CCTV image issued after robbery in Bearsted
Police have issued an image of a man they would like to speak to following a robbery near Maidstone early in the afternoon on Friday 20 October.
2006-10-23 00:00:00
Halloween and bonfire night safety
The half-term holiday, Halloween and bonfire night will be the focus of a three week Kent Police initiative to stop anti-social behaviour.
2006-10-23 00:00:00
Roadmap for Maidstone and Kent's future
Maidstone's highway network and Kent's future topped the agenda of the well-attended Kent County Council Maidstone Local Board in Staplehurst on Thursday 19 October.
2006-10-23 00:00:00
Hike in crossing charge 'outrageous'
Higher charges planned for daytime drivers using the Dartford Crossing are outrageous, says Kent County Council Cabinet Member for Highways Keith Ferrin. He said drivers were already being penalised with little benefit for Kent and to ramp up the daily c
2006-10-20 00:00:00
Locals have their say on Sheppey schools
Parents, residents and teachers are all taking the opportunity to have their voices heard on plans to reorganise school provision across the Isle of Sheppey. Public consultation meetings are currently underway on proposals to reduce surplus places in the
2006-10-20 00:00:00
Tasty produce for awards
Some fresh faces are in the running for the prestigious Taste of Kent Awards this year. Customers who enjoy the finer things in life have already picked their favourite local products, and there are some newcomers as well as familiar names. The winners
2006-10-20 00:00:00
FACE service gets new van
Getting odd jobs done around the house like gardening and decorating is a challenge for many but especially for people who are older or have a severe disability. Hundreds of Swale residents in this situation rely on the Faversham Assistance Centre (FACE)
2006-10-20 00:00:00
Streets improved in Guildhall North
Work begins on Monday to improve the junctions and safety of roads in the Guildhall North Neighbourhood Renewal Area. Kent Highway Services has been commissioned by Shepway District Council to do the work as part of its drive to revitalise the area. The
2006-10-20 00:00:00
It's a people thing!
For the fourth time in a row, Sevenoaks District Council has been awarded the prestigious Investors in People accreditation.
2006-10-20 00:00:00
Swanley residents can get in a spin!
Swanley residents of all ages can take some dance tips from the experts when a professional dance team appear in the town for one night only!
2006-10-20 00:00:00
Time to face the music and dance for Edenbridge residents
Edenbridge residents will be able to relive classic music of a bygone age when the magical era of afternoon tea dances returns to the town by popular demand next month.
2006-10-20 00:00:00
Man guilty of murder of Faversham couple
A man has been convicted of murdering elderly married couple Terry and Vera Martin at their home in Faversham in January.
2006-10-20 00:00:00
Young achievers awarded in Gravesend
Gravesend has honoured fifty teenagers who have won national achievement awards after overcoming problems in their lives.
2006-10-20 00:00:00
Adult students from Dartford score 100% pass rate
Adult education students from the Dartford area are on their way to becoming full-time professional therapists after they achieved a 100% pass rate in their therapy courses.
2006-10-19 00:00:00
'Wake up' call as bypass opens
Kent County Council Leader Paul Carter sounded a 'wake up' call to Government as he opened the £28 million Leybourne and West Malling Bypass. Mr Carter said the County Council would continue to press the Government for the funds for more roads and c
2006-10-19 00:00:00
Young people behind the mikes at Radio Kent
Ten young people from KCC Youth Service projects will take part in a training day at BBC Radio Kent this Saturday (21 October) from 9am to 3pm, in preparation for hosting the John Warnett breakfast show.
2006-10-19 00:00:00
Supervise the sparklers
In the lead up to next month's Bonfire Night, Kent Trading Standards (link opens in a new window) is urging retailers and consumers to remember that fireworks are explosives and should be sold and used responsibly.
2006-10-19 00:00:00
Drop-in advice sessions for Edenbridge youth
Kent County Council's Youth Service is preparing for the launch of a new information service for young people in the Edenbridge Centre on Four Elms Road.
