Opponents of a planned Morrisons shop have warned of a surge in anti-social behaviour if the supermarket is given a licence to sell alcohol from 6am.

The supermarket describes homeware and furniture products as bringing "coastal vibes" into the home but the mood is far from calm in the town.

The latest business at the £30m Neats Court retail park opened its doors today, creating 60 jobs.

Kent's Phones 4U stores have been closed as the firm is plunged into administration, leaving hundreds of county jobs under threat.

Planners who approved two supermarkets in Sandwich have come under fire by a Sandwich resident.

The Town Team wants to "fight" to keep the Bluebirds Market open and is seeking views from Dovorians as to how it can be revived.

The smell from a factory in Kent that has been a nuisance to residents for 20 years has been noticed again - despite the council's efforts to stop it.

A luxury watch seller has attracted a £6m investment as it plans to boost stocks and launch a marketing campaign.

Land Securities is still 'considering its options' over Maidstone council's refusal for planning permission at Newnham Court.

A £350,000 modernisation of a factory which produces road and rail signs was marked with a ministerial visit.

Meet more of the hopefuls in this year’s Dartford and Gravesham Business Awards, supported by the Messenger.

A wine maker is becoming the first company on the London stock markets to raise money by crowdfunding, offering new shareholders discounts on bubbly.

Dates for hearing a legal challenge of the Heritage Quarter planning permission have been fixed.

Proposals to turn farmland into warehouses, offices and shops - including relocating a prominent town centre store - have been sent to councillors.

A vineyard is expecting its largest volume of crops ever for the second consecutive year, following two tough years when profits fell.

A town could be getting two supermarkets after planning authorities gave the green light to applications from two different chains.

A crack team is to be created to help rejuvenate Dartford town centre.

Almost 1,000 jobs are set to be created under expansion plans for the Ashford Designer Outlet revealed today.

A professional football coach from Kent has designed new football boots aimed at developing the skills of young players.

A town-centre Waitrose store could be given the green light if plans for a Sainsbury's at an out-of-town business park are rejected by councillors.