Orchard Theatre to get new roof after RAAC safety concerns
Dartford’s Orchard Theatre, which was closed last week due to safety concerns related to the material used in its roof, will undergo a full roof replacement project, according to a…
Man charged with sexual offences in Folkestone
A man has appeared in court charged with sexual offences following an investigation by police in Folkestone. The accused is charged with sexually touching a child under the age of…
Rural business group supports government climbdown on oil boilers’ ban and energy efficiency targets
The CLA has welcomed the Government’s climbdown on banning new oil boilers and setting energy efficiency targets for landlords. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has confirmed a number of changes to…
Kent businesses can apply for a grant of £1,000 to support breastfeeding mothers
Kent businesses and organisations including voluntary, community and social enterprise groups can apply for a £1,000 grant from Kent County Council (KCC) to make their premises more breastfeeding friendly for…
Canterbury council leader writes to Rishi Sunak demanding water companies pay heavier fines for dumping sewage in sea
It is time to hit water company shareholders in their pockets with much heavier fines for dumping sewage in our seas is the clear message from the Leader from the…
Violent shoplifter in Maidstone who held knife to victim’s throat jailed for more than six years
A violent shoplifter who made threats with a knife in Maidstone has been sentenced to more than six years’ in prison. Michael Dunn brandished the weapon at a security guard…
Fearless Folkestone Mum flies high on wings of gratitude for ‘Hospital Heroes’
Louise Linden with Dee Neligan from East Kent Hospitals Charity A daring mum soared above the clouds on a wing and a prayer to thank the hospital staff who saved…
Folkestone shoplifters target computer equipment from Currys in West Park Farm
Officers investigating the theft of computer equipment from a store in Folkestone have released a CCTV image of man they wish to speak to. The theft is reported to have…
Great Stour Riverfest launches in Canterbury
The inaugural Great Stour Riverfest which launched on Monday, 18 September, coincided with Canterbury City Council publishing its Riverside Strategy for the next five years. The strategy covers the stretch…