West Malling6 Aug 2026Eight country parks in Kent retain Green Flag statusThe Green Flag scheme celebrates parks and green spaces that are managed to a high standard.6 Aug 20261 Aug 2026Work continues to restore services at bank for charitiesKent-based CAF Bank said teams are working through the weekend after it suspended online services.1 Aug 202625 Jun 2026'Grief after husband's death like a stone in my pocket'Kent widows say connecting with others with similar experiences helps them navigate their grief.25 Jun 20262 May 2026Adoptive mum 'so proud' of child safety registerTony, 11, and his adoptive mum Paula have been campaigning for tougher laws to combat child abuse.2 May 202618 Mar 2026Boy, 11, meets PM after child cruelty register winPaula Hudgell says meeting Sir Keir Starmer with adopted son Tony was "quite emotional". 18 Mar 202627 Feb 2026Boy, 11, wins campaign for new UK child cruelty registerTony Hudgell, who lost both legs after his birth parents assaulted him, has fought to protect children.27 Feb 202625 Feb 2026Woman has £1,000 fine for charity donation revokedA woman received a fly-tipping penalty after leaving a bag of donations at a collection point.25 Feb 202622 Feb 2026Advance warning for nine-day rail closure in MayPart of the line between Ashford and Borough Green had to close in 2021 after a landslip.22 Feb 202630 Jan 2026Burglars take golf club trophies in 'linked' raidsBurglars raid trophy cabinets at golf clubs in West Malling and Sutton Valence and steal silverware.30 Jan 2026...
