Latest Ashford Borough Council News
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Emergency services shut route after car crashes into bus stopEmergency services closed a road after a vehicle ploughed into a bus stop. -
220 council homes planned for two landmark sites near town centreTwo landmark sites near a town centre could be transformed into 220 council homes under new plans.
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‘Will it make any difference?’ New 20mph speed limit planned for 35 roadsA new 20mph scheme has received a mixed response from residents who believe it will do little to improve road safety. -
‘I was flabbergasted’: Council under fire again for ticketing broken-down bus at bus stopA council has come under fire again after a traffic warden handed a parking ticket to another broken-down bus at a bus stop. -
Where to see adorable newborn lambs this springFrom working rural farms to family attractions, this is where you can get up close to baby animals this season. -
‘Show some common sense rather than sticking to rigid rules’In her latest column, MP Katie Lam takes aim at a council over its handling of a pub’s fundraising activities. -
‘I’m being greedy!’ Gift shop owner to open second site in former bankA former town centre bank has been snapped up by the owner of a gift shop just two doors away. -
Plans for tasting rooms with stunning views over vineyard approvedA leading Kent winemaker has gained approval for plans to build a new tasting room with views over its vineyard. -
Former waste site edges closer to demolition and new £2.6m ‘employment’ hubAn abandoned waste site has edged closer to becoming a “viable employment” hub after plans were submitted to turn it into a £2.6m council depot. -
‘We’ve taken over Kent’s most haunted pub - but the challenge doesn’t scare us!’A pub widely regarded as Kent’s most haunted has been taken over by new owners who insist they are not scared of the challenges facing the industry.
Latest Canterbury City Council News
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Roadworks spark rush hour chaos in city centreSimultaneous roadworks and temporary traffic lights are causing heavy congestion for rush-hour commuters. -
PinkPantheress crowned producer of the year at Brit Awards ceremonyA popstar who grew up in Kent made history after taking home a prestigious title at the Brit Awards ceremony.
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Shopkeepers scrap bid for new store amid ‘integrity’ concernsA licensing bid for a Premier store has been withdrawn after bosses faced widespread criticism over their record with illegal workers. -
Superstar Kent author reveals baby joy - as ‘big budget’ movie edges closerA best-selling Kent author has revealed she has become a mum - and provided an update on plans to turn her books into “big budget” movies. -
Road cordoned off due to sinkholeA cordon has been set up around a sinkhole and a road closed after its discovery earlier today. -
Christmas burglar caught hiding in loft after police tracked stolen AirPodsA prolific burglar who smashed through a family’s door on Christmas Day and stole items worth thousands of pounds was caught by tracking AirPods. -
‘Serious and urgent crisis’ in Kent as rough sleeping figures rise by 17%Kent is facing a “serious and urgent crisis” as new figures reveal a shocking 17% rise in rough sleeping – far outstripping the national average. -
New planning applications include hospice rebuild and changes to 64-home estateLatest development plans submitted to a council include the demolition of a hospice for a modern rebuild and changes to a 64-home development. -
‘My heart stopped nine times at pub - it’s a miracle I survived’A window cleaner whose heart stopped nine times while he was working at a pub admits it is a “miracle” he is still alive. -
First look inside million-pound revival of abandoned Kent attractionOne of Kent’s most popular visitor attractions has been revived, with its new bosses promising a spectacular, immersive experience.
Latest Dover District Council News
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Crash on A2 sparks long delaysA crash has sparked long delays on the A2. -
Superstar Kent author reveals baby joy - as ‘big budget’ movie edges closerA best-selling Kent author has revealed she has become a mum - and provided an update on plans to turn her books into “big budget” movies.
