Tuesday 30 April 2019

Electric repairs to cause traffic delays

Motorists warned that temporary traffic lights will cause delays in a town centre today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/electric-repairs-to-cause-traffic-delays-203762/

Village bid to save phone box

With only a couple dozen left, one village is planning to restore its red phone box to its former glory.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/village-bid-to-save-phone-box-203749/

Drug driver sparked high-speed police chase

A drink and drug driver with weapons in his car led police on a high speed chase that ended when officers used a stinger on his BMW.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/drug-driver-sparked-high-speed-police-chase-203724/

Hard cheese as Wallace and Gromit wave goodbye to resort

Wallace and Gromit will no longer feature at a proposed theme park after a deal between the duo's creators and resort bosses was quietly dropped.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/hard-cheese-as-wallace-and-gromit-wave-goodbye-to-resort-203742/

'Matter of time' before second fire

A factory manager has warned about the chances of another fire ripping through a derelict industrial site ravaged by a blaze which lasted three weeks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/matter-of-time-before-second-fire-203735/

A week is a long time in the school construction business

Residents have been surprised to see workers already on the site of new school sites just days after planning permission was granted.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/a-week-is-a-long-time-in-the-school-construction-business-203757/

Something fishy as sewage plan put on hold

A care home’s plans to build a sewerage system has been put on hold after concerns were raised about the potential impact on a trout farm.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/something-fishy-as-sewage-plan-put-on-hold-203756/

Albanians caught after land and sea hunt

Three men who tried to get into Britain by stowing away aboard a cargo ship have been arrested in Kent, the Home Office has confirmed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/albanians-caught-after-land-and-sea-hunt-203754/

Police search for missing girl, 13

Detectives are desperately appealing to the public to help find a missing 13-year-old girl.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/police-search-for-missing-girl-13-203753/

Traveller site to treble in size

An Irish traveller family has been granted permission to treble the amount of mobile homes on a site in the Kent countryside.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/traveller-site-to-treble-in-size-203752/

Pub closes for filming of new series of ITV's Liar

A pub has closed today to allow for filming of the second series of hit ITV drama Liar.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/pub-closes-for-filming-of-new-series-of-itvs-liar-203745/

Rees-Mogg: Widdecombe wrong to abandon Tories

The former Kent Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe was wrong to abandon the Conservative party, according to the leading Brexiteer Jacob Rees-Mogg.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/rees-mogg-widdecombe-wrong-to-abandon-tories-203747/

Rape victim saw attacker on bus

A rapist has been jailed after his victim saw him on a bus 10 years after the attack.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/rape-victim-saw-attacker-on-bus-203726/

Man in 20s dies suddenly

Forensics officers have spent the day investigating a young man's death.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-in-20s-dies-suddenly-203744/

High cost of ‘dine and dash’ crooks

Business chiefs have called for more to be done to crack down on so-called "dine and dashers" who leave restaurants without paying their bill.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/high-cost-of-dine-and-dash-crooks-203717/

Electrician guilty of murdering friend at home

A 49-year-old man has been convicted of murdering his houseguest after an early morning row.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/electrician-guilty-of-murdering-friend-at-home-203743/

Head teacher runs marathon to pay for pens at her cash-strapped school

A head teacher took on the London Marathon after a funding crisis left her school unable to afford pens and pencils.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/head-teacher-runs-marathon-to-pay-for-pens-at-her-cash-strapped-school-203740/

Football team in chaos after manager's newspaper interview

A football team are at the centre of an extraordinary row which has seen the manager sacked and furious players defending their own reputations.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/football-team-in-chaos-after-managers-newspaper-interview-203738/

Traffic held after car fire

Drivers are facing delays on the A2 following a car fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/traffic-held-after-car-fire-203737/

Rachel Riley takes aim at election candidate

Countdown's Rachel Riley hit back at a Labour election candidate who shared a petition calling on her to "stop smearing UK Labour".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/rachel-riley-takes-aim-at-election-candidate-203694/

Candidate racially abused while canvassing

An election candidate says she has been left "shocked and frightened" after suffering a tirade of racial abuse while out canvassing.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/candidate-racially-abused-while-canvassing-203731/

Two 'illegal immigrants' arrested after jumping ship

Two men plunged overboard from a cargo ship as it was about to dock in Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/two-illegal-immigrants-arrested-after-jumping-ship-203727/

Major care home operator set to go into administration

Uncertain future for string of care homes it operates in the county.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/major-care-home-operator-set-to-go-into-administration-203696/

Pensioners lose tens of thousands of pounds to 'fake' policemen

Three men have been arrested by fraud detectives following incidents involving bogus policemen.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/pensioners-lose-tens-of-thousands-of-pounds-to-fake-policemen-203719/

Thief threatened victim with knife

A 21-year-old man has been jailed for a total of 40 months for an attempted robbery and knife crime.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/thief-threatened-victim-with-knife-203723/

Revealed: The ITV brands coming to giant theme park

Two children's shows from ITV will inspire attractions at a proposed entertainment resort, KentOnline can reveal, after a deal with the broadcaster.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/revealed-the-itv-brands-coming-to-giant-theme-park-203720/

The ITV brands coming to giant theme park

Two children's shows from ITV will inspire attractions at a proposed entertainment resort, KentOnline can reveal, after a deal with the broadcaster.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/the-itv-brands-coming-to-giant-theme-park-203720/

School pupil run over by lorry

A school pupil has been rushed to hospital with head injuries after being hit by a lorry.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/school-pupil-run-over-by-lorry-203697/

Rail worker talks woman off platform edge

A quick-thinking man stopped a woman who wanted to end her life.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/rail-worker-talks-woman-off-platform-edge-203695/

Prison officer faces jail term for inmate relationships

Letters found in a cell revealed a prison officer's illicit relationship with an inmate.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/prison-officer-faces-jail-term-for-inmate-relationships-203700/

Man denies murdering drunken friend at flat

A man strangled his drunken friend for five minutes before telling police: “I’ve never killed someone before.”

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-denies-murdering-drunken-friend-at-flat-203699/

'I had a miracle escape'

A councillor was staying near the hotel that was targeted in the Sri Lanka terrorist attack.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/i-had-a-miracle-escape-203692/

Road closed for air ambulance after woman hit by car

An elderly woman has been rushed to a London hospital after he was hit by a car this morning.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/road-closed-for-air-ambulance-after-woman-hit-by-car-203688/

Road closed for air ambulance after man hit by car

An elderly man has been rushed to a London hospital after he was hit by a car this morning.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/road-closed-for-air-ambulance-after-man-hit-by-car-203688/

'He blessed this earth with his kindness, comedy & love'

A family has paid tribute to a 'kind loving soul' after he died when his car crashed into a static lorry.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/he-blessed-this-earth-with-his-kindness-comedy-love-203674/

Overturned car part-blocks motorway

Police have been called after a car flipped on its side on a motorway and blocked a lane.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/overturned-car-part-blocks-motorway-203682/

Loud bang 'shakes houses' before traffic chaos

Traffic has been gridlocked this morning after a "loud bang" which shook houses in one street.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/loud-bang-shakes-houses-before-traffic-chaos-203680/

More arrests after clash in the street

Two more men have been arrested and released pending further investigation following violent scenes earlier this month.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/more-arrests-after-clash-in-the-street-203679/

Arrests in McDonald's fight probe

Two arrests have been made after a fight broke out in McDonald's.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/arrests-in-mcdonalds-fight-probe-203677/

Bomb squad called to park

Police, fire and the Army were called to a Kent park after unexploded wartime bombs were found and later blown up.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/bomb-squad-called-to-park-203678/

Last farewell to one of town's prominent businessmen

Gardener, football fan and retailer - Winston Quested was a man of many parts, but family always came first.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/last-farewell-to-one-of-towns-prominent-businessmen-203671/

Drama as Co-op store goes up in flames

A village store has been damaged by a blaze. At its height, five fire crews were trying to put the 120-year-old building out.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/drama-as-co-op-store-goes-up-in-flames-203673/

Monday 29 April 2019

Kent's biggest wellness festival to come this summer

A two-day festival dedicated to wellbeing and having a healthy body and mind will be staged in Kent this summer.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/kents-biggest-wellness-festival-to-come-this-summer-203666/

Man carrying meat cleaver confronted by police

A man is in custody after being caught carrying a meat cleaver.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-carrying-meat-cleaver-confronted-by-police-203668/

Man carrying meat cleaver arrested

A man is in custody after being caught carrying a meat cleaver.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-carrying-meat-cleaver-arrested-203668/

Calls for action at ‘trouble-hit’ care home

Elderly residents living next to a derelict former nursing home say they are being “terrorised” by gangs of youths vandalising the property.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/calls-for-action-at-trouble-hit-care-home-203630/

Sculptor 'unzips' another building

An artist who unzipped a town centre office building has replicated the project in Milan.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/sculptor-unzips-another-building-203629/

The many stars who've gigged at Kent's hidden gem comedy club

From Jimmy Carr to Jo Brand, the greatest names in comedy have all performed at a little-known venue over the last 30 years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/the-many-stars-whove-gigged-at-kents-hidden-gem-comedy-club-203660/

Widow's hopes for contaminated blood inquiry

A widow wants answers to questions surrounding the blood contamination scandal which claimed the life of her late husband.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/widows-hopes-for-contaminated-blood-inquiry-203656/

Mum who had eye removed raises cancer cash

A cancer survivor keen to remind others that looks are "very temporary" has raised money for Cancer Research after shaving her hair off.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/mum-who-had-eye-removed-raises-cancer-cash-203639/

Uni 'aware' of chancellor's MEP bid

University chiefs say they have no concerns about their chancellor standing in European elections as candidates face wrath from voters over Brexit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/uni-aware-of-chancellors-mep-bid-203665/

