Folkestone and Hythe MP concern over anti-vaccine disinformation on social media
Constituency matters… a weekly column by the Member of Parliament for Folkestone and Hythe, Damian Collins. On Tuesday 8 December the NHS carried out the first vaccinations in the world…
Thanet homelessness project ‘recognised at national level’
The Thanet RISE team, based at Thanet District Council, has been highly commended in the category ‘Homelessness project of the year’ at the prestigious UK Housing Awards 2020. Hosted virtually…
Canterbury driver jailed following fatal collision with motorbike near Hawkinge
A motorist who collided with a motorcycle while overtaking, causing its rider fatal injuries, has been jailed. Arber Rama was driving along Canterbury Road in Densole, near Folkestone, at around…
Over 100 charges issued by Kent Chief Constable’s Crime Squad in November
More than 100 charges were authorised against suspects investigated by the Chief Constable’s Crime Squad in November. The county-wide team of detectives and police constables, who primarily investigate burglary and…
Lorry driver charged with attempting to smuggle migrants including alleged child sex offender in Dover
Nine migrants were discovered in the rear of his HGV, which was booked onto a ferry to France A Romanian lorry driver has been charged with attempting to smuggle migrants…
Grimm Tales at Quarterhouse in Folkestone
Words and Photos by Ray Duff A new project was launched for Christmas by Creative Folkestone on Friday evening as a set of silhouette stories was shown on the side…
Maidstone police warn E-Scooter users to obey the law
Electric scooter owners in Maidstone are reminded to comply with the law and be considerate of other road users. The warning is issued after police community support officers seized an…
Specialist archery equipment stolen from Hythe
Archery equipment stolen from Hythe Information is being sought after a range of specialised archery equipment was stolen from a property in Hythe. The burglary took place between the evening…
Don’t face big fines – Remember the rules to help save lives this Christmas in Kent
Kent Police is urging people to remember the Covid-19 rules over the festive period and not arrange or attend parties that risk further infection. With the county currently in Tier…
Ramsgate RNLI and Coastguards rescue couple from the incoming tide
A couple enjoying a beach walk on a sunny but cold day found themselves having to climb up onto a concrete apron to escape the incoming tide. The couple were…