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Bomb squad called to Kent beach

Bomb squad called to Kent beach

Part of a beach was cordoned off today when an object thought to be a bomb was discovered at low tide.

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Kent's topsy turvy weather

Kent's topsy turvy weather

Whatever the weather, you know you can't rely on it when in Britain. Kent witnessed bright sunshine today broken by torrential rain and even thunder.

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New bedtime story shared on KentOnline

New bedtime story shared on KentOnline

An author working on a new children's TV show has allowed KentOnline to give you a sneak preview.

Kent mum bakes cake for Colonel Tom's 100th birthday

Kent mum bakes cake for Colonel Tom's 100th birthday

A Kent baker has created a two-feet tall cake to mark the 100th birthday of Army veteran Colonel Tom Moore – but is now not sure what to do with it.

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Free holiday for someone who deserves it

Free holiday for someone who deserves it

A holiday park is asking people to nominate someone who could do with a week-long break when lockdown is over.

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New union calls for prisoners to be tested for coronavirus

New union calls for prisoners to be tested for coronavirus

A new union for prison officers launched in Kent is demanding all inmates be tested for Covid-19 before they are moved between jails.

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Beach barrier to stop campers

Beach barrier to stop campers

A barrier has been installed by council officers to stop campervans and motorhomes parking on a beach.

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'Super head' called in to help struggling school

'Super head' called in to help struggling school

A Kent academy has drafted in a new 'executive head' from Bradford to help turn it around. He will take up his post in September.

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Council's call for virus funds

Council's call for virus funds

A council has set up a crowdfunding site for cash to go towards charities and organisations helping fight coronavirus.

Social services move to Skype visits amid pandemic

Social services move to Skype visits amid pandemic

Social services visits to households with vulnerable children are being conducted over Skype, during the coronavirus outbreak.

Reporter's vow of silence after Twitter shoe storm

Reporter's vow of silence after Twitter shoe storm

A reporter has vowed never to discuss fashion again after finding himself at the centre of a social media storm.

Air ambulance scrambled to park

Air ambulance scrambled to park

An air ambulance has landed in a park, with other emergency services spotted nearby.

Safe havens offer mental health support

Safe havens offer mental health support

A network of safe havens and a helpline have been set up to help people who are living with mental health conditions.

Football club giving youngsters greater opportunity

Football club giving youngsters greater opportunity

Sheppey United are expanding their youth section in a hope of keeping their best local talent close to home.

Decision needed on building's revamp cash

Decision needed on building's revamp cash

A council using a historic building as its HQ has been told to make a decision by September on whether it wants cash to revamp it.

Heritage trail shows off historical events

Heritage trail shows off historical events

A scheme, which has seen nearly 100 plaques placed across part of the Kent coastline, has been extended to show off historical events.

Medics in station move amid refurbishment

Medics in station move amid refurbishment

Paramedics are sharing a base with firefighters as a renovation of an ambulance station gets underway.

Age UK centre appeals for help

Age UK centre appeals for help

Staff and volunteers at an organisation set up to help older people is pleading for help amid the coronavirus crisis.

Engineers set to work on burst main

Engineers set to work on burst main

Water engineers have been working to stop a burst water main after it was spotted gushing in the road.

Prison staff recognised by Princess Royal

Prison staff recognised by Princess Royal

A member of the royal family has recognised the work of two prison staff members in Kent.

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