Kent and Medway housing experts support campaign for social housing rights
A group of housing experts in Kent and Medway is backing a Government campaign that aims to empower social housing residents to speak up and get their issues resolved. The…
No gas, no problem: You could save on energy bills in NE Kent
If you live in Thanet and don’t have gas in your home, you may be eligible for a Home Upgrade Grant (HUG) that can help you save money on your…
Barming kids have a blast at revamped Maidstone playgrounds!
Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) has given two playgrounds in Barming, Maidstone a makeover, adding new and exciting equipment for the young ones. At Freshland Road Play Area, kids can enjoy…
Canterbury crackdown on waste crime and graffiti hits the pocket
Starting from next year, Canterbury residents who are caught dumping rubbish, leaving litter, painting graffiti or handing over their household waste to unlicensed operators will face steeper penalties. The city…
Welcoming ‘Warm Spaces’ in Ashford as winter bites
Winter bites Ashford Borough Council has announced that four of its Dahlia independent living schemes have been designated as Warm Spaces this winter to provide a welcoming and comfortable environment…
No tree left bare for hundreds of vulnerable children across Folkestone and Hythe
FHDC staff receiving gift vouchers from The Channel Rotary Club President Derek Harris Hundreds of vulnerable children and young people in Folkestone and Hythe district will be receiving a loving…
Eurostar petition to bring back services to Ashford gains over 40,000 signatures
More than 40,000 people have signed a petition calling for the return of Eurostar services. They join a growing number of voices from across the county and beyond expressing their…
135 new riverside homes in Dover given green light
Redevelopment plans for 135 homes on the remainder of the former Buckland paper mill site in Dover have been approved by Dover District Council. The plans were submitted by Homes…
Folkestone pupils create Christmas recycling wishes into art
Four of The Beacon School designer’s with Folkestone & Hythe District Council Leader Cllr Jim Martin Photo: FHDC Folkestone pupils have risen to the challenge of creating Christmas greetings with…
Home Office called to be more open over migrant centre near Ramsgate
Part of the Manston site The Leader of Thanet District Council, Cllr Rick Everitt, has called for the Home Office to be open with the public over its plans for…