Ashford hospital patient first to receive next generation heart monitor implant
‘Like a 24-hour safety net – it’s alleviated my worries.’ That’s the verdict of a Kent shop owner who has become the first patient in the country to receive a…
Important information from Canterbury City Council over Afghan citizens’ resettlement scheme
Canterbury City Council has confirmed it will be playing a full role in the Afghan citizens’ resettlement scheme. A spokesperson for the council announced: “We already have experience in this…
Folkestone and Hythe MP fearing the worst after collapse of Afghan government
Constituency matters… a weekly column by the Member of Parliament for Folkestone and Hythe, Damian Collins 18 August 2021. Over the last two weeks we have watched with increasing dismay,…
Coming Soon to Folkestone – Sandgate Sea and Food Festival
Roll Up Roll Up – The Sandgate Sea and Food Festival will be held from 10am-5pm on Sunday 29th August. The seaside market, music and stalls will be held along…
HMRC urge couples to cut their tax bill by £252 a year
Nearly 1.8 million married couples and those in civil partnerships are using Marriage Allowance to save up to £252 a year in Income Tax, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has…
Folkestone and Hythe residents urged by council team not to leave problems until they become overwhelmed
Residents are being urged not to leave it until problems become overwhelming before seeking welfare support from the council. Help is available for those struggling with difficulties such as redundancy,…
Good, bad or indifferent – have your say on Folkestone Town Centre Place plan
Sandgate Road in Folkestone Final feedback on the actions and priorities included in Folkestone town centre’s draft Place Plan is being sought from residents and businesses. The Place Plan commissioned…
Market Square area closed for three-week archaeological dig in Dover
A three-week archaeological dig is underway in Dover’s Market Square ahead of a major revamp this autumn that will see a new performance space, water feature and improved public realm…
Canterbury City Council public consultation to make decision making more accountable and effective begins
Public consultation on the configuration of Canterbury City Council’s new leader and cabinet system for decision making has begun. Last month (July), a majority of city councillors agreed to move…
Fire crews warn of using electrical chargers at night after Romney Marsh blaze
Following a blaze at a house in New Romney in the early hours of yesterday morning, fire crews are warning people of using electrical chargers at night. Kent Fire and…