/

Boy, 10, makes kits for homeless

A 10-year-old boy is using his own money to provide toothbrushes, drinks and snacks for the homeless.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/boy-10-makes-kits-for-homeless-199543/

Drug dealer jailed

A man who was arrested twice for drug offences in a town has been locked up.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/drug-dealer-jailed-199538/

Rider in serious condition after crash

A motorcycle rider suffered a head injury after his bike and a car crashed in a town centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/rider-in-serious-condition-after-crash-199537/

Drivers injured as rubble thrown from A2 bridge

Two motorists have been treated in hospital following reports a group of youths threw rubble from a bridge on the A2.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/drivers-injured-as-rubble-thrown-from-a2-bridge-199529/

Second arrest in pub landlord murder probe

A second arrest has been made following the death of a pub landlord who was shot more than a year ago.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/second-arrest-in-pub-landlord-murder-probe-199528/

Blackout hits more than 1,600 homes

A huge power cut caused by an underground cable fault has left hundreds of homes without electricity.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/blackout-hits-more-than-1-600-homes-199524/

Bridge death victim named

A woman who fell from a bridge onto the carriageway below and died has been named.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/bridge-death-victim-named-199523/

Bus hits scaffolding in town centre

A bus has crashed into scaffolding outside a high street shop.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/bus-hits-scaffolding-in-town-centre-199520/

Man arrested after boy falls from window

A 40-year-old man has been accused of neglect after a child fell from a first floor window.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-arrested-after-boy-falls-from-window-199497/

Water issue forces school closure

Engineering works have shut a school after it was left with no running water.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/water-issue-forces-school-closure-199516/

'I thanked him for trying so hard for so long'

The family of a missing man and the friends who found his body have left glowing tributes in his memory.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/i-thanked-him-for-trying-so-hard-for-so-long-199510/

Man arrested after a young boy falls from window

An 40 -year-old man is in police custody for neglect after a child fell from a first floor window.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-arrested-after-a-young-boy-falls-from-window-199497/

Teenage girl assaulted in churchyard

A 14-year-old was taken to hospital after reportedly being assaulted by two other girls.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/teenage-girl-assaulted-in-churchyard-199517/

Number of homeless people dying has doubled

The number of homeless people who have died across the county has doubled in five years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/number-of-homeless-people-dying-has-doubled-199513/

Disturbance leads to drugs bust

An investigation is underway after 100 cannabis plants found growing in a house.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/disturbance-leads-to-drugs-bust-199508/

'He never knew how much he helped everyone'

The family of a missing man and the friends who found his body have left glowing tributes in his memory.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/he-never-knew-how-much-he-helped-everyone-199510/

Quest to find abandoned newborn's mum to air tonight

A man left outside a hospital in a carrier bag as a baby is appearing on a special edition of Long Lost Family.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/quest-to-find-abandoned-newborns-mum-to-air-tonight-199503/

Missed GP appointments cost thousands

Patients are costing the NHS almost £1,000 a week through missed GP appointments, new figures reveal.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/missed-gp-appointments-cost-thousands-199483/

Public's first chance to see new leisure centre

The ribbon was cut for a £26 million leisure centre which opened today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/publics-first-chance-to-see-new-leisure-centre-199494/

Schoolgirl heads to New York to start cancer treatment

A young girl has flown to America through Crowdfunding to start a vaccine trial to prevent her cancer relapsing.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/schoolgirl-heads-to-new-york-to-start-cancer-treatment-199498/

Four level crossings to shut

Traffic will be diverted away from four level crossings over the coming weeks due to maintenance work.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/four-level-crossings-to-shut-199496/

Delays after M2 crash

Two lanes were blocked following a crash involving a car and a motorbike.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/delays-after-m2-crash-199488/

Child falls from window

An air ambulance was scrambled after a child fell from first floor window.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/child-falls-from-window-199497/

Backpacker's inquest after three-year wait

An inquest into the death a backpacker who died in Vietnam three years ago is due to be held today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/backpackers-inquest-after-three-year-wait-199490/

Search to find missing man comes to a close

A search to find a missing man has ended after a man was found dead in a park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/search-to-find-missing-man-comes-to-a-close-199453/

Crash causing M2 delays

Two lanes were blocked following a crash involving a car and a motorbike.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/crash-causing-m2-delays-199488/

Lorry crash on M2

Two lanes are blocked following a crash involving a lorry and a motorbike.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/lorry-crash-on-m2-199488/

Kent plays part in Oscars win

Olivia Coleman has won an Oscar for her part in a film partly shot in the county.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/kent-plays-part-in-oscars-win-199477/

Drum 'n' bass record label to stage festival takeover

Organisers of the Wheels and Fins Festival in Thanet have announced a pioneering drum 'n' bass label will stage a takeover this year.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/drum-n-bass-record-label-to-stage-festival-takeover-199466/

Olivia Colman wins Oscar for part in The Favourite

The Favourite, the period drama movie shot partly in Kent, won the best actress at last night's Oscars.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/olivia-colman-wins-oscar-for-part-in-the-favourite-199477/

Man denies sexual assault

A 25-year-old man denies sexually assaulting a woman he allegedly offered a lift home after she came out of a nightclub.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/man-denies-sexual-assault-199478/

Holiday park fire

A man was treated for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out at a holiday park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/holiday-park-fire-199475/

Sunday, 24 February 2019

Fires 'started by youths'

Firefighters were called out twice to attend blazes believed to have been started deliberately.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/fires-started-by-youths-199471/

