Appeal to property owners
Kent Police is urgently appealing to property owners to volunteer vacant buildings, damaged or undamaged, for use in training firearms officers.
2007-10-12 00:00:00
Appeal to identify man found dead in Folkestone continues
Police are re-issuing a computer image of a man whose body was found at the foot of a railway viaduct in Folkestone in a further attempt to identify him.
2007-10-11 00:00:00
Youth Service staff rewarded
Three Kent County Council Youth Service staff who work at the Sk8side centre in Ashford have been commended for their professionalism and leadership during a visit to the Kent Mountain Centre, and will receive certificates during a special presentation on
2007-10-11 00:00:00
Tackling unplanned teenage pregnancy
A unique partnership drive to cut the number of unplanned teenage pregnancies in Kent and Northern France has completed its first phase.
2007-10-11 00:00:00
Stay safe this autumn
To some people, the clocks going back means darker evenings and the coming excitement of Halloween and Bonfire Night. But what is fun for some, can cause misery to others.
2007-10-10 00:00:00
KCC responds to Chancellor's Review
Paul Carter, Leader of Kent County Council, today responded to the Chancellor's Comprehensive Spending Review statement and said. "The outlook looks bleak for local government and council taxpayers. Senior finance officers at Kent County Council have ind
2007-10-10 00:00:00
KHS helps young offenders
Eight young offenders have restored a wildlife area near Gillingham during a volunteering day organised by Kent Highway Services (KHS).
2007-10-10 00:00:00
Calling former residents of Alderden House
Former residents and staff who remember Alderden House in Deal are invited to come along to say hello and goodbye at a party later this month to mark the closure of this Kent County Council children's home.
2007-10-09 00:00:00
Green fingered youngsters working hard in village
A group of young people from Rusthall have begun transforming an abandoned allotment in the village, with the help of Kent County Council Community Warden Ariana Sutton.
2007-10-09 00:00:00
Secondary admissions deadline looms
Parents are being encouraged to use online technology to select their son or daughter's future secondary school.
2007-10-09 00:00:00
Kent's coastline reveals its secrets
A nine-day festival boasting more than 30 events has been put together to show off the delights and secrets of Kent's coast.
2007-10-08 00:00:00
Big fight to beat floods
A big new weapon has been brought in to help fight the floods on Kent's busy roads.
2007-10-08 00:00:00
Turner contemporary artist wins Stirling Prize
David Chipperfield Architects Ltd were announced winners of the prestigious RIBA Stirling Prize on Saturday 6 October for their Museum of Modern Literature in Marbach, Germany during a televised awards ceremony. The annual award recogn
2007-10-08 00:00:00
Support for voluntary and community groups
Local voluntary and charitable organisations are being invited to apply for grant funding to help them with their work over the next financial year.
2007-10-05 00:00:00
Wildlife loving residents pick up awards
Green fingered residents from across the District were rewarded for making their gardens more friendly for local wildlife last week as part of the 'Gardening for Wildlife' awards scheme.
2007-10-05 00:00:00
A bright future for Thanet - developments for the
Isle
Local residents are invited to come along and take part in discussions on important regeneration initiatives for Thanet - including the Building Schools for the Future programme.
2007-10-05 00:00:00
Scrutiny Committee examines home care charging
policy
Proposals to change the way Kent County Council charges people for home care services were called into question last week by the council's Cabinet Scrutiny Committee.
2007-10-05 00:00:00
Help get Sevenoaks District moving
Local people are being asked to help the Council find solutions to complex transport challenges in the coming decades at a conference in Sevenoaks later this month.
2007-10-04 00:00:00
Internet safety conference
Kent Police, in conjunction with Kent County Council, is holding a one-day conference on Friday 5 October to help raise awareness of the dangers of using the internet.
2007-10-04 00:00:00
Routine maintenance to A228 and A229
Kent Highway Services will start routine maintenance work to the A229 Bluebell Hill between Cobtree roundabout and Medway boundary on Monday 8 October for a period of two weeks.
2007-10-04 00:00:00
A milestone for Kent's adult learners
Kent Adult Education Service has announced the 5000th Skills Plus learner to attend one of their Skills Plus Centres.
2007-10-04 00:00:00
National interest in Kent's drug and alcohol
services
Kent County Council's Drug, Alcohol and Action Team (KDAAT) have been nationally recognised as pioneers of initiatives which tackle substance misuse issues affecting young people.
2007-10-04 00:00:00
Leader of KCC opens new building at Wrotham Road Primary
School
Paul Carter, Leader of Kent County Council and Councillor Peggy Oakeshott, Mayor of Gravesham, officially opened new buildings at Wrotham Road Primary School on Friday 28 September.
2007-10-03 00:00:00
Save time and make your planning application online
Submitting a planning application will soon become much easier and quicker when a new online facility becomes available in the coming days.
2007-10-02 00:00:00
Explore Kent calendar out now
Kent County Council has just released the Explore Kent calendar for 2008, which features stunning images of the county as well as fantastic ideas for exploring Kent's countryside and coast.
2007-10-02 00:00:00
Changes to home care services charges
Kent County Council is changing the way it charges people for home care services. The changes, which will take effect on October 22, will bring Kent more into line with charging levels around the country, but keeps them lower than comparable authorities.