Flood warnings for popular park

A popular park could be hit by huge floods if new defences are not put in place.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/flood-warnings-for-popular-park-203657/

Dear Zoo show cancelled after tour bus stolen

Thousands of nursery school children have been left disappointed after thieves stole a production company's tour truck, forcing shows to be cancelled.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/dear-zoo-show-cancelled-after-tour-bus-stolen-203658/

Businessman found hanged in German hotel

A businessman was found dead while on a trip to Germany.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/businessman-found-hanged-in-german-hotel-203653/

Lucky escape in two-car crash

Police officers dealing with a crash have slammed drivers who ignored road closures put in place for safety.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/lucky-escape-in-two-car-crash-203654/

Government in legal fight over Seaborne fiasco... again

Ferry company P&O is taking legal action against the government over £33m paid to Eurotunnel after its Brexit contingency plans unravelled.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/government-in-legal-fight-over-seaborne-fiasco-again-203655/

Government sued again over Seaborne fiasco

Ferry company P&O is taking legal action against the government over £33m paid to Eurotunnel after its Brexit contingency plans unravelled.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/government-sued-again-over-seaborne-fiasco-203655/

Businessman's body found in German hotel

A businessman was found dead while on a trip to Germany, an inquest has heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/businessmans-body-found-in-german-hotel-203653/

Council to 'make the case' for new grammar school

A council is to lobby central government for a new selective school in its region.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/council-to-make-the-case-for-new-grammar-school-203652/

Kings go missing from giant chess board

A giant public chessboard in the middle of a shopping centre has had two key pieces rooked in broad daylight.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/kings-go-missing-from-giant-chess-board-203648/

Pub-goer rushed to hospital

A man has been treated and taken to hospital after suffering chest pains in a town centre pub.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/pub-goer-rushed-to-hospital-203647/

Teenage pregnancies decline as girls focus on careers

The number of pregnancies among women aged under 18 has almost halved in Kent over the the past six years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/teenage-pregnancies-decline-as-girls-focus-on-careers-203625/

Murdered teen wife's injuries revealed

The shocking extent of the wounds suffered by a teenage wife at the hands of her husband have been revealed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/murdered-teen-wifes-injuries-revealed-203646/

Theme park announces deal with ITV

A long-awaited theme park has taken a step closer to opening after announcing a landmark deal with ITV studios.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/theme-park-announces-deal-with-itv-203643/

School's fundraiser for family after house fire

A primary school is helping raise £5,000 to help a family whose home was wrecked during a devastating fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/schools-fundraiser-for-family-after-house-fire-203642/

Armed police arrest four

Officers were called to the scene of a disturbance where four people were arrested.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/armed-police-arrest-four-203638/

Parkour equipment covered in graffiti

A petition calling for CCTV and lights has been set up after a parkour park was graffitied.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/parkour-equipment-covered-in-graffiti-203635/

'Me and ex laugh at strangling incident'

Kellie Maloney has spoken out over an article highlighting her violent past.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/me-and-ex-laugh-at-strangling-incident-203632/

School to recover its football pitch from travellers

Travellers have parked up on a football pitch belonging to a secondary school.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/school-to-recover-its-football-pitch-from-travellers-203634/

Petition launched in plea against 440 homes

A petition has been launched in a bid to stop a developer from building 440 homes in the heart of the countryside.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/petition-launched-in-plea-against-440-homes-203633/

'We've been racking our brains to work out why'

A man with no history of mental health who died after falling from a motorway bridge committed suicide, a coroner has ruled.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/weve-been-racking-our-brains-to-work-out-why-203631/

Driver died after colliding with stationary lorry

A man died after his van hit a stationary lorry queuing on the M20, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/driver-died-after-colliding-with-stationary-lorry-203627/

Cyclist airlifted to hospital after accident by school

A cyclist has been airlifted to hospital with head and legs injuries after an accident close to a secondary school.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/cyclist-airlifted-to-hospital-after-accident-by-school-203623/

'Really genuine' Doctor Foster star spotted in Kent town

Doctor Foster star Suranne Jones has been described as "really genuine" after she agreed to pose with staff in a Kent restaurant.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/really-genuine-doctor-foster-star-spotted-in-kent-town-203622/

Kent Conservative MP unveils plans to hike National Insurance for the over-50s

MP plans to hike National Insurance payments by 1% for over-50s to plug a £2.5 billion hole in social care budget with a Universal Care Entitlement.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/kent-conservative-mp-unveils-plans-to-hike-national-insurance-for-the-over-50s-203600/

'I can't get past my wheelie bin'

A disabled wheelchair user says he has been left trapped in his home by inconsiderate binmen blocking his drive.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/i-cant-get-past-my-wheelie-bin-203604/

KMTV's Kent Tonight programme to highlight tasty treats

The Garden of England will be showcased in all its glory on the small screen as KMTV prepares to broadcast a special programme for foodies.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kmtvs-kent-tonight-programme-to-highlight-tasty-treats-203620/

CCTV catches 'idiotic' would-be car thief in the act

A bungled attempt at stealing from a Mercedes has been caught on camera.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/cctv-catches-idiotic-would-be-car-thief-in-the-act-203614/

Yo! Sushi to open at shopping centre

A popular Asian food chain is to open a branch in a shopping centre soon as part of a £90m extension.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/yo-sushi-to-open-at-shopping-centre-203618/

Husband admits killing his wife

A husband has admitted to the murder of his teenage wife today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/husband-admits-killing-his-wife-203616/

A look inside Kent's newest hotel following stunning makeover

A country manor with a rock and roll past has a new future as a luxury hotel and restaurant.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/a-look-inside-kents-newest-hotel-following-stunning-makeover-203603/

'You've got to get back on the horse'

A BASE jumper, who was seconds from death after throwing himself off a cliff, is set to return to the scene for a second attempt.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/youve-got-to-get-back-on-the-horse-203605/

Couple take their musical to London stage

Creative parents take their show, Parenthood, to the West End

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/couple-take-their-musical-to-london-stage-203595/

Dealer accused police of planting drugs

A drug dealer, who was chased by police through Bluewater, accused officers of planting cocaine on him.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/dealer-accused-police-of-planting-drugs-203597/

'Words of advice' as police car uses disabled bay

Police officers have been given "words of advice" after parking a patrol car in a disabled space at a hospital.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/words-of-advice-as-police-car-uses-disabled-bay-203602/

Sunday 28 April 2019

Pass the Dutchie at music festival

Eighties stars Musical Youth will perform at a county music festival more than 30 years after their worldwide hit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/pass-the-dutchie-at-music-festival-203557/

'This is devastating for dad'

An elderly man faces becoming housebound or moving to a care home after he was refused permission to install new steps to his front door.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/this-is-devastating-for-dad-203544/

Mill reaches important milestone

A windmill has reached its 150th anniversary and volunteers are celebrating.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/mill-reaches-important-milestone-203548/

Potholes cause £700-worth of damage

A man has rallied against Highways England after his wheels were repeatedly damaged through driving on the motorway.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/potholes-cause-700-worth-of-damage-203451/

Council says it didn’t know about condition

An elderly man faces becoming housebound or moving to a care home after he was refused permission to install new steps to his front door.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/council-says-it-didn-t-know-about-condition-203544/

Alison Colwell, Principal at Ebbsfleet Academy, to quit

A strict school principal is to leave, claiming dysfunctional parents are 'dooming their children to failure'.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/alison-colwell-principal-at-ebbsfleet-academy-to-quit-203585/

Brexit could cost Conservatives during local elections on Thursday

A Kent MP has acknowledged that the Conservatives are likely to lose ground in this week's council elections.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/brexit-could-cost-conservatives-during-local-elections-on-thursday-203575/

Protest march over 10,000-home scheme

Protesters took to the streets to demonstrate against a controversial garden town plan.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/protest-march-over-10-000-home-scheme-203571/

Saturday 27 April 2019

Green light for town's first 24-hour gym

Eye-catching plans for an American firm to open a 24-hour fitness centre have been approved.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/green-light-for-towns-first-24-hour-gym-203521/

Mum launches clothes range for autistic son

A mother tired of the disapproving comments her five-year-old with autism receives has designed a clothing range to alert people to his behaviour.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/mum-launches-clothes-range-for-autistic-son-203487/

'They've ripped the heart out of the high street'

Shoppers have reacted today as an M&S store closes after 82 years.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/theyve-ripped-the-heart-out-of-the-high-street-203554/

Man hurt in violent house raid

A man was attacked in his own home by two violent intruders who burst into the property in the early hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/man-hurt-in-violent-house-raid-203550/

Protesters fake being dead outside shops

Environmental campaigners held a "die-in" outside shops this afternoon.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/protesters-fake-being-dead-outside-shops-203546/

Car hits house and telegraph pole

A road has been left partially blocked in both directions after a car hit a telegraph pole and a house.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/car-hits-house-and-telegraph-pole-203549/

Carpet blocks road

Traffic was left queuing after a roll of carpet found its way onto a carriageway today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/carpet-blocks-road-203542/

Protesters to fake being dead outside shops

Environmental campaigners are going to hold a "die-in" outside shops this afternoon.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/protesters-to-fake-being-dead-outside-shops-203546/

Crash blocks road

Traffic is queuing amid reports of a multi-vehicle crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/crash-blocks-road-203542/

Home form was worst in years

Steve Lovell's departure as Gillingham manager comes on the back of their worst home record since the club's Championship days.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/sport/home-form-was-worst-in-years-203538/

Mum 'intimidated' by political campaigners at school gates

A mum-of-two has spoken out after political campaigners outside her daughter's school left her feeling "intimidated".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/mum-intimidated-by-political-campaigners-at-school-gates-203537/

