Home   Dartford   Archive

Dartford news

Cold case murder squad commended

Cold case murder squad commended

Police officers involved in solving one of Kent's biggest murder investigations - 22 years on - have been commended.

Man seriously injured in nightclub attacks

Man seriously injured in nightclub attacks

Police have released CCTV images after a man was seriously injured in two unprovoked attacks at a nightclub, leaving him needing hospital treatment.

Burman "fuming" at league decision

Burman "fuming" at league decision

Tony Burman has slammed the National League's decision to call off Dartford's game at Maidenhead this weekend.

Dartford candidate secures top spot with Ukip

Dartford candidate secures top spot with Ukip

Elizabeth Jones, who fought the Dartford seat for Ukip in the general election, has been voted onto the party's National Executive Committee.

Gemili jets in for graduation

Gemili jets in for graduation

European champion Adam Gemili jetted in from his Qatar training camp for his university graduation ceremony in London.

Bradbrook: We deserved it

Bradbrook: We deserved it

Elliot Bradbrook couldn't believe his 'offside' goal against Maidstone was given - but insisted Dartford deserved a result in the derby.

Dartford honours Paris attack victims

Dartford honours Paris attack victims

The French flag will fly at half-mast in Dartford today in tribute to those who died in terror attacks in Paris on Friday.

Kent farm makes harvest breakthrough

Kent farm makes harvest breakthrough

A farm in a corner of Kent has successfully harvested Britain's first ever sweet potato crop.

Fairfield Pool ready for its close-up

Fairfield Pool ready for its close-up

After almost two years, the popular community leisure centre is preparing to reopen with fresh facilities and a brand new look.

Pedestrians injured in collision with car

Pedestrians injured in collision with car

Two people were hospitalised after being hit by a car.

Burman's delight as goal stands

Burman's delight as goal stands

Watch the controversial goal which earned Dartford a draw against Maidstone and find out why the referee chose to allow it.

Honours even in derby draw

Honours even in derby draw

Elliot Bradbrook's late goal earned Dartford a 1-1 draw at home to Maidstone United.

Driving instructor's L-plate relay is a winner for charity

Driving instructor's L-plate relay is a winner for charity

A grandmother is among a team of dedicated instructors performing a mammoth relay to raise money for Children in Need.

Traffic caused by two-car collision

Traffic caused by two-car collision

An accident during the morning rush hour has caused congestion running through a village.

Wings game switched for TV

Wings game switched for TV

Welling's FA Cup second-round tie against Carlisle United has been switched to Sunday, December 6 for television coverage.

Generous sponsor funds debut derby

Generous sponsor funds debut derby

Oakfield Phoenix went up against Crayford Eagles thanks to the support of a Dartford pub

Dartford prepares for Christmas

Dartford prepares for Christmas

The festive season kicks off on Saturday with a string of seasonal events in the town centre

Darts and Stones resume battle

Darts and Stones resume battle

Tony Burman says Dartford's derby against Maidstone on Saturday is extra special because of the history between the clubs.

Mayday warning for Darts

Mayday warning for Darts

Maidstone's Jay May has some bad news for Dartford fans ahead of his first return to Princes Park this weekend.

Appeal unearths heroes' stories

Appeal unearths heroes' stories

An appeal supported by the Messenger has helped reveal the stories behind some of Dartford's war heroes.

Close This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies.Learn More