Latest Ashford Borough Council News
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‘This is a live rescue and situations here can change rapidly’Heartwarming footage shows a lynx being rescued from war-torn Ukraine as she makes her journey to a Kent animal park. -
Gift shop owner makes ‘dream move’ into empty The Body Shop unitA craft store owner who has served a town centre for more than 10 years has been handed the keys to her new shop at a Kent shopping centre.
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‘She changed a lot of people’s lives without realising it’A “social butterfly” hairdresser who styled the hair of royalty and quietly changed lives has died at the age of 71. -
Warning of 'extreme risk' over first budget passed by Reform UK-led Kent County CouncilThe Reform UK Kent County Council budget passed today amid warnings from the opposition and a senior officer about its inherent risks. -
Rail line to shut for nine days for major engineering upgradesPassengers are being warned to prepare for the closure of a rail line for more than a week for engineering works. -
Sportscar badly damaged after driver smashes into lamppost in wet weatherA sportscar was badly damaged after the driver lost control in wet weather and smashed into a lamppost. -
‘We must guard against the harms social media can pose to children’Ashford's Labour MP Sojan Joseph has welcomed the government's consultation on children's social media use. -
Snack firm wins £150k TikTok prizeA company specialising in snacks for children has won a £150,000 support package on TikTok. -
The underpass that’s flooded so often it’s even got its own Facebook pageAn underpass leading to an Asda store is flooded so often it now has its own Facebook page - and council bosses admit there is no fix. -
'We will treasure our last family holiday forever - nothing could dull her sparkle'A grieving daughter says her family will treasure their final holiday together forever after the death of her caring, kind and brave mum.
Latest Canterbury City Council News
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Warning of 'extreme risk' over first budget passed by Reform UK-led Kent County CouncilThe Reform UK Kent County Council budget passed today amid warnings from the opposition and a senior officer about its inherent risks. -
'We had no symptoms - but found out we had the same cancer'A husband and wife were left stunned after being diagnosed with almost identical tumours.
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Footage shows moment drugs and cash are seized from dealer’s carBody-worn footage reveals the moment cocaine and cash were discovered in the car of a prolific dealer, who has now been jailed. -
Ten moments that defined Kent’s history as captured in newspapersFrom political unrest to scientific discoveries, we take a look at the events that made Kent what it is today. -
Star Wars actor left thousands to Kent cat sanctuary and charityTwo Kent charities are set to benefit from the will of a leading Star Wars actor who has left them thousands of pounds. -
‘We need to be ready for this’: Flooding fears as dormant river flows againVillages previously blighted by flooding are gearing up to defend themselves as a dormant river flows through the area. -
Man in 40s confirmed dead after police called to Starbucks car parkPolice have confirmed a man has died after emergency services were called to a “medical incident” in a Starbucks car park this morning. -
£25.5m price tag put on multi-storey Park & Ride planAmbitious proposals to build a multi-storey at a park and ride could cost £25.5 million as a council grapples with soaring demand. -
Kent restaurant loses Michelin Star while new venue ‘one of year’s biggest triumphs’The latest Michelin Guide has been released, with one Kent restaurant losing a star and another earning a Bib Gourmand. -
Planning applications include new houses and a gypsy and traveller pitchPlans in one Kent district include four new homes in Blean and a proposal to station caravans on rural land near Hoath.
Latest Dover District Council News
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Civil claim planned after sentencing of depraved care home paedophileOne of the victims of a depraved paedophile who abused children in care is planning a civil claim. -
‘It is not about shouting the loudest; it is about helping the most’In his latest column, MP Mike Tapp promises to serve his constituents with “hard work and honesty” after being inspired by his parents.
