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Town crier hails return of shops

15 June 2020
Town crier hails return of shops

Shoppers welcomed the reopening of more stores as the easing of the coronavirus lockdown continues.

Plane spotted circling over county

15 June 2020
Plane spotted circling over county

The Bombardier private jet is cruising at a steady altitude to burn off fuel after a technical fault was discovered.

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Shops gradually reopening in town centre

15 June 2020
Shops gradually reopening in town centre

There were no queues in one town this morning as non-essential shops take a slower approach to easing of lockdown rules.

Eager shoppers queue as stores reopen

15 June 2020
Eager shoppers queue as stores reopen

There were lines outside popular high street stores this morning as more businesses begin to reopen as lockdown eases.

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Why you should wear a face mask to shops

15 June 2020
Why you should wear a face mask to shops

Evidence suggests wearing face coverings can help limit the spread of Covid-19 as shops begin to reopen their doors.

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Where in Kent have people with coronavirus died?

15 June 2020
Where in Kent have people with coronavirus died?

A map showing where victims of Covid-19 lived has revealed where the virus is at its worst in the county.

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Suspended sentences for £2.7m countryside scam

15 June 2020
Suspended sentences for £2.7m countryside scam

Two men have been sentenced for their involvement in counterfeit bids to secure grant money from Defra designed to boost rural communities.

Person hit by train

12 June 2020
Person hit by train

Emergency services were called to a station this evening following the incident.

Firefighters tackle car on fire

12 June 2020
Firefighters tackle car on fire

A crew was sent to deal with a small hatchback on fire and quickly had the blaze under control.

Trio in face coverings rob pensioner with knife

12 June 2020
Trio in face coverings rob pensioner with knife

The victim had been walking in a high street when he was pushed to one side and his wallet was taken.

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Balaclava-clad burglar wielded knife in 'terrifying ordeal'

12 June 2020
Balaclava-clad burglar wielded knife in 'terrifying ordeal'

A knife-wielding intruder has been jailed for seven years - but two others remain at large.

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Road collapses from burst water main

12 June 2020
Road collapses from burst water main

Police are at the scene of the flooding which has caused part of the carriageway to sink.

Thousands complain about lockdown breaches

12 June 2020
Thousands complain about lockdown breaches

Action is being taken against businesses following lockdown complaints – here's how many times trading standards were contacted.

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Petition demands action on speeding drivers

11 June 2020
Petition demands action on speeding drivers

An MP has backed calls for further action against motorists breaking a town centre speed limit.

Suspected shoplifter charged after series of thefts

11 June 2020
Suspected shoplifter charged after series of thefts

The suspect was arrested after items were stolen from a number of town centre shops over a period of almost two months.

Theatre needs £250k to survive Covid-19 crisis

11 June 2020
Theatre needs £250k to survive Covid-19 crisis

A fundraising campaign has been launched to save a community venue from the financial devastation of the coronavirus lockdown.

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Schools 'letting down' black pupils

11 June 2020
Schools 'letting down' black pupils

Former pupils of two grammar schools have called for curriculum changes in light of the Black Lives Matter campaign.

Are you a Man of Kent or Kentish Man?

11 June 2020
Are you a Man of Kent or Kentish Man?

We examine this historic divide between two sides of the county, look at how you can tell which side you are on and ask which is best?

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New test centre for virus hot spot open 'in days'

11 June 2020
New test centre for virus hot spot open 'in days'

A testing site will be set up in one of the worst-affected parts of the country after lobbying from the local MP.

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Fashion chain to close three Kent shops

10 June 2020
Fashion chain to close three Kent shops

A high street retailer is set to close three stores in the county and cut jobs after going into administration.

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