2006-10-19 00:00:00
Roll up to see into Kent's future
Watch a new DVD outlining Kent County Council's plans for the future of Kent, hear about the effects of the ageing population and also have a chance to win a Produced in Kent hamper at the next public meeting of the Kent County Council Tunbridge Wells Lo
2006-10-19 00:00:00
Winning the dog fouling war
Two Kent County Council Community Wardens have been working hard to help reduce dog fouling in Meopham and Vigo.
2006-10-19 00:00:00
Kent in top 20 for preventing youth offending
Kent's Youth Offending Service has been recognised as one of the top 20 teams in the country for its work to reduce and prevent youth offending. Out of 156 teams nationwide, the Youth Offending Service was scored highly by the Youth Justice Board for i
2006-10-18 00:00:00
Kent in top 20 for preventing youth offending
Kent's Youth Offending Service has been recognised as one of the top 20 teams in the country for its work to reduce and prevent youth offending. Out of 156 teams nationwide, the Youth Offending Service was scored highly by the Youth Justice Board for i
2006-10-18 00:00:00
School children to question Council leader
Year 11 pupils at Valley Park Community School will have the chance to debate politics with Kent County Council Leader Paul Carter tomorrow (Thursday 19 October) as part of Local Democracy Week.
2006-10-18 00:00:00
Kent gets ahead on climate change
While the Government is signalling its intent to bring forward possible legislation, KCC has already conducted a nine-month investigation into the effects of climate change in the county. A 160-page detailed report went to Cabinet today.
2006-10-17 00:00:00
Safer crossing on Spitfire Way
Crossing the busy Spitfire Way in Hawkinge will be made easier and safer in a few weeks time once a new pedestrian crossing is installed.
2006-10-17 00:00:00
A week of Thanet tales
Kent County Council's Thanet Libraries are hosting a week of talks, workshops and events to celebrate local authors and their work.
2006-10-17 00:00:00
Canterbury foster carers win award
The outstanding work of Canterbury couple Jackie and Andrew Douglas was recognised this week when they won a Kent County Council award for foster carers. Jackie and Andrew are one of 14 couples in Kent providing care to some of the county's most traumat
2006-10-17 00:00:00
Kick racism out of football
To celebrate Black History Month this October, Kent County Council's Kent Youth Service has organised the following Kick Racism Out Of Football events.
2006-10-17 00:00:00
Residents can have their say on plans
Residents can have their say on two important documents when a series of public exhibitions take place across the District in the coming weeks.
2006-10-17 00:00:00
Have your say on play
People across the District are being asked for their views on a new draft strategy that aims to increase free play provision in the area.
2006-10-17 00:00:00
Swanley 8 to 12s reach new heights
Young people from Swanley got an 'eyeful' of London recently when they were taken on a fun packed trip around the capital.
2006-10-17 00:00:00
Sevenoaks parking review underway
One of the biggest ever reviews of on-street parking in Sevenoaks town and around the station at Tubs Hill is underway.
2006-10-17 00:00:00
Playhouse reopens its doors
Kino Holding Ltd has announced that it plans to begin a phased re-opening of the Sevenoaks Playhouse next week.
2006-10-17 00:00:00
Ashford sports centre kick-off
The Courtside sports centre in Ashford will open with a flourish tomorrow (Tuesday 17 October 2006), with world football freestyler John Farnworth on hand to witness the unveiling of the new £1million multi-use games area and pavilion.
2006-10-16 00:00:00
Birchington Library celebrates makeover
Kent County Council's Birchington Library will hold a morning of musical entertainment and talks by authors to celebrate its reopening following a £250,000 makeover.
2006-10-16 00:00:00
Safer and stronger communities in Shepway
Crime and anti-social behaviour will top the agenda at the next Kent County Council Shepway Local Board.
2006-10-16 00:00:00
Eurostar services in Kent
Under Eurostar's proposals Ashford International will lose all Brussels trains and its off-peak Paris services when the new £100 million Ebbsfleet station, situated between Dartford and Gravesend, begins its Eurostar services in October 2007.