Last day open for M&S store

A Kent high street will bid farewell to an iconic British brand after 82 years today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/last-day-open-for-m-s-store-203516/

Mum 'intimated' by political campaigners at school gates

A mum-of-two has spoken out after political campaigners outside her daughter's school left her feeling "intimidated".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/mum-intimated-by-political-campaigners-at-school-gates-203537/

Friday 26 April 2019

Car ploughs into Domino's Pizza

A has ploughed into a Domino's Pizza branch in front of horrified customers. See our exclusive pictures.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/car-ploughs-into-dominos-pizza-203532/

Museum interested in jewellery found in field

The jewellery piece was found during a metal detecting session in a field in Elham, and has since been verified as being made in the 7th century.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/museum-interested-in-jewellery-found-in-field-203531/

Alex's four-hour midnight clean-up after travellers

Travellers have been causing problems pitching up at numerous parks but one young man was determined not to let them ruin things for others.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/alexs-four-hour-midnight-clean-up-after-travellers-203491/

Man robbed of his mobile phone

Thugs creep up on a man and assault him and then rob him of his mobile phone.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-robbed-of-his-mobile-phone-203530/

Thugs with slingshots kill ducks

Thugs have killed several ducks with a slingshot on a section of river near a park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/thugs-with-slingshots-kill-ducks-203527/

Winner has £1,000 delivered to her door tonight

The winner of kmfm's '£1k Question' competition will spend her cash on a holiday and her home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/winner-has-1-000-delivered-to-her-door-tonight-203526/

Multi-vehicle pile up causing delays

Several cars have crashed on the A2 near Gravesend and the incident is causing delays for motorists.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/multi-vehicle-pile-up-causing-delays-203525/

Gills sack Lovell

Gillingham Football Club has announced it has sacked its manager this afternoon.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/gills-sack-lovell-203522/

Cinema earmarked for Debenhams site

Major makeover plans have been revealed for a Kent town, including a cinema earmarked for its doomed Debenhams store.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/cinema-earmarked-for-debenhams-site-203519/

New leisure and housing complex to have 100% affordable homes

More details have emerged behind a much-anticipated leisure and housing complex which has long been shrouded in secrecy.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/new-leisure-and-housing-complex-to-have-100-affordable-homes-203514/

'Council in chaos' says Shadow Foreign Secretary

Labour MP Emily Thornberry has said constituents 'see chaos' when looking at a council when she visited a town today.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/council-in-chaos-says-shadow-foreign-secretary-203509/

Council take over shopping centre

A town centre shopping centre has been acquired by a council as part of a multi-million pound deal.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/council-take-over-shopping-centre-203510/

'Please stop threatening me'

The trial of a man accused of murder took a dramatic turn after a woman phoned the police after reading a KentOnline report on the alleged killing.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/please-stop-threatening-me-203515/

Altercation leaves man injured

A man suffered injuries and had to be taken to hospital after a fight between a group of people in a residential street.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/altercation-leaves-man-injured-203502/

Your chance to have garden town questions answered

Public exhibitions have been scheduled as the deadline looms for comments on a controversial 8500 home development.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/your-chance-to-have-garden-town-questions-answered-203499/

Widdecombe 'extremely sad' to resign from conservative association

Ann Widdecombe has stepped down as president of a conservative association to stand for the Brexit Party.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/widdecombe-extremely-sad-to-resign-from-conservative-association-203496/

Heroin addict threw bloody cup of spit in cop's face

A heroin addict threw a cup of bloodied spit into a policeman’s face and threatened shop workers with a syringe - while claiming she had HIV.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/heroin-addict-threw-bloody-cup-of-spit-in-cops-face-203500/

Second World War grenade found in house

The bomb squad were called to a residential area after a wartime grenade was found in a home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/second-world-war-grenade-found-in-house-203493/

Suspected second world war grenade found in house

The bomb squad were called to a residential area after a wartime grenade was found in a home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/suspected-second-world-war-grenade-found-in-house-203493/

Man in court over Tesco and Londis 'axe threats'

A man has appeared in court accused of threatening shop workers with an axe, one count of assault and two counts of theft.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-in-court-over-tesco-and-londis-axe-threats-203488/

Singer's drunken wrong-way drive along busy road

A folk singer who drove the wrong way down a dual-carriageway for six miles while drunk has been spared prison.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/singers-drunken-wrong-way-drive-along-busy-road-203495/

Travellers find chink in village's armour

A village fortified with £36k of security measures has seen travellers pitch up on unprotected spots.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/travellers-find-chink-in-villages-armour-203486/

Solar farm inspection set to begin

A six-month inquiry deciding whether to approve a massive £450 million solar farm in Kent is set to start as dates are revealed by inspectors.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/solar-farm-inspection-set-to-begin-203477/

Three rape arrests after late-night search

Three men have been arrested on suspicion of rape after police were called to a block of flats.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/three-rape-arrests-after-late-night-search-203490/

Woman killed in crash is named

An elderly woman who died in a car crash can be named for the first time.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/woman-killed-in-crash-is-named-203489/

Teenager 'spat in officer's face'

A teenager is alleged to have spat in a police officer's face following a disturbance.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/teenager-spat-in-officers-face-203484/

Trailer crash blocks lane on M2

One lane is blocked following a crash involving a trailer on the M2.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/trailer-crash-blocks-lane-on-m2-203485/

Electric heater starts fire in shop

Two fire engines were called to a charity shop after a heater sparked flames.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/electric-heater-starts-fire-in-shop-203470/

Storm Hannah to bring strong winds

Warnings for 55mph wind gusts are in place this weekend as Storm Hannah arrives in Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/storm-hannah-to-bring-strong-winds-203482/

Man 'attacked with blunt object' in car park

A gang-of-three allegedly set upon a man in a car park, hitting him with a blunt object before taking cash from his pocket.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/man-attacked-with-blunt-object-in-car-park-203481/

Police hunt for bag of white powder near primary school

Officers carried out a search for a plastic bag filled with white powder near a primary school.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/police-hunt-for-bag-of-white-powder-near-primary-school-203480/

Local Conservatives kick-start hunt for Parliamentary candidate

Members pass motion after becoming fed-up of waiting for party bosses to open selection - as 100 express interest in the role.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/local-conservatives-kick-start-hunt-for-parliamentary-candidate-203430/

Popular pub reopens after £135k makeover

Take a look inside the 19th century listed pub which has been officially reopened to mark a major renovation during the winter.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/popular-pub-reopens-after-135k-makeover-203468/

War vet's drunken drive to hospital

An ex-soldier who toured Iraq was more than double the legal limit when he drove himself to hospital for treatment.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/war-vets-drunken-drive-to-hospital-203465/

Person in hospital after collision

Two vehicles have been involved in a crash on an industrial estate, causing delays for drivers on their way to work.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/person-in-hospital-after-collision-203449/

Indoor climbing centre to open this summer

A state-of-the-art facility able to cater for up to 400 people is set to open in a town centre later this year.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/indoor-climbing-centre-to-open-this-summer-203472/

'It is a shame but it hasn’t kept up with the times'

Debenhams' decision to close four of its Kent stores has been called "a devastating blow" to town centres but has not been a surprise to shoppers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/it-is-a-shame-but-it-hasn-t-kept-up-with-the-times-203474/

Electric heater starts fire

Two fire engines were called to a charity shop after a heater sparked flames.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/electric-heater-starts-fire-203470/

Uber could be banned from towns

A council has agreed to commission a legal report in to Uber which could see the firm banned from parts of Kent.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/uber-could-be-banned-from-towns-203471/

Girl winched to safety after falling down cliffs

A huge rescue operation was prompted after a teenager fell down cliffs.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/girl-winched-to-safety-after-falling-down-cliffs-203460/

Two-year-old hit by overtaking car suffers head injury

A little boy wheeling his scooter across a main road was rushed to hospital after he was hit by an overtaking vehicle.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/two-year-old-hit-by-overtaking-car-suffers-head-injury-203467/

Tory candidate suspended for posting "offensive material"

A candidate in next Thursday's elections has been suspended by the Conservative Party after he posted "offensive material" on his Facebook page.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/tory-candidate-suspended-for-posting-offensive-material-203463/

Weird and wonderful come together at tattoo extravaganza

Hundreds of people flocked to a tattoo convention with live music and fire performers at the weekend.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/weird-and-wonderful-come-together-at-tattoo-extravaganza-203462/

Debenhams to close four Kent stores

Debenhams will shut four Kent stores next year as part of debt restructuring plans, which have put around 1,200 jobs at risk.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/debenhams-to-close-four-kent-stores-203461/

Trust's hunt for hundreds of nurses

Nurses working at a private hospital which suddenly closed earlier this month have found new roles in the NHS, but hundreds more are still required.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/trusts-hunt-for-hundreds-of-nurses-203459/

Revealed: The top 10 cafes in Canterbury

We've rounded up the best-rated cafés across the city to make choosing where to grab a bite that bit easier.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/revealed-the-top-10-cafes-in-canterbury-203431/

Bins overspill as litter blights beaches again

Residents are calling for action to clamp down on overspilling rubbish during busy summer months - and for the council to look at bigger bins.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/bins-overspill-as-litter-blights-beaches-again-203457/

Man prepares for round-the-world flight

A former Kent schoolboy is about to embark on a challenge that will see him travel 40,000 miles.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-prepares-for-round-the-world-flight-203439/

Man stabbed in stomach 'covered in blood'

Police are investigating after a man was stabbed in the stomach.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-stabbed-in-stomach-covered-in-blood-203442/

Collision causes traffic delays

Two vehicles have been involved in a crash on an industrial estate, causing delays for drivers on their way to work.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/collision-causes-traffic-delays-203449/

