Dover District Council facing ‘bankruptcy’ if planned Government cuts go ahead
DDC has issued a stark warning that the cost of continuing to provide current port health services would be £2.8m or 33% of all DDC Council Tax income in 2024/25,…
Big Brother is watching you! ANPR cameras on trial in Folkestone car park
Users of the Sandgate Road car park in Folkestone will pay at the end of their stay as part of a 12-month trial say Folkestone and Hythe Council Automatic Number…
Hefty bill of hundreds of pounds handed householder over fly-tipping next to Ashford school!
Rubbish dumped outside The Norton Knatchbull School Photo ABC Investigating a large fly-tip behind The Norton Knatchbull School ended with an Ashford house owner being issued with a £400 Fixed…
‘Landslip’ closes Road of Remembrance in Folkestone for public safety!
Folkestone’s Road of Remembrance is staying shut to allow the damage caused by Saturday’s landslip to be fully investigated. Engineers from Kent County Council (KCC) and Folkestone & Hythe District…
Spotlight on Thanet museums backed by Arts Council
Margate Old Town Image: Hawkinge Gazette The council is developing a strategy for the future of its museums in partnership with specialist team Haley Sharpe Design made possible with support…
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,…
Chinese Lions to prowl the town at 2024 Lunar celebrations in Maidstone
You’ll be assured of an enthusiastic welcome at the upcoming Lunar New Year 2024 celebrations in Maidstone when the town will be buzzing with excitement as the Chinese Lions awaken…
Around 1,000 homeowners in Folkestone and Hythe set to be hammered by second homes tax
Folkestone harbour Folkestone & Hythe District Council has approved the introduction of a new tax on second homes in the area which will be levied on properties that are only…
Malcolm’s hopes of by-election win would see first Green councillor on Romney Marsh
Malcolm Watkinson Shepway Green Party has announced long-time local resident and business owner Malcolm Watkinson as its candidate for February’s Romney Marsh by-election, when it looks to continue a run…
Hitting the Jackpot for good causes in Dover
Celebrating its fifth birthday in 2024, the Dover Lotto has raised £205,581 for local charities and community groups across the district. Since it was launched by Dover District Council (DDC)…