Deep within the vaults of a building, just off a busy roundabout in Maidstone, sit a collection of letters which, combined, would likely fetch close to £1 million were they to ever go under the auctioneer’s hammer. They are stored in a fire-proof safe …
What do cats and staff at Battersea Brands Hatch get up to on Christmas Day?
From crackers to festive treats, staff and volunteers are going the extra mile for a special group of cats this Christmas. 10-year-old Helena, as well as one-year-old Piggy-Wiggy and Smudge at Battersea Brands Hatch, have all found new owners in time f…
Christmas Day bells: the Kent people behind the sound at St Michael’s Church
Just as the famous Fairytale of New York song line goes “the bells were ringing out for Christmas Day” – and what a wonderful noise they make. Some say they symbolise the announcement of the birth of Christ while others claim they ward off evil spirits…
Heartwarming stories from across Kent to make you smile this Christmas
Merry Christmas to all our readers! We hope you’re all having a great day. Here, we’re taking a look back at the heartwarming stories we’ve reported on across Kent this year, which we hope will bring some festive cheer today. ‘Lovely lads’ to the rescu…
Three stunning Kent properties that look like Grand Designs homes in Canterbury, Cranbrook and Dartford
From leopard print bathroom walls to a 30-seater outdoor firepit, these three stunning homes all have something special that makes them stand out from the crowd. They might look like something from Grand Designs, but they’re all right here in Kent and …
John Wallis pub in Middle Row, Ashford, could reopen in 2024 ‘as demand returns’
A boarded-up town centre pub could reopen next year as its owner believes demand has returned. The John Wallis in Middle Row, Ashford, has been closed since the first Covid lockdown and was expected to remain shut for good. But owner Shen Sen says the …
Reading Rep nominated for The Stage Awards Fringe Theatre of the Year
LAST week we announced that The Watermill was up for Theatre of the Year in The Stage Awards 2024. This week we hear Reading Rep has been nominated for Fringe Theatre of the Year in the same awards. Founded by Reading-born artistic director Paul Stacey…
Borough Green pensioner celebrates 107th birthday on Christmas Day
A village “queen” who turns 107 years old on Christmas Day has had a month of celebrations including a message from Cliff Richard. Gladys Banks has been dubbed the “Queen of Borough Green” having lived there for more than 40 years, and will have a host…
Netanyahu states U.S. has no influence on Israeli military operations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied reports that the United States had convinced Jerusalem not to expand its military activities in the region, states Reuters. The head of the Israeli government said that he had seen false publications cla…
Netanyahu states U.S. has no influence on Israeli military operations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied reports that the United States had convinced Jerusalem not to expand its military activities in the region, states Reuters. The head of the Israeli government said that he had seen false publications cla…