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King: Big players must deliver

King: Big players must deliver

Dartford manager Steve King has warned his players now is the time to deliver.

Food bank responds to media storm

Food bank responds to media storm

A pastor and foodbank trustee says the opening of a new food bank venue was a moment that 'should be celebrated'.

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Inquest opens into death of stabbing victim

Inquest opens into death of stabbing victim

An inquest has opened this morning into the death of a dad-to-be.

Council leader slammed for 'happy' food bank photo

Council leader slammed for 'happy' food bank photo

A council leader has been slammed for smiling at the opening of a food bank amid the cost of living crisis.

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'It is heartbreaking seeing innocent birds suffer'

'It is heartbreaking seeing innocent birds suffer'

Wildlife warriors are calling for more action to be taken as an increasing number of birds get tangled in fishing lines.

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'I am not worried about one-star food hygiene rating'

'I am not worried about one-star food hygiene rating'

A hotel manager has said a poor hygiene score did not come as a surprise but changes have already been made.

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Kent pharmacist meets Prince of Wales

Kent pharmacist meets Prince of Wales

A medical professional met Prince Charles at a celebration of the pharmaceutical contribution during the coronavirus pandemic.

Police rescue swan found walking along road

Police rescue swan found walking along road

The only fowl play was in the punning, after police rescued 'just the one swan' found walking on a road.

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Kent Merit Under-14 girls cup final

Kent Merit Under-14 girls cup final

Two-goal Zera Oshevie led Kent Football United to victory in the Kent Merit Under-14 girls cup final over Bromley on Sunday.

The man who helped launch Bowie and created Metal Mickey

The man who helped launch Bowie and created Metal Mickey

We reveal the amazing story of the man who threatened to cut off David Bowie's long hair and created an 80s TV icon.

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Delays after detached trailer blocks tunnel

Delays after detached trailer blocks tunnel

There are delays on the M25 this afternoon after a detached trailer blocked the Dartford tunnel.

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No 'washing or bamboo' on new flat balconies

No 'washing or bamboo' on new flat balconies

Hundreds of new flats have been approved as part of a town centre's regeneration - but developers are set to restrict 'unsightly items' on balconies.

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'TikTok' clubber surge sees demand for phone charging

'TikTok' clubber surge sees demand for phone charging

A 'booming' nightclub says it is going the extra mile to keep apace with the younger generation wanting to charge their phones to get Uber rides home.

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Firms claim costs for 'emotional turmoil' of theme park 'blight'

Firms claim costs for 'emotional turmoil' of theme park 'blight'

Businesses threatened with eviction due to proposals for a multi-billion pound theme park have submitted claims for costs due to trade and job losses.

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Burglar caught hiding near stolen safe

Burglar caught hiding near stolen safe

Officers called to suspicious activity swiftly tracked down a suspect who had gloves, a balaclava, and cash on him and was hiding near a stolen safe.

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More questions than answers

More questions than answers

Injuries and Monday's loss to Braintree have given Dartford boss Steve King plenty to ponder ahead of the National League South play-offs.

Delays on M25 after three vehicle crash

Delays on M25 after three vehicle crash

Drivers are facing long delays after a crash involving two vans and a car this morning.

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Family fund £11k scalp-cooling tech for cancer patients

Family fund £11k scalp-cooling tech for cancer patients

A family who lost their mum to cancer have raised thousands in her memory to help other patients.

'In my head life was over, I was putting myself in a box'

'In my head life was over, I was putting myself in a box'

A dad diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease aged just 35 has spoken out and started a "bucket list" to help raise vital funds and inspire others.

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Pioneering print firm bids to go green in Kent

Pioneering print firm bids to go green in Kent

A major print firm has pledged to go carbon neutral as it ups sticks from the capital to move to Kent to open a new multi-million pound facility.

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