Kent's catapult crime capital revealed

A town has become a hotspot for crimes carried out with catapults – with incidents almost trebling in a borough over the last three years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/kents-catapult-crime-capital-revealed-199397/

Mum lets homeless man move in with her

A kind-hearted mum who let a homeless man move in with her says he could have died in a town centre if she hadn't stepped in.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/mum-lets-homeless-man-move-in-with-her-199386/

Pub seeks new manager to avoid last orders

An historic pub which has been shut for several weeks may be given a new lease of life after a bid to find a new manager was apparently launched.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/pub-seeks-new-manager-to-avoid-last-orders-199374/

Smackdown bullying traumas at wrestling school

A man who was bullied as a boy has set up his own wrestling school to give confidence to other victims.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/smackdown-bullying-traumas-at-wrestling-school-199370/

Search launched to find missing man ended

A search has to find a missing man has ended after a man was found dead in a park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/search-launched-to-find-missing-man-ended-199453/

Man found dead in park

A search for a missing 32-year-old has ended after a person was found dead in a park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-found-dead-in-park-199465/

Family of 'migrants' found near coast

A family-of-seven were found near the channel this morning.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/family-of-migrants-found-near-coast-199464/

Armed knifeman on the run

Police have issued a photo of a man they are hunting after an armed raid on a shop.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/armed-knifeman-on-the-run-199463/

Motorbike and car crash near town centre

Emergency services are dealing with an incident near a town centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/motorbike-and-car-crash-near-town-centre-199460/

Motorbike and crash near town centre

Emergency services are dealing with an incident near a town centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/motorbike-and-crash-near-town-centre-199460/

Atlantic duo make landfall

Two businessmen have achieved a world first after completing a 3,800 nautical mile journey across the North Atlantic.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/atlantic-duo-make-landfall-199458/

Manchester United goalie pays tribute to Jordan Dawes

One of the best goal keepers in the world has paid tribute to the 18-year-old who passed away on Friday.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/manchester-united-goalie-pays-tribute-to-jordan-dawes-199457/

Britain First stage protest against 'Mega Mosque'

Right-wing group Britain First visited a town to protest against a new mosque. But the visit actually boosted funds for the project. Here's how...

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/britain-first-stage-protest-against-mega-mosque-199456/

Goalie left waiting four hours for ambulance

A 27-year-old football player was knocked unconscious after being kicked in the face.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/goalie-left-waiting-four-hours-for-ambulance-199454/

Search launched to find missing man

Police are concerned about the safety of Nathan Butler who has been missing since yesterday morning.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/search-launched-to-find-missing-man-199453/

Man from Kent dies in New Zealand

A man from Kent has died while swimming in New Zealand.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/man-from-kent-dies-in-new-zealand-199452/

‘Have a heart’ says woman fined while taking elderly aunt to GP

A woman was left counting the cost of a good deed after being slapped with a hefty fine while taking her elderly aunt to the doctor.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/have-a-heart-says-woman-fined-while-taking-elderly-aunt-to-gp-199451/

Border forces called out to 'boat incident'

The Home Office and Coastguard are responding to an incident off the Kent coast.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/border-forces-called-out-to-boat-incident-199449/

ATM thieves drive digger into Co-op

The front of a shop has been severely damaged by thieves attempting to steal a cash machine.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/atm-thieves-drive-digger-into-co-op-199448/

Watchdog orders government departments to review FOI advice it gave Kent emergency planners

Information watchdog intervenes over leaked report obtained by Kent Online that gave councils tips on how to refuse FOI requests about Brexit

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/watchdog-orders-government-departments-to-review-foi-advice-it-gave-kent-emergency-planners-199447/

M20 reopens an hour ahead of schedule

Roadworks on the M20 were finished an hour ahead of schedule.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/m20-reopens-an-hour-ahead-of-schedule-199441/

Man freed from car

A man in his 30s was left trapped in his car after a crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-freed-from-car-199446/

Met Office issues fog alert

Drivers told to slow down and use dipped headlights in fog.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/met-office-issues-fog-alert-199445/

Get your tickets to steam into Easter

Organisers of the annual Festival of Steam and Transport at the Historic Dockyard Chatham are offering tickets at a reduced price for a limited time.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/get-your-tickets-to-steam-into-easter-199436/

Overrun roadworks keeps M20 closed

Part of the M20 remains closed this morning due to overrunning roadworks

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/overrun-roadworks-keeps-m20-closed-199441/

Saturday, 23 February 2019

Cinema ticket postcode lottery for Oscar favourites

Film lovers going to see Oscar-nominated movies face a postcode lottery over the price of cinema tickets, a KentOnline investigation has found.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/cinema-ticket-postcode-lottery-for-oscar-favourites-199396/

Luke's great lengths to thank life-savers

A boy who needed heart surgery days after being born is raising money for a children's centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/lukes-great-lengths-to-thank-life-savers-199405/

Seafront project's £29m price tag

The cost of controversial plans to build a leisure centre and 150 seafront homes has reignited calls for it to be scrapped.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/seafront-projects-29m-price-tag-199395/

Missing man found

Officers have now found a 28-year-old man who was last seen over a week ago.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/missing-man-found-199427/

Report claims freight airport is 'unviable'

A new report has been published as part of efforts to fight off plans to re-open a dormant airport.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/report-claims-freight-airport-is-unviable-199435/

Helicopter searches for missing girl, 4

A four-year-old girl has been reunited with her family after an emotive plea for help.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/helicopter-searches-for-missing-girl-4-199434/

