Chance to have your say on empty homes in the District
Residents with an interest in housing and the property market can, for the first time ever, help shape a new strategy on empty homes in the District at a special scrutiny meeting next week.
2008-09-16 00:00:00
Hazardous car park trees to be made safe
Following an independent survey of all trees in the Council's car parks, a number have been identified as being potentially dangerous due to disease or their age.
2008-09-16 00:00:00
Residents urged to have their say on their neighbourhood
Thousands of residents from across the Sevenoaks District will soon have an opportunity to have their say on local issues and satisfaction with their local public services.
2008-09-16 00:00:00
Man questioned after being arrested under the Terrorism Act
A man arrested by Kent Police under the Terrorism Act 2000 is being held on suspicion of being engaged in the commission, preparation or instigation of an act of terrorism.
2008-09-15 16:50:00
Eurotunnel and Eurostar updates
Eurotunnel freight and limited Eurostar passenger services have resumed. Operation Stack phase two is no longer in place and junctions 8-9 coastbound on the M20 are now open.
2008-09-15 00:00:00
Operation Stack phase 2 implemented
Operation Stack phase two is in place - junctions 8-9 coastbound on the M20 are now closed.
2008-09-12 16:00:00
Folkestone Academy Olympic Values Day
On September 17, London will officially become the Olympic and Paralympic city when Beijing hands over the flag to mark the end of the Paralympic Games. The Handover ceremony will be broadcast live on a big screen, during a celebration of the Olympic and
2008-09-12 00:00:00
Local groups invited to apply for rate relief
Local groups and organisations who provide a benefit to the local community are being urged to apply for discount on their business rates.
2008-09-12 00:00:00
Police escort abnormal loads on Monday
Kent Police is warning drivers that three abnormally long loads plan to travel between Chatham Dockyard and Romney Marsh from Monday 15 September 2008.
2008-09-12 00:00:00
Kent School Games share Olympic spirit
The 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing dominated this summer's headlines, but closer to home 30,000 of the county's young people were involved in their own Olympic and Paralympic style events in the first ever Kent School Games.
2008-09-12 00:00:00
Put a mark on your property to beat the burglars!
Residents looking to protect their property from potential burglars can pick up a unique marking kit from their local Neighbourhood Watch Association.
2008-09-11 00:00:00
Suffolk Way car park improvements
Suffolk Way car park and Sevenoaks Leisure Centre are being reminded that the car park will remain fully accessible during improvements to its access road, which runs through the car park from Suffolk Way to the Leisure Centre to either side of the width
2008-09-11 00:00:00
In Town Without My Car day
Kent County Council and Maidstone Town Centre Management are asking everyone who travels into Maidstone to leave their car at home on Friday 19 September and find another method of transport for In Town Without My Car day.
2008-09-11 00:00:00
Farmers thanked for looking after paths
Farmers and other landowners have been praised for stepping up their efforts to ensure Public Rights of Way remain open and accessible.
2008-09-09 00:00:00
Kent competes at Beijing Paralympics
Six athletes from Kent will be competing at this year's Beijing Paralympics which launched in spectacular style on Saturday.
2008-09-09 00:00:00
KCC education director set to retire
Graham Badman is retiring from Kent County Council after seven years leading education and, latterly, children's services in the county and a 40 year career in education. Graham will leave KCC at the end of November.
2008-09-09 00:00:00
Relax and chat in Dunton Green!
Residents over the age of 50 can enjoy yoga and relaxation sessions, combined with a chat with friends, when a fun new group starts in Dunton Green next month.
2008-09-09 00:00:00
Enjoy a record breaking summer!
Young people in the District can now relieve a record breaking summer at the click of a button.
2008-09-09 00:00:00
Margate murder investigation launched
Kent Police has launched a murder investigation following an incident in Margate on Monday 8 September 2008.
2008-09-09 00:00:00
Have your say at a Listening Day!
Councillors and officers from Sevenoaks District Council will be taking to the streets during September to speak face-to-face with local people and give them the chance to comment on the Council’s budget proposals. There will also be an opportunity
2008-09-08 00:00:00
Explore your past at Dartford Library
Dartford Library will be hosting a week of events designed to help local people get in touch with their family history and the heritage of the areas where they live.
2008-09-05 00:00:00
All change for children's services in Kent
Children's services' providers in Kent have made a fresh commitment to work more closely together in the interests of children, young people and families.
2008-09-05 00:00:00
Time to 'Just Dance' is almost here!
Edenbridge residents who want to relax and have fun after a busy day, need look no further than a new dance class which comes to the town next week!
