Spine-tingling nights out for grown-ups this Halloween
From haunted tours to horror films and masquerade parties, here are Kent’s top Halloween events for adults.
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Government takes on oversight of Lower Thames Crossing scheme
The Department for Transport has taken oversight of the Lower Thames Crossing project from National Highways in a Labour drive for growth.
Main road shut due to burst water main
A route used to access a village has been closed, forcing drivers to follow a lengthy diversion.
Teacher, 28, about to start dream new job abroad hit with shock cancer diagnosis
A teacher handed a devastating diagnosis just weeks before he was meant to start a dream new job in Dubai has spoken out to help others.
‘I was unlawfully Tasered in my home by police – I want justice’
A bricklayer who was left battered and bruised after police tried to carry out an eviction at his home is taking civil action against the force.
Brick hurled at Labour Party office in ‘disgusting attack’
Police have been called to criminal damage at a political party’s offices in what’s been called an “abhorrent” attack.
Five fire engines called to large farmland blaze
Firefighters tackled a large farmland blaze yesterday.
‘Striking’ new mural marks £750k flood defence project
A huge hand-painted mural has been unveiled to mark a major investment into a town’s water pumping station following floods.
‘It’s sad to have to leave but Tories aren’t the future of conservatism - Reform are’
This week’s Kent Politics Podcast hears from a Tory-to-Reform defector, who explains their decision and the future of right-wing politics.
Man accused of pouring scalding water over dog has charges dismissed
A man accused of pouring scalding water over a French bulldog and assaulting its owner has had the charges against him dropped.
Primary school’s Ofsted rating jumps from ‘good’ to ‘outstanding’
The education watchdog has praised a school for its high standards after inspectors rated it “outstanding” in all areas.
Revealed: How Kent mental health service is leaving hundreds waiting months for help
A Trust providing mental health services has been leaving hundreds of patients waiting months for help, a damning inspection reveals.
'Hopefully we've found them all now': Youngsters praised after rescuing ‘massive snake’ on bike ride
A group of boys have been praised for their help in rescuing a python, which they found curled up on the roadside.
‘It’s getting dangerous’: Ambulances stuck as road closure causes traffic mayhem
Extra traffic calming measures have been put in place after a road closure caused chaos in a town.
Floral tributes laid outside restaurant for ‘much-loved’ employee
A town centre restaurant has been closed suddenly after the death of a “cherished” employee.
Historic dockyard and filming location handed major cash boost
A major heritage site that has played host to several major film sets has received a major slice of Art’s Council funding to keep it afloat.
‘I'll pull up on the pulpit and whack him’: Pastor harassed by churchgoer after being told to leave woman alone
A religious weed smoker has been jailed after stalking and harassing the pastor and another leader at their place of worship.
Emergency response after joint response unit car involved in crash
Emergency services were called after an emergency vehicle was involved in a collision with a car.
Pirate radio DJs to takeover iconic ship for ‘end of season party’
More than 20 DJs from the golden age of broadcasting will be on board the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer as she sails around Kent.
Another councillor switches to Reform in day of defections
Another councillor in Kent has ditched their party in favour of Reform in a day of defections.