Home Dartford

Dartford

Report says NHS Trust has improved

A year after a hospital trust was told to improve it has received a 'Good' rating from the CQC.

Kent Travel News

NewslettersSubscribe to our newsletters

GCSE Results Day 2019

Teenagers from across the county are heading into school today to pick up their GCSE results - here's how they did.

Tot died after choking on a snack

A toddler who died after choking on a cocktail sausage arrived at hospital with breathing tubes in the wrong place, an inquest heard.

Police issue third appeal for missing teen

Police have issued a third appeal for information about a missing teenager.

'You are a dangerous young man'

A smirking bully, who put an ex-lover through a vile eight-year campaign of harassment, has been given an extended jail sentence.

Police chase through town

A 21-year-old man has been arrested on multiple offences after allegedly failing to stop.

What's on across Kent this bumper bank holiday weekend

From family days out watching jousting to live music, outdoor fun and even an ice cream festival, here's what's on this bank holiday weekend.

KMTickets

Check out this year’s best shows and ticket deals for the West End!

Traffic held on A2

Traffic is being held after a collision on the A2 has blocked both lanes.

Police car and ambulance combined

The first purpose-built Joint Response Unit vehicle is now on the road, with two more districts being added to the areas covered.

Chat with Love Island stars

The runners-up of a popular reality TV show are hosting a meet and greet session.

Missing teen found

Police searching for a teenager have confirmed he has been found.

Car clamped by scammers

A man had to fork out £80 after his car was illegally clamped near a hospital.

'What's a life worth?'

The parents of a watchmaker’s assistant, who was killed by a lorry driver, have remembered their son as a “gentle giant”.

Read all news

Buy a photo from Dartford Messenger

Hops ‘n’ Harvest Festival tickets to be won

P&O Ferries - Enter this month’s competition and experience a P&O Ferries sailing with a real difference!

Sport

Darts bosses feeling the pressure

Dartford’s two games over the Bank Holiday weekend could make or break the futures of joint-managers Adam Flanagan and Jamie Coyle.

Sign me up for news alerts

Walker: We need to put it right

Kent Cricket head coach Matt Walker says Surrey T20 game comes at just the right time after batting collapse against Essex.

Milne injury blow for Kent

New Zealand fast bowler Adam Milne is to miss the rest of Kent's Vitality Blast T20 campaign.

Billings: A remarkable day

Kent skipper Sam Billings reflects on an extraordinary day's championship cricket against Essex at Canterbury.

Kent Cricket's worst performance for 149 years

Patient Vint recalled by Darts

Kent Cricket League round-up

All Sport news

Local Kent news

Set your location on our Where I Live page

KentJobs

Latest unemployment figures revealed

The number of people claiming unemployment benefits has increased every month for the past year.

Dole queues lengthen again in Kent

Jobs up for grabs at Aldi

Dole queues lengthen again in Kent

Read all KentJobs news

KHR - Recruitment Specialists: Developer - Payment Terminal Application (Android)
Up to £50000 per annum + neg + bonus package: KHR - Recruitment Specialists: Requiring an experienced Developer with an extensive background in developing payment terminal applications, Android platform. Maidstone, Kent ...

Arun Estates: Branch Manager - Staplehurst
Basic Salary £28,000 - £30,000 (OTE £50,000) + Car or Car Allowance: Arun Estates: Ready for your first or next step in Estate Agency management? Feel restricted in your current role and ready for the opportunity to progress? Staplehurst, Tonbridge ...

KHR - Recruitment Specialists: Electronic Design Engineer
Bonus + Benefits: KHR - Recruitment Specialists: We are currently working with a leading global manufacturer of specialist equipment based in Swanley. Kent, Swanley ...

EKC Group.: Chief Information Officer
A fixed point within the range of £80,000- £90,000 per annum: EKC Group.: Are you a dynamic, experienced and skilled technology and data expert? Group Wide ...

Arun Estates: Floating Branch Manager - Medway Area
Basic Salary £28,000 (OTE £45,000 - £50,000) + Car or Car Allowance : Arun Estates: Do it with passion or not at all, that’s our motto at Ward & Partners….come and join the Best in Class! Medway Area ...