Heroic Sophie saves life of woman choking on sandwich
A Police Community Support Officer who saved a choking woman’s life has received an award from the Royal Humane Society. PCSO Sophie Lusher of the Tunbridge Wells Community Safety Unit…
Canterbury’s ‘Local Heroes’ celebrated at the Lord Mayor’s Awards
Three unsung heroes have been presented with Lord Mayor’s Awards to recognise the brilliant work they do to help others. The award celebrates community heroes living in Canterbury, Herne Bay,…
Kent and Essex Police major crime investigator is recognised in King’s New Year’s Honours
Kevin Macey A highly experienced investigator from the joint Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate, Kevin Macey, whose career spans more than 47 years has been recognised in the King’s…
Celebrations as 59 Dover community groups receive over £86,000
Community groups in Dover district are being given a key funding boost to help local people with the cost of living – with the announcement of more than £86,000 being…
Gravesend lecturer’s painting and decorating talents impress and inspire others
A Gravesend based lecturer has been named as runner-up in a prestigious national award for their work inspiring the next generation of professional painters and decorators. North Kent College’s Painting…
Inspiring Tunbridge Wells student wins award against all the odds
Xaida Tablazon – Award winning student A Tunbridge Wells student who overcame a number of challenges to gain a Diploma has won an award recognising her outstanding commitment in the…
Bravery and professionalism recognised at west Kent Police awards
Police officers, including those who helped to locate a missing man and then provided vital first aid, have been presented with awards for their contribution to policing and their communities…
KCC wins national award for bee-friendly strategy
Kent County Council (KCC) has been named a Bees’ Needs Champion by the government for its exceptional work in supporting pollinators. The award recognises the council’s Plan Bee, a pollinator…
Dover Junior Police Cadet clocks up 50 hours of volunteering
A Kent Volunteer Junior Police Cadet has volunteered an astonishing 50 hours of his time in helping his local community. Charles Fisher of the Dover Unit was presented with a…
Dover parks fly high with Green Flag Award for third time
Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens in Dover have won the Green Flag Award, the international quality mark for parks and green spaces, for the third consecutive year. The award recognises…