Attempted murder charge after stabbing

A 27-year-old has appeared in court charged with attempted murder after a woman was attacked and a man was stabbed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/attempted-murder-charge-after-stabbing-199433/

Masked raiders threaten to hurt woman and children

Three masked burglars forced their way into a house and threatened to harm and woman and two children before fleeing with cash and jewellery.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/masked-raiders-threaten-to-hurt-woman-and-children-199431/

Police car crashes while chasing 'drink-driver'

A police car has crashed into another vehicle while pursuing a suspected drink-driver, who is now being hunted by the force's helicopter.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/police-car-crashes-while-chasing-drink-driver-199432/

Police search for missing man

There are concerns for the welfare of a 28-year-old man who was last seen over a week ago.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/police-search-for-missing-man-199427/

'Drugs haul' found in Kent seaside town

Police forensics officers have been seen removing vast amounts of suspected cannabis plants after an early morning raid.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/drugs-haul-found-in-kent-seaside-town-199426/

Four charged over hospital power cut

Four men will appear in court charged with criminal damage with intent to endanger life after a major hospital suffered a four-hour power cut.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/four-charged-over-hospital-power-cut-199424/

M2 reopens after three-vehicle crash

Delays have cleared after an earlier crash on the M2, which blocked the road and led to long tailbacks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/m2-reopens-after-three-vehicle-crash-199421/

Four-vehicle crash blocks M2

A crash involving four vehicles is blocking part of the M2, leading to long tailbacks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/four-vehicle-crash-blocks-m2-199421/

Paedophile jailed for abusing teenage girl

A 28-year-old man who committed a series of sex offences against a teenage girl, including taking indecent photographs of her, is now behind bars.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/paedophile-jailed-for-abusing-teenage-girl-199415/

Seven escape burning house

Seven people were "very fortunate" to have escaped a burning house after being woken by a woman's scream.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/seven-escape-burning-house-199416/

Water gushes down road as main bursts

Engineers are trying to restore supplies to hundreds of homes left without water after mains burst this morning.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/water-gushes-down-road-as-main-bursts-199410/

'We are heartbroken beyond heartbroken'

Tributes are pouring in for a "talented, polite and hard-working" goalkeeper following her death aged 18.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/we-are-heartbroken-beyond-heartbroken-199411/

Football community mourns death of goalie, 18

Friday, 22 February 2019

Can our schools make sums add up?

Concerns are being raised about the soaring salaries of those in charge of schools amid cutbacks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/can-our-schools-make-sums-add-up-199392/

Kent braced for mini heatwave

Almost a year after the Beast from the East struck, temperatures are set to reach 15C this weekend.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-braced-for-mini-heatwave-199404/

Parish council 'left in dark' about solar farm

A council has been criticised for failing to alert parish councillors to a 50-acre solar farm project which will cost almost £6m.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/parish-council-left-in-dark-about-solar-farm-199376/

'You must be a drunk'

Volunteers who've spent 10 years helping the homeless have spoken of the plight facing those living on our streets.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/you-must-be-a-drunk-199382/

'Stabbing' victim airlifted to hospital

Police are investigating reports a man was stabbed during a disturbance.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/stabbing-victim-airlifted-to-hospital-199402/

Rees Mogg has 'no fear' of second referendum

Brexiteer MP Jacob Rees-Mogg has told students at a lecture in Kent that a People's Vote would result in an "overwhelming" victory for Leave.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/rees-mogg-has-no-fear-of-second-referendum-199399/

Jacob-Rees Mogg has 'no fear' of second referendum

Dog sniffs out horse in ditch

A distressed horse was hoisted from a ditch after being discovered by a pet dog.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/dog-sniffs-out-horse-in-ditch-199400/

Brexiteer MP has 'no fear' of second referendum

A Conservative MP has said a People's Vote would result in an "overwhelming" victory for Leave.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/brexiteer-mp-has-no-fear-of-second-referendum-199399/

Bumble bride moves new hubby in with exes

A couple who tied the knot just days after matching on a dating app reveal some of the stresses of married life.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/bumble-bride-moves-new-hubby-in-with-exes-199390/

Bumble bride moves new husband in with exes

Ban for dad who drank shots before crashing car into snow

A father-of-five who lost control of his car and skidded into a mound of snow after drinking beer and Jäger bombs has been banned from driving.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/ban-for-dad-who-drank-shots-before-crashing-car-into-snow-199393/

James May joins celebrations as Hornby returns to town

The model makers "came home" after moving offices and showrooms back to a Kent town after spending almost four years away elsewhere in the county.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/james-may-joins-celebrations-as-hornby-returns-to-town-199365/

Shop reopens after cash machine raid

A boarded up convenience store has partially reopened with makeshift signage just a day after it was targeted in an overnight raid.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/shop-reopens-after-cash-machine-raid-199388/

The latest list of Kent's most-wanted people

A new man has joined the list of most-wanted people in Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/the-latest-list-of-kents-most-wanted-people-199387/

Judge 'frustrated' at Christmas Day murder trial delay

A judge has expressed his frustration about progressing the case of a 27-year-old man accused of murdering his teenage wife on Christmas Day.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/judge-frustrated-at-christmas-day-murder-trial-delay-199385/

Man 'caught with sword at station' in court

A train passenger who was allegedly caught in possession of a sword and a Japanese fighting knife has appeared in court.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-caught-with-sword-at-station-in-court-199380/

