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Woman wins battle against virus and thanks NHS staff

Woman wins battle against virus and thanks NHS staff

A writing tutor and poet has thanked staff at a hospital for the way she was treated while she battled Covid-19.

Writer releases new crime thriller

Writer releases new crime thriller

A TV actor who turned his talents to writing has released a new thriller telling a tale of murder and corruption in high places.

School's online dance-off fun

School's online dance-off fun

School may be closed because of the coronavirus outbreak but that has not stopped these pupils and staff getting together to raise cash for charity.

How to do a manicure at home

How to do a manicure at home

With salons across the county shut, we asked an expert how you can do a manicure in the comfort of your own home.

Fire engines and ambulances outside community centre

Fire engines and ambulances outside community centre

Fire crew and paramedics have been spotted in a residential street, where a witness says a woman was lifted through a window.

Pensioners targeted by fake bank staff

Pensioners targeted by fake bank staff

Police are warning people to be wary after reports of pensioners getting calls from criminals posing as bank officials.

Birds of prey display team accused of operating illegally

Birds of prey display team accused of operating illegally

An animal welfare charity has called out a birds of prey team for not carrying the required licence.

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Nurse says Southeastern is 'cashing in'

Nurse says Southeastern is 'cashing in'

A front line NHS worker from Tunbridge Wells says a rail firm is taking advantage of key workers by charging more for tickets.

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NHS nurse stranded in Philippines desperate to get home and help

NHS nurse stranded in Philippines desperate to get home and help

An intensive care nurse has described feeling "utterly useless" amid his struggle to get a flight back to the UK to help with the outbreak.

Dealers not welcome here

Dealers not welcome here

Three people have appeared in court after police crack down on drugs.

New book casts long shadow

New book casts long shadow

Will the Baltics become the new flashpoint between East and West, former TWGGS pupil turned author Aliide Naylor believes so.

Jo'burg firm comes to the Royal Spa

Jo'burg firm comes to the Royal Spa

An investment wealth management company has taken new offices in Tunbridge Wells.

Irish pub cancels St Patrick's Day celebrations

Irish pub cancels St Patrick's Day celebrations

Cassidy's pub in Tunbridge Wells has halted its St Patrick's Day celebrations this year because of the coronavirus.

Man charged with burglary and car theft

Man charged with burglary and car theft

A 21-year-old is due in crown court over a catalogue of offences, including burglary.

Cows get onto train tracks

Cows get onto train tracks

Trains are having to moove slowly and there are minor delays after cows got onto the railway line.

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A reason for fly-tipping?

A reason for fly-tipping?

The monthly collection of building rubble at North Farm fell by 195 tonnes after charging was introduced, an FOI has revealed.

Our Nick can teach our MPs how to behave

Our Nick can teach our MPs how to behave

A Tunbridge Wells Borough Councillor is the only local politician in the running for a national award to reward civility in politics.

Only two objections to Church Farm proposal

Only two objections to Church Farm proposal

A new developer has found a way to squeeze more homes onto a flood-plain in a detailed application submitted to Tunbridge Wells council.

Million pound drug gang member jailed

Million pound drug gang member jailed

A man who fled the country to escape justice has been sent to prison.

CCTV appeal after haul of electric toothbrushes stolen

CCTV appeal after haul of electric toothbrushes stolen

Police have released images of two men who may have more information about the thefts.

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