In what has been another tough year for businesses, we take a look at what shops have been forced to call it a day in 2023.

From riverside strolls to cosy pubs – here are some of the best places to stretch your legs in the Kent countryside after a day of feasting.

Kent is experiencing one of the mildest Christmas Days on record with the Met Office recording the highest daily minimum temperature for December 25.

We’ve reported on many heartwarming stories this year, which we hope will bring some festive cheer today.

Strong winds are expected to cause traffic chaos and power cuts across Kent.

A beekeeper has warned Asian hornets are here to stay as figures show dozens of nests found in county.

Dog owners have had to get their pets ready for a nationwide ban of XL Bullys which comes into force next Sunday.

We look back at the reckless motorists who found themselves in the dock this year for taking to the county’s roads while under the influence.

Councils across Kent have announced changes to bin collections for this festive period.

This Christmas pooches across the county are hoping for a new family, from loveable labradors to bouncy bulldogs.

The decision to cut youth services across Kent could stave off the prospect of the county's largest authority going to the wall, it has been claimed.

People stressed out by the pressures and money worries Christmas can bring are being urged to seek help.

Secret Drinker reveals his votes for Pub of the Year in the Kent & Medway Food & Drink Awards

A stark reminder has been issued of the dangers of getting behind the wheel while under the influence this Christmas as part of a joint campaign.

A historic error could see hundreds of thousands of pensioners contacted to receive pension back payments.

The NHS has warned of “severe disruption” at under-pressure Kent hospitals during strike action in the run-up to Christmas.

A council leader has warned fresh service cuts could be on the way as he reacts to the government’s ‘huge disappointing’ funding settlement.

With the big day nearly upon us, we’ve rounded up the most festive homes to visit with all your family.

Train passengers are to see major disruption throughout the festive period from tomorrow for a number of weeks.

An A&E crisis engulfing Kent’s hospitals has left record numbers of patients facing so-called “corridor waits” of more than 12 hours.