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Warning of 'extreme risk' over first budget passed by Reform UK-led Kent County CouncilThe Reform UK Kent County Council budget passed today amid warnings from the opposition and a senior officer about its inherent risks. -
Shocking footage shows hit-and-run driver smash into grandad on mopedShocking dashcam footage captures the moment a hit-and-run driver smashed into a moped and left a grandad lying unconscious in the road. -
'This would be a blot on our precious town centre’Campaigners have opposed plans to transform a derelict industrial building into new homes, fearing it will be a blot on the town centre. -
Play park vandalised months after major £88k refurbishmentA children’s park has been vandalised by yobs, just months after a major refurbishment of the site. -
'Costs are soaring but it will be fantastic - please bear with us'Plans to split up an empty charity shop into two units are underway, but rising costs have presented a stumbling block. -
Former bar boss jailed for 28 years after ‘haunting’ child abuseA remorseless former bar boss has been jailed for 28 years following a “haunting” campaign of sexually abusing and raping children. -
‘This mindless act is costing taxpayers’: Anger as park toilets smashed upVandals caused £3,000 worth of damage to recently refurbished public toilets in a “mindless act”. -
Fears derelict building will soon collapse as council refuses enforcement actionFears have been raised that a derelict building will soon collapse after a council confirmed it is taking no enforcement action against its owner.
Latest Folkestone & Hythe District Council News
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‘Pure greed’: Families’ fury at club’s new £900-a-year youth football chargeParents have accused a football club of “pure greed” after it revealed its new academy for youth players would cost families £900 a year. -
Kent beach among 13 sites considered for bathing water statusA Kent beach is one of only 13 areas in England being considered for special protection against pollution.
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‘Why we’re selling iconic clifftop mansion for £1.7m’The owner of a cliff-top mansion has spoken of his journey growing to love his iconic home as the property hits the market for £1.7m. -
Warning of 'extreme risk' over first budget passed by Reform UK-led Kent County CouncilThe Reform UK Kent County Council budget passed today amid warnings from the opposition and a senior officer about its inherent risks. -
Growing concerns as dog mess found inside major retail storeCustomers at a busy retail store have raised concerns after repeatedly spotting dog mess on the shop floor. -
‘We’ve finally found our home - people have been crying out for this’A new alternative rock bar is set to open and carry on the legacy of a once-popular music venue. -
Ten moments that defined Kent’s history as captured in newspapersFrom political unrest to scientific discoveries, we take a look at the events that made Kent what it is today. -
Three taken to hospital after crash on main roadThree people have been taken to hospital after a crash on a busy main road. -
Play area refurbishment and new war memorial among latest planning bidsPlans for the refurbishment of one of Kent’s largest play areas and a new military memorial are among the latest planning applications. -
Wildlife park confirms the return of festive light trailThe spectacular trail, which featured twinkling lights, holographic animals and a fairy disco, attracted thousands of visitors last year.
Latest Thanet District Council News
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Civil claim planned after sentencing of depraved care home paedophileOne of the victims of a depraved paedophile who abused children in care is planning a civil claim. -
Promenade closed due to safety issuesA promenade has been closed due to safety issues.
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Warning of 'extreme risk' over first budget passed by Reform UK-led Kent County CouncilThe Reform UK Kent County Council budget passed today amid warnings from the opposition and a senior officer about its inherent risks. -
Ten moments that defined Kent’s history as captured in newspapersFrom political unrest to scientific discoveries, we take a look at the events that made Kent what it is today. -
Residents of iconic tower block face £40k service charge amid safety fearsThe owners of a landmark Kent building have told residents to remortgage, take out loans or sell up if they cannot afford a £40,000 service charge. -
Campaigners ‘reeling’ after park depot put on market by councilCampaigners have been left “reeling” after a council put a park depot on the market. -
‘We’re creating a legacy for 100 years’: Team behind venue’s £8m overhaul reveals when first shows could be announcedThe new bosses behind reopening one of Kent’s most historic venues have revealed their plans could see audiences back before the end of the year. -
The Flaming Lips announce summer concertThe trailblazing rock band will bring their energetic live show to the Kent coast later this year. Here’s how to get tickets. -
Former school employee convicted for child sex abuseA former school employee has been convicted of several abhorrent sex crimes against a child. -
Feel the love: 5 unique ideas for Valentine’s Day in KentFrom pottery painting to safari stays, we’ve got five unusual ways to bring the romance for Valentine’s Day.