Bar could have licence suspended after ‘irresponsible bottomless brunches’ and ‘excessive noise’ complaints
A bar could have its opening hours cut back due to complaints over excessive noise.
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Cheers! New taproom opens in historic site
A new taproom has joined the line-up of venues in one Kent town, serving drinks in a historic building.
Outlet hits 100% occupancy with expanded Christmas market now open
Ashford Designer Outlet has reached full occupancy for the first time since its £90m extension opened following the arrival of two fashion brands.
Centuries-old ceremony marks official election of new Archbishop of Canterbury
A ceremony has taken place in Kent to formally elect the new Archbishop of Canterbury and lead the Church of England.
‘This couldn’t have happened at a worse time’: Traders' fears as town's main car park shut
A town’s main car park has been closed temporarily, sparking fears from traders left in limbo about the impact on footfall in the run-up to Christmas.
Bus company boss slams council decision to close shopping centre toilets
A bus company boss says a decision to shut public loos shows “a shocking lack of consideration” for his drivers but a council says it must save cash.
Former hotel where ‘HMOs dominate’ to be overhauled into council flats
A huge former hotel in an area where “HMOs predominate” is set for a multi-million-pound overhaul into council homes.
Town cancels Christmas celebration amid ‘unacceptable’ cost increases
A popular free festive event has been cancelled due to “unacceptable” extra costs imposed by a council.
‘She’s been in so much pain she’s cried on the floor’
A teenage girl with a rare condition went years without a diagnosis despite repeated visits to doctors and hospitals.
Kent holds its breath as Budget finally set to be unveiled
A Budget that carries so much political capital will be delivered today - but will it hit you in the pocket?
Bafta-winning Clangers producer took own life amid cancer battle
A Bafta-winning writer, producer and artist tragically took his own life amid a battle with cancer and depression.
Lammy’s plans to scrap jury trials emerge – as Kent judge praises jurors
Controversial plans to scrap jury trials except in the most serious cases have surfaced - on the same day a Kent judge praised the ancient system.
Police called after overturned car sparks traffic delays
An overturned car has sparked traffic delays this morning.
‘What is kink? It’s the courage to ask for the thing that makes your heart race’
KentOnline columnist and sex worker Melissa Todd turns an interview question into a look at desire and the nerve it takes to ask for what you want…
Increase in minimum wage rates announced
Minimum wage rates are to increase next year, giving a pay rise for millions of workers, the government has announced.
Special needs teaching assistant spat at and hit vulnerable children
A 46-year-old who spat at, kicked and hit four vulnerable SEND children has been convicted by a jury.
Pensioner, 75, accused of terrorism offence for ‘supporting’ Palestine Action
A 75-year-old man has been charged under the Terrorism Act 2000 after his arrest at a Palestine Action protest.
Drivers face fines for reversing on A2 hard shoulder after serious crash
More than a dozen drivers are facing fines after reversing on the hard shoulder of a busy A-road to avoid traffic caused by a serious accident.
Pedestrian taken to hospital after crash near pub
A pedestrian was struck by a car after it collided with a lorry near a pub.
Major works at secondary school among district’s planning applications
A major upgrade is being proposed at a Thanet secondary school as the latest planning applications are lodged with the district council.