2008-09-05 00:00:00
Rogue traders sentenced for deception and fraud
Three rogue builders were sentenced at Canterbury Crown Court on Tuesday 2 September for defrauding 43 elderly and vulnerable homeowners across the county out of more than £880,000.
2008-09-05 00:00:00
Man sentenced for 2003 murder
A man has been sentenced at Maidstone Crown Court on Friday 5 September to life imprisonment for the murder of Kamaljit Kalon in 2003.
2008-09-05 00:00:00
Why weight to lose weight in Swanley?
Residents from the Swanley area who want to take control of their lifestyle by balancing a healthy diet with regular exercise can take advantage of a new, free programme that launches this month.
2008-09-04 00:00:00
Incident on A20 at Swanley - road closures
Kent Police is attending an incident on the A20 at Swanley. Both the Londonbound and coastbound carriageways are closed to allow emergency services to attend, to work towards a safe and peaceful resolution for all concerned.
2008-09-04 00:00:00
Rogue traders sentenced for deception and fraud
Three rogue builders were sentenced at Canterbury Crown Court on Tuesday 2 September for defrauding 43 elderly and vulnerable homeowners across the county out of more than £880,000. Read the full story.
2008-09-04 00:00:00
Man gets 12 years for Folkestone kidnap and rapes
A former Revenue and Customs Officer has been sentenced to 12 years in prison on Wednesday 3 September after being convicted of raping and kidnapping a young mother in Folkestone nearly eight years ago.
2008-09-03 00:00:00
Take care on the roads during the wet weather
Kent Police is advising people to take extra care on the roads in the rain because of reduced visibility and surface water on carriageways.
2008-09-02 00:00:00
Lorry fire coastbound on M20, junction two
Kent Police officers were called to the coastbound carriageway of the M20 (junction two) at 3pm on Monday 1 September following a report that a lorry carrying magazines was on fire.
2008-09-01 17:30:00
Energy saving scheme offers a 'tonne' of advice
A Sevenoaks couple will be making some electrifying savings in the coming months after an energy saving initiative reached a grand milestone recently.
2008-09-01 00:00:00
It's time to dance in Swanley!
Swanley residents will be able to relive classic music of a bygone age when the magical era of afternoon tea dances returns to the town in just over a week.
2008-09-01 00:00:00
Interested in joining the Specials?
Have you thought about volunteering as a Special? If you're interested in finding out more, come to our open evening on Tuesday 2 September, 8pm at North Kent Police Station, Thames Way, Northfleet, Gravesend, DA11 8DB.
2008-09-01 00:00:00
New task teams ready to tackle local concerns
Six new teams of officers will swing into action from Monday 1 September, to help tackle problems identified by local people as priorities across Kent's six policing areas.
2008-09-01 00:00:00
Light up Dover Olympic celebration
Dover will be a blaze of fire and light to celebrate the launch of the national Cultural Olympiad, the four years leading up to London 2012 promoting 'the best of British' culture to the world.
2008-08-29 00:00:00
Freedom Pass roadshow visits Dover
Students and parents from Dover were able to find out all about the highly successful Kent Freedom Pass when the roadshow bus visited Dover's Market Square on Thursday 28 August.
2008-08-29 00:00:00
Stag news update
The re-opening of the Stag arts complex is under active and ongoing consideration after the Council, which owns the building, agreed a timescale and criteria for evaluating two possible options from neighbouring local authorities to take over the complex.
2008-08-29 00:00:00
Take a 'bird walk' around Sevenoaks!
Sevenoaks District residents with an interest in exotic bird species can enjoy a free event next month.
2008-08-27 00:00:00
Excessive levels of methanol found in Spar vodka
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a health warning after counterfeit vodka contaminated with excessive levels of methanol was found on sale.
2008-08-27 00:00:00
Immerse yourself in Kent's history Sunday
Kent residents are invited to lose themselves in centuries of history and culture at a day of events and demonstrations that will explore the county's past.
2008-08-26 00:00:00
In Town Without My Car Day
Kent County Council and Maidstone Town Centre Management are asking everyone who travels into Maidstone to leave their car at home on Friday 19 September and find another method of transport for In Town Without My Car day.
2008-08-26 00:00:00
Ewe won't believe your eyes
Date: Sunday 31 August Time: 7:00am Location: London Bridge, (beginning from non-Southwark side)
2008-08-26 00:00:00
Man charged with murder over Deal incident
Police have charged a man in relation to a murder investigation following an incident in Deal on Friday 15 August.
2008-08-25 00:00:00
Kent's schools improve GCSE performance again
More than 15,000 students aged 16 from across Kent got their GCSE results today and continued the year on year increase in attainment, maintained since 1995.
2008-08-22 00:00:00
