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Mum claims woman tried to walk off with her son

Mum claims woman tried to walk off with her son

A young mum has warned other parents to stay vigilant after a woman reportedly grabbed her young son in a shopping centre.

The Friday News Quiz

The Friday News Quiz

What is being stockpiled in Dover? And why did two workmen get into a row with a council street warden?

Squirrels driving council workers nuts

Squirrels driving council workers nuts

Rogue squirrels are stealing workers' lunches, setting off alarms and generally making a nuisance of themselves at this council headquarters.

Pensioner's licence taken away after 'erratic' driving

Pensioner's licence taken away after 'erratic' driving

An elderly man has had driving licence taken away for failing a police roadside eye test after being pulled over on a motorway for "erratic" driving.

VIDEO: Pair jailed for smuggling 18 Albanians

VIDEO: Pair jailed for smuggling 18 Albanians

A pair of people smugglers who tried to land 18 Albanian migrants on a Kent beach in an inflatable dinghy have today been jailed.

Queues clear on M25 after rush-hour crash

Queues clear on M25 after rush-hour crash

Traffic has eased on the M25 after a crash between a car and a motorbike shut lanes.

Cat sanctuary overrun with abandoned kittens

Cat sanctuary overrun with abandoned kittens

A cat sanctuary has been overwhelmed with abandoned kittens – some suffering from dehydration after being left without water in soaring temperatures.

Divers find mum's ID card a year after she was killed

Divers find mum's ID card a year after she was killed

Divers have discovered the identity card belonging to Mariola Cudworth, known as Mika, who was killed and dumped in a field by her husband.

Heartbroken sons shave heads in tribute to brave mum

Heartbroken sons shave heads in tribute to brave mum

The sons of a devoted mum who lost her battle with cancer last week shaved their heads in her memory two days after her death.

Huge 'stash' of water ahead of Dover getaway

Huge 'stash' of water ahead of Dover getaway

Thousands of water bottles are being kept at Dover as the authorities are braced for a second weekend of travel woes.

Thug who vowed to give up life of crime is jailed again

Thug who vowed to give up life of crime is jailed again

A violent thug posted on Facebook from his prison cell that his life of crime was over... but one month after release he abducted a man at knifepoint.

Cancer surgeon comes up with affordable suncream

Cancer surgeon comes up with affordable suncream

A Kent skin cancer surgeon was inspired to develop a new, affordable sunscreen while surfing in South Africa.

Hero neighbour saves five-year-old boy's life

Hero neighbour saves five-year-old boy's life

A hero who lost his young son in an accident vowed "I'm not going to lose you as well" as he saved the life of his five-year-old neighbour.

Man in hospital after suspected stabbing

Man in hospital after suspected stabbing

A man in his 30s was taken to hospital after a suspected stabbing.

Serious fire spreads through house

Serious fire spreads through house

Both floors of a two-storey house suffered significant damage after a blaze broke out in the early hours of this morning.

Spectacular tower tour opens

Spectacular tower tour opens

A church tower tour offering ‘an unparalleled view of the most complete medieval town in England’ has officially opened

Missing Chatham man found safe and well

Missing Chatham man found safe and well

A 30-year-old man reported missing without his phone or cash has been found safe and well.

Over 12,000 patients treated in corridors at Medway Hospital

Over 12,000 patients treated in corridors at Medway Hospital

Each year more than 12,000 patients are being treated in corridors at Medway Hospital according to the latest board papers.

Video: Just the bear necessities in life...

Video: Just the bear necessities in life...

The first bears to move into a Kent wildlife park are making their first appearance and keepers are hoping for the pitter patter of paws soon.

Police hunt naked footpath flasher

Police hunt naked footpath flasher

A naked man who flashed at a woman and then followed her along a secluded path is thought to have struck again.

Major delays on M25 after crash

Major delays on M25 after crash

Delays are stretching back several miles on the M25 following an earlier crash.

Police helicopter hunts man over attempted theft

Police helicopter hunts man over attempted theft

One man has been arrested and officers are searching the area nearby for another suspect.

Police investigate after woman 'stabbed'

Police investigate after woman 'stabbed'

A manhunt has been launched after a woman is believed to have been stabbed.

Southern staff set to stage five-day walkout

Southern staff set to stage five-day walkout

Train workers are escalating their dispute with Southern bosses - with a five-day walkout next month.

No Jane, no gain!

No Jane, no gain!

Two women - both called Jane - are taking on a 100 mile cycle for charity.

Thug who stabbed ex's partner given longer behind bars

Thug who stabbed ex's partner given longer behind bars

A man who attacked his ex-partner and stabbed her new boyfriend with scissors was today sentenced to an extra two and a half years in jail.

Major moves in town centre revamp plans

Major moves in town centre revamp plans

As planning applications go in for a town's £57 million regeneration, it has been revealed a nearby site is set to undergo a massive facelift as well.

Theatre staff in fraud probe

Theatre staff in fraud probe

Council bosses have launched an investigation into fraud allegations against up to 16 members of staff at a Kent theatre.

Travellers descend on town

Travellers descend on town

A large group of travellers have set up camp in parkland.

VIDEO: Footballer to appear on Don’t Tell the Bride

VIDEO: Footballer to appear on Don’t Tell the Bride

Two childhood sweethearts - including a Kent footballer - will appear on Don't Tell the Bride tonight, tying the knot at North Kent College.

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