Canterbury cops swoop on suspected graffiti blighters
A prompt response by patrols coupled with assistance from council CCTV operatives led to the arrest of two men on suspicion of criminal damage in Canterbury. Kent Police was called…
Maison Dieu treasures taken from 800-year-old Town Hall in Dover
A unique collection of paintings, military colours, and artefacts, including arms and armour from the Royal Armouries has been expertly removed from the Maison Dieu for conservation ahead of the…
What’s happening to ‘Jock’s Pitch’ in Folkestone?
Residents and organisations in Folkestone are to be asked their views about the future use of the town’s East Cliff open space known as ‘Jock’s Pitch’. Folkestone & Hythe District…
Dover Maison Dieu Christmas – It’s Going to be a Cracker!
Discover how Yuletide has been celebrated at Dover’s Maison Dieu (Dover Town Hall) in years gone by on Saturday, 4 December from 12 noon to 4pm as part of a…
New scheme hopes to harness skills of Kent’s volunteers
Beth Peal, Chief Executive of the Ashford Volunteer Centre An enthusiastic army of dedicated volunteers mobilised across Kent during the pandemic to help their local communities. Generously giving their time…
Dover helps long-term unemployed back into work
DDC Chairman, Cllr Mike Conolly, launches the Aquire employment programme with Leader of the Council, Cllr Trevor Bartlett Dover District Council (DDC) has launched a new employment support hub designed…
Keeping women safe on FREE ‘Angel Express’ bus service in Dover
Photo: Dover District Council A new free evening bus service is being piloted to help keep local women safe as they enjoy fun and festive evenings out in the run…
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee tree planting given go ahead across Folkestone and Hythe
Photo shows the Golden Jubilee plaque at Cheriton Recreation Ground, the site of the Platinum Jubilee avenue of trees. A flurry of tree planting will take place across the district…
£20 worth of groceries for £4 in Ashford helps ease food poverty
Based at the Repton Connect Community Centre in Ashford, a Community Shop to help ease food poverty in the town will be opening its doors today, Friday 26th November. The…
Dover hands over £120,000 to 101 community groups in Grants Scheme
Leader, Cllr Trevor Bartlett, and Deputy Leader, Cllr Oliver Richardson of DDC, accompanied by Community Officer Marvin Fishley, present a community grant cheque to David Rance, Chairman of Snowdown Colliery…