2006-10-16 00:00:00
Kent biggest and best for education
Kent County Council is the biggest education authority in the country and can now boast the best reputation.
2006-10-16 00:00:00
Fraudsters £200,000 shopping spree uncovered
Kent Police is urging the public to be vigilant to the dangers of identity theft after highlighting the case of a team of fraudsters who used stolen credit card numbers to spend more than £200,000.
2006-10-15 00:00:00
Armed robbery in Larkfield - Friday 13 October
Detectives are appealing for witnesses to an armed robbery on a bank delivery van in Larkfield at around 10.30am on Friday 13 October.
2006-10-15 00:00:00
Group aims to tackle anti-social behaviour
West Kingsdown residents can expect a clampdown on anti-social behaviour following the successful first meeting of a group aimed at reducing disruptive behaviour in the village.
2006-10-13 00:00:00
Working out for a brighter future
Kevin Lynes, Kent County Council Cabinet Member for Adult Services, dropped by to see an exercise class for older people - and ended up spending an hour working out with them.
2006-10-13 00:00:00
Kent Property Market Report
If you want to find out more about how Kent's housing market is performing, take a look at the Kent Property Market Report, published today (12 October).
2006-10-12 00:00:00
Special Constabulary recruitment weekend
Kent Police is looking to recruit more Special Constables during a weekend that celebrates the Specials important contribution to policing.
2006-10-12 00:00:00
Fake designer wear seized at Folkestone market
Following reports of a surge in the sale of counterfeit goods, Kent Trading Standards officers seized large quantities of fake designer footwear and sportswear at the Folkestone Sunday market on 8 October 2006.
2006-10-11 00:00:00
Olympics 2010 - what would you like to see?
Everyone is welcome to come along and hear how Kent County Council and its partners are preparing for London 2012. Find out what part you may be able to play in the biggest sporting event the nation has known for many years and also have a chance of winni
2006-10-11 00:00:00
Public meeting for Sevenoaks' residents
Find out about progress on the new community centre in Edenbridge, watch a DVD on the future of Kent and have a chance to win a hamper filled with Kent produced goodies at the next public meeting of the Kent County Council Sevenoaks Local Board on Monday
2006-10-11 00:00:00
Get the lowdown on Maidstone's highways
Find out how KCC highway projects in the Maidstone borough are financed and prioritised at the next Kent County Council Maidstone Local Board.
2006-10-10 00:00:00
Lower Thames crossing 'would tackle congestion'
A lower Thames crossing is desperately needed to unblock the traffic 'choke point' at Dartford, Kent County Council says.
2006-10-10 00:00:00
New voting arrangements for Swanley put forward
Following a review of Swanley Parish and a further recommendation to Central Government for a new parish council for Hextable, Sevenoaks District Council has submitted proposals to the Electoral Commission to revise local town and parish council electoral
2006-10-10 00:00:00
Find out where your money is spent
Sevenoaks District Council's latest Statement of Accounts is now available for residents to view.
2006-10-10 00:00:00
Westerham residents get energy saving advice
With colder weather now on its way, Westerham residents can find out for free how they can make their homes more energy efficient and stay warm during the winter.
2006-10-10 00:00:00
St Paul's schools to amalgamate
Following a meeting of Kent County Council's School Organisation Advisory Board (SOAB), Cabinet Member John Simmonds has made a decision on the proposal to amalgamate St Paul's Church of England Infant and St Paul's Church of England Junior Schools.
2006-10-09 00:00:00
Force takes action in response to school complaint
Kent Police has launched a thorough inquiry into the circumstances surrounding its response to calls from a Canterbury School about an intruder.
2006-10-07 00:00:00
Rusthall schools to amalgamate
Following a meeting of Kent County Council's School Organisation Advisory Board (SOAB), Cabinet Member John Simmonds has made a decision on the proposal to amalgamate St Paul's Church of England Infant and St Paul's Church of England Junior Schools.
2006-10-06 00:00:00
