Photo: Folkestone Town Council Solemn quiet fell over the clifftops of Folkestone on Tuesday as residents, veterans, civic leaders, and youth cadets gathered at the RAF War Memorial on The…
By Brian Wimsett: It seems that money is being collected for a new village hall in Alkham. Surely this proposition, if this is really being planned, be put to the…
Hawkinge Town Council, in partnership with the Kent County Council (KCC) Highways Improvement Team, has been reviewing the town’s Highways Improvement Plan. Following a detailed feasibility study, KCC Highways has…
Government ministers have decided Kent and Medway will be served by four completely new councils from April 2028. In the biggest shake up of local authority arrangements in 50 years,…
Photo: Ray Duff – Grace Hill building Folkestone Town Council has secured unanimous support from local district councillors to revitalise the landmark Grace Hill building following its official acquisition earlier…
The historic Maison Dieu in Dover is set to become the focal point for maritime history enthusiasts this summer as it hosts a major academic conference exploring the rich heritage…
Churchyard Cross Folkestone is gearing up to celebrate its rich civic heritage this month with the annual Town Sunday Service, scheduled to take place at the Parish Church of St…
Folkestone paid tribute on 6th June to the courage and sacrifice of Allied forces who took part in the D-Day landings, with a dignified commemorative service held at the Garden…
The commemoration at the Harvey statue Words and Photos By Ray Duff Civic dignitaries, local residents, and historians gathered in Folkestone on Sunday to pay tribute to the life, legacy,…
The Library Entrance at 2 Grace Hill in Folkestone – Photo: Ray Duff Folkestone Town Council (FTC) is pleased to announce that, following positive and constructive negotiations with Kent County…
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