Full steam ahead for Model Railway Show in Birchington!
Powering its way into town once more will be the Birchington Model Railway Exhibition to be held at The Centre in Alpha Road, on Saturday 4 May between 10am and…
Historic structures revealed after fallen trees removed from Road of Remembrance in Folkestone
The exposed Victorian brick urinal structure Photo: Ray Duff Words and photos by Ray Duff: Earlier this year, landslips affected the historic Road of Remembrance, prompting the council to take…
Professor Karen Cox to step down as Vice-Chancellor of University of Kent
Professor Karen Cox Photo: University of Kent Professor Karen Cox has announced plans for her departure as Vice Chancellor and President at the University after seven years in the role.…
Making a Difference: Folkestone Town Mayor presents Community Awards
Every year, the Town Mayor of Folkestone has the privilege of awarding local people a Town Mayor’s Community Award. Previous recipients of this award have come from volunteers of a…
‘Rest easy buddy’: Guard of Honour at Charing Crematorium for Littlestone RNLI crewman Darragh Cartmill
Littlestone RNLI Guard of Honour Credit: RNLI/John Kenny On Wednesday 27 March 2024, Littlestone RNLI crew members provided a Guard of Honour at Charing Crematorium to pay their respects to…
Finely crafted Fishermen’s Memorial Bench unveiled at Whitstable harbour
Whitstable Harbour – Photo: Canterbury City Council — The Fishermen’s Memorial Bench, located on the beach west of Whitstable Harbour, was unveiled last week on Thursday 14 March). The splendid…
Folkestone firefighters raise funds for Hawkinge teenager
Folkestone fire station crews with Hawkinge teenager Draven Jefferies : Photo: KFRS Funds raised by crews at Folkestone fire station have helped to buy new equipment for Hawkinge teenager, Draven…
Discover ‘Dover at Night’ packed full of fun things to do and see
Library image – Drag Queen Dover at Night is a free drop-in event trail encouraging visitors young and old to explore historic and creative spaces in Dover town centre on…
International Women’s Day: Kent commercial vehicle dealership inspires inclusion
(from left to right) Carrie Scott, Head of Corporate Services, Claire Passmore, Purchase Ledger, and Scarlett Bedocs, Marketing Assistant A Kent commercial vehicle dealership is delving into the stories and…
Herne Bay public toilets to shut at 2.30pm after cleaner assaulted
The public toilets in William Street, Herne Bay, will be closing at 2.30pm for the rest of this week following a nasty incident at around 4pm on Sunday 3 March…