'Thieves' arrested after return to stolen Land Rover stuck in mud

A man has been arrested after a stolen Land Rover was found abandoned when it is thought to have got stuck in some mud.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/thieves-arrested-after-return-to-stolen-land-rover-stuck-in-mud-203447/

Thursday 25 April 2019

'This is making me scared to leave my house'

Police are investigating after a woman was bombarded with takeaways which were sent to her home.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/this-is-making-me-scared-to-leave-my-house-203415/

Former M&S chef, 98, pays one last visit

It wasn't just any old canteen - it was a Marks & Spencer canteen where 98 year old Marjorie Guard worked for 25 years during the Deal store's heyday

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/former-m-s-chef-98-pays-one-last-visit-203299/

Man prepares for solo round-the-world flight

A former Kent schoolboy is about to embark on a challenge that will see him travel 40,000 miles.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/man-prepares-for-solo-round-the-world-flight-203439/

'No choice but to go through with exhumation'

Grief-stricken daughters have won a battle to have their mother’s body exhumed after errors by a funeral director.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/no-choice-but-to-go-through-with-exhumation-203410/

Ready, set, go: Meet this year's London Marathon runners

Thousands of Kent runners will be lining up in Greenwich Park this Sunday for the largest annual fundraising event in the world.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/ready-set-go-meet-this-years-london-marathon-runners-203401/

Win the £1k Question with kmfm

You could have £1,000 delivered to your door tonight.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/win-the-1k-question-with-kmfm-203440/

Man 'covered in blood' after stabbing

A man has been stabbed in the stomach following an incident in a garage this evening sparking a large police response set to last into the night.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-covered-in-blood-after-stabbing-203442/

Police to remain at stabbing scene tonight

A man has been stabbed in the stomach following an incident in a garage this evening sparking a large police response set to last into the night.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/police-to-remain-at-stabbing-scene-tonight-203442/

Man 'stabbed' near corner shop

A man is believed to have been stabbed near a corner shop this evening sparking a large police response.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-stabbed-near-corner-shop-203442/

'We've not been paid again'

Ebbsfleet's players have issued a collective statement for the third time this season.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/sport/weve-not-been-paid-again-203432/

£20k of designer clothes dropped off at charity shop

A charity shop has been gifted a trove of designed garments worth a small fortune.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/20k-of-designer-clothes-dropped-off-at-charity-shop-203412/

Saunders to leave Gate

Jay Saunders will step down as Margate manager after Saturday's game at Harlow.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/sport/saunders-to-leave-gate-203438/

Man airlifted to hospital after being 'stabbed'

A man has been airlifted to a London hospital with serious injuries and a woman has been arrested.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-airlifted-to-hospital-after-being-stabbed-203437/

Violent crime increases in Kent

Violent crime in Kent has increased by more than 25% in a year, according to new statistics.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/violent-crime-increases-in-kent-203436/

Owner's anguish after firestarters 'target shop'

A grandmother-of-two who has run a popular store for 37 years says she is concerned for the shop's future after a fire in the early hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/owners-anguish-after-firestarters-target-shop-203428/

Kent MP calls for tech leak police inquiry

A Kent MP has called for a police investigation into a leak of secret government technology talks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/kent-mp-calls-for-tech-leak-police-inquiry-203433/

Pharmacy announces shock closure

A pharmacy has written to customers telling them it will shut for good this summer.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/pharmacy-announces-shock-closure-203429/

Stolen Land Rover ditched after getting stuck in mud

An allegedly stolen Land Rover was ditched by a suspected thief after he couldn't get it out of mud.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/stolen-land-rover-ditched-after-getting-stuck-in-mud-203422/

Crunch time for seafront homes and shop

A multi-million pound regeneration is set to be given the green light after council officers recommended the scheme be approved.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/crunch-time-for-seafront-homes-and-shop-203408/

Former gang member to help tackle knife crime

Youngsters are being invited by police to a free talk about knife crime by a former gang member.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/former-gang-member-to-help-tackle-knife-crime-203402/

Motorway reopens with 10-mile queue

Traffic has started to move after an overturned vehicle closed the M26 and caused 10-miles of queues.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/motorway-reopens-with-10-mile-queue-203409/

Age Concern branch to close

A charity caring for dozens of elderly people is set to close, sparking a war of words with Kent County Council.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/age-concern-branch-to-close-203411/

Elderly man found dead

Police descended on a street after a body was found.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/elderly-man-found-dead-203417/

New cafe to open at shopping centre

A popular coffee and sandwich chain selling hot drinks and food will open at a Kent shopping centre, it has been revealed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/new-cafe-to-open-at-shopping-centre-203414/

Gills player's missing son is found

A Gillingham footballer has thanked everyone for their help in find his missing 11-year-old son, who was not been seen for nearly 24 hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/gills-players-missing-son-is-found-203406/

'There's all sorts of reasons why women don't get into politics'

Only a third of the candidates for the upcoming local elections in Kent are women, prompting calls for councils to improve flexibility at work.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/theres-all-sorts-of-reasons-why-women-dont-get-into-politics-203416/

Motorway closed for air ambulance

Drivers are facing queues after a vehicle overturned on the M26.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/motorway-closed-for-air-ambulance-203409/

First pictures of crews filming Kate Winslet movie

The first picture has emerged of crews filming a period drama in Kent starring Kate Winslet.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/first-pictures-of-crews-filming-kate-winslet-movie-203378/

Travellers create problems for residents

A group of travellers have pitched up in a seaside town prompting complaints about anti-social behaviour.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/travellers-create-problems-for-residents-203400/

Traffic held after car flips over

Drivers are facing queues after a vehicle overturned on the M26.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/traffic-held-after-car-flips-over-203409/

School porn tweet blunder reaches US

A school's embarrassing social media blunder has piqued the interest of a radio station in the United States.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/school-porn-tweet-blunder-reaches-us-203404/

Gills player's son missing

A Gillingham footballer has appealed for help to find his missing 11-year-old son, who has not been seen for nearly 24 hours.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/gills-players-son-missing-203406/

New Aldi brings more jobs

Job openings have been posted online as a new supermarket looks set to come to town.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/new-aldi-brings-more-jobs-203405/

Pair 'inject themselves' in broad daylight

A video showing two people apparently injecting themselves while sat in a tent has been branded "disgusting" by residents.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/pair-inject-themselves-in-broad-daylight-203399/

'She was a truly amazing lady'

Family have paid tribute to a mum who gave more than four decades of service to her town who always had a smile for everyone.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/she-was-a-truly-amazing-lady-203398/

Drowning victim, 6, told to wash in sea after wetting herself

A six-year-old girl who drowned on a crowded beach was in the water alone after being told to wash after wetting herself.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/drowning-victim-6-told-to-wash-in-sea-after-wetting-herself-203397/

Pop superstar coming to Kent to collect honorary degree

A Brit Award-winning, Grammy-nominated singer is set to be given an honorary degree in a special ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/pop-superstar-coming-to-kent-to-collect-honorary-degree-203393/

Week of sunny weather ends in Storm Hannah

We're being warned to prepare for 55mph gusts, rain and thunder as Storm Hannah arrives just seven days after Kent basked in 20C heat and sunshine.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/week-of-sunny-weather-ends-in-storm-hannah-203389/

Rail minister 'cannot confirm' Thameslink pledge

Questions remain over whether a much-anticipated rail service connecting Kent and London will definitely arrive this year as planned.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/rail-minister-cannot-confirm-thameslink-pledge-203381/

Work on 600 homes to begin

Residents have been told to expect traffic delays as work on hundreds of homes gets underway.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/work-on-600-homes-to-begin-203387/

Man bailed after paedophile hunters sting

A man arrested in a busy town centre after a sting by self-styled paedophile hunters has been released on bail.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-bailed-after-paedophile-hunters-sting-203385/

Pub closes for £250k upgrade

The last pint has been pulled at a town-centre pub this week - ahead of a £250,000 transformation.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tenterden/news/pub-closes-for-250k-upgrade-203366/

New children's play area set to open

A new interactive playground for children, based on the Garden of England, is set to open at a shopping centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/new-childrens-play-area-set-to-open-203380/

Images released after Wetherspoons assault

Police investigating a serious assault at a Wetherspoons pub have released images of a man they want to speak to.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/images-released-after-wetherspoons-assault-203383/

First picture of crews filming Kate Winslet movie

The first picture has emerged of crews filming a period drama in Kent starring Kate Winslet.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/first-picture-of-crews-filming-kate-winslet-movie-203378/

Woman charged after pub clash

Police have charged a woman with assaulting a police officer following a disturbance at a riverside pub.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/woman-charged-after-pub-clash-203373/

Uber Eats to expand its service in Kent

Popular food delivery app Uber Eats will launch in two new towns.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/uber-eats-to-expand-its-service-in-kent-203370/

Could bee-killing hornets be arriving on our shores?

