Kent producers tap new markets
Date and time of press photo call: Tuesday 16 May, 2pm to 7pm (seminar starts 2.30pm, launch at 5.30pm)
2006-05-15 00:00:00
Talks celebrate Kent-Virginia link
Next year marks the 400th anniversary when three small sailing ships left the Thames to found the first American colony of Jamestown.
2006-05-15 00:00:00
Making waves about climate change
It is said to be more severe than the threat of terrorism but what can people in the Shepway district do to lessen the impact of climate change and coastal flooding?
2006-05-15 00:00:00
Council finances given a clean bill of health
Following the most stringent review ever, Central Government has announced that Sevenoaks District Council is efficient, offers good value for money and that its finances are on a strong footing.
2006-05-12 00:00:00
Still time to go wild in your garden
Time is running out for wildlife loving residents of the District to enter their gardens into the Council’s free ‘Gardening for Wildlife’ award scheme.
2006-05-12 00:00:00
Man sentenced after battering his wife with a rounders bat
Phillip Anthony Cowell, aged 44 of Old Romney, Kent, was today (12 May) given an indeterminate sentence of a minimum of four years at Bournemouth Crown Court after pleading guilty to Grevious Bodily Harm with intent.
2006-05-12 00:00:00
Major new sports facility for Cranbrook
Date and time of press photo call: Thursday 18 May, 11:30am to 12:15pm (plaque unveiling at 11:45am, sports on display from 12 noon)
2006-05-12 00:00:00
Beat the drought
Two dry winters and increased domestic water usage has led to the south east experiencing the driest period since 1933. We want you to save water by joining the Beat the Drought campaign.
2006-05-11 00:00:00
Kent's young people get sporty
Date and time of press photo call: Sunday 14 May, 11am to 3:30pm (main events), 3:30 to 4:30pm (medal ceremonies)
2006-05-11 00:00:00
'Ground force' keeps villagers warm
An underground heating system is helping to keep villagers warm in their Kent village hall.
2006-05-11 00:00:00
Council elects new chairman
Cllr Alison Cook, Member for Leigh and Chiddingstone Causeway, has been elected as the new Chairman of Sevenoaks District Council.
2006-05-10 00:00:00
Fine payment success in Kent
The payment rate of fines issued by the courts in Kent is one of the most successful in the country reports the *Kent Criminal Justice Board (KCJB).
2006-05-10 00:00:00
Christopher Alaneme inquiry - 6th man released on bail
Detectives investigating the murder of 18-year-old Christopher Alaneme and the attempted murder of another man have released a sixth man they were questioning on police bail.
2006-05-10 00:00:00
Cannabis farm discovered in Ramsgate
Police in Thanet have uncovered a cannabis-growing farm in an industrial unit on Whitehall Road, Ramsgate with the potential to grow millions of pounds worth of the illegal drug.
2006-05-09 00:00:00
National initiative targets sex trade exploitation
Kent Police’s Joint Investigation Unit (JIU) has completed a two-week operation from Monday 24 April until Friday 5 May following a national initiative.
2006-05-09 00:00:00
Tribute to Christopher Alaneme by his mother
The mother of Christopher Alaneme, the 18 year old who was fatally stabbed in Sheerness, has paid tribute to her son and urged anyone who has not yet come forward but has information about his murder to contact Kent Police.
2006-05-09 00:00:00
Lord Buckingham's identity revealed
The man who calls himself Christopher Edward Buckingham and used the title Lord Buckingham is in fact an American citizen called Charles Albert Stopford III from Clearwater, Florida, Kent Police can confirm.
2006-05-09 00:00:00
Shadow Chancellor visits Kent
Shadow Chancellor George Osborne was shown the new-look Maidstone shopping centre on a fact-finding visit to the town.
2006-05-09 00:00:00
Funding for youth club
Date and time of press photo call: 10 May 2006, 7pm
2006-05-09 00:00:00
Keep on recycling!
Environmentally friendly residents of Sevenoaks District whose efforts are helping less fortunate people overseas are being urged to continue recycling their unwanted clothes and textiles.
2006-05-08 00:00:00
KCC helps Herne and Broomfield play ball
Is the next Wayne Rooney or Michael Jordan waiting to be discovered in Herne and Broomfield? Now the parish's sports stars of the future will have somewhere to show off their skills, with help from Kent County Council.
