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A town centre could be at a turning point, it is claimed, with trade on the up and new stores on the cards.
A village’s only barber’s that was forced to shut so its premises could be turned into flats is to make a welcome return and will have a new home.
A reality TV star who bought a Kent castle for half the asking price has told of her life at the historic site - and how business is now booming.
A church that burnt down and was rebuilt into a multi-million-pound business hub has “passed the expectations” of project leaders.
A town’s only dedicated music venue has launched a campaign to buy the building amid fears it could land in the hands of developers.
A town centre pharmacy hit with a repossession notice has reopened in a new location in a shopping centre.
A multimillion-pound leisure centre that employs three cleaners must take on more staff as the site has “never looked so bad”, say furious swimmers.
Locals have hit back at two supermarket giants who are reportedly trying to “revoke” plans for a new Lidl store.
New images show how a “parkland council estate” planned for an overgrown patch of land could look.
A developer’s bid to axe all affordable housing from a new estate has been branded "disgraceful" by angry neighbours.
The development company behind a huge coastal tower block of 91 luxury flats has not gone bust, bosses have confirmed.
A much-loved ‘greasy spoon’ cafe has gone on the market - with estate agents saying its hours could be extended to offer “sunset dinners”.
Collectables giant Hornby is optimistic for the year ahead, despite challenges - including shipping in the Red Sea - biting into its margins.
A leading accountants and tax advisory firm has become part of a fast-growing group in a merger.
Ahead of a new marketing push to find an operator for one of the county’s iconic entertainment venues, a consultant has come up with one tasty idea.
One of the county’s biggest employers has seen its travel divisions return to profit for the first time since the pandemic.
A popular vintage clothing store has confirmed plans to close one of its high street shops – blaming rents more suited to central London.
The long-time owner of a bar in the world’s first “music town” says its reputation as a hotspot for intimate live gigs is under threat.
A shop which was forced to close after a car crashed into the side of the building has reopened.
An empty community centre is to be converted into a shop - almost two years after the same scheme was rejected.
A frozen food giant has announced the opening date for its second town centre store, promising a more “pleasant shopping experience”.
Customers have shared their disappointment after a popular brewing business and tap room went into administration.
A popular Kent cafe has gone on the market three months after the owner announced she was leaving the county.
A new business fitted only one exhaust on its first day, but 50 years later business is great.
Residents have expressed their sadness after a late-night cafe and music venue closed its doors for the final time.
A pair of friends who began experimenting with making their own spirits have won gold for their gin at the first attempt.
Aldi has revealed when a controversial new supermarket set to be built in a “crazy” location will open.
The latest economic report suggests ‘reasons for optimism’ for Kent and Medway’s businesses.
A Christmas tree farmer is appealing against a ratings valuation he says could put him out of business and cost his staff their jobs.
A family which has run a “charming” farm shop for 12 years is on the hunt for someone with “enthusiam and energy” to take it over.
Owners of a popular business park want to expand the site as it continues to “buck the trend” of failing high streets in the county.
A dad-of-three who’s spent almost four decades in the car parts industry has swapped selling tyres for serving hungry customers fish and chips.
A town centre has been left without a pharmacy after its only one was hit with a repossession notice.
A village pub which remained open for months following the owner’s death has now shut its doors, leaving locals “heartbroken”.
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