Hawkinge Gazette

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Aggravated burglary at Eastwell Manor Spa Hotel near Ashford

Kent Police is appealing for witnesses after a report of an aggravated burglary at Eastwell Manor Hotel at around 2am on Monday 16 July 2018.
Ashford brings in civil penalties of up to £30,000 to clamp down on rogue landlords

Rogue landlords who ignore their legal responsibilities towards tenants face the prospect of paying heavy civil penalties after Ashford Borough Council voted to adopt new powers.
Kent schools' debating talents impress judges

Pupils from schools in Ashford, Sittingbourne, Meopham and Whitstable met up at the North School in Ashford to gain confidence and learn new skills at their inaugural debating competition.
Kittens rescued but snakes perish as kitchen fire engulfs ground floor of Ramsgate house

A blaze in the early hours of this morning saw the ground floor of a house in Ramsgate destroyed and the first floor badly smoke damaged
Whitstable Oyster Festival returns for a weekend of fun

This year’s Whitstable Oyster Festival will be held on the weekend of 21 and 22 July, bringing more family fun, heritage-inspired happenings and memorable moments.
Driver who crushed man three times with truck in Herne Bay before driving off laughing is jailed for 15 years

A driver who crushed a man three times with his truck and drove away laughing has been jailed for 15 years.
Former FA coach with Arsenal, West Ham and Chelsea takes on Assistant Manager role at Hawkinge Town

Dominic Castle and Damian Able

By Rob Lawford
Hawkinge Town is delighted to announce the appointment of Damian Abel as Player Manager, after the team were promoted to the Kent County Football League Premier Division.
Colonel Stephen's railway enthusiasts gather in Tenterden

By Dana Wiffen

This was the last day of the 2018 Colonel Stephen's Members Weekend where dozens of railway enthusiasts gather each year to celebrate his achievements across the country.