Rural cops recover scores of stolen goods
A quad bike, dozens of hedge trimmers and other stolen tools have been recovered by rural officers in Dartford. Work was already underway to find the stolen quad bike that…
Kent Rural Police investigate Tawny Owl ‘catapult’ death
Police are keen to speak to these men Kent Police’s Rural Task Force is investigating the suspected killing of a tawny owl in Upchurch. The incident is believed to have…
‘Government’s feet held to fire’ after challenges faced by Kent farming and rural businesses
With the summer months topping 40C and field fires breaking out with alarming regularity, the heat was certainly on farming and rural businesses in 2022. But it was not the…
Romney Marsh Community Hub boss moves on to pastures new
The Romney Marsh Community Hub, which is based on Rolfe Lane New Romney, has announced that its Chief Executive, Jon Wilson, is to step down from his role in March…
Rural and Wildlife crime has large impact yet goes largely unreported
Rural and Wildlife crime often goes unreported say Police. It is thought part of the issue is that these crimes are largely unknown when compared to other commonly known crimes.…
Top tips to scupper rural criminals at Christmas
With dark nights upon us, rural areas can provide rich pickings for criminals – so here are some top tips to help protect homes and property. While the cost of…
Alleged poaching – with dogs flushing rabbits from reeds – witnessed by Rural Task Force
Kent Police has reported that October was a very busy month for the Rural Task Force due largely to the increased number of poaching reports, which continue to be a…
Canterbury village fly-tipper handed suspended prison sentence
The rubbish dumped at Woolage Green A man who dumped a large pile of waste near the village of Woolage Green pleaded guilty to the offence in court and was…
Sunak Government must help Kent farmers and rural businesses
With Rishi Sunak confirmed as the new Prime Minister, the Country Land and Business Association (CLA) has renewed its calls for the Government to commit to a proper plan to…