Sightings of huge winged bugs have sparked fears that invasive Asian hornets have landed in Britain.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/could-bee-killing-hornets-be-arriving-on-our-shores-203368/

Teen caught with kitchen knife jailed

A drug dealer caught with a kitchen knife and class A drugs at a railway station has been jailed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/teen-caught-with-kitchen-knife-jailed-203363/

School to investigate porn tweet blunder

A secondary school has claimed its Twitter account was hacked after a pornographic video was shared to its following of pupils and parents.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/school-to-investigate-porn-tweet-blunder-203359/

School launches probe into porn tweet blunder

A secondary school has claimed its Twitter account was hacked after a pornographic video was shared to its following of pupils and parents.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/school-launches-probe-into-porn-tweet-blunder-203359/

Toys R Us site to become gym and Home Bargains

Proposals for a new discount store and 24-hour gym at a former Toys R Us store have been given the go-ahead by councillors.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/toys-r-us-site-to-become-gym-and-home-bargains-203362/

Delays for drivers after crash

A crash on a busy road has left drivers dealing with slow moving traffic.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/delays-for-drivers-after-crash-203358/

Car crashes into wall outside pub

A car has crashed into a wall outside a village pub causing long delays.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/car-crashes-into-wall-outside-pub-203357/

Wednesday 24 April 2019

Titanic star rumoured to be filming in Kent

A Hollywood star is rumoured to be filming in Kent for the next two nights.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/titanic-star-rumoured-to-be-filming-in-kent-203350/

Forget Woodstock we’ve laid Chickenstock plans

A sleepy village is set to transform into a mini Glastonbury later this year.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/forget-woodstock-we-ve-laid-chickenstock-plans-203320/

Hundreds of exotic pets 'neglected'

Animals are suffering needlessly suffering because exotic pets owners don't research the needs of the animal they buy, says the RSPCA.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/hundreds-of-exotic-pets-neglected-203343/

Is it really something to taco 'bout?

Ahead of Kent's first Taco Bell launching next month, we sent one of our reporters to an Essex branch to see what all the excitement is about.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/is-it-really-something-to-taco-bout-203347/

Teenage cyclists ‘dicing with death’

Drivers say gangs of teenage cyclists are risking their lives by dodging traffic, running red lights and riding dangerously in a town centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/teenage-cyclists-dicing-with-death-203317/

Fans start queuing for Avengers: Endgame

It's the moment Marvel fans have been waiting for since being left with such a cliffhanger at the end of last year's epic Infinity War.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/fans-start-queuing-for-avengers-endgame-203354/

Recovering addict dies after relapse

A recovering heroin addict who had responded well to rehab died after a relapse, an inquest has heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/recovering-addict-dies-after-relapse-203332/

'Gifted guitarist' took his own life

A popular musician and father died after substituting his antidepressants for painkillers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/gifted-guitarist-took-his-own-life-203335/

Titanic star rumoured to be filming in Kent tonight

A Hollywood star is rumoured to be filming in Kent for the next two nights.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/titanic-star-rumoured-to-be-filming-in-kent-tonight-203350/

Clinics to offer catch-up MMR jabs

Families worried that their child may not be protected against measles, mumps and rubella can attend catch-up clinics running in Kent next month.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/clinics-to-offer-catch-up-mmr-jabs-203349/

New migrant case - nine in boat

Eight men and a teenager have been picked up in a small boat by the Border Force.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/new-migrant-case-nine-in-boat-203342/

Travellers pitch up on land earmarked for homes

A group of travellers have pitched up caravans on land earmarked for new homes.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/travellers-pitch-up-on-land-earmarked-for-homes-203339/

Burglars jailed after crime spree across town

Two burglars are behind bars after a spate of thefts from properties but were caught in the act fleeing a property they were attempting to raid.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/burglars-jailed-after-crime-spree-across-town-203338/

'Magic' Roman amulet found by plumber

A hobbyist treasure hunter has struck gold while searching in a field owned by a princess.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/magic-roman-amulet-found-by-plumber-203341/

Knife seize leads to charge

A knife-seized from car roof lining has led to a man being charged with a weapon offence.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/knife-seize-leads-to-charge-203337/

Tobacco gang jailed for trying £500k fraud

A gang has been sentenced to more than 14 years in prison for conspiring to steal £500k worth of confiscated tobacco from the government.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/tobacco-gang-jailed-for-trying-500k-fraud-203340/

Police probe following indecent exposure

Police are investigating after a man reportedly exposed himself to a woman in a residential area.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/police-probe-following-indecent-exposure-203334/

Man died month after bin lorry accident

A man who died after being accidentally tipped into a bin lorry refused an amputation and asked for a second opinion, an inquest has heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/man-died-month-after-bin-lorry-accident-203333/

Epic cycle ride to see the world cup

A trio of rugby will cycle from England to the Far East to see the World Cup in Japan later this year.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/epic-cycle-ride-to-see-the-world-cup-203313/

Man due in court accused of people smuggling

A suspect is accused of assisting unlawful immigration between last December and March.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/man-due-in-court-accused-of-people-smuggling-203325/

School's porn Twitter blunder

A secondary school has been left red-faced after retweeting a graphic video to its 1,000 followers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/schools-porn-twitter-blunder-203330/

Stolen minibus found burnt out on marshland

Police are investigating after a stolen minibus was torched.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/stolen-minibus-found-burnt-out-on-marshland-203324/

Illegal worker found at convenience store

Immigration enforcement officers escorted a 27-year-old Iraqi man from a convenience store after he was found to be working illegally.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/illegal-worker-found-at-convenience-store-203327/

Construction firm fined £17k after worker's fall

A worker shattered his heel when he fell from a stairwell opening.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/construction-firm-fined-17k-after-workers-fall-203326/

Sainsbury's staff 'threatened' with knife

A teenage boy has been charged after checkout staff at a Sainsbury's store were 'threatened' with a knife

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/sainsburys-staff-threatened-with-knife-203322/

MP calls for rail fare refunds for 15 minute delays

An MP is requesting passengers have their tickets costs refunded for trains more than 15 minutes late.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/mp-calls-for-rail-fare-refunds-for-15-minute-delays-203321/

Kent's worst crash hotspots

Seven of the county's roads have been included in a list of the most dangerous for crashes in England.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kents-worst-crash-hotspots-203319/

Man overdosed on own prescription drugs

A homeless man who was "in and out of prison" took his own life by overdosing on his prescription drugs.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/man-overdosed-on-own-prescription-drugs-203315/

Three arrests after high-speed police chase

A rapid late-night police chase has led to three arrests.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/three-arrests-after-high-speed-police-chase-203312/

Ebbsfleet faces being 'struck off'

One of Kent's biggest football teams could be forced of business for failing to publish its accounts.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/ebbsfleet-faces-being-struck-off-203310/

Mystery over closure of golf and leisure complex

A popular driving range and paintball site has closed - but its owners say they plan to open it again soon.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/mystery-over-closure-of-golf-and-leisure-complex-203307/

'I'll take Bangladesh job - now let me tell the wife'

Jamie Day, the former boss of Ebbsfleet United and Welling, accepted a job with the Bangladesh national team without telling his other half.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/sport/ill-take-bangladesh-job-now-let-me-tell-the-wife-203280/

Wife's tribute to antiques dealer Ron

An antiques trader and pub landlord has been remembered after his death from pancreatic cancer.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/wifes-tribute-to-antiques-dealer-ron-203283/

Arrest after man stabbed

A woman has been taken into custody after a man was treated for a stab wound following a late night attack.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/arrest-after-man-stabbed-203300/

Has Banksy struck again?

A graffiti mural spray painted on a primary school over the Easter Holidays could be a Banksy.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/has-banksy-struck-again-203293/

Teen with special needs describes 'vicious' attack

An 18-year-old with learning disabilities has spoken out about an assault in which he was repeatedly kicked in the head by two young men.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/teen-with-special-needs-describes-vicious-attack-203292/

Ministers accused of rail 'mess'

A host of Kent MPs have taken to the Commons to discuss the latest delay to a decision on the future of the county's rail services.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/ministers-accused-of-rail-mess-203282/

Taco Bell reveals opening date

A US fast food chain is due to open the doors of its first restaurant in Kent next month.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/taco-bell-reveals-opening-date-203289/

Immigration teams swoop on town

Immigration officials have been spotted in a town centre.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/immigration-teams-swoop-on-town-203285/

Grieving dad's tribute to 'amazing family'

A dad who went to university in the county has described the heartache of losing his family in the Sri Lankan bombings.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/grieving-dads-tribute-to-amazing-family-203279/

Dad's whole family killed in bombing

A dad who went to university in the county has described his deep distress after his family were killed in the horrific Easter bombings in Sri Lanka.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/dads-whole-family-killed-in-bombing-203279/

Car collides with level crossing barriers

There are delays to trains and traffic congestion after a car crashed into level crossing barriers.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/car-collides-with-level-crossing-barriers-203277/

Memorial lanterns and balloons ‘still killing wildlife’

A conservationist is campaigning to end the release of lanterns and balloons from the seafront after seeing dead seagulls tangled in their remains.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/memorial-lanterns-and-balloons-still-killing-wildlife-203267/

Driver in hospital after crash

A driver has been rushed to hospital after an accident which has left a road blocked in both directions.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/driver-in-hospital-after-crash-203275/

Ann Widdecombe returns to politics for Brexit Party

Former Kent MP Ann Widdecombe will be standing in the upcoming European Elections for Nigel Farage's Brexit Party.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/ann-widdecombe-returns-to-politics-for-brexit-party-203272/

Break-in forces passengers to queue outside station

Rail passengers have been faced with long queues at the ticket office after a break-in at a station.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/weald/news/break-in-forces-passengers-to-queue-outside-station-203273/

Passenger taken ill on train

Rail commuters have faced delays this morning after an ambulance had to be called to a station when a passenger was taken ill.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/passenger-taken-ill-on-train-203270/

Tuesday 23 April 2019

By George - he's cracked it!

Ex-marine is life and soul of charity’s assisted living complex and still does one handed press-ups and runs fitness classes.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/by-george-hes-cracked-it-203225/

Home must be converted back into a pub

A former landlord of 20 years who turned his pub into a house has been ordered to convert it back by a council.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/home-must-be-converted-back-into-a-pub-203220/

Safety ring ‘could buy more time’ for casualties

A bereaved daughter has welcomed new safety measures near sea wall where her father died.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/safety-ring-could-buy-more-time-for-casualties-203249/

Should we have had an extra day off today?

People across the UK including here in Kent have enjoyed a relaxing four-day weekend thanks to the Easter Bank Holiday, but should it have been five?

