‘Will it make any difference?’ New 20mph speed limit planned for 35 roads
A new 20mph scheme has received a mixed response from residents who believe it will do little to improve road safety.
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‘Monster who sexually violated my horse is still on the loose’
A woman is appealing for help from the public to find an intruder who was captured on CCTV allegedly performing a sex act on her horse.
‘It hurts so much’: Mother’s anguish as beloved son, 20, goes missing
The family of a missing student thought to have travelled to Kent are growing increasingly concerned - as police appeal for help finding him.
‘Show some common sense rather than sticking to rigid rules’
In her latest column, MP Katie Lam takes aim at a council over its handling of a pub’s fundraising activities.
Plans for tasting rooms with stunning views over vineyard approved
A leading Kent winemaker has gained approval for plans to build a new tasting room with views over its vineyard.
Where to see adorable newborn lambs this spring
From working rural farms to family attractions, this is where you can get up close to baby animals this season.
Former waste site edges closer to demolition and new £2.6m ‘employment’ hub
An abandoned waste site has edged closer to becoming a “viable employment” hub after plans were submitted to turn it into a £2.6m council depot.
Carers of 300-plus children to receive new weekly allowance
A local authority has been selected to take part in a national pilot for kinship carers to be paid the same as foster carers.
Arts and music venue announces rebuild plans after New Year’s Eve fire
An events venue which was devastated by a blaze on New Year’s Eve has issued an update.
Kent eatery crowned fine dining restaurant of the year at kebab awards
A Kent restaurant has scooped a top prize at the annual British Kebab Awards.
Firefighters called after car blaze on busy road
Fire crews were called after a vehicle caught alight on a busy road.
PinkPantheress crowned producer of the year at Brit Awards ceremony
A popstar who grew up in Kent made history after taking home a prestigious title at the Brit Awards ceremony.
Missing man, 34, ‘safely located’
A missing man who sparked a police appeal amid concerns over his welfare has been found.
Emergency crews tackle fire in Dartford Tunnel
One of the two Dartford tunnels was closed this evening after reports of a vehicle fire.
‘We’ve taken over Kent’s most haunted pub - but the challenge doesn’t scare us!’
A pub widely regarded as Kent’s most haunted has been taken over by new owners who insist they are not scared of the challenges facing the industry.
‘We’re fighting a losing battle’: Traders struggling to keep high street alive after string of closures
Traders say they are “fighting a losing battle” to keep their once bustling shopping promenade alive after a run of businesses shut up shop.
'We're back to square one': Plans for football stadium dropped, leaving club in limbo
Plans for a football stadium and 3G pitches for a club without facilities have been dropped after the council advised plans would be refused.
Two more deaths at same hospital ‘blamed on A&E bed-blocking’
A coroner has attributed “avoidable delays” and A&E bed-blocking to the deaths of two people - and has warned more could occur if action isn’t taken.
Shopkeepers scrap bid for new store amid ‘integrity’ concerns
A licensing bid for a Premier store has been withdrawn after bosses faced widespread criticism over their record with illegal workers.
Save the date: Kent’s March calendar
From early Easter celebrations to £1 days out for the family, here’s what you can expect from the month ahead.