Fly-tippers block road in Hawkinge… for a week!
Road blocked by a truckload of building waste Photo: FHDC Information is being sought after an extremely large fly-tip forced a road near Folkestone to be closed for a week.…
Public in mortal danger after drain covers stolen from road in Eastry near Sandwich
Officers investigating the reported theft of drain covers in Eastry, near Sandwich, have issued a CCTV image of a man. Two cast iron covers were reportedly taken from White Wood…
Warning over closure of Cheriton High Street
Words and picture by Ray Duff More road resurfacing works will be taking place along Cheriton Road and High Street between Beachborough Crossroads and the Risborough Lane traffic lights. The…
Man killed after being hit by lorry in Maidstone
Investigators are appealing for witnesses following the death of a pedestrian in Maidstone. Kent Police was called at around 8.33am on Tuesday 1 February 2022 to reports of a collision…
Police volunteers help dog injured on M20 in Ashford onto road of recovery
A German Shepherd dog involved in a collision on the M20 is now on the road to recovery thanks to the support of Canine CPVs (Community Policing Volunteers) from Kent…
Did you see Kent Police officer struck by motorcycle in M25 collision near Swanley
Detectives are appealing for information after a Kent Police officer was struck by a motorcycle on the M25 near Swanley. At around 3pm on Sunday 23 January 2022, patrols and…
Pedestrian in 70s seriously injured in Gillingham collision
Investigators are seeking witnesses following a serious collision involving a car and a pedestrian in Gillingham. A pensioner remains in hospital following the incident which happened on the A278 Hoath…
Traffic diversions in Folkestone town could be in place for more than 10 days
Photo: Ray Duff By Ray Duff Bus and traffic diversions could be in place for more than 10 days to allow for repairs to be carried out by Southern Water…
Looking forward to a brighter future in Folkestone
Work is due to start in the new year on converting street lights owned by Folkestone & Hythe District Council to LED lighting, greatly reducing carbon emissions. More than 1,000…