University of Kent scientists prove growing tea in space is possible
The humble cuppa could be on the menu for astronauts after scientists in Kent found tea plants can…
Controversial Alluvia statue in River Stour, Canterbury, shortlisted for Public Statues and Sculpture Association award
A controversial underwater sculpture described by some as “creepy” and “disturbing” has been shortlisted for a major art…
Costa Coffee closed off at William Harvey Hospital in Ashford to make room for patients on makeshift ward
An overwhelmed hospital has been forced to turn its Costa café into a makeshift ward as Kent’s emergency…
Reuse shop pops-up at Ashford Household Waste Recycling Centre with permanent shop to follow in Allington
Donated items have been given a new lease of life at the latest pop-up recycling shop in the…
Brenley Corner queues could be almost five times longer during work on 1,800-home Winterbourne Fields estate off A2 near Faversham
Rush-hour queues at one of Kent’s busiest roundabouts could be almost five times longer while a 1,800-home estate…
Suliman proves perfect replacement for stablemate forced out of Grand National Hurdles
Things began to get serious with 1200m to run as Mr Fahrenheit dropped off when Mr Fabulous tackled…
Mystery over death of much-loved Canterbury musician found lying face down under table at home
The family of a much-loved musician found dead in mysterious circumstances admit they will “never truly know” how…
River Island, which has stores in Broadstairs, Canterbury, Maidstone and Bluewater, reportedly ‘facing collapse’
A fashion chain with stores in Kent could face collapse within weeks. River Island, which has stores in…
Southern Water boss Lawrence Gosden to receive £691,000 ‘performance incentive’ despite Ofwat ban on bonuses
The boss of Southern Water received an almost £700,000 payout linked to the company’s performance just weeks before…
‘Jobseeker’ asked about bar work at Citi Terrace in Canterbury, sank pints of Peroni and then admitted he had no money
A man asked if a bar had any jobs going, drank three pints of premium lager – and…
Canterbury mum launches fundraising appeal for treatment in her fight for life against cancer
A mum battling stage four bowel cancer says she is in a race against time – but is…
Five Kent venues named among UK’s best local restaurants in The Good Food Guide
Five Kent venues have been named among the UK’s top 100 local restaurants. The annual list, compiled by…