Hawkinge Gazette

Two men forfeit £10,000 seized at Channel Tunnel terminal in Folkestone

Two Dutch citizens who attempted to leave the UK with £10,000 cash have forfeited the money following a court hearing in Folkestone.
Kent parents warned - Don't be fooled and let your kid become a money mule!

Parents and guardians are being asked to help raise awareness among young people of the dangers of becoming ‘money mules’.
History on your doorstep - FREE Folkestone Heritage Day tours at Napoleonic Shorncliffe Redoubt

Photo: The Shorncliffe Trust

The Shorncliffe Trust is taking part in this year’s Heritage Open Days Event, hosting Free guided tours from the Shorncliffe Redoubt on Sunday, 22nd September.
Kent and Canterbury hospital will see new operating theatres and more beds as part of NHS pilot scheme

East Kent Hospitals is investing in new operating theatres and further dedicated beds at Kent and Canterbury Hospital to treat more patients needing orthopaedic care, such as hip and knee operations, sooner.
A Night to Shine supporting Pilgrims Hospices’ in Ashford, Broadstairs and Canterbury

Hundreds of people are expected join the annual ‘A Night to Shine’ event this September to raise vital funds for local hospice care.
Maidstone residents alert over scam in Maidstone involving bogus Metropolitan Police officers

Residents are reminded to be vigilant over doorstep callers following a potential scam in Maidstone involving bogus police officers.
Gravelly Bottom Road blaze near Maidstone investigated by Kent Police and KFRS

Kent Police and Kent Fire and Rescue Service Officers are investigating a fire at commercial premises at Kingswood near Maidstone.
KCC backs removal of peak time restrictions to the Disabled Person's Bus Pass in Kent

KCC County Hall in Maidstone

Kent County Council has voted to support the removal of peak time restrictions to the Disabled Person's Bus Pass in Kent.
Woman motorcyclist flown to hospital following serious crash on M26 in Kent

A motorcyclist was airlifted to a London hospital following the collision, which happened on Thursday 12 September 2019.