I hate being told what I can and can’t do especially when it’s by a government trying to control my life. I don’t need a nanny and don’t want to live in a nanny state. So, when Keir Starmer talks about banning smoking in public places it makes me worry…
Gravesham council will not be putting on a fireworks display as sponsor not secured
A town’s annual fireworks display will not happen again after a new sponsor failed to come forward. Gravesham council was forced to cancel its popular riverside event last year as, despite efforts, it was not able to secure a backer in time. The local …
Campaigners left frustrated as ‘Ibiza-styke’ party venue pulls application
A new twist in a long-running feud over a hotel hosting ‘Ibiza-style’ parties in a Norfolk village has left locals more frustrated than ever. Campaigners fighting to put a stop to events hosted at Hill House – a huge 17th century property in Saxlingham…
Uniquely Bohemian Boho Teahouse owners forced to close Maidstone shop on Gabriel’s Hill with staff unpaid
A coffee shop owner who owes staff hundreds of pounds in wages says “there’s nothing I can do”. Workers at Uniquely Bohemian Boho Teahouse were told the store would be closing in July after it became financially impossible to run. That meant a handful …
Newark and Sherwood Concert Band play in Emmendingen, Germany
Thirty members of a concert band have returned from a successful overseas trip to Newark’s twin town. Newark and Sherwood Concert Band accompanied Newark Twinning Association to Emmendingen, in southern Germany. The trip celebrated the 40th anniversary…
Some of Kent’s biggest eyesores including Debenhams in Canterbury and Go Outdoors in Chatham and what is set to happen to them
From derelict department stores to abandoned demolition ruins, Kent has its fair share of eyesores across the towns. But what’s next for the ghost sites? Here we set out the plans for those near you… Debenhams, Canterbury After Debenhams went into admi…
St Lawrence & Highland Court 1sts’ skipper Matt Hammond pleased with this season’s squad as they end 2024 season at leaders Minster 1sts
Skipper Matt Hammond is pleased to have seen contributions come from right through St Lawrence & Highland Court 1sts’ squad this season. The side, heavily depleted through injuries and unavailability, saw their chances of winning the Kent League Premie…
Is it time for Facebook groups in Canterbury, Thanet and Medway to stop trashing their community’s reputation?
Are you proud of the town, city or village in Kent in which you live or work? I ask because if you read the Facebook groups for local communities across the length and breadth of the county you’d be tempted to think the whole region has become a fester…
Six free family attractions in Kent that are perfect for a budget day out
Kent is home to some fantastic free attractions, from fascinating museums bursting with culture and heritage to castles dating back hundreds of years. With the summer holidays behind us and Christmas creeping up on the horizon, now is the perfect time …
Chatham Town Women beat London Bees 4-0 and face Real Bedford away this Sunday in National League Divison One South East
Chatham Town Women passed one big test last weekend and face another this coming Sunday. Chats thumped London Bees 4-0 in their last match and travel to Real Bedford this weekend, a side with three wins from three in Division 1 South East. Last Wednesd…