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PC ‘feared for her life’ as suspect put her in chokehold

PC ‘feared for her life’ as suspect put her in chokehold

A PC who was attacked by a suspect has been praised for her extraordinary" bravery.

‘We want to give Starbucks good competition’

‘We want to give Starbucks good competition’

An independent coffee shop chain which has moved into a former Costa is hoping to give Starbucks some healthy competition.

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Vehicle erupts into fireball on busy road

Vehicle erupts into fireball on busy road

A dramatic picture shows a vehicle engulfed by flames after erupting into a fireball this morning.

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Mice infestation and ‘horrendous stench’ at trampoline park

Mice infestation and ‘horrendous stench’ at trampoline park

A ‘widespread’ mice infestation and hotdogs stored on the floor were all discovered by hygiene inspectors at a popular trampoline park.

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Freedom of the Parish honour on 80th anniversary of Doodlebug tragedy

Freedom of the Parish honour on 80th anniversary of Doodlebug tragedy

On the 80th anniversary of the loss of 52 REME personnel in a Doodlebug blast, a village is to mark the occasion with a military parade and service.

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Countdown to Shaun the Sheep family-friendly art trail

Countdown to Shaun the Sheep family-friendly art trail

More than fifty unique sculptures of Shaun the Sheep will appear at landmarks across a town centre later this month.

Sol’s Stones memories as new chapter looms

Sol’s Stones memories as new chapter looms

Sol Wanjau-Smith has spoken of his affection for Maidstone as he closes in on his next move.

Man ‘assaulted’ female driver during A249 road rage

Man ‘assaulted’ female driver during A249 road rage

Police are hunting a male driver who assaulted a woman in an alleged road rage attack.

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The Weald of Kent constituency and the candidates standing

The Weald of Kent constituency and the candidates standing

We profile the Weald of Kent constituency and the candidates vying for your vote on July 4.

‘I’ve been told I might never have children – but no-one seems to care’

‘I’ve been told I might never have children – but no-one seems to care’

A mum says her daughter was left in the dark following surgery after a cyst was found on her ovary.

Hugh Dennis opens new £640k museum gallery

Hugh Dennis opens new £640k museum gallery

Radio and TV presenter Hugh Dennis has opened a town’s newest attraction.

Familiar face back with Maidstone

Familiar face back with Maidstone

Charlie Seaman has rejoined Maidstone on a permanent deal after leaving Doncaster.

200 jobs could go as part of firm’s ‘new UK strategy’

200 jobs could go as part of firm’s ‘new UK strategy’

A multinational company may shut its Kent base after 100 years at the site.

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Stones hold Court as new deal signed

Stones hold Court as new deal signed

Midfielder Riley Court has signed a new deal with hometown club Maidstone.

England stick with Galligan

England stick with Galligan

West Malling’s Rosie Galligan has been awarded a full-time Red Roses contract for next season.

Boy arrested after police chase

Boy arrested after police chase

A teenager chased by police through a town centre was suspected of having a knife.

School retains ‘outstanding’ rating 12 years after last inspection

School retains ‘outstanding’ rating 12 years after last inspection

A grammar school has received the highest possible rating from a school regulation more than a decade after it was last inspected.

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Pitch works under way at Gallagher

Pitch works under way at Gallagher

A £250,000 project to replace Maidstone United’s 3G pitch starts today.

‘A great way to escape daily life’

‘A great way to escape daily life’

We spent the morning at Bearsted Golf Club in Maidstone – it could be the sport for you.

Club’s unforgettable season

Club’s unforgettable season

A perfect record on their way to title glory - as well as a Cup Final appearance - made it a campaign to savour for West Farleigh under-13s.

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