Month: January 2024

A father-of-three suffered “horrific” life-changing injuries after his motorcycle hit a pothole – but council bosses are denying any liability for the crash. Darren Crooks was riding home from Folkestone on the A260 towards Hawkinge when he hit the cra…

By Bradley Jolly More widespread flooding is feared across the UK today following the fierce downpours of Storm Henk. Gales exceeded 94mph yesterday as Storm Henk battered the country, felling trees and causing severe travel disruption. One person died…

Whether it’s a romantic night out with your partner, a joyous family celebration or a much-needed catch-up with friends, there are plenty of great places to eat and drink in Kent. From trendy smash burgers and spicy chicken wings to celebrity chefs and…

Hythe’s sights are firmly set on attempting to end Cray Valley’s unbeaten record. The sides meet at Reachfields this Saturday (3pm), with the Millers enjoying a magnificent season under Steve McKimm. They’re up to second in Isthmian South East, still w…

Former Dover boss Chris Kinnear told Jake Leberl he was mad to take charge at Crabble. Kinnear is the most successful manager in the club’s history across two spells, twice taking them into the Conference and challenging for a place in the Football Lea…

An attempted theft from a newly-refurbished gym was averted after the would-be thief was stopped in his tracks by a former Olympic weightlifter. CCTV footage shows the moment a man was chased from the grounds of the Europa Gym in Temple Hill, Dartford,…

A plot of mature woodland in a “highly desirable residential area” could be hacked down to make way for new housing. That is the fear of residents following the posting of auction details for the 1.5-acre site off The Leas in Faversham, which is due to…

Steve King has explained how the lowest point of a “fantastic” 2023 is helping to push Deal to even greater heights. The Hoops appear in pole position in the Southern Counties East Premier Division title race after they won 4-2 at leaders Faversham las…

A long-serving pub landlord is stepping down after 25 years so he can concentrate on running a coffee shop. Howard Lapish rebuilt The Hooden Smokehouse and Grill in Willesborough Lees, Ashford, following a devastating fire in 2016. But he is now lookin…

Plans to build a new roundabout and a supermarket at the entrance to a town have been approved. Lidl will be opening a 2,546 sq m store in London Road, Swanley, just off Junction 3 of the M25. Plans to build 1,580 sq m of sales floorspace on the land k…