Man's nose broken in bar brawl

An engineer broke a man's nose before hurling racial abuse at another as a nightclub brawl spilled out onto the street.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/mans-nose-broken-in-bar-brawl-199377/

Rat infestation closes takeaway

A takeaway pizza chain has been shut down by health inspectors after a rat infestation was discovered during a visit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/rat-infestation-closes-takeaway-199379/

Ferry firm in £322 million takeover

P&O Ferries is changing hands in a deal which will take it back under the wing of a company which owned it a decade ago.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/ferry-firm-in-322-million-takeover-199378/

Sewing store defends sale of 'Oh My Golly' fabric

A sewing shop has defended the sale of a type of fabric despite claims it is based on a golliwog.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/sewing-store-defends-sale-of-oh-my-golly-fabric-199364/

Council approves shopping centre plans

A council has agreed to buy a shopping centre for £45m.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/council-approves-shopping-centre-plans-199375/

HMV store brought back from the brink

The new owners of troubled music retailer HMV have had a change of heart about closing a store which had been set for closure after its takeover.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/hmv-store-brought-back-from-the-brink-199369/

Toddler's tragic last moments before 'crush'

CCTV footage captured a toddler with his mother, stepfather and friends shortly before he was fatally injured when he was "crushed by a car seat".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/toddlers-tragic-last-moments-before-crush-199371/

Council leader takes aim at government over tax rise

A council leader has said the authority's increased spending power is "no thanks to the government".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/council-leader-takes-aim-at-government-over-tax-rise-199372/

Tragic last moments of toddler

CCTV footage capture some of the last moments of tragic toddler before he was fatally injured when he was crushed by a car seat.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/tragic-last-moments-of-toddler-199371/

Four held over hospital power cut

The men are being questioned and held in custody on suspicion of "intending to endanger lives" after a power cut at one of Kent's main hospitals.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/four-held-over-hospital-power-cut-199338/

Woman 'couldn't speak' after drunken train attack

A man groped a girl on a train then taunted her with racist remarks after she shunned his drunken attack.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/woman-couldnt-speak-after-drunken-train-attack-199367/

Planned roadworks for next week

Drivers travelling around the county over the next week may want to have a read of the planned roadworks scheduled to take place across the county.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/planned-roadworks-for-next-week-199363/

KEiBA 2019: Entry deadline extended

Companies have an extra week to enter the most prestigious business awards in Kent

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/keiba-2019-entry-deadline-extended-199277/

Sewing store defends sale of 'golliwog' fabric

Fire crews called to burnt pasty

Fire crews thought they were attending a microwave blaze, turns out it was a burnt pasty.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fire-crews-called-to-burnt-pasty-199362/

Stunned fire crews called to burnt pasty

Fire crews thought they were attending a microwave blaze, turns out it was a burnt pasty.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/stunned-fire-crews-called-to-burnt-pasty-199362/

Panned roadworks for next week

180 houses approved despite fierce opposition

Only minor changes were made to plans for two big housing developments despite concerns from a hospital trust and local councils.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/180-houses-approved-despite-fierce-opposition-199359/

X-ray shows cat's injuries after shotgun attack

Shocking x-ray images have revealed the injuries suffered by a cat which had been targeted with a shotgun.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/x-ray-shows-cats-injuries-after-shotgun-attack-199358/

Man charged after 'stabbing'

A 46-year-old will appear in court today after a man was taken to a London hospital after he was left with stab wounds.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-charged-after-stabbing-199357/

Mum 'smashed foot to smithereens' in pavement fall

A woman who tripped on an uneven paving stone and "smashed her foot to smithereens" is locked in battle with KCC over the fall.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/mum-smashed-foot-to-smithereens-in-pavement-fall-199353/

Crematorium to broadcast funerals live online

Mourners who are unable to attend loved ones' funerals can now watch services online via a live stream.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crematorium-to-broadcast-funerals-live-online-199356/

Tickets to see Ricky Gervais to go on sale

Tickets to see comedian, actor and writer Ricky Gervais perform his warm-up nights in Kent go on sale today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/tickets-to-see-ricky-gervais-to-go-on-sale-199351/

Bowls club could move home within three years

Bosses at a bowls club say they could move to a new facility expected to be built on a controversial 750-home development within three years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/bowls-club-could-move-home-within-three-years-199355/

Hamilton joins Kent racing team

The brother of one of Britain's best F1 racers is going for glory with a Kent team.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/hamilton-joins-kent-racing-team-199352/

Thursday, 21 February 2019

Hospital staff hit back at 'war zone' jibe

The determination of frontline staff is helping turn around the fortunes of a hospital with chronic bed shortages.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/hospital-staff-hit-back-at-war-zone-jibe-199310/

Pub's uncertain future as it goes up for sale

An historic pub is facing an uncertain future after it was put on the market for more than £500,000.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/pubs-uncertain-future-as-it-goes-up-for-sale-199228/

Roadworks overnight on roundabout

Work to upgrade one of the roundabouts at a junction of the M2 is no longer set to start this weekend.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/roadworks-overnight-on-roundabout-199302/

Thieves target Deliveroo riders

Delivery riders have been left feeling "helpless" following a spate of motorbike thefts.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/thieves-target-deliveroo-riders-199311/

Taste of Kent Awards 2019 finalists revealed

Brewers and butchers, pubs and producers, the country's finest food and drink businesses have been whittled down.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/taste-of-kent-awards-2019-finalists-revealed-199342/

Twenty shops selling illegal products

Consumers are being sold illegal products that could be highly dangerous, says Trading Standards.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/twenty-shops-selling-illegal-products-199344/

Post Offices sold to WHSmith

Several post offices are set to change hands as part of a takeover.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/post-offices-sold-to-whsmith-199339/

Spring-Cleaning Tips for Your Cluttered Garage

Winter is nearly over, and that means it’s time for spring-cleaning. Even if the rest of your house is in good shape — save for a little dusting, because that is one job we’ll be doing forever — your garage probably needs a little bit of TLC. We get it. For most of us, the garage becomes a catch-all for everything that won’t fit in the rest of the house. Here are some quick and easy spring-cleaning tips to help you transform your garage from a storage shed into a functional room.

