So 16 months on from the first lockdown, how different do our streets look?

Venues in Kent have reacted to the news coronavirus vaccinations will be compulsory for nightspots from this autumn.

From the best ways to cool rooms to maintaining a proper evening routine, we've got some top tips to help your family sleep well during the heatwave.

As people prepared for the government's lifting of Covid-19 restrictions, some towns in a Kent borough were much more cautious than expected.

As the wearing of masks ceased to be a legal requirement, our reporter went to see if residents of one town had cast them off.

A community sewing display has been cut and stolen less than 24 hours after it was put up.

Heat exhaustion can pose a danger to pets. Here's the RSPCA's top tips for keeping your animals cool and comfortable during the hot weather.

A new proposed release of 2021 emojis includes a pregnant man and a gender-neutral person wearing a crown. See more here:

The easing of Covid restrictions might be a reason to celebrate for many but for some the unlocking is cause for considerable concern.

The boss of a sanctuary has been given an ultimatum – hush up her animals in the next 90 days or face prosecution.

A historic ship has arrived in a harbour where she will be docked outside the country's biggest Wetherspoon's pub ahead of restoration work.

The popular comedian and actor has been spotted basking in the sun in Kent along with his trusted canine companion.

From the nation's favourite ice cream to the world's smallest parlour - we take a look at ways to celebrate today's World Ice Cream Day.

Some of Kent's firefighters will be getting hot under the collar when they attempt to walk a half-marathon in full kit.

A 10-week-old kitten was left fighting for his life after being found with a fractured leg and maggot-infested wound at the base of his tail.

Plans to improve habitat at a huge nature reserve to attract rare species could include opening it up to visitors.

A collision involving a motorbike and a van resulted in the biker being airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.

More than 100,000 people signed up last year to spend 15 minutes counting butterflies for conservationists. Here's how to get involved this year:

Three mums have saved the day by organising a Year 6 prom for their children at a school in Kent.

Boots has opened flu jab bookings early, with slots for both NHS and private patients, saying it's preparing for a 'potential flu epidemic'.