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New ferry sails in

21 December 2021
New ferry sails in

A third cross-Channel ship operator has launched its second vessel and another one is due to arrive next month.

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Jail for Bentley-driving crook

20 December 2021
Jail for Bentley-driving crook

A money launderer, stopped by officers when he was in a luxury car, has been sentenced in the first criminal case of its kind.

Scientists push for new restrictions as Omicron cases surge

20 December 2021
Scientists push for new restrictions as Omicron cases surge

People in Kent are on tenterhooks over whether there will be harsher new Covid-19 restrictions that might affect their festive plans.

Last chance to beat French border closure

17 December 2021
Last chance to beat French border closure

It is just a few hours until France shuts its borders to most travellers from the UK in response to a rise in Omicron cases.

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Sarah Everard killer moved to new prison

15 December 2021
Sarah Everard killer moved to new prison

The man who murdered Sarah Everard been relocated to a prison hundreds of miles from Kent.

Super-fundraiser, aged just nine

15 December 2021
Super-fundraiser, aged just nine

A primary schoolgirl has been behind a mass of fundraising efforts for causes such as the homeless, the NHS and animals.

Generosity pours in for deprived children

13 December 2021
Generosity pours in for deprived children

An appeal for shoeboxes with Christmas gifts for less well off youngsters has led to nearly 500 being delivered in a week.

Asylum boats are 'death traps'

13 December 2021
Asylum boats are 'death traps'

Small boats used to cross the Channel are shoddily made with gaffer tape and plywood and the bottom fell out of one at sea, crimefighters say.

Dig deep into town hall history

11 December 2021
Dig deep into town hall history

Volunteers are wanted to delve into the past of an 800-year-old town centre building, which is about to be refurbished.

Fundraising triumph for walkers

09 December 2021
Fundraising triumph for walkers

Money raised from a sponsored march in memory of a teenager who died of cancer has gone eight times over target.

New laws to 'stop channel crossings' are passed

09 December 2021
New laws to 'stop channel crossings' are passed

A new bill designed to deter people smugglers and make dangerous crossings across the Channel unviable has been passed in the House of Commons.

Return of the Thin White Duke

09 December 2021
Return of the Thin White Duke

A David Bowie tribute night on Friday will acknowledge all eras of the legendary singer's musical phases.

Restaurant and holiday lets plan approved

08 December 2021
Restaurant and holiday lets plan approved

A district council has agreed to a scheme that is hoped to further boost a town's tourism potential.

Sheep killed in three suspected dog attacks

08 December 2021
Sheep killed in three suspected dog attacks

A total 15 sheep have been slaughtered in three suspected dog attacks in the same area, all reported within three days.

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New foodstore for neighbourhood

08 December 2021
New foodstore for neighbourhood

A mayor has cut the ribbon for the opening of a store, which is a £560,000 investment and creates 12 jobs.

Police payout after man wrongly arrested

08 December 2021
Police payout after man wrongly arrested

A man will be paid more than £2,000 by Kent Police after he was arrested despite being 100 miles away at the time of the alleged offence.

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Rare artefacts moved before hall's revamp

07 December 2021
Rare artefacts moved before hall's revamp

A collection of historic items being taken out of a town hall and kept in storage for three years during a major refurbishment.

'Rotterdam' shipping container motel plan back in new form

06 December 2021
'Rotterdam' shipping container motel plan back in new form

A revised scheme for a 90-room dockside motel, which provoked opposition and comparisons to the Dutch city of Rotterdam, is back before councillors.

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Bright day for town

06 December 2021
Bright day for town

A stunning lantern parade with more than 300 lights lit up a town and its success means it will be held again next year.

Stunning lantern parade tomorrow

03 December 2021
Stunning lantern parade tomorrow

A procession of hundred of lights will take place in a town centre as part of a day of pre-Christmas celebrations.

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