A controversial one-way system branded “absolutely ridiculous” faces further delays with works stalled for more than two years. The redesign of the A28 in Wincheap, one of Canterbury’s busiest routes, is still to be rolled out after being delayed twice…
Sittingbourne mum encourages others in Kent to foster asylum-seeker children
A foster carer who has looked after asylum-seeker children has spoken out about the “worrying” increase in hostility towards them. Wendy Moss, from Sittingbourne, still keeps in touch with the family of a young boy who was in her care after fleeing the…
‘Miracle’ as biker in Broadstairs crash survives cardiac arrests, broken bones and sepsis
A mum says her “heart was ripped out” after her biker son suffered injuries in a crash so severe he was not expected to survive. Jordan Collins, from Manston, went into cardiac arrest twice and was left with an extensive list of broken bones after the …
Choking scare at daughter’s Gravesend nursery leads mum to raise funds for anti-choking devices for all childcare settings
A terrifying choking incident at her daughter’s nursery has set one mum on a mission to equip her local nurseries with anti-choking devices. Angela Chapman, from Gravesend answered the phone to a call from her three-year-old’s nursery telling her not t…
The Three Horseshoes in Hernhill, between Faversham and Canterbury, warns SGN roadworks will impact trade
A frustrated landlord fears roadworks outside his historic pub until Christmas Eve could kill trade as he battles to delay the project. Maurice ‘Mossy’ O’Flynn, who runs The Three Horseshoes in Hernhill, between Canterbury and Faversham, has been left …
PC Adam Renton dismissed after he ‘inappropriately touched’ female colleague at Medway Police Station
A police officer has been dismissed after touching a female colleague inappropriately and “rubbing her leg” along her trouser pocket. Adam Renton made “inherently sexual” contact with a fellow officer’s thigh inside Medway Police Station having already…
Maidstone United manager George Elokobi reacts to 1-0 FA Cup third qualifying round victory at Herne Bay
Boss George Elokobi was more than happy to take the overdue bit of luck which led to Maidstone’s winning goal in their FA Cup tie at Herne Bay on Saturday. The National League South side edged to a 1-0 victory against their Isthmian South East hosts to…
Maidstone United manager George Elokobi reacts to 1-0 FA Cup third qualifying round victory at Herne Bay
Boss George Elokobi was more than happy to take the overdue bit of luck which led to Maidstone’s winning goal in their FA Cup tie at Herne Bay on Saturday. The National League South side edged to a 1-0 victory against their Isthmian South East hosts to…
Tenterden Folk Festival to welcome musicians and Morris dancers for another year of traditional folk fun
More than 50 Morris dancers are just days away from descending on a quiet Kent town for an annual festival. This year’s Tenterden Folk Festival is celebrating its 31st year with four days of traditional music, dance and sing-alongs. It all kicks off wi…
Jalen Milroe spotlights ‘trust’ in Ryan Williams on Alabama game-winning touchdown vs. Georgia
Saturday night’s Alabama–Georgia game will forever rest in college football history. It was without a doubt, one of the most entertaining games of the 2024 season. While Alabama jumped out to an early 30-7 lead, the Bulldogs stormed back in the fourth …