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A-Level Results Day 2026: The National Picture, Before West Kent's Own
Students across West Kent collected their A-level results today alongside hundreds of thousands of others nationally, in a year Ofqual is calling one of stability — with the South East among the strongest-performing regions. School-by-school results for West Kent to follow once they're confirmed.
Kent Police Appeal After Two Dogs Stolen From Barn Near Sevenoaks
Nelly, a springer spaniel, and Betty, a cocker spaniel, were taken after thieves forced entry into an agricultural barn in Ide Hill, near Sevenoaks. Both dogs have since been found safe and reunited with their owner.
West Kent Fire Cover Saved as Councillors Reject Sweeping Cuts Package
Plans to close Westerham's fire station and strip the on-call engine from Tunbridge Wells were among a wider package of Kent Fire and Rescue Service cuts thrown out 17-2 by the fire authority, after months of campaigning by firefighters.
West Kent Set for a Rare Evening Solar Eclipse — With a Meteor Shower to Follow
A deep partial solar eclipse crosses the evening sky over West Kent today, with around 90% of the Sun covered at its peak around 7.13pm — and the Perseid meteor shower peaks the same night, under a new moon, for anyone willing to stay up.
Kent Police appeal for witnesses after men seen with suspected weapons near Shoreham
Kent Police are asking for information after three men were reportedly seen carrying suspected weapons and looking closely at a property in Redmans Lane, near Shoreham, in the early hours of 13 July.
Tonbridge water outage enters second day as further supply problems hit west Kent
A major burst pipe in Tonbridge has left some residents without water for a second day, while separate supply problems are affecting Bidborough, Ightham and Ulcombe. Repair work has been delayed by equipment failure and nearby high-voltage cables.
Major rail changes affect West Kent passengers during 22-day London station closure
West Kent rail passengers face revised services and different London terminals while Charing Cross and Waterloo East remain closed until 16 August.
Kent and Medway to be reorganised into four new councils from 2028
The Government has confirmed that Kent and Medway will be reorganised into four new unitary councils from April 2028, with Sevenoaks, Tonbridge & Malling, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells forming a new West Kent authority.
CCTV appeal after theft from elderly woman's car in Sevenoaks
Kent Police have released CCTV images after an elderly woman had her phone, purse and card wallet stolen from her car in a distraction theft at Sainsbury's in Sevenoaks. Officers are appealing for help to identify three people who may assist with the investigation.