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Plans for huge reservoir in Kent countryside finally move forward

Plans for huge reservoir in Kent countryside finally move forward

Long-harboured plans to build a new reservoir are moving forward as contractors carry out the first phase of ground investigation works.

Attack victim feared friend had died on side of A2 after axe blow

Attack victim feared friend had died on side of A2 after axe blow

One of two men bludgeoned with an axe at the side of the A2 has told a jury he feared his friend had died in the early morning attack.

Road turns to fountain as contractor hits pipe during Levelling Up works

Road turns to fountain as contractor hits pipe during Levelling Up works

A road was turned into a fountain after contractors “nicked” a water pipe.

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Youths on quad bikes tear up parks amid ‘deeply concerning’ vandalism

Youths on quad bikes tear up parks amid ‘deeply concerning’ vandalism

A spate of fires and vandalism has left a community “deeply concerned” after a string of incidents caused significant damage to parks.

History on Canterbury’s side

History on Canterbury’s side

Head coach Matt Corker will be eyeing a repeat Canterbury Rugby Club result when they visit the early National League 2 East leaders this Saturday.

Villagers dread 'Lego-style' new-builds as mini-estate plans revealed

Villagers dread 'Lego-style' new-builds as mini-estate plans revealed

Worried residents have warned “Lego-style” modern houses could spoil their village’s rural character after plans were lodged for 21 homes.

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Family thrilled as conviction of late Kent sub-postmistress finally sent to appeal court

Family thrilled as conviction of late Kent sub-postmistress finally sent to appeal court

A Kent sub-postmistress who died a convicted criminal is one step closer to having her name cleared after her case was sent to the Court of Appeal.

‘We’ll fight them all the way!’ Villagers defiant as uni presses ahead with 2,000-home estate

‘We’ll fight them all the way!’ Villagers defiant as uni presses ahead with 2,000-home estate

University of Kent bosses have reignited fury by pushing ahead with plans for a huge 2,000-home estate on nearby countryside.

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Inspectors reveal ‘serious failings’ in how council manages its 5,000 homes

Inspectors reveal ‘serious failings’ in how council manages its 5,000 homes

Inspectors from the government’s social housing regulator have uncovered “serious failings” in how a council manages its homes.

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Axe-attack on side of A2 was like ‘chaotic movie scene’, jury told

Axe-attack on side of A2 was like ‘chaotic movie scene’, jury told

A violent axe and cricket bat attack on two men as they drove along the A2 ​had its background in human trafficking, a jury has heard.

Legend makes Kent comeback as coaching staff confirmed

Legend makes Kent comeback as coaching staff confirmed

A Kent legend is to rejoin the county as part of their 2026 men’s coaching set-up.

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Police agree payout to pro-Palestine activist after roundabout protest

Police agree payout to pro-Palestine activist after roundabout protest

Police have apologised and agreed compensation with a pro-Palestine protestor after officers wrongly threatened her with arrest at a demonstration.

Trio of major brands reveal Kent shopping centre grand opening dates

Trio of major brands reveal Kent shopping centre grand opening dates

A shopping centre’s three highly anticipated new arrivals have confirmed opening dates ahead of the Christmas rush.

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The woman who helped transform one of Kent’s most notorious council estates

The woman who helped transform one of Kent’s most notorious council estates

When Paula Spencer arrived at one of Kent’s most troubled estates 25 years ago, she knew she had a challenge on her hands, as KentOnline reports.

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Bakery to transform into pizza and fried chicken shop in latest planning bids

Bakery to transform into pizza and fried chicken shop in latest planning bids

Plans in a Kent district include a hot food takeaway and a stable converted for holiday rentals.

Goddard’s class-act companion rises to occasion

Goddard’s class-act companion rises to occasion

PDV Constanza’s indoor inexperience proved no barrier to success as Canterbury’s Pippa Goddard triumphed at the Horse of the Year Show.

Woman dies after collapsing outside cinema

Woman dies after collapsing outside cinema

A woman died after collapsing outside a cinema, the ambulance service confirmed today.

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Arrests after ‘stolen’ Mercedes involved in two police chases

Arrests after ‘stolen’ Mercedes involved in two police chases

A suspected stolen Mercedes, which got away from police in a chase, was involved in a second pursuit by officers when it was spotted again.

Bowler signs new Kent deal

Bowler signs new Kent deal

Home-grown seam bowler Jas Singh has penned a contract extension with Kent.

Canterbury too hot to handle

Canterbury too hot to handle

A scintillating opening half took the game away from Havant as Canterbury racked up the points in National League 2 East.

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