Easier for people with a learning disability in Kent to access COVID-19 vaccine
A pilot scheme to make it easier for people with a learning disability to receive the COVID-19 vaccine was launched this week. Photo above: Gavin Harrington with his Dad, Kevin.…
Kent wildlife haven thrown lifeline as London Resort Theme Park threat looms
Buglife, the RSPB and Kent Wildlife Trust welcome the news that the Government’s environmental advisor Natural England has recognised the outstanding wildlife value of the Swanscombe Peninsula and declared that…
Witnesses sought after attempted dog theft in woods near Canterbury
An appeal for information has been issued following the attempted theft of a dog near Canterbury. Kent Police was contacted on the afternoon of Wednesday 10 March 2021 and it…
Blooming brilliant housing options in Ashford
New-build independent living schemes provided by Ashford Borough Council include Danemore in Tenterden – exterior, pictured above. Ashford is shaking up old-fashioned perceptions of sheltered living with a fresh new…
Cash stolen by ‘armed’ teenagers in robbery at Queens Road Broadstairs store
Money, a quantity of cigarettes and alcohol were stolen from the business in Queens Road, Broadstairs, at around 7.40pm on Tuesday 9 March 2021, after staff were threatened with a…
Kent farmers urged to share views on green schemes
A survey run by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) is looking for arable farmers to share their views on how agri-environment schemes can benefit them and their local…
Kent Police appeal after man indecently exposed himself at Leybourne Lakes
In a renewed Police appeal following an indecent exposure at Leybourne Lakes near Maidstone, a computer generated image, shown above, has been released by officers investigating a report of a…
Padlock your pooch? – KCC warning over big increase in dog thefts across Kent
There are reports from Kent Police on the increase of dog theft or attempted thefts in Kent over the past week with advice to secure your garden and property. Cases…
Appeal for witnesses following assault in busy supermarket car park near Maidstone
An appeal for information has been issued by officers investigating a reported assault in Headcorn near Maidstone This incident happened at around 12.40pm on Monday 15 February 2021 in the…
Market traders ordered to repay £136,000 after convicted of selling fake clothing
Two men previously convicted of selling counterfeit clothing have been ordered to pay back a total of £136,476 of their illegal gains. Confiscation proceedings were brought at Maidstone Crown Court…