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Why Corrie legend has swapped Yorkshire Dales for Kent town

Why Corrie legend has swapped Yorkshire Dales for Kent town

22 December 2024

One of Coronation Street’s best-loved stars has settled in Kent - and at 95 is still appearing in films.

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‘If it wasn’t for the Londoners, we’d be as bad as Dover!’

‘If it wasn’t for the Londoners, we’d be as bad as Dover!’

18 December 2024

Residents and traders in a town branded Hackney-on-Sea say that although house prices are rising, the influx of Londoners is good for the area.

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The district in Kent building three times more affordable housing than anywhere else

The district in Kent building three times more affordable housing than anywhere else

17 December 2024

One local authority is way ahead of all the other Kent districts when it comes to providing affordable homes.

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I spent a day at Kent’s busiest ‘eviction’ court where homes are repossessed ‘every 10 minutes’

I spent a day at Kent’s busiest ‘eviction’ court where homes are repossessed ‘every 10 minutes’

16 December 2024

KentOnline spent the day at an ‘eviction’ court, where tenants unable to afford their rent can be asked to leave within minutes.

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‘Having a Banksy can be something of a poisoned chalice’

‘Having a Banksy can be something of a poisoned chalice’

14 December 2024

We chart the full, incredible story of an iconic Banksy - where it’s been, how much it’s worth and why it’s still unsold - as it returns to Kent.

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How high street branded ‘second-class Las Vegas’ has been transformed

How high street branded ‘second-class Las Vegas’ has been transformed

12 December 2024

One of Kent’s most historic high streets has taken a hit in recent years - but business is now booming.

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‘300 new homes a year’: Why work could finally start on Kent's biggest development

‘300 new homes a year’: Why work could finally start on Kent's biggest development

11 December 2024

New homes for a huge “garden town” could be built at a rate of 300 a year as a council seeks to strike a funding deal with the government.

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The Kent town centre where one in four shops is empty

The Kent town centre where one in four shops is empty

10 December 2024

The number of vacant units in this high street paints a bleak picture - but we spoke to those fighting to transform the town’s fortunes.

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‘There’s more to our town than small boats and DFLs’

‘There’s more to our town than small boats and DFLs’

07 December 2024

We met two filmmakers who have moved from London to Kent and are producing a documentary they hope will prove DFLs and locals have ‘more in common’.

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‘My night in ghost town centre - where youths run riot’

‘My night in ghost town centre - where youths run riot’

05 December 2024

Our reporter spent a night in a town centre where people are staying away because of constant fears of anti-social behaviour.

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‘I was there from day one – aviation merger in Kent was best thing that ever happened’

‘I was there from day one – aviation merger in Kent was best thing that ever happened’

03 December 2024

An engineer turned historian has told KentOnline of his experience working at one of the county’s largest hi-tech employers as it turns 25.

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What does Labour's 'bus revolution' with 'London-style' services really mean for Kent?

What does Labour's 'bus revolution' with 'London-style' services really mean for Kent?

02 December 2024

The government has announced a £27 million boost for bus services in Kent and Medway. Here we look at how things could change…

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The bracing Kent winter walk across world-famous golf course to cosy pier cafe

The bracing Kent winter walk across world-famous golf course to cosy pier cafe

01 December 2024

If you’re looking for fresh air and stunning views this weekend, this could be a great place to start - no matter the weather.

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How mum-of-three went from cleaning holiday lets to running more than 150

How mum-of-three went from cleaning holiday lets to running more than 150

28 November 2024

A mum who went from cleaning holiday lets to managing a huge portfolio insists they “bring huge economic benefits” to Kent.

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The cost of dying crisis: Rise in ‘pauper's funerals’ as price spirals

The cost of dying crisis: Rise in ‘pauper's funerals’ as price spirals

27 November 2024

With funeral costs soaring more people are being laid-to-rest in public health funerals, while others turn to direct cremations to relieve the burden.

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'Some chefs want to show off and focus on Michelin stars - but I'm cooking for my customers'

'Some chefs want to show off and focus on Michelin stars - but I'm cooking for my customers'

26 November 2024

The boss of one of Kent’s best restaurants has spoken about losing his Michelin star, the impact of the Budget - and the county’s foodie scene.

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‘Seven-week roadworks couldn’t have come at worse time’

‘Seven-week roadworks couldn’t have come at worse time’

24 November 2024

Under-pressure traders are demanding answers from a gas company on why works are taking place during their busiest time of year.

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The 15-mile road trip where you can fill your boot with Kent's best food and drink

The 15-mile road trip where you can fill your boot with Kent's best food and drink

23 November 2024

It’s a road hundreds use to commute to work every day but if you take a step back, you’ll discover everything that’s great about living in Kent…

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Man stabbed partner to death - on same day mental health team said he posed no risk

Man stabbed partner to death - on same day mental health team said he posed no risk

21 November 2024

A homicide review reveals a mental health team concluded a violent alcoholic posed his partner no risk - on the same day he killed her.

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Why work on controversial £650m Kent project won’t start for at least 18 months

Why work on controversial £650m Kent project won’t start for at least 18 months

21 November 2024

Bosses at Manston Airport say an announcement over investment is imminent - but warned it will still be at least 18 months before work starts.

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