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Bank customers now 70 miles from nearest branch

01 December 2020
Bank customers now 70 miles from nearest branch

Two more high street banks have been closed down for good with the nearest branch now up to 70 miles away for some customers.

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Two arrested after supermarket bike theft

01 December 2020
Two arrested after supermarket bike theft

The owner of a stolen woman's bicycle is urged to come forward after it was taken outside a supermarket.

Salon teams up with town traders for advent calendar giveaway

01 December 2020
Salon teams up with town traders for advent calendar giveaway

A hairdressers has teamed up with other traders to offer free prizes in a bid to drum up support for local businesses this Christmas.

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DPD snaps up warehouse space amid parcel delivery boom

01 December 2020
DPD snaps up warehouse space amid parcel delivery boom

A parcel delivery giant has acquired new warehouse space following a surge in demand for online shopping.

Leisure centre to permanently shut

01 December 2020
Leisure centre to permanently shut

A gym and leisure centre is to close its doors due to the ongoing financial impact of the coronavirus.

The street where your bin indicates what Covid tier you're in

30 November 2020
The street where your bin indicates what Covid tier you're in

Neighbours living in one street are set to live under different coronavirus restrictions when the national lockdown ends.

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Bootfair boss eyes expansion into outdoor cinemas and weddings

27 November 2020
Bootfair boss eyes expansion into outdoor cinemas and weddings

The owner of a well attended car boot sale has submitted a planning bid to allow for more Covid-19 secure events to be held on site.

Selfie loving nan turns 100

27 November 2020
Selfie loving nan turns 100

A nursing war veteran who gained an online following for her 'silly selfies' celebrated her landmark birthday with cards from around the world.

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'He was a great son - we are going to miss him like hell'

27 November 2020
'He was a great son - we are going to miss him like hell'

An inquest heard a man took his own life after struggling with his mental health and using drugs following the end of a relationship.

Crossing bid pulled after government warning

26 November 2020
Crossing bid pulled after government warning

A last minute decision to pull the Lower Thames Crossing application was made after the government's planning arm indicated it would be refused.

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Socially distanced shelter opens to stop 'homeless situation getting worse'

26 November 2020
Socially distanced shelter opens to stop 'homeless situation getting worse'

A shelter for the homeless has reopened its doors but with new restrictions in place it fears some people may be left out in the cold.

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Conservative candidates unveiled for local elections

25 November 2020
Conservative candidates unveiled for local elections

The Conservative candidates vying for your vote at the next local elections to represent their communities have been announced.

'We have to ensure local roads are not used by lorries awaiting Brexit checks'

25 November 2020
'We have to ensure local roads are not used by lorries awaiting Brexit checks'

An MP has sought assurances from government local streets will not be used by lorries to park overnight while they await custom clearance.

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Year group to isolate after Covid case

24 November 2020
Year group to isolate after Covid case

A primary school has sent some pupils home after confirming a positive coronavirus case.

Hundreds of 'dognapping' cases ever year

24 November 2020
Hundreds of 'dognapping' cases ever year

Campaigners are pushing for a change in the law to elevate the status of pets above personal property after consistent dog thefts.

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Bid to transform quarry into luxury homes

23 November 2020
Bid to transform quarry into luxury homes

Plans have been submitted to transform a former quarry site into a £81 million new homes development which will include 200 flats.

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How a Kent warehouse changed music forever

23 November 2020
How a Kent warehouse changed music forever

The Beatles and Stones came knocking when a small firm created an ear-busting device that would define the '60s - here's its little known tale.

Lower Thames Crossing planning bid pulled

20 November 2020
Lower Thames Crossing planning bid pulled

A planning application for a huge tunnel running between Kent and Essex has been withdrawn while bosses respond to feedback.

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Teacher to isolate after Covid-19 case contact

20 November 2020
Teacher to isolate after Covid-19 case contact

A teacher has been told to isolate as a precaution at a primary school where pupils are set to return following an earlier case of Covid-19

Tots dance classes scoop national award

19 November 2020
Tots dance classes scoop national award

A ballet school which kept twinkle-toed toddlers occupied online during the first lockdown has landed a national award.

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