All set for annual historic civic Folkestone Town Sunday Service
The Churchyard Cross built in 1897 This year’s Town Sunday Service will be held in the Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe on Sunday 2 July at 10:30am.…
Man charged following serious assault in Chatham
A 35-year-old man from Chatham, has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent following a serious assault in the town’s High Street, on Thursday 22 June 2023. The incident…
Folkestone and Hythe MP ‘delighted’ to receive gong
Constituency matters… a weekly column by the Member of Parliament for Folkestone and Hythe, Damian Collins 27 June 2023 Economy High inflation is affecting countries around the world, but that…
Right Royal theme for roads in Aylesham
Aylesham – Image DDC – Two new roads in Aylesham have been given a Right Royal treatment and bestowed regally themed names. Coronation Close and Windsor Way will form part…
Police urge dog owners to keep their animals under control
Dog owners are being reminded of their responsibilities following recent dog-related incidents in the county and a predicted rise with the summer months upon us. It is against the law…
Police in Whitstable seize large quantity of drugs
A suspected drug dealer has appeared in court following arrests by proactive patrols in Whitstable. On Thursday 8 June 2023, officers detained a 23-year-old man in Windmill Road and seized…
Eight-year jail term for paedophile who attempted to abuse child in Kent
Maidstone Crown Court A paedophile has been jailed after his attempt to abuse a young boy in Dartford was thwarted by police. On Friday 30 September 2022, Anthony Finnis travelled…
Armed police arrive following Herne Bay beach assaults
Library image A man has been arrested following a disturbance on a Herne Bay beach. Kent Police were called to the beach near St George’s Terrace, following a report two…
Glorious day for Folkestone fisherfolks’ Blessing of the Fisheries
Local people and visitors watch the ceremony as fishing boats bob in the harbour Photo: Ray Duff Story and photos by Ray Duff – It was a glorious day for…
Pair arrested after man seriously injured in Faversham
Detectives are appealing for information after a man was found with serious injuries in Faversham. Kent Police was called at 2.56am on Sunday 25 June 2023 after a man in…