Home   Medway   News

Medway news

‘It’s not just a place to grab a drink - it’s a vital social hub’

‘It’s not just a place to grab a drink - it’s a vital social hub’

Last orders may have been called at a community pub but a campaign to get it reopened is gaining momentum.

Community parkland plans for former golf course handed £1m funding boost

Community parkland plans for former golf course handed £1m funding boost

Plans for transforming a former golf course into a community parkland are one step closer to becoming a reality.

3

Flat forced to close after ‘causing misery’ to neighbours

Flat forced to close after ‘causing misery’ to neighbours

A flat which was linked to drug misuse, noise and antisocial behaviour has been closed following a court order.

11

‘Politicians weren’t interested’: Three-month road closure ends but businesses left counting cost

‘Politicians weren’t interested’: Three-month road closure ends but businesses left counting cost

Businesses say three-month roadworks may finally be at an end but the impact is long lasting with politicians largely ‘uninterested’ in their plight.

11

Chloe’s ready to rumble on charity boxing show

Chloe’s ready to rumble on charity boxing show

Teenager Chloe Bayliss says boxing has helped get her life in order - and her mum’s given it the thumbs up, too.

‘The first game is key’

‘The first game is key’

Former England caretaker-boss and ex-Gillingham manager Peter Taylor has given his verdict on the Three Lions’ Euro 2024 chances.

1

Appeal for missing 14-year-old last seen a week ago

Appeal for missing 14-year-old last seen a week ago

A 14-year-old boy reported missing from Essex and thought to be in Kent has been safely found.

1

‘Extreme disgust’ after play park ‘set alight’

‘Extreme disgust’ after play park ‘set alight’

A parish council has expressed its outrage after a “much loved” play area was damaged in a suspected act of vandalism.

Dad sentenced to 13 years for killing child rapist

Dad sentenced to 13 years for killing child rapist

A dad who beat a child rapist to death has been sentenced to 13 years in prison.

39

‘It’s not just us - developers need to deliver too’: Council blasts ‘bizarre’ new housing targets

‘It’s not just us - developers need to deliver too’: Council blasts ‘bizarre’ new housing targets

A council which failed to meet its housing targets has been forced to create an action plan to get back on track - but now faces even higher targets.

14

‘Being finalist for hospital award shows my role is needed’

‘Being finalist for hospital award shows my role is needed’

A mental health liaison for children has become the fifth finalist to be shortlisted for a prestigious award.

Carer caught on camera in ‘disgusting’ spitting row

Carer caught on camera in ‘disgusting’ spitting row

A carer is being investigated after she was caught on camera apparently spitting on her patient’s doorstep following a row over a damaged wall.

34

Hake buzzing for new faces at Chatham - including a couple of Charlies

Hake buzzing for new faces at Chatham - including a couple of Charlies

Chatham Town manager Kevin Hake can’t wait to get to work with some of his new arrivals.

Manager picks out some of the teams who could challenge the Gills next season

Manager picks out some of the teams who could challenge the Gills next season

Gillingham manager Mark Bonner is predicting League 2 to be wide open next season.

12

Turkish restaurant opens first branch in Kent

Turkish restaurant opens first branch in Kent

A new Turkish eatery, which has undergone a £500,000 revamp, says it has enjoyed a promising start after opening its first branch in the county.

Road to reopen early after three month closure

Road to reopen early after three month closure

A main road which was closed to build an entrance to a new school is set to open a week earlier than planned.

11

Child rapist handed 22 year sentence

Child rapist handed 22 year sentence

A 40-year-old paedophile has been locked up after subjecting a young victim to six years of torment.

8

Crack cocaine dealers jailed after ‘large knife and phone’ discovered in raid

Crack cocaine dealers jailed after ‘large knife and phone’ discovered in raid

Two county-line drug dealers have been sent to prison following a lengthy police investigation.

15

Couple’s joy as cat microchip idea becomes law

Couple’s joy as cat microchip idea becomes law

A Kent-based animal charity which came up with the idea behind new cat microchipping laws say it will make a huge difference to pet owners.

Pub landlords warn ‘monkey’ thief: ‘Bring him back or we’ll release the CCTV’

Pub landlords warn ‘monkey’ thief: ‘Bring him back or we’ll release the CCTV’

Publicans have threatened to expose a thief caught on CCTV stealing a sentimental monkey ornament from their boozer.

10
Close This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies.Learn More