Singing hospital staff were thrust into the national spotlight this week after an appearance on Gareth Malone’s latest show.

When a celebrity guest ditched a Christmas event to go into the Australian jungle, a street sweeper stepped in and more than made up for her absence.

Lantern parades, the arrival of Santa, choirs and some favourite kids' characters: this weekend has it all in the lead-up to Christmas across Kent.

A town's Christmas lights switch-on will remain cancelled despite a flood of donations.

Magician Stephen Mulhern and the rest of the cast of the Marlowe Theatre’s pantomime Dick Whittington will switch on Deal’s Christmas lights tonight.

A Kent town is at the centre of controversy after agreeing to temporarily change its name as part of a sponsorship deal.

Hundreds watched as Maidstone's lights were switched on this evening at an event hosted by kmfm, with music from Yes Lad.

Here's everything you need to know about the Christmas light switch on in Maidstone

The Folkestone Book Festival kicks off a 10-day feast of literature with a Christmas lights switch-on, live music and fireworks.

From cuddly Paddington to Santas and panto stars: Christmas grottos, lights switch-ons and events coming up across Kent.

The NHS is hoping to make it back-to-back Christmas number ones thanks to the Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust Choir.

Homeless Care unveiled ambitious expansion plans at its 30th anniversary party.

They're festive fodder for the whole family and Christmas wouldn't be the same without them: here's our guide to this year's pantomimes across Kent.

People who get to hug a husky at a magical Christmas event at Hever Castle will also be supporting a charity which works with the dogs.

Shoppers will be treated to performances from X Factor contestants in this year's festive light switch-on at Westwood Cross.

An ice rink will be the main attraction in a town's major Christmas event.

A mum says she is heartbroken after toys her children had saved their pocket money to buy were destroyed in a suspected arson attack.

A record 115 Christmas trees will decorate shop fronts in a Kent high street this year.

Don't miss the festive pull-out specials inside your local KM newspaper

Let Crafts for Christmas take the pressure off this festive season, with its range of gifts luxurious decorations and tasty treats for your home.