The ancient West Blean Wood near Herne Bay suffered a disastrous wildfire on Tuesday when a blaze suddenly erupted, threatening to consume the protected habitat. The incident, first reported at…
Flooding Folkestone & Hythe District Council has joined a growing wave of local authorities demanding real change from central government, throwing its vital support behind the Climate and Nature Bill…
Folkestone is blooming! Work is officially underway on the exciting “Folkestone – A Brighter Future” project, and the town is about to get a whole lot greener and wildlife-friendlier! The…
Rural Task Force officers responded swiftly to a report of suspected poaching activity in Woolage Village on the evening of Tuesday 23 September 2025. At 9.47pm, a member of the…
Library image Ashford Borough Council has just launched Dwell, the latest eye-catching public art at Conningbrook Lakes! Sculptor Tim Norris created this unique, multi-functional piece that doubles as both a…
It turns out that a good year for humans wasn’t necessarily a good year for butterflies. After the UK’s hottest summer on record, we’ve got the results of the annual…
Library image Aug 2025-SCOPIX – The people have spoken, and their voices have been heard! In a resounding victory for the community and local conservation, all development plans for the…
Photo by Fablegros Pixabay Vespa velutina Residents are on high alert after recent sightings of the invasive Asian hornet, an aggressive predator that poses a significant threat to local bee…
With a week under their belts, Hampshire is absolutely flying out of the starting blocks, clocking up an impressive 2,316 counts! Their lead is holding firm, but Devon is hot…
Great news for nature lovers and foodies alike! The Romney Marsh Visitor Centre is spreading its wings under new management and will soon reopen as The Nest. Folkestone & Hythe…
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