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/should-we-have-had-an-extra-day-off-today-203257/

'Teen with knife' arrested after takeaway fight

A teenager spotted reportedly carrying a knife has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting three people at a town centre takeaway.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/teen-with-knife-arrested-after-takeaway-fight-203250/

'I've never killed someone before'

An electrician called police three times before he 'strangled' his drunken pal for five minutes, a court heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/ive-never-killed-someone-before-203253/

Lorry gets stuck on hill

Police officers were called to assist after a lorry got stuck on a busy road and caused an obstruction this evening.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/lorry-gets-stuck-on-hill-203252/

Air ambulance responds to medical emergency

A man has been airlifted to hospital this afternoon after medical emergency.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/air-ambulance-responds-to-medical-emergency-203251/

Air ambulance respond to medical emergency

A man has been airlifted to hospital this afternoon after medical emergency.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/air-ambulance-respond-to-medical-emergency-203251/

Man 'cuts up dead porpoise with meat cleaver'

A man has allegedly been spotted using a meat cleaver to cut up a porpoise found washed up dead on a beach.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-cuts-up-dead-porpoise-with-meat-cleaver-203234/

‘This will destroy our village’

Angry residents fear their village could be “destroyed” if a bid to build 180 homes is approved.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/this-will-destroy-our-village-203247/

Teenager arrested for carrying knife

Police arrested a teenager on Sunday as part of a crackdown on knife crime

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/teenager-arrested-for-carrying-knife-203245/

Teenager arrested for carrying knife

Police arrested a teenager on Sunday as part of a crackdown on knife crime

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/teenager-arrested-for-carrying-knife-203245/

No love for KFC

More than 100 objections have been written after plans for a KFC restaurant in an oast house were revealed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/malling/news/no-love-for-kfc-203239/

Two new chains revealed for town's revamp

The latest names to have signed up to a town’s regeneration scheme have been revealed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/two-new-chains-revealed-for-towns-revamp-203241/

Industrial blaze can be seen from miles away

Billowing black smoke can be seen for miles after a fire involving an industrial unit and a HGV.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/industrial-blaze-can-be-seen-from-miles-away-203244/

Dad jumped from M20 bridge after family bereavement

A father-of-three who died after jumping off a bridge over the M20 was struggling to come to terms with a family bereavement.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/dad-jumped-from-m20-bridge-after-family-bereavement-203228/

Free entry to stay for Dreamland

Record-breaking numbers for the seafront theme park's opening weeks has lead to bosses keeping the free entry scheme.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/free-entry-to-stay-for-dreamland-203240/

CCTV issued after girl punched in the face

Police are trying to trace a man who they think may be able to help them with their inquires after a woman was punched in the face in a random attack.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/cctv-issued-after-girl-punched-in-the-face-203237/

Former BBC presenter to stand as MEP

The University of Kent's chancellor, Gavin Esler, has announced he will be standing as an anti-Brexit MEP at the European elections.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/former-bbc-presenter-to-stand-as-mep-203235/

Man 'cuts up dead dolphin with meat cleaver'

A man has allegedly been spotted using a meat cleaver to cut up a dolphin found washed up dead on a beach.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/man-cuts-up-dead-dolphin-with-meat-cleaver-203234/

Paedophile spared prison over 'vile' images

A paedophile arrested after a police raid on his parents' home uncovered child sex images on his laptop has avoided a jail sentence.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/paedophile-spared-prison-over-vile-images-203238/

Road closed due to overturned car

Police and ambulance attended the scene of a crash

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/road-closed-due-to-overturned-car-203233/

'Professional burglar' jailed after leaving blood stain

A “professional burglar” who swiped Corinthian style silver candlesticks and expensive antiques from a woman’s home has been jailed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/professional-burglar-jailed-after-leaving-blood-stain-203236/

'She brought artistry, joy and power to her performances'

Thousands of pounds have been raised to help get the body of a young dancer back to the USA.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/hythe/news/she-brought-artistry-joy-and-power-to-her-performances-203229/

Listen to the news with the KentOnline Podcast

You can now stay up to date with the biggest news stories in Kent while you are on the move.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/listen-to-the-news-with-the-kentonline-podcast-203227/

Undercover police target vandals

Plain clothes patrols are being used in a bid to end a spate of car window smashings.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/undercover-police-target-vandals-203217/

Missing girl found safe

A girl who had been missing for two days has been found safe and well.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/missing-girl-found-safe-203176/

Parents' hope after losing 'warrior' baby to heart failure

The family of a tragic tot who died aged 16 months from heart failure are hoping to raise awareness of the condition which caused their son's death.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/parents-hope-after-losing-warrior-baby-to-heart-failure-203222/

Chapel Down brewery delayed again

A town-centre brewery being launched by winemaker Chapel Down has been delayed again despite having been due to open this week.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/chapel-down-brewery-delayed-again-203218/

Shoe giant puts extra shine on city centre store

A shopping centre has been boosted by a £600,000 investment in a store.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/shoe-giant-puts-extra-shine-on-city-centre-store-203215/

'My faith is restored in humanity'

A woman who left her keys in her car door for three days was delighted to discover neither the keys nor car had been stolen.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/my-faith-is-restored-in-humanity-203213/

Man under investigation amid tributes to crash victim

A man remains under investigation by police after a motorcyclist was killed in a crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/man-under-investigation-amid-tributes-to-crash-victim-203201/

Woman finds keys in car door... three days after losing them

A woman who left her keys in her car door for three days was delighted to discover neither the keys nor car had been stolen.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/woman-finds-keys-in-car-door-three-days-after-losing-them-203213/

Cocktail and gin bar set to open in high street

A new bar is set to open in the next fortnight on the site of a former high street restaurant.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/cocktail-and-gin-bar-set-to-open-in-high-street-203198/

Elderly cyclist found lying in road

A woman in her 70s remains in a serious yet stable condition after she was found lying in the road.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/elderly-cyclist-found-lying-in-road-203212/

Plans to open grilled chicken chain axed

Hopes to open a grilled chicken restaurant to rival Nando's have been dashed after the proposals were dropped.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/plans-to-open-grilled-chicken-chain-axed-203209/

Teen critical but stable after crash

The family of a 17-year-old boy who suffered life-changing injuries in a crash have thanked emergency services for their efforts.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/teen-critical-but-stable-after-crash-203207/

Driver under investigation amid tributes to crash victim

A man remains under investigation by police after a motorcyclist was killed in a crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/driver-under-investigation-amid-tributes-to-crash-victim-203201/

'Arsonists set fire to outdoor gym'

A brand new outdoor gym has been closed after a fire which is thought to have been started deliberately.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/arsonists-set-fire-to-outdoor-gym-203199/

Thugs hurl dog poo at teen with learning difficulties

A college student has been injured in a vicious assault in which attackers flung dog poo at him.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/thugs-hurl-dog-poo-at-teen-with-learning-difficulties-203204/

Police launch McDonald's fight probe

A brawl in a McDonald's is being investigated by police after a video emerged on social media - but no arrests have yet been made.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/police-launch-mcdonalds-fight-probe-203203/

Cocktail bar set open in high street

A new bar is set to open in the next fortnight on the site of a former high street restaurant.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/cocktail-bar-set-open-in-high-street-203198/

Driver 'caught inhaling laughing gas behind the wheel'

A young man has been arrested after he is thought to have been caught inhaling laughing gas while driving.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/driver-caught-inhaling-laughing-gas-behind-the-wheel-203194/

Migrant found dead under coach

A man was discovered dead after becoming entangled in the moving parts of a coach.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/migrant-found-dead-under-coach-203192/

Unexploded bomb found in river

Bomb disposal experts have removed an explosive device discovered in a river in a quiet village.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/unexploded-bomb-found-in-river-203188/

Monday 22 April 2019

27 restaurants that turned around poor hygiene ratings

A bad hygiene rating is not the end for your favourite restaurant as dozens of establishments have proven in the last 18 months.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/27-restaurants-that-turned-around-poor-hygiene-ratings-203080/

Needles found on path near schools

A council has cleared up 30 discarded needles from a footpath after horrified parents complained.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/needles-found-on-path-near-schools-203078/

Poor hygiene ratings turned around

Here's 27 Kent businesses that worked hard to get their hygiene ratings back on track.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/poor-hygiene-ratings-turned-around-203080/

Work on The Range delayed

Construction on a retail park was due to start this autumn but agreeing finer details with the council has caused delays.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/work-on-the-range-delayed-203076/

Easter boom for Kent's attractions

Soaring temperatures has helped some of the county's best loved attractions to have a bumper weekend.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/easter-boom-for-kents-attractions-203177/

Concern for missing girl

A police search is underway to find a teenage girl who has now been missing for two days.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/concern-for-missing-girl-203176/

EU elections bill to cost millions

Councils across Kent will have to pay the costs of staging European Parliament elections even if those elected might only serve for months.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/eu-elections-bill-to-cost-millions-203175/

EU election to cost Kent millions

Councils across the county will have to spend funds organising elections to the European Parliament even if those elected might only serve for months.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/eu-election-to-cost-kent-millions-203175/

Teenager's tragic murder highlighted

The story of a teenager murdered after telling her boyfriend she was pregnant will feature on TV tonight.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/teenagers-tragic-murder-highlighted-203174/

Rare octopus sighting

An eight-legged sea creature has been seen on a Kent beach.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/rare-octopus-sighting-203173/

Three migrants boats stopped

Small vessels carrying 36 men, women and children have been intercepted off the Kent coast.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/three-migrants-boats-stopped-203172/

Tesco 'arson' suspect in court

A man has been remanded in custody after being accused of endangering life following a fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/tesco-arson-suspect-in-court-203171/

