Maidstone boss George Elokobi has called on his side to play the game not the occasion at local rivals Tonbridge. Part one of the Christmas and New Year double-header takes place at Longmead on Boxing Day (1pm). United make the short trip on the back o…

A new mum has told of her “hellish” life in temporary accommodation after she was moved into a top-floor flat in a four-storey apartment block without a lift. Skye Hart was heavily pregnant and in desperate need of housing when she was offered the prop…

History-making Vanessa Webb has completed a unique tennis double. Having been Kent Lawn Tennis Association’s first female president, she has earned herself a place in the history books – again – by becoming the first female East Kent Lawn Tennis Associ…

Brotherly love will be on hold for 90 minutes when Jordan and Reiss Greenidge go head-to-head for the first time. Tonbridge striker Jordan and Maidstone defender Reiss could hardly be closer – they even live together. But the siblings have a job to do …

Frustrated boss Sammy Moore admitted Faversham should have seen out a derby victory at promotion rivals Whitstable on Saturday. First-half goals from midfielders Billy Bennett and Matt Newman put them into a 2-0 half-time lead at The Belmont in front o…

Gillingham defender Max Ehmer isn’t bothered that their defensive record isn’t getting the recognition it deserves. The Gills have kept three clean sheets in their last four games – taking their season tally to 10 in all competitions – but it’s their l…

With less than 24 hours to go, Santa’s little helpers will be rushing around making last-minute purchases to be left under the tree Bluewater has been buzzing for weeks with plenty of shoppers picking up something for that special someone. For some, th…

Additional reporting by Eleanor Hodgson Dog owners have shared their anger at legislation which will ban their beloved pets in one week. On December 31, the XL Bully will become a banned breed in England. This means it will be illegal to sell, breed or…

From Hollywood romances to nail-biting horror, there’s nothing quite like the thrill of live theatre. Luckily, there are plenty of incredible shows, including musical revivals, gripping plays and on-stage classics, coming to Kent in 2024, so get bookin…

Every day drink-drivers across Kent put innocent lives in danger and risk the consequences of being caught drunk at the wheel. Here we look at the reckless motorists who found themselves brought to justice this year for taking to the county’s roads whi…