Community Grants Scheme in Dover is back
Local community groups looking for vital funding are encouraged to apply to Dover District Council’s Community Grants Scheme. Building on the success of previous years’ schemes, the Council has increased…
Historic orchard restoration in Dover is latest phase in Lottery funding of £3.1 million project
An historic orchard is being restored at Russell Gardens in Dover in the latest phase of the Lottery funded restoration of Thomas Mawson’s c.1900 design for Kearsney Court gardens. A…
Dazzling Ashford designer sets out to help fellow debilitating disease sufferers
Photo above: Laura Brackenborough shows off a t-shirt and totebag An Ashford woman who suffers from a rare debilitating condition has come up with a unique line of clothing and…
How will Ben run and walk from Land’s End to John O’Groats without leaving Kent?
A Folkestone dad is hoping to raise hundreds of pounds for NHS heroes by completing a virtual run/walk from Land’s End to John O’Groats. Ben Sackett, from Folkestone, pictured above,…
Thanet cop’s Hats for the Homeless tops 70
PCSO Brandon Greenleaf with Ramsgate Town Council’s Maxine Morgan A Kent Police Community Support Officer’s idea to call on the kind-hearted knitters of Thanet during lockdown has resulted in a…
Hawkinge Museum boss helps Capel-le-Ferne Memorial save a packet after winter storms
Replica Battle of Britain fighters damaged by winter storms have been repaired free of charge, thanks to generous support from a local business and a conversation many years ago between…
Dover Lottery boost for local charities and communities
Local good causes across the Dover district have raised £68,000 over the past two years thanks to players of the Dover District Lottery. The Lottery was launched by Dover District…
Folkestone Sue joins roll of honour including the Pope and Prince Charles
On behalf of Citizens Advice Shepway Chief Officer Sue Day has been recognized by the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International with the award of a Paul Harris fellowship. The presentation,…
Record-breaking year for Walmer RNLI near Dover
Helmets and lifejackets drying. Photo: Christopher Winslade Lifeboat Press Officer, Walmer Lifeboat Station Despite the coronavirus pandemic and lockdown restrictions 2020 proved to be a record-breaking year for volunteers at…
‘Scramble’ at Folkestone Battle of Britain Memorial puts smiles on local faces
Battle of Britain Memorial site manager Jules Gomez Photo: Battle of Britain Memorial A top Kent visitor attraction forced to close because of the Covid-19 lockdown has taken the opportunity…