Start With Four Piles

Believe it or not, 57 percent of people with a garage attached to their home can’t park their car in it. They don’t have the room! Clutter is a big problem for most of us. We hang on to everything, swearing we’ll fix that broken blender later, or that we might need that massive box of half-dead Christmas lights for something in the future. The first step you need to take in your cleaning efforts is to create four piles: keep, store, sell and toss.

Once you have a place for each pile, start sorting everything in your garage into one of these four areas. Tools and items you use daily go into the keep pile. Seasonal stuff, like winter clothing and holiday decorations, go in the store pile. Anything that is still in good working order but you don’t need or want anymore can go into the sell pile for your next garage sale. Trash can go straight into a bag or can, so you can drag it to the curb on your next scheduled garbage day.

This step will cut down the amount of stuff you need to sort through by half, at least, depending on the ratio of junk to useful things in the garage.

Figure out Why You Want Your Garage

Once you’ve sorted through all the junk cluttering up the garage, figure out what you want to do with it. Are you going to park your car there, or use it as a craft or hobby room? Maybe you want to turn it into a rec room, with a pool or ping-pong table. Whatever your plans, now’s the time to figure them out, because your next steps will depend on the result you’re trying to achieve.

Plan Your Storage

Once you’ve got everything sorted out, you’re going to need to start thinking about storage. Shelves, cabinets and even overhead storage are all options, depending on your needs.

Store seasonal stuff first, since you’ll only need those items for a few months out of the year. If you’ve got an attic with garage access, this is the perfect place to store it. If your garage or attic isn’t climate-controlled, be careful with storing seasonal clothing. At the very minimum, you’ll need to throw a few mothballs in each box to keep your sweaters and jackets safe from hungry moth mouths.

Clear out everything in your garage and take a close look at the empty room. Where can you put storage where it won’t interfere with your other plans? If you’re going to work on your car or turn the garage into a hobby room, a workbench with storage for tools might be a good investment.

Keep Your Garage Tidy Year-Round

Once you’ve spent time deep-cleaning your garage, the last thing you want to do is let it get cluttered again. Make sure everything stays in its designated place, and that if you buy anything new, you put it away before it has a chance to become clutter. Spring-cleaning your garage, especially if you’ve been using it as a catch-all, is a big project — but once you get it emptied, it’s much easier to maintain.

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Home Plumbing Maintenance Checklist for New Homeowners

Two years after buying my new home, I awoke one morning and went to clean the kitty litter located in an alcove closet in the downstairs bathroom. Suddenly, I heard gurgling akin to a rapidly boiling soup pot coming from the toilet behind me. Seconds later, the lid lifted as a foul-smelling black goo spewed forth from the bowl like something out of “The Amityville Horror,” ruining rugs and towels while causing me panic.

The Great Toilet Disaster marked my first plumbing emergency as a homeowner, and it could have been averted had I paid attention to routine maintenance. As a new homeowner, learn from my mistake to minimize your own risk of plumbing woes. Preventative maintenance is key, as plumbing issues can cause some of the most pricey home repairs. Conducting regular inspections can fix little problems before they cost you thousands.

Monthly

Leaks: Leaks can cause serious water damage and provide breeding grounds for black mold. Check pipes monthly by inspecting underneath each sink. Drips or moisture indicate a possible leak. Also inspect interior walls for damp spots.
Drainage: Poor drainage indicates a clog. Pour a gallon of water down each sink and bathtub drain. Snake any slow-moving drains.
Faucets: Turn on all faucets and run them for a minute or two at full blast. Water should not escape from anywhere but the spigot.
Irrigation lines: Those with irrigation systems should check them monthly for leaks and clogs. Turn on the system 20 to 30 minutes prior to visually inspecting all parts.
Water heater: Check settings on your water heater monthly. The ideal temperature to keep your water heater at is 120 degrees, although families with young children should set it even lower to avoid potential burns.

Quarterly

Turn on/off irrigation according to climate: Most states north of the Mason-Dixon line turn on irrigation systems in late May to early June and back off again in mid-September. Those in warmer climates may use some irrigation all year but should nevertheless turn the frequency of watering down in cooler weather.
Search for any drafts: Most people winterize their homes by checking doors and windows for cracks, but outside plumbing lines may also let cold air in. Check outside water fixtures, and caulk up any cracks.
Check the toilet bowl for leaks: A toilet that won’t stop running often indicates nothing more than the chain bob inside the tank slipping off. However, if the tank looks fine inside, your toilet may have sediment or leaves caught in the line, so call a plumber before (like me) you end up needing to buy new bathroom rugs.
Inspect certain appliances: You should inspect your washing machine, dishwasher, refrigerator and any other water-using appliances. Replace any cracked tubes or lines. Mold anywhere inside appliances indicates a leak, so if you cannot find the source on your own, call in a professional.
Clean out gutters: Twice per year, clean all the leaves and other debris from your outdoor gutters. Additionally, inspect gutters after powerful storms, and remove any clumps of blown materials.