Lost gardens set to be revealed after 100 years

A £2.3m project revealing a glen hidden for 100 years, and a new trail with George Clarke's Amazing Spaces craftsman William Hardie, will open soon.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/lost-gardens-set-to-be-revealed-after-100-years-203165/

Funds given to help sexual abuse victims

Kent's Police and Crime Commissioner is helping to fund a programme for young victims of crime.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/funds-given-to-help-sexual-abuse-victims-203007/

Former golf club set for 'major store'

Negotiations have started with a "major" food store and gym chain about setting up on the same site.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/herne-bay/news/former-golf-club-set-for-major-store-203159/

Animal park mourns tiger death

A fiery tigress has died from cancer.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/animal-park-mourns-tiger-death-203164/

Arrest warrant in brothel case in doubt

A European arrest warrant for a young woman suspected of running a sex ring with her boyfriend is set to be withdrawn.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/arrest-warrant-in-brothel-case-in-doubt-202996/

Arrest warrant in brothel case set to be dropped

A European arrest warrant for a young woman suspected of running a sex ring with her boyfriend is set to be withdrawn.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/arrest-warrant-in-brothel-case-set-to-be-dropped-202996/

Anti-Brexit assault case dropped

A man says he "smells a rat" after police dropped the case against thugs who beat him up for wearing a T-Shirt.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/anti-brexit-assault-case-dropped-203160/

Sunday 21 April 2019

Calls for review of 'dodgy' junction

Concerned residents are calling for a review of a road crossing where three people have been hit by cars this year.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/calls-for-review-of-dodgy-junction-203044/

Girl's prized skates stolen

A girl's participation in a competition is in doubt after thieves stole her ice skates from the boot of a car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/girls-prized-skates-stolen-203022/

Kent's booming food industry

From wine to vegan fudge, Kent produces a tenth of the UK's food and drink industry.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kents-booming-food-industry-203025/

Dead porpoise found on beach

The coastguard was called in after a porpoise washed up on a stretch of beach.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/dead-porpoise-found-on-beach-203147/

Dead dolphin found on beach

The coastguard was called in after a porpoise washed up on a stretch of beach.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/dead-dolphin-found-on-beach-203147/

Castle's link to Royal pearl

There's a chance to see Tom Baker's sword in a new exhibition at Hever.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/castles-link-to-royal-pearl-203145/

Suspected drugs bust in town centre

Police vans were spotted loading up evidence bags containing plants in a car park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/suspected-drugs-bust-in-town-centre-203141/

'Let us stand with the people of Sri Lanka'

The Archbishop of Canterbury has pledged solidarity with the victims of the Easter Sunday bombings.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/let-us-stand-with-the-people-of-sri-lanka-203142/

We shall fight them on the beaches - unless we run out of water

Churchill's homes was closed to visitors temporarily today after the taps ran dry.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/we-shall-fight-them-on-the-beaches-unless-we-run-out-of-water-203138/

Sizzling Bank Holiday could break records

The Met Office says this Easter Bank Holiday could be the warmest on record.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/sizzling-bank-holiday-could-break-records-203139/

Road closure causes long delays

Resurfacing works on a major route have led to queues this Easter Sunday.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/road-closure-causes-long-delays-203137/

Fight breaks out in McDonald's

Footage has emerged of a security guard being attacked in a McDonald's restaurant.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/fight-breaks-out-in-mcdonalds-203135/

Cordon after man found collapsed

Police cordoned off part of a town centre after a man was found in a serious condition outside a pub.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/cordon-after-man-found-collapsed-203129/

Police cordon in Jubilee Square

Police cordoned off an area of Maidstone town centre this morning after a man was found collapsed.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-cordon-in-jubilee-square-203129/

Biker arrested after fatal crash

A motorcyclist is suspected of causing death by dangerous driving following a collision.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/biker-arrested-after-fatal-crash-203128/

Former Kent Conservative MEP signs up to new party

All change for former Tory MEP Richard Ashworth in party switch

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/former-kent-conservative-mep-signs-up-to-new-party-203124/

Saturday 20 April 2019

Barrier set to stay on M20 for months

A steel barrier on the M20 is set to stay in place for months, sparking anger among motorists who have branded it "dangerous".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/barrier-set-to-stay-on-m20-for-months-203017/

Grandma prepares for flight of her life

A grandma who is 'terrified of heights' is preparing to walk on the wings of a plane in memory of her grandson who died.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/grandma-prepares-for-flight-of-her-life-203000/

Family to open 24 hour gym

A firm which runs dessert restaurants are now turning their attention to fitness...by opening a gym.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/family-to-open-24-hour-gym-203015/

Fire crews cut person free from crash

A person was cut free from a car and treated by medics after a crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/fire-crews-cut-person-free-from-crash-203119/

Vegan protestors storm Sainsbury's meat counter

Protestors have taken to Sainsbury's meat counter in a bid to "bring awareness of violence to bring lamb bodies to the table this Easter".

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/vegan-protestors-storm-sainsburys-meat-counter-203118/

Biker and driver fight in street

Police are investigating after a motorcyclist and driver started fighting in the middle of a road.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/biker-and-driver-fight-in-street-203115/

Woman arrested after pub disturbance

A 21-year-old woman has been arrested after a disturbance at a riverside pub.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/woman-arrested-after-pub-disturbance-203108/

Record-breaking numbers for Dreamland

A record-breaking number of visitors have flocked to a seaside amusement park in time for the bank holiday sun.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/record-breaking-numbers-for-dreamland-203105/

Teen arrested as five injured in serious crash

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested after another teen suffered serious injuries during a crash.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/teen-arrested-as-five-injured-in-serious-crash-203093/

Campers saved from high tide

Two people had to be rescued by firefighters from rising river waters.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sandwich/news/campers-saved-from-high-tide-203101/

Travellers move onto park

Council officials have been notified after travellers moved onto Great Lines Heritage Park

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/travellers-move-onto-park-203097/

Hedgehog killed with catapult

A resident has told of his outrage after finding a hedgehog shot with pellets.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/hedgehog-killed-with-catapult-203095/

Friday 19 April 2019

Quorn cocktail sausages spiked with real chicken nugget

A vegetarian suspects foul play after finding a real chicken nugget in his meat-free cocktail sausages.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/quorn-cocktail-sausages-spiked-with-real-chicken-nugget-203091/

Banned from feeding the birds

A council has issued a letter to a woman warning her to stop feeding pigeons.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/banned-from-feeding-the-birds-203001/

'We always wondered what happened to him'

A man who runaway to Kent as a child is planning a reunion with the kind family who took him in.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/we-always-wondered-what-happened-to-him-202994/

Objection to flats near castle

A former nursing home described as the jewel in Wellington Parade’s crown is at risk of being demolished to make way for six flats.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/objection-to-flats-near-castle-203005/

Trespasser delays trains

Services through a station were delayed after someone got on to the tracks.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/trespasser-delays-trains-203084/

Vic Reeves and Nancy Sorrell open indoor market

A former antiques show room has been transformed into an indoor market open this weekend.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/vic-reeves-and-nancy-sorrell-open-indoor-market-203083/

Vic Reeves and Nnacy Sorrel open indoor market

A former antiques show room has been transformed into an indoor market open this weekend.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/deal/news/vic-reeves-and-nnacy-sorrel-open-indoor-market-203083/

'What on earth is he doing on bail?'

A judge has vented his frustration after magistrates granted bail to a dangerous convicted man.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/what-on-earth-is-he-doing-on-bail-203082/

Works to disrupt Easter train travel

Train services in the heart of the county will not be running on Easter Sunday - meaning passengers will need to use replacement buses.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/works-to-disrupt-easter-train-travel-203077/

'We need to take a stand now'

A mum is urging the government to make changes to stop climate change as she joins the London protests.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/we-need-to-take-a-stand-now-203075/

Cost to Kent councils of running EU election could top £2m

Councils won't be short-changed by EU vote, says government, despite Brexit.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/cost-to-kent-councils-of-running-eu-election-could-top-2m-203066/

Travellers move to park

A group of travellers have moved to a park.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/travellers-move-to-park-203069/

114 fines in Kent for breaching council bans

More than 100 people in Kent have been fined for breaching council bans on swearing, cycling and having dogs off leads.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/114-fines-in-kent-for-breaching-council-bans-203062/

Man dies in 'hit and run'

Officers are appealing for information from anyone who saw the moments leading up to a man's death.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/man-dies-in-hit-and-run-203064/

Police appeal after man dies

Officers are appealing for information from anyone who saw the moments leading up to a man's death.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/police-appeal-after-man-dies-203064/

Weapons and drugs found in multiple police raids

Police have made several arrests in a bid to crack down on knife crime

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/weapons-and-drugs-found-in-multiple-police-raids-203063/

Egg hunts and prizes at new toy store

A new toy store opens in the county today, with Easter egg hunts and prizes to give away.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/egg-hunts-and-prizes-at-new-toy-store-203061/

'It's a kick in the face every time I see another girl murdered'

The mother of a murdered teenager is campaigning to have those who commit domestic violence to be put on a register.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/its-a-kick-in-the-face-every-time-i-see-another-girl-murdered-203056/

Road closed after serious crash

A man was trapped in a car after a serious crash which has forced a road closure.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tonbridge/news/road-closed-after-serious-crash-203057/

Lucky escape for family after hob fire breaks out

Firefighters are urging families to be more careful in the kitchen after two hob fires broke out in the same day.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/lucky-escape-for-family-after-hob-fire-breaks-out-203054/

Watch police find knife hidden in bike

Officers have taken a man into custody after a knife was found hidden in a bike lock.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/watch-police-find-knife-hidden-in-bike-203055/

Drummer who drowned at beach died in hospital days later

A drummer who drowned while visiting the seaside died in hospital after he suffered multiple organ failure, an inquest heard.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/romney-marsh/news/drummer-who-drowned-at-beach-died-in-hospital-days-later-203027/

Dover TAP in force along A20

Lorries are stacked up along the A20 today as Dover TAP has been brought into force on one of the year's busiest travel days.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/dover-tap-in-force-along-a20-203053/

It's Jake Quickenden! Oh, yes it is!