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Emotional scenes as 30 learner driver cars join instructor’s funeral cortegeAbout 30 learner driver cars formed a funeral procession in a touching tribute to a much-loved instructor. -
‘He could light up a room’: Thousands raised in memory of nine-year-oldThousands of pounds have been raised in memory of a football-loving nine-year-old who died just two days after being diagnosed with cancer. -
‘The government is backing it - this could be something really special’Dover and Deal’s Labour MP Mike Tapp says this summer’s Armed Forces Day is set to be “something special”. -
Everything you need to know about major changes to catching ferries from DoverNew border checks for travellers could begin within weeks, bringing the biggest shake-up at Dover in years. -
‘Jewel of the Kent coast’ makes ambitious bid for UK Town of Culture 2028A trendy seaside town is set to throw its hat in the ring and submit a bid for the UK Town of Culture. -
Cafe opening first Kent branch in beloved former restaurantA London coffee roastery will open its first Kent branch in the site of a former much-loved restaurant. -
‘We will restore order’: Reform UK announces raft of new immigration policies in DoverReform UK has announced plans to “track down, detain and deport all illegal migrants in the UK” at a press conference in Dover today. -
Why postboxes are being taped up across KentPostboxes are being taped up across Kent as Royal Mail introduces upgraded solar-powered versions that can be used to send parcels.
Latest Folkestone & Hythe District Council News
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‘We're incredibly worried': Fears couple held in bomb-hit Iran could be used as 'bargaining chip’Fears are growing over the safety of a jailed couple in Iran after the capital was bombed during US-Israel attacks this weekend. -
Roadworks spark rush hour chaos in city centreSimultaneous roadworks and temporary traffic lights are causing heavy congestion for rush-hour commuters.
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Dad suffers second-degree burns as candle sparks devastating house fireA dad suffered second-degree burns after a candle sparked a blaze which tore through his three-bedroom home. -
‘We’re losing all our parking bays during the busiest time of the year’Businesses say they face a crippling hit as all the parking bays outside their shops are set to be removed for almost two months. -
Kent TV star praised for school fitness comments after podcast 'controversy'Fitness fanatic Matt Morsia has been praised by fellow stars from the Gladiators for his fitness comments on a podcast after sparking a backlash. -
'Explosion rattles windows' after bomb squad called to chemical alertA chemical alert has sparked a bomb squad and police response near a family park. -
Emotional scenes as 30 learner driver cars join instructor’s funeral cortegeAbout 30 learner driver cars formed a funeral procession in a touching tribute to a much-loved instructor. -
‘Serious and urgent crisis’ in Kent as rough sleeping figures rise by 17%Kent is facing a “serious and urgent crisis” as new figures reveal a shocking 17% rise in rough sleeping – far outstripping the national average. -
Man seriously injured and A-road closed after ladder falls from lorryA man was seriously injured and an A-road closed after a ladder fell from a lorry. -
New image reveals how hugely popular adventure play area could lookA new artist’s impression reveals how one of Kent’s most popular adventure play areas is set to look following a £750,000 rebuild.
Latest Thanet District Council News
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Man, 64, facing jail after trying to rob bank - armed with vapeA 64-year-old man is facing prison after pleading guilty to the attempted robbery of a shopping centre bank while armed with a 'vape'. -
Roadworks spark rush hour chaos in city centreSimultaneous roadworks and temporary traffic lights are causing heavy congestion for rush-hour commuters.
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Missing man, 34, ‘safely located’A missing man who sparked a police appeal amid concerns over his welfare has been found. -
Parents’ protest prompts meeting over shock school mergerA meeting has been called after parents, pupils, and alumni staged a protest over a school’s “shock” merger decision. -
‘Coming back to Kent is like a holiday - there’s nowhere I’d rather be’One of TV and film’s best-loved actors has revealed she never wants to leave her Kent home - but that her husband does live next door. -
Superstar Kent author reveals baby joy - as ‘big budget’ movie edges closerA best-selling Kent author has revealed she has become a mum - and provided an update on plans to turn her books into “big budget” movies. -
‘It's devastating it's going to close’: Upset and anger at school protestFrustrated pupils, both past and present, as well as parents gathered for a peaceful protest over the upcoming closure of a private school. -
‘We want answers’: Pupils and parents to protest ‘shock’ merger of schoolsParents, pupils and alumni of a school are staging a peaceful protest over a “shock” merger decision. -
Head warns pupils over TikTok ‘school war’ planned at stationParents have been warned police will take a “zero-tolerance” approach to anyone taking part in an organised fight between pupils from six schools. -
Iconic toy brand sold in £20m dealA motor racing toy brand, beloved by generations, has been sold.