2006-05-08 00:00:00
Children bury time capsule at Gravesham Place
Children from Gravesend and Dartford got busy digging when they were invited along to bury a time capsule in the garden of Gravesend's new health and social care centre.
2006-05-08 00:00:00
Foster Care Fortnight is here!
A drive to recruit more foster carers in Kent gets underway on Monday, 8 May when the national campaign Foster Care Fortnight is launched.
2006-05-05 00:00:00
Live schools debate
On Monday 8 May, members of Kent County Council's School Organisation Advisory Board (SOAB) will be asked to agree that, where appropriate, proposal set out to reduce the number of surplus places in Ashford, Gravesend and Dartford should move to public c
2006-05-05 00:00:00
New boy band on the bill for SNAP night
Young clubbers in Sevenoaks can hear new boy band Billiam’s brand of ‘Simple Pop’ when the latest SNAP night comes to Sevenoaks on Saturday 20 May.
2006-05-05 00:00:00
Terry Edmonds murder inquiry - picture of suitcase released
Police investigating the murder of teenager Terry Edmonds have released pictures of the dark green suitcase used to conceal her body, as part of their appeal for information from the public.
2006-05-05 00:00:00
Visiting the past at your local library
Kent County Council's Libraries and Archives have subscribed to website Ancestry.com (link opens in a new window) so that the county's residents can research their family history for free, in response to the increased public interest in genealogy.
2006-05-04 00:00:00
Innovative ideas for library
Innovative ideas have been proposed to bring the Tunbridge Wells library and museum into the 21st century.
2006-05-04 00:00:00
Proposed closure of Doddington Primary
Following a request by the governing body of the school, members of KCC's School Organisation Advisory Board (SOAB) will next week (8 May) to consider whether to start a public consultation on the proposal to close Doddington Primary School in Sittingbou
2006-05-02 00:00:00
Proposals to reduce surplus primary places
Members of Kent County Council's School Organisation Advisory Board (SOAB) will meet next week (8 May) to consider proposals to reduce the number of surplus places in the Ashford, Dartford and Gravesham. View the meeting agenda.
2006-05-02 00:00:00
One week after the death of Christopher Alaname appeal continues
One week after the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old Christopher Alaneme, officers from Kent Police will be a noticeable presence on the Isle of Sheppey tonight (Friday 28 April) as they conduct road checks and talk to people who may have been in Sheerne
2006-04-28 00:00:00
Young at heart of Local Board agenda
Services for people growing up in Tonbridge and Malling will top the agenda of a forthcoming public meeting.
2006-04-28 00:00:00
All aboard for latest bus news in Dover
Plans for improved bus services linking Dover, Deal, Sandwich and Canterbury will be explained at the forthcoming meeting of Kent County Council Dover Local Board.
2006-04-28 00:00:00
Thanet must take action to slow climate change
Unless something is done now the growing effects of climate change over the coming decades will have a serious impact on every aspect of life in Thanet.
2006-04-27 00:00:00
Swanley youngsters all at sea!
Young people from Swanley were taken on a nautical adventure recently when they spent three days on a trawler sailing in the Thames.
2006-04-27 00:00:00
KCC grants demonstrate commitment to Gravesham
More than £35,000 has gone to local community projects this past year in grants from Kent County Council Gravesham Local Board and a similar amount will fund projects in 2006/07.
2006-04-27 00:00:00
Cycling for all
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2006-04-27 00:00:00
KCC grants show commitment to Dartford
Almost £32,000 has gone to local community projects this past year in grants from Kent County Council Dartford Local Board and a similar amount will fund projects in 2006/07.
2006-04-27 00:00:00
Another man arrested after fatal stabbing
Police have arrested another man on suspicion of murder and attempted murder following the fatal stabbing in Sheerness of a young black man on Friday night.
2006-04-26 17:00:00
Can they build it, yes they can!
In a bid to encourage young people to consider a career in the construction industry, Kent County Council Leader Paul Carter will be joining construction company Mansell for a 'taster tent' event.
2006-04-26 00:00:00
KCC helps Whitstable teens hit the high ropes
Helping 10 young people from Whitstable build their self-confidence and teamwork skills was the goal of a Kent County Council-funded outdoor adventure trip.
2006-04-26 00:00:00
