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King ‘deeply touched’ as residents save ancient Kent woodland

King ‘deeply touched’ as residents save ancient Kent woodland

02 October 2024

The King has sent his congratulations to a community that raised £100,000 in just 23 days to buy their at-risk woodland.

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Cocaine smugglers who hid drugs in boxes of bananas jailed

Cocaine smugglers who hid drugs in boxes of bananas jailed

02 October 2024

A gang has been found guilty of importing tonnes of drugs from Central America in boxes of bananas that arrived at a Kent port.

Prolific thief who stole cars and perfume jailed

Prolific thief who stole cars and perfume jailed

01 October 2024

A serial thief who stole cars from people’s drives and thousands of pounds worth of perfume from shops has been jailed.

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Kent officers rank below national average

Kent officers rank below national average

01 October 2024

Fewer than a third of people think Kent Police is doing a good job, according to a survey conducted by Neighbourhood Alert.

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Firefighters extinguish large hay bale blaze after more than 24 hours

Firefighters extinguish large hay bale blaze after more than 24 hours

01 October 2024

People were being told to keep their windows and doors closed as fire crews worked to extinguish 200 hay bales which were alight.

Triathlon swims cancelled after water quality fears

Triathlon swims cancelled after water quality fears

28 September 2024

Organisers of a triathlon event have cancelled the swimming elements following safety fears.

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Motorcyclist dies in M25 crash

Motorcyclist dies in M25 crash

27 September 2024

A motorcyclist died in a crash involving three vehicles on the M25.

M25 shut after air ambulance called to motorbike crash

M25 shut after air ambulance called to motorbike crash

26 September 2024

Part of the M25 remains closed after emergency services dealt with a serious crash involving a motorcycle.

Kick up the autumn leaves at these stunning country parks

Kick up the autumn leaves at these stunning country parks

26 September 2024

Admire autumnal colours and feel the leaves crunching beneath your feet with a trip to Kent’s country parks and gardens.

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Driver in court after two women killed in M20 crash

Driver in court after two women killed in M20 crash

25 September 2024

A man accused of killing two women who were struck by a vehicle on a motorway hard shoulder after one stopped to help the other has appeared in court.

‘You’ve still got options’: paedophile recorded pep talk before arrest

‘You’ve still got options’: paedophile recorded pep talk before arrest

24 September 2024

A “dangerous” paedophile has been jailed for nearly 20 years after being found guilty of rape and sexual assault.

‘The secret to our 75 years of being married? A glass of sherry a day’

‘The secret to our 75 years of being married? A glass of sherry a day’

21 September 2024

The couple have been married for 75 years and say there was never any doubt they would be together their whole lives.

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Long delays on M25 after lorry fire

Long delays on M25 after lorry fire

20 September 2024

Motorists are facing long delays on the M25 after a lorry fire in the early hours.

Reusable recycling bags on the way

Reusable recycling bags on the way

20 September 2024

Reusable recycling bags are being introduced by a council to cut out single-use plastics and save money.

Dig to uncover supersonic wartime rocket that exploded in Kent field

Dig to uncover supersonic wartime rocket that exploded in Kent field

20 September 2024

An archaeology dig has been uncovering the remains of a Nazi V2 rocket that exploded in a field during the Second World War.

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Man accused of stealing cash from 90-year-old woman

Man accused of stealing cash from 90-year-old woman

19 September 2024

A man will appear in court charged with taking £30 from a 90-year-old woman after allegedly going into her home uninvited.

New powers see streets cleared of boy racers

New powers see streets cleared of boy racers

19 September 2024

Measures to combat nuisance motorists have worked after reports of antisocial behaviour relating to car meets dropped to zero since June.

Suspected burglars posing as police officers

Suspected burglars posing as police officers

19 September 2024

Images have been released in a bid to identify two men suspected of attempted burglary who have been dressing up like police officers.

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Explore the enchanting autumn gardens of a historic castle

Explore the enchanting autumn gardens of a historic castle

19 September 2024

One of Kent’s beautiful castles is celebrating the season with golden autumn leaves, stunning flowers and guided tours.

635 homes planned on site of military fort

635 homes planned on site of military fort

17 September 2024

A historic century-old military site is set to be transformed into a 635-home estate after a decade in development.

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