Apparently Kent has a some negative perception issues - so is it time, asks our columnist, to lose the Garden of England catchphrase?

New parking charges have pushed things “over the edge” for a struggling gift shop which has been in a high street for 12 years.

The new Labour government has reached the political landmark of 100 days in office. But how do voters in Kent feel it has gone?

A popular house and garden described as “one of Kent’s hidden gems” could be transformed with hopes of building a brand new café.

There are fears schoolchildren will be put in danger by lorries reversing down a narrow country lane to access a new housing development.

A Kent village is through to the regional final of a contest to find the UK’s best community railway hubs.

Police were called to the coast following reports of a woman in the water.

An animal park known for its variety of exotic cats has welcomed its newest resident.

Police investigating a serious assault outside a pub have released CCTV images of two men they want to speak to.

A decision is due to be made on the future of a historic seaside attraction which forms part of a wider plan to revamp a beach area.

A man and woman, aged 31 and 35, are alleged to have kicked the victim as he lay on the floor before fleeing the scene.

A 16-year-old boy accused of attempted rape in a park is expected to stand trial.

Emergency crews were called to a fire in flats above an amusement arcade.

A “Jekyll and Hyde” rapist who terrorised women and girls for more than 23 years has been convicted.

A drug-driver who ran over a police officer as he attempted to pull him over for speeding has been jailed.

A cash-strapped council which revealed a list of 30 properties it intends to offer for sale to claw back funds says not all will be offloaded.

A nursing home with a ‘rich history’ has been sold for an undisclosed amount and is now under new ownership.

A recycling centre is to remain closed for the rest of the day following a “small explosion” in the early hours.

Forensics have searched a house after new information came to light in a child protection investigation.

Long-awaited changes to European border rules have been pushed back again, this time until next year.