Benefit cheat's community punishment
A New Ash Green woman who falsely claimed benefits she was not entitled to was sentenced to 100 hours of unpaid community work at Sevenoaks Magistrates' Court earlier this week.
2008-08-22 00:00:00
Drugs network targeted in Medway
Police officers in Medway have effectively taken out a drugs network in the area.
2008-08-21 00:00:00
Man gets life for doctor's murder
On Thursday 21 August, a man has been found guilty of the murder of 54 year old Dr Victoria Anyetei in Dartford on 14 August 2007 and has been sentenced to life imprisonment.
2008-08-21 00:00:00
Two appear in court charged with robbery and wounding
The two 16-year-old boys from Ramsgate charged with robbery and wounding with intent following the incident involving 17-year-old Ramsgate schoolboy Sam Eastwell have appeared at Margate Youth Court on Wednesday.
2008-08-21 00:00:00
Kent TV needs you
Following the successful launch of Kent TV (link opens in a new window) in September 2007, the channel is looking to recruit two Kent volunteers to become members of the Board of Governors.
2008-08-21 00:00:00
KEY Training Services Recruitment Week
An annual recruitment week is being held between the 26-29 August 2008 by KEY Training Services (KTS). A full timetable of sessions will be available throughout the county, many with a free lunch.
2008-08-20 00:00:00
Get on the register!
The forms are being sent out from Monday 3 September by Sevenoaks District Council.
2008-08-20 00:00:00
Get in the zone for a week of partying!
It is time for young people in the District to party, party, party next week when the ‘In the Zone’ programme signs off for the summer.
2008-08-20 00:00:00
Sevenoaks murder remains unsolved 100 years on
A gruesome murder that Kent Police and Scotland Yard could not solve will be the topic for discussion at Sevenoaks Kaleidoscope, at a talk given by local author Monty Parkin, who has re-examined the case in an attempt to shed light on the mystery.
2008-08-15 00:00:00
Drumming up some action 'In the Zone'!
Young people in the District can put in a performance next week during the fourth week of the ‘In the Zone’ summer programme.
2008-08-15 00:00:00
Statement from Paul Carter, Leader Kent County
Council
Members and Officers from the County Council were saddened to hear of the death this morning of Lord Bruce-Lockhart of the Weald following his protracted and courageous battle against cancer.
2008-08-14 00:00:00
Isle of Sheppey moves to two-tier education
The Isle of Sheppey is joining the rest of Kent by moving from a three-tier to two-tier system of education.
2008-08-14 00:00:00
Handing Over the Olympics Spirit
People across Kent will be celebrating in style when the Beijing Games hands the Olympic flag to London. August 24 2008 marks a major event in the run-up to the 2012 Games and Kent is one of the most active counties for its planned celebrations.
2008-08-13 00:00:00
Enjoy a Safer Summer in the city and on the coast
Plans are in place to ensure Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay remain safe places to live, work, visit and enjoy this summer.
2008-08-13 00:00:00
Police advice after strong winds forecast
Kent Police is advising people to be prepared for the bad weather conditions forecast for Wednesday 13 August.
2008-08-12 00:00:00
Community set to clean up in West Kingsdown
Members of the public will join a variety of agencies in West Kingsdown on Wednesday (13 August) as part of a community clean-up day.
2008-08-11 00:00:00
Worried about falling? New class for you!
Anyone who has had a fall or has problems maintaining their balance could benefit from a new, free to attend, class starting in Edenbridge next month.
2008-08-11 00:00:00
Road restrictions on the Hoo Peninsula
Kent Police will implement limited and temporary road restrictions leading up to and during the Climate Camp march today.
2008-08-09 00:00:00
Renewed warning about Climate Camp raft regatta
Kent Police has renewed its warning to anyone planning to ignore restrictions and take to the River Medway on a raft tomorrow as part of the climate camp protest.
2008-08-08 17:00:00
Tobacco Control consultation - your views wanted
Plain cigarette packets with no branding or logos, minimum pack sizes of 20 and a ban on the advertising of cigarette papers are just some of the ideas up for discussion in a move to reduce the number of people who smoke.
2008-08-08 00:00:00
Climate Camp arrests update - 7 August
James Alexander Thorne, 34, of no known address, who was arrested on Wednesday 6 August for assault on a police officer, appeared before Medway Magistrates on Thursday 7 August. He was remanded in custody and is due to appear before magistrates in&nb
2008-08-07 22:30:00
Kent pupils continue to improve their SAT results
Provisional figures released today indicate that Kent's primary school leavers have yet again achieved their best ever results in English and mathematics, improving in both subjects at level 4 - the level that pupils of this age are expected to achieve pr
2008-08-07 00:00:00
30 years of the North Downs Way
What's the best way to celebrate your 30th birthday? What about a big outdoor party, plenty of guests, a giant birthday cake and having a great time attempting to break some World Records.
2008-08-07 00:00:00
Find out more about Fostering
Are you interested in becoming a foster carer? Do you want to find out whether you have the right qualities or experience to foster? We can help.
