A Time For Giving in Folkestone and Hythe
Folkestone & Hythe District Council has run this annual scheme for the last 10 years Photo: FHDC A bundle of thoughtful gifts will be shared to vulnerable children and young…
A Glowing Spectacle: Hawkinge’s Festive Tractor Run!
The night sky over Hawkinge ignited with holiday magic as a shimmering caravan of steel giants roared to life! In a dazzling display of community spirit, the annual Christmas Illuminated…
Kent Police Step Up Patrols to Safeguard Women During Festive Season
Kent Police have launched a proactive operation, Project Vigilant, to ensure women and girls can socialise safely and confidently across the county throughout the Christmas and New Year period. Officers,…
Mayor Hosts Festive Carol Concert for Folkestone Year 6 Students
Folkestone Town Mayor, Cllr Lucy McGirr, hosted her annual Christmas Carol Concert at St Mary & St Eanswythe Church, welcoming nearly 300 Year 6 students from nine local primary schools.…
Folkestone School for Girls Triumph in Prestigious Christmas Card Competition!
Winning Card by Amy Rice Image: Folkestone Town Council Get ready for some truly spectacular festive cheer! The Worshipful Town Mayor of Folkestone, Councillor Lucy McGirr, invited the super-talented students…
Shining a Light on Dover, Deal and Sandwich Celebrations!
This fantastic initiative comes as the Dover district prepares to welcome the festive season with a spectacular array of community-organized Christmas lights events. These dazzling celebrations include: DDC is making…
Get Ready to Sparkle! Folkestone’s Christmas Lights Switch-On is Coming!
Image: Pixabay Mark your calendars! It’s almost time to kick off the festive season in style, because Folkestone’s Christmas Lights Switch-On is happening on Saturday, November 22nd, 2025, and trust…
Ho Ho Ho! Folkestone’s Christmas Fund is Back for 2025!
Ho ho ho! It’s that wonderful time of year again! The Town Mayor’s Christmas Fund is here to bring a little extra holiday cheer to Folkestone residents. For more than…
Chop Chop! Over £1,000 raised for Whitstable RNLI from Christmas tree chipping!
Christmas tree chipping raises £1,114 at Whitstable RNLI Photo: Chris Davey Despite the frosty morning, Whitstable RNLI volunteers welcomed a steady stream of festive fir trees to their station on…
Whitstable RNLI and supporters brave the chill for Boxing Day Dip!
Hardy Whitstable RNLI supporters who braved the chilly water for the Boxing Day dip RNLI Photo: Chris Davey Lifesavers and supporters plunged into the freezing Whitstable waters on Boxing Day…