Litterers in Medway fined just shy of £7,000
Library image Most don’t need reminding that cigarette butts are still litter – and 16 more people are unlikely to forget it after being fined almost £7,000 for littering in…
Exciting Maidstone LitFest 2024 line-up revealed
The full programme for the Maidstone LitFest (5–12 October) has been announced and is bound to delight book fans, with free children’s events, writing workshops, comedy and best-selling authors. The…
CCTV helps nail fly-tippers with hefty fines in Ashford
Fly Tipping in Gilbert Road Image: Ashford Borough Council Two separate cases of fly-tipping have ended in big fines for two Ashford residents thanks to teamwork by Ashford Borough Council’s…
Blooming marvellous gardeners shine in Folkestone and Hythe district
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…
Romney Warren Nature Reserve remains open but visitor centre future is uncertain
Romney Warren Nature Reserve The Romney Warren Nature Reserve which is a 27-acre Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) is to remain open to be enjoyed whilst the long-term future…
Advice event for out of work Folkestone Sports Centre staff set up for Friday
Staff who lost their jobs when Folkestone Sports Centre closed last week are invited to a drop-in support event at the council’s Civic Centre in Castle Hill Avenue on Friday…
‘Bin-fluential’ in Folkestone and Hythe can help boost recycling rates
Folkestone and Hythe District Council is keen to improve the current recycling rate across the district and is launching a new campaign. Use your “bin-fluence” for good – is the…
Folkestone Sports Centre facing closure amid financial woes
With the fate of the Folkestone Sports Centre in the balance the district council has said it is collaborating with administrators and the landowner, the Radnor Estate, to determine the…
Council rally with LTA to serve up smashing news for Dover tennis courts
Library image: Unsplash Dover District Council is welcoming news that two tennis courts at Connaught Park in Dover are set to be refurbished with funding from the Lawn Tennis Association…
New Mayor of Ashford looks ahead to supporting local young people
Ashford Mayor Cllr Lyn Suddards with her pooch, Benji This summer saw the inauguration of the new Ashford Borough Mayor, as Beaver Ward Member Cllr Lyn Suddards begins her term…