Education on the right track
Primary school league tables published today (7 December) by the Department of Education and Skills show that encouraging results are being achieved in Kent schools.
2006-12-07 00:00:00
Dover Town Neighbourhood Forum
Lorries clogging up rural roads, the hazards of rat runs and the need for better highway infrastructures to cope with new housing developments were the main topics at last night's first-ever meeting of the Dover North Neighbourhood Forum.
2006-12-07 00:00:00
New guide to Saxon Shore Way
Walk off the winter blues with Kent County Council's new guide to the Saxon Shore Way.
2006-12-07 00:00:00
A breath of fresh air for Dover
Residents can find out more about plans to improve air quality throughout Dover, especially around the busy docks and town centre, at the first meeting of the Dover Town Neighbourhood Forum.
2006-12-06 00:00:00
Commitment to Lympne children
KCC Leader Paul Carter on Monday (4 December) re-affirmed the county council's commitment to rebuilding Lympne CE Primary School, which was totally destroyed by fire earlier this year.
2006-12-06 00:00:00
Safer homes in Lamberhurst
More than 25 elderly and vulnerable people living in Lamberhurst have joined a nominated neighbour scheme to help make them feel more secure in their own homes.
2006-12-06 00:00:00
Call to end Stack chaos
As Operation Stack came into force again last night (5 December), Kent County Council renewed its call on the Government to end the traffic disruption.
2006-12-06 00:00:00
Gateway to success
Customers have given the thumbs up to the pioneering Ashford Gateway centre.
2006-12-06 00:00:00
Playhouse moves into the digital age
Sevenoaks District Council has welcomed the news that the Sevenoaks Playhouse has installed and will shortly be using the first of two digital projectors for its cinemas.
2006-12-06 00:00:00
Operation Stack is implemented on M20
Operation Stack is being implemented on the M20 tonight (Tuesday 5 December) because of a backlog of freight trying to use the Channel ports.
2006-12-05 17:00:00
Hersden heralds new sports hall
Pupils, staff and supporters will celebrate the opening of the £700,000 Shaw Sports Centre at Hersden Primary School on Wednesday 6 December.
2006-12-04 00:00:00
Longport trees to be replaced
Eight diseased trees in Longport, Canterbury, have to be felled for safety reasons. They are so close to the road that they are creating a potential danger.
2006-12-04 00:00:00
Partners appoint public health professional
Eastern and Coastal Kent PCT, West Kent PCT and Kent County Council are delighted to announce the appointment of a Public Health Director who will work across all three organisations for the benefit of the Kent community.
2006-12-04 00:00:00
Future bright for Kent kids
Young people in the county have access to some of the best services in the country according to the findings of this year's Annual Performance Assessment (APA) of Children's Services in Kent.
2006-12-04 00:00:00
Independent watchdog says KCC is a top performer
The Audit Commission, the independent body responsible for ensuring public money is well spent, today gave Kent County Council the maximum level four rating for its use of resources including the vital area of financial management.
2006-12-04 00:00:00
Food for thought for local businesses
A number of catering businesses from across the District found out about new hygiene standards at an inaugural food safety seminar held recently.
2006-12-04 00:00:00
Time running out to return housing survey
Local residents are being reminded there is just over a week left for them to have their say on the housing needs and future housing plans of the District.
2006-12-04 00:00:00
New crossing on Station Road
Pedestrians crossing Station Road in Lyminge, at the junction with Wentworth Close, will find it easier after a new zebra crossing is installed.
2006-12-01 00:00:00
Awards for school governance stars
Governors and school clerks were among those honoured at an awards dinner hosted by KCC last week (23 November), in recognition of the work and dedication of those involved in school governance.
2006-12-01 00:00:00
Canterbury sees the future
A DVD focusing on major plans for Kent over the coming four years, hosted by TV weather presenter Kaddy Lee-Preston, will be the star of the show at a meeting in Canterbury this month.
2006-12-01 00:00:00
Poppin club attracts interest
A club for older people in East Malling has attracted interest from national Government.
2006-12-01 00:00:00
Man charged with rape remanded in custody
A man has appeared before magistrates on Thursday 30 November accused of raping a 22-year-old woman in Maidstone in the early hours of Sunday 26 November.
2006-11-30 00:00:00
Offending farmers face fines
Farmers in East Kent who do not comply with the law by restoring public rights of way are facing a clampdown.
2006-11-30 00:00:00
More room on Whitehill Road
A scheme to widen a section of Whitehill Road, Longfield, has just been completed four days ahead of schedule.
2006-11-30 00:00:00
Commission rates Kent Adult Services the best
Kent County Council Adult Services has been awarded the top possible rating by national inspectors for the fifth year running.
2006-11-30 00:00:00
Operation Stack still in place on M20
Kent Police is continuing to urge drivers to avoid the M20 from junction 8 coastbound towards Dover as this stretch of the motorway continues to be used to stack a backlog of traffic caused by strike action in Calais – although the French port is now op
2006-11-29 15:00:00
Tune in to a live Cabinet debate
From 10am on 4 December, KCC's Cabinet will discuss the council's budget as well as its plans to deliver a 21 century highway service and tackle obesity.
2006-11-29 00:00:00
Leaders debate local government future
Debate at the next Maidstone Local Board meeting will focus on what the Local Government White Paper means for Kent's county, district and parish councils.