A theatre has named reality TV personality and former X Factor contestant as its panto star.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/its-jake-quickenden-oh-yes-it-is-202916/

Friends and colleagues mourn 'devoted' ex-MP

A veteran politician who served as an MP for almost 30 years has died.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/faversham/news/friends-and-colleagues-mourn-devoted-ex-mp-203035/

Thursday 18 April 2019

Care home ‘unsafe and poorly-led’ say health inspectors

A care home has been put into special measures after being rated ‘inadequate’ by the healthcare watchdog.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/care-home-unsafe-and-poorly-led-say-health-inspectors-202874/

Opening date for cinema revealed

The boss of a cinema company that’s opening a branch as part of a town’s multi-million pound regeneration has confirmed when it is set to open.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/opening-date-for-cinema-revealed-202930/

‘My rugby ball-sized cyst was like being pregnant’

A mother-of-two discovered she had an ovarian cyst the size of a rugby ball only because she had been trying to lose weight.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/my-rugby-ball-sized-cyst-was-like-being-pregnant-202993/

Pervert weatherman strikes again

A pervert weatherman who avoided jail after performing a sex act in front of two school girls is now behind bars.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/pervert-weatherman-strikes-again-202982/

Bells tolled for Notre Dame

Church bells rang out across Kent in a show of solidarity after the Notre Dame fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/bells-tolled-for-notre-dame-203043/

Crash led to 10-mile M25 queue

Motorists suffered long delays after a crash between two lorries on the M25.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/crash-led-to-10-mile-m25-queue-203024/

Promise to family of murdered teen kept

A stone mason has kept the vow made to the mum of murder victim Stephen Lawrence not to give way to vandals.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/promise-to-family-of-murdered-teen-kept-203036/

Fears of an 'environmental catastrophe'

Plans for thousands of new homes near an already gridlocked-road have sparked fears of an 'environmental catastrophe'

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/fears-of-an-environmental-catastrophe-203029/

Listen as bells toll for Notre Dame

Church bells are ringing out across Kent in a show of solidarity after the Notre Dame fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/listen-as-bells-toll-for-notre-dame-203043/

Watch as bells toll for Notre Dame

Church bells are ringing out across Kent in a show of solidarity after the Notre Dame fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/watch-as-bells-toll-for-notre-dame-203043/

School children urge council to declare climate emergency

Children as young as eight have addressed councillors to urge them to take serious action against climate change.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/school-children-urge-council-to-declare-climate-emergency-203039/

Villa firm comes to scammed family's rescue

A family left stranded in Majorca after being scammed have been offered a dream holiday.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/villa-firm-comes-to-scammed-familys-rescue-203041/

Man hit by car taken to hospital

A pedestrian has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-hit-by-car-taken-to-hospital-203033/

Men treated after boat fire

Two men have been treated for cuts and burns after the boat they were on caught fire.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/men-treated-after-boat-fire-203042/

Pedestrian 'seriously injured' after being hit by car

Police have closed a road while they investigate a person being hit by a car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sevenoaks/news/pedestrian-seriously-injured-after-being-hit-by-car-203040/

Man in court after handbag theft

A man has been charged with robbery and fraud after a woman was hurt trying to fight off an attacker.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/man-in-court-after-handbag-theft-203031/

Cashpoint robber 'pushed' victim

A man was pushed by a thief as he took out money from a cash machine.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/cashpoint-robber-pushed-victim-203032/

Man hit by car

A pedestrian has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/man-hit-by-car-203033/

Tapas restaurant coming to town

Prepare yourselves for a Spanish and Latin American food and cocktails, coming soon.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/tapas-restaurant-coming-to-town-203026/

Temporary loos to replace shut seafront toilets

Temporary toilets are set to replace closed public conveniences on a seafront ahead of the busy summer season, the council has announced.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/news/temporary-loos-to-replace-shut-seafront-toilets-203021/

Travel, pharmacies and pet advice for Easter

It is set to be one of the hottest weekends of the year so far, but are you ready for Easter?

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/travel-pharmacies-and-pet-advice-for-easter-203016/

Six outdoor pools to make a splash in this summer

As the weather is getting warmer, we have rounded up some of the county's most popular outdoor swim spots.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/six-outdoor-pools-to-make-a-splash-in-this-summer-203012/

Ten-mile queues on M25

Motorists are being told to expect long delays after a crash between two lorries on the M25.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/ten-mile-queues-on-m25-203024/

'Gardener' targets woman in 70s

Police have released an image of a man who they want to speak to about a distraction burglary.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/gardener-targets-woman-in-70s-203008/

Travel, pharmacies and pet snacks for Easter

It is set to be one of the hottest weekends of the year so far, but are you ready for Easter?

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/travel-pharmacies-and-pet-snacks-for-easter-203016/

Co-op under fire over 'unacceptable' deliveries

Neighbours say they have repeatedly been woken up by noisy early-morning deliveries at a store where drop-offs are prohibited before 7am.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/co-op-under-fire-over-unacceptable-deliveries-203004/

Easter is set to be hot - are you ready?

It is set to be one of the hottest weekends of the year so far, but are you ready for Easter?

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/easter-is-set-to-be-hot-are-you-ready-203016/

Vandals throw paint over learner driver's car

A 17-year-old's car has been targeted by vandals who threw paint over the vehicle.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/ashford/news/vandals-throw-paint-over-learner-drivers-car-203010/

6 outdoor pools to make a splash in this summer

As the weather is getting warmer, we have rounded up some of the county's most popular outdoor swim spots.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/6-outdoor-pools-to-make-a-splash-in-this-summer-203012/

Search for missing man continues

A 39-year-old man has been missing for a month.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/search-for-missing-man-continues-203002/

Lifeguard hut targeted in break-in

A charity is facing a bill of about £1,000 after one of its mobile lifeguard buildings was targeted in a break-in.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/lifeguard-hut-targeted-in-break-in-203003/

Gang member used children to run his drug operation

A Kent drug dealer has been convicted of human trafficking after he forced vulnerable children to sell crack cocaine and heroin for him.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/canterbury/news/gang-member-used-children-to-run-his-drug-operation-202991/

'On the brink of a cat crisis'

A leading animal charity says more than 620 cats and kittens were abandoned in the county last year.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/on-the-brink-of-a-cat-crisis-202997/

Person caught on CCTV stealing milk and orange juice from doorstep

An ex-police officer has been left angered after a thief stole milk and orange juice from her doorstep earlier this week.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/gravesend/news/person-caught-on-cctv-stealing-milk-and-orange-juice-from-doorstep-202988/

Grandfather's search for good samaritans

An elderly man wants to find three people who came to his aid after suffering a 'petrifying' fall.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/grandfathers-search-for-good-samaritans-202973/

'It could have happened to anyone'

A father-of-five wants his story to serve as a warning after claiming to have been scammed by a travel website.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/it-could-have-happened-to-anyone-202978/

Grandfather's search for good samaritans after 'petrifying' fall

An elderly man wants to find three good samaritans who came to his aid when he fell in the middle of a busy road.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/grandfathers-search-for-good-samaritans-after-petrifying-fall-202973/

'This is a company that is supposed to be helping the disabled'

An investigation has highlighted a number of concerns about the company operating wheelchair services across the county.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/this-is-a-company-that-is-supposed-to-be-helping-the-disabled-202983/

Fraudster on the run after sentencing

Peter King has been sentenced to four and a half years in jail, but failed to attend court for sentencing.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dartford/news/fraudster-on-the-run-after-sentencing-202975/

Monopoly mania day in Margate

A day of competitive - and not so competitive - games will be staged to mark the release of a town's edition of the world famous board game Monopoly.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/monopoly-mania-day-in-margate-202972/

Kent town has 6th highest number of uncontested seats in country

Before anyone has even stepped foot in a polling station, 24 candidates across the county have already secured their victory.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/kent/news/kent-town-has-6th-highest-number-of-uncontested-seats-in-country-202974/

Wednesday 17 April 2019

Courtroom drama's verdict: you decide

A theatre show, set in a courtroom in a secret location in Kent, will see audience members play the part of the jury and decide the verdict.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/whats-on/news/courtroom-dramas-verdict-you-decide-202899/

New £250k prison flats left empty after funding cuts

Women prisoners have been denied new accommodation as flats refurbished for £250,000 have been left empty for 10 months.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/maidstone/news/new-250k-prison-flats-left-empty-after-funding-cuts-202936/

Coastal park 'disgrace'

Makeshift camps full of rubbish are said to be spoiling a town's main attractions.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/folkestone/news/coastal-park-disgrace-202933/

Culture of fighting found in youth jail

Results from an unannounced inspection found young inmates felt the need to fight with those from different postcodes.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway/news/culture-of-fighting-found-in-youth-jail-202937/

Plea for railings after car hits home

Calls have been made for safety rails at a notorious junction where there have been several crashes.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sheerness/news/plea-for-railings-after-car-hits-home-202939/

Rat-infested takeaway reopens

A popular takeaway that was shut down by health inspectors has re-opened under new management.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/sittingbourne/news/rat-infested-takeaway-reopens-202925/

Mum-of-three dies of cardiac arrest

An inquest has been told how a "wonderful" and "incredibly selfless" mum died suddenly at the age of 49.

from KentOnline News https://www.kentonline.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/news/mum-of-three-dies-of-cardiac-arrest-202965/