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Warning of bogus 'Overseas Officers' in Kent conning students and visitors

Fraudsters are contacting overseas students and visitors in the UK via their mobile phone or social network account and purporting to represent UK or foreign law enforcement according to Neighbourhood Watch in Kent.
Witness appeal following Herne Bay assault which left victim hospitalised in London

Kent Police is appealing for witnesses after a report of an assault in Grange Road, Herne Bay.
Hawkinge beauty therapist nails it again with Gold Award

Jade with her Gold Award

Hawkinge business owner Jade Barber of Mistys Nails and Beauty has gained a prestigious Gold award.
Procession of monks in Folkestone 880 years ago to be commemorated

This year's Patronal Festival Arts 880 takes place at the Parish Church of St Mary and Eanswythe Folkestone between 5 and 16 September 2018 to commemorate 880 years since monks processed through the town.
Maritime Marvel returning to Dover

Photo: Port of Dover

Now in its sixth year and with a focus on our wonderful maritime heritage in Dover, this years' free family fun-packed, port of Dover Community Regatta on Sunday 26 August is going to be the best yet.
Dog walker treated in hospital after unknown substance sprayed during attempted dog theft near Maidstone

Kent Police is urging dog owners to be vigilant after a report of an attempted theft of a dog in Boughton Monchelsea, near Maidstone today, 19 August.
Man's body discovered in woodland near Ashford village

The body of a man has been found in woodland near Smarden.
Kent railway and gardening enthusiasts may wish to consider a visit to Bressingham near to Diss in Norfolk

The train on its way back through the gardens Photo: Dana Wiffen

By Dana Wiffen
Bressingham is a Gardeners and a Railway Enthusiasts Paradise all rolled into one, if your ever visit Norfolk this is a place you should not miss.