2006-11-29 00:00:00
Kent's new youth leaders to be revealed
The results of the Kent Youth County Council elections will be declared at a special ceremony at County Hall on Saturday, 2 December at 12 noon.
2006-11-29 00:00:00
5.3% grant cut for Kent
The amount of money the Government provides to support public services at Kent County Council to supplement residents' council tax contribution is diminishing.
2006-11-29 00:00:00
East Folkestone schools hit the target
The East Folkestone Local Learning Group, made up of 14 Shepway schools, has achieved great success in its Mini Public Service Agreement targets and will receive almost £220,000.
2006-11-29 00:00:00
Next stage for the Playhouse
Following the reopening of the Sevenoaks Playhouse, Sevenoaks District Council is now planning to appoint long-term management to run the arts complex from next year.
2006-11-29 00:00:00
Accessible services for people with disabilities
A Disability Equality Scheme is being launched with the aim of helping people with disabilities when they have contact with Kent Police.
2006-11-29 00:00:00
Highway work in Monkton
Essential road works are currently underway along the A253 Canterbury Road, Monkton.
2006-11-28 00:00:00
Waste not - recycle a lot in Ashford
Reducing waste and increasing recycling is a top priority for Ashford as the borough prepares for unprecedented housing growth.
2006-11-28 00:00:00
West Kingsdown man prosecuted for breaching planning conditions
A West Kingsdown business man has been successfully prosecuted by Sevenoaks District Council after his business was found to be operating outside of its permitted hours.
2006-11-28 00:00:00
Horton Kirby Paper Mill planning application gets the green light!
Horton Kirby and South Darenth residents will soon benefit from over £600,000 worth of improvements to community and educational facilities in the area after formal planning permission was granted to redevelop the Horton Kirby Paper Mill site earlier
2006-11-28 00:00:00
Respect Awards celebrate Kent's young people
Young people from across Kent have been honoured following the announcement of the winners of the county’s Respect Awards.
2006-11-28 00:00:00
KCC chief executive shortlisted for top award
Kent County Council Chief Executive Peter Gilroy has narrowly missed out on a top new award to acknowledge the work of leading men and women in the public sector.
2006-11-28 00:00:00
Praise for county's volunteers
More than 650 nominations for both individuals and groups were received from across the county for the 2006 Kent County Council Kent Awards for Volunteering Excellence.
2006-11-27 00:00:00
Kaleidoscope library set to open
Kent County Council's newest library, the Sevenoaks Kaleidoscope, will open its doors to the public for the first time at 9am on Monday 4 December, after a major £2.26m modernisation project.
2006-11-27 00:00:00
Crawford Centre impresses
A learning disability centre on the Isle of Sheppey has shown off its facilities to KCC Cabinet Member for Adult Services Kevin Lynes, who was impressed by what he saw.
2006-11-27 00:00:00
£900 raised by West View Santa's Fayre
About 150 people braved storms and winds on Saturday 25 November to attend a Santa's Fayre at a care home which raised a staggering £900.
2006-11-27 00:00:00
Swanley youngsters get back to nature!
Over 30 young people from Swanley got up close and personal with some rather exotic creatures recently.
2006-11-27 00:00:00
Edenbridge residents can feel the benefit of new service
Edenbridge residents with Housing and Council Tax Benefits queries will soon be able to make use of an enhanced service that will be in the town from next month.
2006-11-27 00:00:00
The electronic way to have your say on the budget
Local residents are being encouraged to have their say on Sevenoaks District Council's financial priorities for the coming year via the Council's website.
2006-11-27 00:00:00
Air quality improvement plan agreed
Plans to improve air quality in five areas of Sevenoaks District where atmospheric pollution exceeds Government targets have been agreed.
2006-11-27 00:00:00
Tree feller cut down to size
A Sevenoaks resident who cut down a large protected tree without permission has been ordered to pay £800 by the courts after action by Sevenoaks District Council.
2006-11-24 00:00:00
Soldier who died at Lydd is identified
The soldier who died during an exercise at Lydd ranges yesterday has been identified as Guardsman Ian Wright.
2006-11-24 00:00:00
Licensing laws - one year on
Strong partnerships and initiatives along with proactive policing continue to benefit people enjoying nightlife across Kent during the first year of the new licensing laws.
2006-11-24 00:00:00
New police station to open soon in Medway
A new police station designed to meet the needs of modern policing in Medway has been handed over to the Kent Police Authority today (Friday, 24 November).
2006-11-24 00:00:00
Bidders to build schools announced
Kent County Council yesterday (22 November) announced the consortia which are bidding for the first of its Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programmes in Gravesham, Thanet and Swale.
2006-11-23 00:00:00
Traffic calming in Lambarde Road
Following requests from residents, work begins next month to introduce a series of traffic calming measures designed to slow driver speeds along Lambarde Road, Sevenoaks.
2006-11-23 00:00:00
Constables to travel in twos
Kent Police Chief Constable Mike Fuller is encouraging his staff to join Kent County Council's Kentcarshare and cut down on individual car journeys.
2006-11-23 00:00:00
Traders fined for selling alcohol to kids
Following a recent Under Age Sales campaign, Kent Trading Standards has successfully prosecuted two Kent traders for selling alcohol to children.
2006-11-23 00:00:00
