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Dad-of-eight and Poundland ‘legend’ dies night before 60th birthday

24 October 2024
Dad-of-eight and Poundland ‘legend’ dies night before 60th birthday

A dad-of-eight who became an “icon” through his 13 years working at Poundland has tragically died the night before a landmark birthday.

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Two hospitalised as multi-vehicle crash blocks A-road in both directions

23 October 2024
Two hospitalised as multi-vehicle crash blocks A-road in both directions

Two people have been taken to hospital after a multi-vehicle crash which has left a major A-road blocked in both directions.

Delays on dual carriageways after multi-vehicle smash

23 October 2024
Delays on dual carriageways after multi-vehicle smash

Reports of a multi-vehicle smash at a motorway junction sparked queues on two dual carriageways.

Plans for third fish and chip shop within 200 yards to be revealed

23 October 2024
Plans for third fish and chip shop within 200 yards to be revealed

Plans to open a fish and chip shop less than 100 yards away from two similar firms in the shell of an empty dessert restaurant have been submitted.

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Shop sold litre of vodka to boy, 16, found drunk in street

23 October 2024
Shop sold litre of vodka to boy, 16, found drunk in street

A shop sold a litre of vodka to a 16-year-old boy found extremely drunk in a town centre street.

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‘This isn't Mayfair!’ Residents stunned by £25 breakfast pricetag

23 October 2024
‘This isn't Mayfair!’ Residents stunned by £25 breakfast pricetag

Residents have joked that they would need to set up a GoFundMe page to afford a £25 all-you-can-eat breakfast being offered in Kent.

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‘I was in the wrong car park for 11 seconds too long and was fined £60!’

20 October 2024
‘I was in the wrong car park for 11 seconds too long and was fined £60!’

An OAP fined for overstaying a car park’s five-minute grace period by seconds has branded the £60 penalty “crazy” after failing to have it overturned.

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Inside the ‘unrecognisable’ leisure centre after £8m revamp

19 October 2024
Inside the ‘unrecognisable’ leisure centre after £8m revamp

A leisure centre’s £8 million transformation four years in the making is finally complete, with bosses celebrating the reopening of the popular venue.

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Hospital patients warned of delays due to two-week road works

19 October 2024
Hospital patients warned of delays due to two-week road works

Patients should expect delays when visiting a Kent hospital in the next two weeks with water works set to shut the road outside the facility.

Rape investigation at children’s playground

19 October 2024
Rape investigation at children’s playground

Officers are appealing for witnesses after a woman says she was raped in a children’s playground last night.

Delays after lorry crashes through central reservation

19 October 2024
Delays after lorry crashes through central reservation

There were delays on a busy A-road after a lorry crashed through the central reservation, blocking the route.

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Almost 1,500 migrants and 25 small boats arrive in Kent this week

19 October 2024
Almost 1,500 migrants and 25 small boats arrive in Kent this week

Almost 1,500 migrants have arrived in the county on small boats over the past week – including more than 600 yesterday.

Latest Kent restaurant in Michelin Guide revealed

19 October 2024
Latest Kent restaurant in Michelin Guide revealed

Kent’s extensive offering of Michelin-rated restaurants continues to grow as another is rewarded with a spot in the prestigious guide.

Warning over ‘killer’ insects invading Kent

19 October 2024
Warning over ‘killer’ insects invading Kent

Experts are warning people to remain vigilant as nests of a killer insect continue to be discovered in the county.

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Teenager charged after phone shop robbery

19 October 2024
Teenager charged after phone shop robbery

Three people, including a 17-year-old, have been charged after thousands of pounds of stock was stolen from a leading High Street mobile phone shop.

Seafront search continues amid concerns for person’s welfare

19 October 2024
Seafront search continues amid concerns for person’s welfare

Emergency services are continuing their search this morning in hopes of finding a person after concerns were raised for their welfare.

Multiple flood warnings in place across Kent

19 October 2024
Multiple flood warnings in place across Kent

Several flood warnings are in place for today as the county prepares to battle with higher-than-usual tides.

Delays on A2 after crash and breakdown

19 October 2024
Delays on A2 after crash and breakdown

Traffic is building on a major route after a crash and a breakdown within minutes of each other.

Emergency road closure sparks rush-hour gridlock

18 October 2024
Emergency road closure sparks rush-hour gridlock

Commuters are facing lengthy delays this morning as a main route prone to emergency closures has shut again.

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Aldi legend celebrates 20 years at Kent store

17 October 2024
Aldi legend celebrates 20 years at Kent store

A beloved Aldi worker known for her dedicated service and community spirit is celebrating 20 years at the same store.

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