Local Heroes rewarded Folkestone erupted in joy as Mayor Abena Akuffo-Kelly showered praise and gratitude upon the town’s most dedicated and delighted residents at the annual Town Mayor’s Community Awards!…
Library image Magistrates have fined nine people more than £5,000 for littering in Medway after they failed to pay fixed penalty charges. In total, nine people were ordered to pay…
This year there were almost 200 children from 7 local schools attending the St Mary and St Eanswythe Church to take part in Cllr Abena Akuffo-Kelly’s Christmas Concert, led by…
Photo: Mark Hourahane Folkestone paid tribute to those lost in war with three poignant Remembrance Services held throughout November. The first service, a solemn dedication of the Garden of Remembrance,…
Local residents facing financial hardship can now access much-needed support thanks to a new fund. The Household Support Fund, provided by the government, is being distributed by Folkestone & Hythe…
The Lord Warden visits Folkestone Museum Photo: Folkestone Town Council Following the installation of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports, Admiral Sir George Zambellas GCB DSC ADC DL, on…
Kent Police launched an investigation after a 16-year-old boy was found heavily intoxicated in Dover in August 2024 and required medical attention. Subsequent inquiries revealed that the boy had bought…
Library image Since 1974 applications have been welcomed each year around this time from residents of Folkestone to apply to the Town Mayor of Folkestone’s Christmas Fund for assistance with…
Folkestone Library image The Town Mayor of Folkestone, Councillor Abena Akuffo-Kelly, is thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for the Town Mayor’s Community Awards! This annual event is a…
Library image Each year during November, Folkestone remembers those who lost their lives in War with a series of Civic events SUNDAY 3RD NOVEMBER 2.00pm Dedication of the Garden of…
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