2007-10-02 00:00:00
Sevenoaks District Council tops best council poll
Sevenoaks District Council has been named in the top five best councils to work for in the country, and the best in the South-East according to the Times newspaper.
2007-10-01 00:00:00
Landlords' Forum gears up for new Local Housing Allowance
Landlords from across West Kent are invited to attend a meeting of the West Kent Landlords’ Forum on Thursday 11 October to find out more about the new Local Housing Allowance.
2007-10-01 00:00:00
Committed to reducing climate change
Future generations in the District could benefit for years to come with the signing of an innovative declaration addressing the issue of climate change later this month.
2007-10-01 00:00:00
Kick Racism Out of Football tournament
Kick Racism Out of Football is the message behind Kent County Council Youth Service's county wide football tournament for young people this October, which will celebrate Black History Month.
2007-10-01 00:00:00
Schools turn on the WoW factor to tackle congestion
Over 130 Kent primary schools will be trying a new initiative called Walk on Wednesday from this week as part of National Walk to School month in October.
2007-10-01 00:00:00
Appeal for witnesses after man is stabbed in Ashford
Kent Police are appealing for information after a man was stabbed in a car park by Heron House, Baileys Field, Ashford at about 6.30pm on Friday 28 September.
2007-09-29 00:00:00
Protecting the District's heritage
More of the District's many historic areas and buildings, will be protected and enhanced for future generations following the latest round of conservation area boundary reviews.
2007-09-28 00:00:00
What are your Councillors worth?
Residents who would like to help their local district or borough council set councillors' allowances are being invited to join an independent panel.
2007-09-28 00:00:00
Man given indeterminate sentence for rape
Police have praised the bravery and vigilance of a woman who demonstrated great presence of mind following a terrifying rape ordeal.
2007-09-28 00:00:00
‘Tug’ of love patrol car comes home to Kent Police
A patrol car from the 1980s is being driven home to the traffic department at Kent Police next week after being lovingly restored by a former officer.
2007-09-28 00:00:00
Healthy Schools are food for thought
Think of a healthy school and you probably imagine lunchtimes with succulent salads and plenty of fruit.
2007-09-28 00:00:00
Celebrating Black History Month
The largest ever line-up of activities in Kent is planned to celebrate Black History Month.
2007-09-28 00:00:00
Dedicated team at Kent Police reduce rural crime
The Chief Constable of Kent Police, Mike Fuller, is today meeting with representatives from the National Farmers Union (NFU) to discuss ways to further reduce rural crime and anti-social behaviour.
2007-09-27 00:00:00
Routine maintenance to A206 Bob Dunn Way
Kent Highway Services will start routine maintenance work to the A206 Bob Dunn Way, formerly known as University Way, on Monday 1 October for a period of five days.
2007-09-27 00:00:00
Man arrested in hunt for doctor's killer
Detectives investigating the murder of a consultant paediatrician from Dartford have this morning arrested a man.
2007-09-26 00:00:00
Online access guide opens up the District for disabled people
People with disabilities and older people will soon be able to benefit from a new online guide to local venues providing information about their accessibility for a range of impairments and conditions.
2007-09-26 00:00:00
Adult education students celebrate success
Top achievers from further education colleges and organisations throughout the county were presented with Kent Adult Learning Awards from Kent County Council's Adult Education Service at a special ceremony on Monday.
2007-09-26 00:00:00
Open Golf returns to Sandwich
A massive multi million pound cash boost, visitors from around the globe, international media attention and the top golfers in the world are being given a big open welcome with news today that the Open Golf Tournament is returning to Sandwich.
2007-09-26 00:00:00
Swanley gets in the mood for dancing!
Swanley residents can step back in time and dance the afternoon away to music from the 40s, 50s and 60s when the next tea dance comes to the town in a few weeks time.
2007-09-25 00:00:00
Raising awareness of diversity groups and cultures in Edenbridge
A free educational workshop open to organisations, groups and individuals to raise awareness of mental health issues will mark the fifteenth annual commemoration of a global campaign next month.
2007-09-25 00:00:00
Deputy Chief Constable to take up new role
Kent Police’s Deputy Chief Constable Jim Barker-McCardle is to take up a new role at the National Policing Improvement Agency.
2007-09-25 00:00:00
Schools earn Quality Mark for literacy and numeracy
The Quality Mark programme supports schools in raising standards in literacy and numeracy. The 10 elements that schools have to aspire to include action planning, analysis of a pupil's progress, identifying any underachievement and putting appropriate sup
2007-09-25 00:00:00
Study explores response of Kent wildlife to climate
change
The conclusions of a three-year biodiversity study that includes Kent's wildlife will be under the spotlight at a conference being held at County Hall on Thursday, 27 September.
2007-09-25 00:00:00
Partners take to Swanley's streets
In the first of its kind, representatives from local councils, housing associations, the fire and police services and local residents took to the streets of Swanley to jointly evaluate problems with the appearance of the area and to draw up plans to impro
2007-09-24 00:00:00
Council seeks views on its accounts
Sevenoaks District Council is keen to hear local people's views on how it presents financial information to the public.
2007-09-24 00:00:00
