Decision made on future of St Joseph's
Kent County Council Cabinet Member John Simmonds has made a decision following the public consultation on the proposal to close St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Aylesham.
2006-11-06 00:00:00
Decision made on future of Hothfield
Kent County Council Cabinet Member for Education and School Improvement John Simmonds has made a decision on the proposal to close Hothfield Village Primary School.
2006-11-06 00:00:00
Record fine for restaurant with an odour problem
The owners of an Indian restaurant that caused a serious odour nuisance to nearby residents for many months has been ordered to pay more than £9,000 by Sevenoaks Magistrates' after action by the District Council.
2006-11-06 00:00:00
Help the Council keep its standards up
Sevenoaks District Council is looking to appoint an independent member of the public to its Standards Committee to help ensure both its councillors and local parish councillors work to the high ethical standards expected of them by the public.
2006-11-06 00:00:00
Get into policing without pounding the beat
The Kent Police Authority is looking for four new independent members to join them as the voice of the people.
2006-11-06 00:00:00
Three men appear in court after New Romney building society incident
Three men have appeared before magistrates on charges following an incident at the Nationwide Building Society in New Romney on Tuesday evening in which a 41-year-old man was shot and fatally wounded by armed Metropolitan Police officers.
2006-11-03 18:15:00
Three men charged after New Romney building society incident
Three men have been charged following an incident at the Nationwide Building Society in New Romney on Tuesday evening in which a 41-year-old man was shot and fatally wounded by armed Metropolitan Police officers.
2006-11-03 14:00:00
Prize winners from adult learning centre
Six year old Holly Smith from Canterbury is reaping the benefits of going to the opening of the impressive Canterbury Adult Education Centre in September.
2006-11-03 00:00:00
Excellent support for library's future
"Tell us what you want," was the challenge put to local people on Wednesday night (1 November) by Kent County Council's Head of Libraries and Archives Cath Anley, at a meeting to discuss how Ashen Drive Library should be improved.
2006-11-03 00:00:00
Sparkler safety
Make sure your Bonfire Night is spectacular but safe, that's the message for everyone involved with fireworks this weekend.
2006-11-03 00:00:00
Dame Kelly Holmes opens children's centre
Dame Kelly Holmes has opened Kent County Council's new £2.1million resource centre and respite unit for disabled children.
2006-11-03 00:00:00
Tim stands up for Kent products
Tim Read is the new chief executive of the county's 'buy local' promoter, Produced in Kent (link opens in a new window).
2006-11-03 00:00:00
Could adoption be your option?
A drive to recruit more families to adopt children in Kent gets underway on Monday when National Adoption Week begins.
2006-11-03 00:00:00
National Consumer week targets big spenders
This year's theme for National Consumer Week (20 to 24 November 2006) is 'Hey Big Spender - take a little advice from us' and it will focus on the major purchases consumers make, the things that can go wrong and where to get help and advice.
2006-11-02 00:00:00
Market Square parking times extended
Following requests from local traders, Sevenoaks District Council has reinstated the two hour parking limit in Market Square, Westerham.
2006-11-02 00:00:00
Residents asked to help shape the future of Swanley town centre
Swanley residents can help shape new design guidance that will be used to decide any future redevelopment of Swanley town centre at a one-day exhibition during November.
2006-11-02 00:00:00
Hop on down to new dance classes
Sevenoaks residents can end 2006 on a healthy note following the extension of an exciting dance project to the town.
2006-11-02 00:00:00
Turf cut at East Kent centre for disabled children
The first turf has been cut for the new state-of-the-art £3 million centre for disabled children and their families from East Kent.
2006-11-01 00:00:00
Are vegie crisps healthy?
Now that it is known that children who eat one pack of crisps every day may consume up to five litres of cooking oil in a year, crisps made from vegetables, such as parsnip and sweet potato, are becoming increasingly popular.
2006-11-01 00:00:00
Treats for Hamstreet Halloween
No tricks - just plenty of treats for young people in Hamstreet village last night.
2006-11-01 00:00:00
Highway work in Nonington
Essential road works in Sandwich Road, Nonington start on Monday 6 November to strengthen the carriageway with patching works.
2006-11-01 00:00:00
Fatal shooting in New Romney
The Independent Police Complaints Commission will conduct an independent investigation into the shooting of a 42-year-old man in New Romney.
2006-11-01 00:00:00
Don't be a firework fool - play safe this bonfire night
Fooling around with fireworks is both dangerous and irresponsible and Kent Police will be out in force this bonfire night with new powers to clamp down on anti-social behaviour.
2006-11-01 00:00:00
Graffiti wall reduces unwanted graffiti
A graffiti wall in Staplehurst village, which has helped to reduce anti-social behaviour, has proved so popular it has been whitewashed and is now ready for some more urban art.
2006-10-31 00:00:00
Sick trees in Folkestone
Fourteen diseased trees in Folkestone have to be felled because they are a danger to the public.
2006-10-31 00:00:00
Kent's history on film
Kent County Council's Archive and Local History Service will host the premiere of a specially commissioned film about the county, which uses footage from each decade since 1895.
2006-10-31 00:00:00
Safer Shepway
Strong partnerships are helping to build stronger and safer communities and reduce anti-social behaviour and the fear of crime.
2006-10-31 00:00:00
Canvass team hits the road to help registration returns
With District and town and parish council elections planned for May 2007, Sevenoaks District Council is urging residents to make sure they return their electoral registration forms so that they don't forfeit their right to vote.
2006-10-31 00:00:00
Voluntary groups can still cash in on grants
Local voluntary and charitable organisations are being reminded they have under three weeks left to apply for grant funding to help them with their work over the next financial year.
