Euro 2024 quarter-finals start with a bang on Friday with the face-off Germany-Spain in Stuttgart, which many see as a the “final before the final.” The winner will advance to face France or Portugal in the semifinal in Munich on Tuesday. There is also…
Jamal vs Yamal: Germany and Spain’s wonderkids face off in Euro 2024 ‘final before the final’
Euro 2024 quarter-finals start with a bang on Friday with the face-off Germany-Spain in Stuttgart, which many see as a the “final before the final.” The winner will advance to face France or Portugal in the semifinal in Munich on Tuesday. There is also…
The Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft and Nile Rodgers and Chic to perform at Dreamland as part of the Margate Summer Series
One of the biggest artists of the 1990s is bringing huge rock anthems to the coast. Richard Ashcroft, former frontman of BRIT Award-winning band The Verve, will headline the outdoor stage at Dreamland as part of the Margate Summer Series. The singer, b…
Herne Bay boss Steve Lovell happy with his squad – and now hoping it sticks together amid interest from rival clubs for non-contract stars
Manager Steve Lovell is happy with the Herne Bay squad he has assembled ahead of the new season – he just hopes he can now keep it together. Defender Jack Parter and midfielder Mo Kamara have rejoined the Isthmian South East outfit while Lovell and son…
Former trader returns to Newark Market with Maria’s Jacket Potatoes van
The ‘Scarf Lady’ who worked as a market trader for over 20 years made her return to the market with a food van. Maria Smith, who used to own Maria’s Boutique on Church Street, has opened Maria’s Just Jackets on Newark market. When she previously worked…
Kent Kings set to begin quest for silverware this season with NORA League Cup final first leg at home to Isle of Wight Warriors
Kent Kings’ season gets serious this weekend with the first leg of a new competition. The Kings host Isle of Wight Warriors in the NORA League Cup final at the Old Gun Site in Iwade on Sunday (2pm). With the return taking place on July 18, It’s a chanc…
Furious residents call for building to stop on The Sands estate in St Mary’s Bay, Romney Marsh
Furious residents are calling for all building to stop on a vandalised seafront housing estate which had sat abandoned for years. Campaigners believe The Sands – a £20 million development in St Mary’s Bay on Romney Marsh – does not comply with planning…
Club Quantum in The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells wins approval for hours and alcohol licence extension
A “high-end” private members’ club has denied suggestions it will be a “late night party house” after winning approval to expand its hours of operation. Club Quantum is promising good “Wi-fi, coffee and cognac” when it welcomes members to its plush ven…
Faversham fighter Alex Branson-Cole backed by loudest crowd of the night at Essex’s Brentwood Centre as he beats Daniel Przewieslik
The crowd which roared Faversham’s Alex Branson-Cole to his latest professional victory have been hailed as the loudest at the show. Branson-Cole took his record to 8-1-1, as he saw off Daniel Przewieslik on a points decision at the Brentwood Centre on…
Popular Matt Bodkin becomes Chatham Town’s strength and conditioning coach after deciding to hang up his boots
A popular figure has been appointed as Chatham Town’s strength and conditioning coach after deciding to hang up his boots. Evergreen midfielder Matt Bodkin, now 40, has taken the role as part of chairman-manager Kevin Hake’s backroom staff. The former …