2008-08-07 00:00:00
Climate Camp update - 6 August
Kent Police have made five further arrests on the afternoon of Wednesday 6 August, bringing the total number of people arrested on Wednesday to eight.
2008-08-06 22:30:00
Talk and walk across the District
Anyone who likes walking and meeting new people can enjoy one of four weekly walks that take place across the District.
2008-08-06 00:00:00
Just have fun with new dance class!
If you are looking to relax and have fun after a hard day you can enjoy a new dance class in Edenbridge from September.
2008-08-06 00:00:00
Challenging week in the zone!
Young people across the District have the opportunity to challenge themselves next week as part of the third week of the ‘In the Zone’ summer programme.
2008-08-06 00:00:00
Police talk with Climate Camp members to resolve issues
A team of Kent Police officers met with community residents of the climate camp this morning as part of continuing efforts to resolve mutual issues of concern.
2008-08-06 00:00:00
Man found guilty of rape and kidnap
Kelvin Clyde Bennett, 45, from Dart Street, Bordesley in Birmingham was found guilty at Maidstone Crown Court today (Wednesday 6 August) of three counts of rape and one count of kidnap. He will be sentenced on 3 September 2008.
2008-08-06 00:00:00
Climate Camp: arrests update
Kent Police can confirm 13 people have been arrested in connection with the climate camp protest and eight have been charged.
2008-08-05 21:30:00
Climate Camp update - Monday 4 August
Kent Police can confirm twelve people in total were arrested on Monday 4 August in connection with the climate camp protest.
2008-08-05 11:30:00
Knives and weapons found near Climate Camp protest site
Kent Police has discovered a stash of knives and makeshift weapons that could cause serious injuries during searches close to the site of the climate camp protest.
2008-08-05 10:35:00
Why weight to be healthy?
A free programme which encourages people to take control of their lifestyle by balancing a healthy diet with regular exercise is set to launch in Sevenoaks and Swanley next month.
2008-08-05 00:00:00
Enjoy a tea dance with a twist!
The next tea dance at White Oak Leisure Centre has an exciting new twist.
2008-08-05 00:00:00
Water companies challenged
Water companies are facing a legal challenge over their plans for future drinking supplies to cope with Kent's extra housing.
2008-08-04 00:00:00
Workshop to help find a place to live
Residents on the Sevenoaks District Housing Register can find out how an innovative new scheme will give them a greater choice over where they live at a workshop later this week.
2008-08-04 00:00:00
Tribute for John Law
The Leader of Kent County Council today paid tribute to John Law, the Member for Herne Bay East, who died at the weekend after a short illness.
2008-08-04 00:00:00
Weekend march starts climate protest in Medway
A march and rally in Rochester today (3 August) will start 10 days of protest in Medway linked to plans to build a new power station at Kingsnorth, on the Hoo peninsula.
2008-08-03 07:00:00
Advice for motorists on Climate Camp march
A march and rally in Rochester today (Sunday 3 August), at the start of a week of protests in Medway linked to plans to build a new power station at Kingsnorth, may result in traffic congestion, say police who are advising motorists to avoid the area
2008-08-03 00:00:00
Neighbourhood drop in surgery to deal with Climate Camp concerns
Neighbourhood officers will be holding daily drop-in police surgeries at the Village Hall in High Halstow over the next week so that residents can raise any concerns they have about issues linked to the climate camp set up near Hoo.
2008-08-01 17:00:00
Major new highway depot opens its doors
Kent Highways Services (KHS) has opened the doors today to its £9.7m, environmentally friendly depot, which has been constructed to improve the way KHS works and deliver a better service to Kent.
2008-08-01 00:00:00
Council points that way to an improved rail service
Sevenoaks District Council is asking central government to make significant improvements on the Uckfield and the Tonbridge to Redhill rail lines when the operating franchise is renewed next year.
2008-08-01 00:00:00
Ashford-Brussels Euro-link rises again
Kent County Council Leader Paul Carter has welcomed the announcement by Eurostar (link opens in a new window) of new services from Ashford to Brussels starting with the new timetable in December.
2008-07-31 00:00:00
Major improvement works completed
Kent Highway Services has completed major improvement works to the junction of A254 Ramsgate Road and College Road (Victoria traffic lights). The works started at the end of March and were completed on schedule last week.
2008-07-31 00:00:00
‘Make It' In the Zone!
Arts and crafts will be the order of the day, when the ‘In the Zone’ summer programme enters its second week next Monday (4 August).
2008-07-31 00:00:00
Two found guilty of Redman murder
Two people have been found guilty of the murder of 22 year old David Redman and have been sentenced to life imprisonment.
2008-07-31 00:00:00
LINk host announced
Kent County Council has announced the host organisation that has been appointed to support the Kent LINk - Kent and Medway Networks (KMN). KMN has previously been a forum support organisation for the former Patient and Public Involvement Forums.
2008-07-31 00:00:00
Go for gold with the Summer Reading Challenge
Kent's libraries are running a fantastic Summer Reading Challenge that will have all 4 to 12 year olds racing down to their local libraries to win bronze, silver and gold awards.
2008-07-30 00:00:00