Yearly

Flush your hot water tank: Once per year, flush your hot water heater free of sediment. Water flowing from spigots turning cold sooner than usual indicates that sediment is eating up room for hot water.
Check for rust: Visually inspect all visible pipes in the home. Call in a plumbing professional if you find discoloration and rust, as this issue indicates that pipes hidden in walls may also need repair or replacement.
Check for mold: Sniff around all fixtures and under sinks. Should you see or smell mold, clean it with a water and bleach solution.
Clean shower heads: Sediment can build up in shower heads, making skin itchy and decreasing water flow. Take apart the shower head and clean all components.
Call in the pros: Those on sewer should schedule an annual camera inspection of their line (as I learned the hard way). Plumbers use a special camera to seek out and remove leaves, paper towels or tree roots, preventing them from creating backflow.

Managing Plumbing Emergencies

Performing routine maintenance should prevent many plumbing headaches, but emergencies still sometimes occur. Perform a plumbing check as part of your home inspection, and establish a relationship with a trustworthy local plumber so that you aren’t left scrambling to find someone should an emergency occur.

Those in cold climates should heat their entire homes instead of only certain rooms to prevent pipes from freezing. If financial factors require heating only a few areas, rotate which ones you use. Insulate pipes as much as possible before temperatures drop below zero.

Those living in condos or townhouses may share an outside sewer line with one or two neighbors. Find out who they are, and take turns paying for the annual sewer inspection.

Protecting Your Investment

For many people, their home represents their biggest investment. Protect your home and your money by keeping up with routine plumbing maintenance tasks. You’ll save sweet moolah this way and avoid big messes and huge headaches.

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Nepalese community 'fear for their lives'

Residents in a town say they have been left in fear due to a surge in burglaries.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/nepalese-community-fear-for-their-lives-199341/

Sneak peek inside Kent's newest leisure centre

Muscle men and work-out women will be able to get in shape when a new £26 million leisure centre opens next week.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/sneak-peek-inside-kents-newest-leisure-centre-199331/

Anger at plans for 24-hour gym

Town centre gym bosses have accused a US firm of trying to muscle in on their patch.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/anger-at-plans-for-24-hour-gym-199340/

Plans for 24-hour gym sparks price fears

Town centre gym bosses have accused a US firm of trying to muscle in on their patch.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/plans-for-24-hour-gym-sparks-price-fears-199340/

Arrests after hospital power cut

Four men have been arrested after a power cut at one of Kent's main hospitals.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/arrests-after-hospital-power-cut-199338/

Mother guilty over death of son 'crushed by car seat'

A mother is facing prison after being found guilty of child cruelty over the death of her three-year-old son who was allegedly crushed by a car seat.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/mother-guilty-over-death-of-son-crushed-by-car-seat-199335/

Victims of doorstep crime

A lack of support for victims taken advantage of by criminals in their homes has been highlighted.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/victims-of-doorstep-crime-199334/

Burglar snapped leaving crime scene by passer-by

A prolific offender who has caused misery by burgling hundreds of homes has been jailed after a passer-by took a photo of him leaving a crime scene.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/burglar-snapped-leaving-crime-scene-by-passer-by-199333/

Thieves swipe generators from volunteer-run railway

Two "extremely heavy" generators and a grinder were swiped from a railway station after a man was seen acting suspiciously.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/thieves-swipe-generators-from-volunteer-run-railway-199326/

Town in UK's top five for million-pound homes

Homeowners in part of the county are rubbing their hands with glee after being ranked in the top five in the UK for the most million pound properties.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/town-in-uks-top-five-for-million-pound-homes-199328/

Takeaway turns food hygiene rating around

A food outlet given a damning one-star rating has now received five stars after a visit from inspectors.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/takeaway-turns-food-hygiene-rating-around-199317/

Galleries closed after bathroom flood

An arts and community centre has closed its galleries after water leaked from a men's bathroom into rooms exhibiting artwork.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/galleries-closed-after-bathroom-flood-199313/

The Vaccines coming to Kent

The first headliners for a unique festival in the countryside have been revealed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/the-vaccines-coming-to-kent-199315/

Disabled 'murder victim' cause of death revealed

A disabled pensioner found dead in his flat after it caught fire died as a result of head injuries, a post-mortem has found.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/disabled-murder-victim-cause-of-death-revealed-199319/

Portillo visits Kent in BBC documentary

TV personality and former Tory minister Michael Portillo's BBC2 show Great British Railway Journey will feature two Kent towns.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/portillo-visits-kent-in-bbc-documentary-199316/

Town's Post Office has been sold

A town centre Post Office has been hit by staff shortages after management changed to WHSmith.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/towns-post-office-has-been-sold-199305/

Students to protest talk by Jacob Rees-Mogg

Pro-Remain students are gearing up to protest against a campus visit from prominent Brexit-supporting MP Jacob Rees-Mogg.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/students-to-protest-talk-by-jacob-rees-mogg-199306/

Seafront hotel approved in dramatic twist

A new seafront hotel as part of a £50m redevelopment will go ahead after councillors took the dramatic step to overturn officers advice to refuse it.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/seafront-hotel-approved-in-dramatic-twist-199308/

Man in hospital after stabbing

A man has been taken to a London hospital with stab wounds.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-in-hospital-after-stabbing-199304/

