Home   Categories   Grid

‘Unacceptable’ waiting times sees council’s social care ranked as ‘requires improvement’

‘Unacceptable’ waiting times sees council’s social care ranked as ‘requires improvement’

10 January 2025

A local authority says it has a plan to tackle problems with its adult social care services highlighted in a health watchdog report.

Dad pleads for return of ‘70s must-have’ stolen bike heirloom

Dad pleads for return of ‘70s must-have’ stolen bike heirloom

10 January 2025

A dad who spent 20 years restoring the iconic Ghostbusters’ car is pleading for the return of a much-loved family heirloom bike stolen from a lock-up.

3

Long-running fitness club snapped up by Mike Ashley-backed Frasers

Long-running fitness club snapped up by Mike Ashley-backed Frasers

10 January 2025

A major health club, put on the market with a £3million price tag last year, has been bought by a company with links to the millionaire businessman.

1

Plans to open pizza takeaway to ‘enhance’ high street

Plans to open pizza takeaway to ‘enhance’ high street

10 January 2025

Developers behind plans to transform a run-down former newsagents into a new food takeaway business believe it will deliver “significant benefits”.

3

Care service in special measures after ‘inadequate’ rating

Care service in special measures after ‘inadequate’ rating

10 January 2025

A care service is starting the year in special measures after issues with medicine records and training were among problems identified by inspectors.

Missing couple found after five-day search

Missing couple found after five-day search

09 January 2025

A missing couple have been safely located following several police appeals.

Emergency services descend on cul-de-sac behind pub to assist ‘officers engaged in an arrest’

Emergency services descend on cul-de-sac behind pub to assist ‘officers engaged in an arrest’

09 January 2025

A large emergency services presence was spotted near a town railway station following an incident which saw Kent Police called to assist the Met.

5 art exhibitions to visit this year

5 art exhibitions to visit this year

09 January 2025

From Steve McQueen’s photography collection to a hotly-anticipated triennial, these are the must-see art exhibitions coming to Kent.

Bridge over M2 to close for five weeks

Bridge over M2 to close for five weeks

08 January 2025

A crossing over a section of motorway is set to be shut for repairs by National Highway.

Cost to improve second worst A-road in Kent rises by £50m

Cost to improve second worst A-road in Kent rises by £50m

08 January 2025

The cost of improvements to a busy stretch of highway has rocketed by a “ridiculous” £50m in just a few years.

10

Jack Dee to visit Kent on stand-up tour

Jack Dee to visit Kent on stand-up tour

08 January 2025

The sarcastic stand-up comedian is bringing his new show, Small World, to five theatres in the county this year.

2

New CCTV released as concern for missing couple grows

New CCTV released as concern for missing couple grows

07 January 2025

A new CCTV image of a missing couple’s last-known movements has been released as concern grows for their welfare.

Expanded School Streets ‘endanger children more’ claim opponents

Expanded School Streets ‘endanger children more’ claim opponents

07 January 2025

People living near places expected to be part of a parking scheme claim it could endanger their children.

Delays after two major roads close for emergency works

Delays after two major roads close for emergency works

07 January 2025

Emergency works along two main roads are causing long delays for drivers in a town centre.

Tributes to ‘highly respected’ coach boss who turned £70 minibus into multi-million pound company

Tributes to ‘highly respected’ coach boss who turned £70 minibus into multi-million pound company

07 January 2025

The founder of a highly successful Kent coach company has died aged 80.

5

Trespasser on tracks causes train delays

Trespasser on tracks causes train delays

07 January 2025

There are delays on a railway line due to reports of a trespasser on the tracks.

Two taken to hospital after robbery bid sparks high-speed chase

Two taken to hospital after robbery bid sparks high-speed chase

07 January 2025

Four people have been charged with attempted robbery following a high-speed chase involving a police helicopter.

Search to find missing couple last seen together in high street

Search to find missing couple last seen together in high street

07 January 2025

Residents are being urged to check for relevant CCTV footage as concerns grows for a missing couple, aged 31 and 26.

Jilted lover ‘relentlessly’ hounded ex on Snapchat and ‘shouted obscenities through doorbell camera’

Jilted lover ‘relentlessly’ hounded ex on Snapchat and ‘shouted obscenities through doorbell camera’

07 January 2025

A spurned lover bombarded his former boyfriend and new girlfriend on social media and stalked his ex at his home after learning of their relationship.

18

Mum gives birth to son on Christmas Day - exactly 37 years after she was born

Mum gives birth to son on Christmas Day - exactly 37 years after she was born

07 January 2025

A mum has given birth to her second child in what she calls the “best birthday and Christmas present” she could receive.

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