Gravesend set to be 'flooded' with Londoners priced out
Gravesend in Kent is tipped as the 'next big thing' for Londoners fleeing soaring house prices. Experts predict a wave of relocation driven by high-speed rail links and affordability.
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New Kent Road crash causes major traffic and bus diversions
A serious collision between two cars has shut part of New Kent Road in South London. Seven bus routes are diverted. Avoid the area and check for updates.
Quirky Margate shop 'Silly' becomes social media hit
A vibrant orange shop in Margate's Old Town, filled with nostalgic trinkets and oddities, is drawing crowds from London. Discover the 'Silly' sensation just 90 minutes away.
The harsh, ancient pleasure of laying a hedge in Kent
Discover the demanding yet rewarding craft of hedge laying in the Kent Weald. This ancient practice, vital for maintaining Britain's iconic hedgerows, blends harsh physical labour with profound environmental benefits.
Water restored to Kent and Sussex after week-long outage
South East Water has restored supplies to thousands of homes after a six-day outage, as regulator Ofwat launches an investigation. The firm reported £18.2m pre-tax profits.
Folkestone's £100m revival from slump to trendy hub
How a tycoon's £100m investment is transforming Folkestone into a trendy, family-friendly destination just 45 minutes from London, sparking debate and driving up property prices.
16-year-old admits killing man on Isle of Sheppey
A 16-year-old boy has pleaded guilty to killing Alexander Cashford, 49, in a premeditated attack on a Kent beach. The trial of two other teens continues. Read the latest court updates.
Manston Asylum Centre 'Squalid and Insanitary', Inquiry Hears
A public inquiry hears how Home Office officials 'completely lost our grip' at the overcrowded Manston detention centre in 2022, leading to disease outbreaks and appalling conditions. Read the full investigation details.
Boy, 16, admits manslaughter in Kent beach stoning
A 16-year-old boy has pleaded guilty to manslaughter after stoning a man to death on a Kent beach, having lured him by posing as a teenage girl. The trial of three teens for murder continues.
Ofwat investigates South East Water over prolonged outages
Regulator Ofwat launches probe into South East Water after repeated failures leave tens of thousands in Kent and Sussex without water for days. Discover the latest on the crisis.
Water Regulator Probes South East Water Over Supply Failures
Water watchdog Ofwat launches investigation into South East Water after repeated outages left tens of thousands in Kent and Sussex without supply for up to six days. Read the latest updates.
Pub superfan banned from world's largest Wetherspoon's
A journalist's love affair with the Royal Victoria Pavilion Wetherspoon's in Ramsgate ended abruptly with a Covid-era ban. Discover the story of the pub that changed her and the barman's final word.
South East Water supply crisis sparks nationalisation calls
Thousands in Kent and Sussex face fifth day without water as South East Water's performance crisis deepens. Read our full analysis of the failing supplier.
Thousands still without water in South East England
Thousands of properties across Kent and Sussex remain without reliable water supply for a fifth day. South East Water blames Storm Goretti for power cuts and burst pipes. Read the latest updates.
Water Outages Hit 30,000 Homes in Kent and Sussex
Thousands in Kent and Sussex face days without tap water as South East Water blames freezing weather. Pubs close, schools shut, and residents struggle as CEO's bonus sparks outrage.
23,000 homes without water in Kent and Sussex
Water watchdog Ofwat expresses concern as 23,000 properties in Kent and Sussex face a fourth day without supply after Storm Goretti. South East Water under scrutiny.
Teens 'lured man to beach and stoned him to death'
A court hears how three teenagers allegedly lured a man to a Kent beach before stoning him to death, calling him a paedophile. The murder trial continues at Woolwich Crown Court.
25,000 homes without water as major incident declared
A major incident is ongoing in Kent and Sussex as 25,000 properties face water outages. Storm Goretti blamed for power cuts and burst pipes. Read the latest updates.
Four NHS Trusts Declare Critical Incidents
Four NHS hospital trusts in Surrey and Kent have declared critical incidents due to a surge in A&E admissions driven by flu, norovirus, and respiratory viruses. Essential services remain open.
30,000 homes without water in Kent and Sussex
A major incident is declared after 30,000 properties lose water supply in Kent and Sussex. Schools close and hospitals are impacted as South East Water blames cold weather and Storm Goretti.
Major water incident declared across Kent and Sussex
Kent County Council declares a major incident as thousands face water outages. Storm Goretti and power cuts blamed. Find out affected areas and where to get bottled water.
Convicted robber absconds from Isle of Sheppey open prison
Kent Police are searching for Michael Dunn, 53, who left HMP Standford Hill without permission. The public is urged to assist with the manhunt.
First photo of teen killed in Kent river crash
The first image of 16-year-old Chloe Naylor, who died when a car veered into a freezing Kent river, has been released. A fundraiser for her funeral has been set up. Read the full story.
London knifemen jailed after Kent stabbing by armed police
Two men from London have been sentenced for a violent stabbing in Kent. See how armed police intercepted them on the A2. A stark warning on knife crime.
Reform UK faces backlash over council tax rises
Reform UK is under fire for proposed council tax increases in authorities it controls, contradicting election pledges to cut bills. Read the full story on the party's local governance challenges.
Kent's Sustainable British Comb: Better Hair, Less Waste
Discover how Kent's durable, handcrafted cellulose acetate combs offer a gentler, more sustainable alternative to disposable plastic, protecting your hair and the environment.
School bus crashes in Kent on black ice, children injured
A double-decker school bus crashed into a ditch in Kent after slipping on black ice. In a separate incident in Reading, nine children were injured in a coach and bus collision. Latest updates and safety warnings.
Kent school bus crash on black ice, no injuries
A double-decker school bus slid off the road into a ditch near Ashford, Kent, due to black ice. Emergency services attended but no injuries were reported. Read the full story for safety advice.
Foreseen water failure left 24,000 homes without supply
A water treatment failure that left 24,000 Kent homes without drinking water for two weeks was foreseen and preventable, the regulator has revealed. Discover the full story of the South East Water crisis.
Two teenagers killed in Kent car crash
A 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl died after a Ford Fiesta left the road near Iwade. A second girl was treated and discharged. Police are appealing for dashcam footage.
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