130 jobs to be created as Ashford prepares to run Border Control Post
Around 130 jobs are set to be created as Ashford prepares to run the Border Control Post at Sevington; part of £14m Defra support for local councils. Ashford Borough Council…
Folkestone land owner who allowed site to be used for fly-tipping facing £3,000 bill
Bradstone Avenue site used for fly tipping Photo: Folkestone and Hythe District Council A landowner who allowed his property to be used as a fly-tipping site is facing a bill…
Government extends consultation period on Dover Border Facility proposals
Rachel Maclean, Minister at the Department for Transport (pictured 2nd left), has confirmed that the engagement period for the proposed Border Facility development at the White Cliffs site has been…
£1,200 in fines issued after builder’s waste is dumped in Chartham
Last November, this pile of builder’s waste was dumped in Pennypot Lane, Chartham – a disgraceful act in a beautiful part of the district. Canterbury City Council enforcement officers were…
Canterbury wades in to protect residents from flooding
Flood barrier in South Barham Road Photo: Canterbury City Council With the Nailbourne starting to flow in Barham and persistent heavy rain a major feature of the weather this week,…
Have your say on Dover Local Plan
People in Dover will have their opportunity to have a say on the future their district. About Get Involved Local Plan Where I Live Submit A Site Vision and Objectives…
Dover international soccer player’s name lives on at Folkestone Road homes
Ottaway House in Folkestone Road, Dover named after Cuthbert Ottaway As part of Dover District Council’s commitment to provide more affordable housing across thec ouncil has today taken ownership of…
Stun gun and drugs seized during investigation linked to illegal trade of puppies
Three people have been arrested after drugs and a stun gun device were seized as part of an investigation into the alleged illegal breeding and sale of puppies in west…
Folkestone car park to be used as vaccination centre
The Civic Centre site in Folkestone is due to be used as a vaccination centre against COVID. Residents will be invited to get the vaccine when it is their turn…
Sandgate Library: STILL at your service
Photo by Adam Winger on Unsplash Despite the national lockdown, Sandgate Library continues to offer a limited book “Select and Collect” pick up service. Folkestone, Cheriton & Wood Avenue Libraries…