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Planning permission approved for new £20 million Angel Centre in Tonbridge
Planning permission has been approved for Tonbridge's new £20 million Angel Centre, bringing the long-awaited project a step closer. The modern leisure and community hub still requires final council approval in October before construction can begin, with the new facility expected to open in 2028.
Ofwat orders £30.5m South East Water redress package after repeated failures
South East Water has agreed to a £30.5 million redress package after Ofwat concluded three investigations into repeated supply failures across Kent and Sussex. The package will fund network improvements, community support and increased oversight through an independent monitor.
New £50 million water treatment works opens near Maidstone to strengthen Kent's water supply
A new £50 million water treatment works has opened in Aylesford, adding up to 20 million litres of drinking water a day to Kent's network and forming part of South East Water's long-term investment plans.
Put your bins out the night before as councils bring forward collections during the heatwave
Waste and recycling collections are starting earlier during the current heatwave, with some crews beginning their rounds from 5am. Residents are being urged to put their bins out the night before to avoid missing their collection.
Man charged following series of car thefts across West Kent
A man has been charged following an investigation into three vehicle thefts reported in Leybourne, Otford and Sevenoaks. He appeared before Sevenoaks Magistrates' Court and has been remanded in custody ahead of his next hearing at Maidstone Crown Court.
Kent hosepipe ban now in force as heatwave pushes water demand to near record levels
A hosepipe ban is now in force for many households across Kent after weeks of hot, dry weather pushed water demand to near record levels. Here's what the restrictions mean, which areas are affected and where to check the official map.
Kent Police step up summer patrols to help keep women safe, with Maidstone operation highlighting proactive approach
Kent Police are running proactive summer patrols across the county to help protect women and girls during nights out. A recent Maidstone operation showed how officers are intervening early when suspicious behaviour is spotted, while reminding communities that safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Revealed: The West Kent parishes paying the highest and lowest council tax in 2026/27
Council tax bills across West Kent vary by more than £330 a year depending on where you live. We analysed the official 2026/27 figures to reveal the area's highest and lowest-paying parishes, and how the region's biggest towns compare.
Police appeal after serious assault reported near Paddock Wood
Kent Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a serious assault was reported near Paddock Wood in the early hours of Wednesday morning. A man was taken to hospital and has since been discharged, while a 32-year-old man from Ashford was arrested on suspicion of assault and drink driving.