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Morrisons linked with depot sell-off

Morrisons linked with depot sell-off

04 June 2014

Supermarket giant Morrisons is said to be considering selling its national distribution centre in Kent after declining sales.

Council leader Burden: M&S decision "irrational and amazing"

Council leader Burden: M&S decision "irrational and amazing"

02 June 2014

Council leader John Burden has criticised M&S for turning its back on the town, saying it is a "mistake".

Shock and store: shoppers vent fury and sadness at M&S closure plan

Shock and store: shoppers vent fury and sadness at M&S closure plan

02 June 2014

"A disgrace, ridiculous and so sad" - this was the reaction to the news that Marks and Spencer intends to leave Gravesend after 101 years.

Acquisition drives profits hike

Acquisition drives profits hike

02 June 2014

An electronic components firm has seen revenues and pre-tax profits soar after taking over an energy company and expanding into North America.

Lighting firm's bright prospects after £200k boost

Lighting firm's bright prospects after £200k boost

30 May 2014

An LED designer and manufacturer is set to invest in research and development after getting a six-figure loan from the Government.

Honey farm is the bees’ knees again, say visitors

Honey farm is the bees’ knees again, say visitors

30 May 2014

A popular Island attraction has been commended by a tourist website – for the second year running.

Dave turns old items into cash

 Dave turns old items into cash

29 May 2014

A new shop owner in Sandwich is urging residents to dust off their old items and sell them at Sold and Soon.

Conservationist tells of dire winter for county’s bees

Conservationist tells of dire winter for county’s bees

23 May 2014

As environmentalists discuss ways of protecting Kent’s bee population, a Sheppey honey seller has spoken of a “dreadful” winter for her insects.

‘Nothing’ to keep book shop in town

 ‘Nothing’ to keep book shop in town

22 May 2014

An independent trader is upping sticks to Margate due to trade being slow in Dover's high street.

Chippy is one of the best

Chippy is one of the best

21 May 2014

A chippy in Northfleet is the plaice to be after winning an award which puts them in the UK’s top three per cent.

Eat local, at your local

Eat local, at your local

21 May 2014

Now you can eat local at your local as the Three Daws pub has introduced a new menu featuring locally sourced produce.

AstraZeneca rejects £69bn Pfizer bid

AstraZeneca rejects £69bn Pfizer bid

19 May 2014

A “fourth and final” offer from Pfizer has been rejected by AstraZeneca due to fears over job security.

Kent gets fruity... with bumper crop of strawberries

Kent gets fruity... with bumper crop of strawberries

19 May 2014

A mild winter and warm spring mean a huge crop of strawberries even earlier than usual for Kent farms.

Paul Simon to close remaining stores

Paul Simon to close remaining stores

15 May 2014

Administrators for the troubled home furnishings retailer were unable to find a buyer, condemning all its seven Kent outlets.

Supermarket shelves plans for major foodstore

Supermarket shelves plans for major foodstore

14 May 2014

Developers now propose to build a mix of homes and retail units on empty land after a supermarket pulled its plans to build there.

Supermarket plans thrown out

Supermarket plans thrown out

14 May 2014

Planning committee members reject plans to build a new supermarket behind a popular community centre.

Camping giant promises dozens of new jobs at superstore

Camping giant promises dozens of new jobs at superstore

13 May 2014

A retailer is investing £1.5m in a new store aimed at people who love the outdoors

Supermarket battle nears its end

Supermarket battle nears its end

13 May 2014

A decision is due tonight on plans for a controversial new supermarket which opponents say will threaten the future of a community centre.

New era on cards for local shoppers

 New era on cards for local shoppers

10 May 2014

Get your new Deal Card in town and start saving cash on goods and services in Deal.

Morrisons confirm new town store

Morrisons confirm new town store

09 May 2014

Supermarket giant Morrisons has revealed the site of a new store in wants to open in Whitstable.

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