KentOnline news, traffic and weather for Kent and Medway (2024)

Pensioner robbed by callous thief An elderly woman was robbed by a callous thief who snatched her bag. Ten things we didn't know last week What's Brexit got to do with the price of Marmite? Quite a lot as it happens... Neighbour rescues pensioner from blaze An elderly man was helped to safety by a neighbour after a faulty old electric heater sparked a fire that filled neighbouring homes with smoke. Teenage motorcyclist killed in crash Teenager rider killed after his bike was crash with a lorry on an industrial estate in Strood. RAF hero, 93, finally gets to fly in a Spitfire Bill Kingman's brother was a Second World War fighter pilot but, despite his own acts of heroism, Bill never got to fly in a Spitfire. Until now. Carry on queueing: ministers rule out probe into crossing The government has ruled out an investigation into the performance of the Dartford Crossing, despite thousands of people signing a petition. Horrific images show kids risking death on roofs Youngsters have been caught risking their lives after climbing onto the roof of a town centre building. ‘I was angry and just wanted him out of my house’ A brave pensioner grappled with a burglar then chased him down the street as he ran off with jewellery spilling out of his pockets. Academy principal quits post The principal of an academy has left his post after five years. Elderly mobility scooter rider hit by lorry outside Waitrose A 92-year-old man has been seriously injured after he was struck by a truck at the entrance to a Waitrose car park. Gritters ready for action Kent's grit trucks are ready for bad weather this winter - and the team can't wait until the temperatures plummet. Jail for thug who told partner 'I'll rip your face off' A 'controlling, bullying and threatening' man has been jailed for five years for assaulting his girlfriend. Probe after rubbish tip refusal A waste company is investigating the way a resident was treated when he attempted to dispose of his cardboard for the second time in six days. REVEALED: Secondary school league tables It's a mixed bag for Kent and Medway's secondary schools as league tables measuring pupils' progress are released - how did your child's school fare? Stunt madness on cliff edge A youth has been seen teetering over an 80ft cliff drop in a hair-raising photo stunt. Top eatery set for retail park move It has been revealed that Subway has signed up to be the latest tenant at a growing shopping development. Two blazes on heath Fire crews were called out to two fires on Dartford Heath. VIDEO: Cigarette scam couple forfeit £20k in illicit cash A couple whose chain of shops was repeatedly selling duty-free cigarettes and tobacco have been forced to hand over thousands of pounds by a court. Youths bailed after masked clown incident outside school Two teenagers arrested after they allegedly turned up at a secondary school in clown masks have been bailed. Husband jailed after accusing wife of revenge p*rn A bitter husband accused his estranged wife of “revenge p*rn” after lewd photos and videos of him were posted on Twitter, a court heard. Waiters at the ready for McDonald's table service Diners can now have their Big Mac and fries delivered to their table as the first McDonald's in Medway introduces table service. VIDEO: Fan crashes car after spotting Robbie at beach Take That star Robbie Williams went to the rescue after an excited fan crashed her car as she spotted him filming at a Kent seaside. Friends launch Disney appeal for cancer mum Friends of a woman fighting cancer are hoping to make the mum's dream come true - to take her children to Disneyland. Drink-drive police officer facing the sack A police officer who admitted driving while three times the legal alcohol limit is the subject of a police misconduct hearing today. Smoke and flames spotted beyond river Lots of smoke, falling ash and flames were reported to be coming from a Kent village - here's what was happening. 'It was the worst morning of my life' A business owner has told of his horror at finding out his restaurant was on fire. More demolition after illegal tear-down makes pub dangerous The council has been 'forced to allow' more demolition to an already half-standing pub which was torn down illegally. LIVE: Queen visits Kent Her Majesty the Queen visited a Kent barracks today to mark the 300th anniversary of the Corps of Royal Engineers - read our coverage here. Naturist arrested for fourth time over naked DIY A carpenter renovating his house while naked has been arrested for a fourth time. Surgery sends wishes after boy's collapse The medical practice where a youngster was taken seriously ill yesterday has released a statement about the "major medical incident".
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