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Maidstone Tennis Academy player helps Britain's top tennis stars through LTA placement
A student who trains at Maidstone Tennis Academy has been helping Britain's top tennis players prepare for matches through a placement with the Lawn Tennis Association, working alongside analysts supporting stars including Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu.
Did England park the bus too early against Argentina?
England’s World Cup hopes ended after a 2-1 defeat to Argentina, with Thomas Tuchel’s decision to adopt a more defensive approach after taking the lead likely to face heavy scrutiny.
Sevenoaks keeps centuries-old tradition alive with annual Peppercorn Rent Ceremony
Sevenoaks has once again celebrated one of its oldest traditions as the annual Peppercorn Rent Ceremony returned to The Vine, continuing a historic custom that dates back to 1773.
Where to watch England vs Norway in West Kent tonight - from outdoor fan zones to pub gardens
Warm weather, a World Cup quarter-final and plenty of places to cheer on England. Here's our guide to where you can watch England vs Norway across West Kent tonight, including outdoor fan zones and pub gardens.
World Cup reaches the knockouts as West Kent waits for England’s next test
England are through to the knockout stages of the World Cup, and interest is building across West Kent. With evening kick-offs, busy pubs and cheers already being heard from homes and gardens, the tournament is starting to feel much closer to home.
Wasps stadium proposal dropped from updated Sevenoaks Local Plan
A proposal for Wasps Rugby Club to build a new stadium in Sevenoaks district has been removed from the updated Local Plan. The council says there was not enough evidence to show the scheme was suitable, particularly around local infrastructure.
World Cup opening week: England start strong as West Kent settles in for a summer of football
England’s 4-2 win over Croatia has helped lift the mood after the opening week of the 2026 World Cup. With evening kick-offs ahead against Ghana and Panama, pubs, clubs and homes across West Kent could be set for a busy few weeks of football watching.
Late nights, big hopes and England dreams as World Cup 2026 starts
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins tonight, with Mexico facing South Africa and England fans across West Kent already looking ahead to the Three Lions’ group games against Croatia, Ghana and Panama.
Frustrating weekend for Sevenoaks Vine and Tunbridge Wells as Premier matches are abandoned
Sevenoaks Vine and Tunbridge Wells both had their Kent Cricket League Premier matches abandoned on 6 June, with each side taking nine points from a frustrating weekend.