Strong winds set to bring hazardous conditions to Kent coast
Library image — The Met Office is warning of strong winds on along the Channel coast of Kent during Monday evening and Tuesday night. It’s likely that some coastal routes,…
Jail for thieves who decide ‘payment for items from shops is optional!’
Kent Police is continuing the crackdown on retail crime with immediate prison sentences on the same day, for two persistent thieves from Swale and Medway. William Harris, 54, targeted shops…
Racing, drifting and noisy motorists targeted across Kent this weekend by proactive patrols
Dedicated patrols will be in place across the county this weekend as part of Kent Police’s ongoing work to tackle anti-social behaviour involving vehicles. In recent weeks officers have responded…
Another deluge! Prepare for yet more rain across Kent
Library image The Met Office has issued another weather warning of rain which is expected to arrive across Sussex and Kent during Sunday afternoon (25 February). It is expected to…
Canterbury City Council cyber incident under investigation
Canterbury City Council is investigating a cyber incident and is liaising closely with the experts at the National Cyber Security Centre. The council team reports it is taking a precautionary…
Life threatening winds shut A249 Sheppey Crossing! Drivers warned to stay off road
National Highways have warned motorists that the A249 Sheppey Crossing in Kent is currently closed in both directions due to strong winds. The South East Regional Operations Centre are monitoring…
Storm Isha heading for Kent – Batten down the hatches!
The latest winter storm to hit the UK is expected to bring very strong southwesterly winds to parts of Kent and Sussex on Monday morning, with gusts of 50-60 mph…
Warning after ‘faulty tumble’ dryer sparks garage fire in Romney Marsh
Library image A garage in Lade Fort Crescent, Romney Marsh, was engulfed in flames on Monday evening, January 8, after a tumble dryer malfunctioned. Kent Fire and Rescue Service responded…
Kent faces first snowfall of the year, forecasters warn
Previous years have seen cars abandoned on roads crossing the North Downs – Library image Icy patches and wintry showers could affect some areas of Kent on Monday morning according…