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Man jailed after for driving wrong way down the M26
A man who drove the wrong way on the M26 in order to escape police officers has been jailed for 16 months.Junior Lowe, 34 years-old, of Catford, was pursued by the Metropolitan Police in the early...
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Skinners' Kent Academy in Tunbridge Wells awarded 'outstanding'...
In what is the biggest success story in Tunbridge Wells – Skinners' Kent Academy is officially "outstanding". The accolade from Ofsted inspectors means the school is flying high among the top six per...
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This woman's trip to a Crowborough dentist cost her 13 teeth
A Crowborough dentist has paid out thousands of pounds to a woman left with advanced gum disease, who will lose 13 teeth.Hannah Berry has spent two years fighting for £35,000 compensation against two...
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Watch incredible footage of historic Kent power station...
Incredible drone footage has been released of part of a historic Kent power station being demolished. A controlled explosion was used to blow up a disused coal bunker at Kingsnorth Power Station in the...
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Sevenoaks pranksters give the Google Street View car the middle...
A couple of Sevenoaks pranksters have left their mark on the internet after being caught on camera flipping one of the world's biggest companies the bird.The youngsters happened to be in Holly Bush...
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M25 blocked following crash between Clacket Lane Services and...
A car and a van have crashed on the M25 between Clacket Lane Services and Sevenoaks. The accident has occurred a mile after Clacket Lane Services and all anticlockwise traffic has been stopped. Queuing...
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Cocaine gang snared after Kent police swoop in Dartford,...
An organised criminal network which supplied cocaine with a potential street value of £1.2 million has been jailed.Ben Donovan, Ryan Southam-Smith and Baljinder Bhamra were arrested following an...
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The 7 best running routes in Tunbridge Wells and Southborough
Whether it's a quick jog around the block or an endurance test up the mighty hills of Tunbridge Wells that takes your fancy - we've got you covered.These seven running routes will take your breath away...
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Recap - West Kent morning traffic and travel updates July 8
Good morning and welcome to our live blog. We will be providing you with the latest traffic and travel updates so you know what to watch out for during your journey this morning on Friday, July 8....
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Burst Hildenborough water main opposite The Flying Dutchman pub
Motorists and residents are being warned of a burst water main in Hildenborough this morning.Reports of the burst in Tonbridge Road, on the corner of Leigh Road opposite The Flying Dutchman pub, first...
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Look inside Wickes on North Farm in Tunbridge Wells
Here is a peek inside the new Wickes which has opened on North Farm in Tunbridge Wells. The DIY and home improvement store plans to celebrate next Friday with opening events. Tunbridge Wells mayor...
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Tonbridge volunteers dig in to give Heusenstamm relic some much...
Volunteers rolled up their sleeves outside Tonbridge Castle in an effort to clean up the Heusenstamm Relic, a gift from Tonbridge's twin town.The relic, which was a piece of stone from Heusenstamm's...
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Tonbridge Art Group host Art on the Railings exhibition and sale
A colourful exhibition of the town's art was the centre of attention, when Tonbridge Art Group gathered to showcase and sell some of their works.The pop-up gallery Art on the Railings was stationed by...
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Chiddingstone army hero warns Chilcot lessons not taken on board
A former British Army commander from Chiddingstone fears lessons from Iraq have not been taken on board by military chiefs despite the long-awaited Chilcot report.Major Richard Streatfeild, who left...
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Would you buy a Sevenoaks golf club for £1.75 million?
A golf club near Sevenoaks has been put on the market this week – for £1.75 million.Woodlands Manor Golf Club, West Kingsdown, is being sold as the current owner wishes to retire.The freehold is 137...
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Car fire in Bretland Road in Rusthall sees fire crews called
A road in Rusthall had to be shut because a car caught fire. Fire crews attended the scene in Bretland Road where the vehicle front end was ablaze. The incident has now been dealt with. The front of...
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Armed Robbery at Tunbridge Wells Thomas Cook-recap
Police are investigating after an armed robbery in Tunbridge Wells town centre. Thomas Cook travel agents was targeted shortly before lunchtime on Friday, July 8. The store is currently closed but a...
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The harshest things said about Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells is known to many as an affluent spa town in west Kent with many things going for it. From the Pantiles to the scenic parks, there are plenty of things to boast about…but some people...
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Carnivals in Paddock Wood, Knockholt and Uckfield
Performers from Uckfield are putting the finishing touches to the town's festival.The week-long festivities will begin today (Friday, July 8), and continue throughout the weekend, with Saturday's Big...
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Tonbridge dispersal order to be extended to cover this weekend
Police have confirmed that a dispersal order issued in Tonbridge town centre will be applied again this weekend from today (Friday, July 8), through to Sunday afternoon. A 17-year-old boy and...
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