Maidstone Borough Council is empowering local households to take charge of the weather by handing out free, high-quality rainwater harvesting kits to residents in flood-prone zones. If you live in…
Photo by Fablegros Pixabay Vespa velutina Residents are on high alert after recent sightings of the invasive Asian hornet, an aggressive predator that poses a significant threat to local bee…
A Matfield man has been charged in connection with a series of suspected distraction burglaries targeting elderly residents in Pembury. The 55-year-old, faces three counts of burglary with intent to…
Red Admiral – Image: SCOPIX No Mow May has arrived and with it an excuse to put the mower away and put your feet up instead. The annual campaign from…
Edward Smith’s back garden in Whitfield Photo: Dover District Council Green-fingered council tenants have been commended for transforming their gardens into beautiful green spaces. The annual garden competition, run by…
Best front garden winner – Florence Dray of Dymchurch Blooming marvellous council tenants and leaseholders have been recognised for their outstanding efforts at the annual gardening competition. Despite challenging weather…
Blossoming Success: Hadlow College Wins Bronze at RHS Chelsea Flower Show ::: Kent’s only rural and land-based college shone at what is often called ‘the greatest flower show on earth’,…
Community groups supporting local people with the cost of living are being encouraged to apply to Dover District Council’s Cost of Living Community Impact Fund. The grant scheme, which launched…
Image: Caz Austen The Woodland Trust is urging gardeners not to buy rhododendron ponticum this spring, as it looks to stem the threat of deadly tree disease and protect our…
Library image — Residents looking to dispose of their grass cuttings, leaves and perished flowers can now apply for or renew the garden waste service. Signups for fortnightly household collections…
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