Hunt for holidaymaker reported missing in Europe

A 27-year-old man who went on holiday in Europe has not been seen or heard from for nearly three weeks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/hunt-for-holidaymaker-reported-missing-in-europe-199303/

Man died of overdose at halfway house

A man who was found dead in his room seven hours after an ambulance was called died as a result of an overdose.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-died-of-overdose-at-halfway-house-199199/

Eurotunnel's growth warning over Brexit

Eurotunnel, the operator of the Channel Tunnel, says it expects Brexit to have a short-term impact on its business but that it is well-placed to cope.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/eurotunnels-growth-warning-over-brexit-199300/

Sex attack victim denied benefits: 'I thought it had to be a mistake'

A woman left doubly incontinent by the effects of a violent sex attack has spoken of the anguish of having her disability benefits removed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/sex-attack-victim-denied-benefits-i-thought-it-had-to-be-a-mistake-199298/

Boxing shows halted at stadium after brawl

A football club has suspended all boxing events at its stadium in the wake of a brawl which broke out at a show.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/boxing-shows-halted-at-stadium-after-brawl-199297/

Parents' fury as pupils left stranded at bus stops

Children trying to get to school are being left at bus stops as packed buses drive past without stopping.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/parents-fury-as-pupils-left-stranded-at-bus-stops-199292/

Theft attempt causes hospital power cut

A criminal investigation is under way after a hospital's A&E department was left without power last night.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/theft-attempt-causes-hospital-power-cut-199294/

Winery awarded gold accolade by Visit England

A Kent winery has become the only one in England to receive the highest visitor accolade.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/winery-awarded-gold-accolade-by-visit-england-199272/

Photos show ram-raided village store

Pictures show the devastating scene after thieves reversed a 4x4 into the front of a village shop in the early hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/photos-show-ram-raided-village-store-199290/

Cordon lifted after police disturbance

A cordon which blocked off a large area for more than 24 hours has been lifted.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/cordon-lifted-after-police-disturbance-199288/

Cordon lifted after three arrests

A cordon which blocked off a large area for more than 24 hours has been lifted.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/cordon-lifted-after-three-arrests-199288/

Cash machine thieves reverse 4x4 into shop

Thieves reversed a 4x4 into the front of a village shop during a cash machine raid in the early hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/cash-machine-thieves-reverse-4x4-into-shop-199287/

'I wouldn’t say it was extremely bright'

Police have disputed claims dazzling sunlight caused the death of a grandfather killed in a crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/i-wouldn-t-say-it-was-extremely-bright-199286/

'We will never know' why mum fell to her death

An inquest has concluded that the reasons a woman fell to her death from a balcony will remain unknown.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/we-will-never-know-why-mum-fell-to-her-death-199281/

Traffic light 'stuck on red' sparks long delays on M20

A traffic light fault on a motorway junction is causing long delays on the M20.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/traffic-light-stuck-on-red-sparks-long-delays-on-m20-199283/

Heavy traffic on M20

A collision is causing heavy traffic on a motorway junction.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/heavy-traffic-on-m20-199279/

Wednesday, 20 February 2019

Builder slapped policeman in face

A builder inadvertently slapped a police officer as he tried to break up a fight between two women at outside a nightclub.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/builder-slapped-policeman-in-face-199265/

Ex-employee sues charity for £150k after ice fall

A woman is suing her former employer for £150,000 after she fell on ice and injured herself at work.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/ex-employee-sues-charity-for-150k-after-ice-fall-199270/

Opening of £40 million museum delayed

The resignation of a senior boss has delayed the opening of a key Kent attraction.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/opening-of-40-million-museum-delayed-199220/

Restaurant to reopen three years after huge fire

A popular village restaurant is set to reopen today after a fire destroyed the building.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/restaurant-to-reopen-three-years-after-huge-fire-199245/

Hospital suffers power cut

Patients are being asked to stay away from a hospital while staff deal with a power outage.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/hospital-suffers-power-cut-199268/

Poor reputation scaring away doctors

"Old fashioned" views are putting lives at risk in part of Kent by putting off doctors from living there.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/poor-reputation-scaring-away-doctors-199267/

Area's reputation scaring away doctors

"Old fashioned" views are putting lives at risk in part of Kent by putting off doctors from living there.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/areas-reputation-scaring-away-doctors-199267/

Pedestrian hit by car

A road has been shut after an accident involving a car and a pedestrian in Gillingham.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/pedestrian-hit-by-car-199260/

Road closed after accident involving pedestrian

A road has been shut after an accident involving a car and a pedestrian in Gillingham.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/road-closed-after-accident-involving-pedestrian-199260/

Restaurant blaze victims 'must be remembered'

People who fought flames at a tragic restaurant fire must be remembered with those who died, says an ex-fireman.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/restaurant-blaze-victims-must-be-remembered-199211/

Councils which made money by selling your data

Councils in Kent have made more than £82,000 in the last five years by selling people's names and addresses from the electoral roll.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/councils-which-made-money-by-selling-your-data-199240/

Patients in crisis locked up

Latest figures show a 64% rise in police detentions of people suffering a mental health crisis.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/patients-in-crisis-locked-up-199256/

Woman left disabled after sexual assault refused benefits

An MP has spoken in Parliament about a constituent left doubly incontinent after a violent sexual assault, who has been denied disability benefits.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/woman-left-disabled-after-sexual-assault-refused-benefits-199251/