2006-10-31 00:00:00
Uniform community safety in Tonbridge and Malling
Kent County Council's Community Wardens and Kent Police Community Support Officers are helping to create safer and stronger communities through a highly visible reassuring presence throughout Tonbridge and Malling.
2006-10-30 00:00:00
Incredible mind at Faversham Library
Kent County Council's Faversham Library will be welcoming author Daniel Tammet on Thursday 9 November at 7:30pm to talk about his new book Born On A Blue Day.
2006-10-30 00:00:00
Coming together to improve neighborhoods
Tackling crime and focussing on the safety of Kent's communities will be top of the agenda when representatives from The Home Office, Kent County Council, Kent Police and the Kent Police Authority come together on 31 October.
2006-10-30 00:00:00
Webb Sisters to visit County Hall
Kent County Council will welcome Kent born pop stars The Webb Sisters to a meeting of Full Council on Thursday 2 November.
2006-10-30 00:00:00
Affordable housing set for Chiddingstone
Chiddingstone residents looking to buy a property for the first time could benefit from some new affordable housing in the town.
2006-10-30 00:00:00
Chairman backs poppy appeal 2006
Sevenoaks District Council’s Chairman, Cllr Alison Cook, is appealing to the local community for its generous support for the Royal British Legion’s ‘Poppy appeal’.
2006-10-30 00:00:00
'Trick or treat' not 'harass and cheat'
Kent Police is urging parents and children to take a safe and responsible attitude to make sure the elderly do not feel vulnerable and that children stay safe.
2006-10-30 00:00:00
Dartford's taste of 2012 Olympics
Dartford residents were treated to a powerful clip of film from the London Olympic bid at the Kent County Council Dartford Local Board public meeting on Wednesday night.
2006-10-27 00:00:00
Don't pay the price for late payment of Council Tax
Residents of the District are being reminded that if you do not keep up with your Council Tax payments it could cost you more than you think!
2006-10-27 00:00:00
Community surgery in Meopham
Meopham locals will have the chance to share their views at a drop-in community surgery organised by KCC community wardens and a police officer.
2006-10-26 00:00:00
International extravaganza at Shepway Youth Centre
Kent County Council's Youth Service will celebrate world cultures when it hosts an international evening for the young people and adults who work with the Service.
2006-10-26 00:00:00
Kent and Essex tackle traffic together
Leaders of Kent and Essex County Councils, Paul Carter and Lord Hanningfield met today to celebrate their success in getting the Government to move on a feasibility study into a third Thames Crossing.
2006-10-26 00:00:00
Kent wins FSA grant for nutrition initiative
Kent County Council has won a grant of £7000 from the Food Standards Agency, one of 12 awards made to local authorities as part of this year's Food Hygiene and Nutrition Initiative.
2006-10-26 00:00:00
Better services for people with learning
disabilities
How to improve services for people with a learning disability from black and minority ethnic communities will be the focus of a Kent County Council event in Gravesend on 26 October.
2006-10-25 00:00:00
Youth poll about voting at age 16
From 2pm on Thursday 2 November, young people across Kent will be given the opportunity to vote online, on whether the voting age in the UK should be lowered to 16.
2006-10-25 00:00:00
Community spirit alive in Edenbridge
It was standing room only at the public meeting of the Kent County Council Sevenoaks Local Board on Monday night.
2006-10-25 00:00:00
Policing the family way
A 'policing family' is helping to make the Thanet district a safer place for everyone.
2006-10-25 00:00:00
Kent takes funding case to Westminster
Kent public services took their case for fair funding to Westminster today (Tuesday 24 October).
2006-10-24 00:00:00
Warning for wet weather drivers
Drivers are urged to take extra care today following the heavy rainfall across Kent.
2006-10-24 00:00:00
Brighter futures for older people
Older people in Kent are invited to find out about how they can stay well, independent and happy in their own homes, with the help of the Brighter Futures scheme.
2006-10-24 00:00:00
Turfcutting at East Kent Centre for disabled kids
Construction will begin on the new East Kent Resource Centre for disabled children and their families, when the first turf is cut tomorrow (Thursday, 26 October).
2006-10-24 00:00:00
Force performance 'remarkable' in exceptional year
Despite a year of exceptional demand, Kent Police is still providing a satisfactory service to people in the county, Home Office figures published on Tuesday, 24 October reveal.
2006-10-24 00:00:00
Tour de France returns to Kent in 2007
It is now only months until the world famous Tour de France returns to the UK, speeding through hundreds of towns and villages in Kent and Medway and taking in some of the most beautiful scenery in the country.
2006-10-24 00:00:00
Calling all young voters to virtual poll
Young people across Kent will be able to cast their vote online on whether the voting age in the UK should be lowered to 16.
2006-10-24 00:00:00
Sandgate Parish Council Library now open
Kent County Council Libraries and Archives and the new Sandgate Parish Council (link opens in a new window) have teamed up to provide library services for the people of Sandgate.
2006-10-23 00:00:00
Young people to share Spirit of Tryangle Awards
The winners of the 2006 Spirit of TryAngle Awards will be announced on Sunday 29 October at Kent County Council's annual award presentation ceremony.
2006-10-23 00:00:00
New pool table for Pembury youth club
A youth club in Pembury now has some new equipment to help keep youngsters entertained during the dark winter months.
2006-10-23 00:00:00
Get a taste of Fairtrade!
Local businesses can find out how they can support Fairtrade in Sevenoaks at a special Fairtrade Coffee Evening tomorrow (Tuesday 24 October).
2006-10-23 00:00:00
