A football coach ordered to stop running classes for disadvantaged children in a park because he had not filled out any forms has vowed to carry on anyway. Matt Waters has been running a community football coaching group aimed at youngsters since 2019….
Pregnant Folkestone woman drove car into partner’s ex-girlfriend twice
A “hormonal” pregnant woman who mounted a pavement with her car to twice ram her partner’s ex-girlfriend has been spared prison. Senna Greenaway, from Folkestone, used the vehicle to push Natalya Daly into a wire fence before reversing and accelerating…
Herne Bay businesses frustrated as High Street shut off for Southern Water sewer repairs
Frustrated business owners say they are suffering a slump in trade after Southern Water closed off part of a busy High Street. Sewer repair works in Herne Bay started last Tuesday and have already had a drastic impact on footfall in the town centre. Ch…
Revealed: Just one in four ULEZ fines paid in Kent since London Mayor’s controversial expansion
Millions of pounds worth of ULEZ fines are going unpaid despite threats from bailiffs as Kent motorists continue to revolt against the charge. Transport for London (TfL) is estimated to have been eligible to claim almost £10 million in fines from drive…
Dog-friendly Canterbury pub The Thomas Becket pub goes viral with special canine menu
The landlord of a pub with a special menu just for dogs admits his city centre inn is “probably not the place” for punters who don’t like pooches. The Thomas Becket in Canterbury has been thrust into the spotlight after its canine-exclusive cuisine – f…
Stephanie Langley accused of murdering Matthew Bryant, landlord of Hare and Hounds, Maidstone: court hears wife Caroline Bryant’s evidence
The wife of a pub landlord allegedly murdered by his ex sister-in-law broke down in tears as she recalled the “horror film” moment he was fatally stabbed. Caroline Bryant described how an “evil” Stephanie Langley had clenched the large kitchen knife an…
Strictly dancer Johannes Radebe brings House of Jojo tour to the Orchard Theatre in Dartford and Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury
Strictly favourite Johannes Radebe is welcoming fans into the House of Jojo on his new tour. The Latin and ballroom superstar is bringing his energetic dance extravaganza to two Kent venues over the next month. First up, the TV star will be at the Orch…
Team Mystify from Chatham-based MCDA Allstars will compete in the Allstar World Championship as UK representatives in Orlando, Florida
A cheerleading team from Chatham will be representing the UK in the Allstar World Championship. Team Mystify of MCDA Allstars won a bid to compete in the prestigious competition which takes place in Orlando, Florida between April 19-21. Bids are won by…
Sporting Kansas City vs Inter Miami: Preview, predictions and lineups
By Braden Chalker Sporting Kansas City are all set to take on Inter Miami this Saturday night at Arrowhead Stadium in Major League Soccer action. The Herons strong start to the 2024 season has been undone by a five-game winless run in both Concacaf Cha…
Volunteers at Rivers Heritage Site and Orchard in Sawbridgeworth getting ready for 300th anniversary
Volunteers at Sawbridgeworth’s historic orchard are preparing to celebrate the site’s 300th anniversary next year – and a first step was taken on Sunday when the ground was prepared for the planting of new plum trees. Events are being planned by a work…