'People who perished in restaurant blaze must be remembered' says ex-fireman

People who fought flames at a tragic restaurant fire must be remembered with those who died, an ex-fireman said as he joins a campaign for a memorial

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/people-who-perished-in-restaurant-blaze-must-be-remembered-says-ex-fireman-199211/

Cash for councils on Brexit frontline

More than £950,000 is to be allocated to Kent councils with key ports and stations ahead of Brexit, the government has announced.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/cash-for-councils-on-brexit-frontline-199254/

Overturned car sparks delays on M20

One lane is closed after a car overturned on the M20, sparking delays.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/overturned-car-sparks-delays-on-m20-199241/

'I work in social media and it really shocked me'

A town centre bar known for posting provocative jokes on social media has struck again with an expletive-laced quip.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/i-work-in-social-media-and-it-really-shocked-me-199239/

Dad attacked by 'catapult-wielding youths'

A dad was left needing multiple stitches to his face after a group of youths attacked him with catapults in a lane.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/dad-attacked-by-catapult-wielding-youths-199237/

Boy taken to hospital after being hit by car

A boy is being treated in hospital after he was struck by a vehicle on a road where campaigners failed to get a speed camera fitted.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/boy-taken-to-hospital-after-being-hit-by-car-199232/

Violent 'Night Watcher' burglar still on the streets

Police are renewing their appeal to find a violent burglar who has stolen more than £10million in 12 raids.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/violent-night-watcher-burglar-still-on-the-streets-199208/

Diner-style caravan stolen from garden

A couple say they are devastated after thieves stole the caravan they were lovingly restoring with an American Diner theme.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/diner-style-caravan-stolen-from-garden-199231/

Man appears in court accused of murder on Valentine's Day

A man accused of murdering a wheelchair-bound neighbour before a fire broke out at his flat on Valentine’s Day has appeared in court.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-appears-in-court-accused-of-murder-on-valentines-day-199229/

Council to get £136,000 to prepare port for Brexit

Government Brexit fund will see £136,000 allocated to spend on Ramsgate port - despite cancellation of contract with Seaborne Freight

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/council-to-get-136-000-to-prepare-port-for-brexit-199222/

Three arrested after 'disturbance' leads to police cordon

Three people have been arrested after what witnesses described as an attack by "men with their hoods up" late in the night.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/three-arrested-after-disturbance-leads-to-police-cordon-199219/

'I am sorry they have decided to leave'

A Kent MP says he regrets the defections of three Conservative MPs but believes the new independent group is a "flash in the pan".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/i-am-sorry-they-have-decided-to-leave-199221/

Activists to stage 'funeral' procession over climate change

Hundreds of demonstrators will carry a giant coffin as they take to the streets to show concern about climate change.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/activists-to-stage-funeral-procession-over-climate-change-199216/

Iron Man joins battle against rare children's disease

Hollywood's Iron Man star Robert Downey Jnr is leading a campaign to raise awareness of a rare disease affecting a Kent girl.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/iron-man-joins-battle-against-rare-childrens-disease-199217/

'Travellers' set up near cafe

A group of suspected travellers have parked their caravans in a lorry park near a cafe.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/travellers-set-up-near-cafe-199212/

Crash on M20 caused delays

Drivers fancied delays after a crash on a motorway between a lorry and a car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crash-on-m20-caused-delays-199209/

Crash on M20 causing delays

Drivers are facing delays after a crash on a motorway which has led to tailbacks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/crash-on-m20-causing-delays-199209/

'What are they waiting for? A death?'

Parents are demanding tougher charges for bad parking near busy schools.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/what-are-they-waiting-for-a-death-199203/

Police cordon off road

Residents are unable to move their cars from a street while police investigate an incident.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-cordon-off-road-199201/

Loss of car park could 'force store closure'

The future of a department store is in doubt, according to its owners, because of council plans to put an access route through its car park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/loss-of-car-park-could-force-store-closure-199200/

Dreamland will scrap its entry price

Exciting pricing changes at a popular amusement park have been announced ahead of the attraction's reopening for the new season in the spring.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/dreamland-will-scrap-its-entry-price-199193/

Theme park announces entry price changes

Death crash accused was 'dazzled by the sun'

A 44-year-old driver is accused of causing the death of a grandfather while having cocaine in his system, a trial has heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/death-crash-accused-was-dazzled-by-the-sun-199183/

A look inside £2.5m chapel conversion

Architects have converted a former Methodist chapel into a show-stopping £2.5 million luxury home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/a-look-inside-2-5m-chapel-conversion-199186/

Take a peek inside this stunning new house

Architects have converted a former Methodist chapel into a show-stopping £2.5 million luxury home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/take-a-peek-inside-this-stunning-new-house-199186/

City's "most exciting new home" goes on the market with £2.5 million price tag

Architects have converted a former Methodist chapel and boarding school into a show-stopping luxury home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/citys-most-exciting-new-home-goes-on-the-market-with-2-5-million-price-tag-199186/

Barn fire left to burn itself out

Firefighters were called to a barn fire involving 30 tonnes of baled straw.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/barn-fire-left-to-burn-itself-out-199166/

Harbour’s festival snub could see switch to Bay

Events organisers hoping to hold a star-studded music festival are considering alternative venues after they were turned down by the harbour board.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/harbour-s-festival-snub-could-see-switch-to-bay-199168/

Man in court after grandfather died in crash

The trial of a man accused of killing a grandfather while having cocaine in his system has begun.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/man-in-court-after-grandfather-died-in-crash-199183/