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‘The government must do more than just apologise’

‘The government must do more than just apologise’

20 May 2024

As a damning report into the infected blood scandal is finally published, one victim from Kent says the fight for justice is likely to continue.

Asian hornet sightings in Kent as county is put on high alert

Asian hornet sightings in Kent as county is put on high alert

20 May 2024

Kent is on the frontline when it comes to Asian hornet sightings and experts are urging people to be vigilant as the county enters ‘peak season’.

‘We must think creatively’: Greens select candidate for general election

‘We must think creatively’: Greens select candidate for general election

20 May 2024

The Green Party has selected a parliamentary candidate who has vowed to fight for ‘creative solutions’ to give residents better chances if elected.

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Children ‘beat rat to death in street’

Children ‘beat rat to death in street’

20 May 2024

An investigation has been launched after children reportedly beat a wild rat to death in the street.

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Missing man, 65, last seen ‘driving van on the promenade’

Missing man, 65, last seen ‘driving van on the promenade’

20 May 2024

Police are appealing for help to find a missing man last seen driving a small white van during the early hours.

‘Is ban on rainbow lanyards really the most pressing issue for government?’

‘Is ban on rainbow lanyards really the most pressing issue for government?’

20 May 2024

As the country grapples with a cost-of-living crisis, recession and NHS delays, the ‘minister for common sense’ has been busy… banning lanyards.

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Drivers faced long delays on M25 after vehicle fire

Drivers faced long delays on M25 after vehicle fire

20 May 2024

Traffic was temporarily held by emergency services on the M25 this morning after a vehicle fire, causing long delays for drivers.

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Couple who transformed ‘horrendous’ hotel and bar selling up for £1.3m

Couple who transformed ‘horrendous’ hotel and bar selling up for £1.3m

20 May 2024

A couple who transformed a grotty hotel and bar into a five-star bed and breakfast worth £1.3 million say the time has come to sell up.

Head teacher vows to improve school at risk of ‘termination’

Head teacher vows to improve school at risk of ‘termination’

20 May 2024

The Department of Education has issued a termination warning notice to an underperforming primary school, putting its funding at risk.

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'I thought I was going to die - now I've opened a smoothie bar'

'I thought I was going to die - now I've opened a smoothie bar'

20 May 2024

A tattoo artist has opened a smoothie bar offering healthy beverages after a brutal battle with Covid left him struggling to eat solids.

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Nursery boss brands Ofsted ‘a shambles’ after lowest rating possible

Nursery boss brands Ofsted ‘a shambles’ after lowest rating possible

20 May 2024

A disgusted nursery boss has branded Ofsted “a shambles” after receiving the lowest rating possible in every area.

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Motorists fear ‘nightmare roadworks’ coinciding with M2 slip closure

Motorists fear ‘nightmare roadworks’ coinciding with M2 slip closure

19 May 2024

People living along a road that’s likely being used as a rat run during a motorway slip closure are preparing for more roadworks in the area.

'I've become a beekeeper by accident!'

'I've become a beekeeper by accident!'

19 May 2024

A retired engineer is planning to adopt a swarm of bees after thousands landed in the front garden of his house.

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Two taken to hospital after town centre attack

Two taken to hospital after town centre attack

19 May 2024

The air ambulance was scrambled after two men were assaulted with ‘a metal object’.

Finish date revealed for £21 million Christian camp development

Finish date revealed for £21 million Christian camp development

19 May 2024

A £21 million transformation of an abandoned Christian holiday camp is set to be completed next year.

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New Turkish restaurant vows to bring ‘taste of London to Kent’

New Turkish restaurant vows to bring ‘taste of London to Kent’

19 May 2024

A new Turkish eatery has undergone a £500,000 refurbishment as it bids to bring a slice of the capital’s dining experience to the county.

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Mum’s horror at rats scurrying around children’s play park

Mum’s horror at rats scurrying around children’s play park

19 May 2024

A mum has told of her shock at seeing several rats running around a children’s play park in broad daylight.

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Three people taken to hospital after motorway crash

Three people taken to hospital after motorway crash

19 May 2024

Three people have been taken to hospital following a multi-vehicle crash on the M25.

The Kent family worth £17 billion soaring to 6th on UK rich list

The Kent family worth £17 billion soaring to 6th on UK rich list

19 May 2024

A Kent-based family whose wealth has rocketed by almost £9 billion in the past year are now sixth on the UK rich list.

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No trains between two towns all day due to ‘excess vegetation’

No trains between two towns all day due to ‘excess vegetation’

19 May 2024

An invasion of weeds means trains between two towns will be stopped for an entire day.

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