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Cray Wanderers vs Hastings United – Isthmian Premier, Wednesday 21 September, 7.45pm – Match preview

September 20, 2022

Cray Wanderers vs Hastings United – Isthmian Premier, Wednesday 21 September, 7.45pm – Match preview Photos: Jon Hilliger – www.hilligerpix.com BROMLEY, GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Cray Wander...

Fight to save the old Folkestone Debenhams building from demolition

Melissa McNally

September 18, 2022

Folkestone

An inquiry has found strong support to save a former Edwardian department store building from demolition.Previously home to the Folkestone branch of Debenhams, the three-storey property on the corner of Sandga...

Folkestone boy breaks hip falling from monkey bars on first day at Turner Free School

Melissa McNally

September 14, 2022

Folkestone

An 11-year-old boy who broke his hip falling off newly installed monkey bars on his first day of secondary school has been diagnosed with a rare condition.James Broderick had been at Turner Free School in Folk...

New McDonald’s restaurant in Tesco car park in Cheriton, Folkestone appears ‘out of nowhere’

Melissa McNally

September 10, 2022

Folkestone

A controversial fast food joint under construction in a supermarket parking lot suddenly takes shape.The new McDonald's branch, which will be the burger chain's third location in Folkestone, was quickly erecte...

Only my tough Rwanda immigration policy will save lives in the English Channel, says Priti Patel as she steps down as Home Secretary

Melissa McNally

September 5, 2022

Folkestone

PRITI Patel last night said only his tough Rwandan politics would save lives in the English Channel - in his last picture as Home Secretary. His claim came after 25 small boats, carrying at least 1,160 people, ...

FA Cup Weekend: Premier – The Pitching In Isthmian Football League

Melissa McNally

September 2, 2022

Folkestone

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Folkestone baby Jetson Maffia-Kerbey drowned in hot tub in Sellindge, inquest hears

Melissa McNally

August 31, 2022

Folkestone

A one-year-old boy tragically drowned after falling into a hot tub, an inquest has heard.Folkestone baby Jetson Maffia-Kerbey was found face down in the water at a property in Swan Lane, Sellindge, near Ashfor...

‘I worry about the future’: Beach cleaners in their battle to sort out Britain’s coastline

Melissa McNally

August 29, 2022

Folkestone

It's not just crunchy bottles and packets either. “We are often absolutely flabbergasted by what we find,” says Norman Warm, 60, who runs BHASSEXPLORE, a project that aims to clear sea debris along the east co...

Wife of Bath restaurant with rooms in Wye, near Ashford, to close

Melissa McNally

August 26, 2022

Folkestone

A village restaurant will close this weekend after its owners chose to focus their efforts on other venues in their group.The Wife of Bath, a dining destination with rooms on Upper Bridge Street in Wye, near A...

Eurotunnel: Passengers stranded for hours between UK and France

Melissa McNally

August 24, 2022

Folkestone

Calais: Dozens of passengers were stranded for around five hours after a Eurotunnel Channel train stopped on Tuesday. The incident affected the 3.50pm Eurotunnel Le Shuttle service between Calais and Folkeston...

Illegal tobacco and counterfeit goods seized from Maidstone shops

Melissa McNally

August 19, 2022

Folkestone

Businesses suspected of selling illicit tobacco, vapes and counterfeit goods have been inspected in a joint operation by KCC Trading Standards and the Maidstone Town Center Task Force. On Wednesday August 17, 2...

Drive from the coast: seaside homes for £500,000 or less within two hours of London

Melissa McNally

August 18, 2022

Folkestone

London may have a lot to offer – if you're tired of London, you're tired of life, after all – but the sea isn't one of them. It's no surprise, then, that the pandemic has sparked a wave of departures from Lond...

The Royal Navy will stop patrolling migrants crossing the English Channel | Politics | New

Melissa McNally

August 16, 2022

Folkestone

The Royal Navy will no longer be responsible for migrants entering the UK illegally from next year. Prime Minister Boris Johnson gave the Royal Navy responsibility for migrants in the English Channel in April ...

Distillery plans in East Brabourne near Ashford recommended for approval despite objections

Melissa McNally

August 14, 2022

Folkestone

Plans for a micro-distillery producing spirits in small quantities in a Kentish village are set to be approved despite objections from locals.Pleasant Land Distillery's proposal would see an agricultural stora...

Disabled teenager Owen West from Staplehurst will lead a team in the superhero challenge to travel the world

Melissa McNally

August 12, 2022

Folkestone

A 19-year-old with severe disabilities refuses to be beaten by his condition.Owen West, from Staplehurst, is an avid sportsman, although he suffers from a spinal condition which has placed him in a wheelchair....

Folkestone Invicta re-sign former Grimsby Town and Wealdstone striker Ira Jackson

Melissa McNally

August 10, 2022

Folkestone

A former Folkestone striker who later played in the Football League has joined the club, three days before the start of their new season.Ira Jackson, 25, signed for League Two Grimsby in 2020 after a prolific ...

South Kent Rotarians offer young carers the alpaca experience

Melissa McNally

August 7, 2022

Folkestone

ANIMAL MAGIC: A well-deserved trip to Haguelands in Burmarsh Submitted to the Folkestone Herald Shepway Rotarians gave a group of young caregivers a fun day out at Romney Marsh.The...

HGV driver ordered to pay Ashford over £2,000 for hauling waste ‘as a favour’

Melissa McNally

August 4, 2022

Folkestone

A man has been ordered to pay more than £2,000 for illegally transporting a friend's rubbish as a 'favor'.Shane Jestin-Cull was caught transporting garden waste, timber and fencing in a dump truck at Orbital B...

Where in Kent to watch England’s final against Germany at Wembley

Melissa McNally

July 29, 2022

Folkestone

With Maidstone's Alessia Russo making headlines with her heroic goals this week, the Lionesses of England are now one game away from making history.Russo took center stage in their 4-0 Women's Euro semi-final ...

Folkestone Invicta continues to run Louis Yamfam; Dover Athletic will be next for Neil Cugley’s side

Melissa McNally

July 28, 2022

Folkestone

Folkestone boss Neil Cugley intends to continue running Louis Yamfam.The trialist moved into right-back as Invicta were beaten 2-1 by National League new boys Maidstone last Saturday, while Josh Vincent moved ...

Folkestone murder trial hears Shane Myles admit he dabbed victim Paul Wakefield’s head as he lay dying and stole his bank card

Melissa McNally

July 27, 2022

Folkestone

A killer has told how he stomped on the head of a man he called dad as he lay dying.Shane Myles - who denies the murder - said he went to the Folkestone home of 66-year-old Paul Wakefield.Paul Wakefield died i...

We are Folkestone showcases students’ artistic skills

Melissa McNally

July 24, 2022

Folkestone

Talented Art Students: Winners of the Turner Schools Art Exhibition Submitted for publication by Turner SchoolsPupils from across Folkestone showcased their artistic talents at the seco...

Liz Truss to travel to Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone, Canterbury and Folkestone as Tory leadership race continues

Melissa McNally

July 22, 2022

Folkestone

The candidate who the bookmakers believe will become the next Prime Minister is visiting Kent this weekend.Foreign Minister Liz Truss is due to meet Conservative Party members at five locations across the coun...

Cash for business from Cllr David Wimble approved by Folkestone and Hythe Supervisory and Control Board

Melissa McNally

July 20, 2022

Folkestone

An adviser has welcomed a watchdog committee's decision to uphold a nearly £19,000 grant to his business.The decision to approve a payment from the High Street Fund (HSF) to Looker Newspaper, which is owned by...

Visiting Kent: things to do, wineries and accommodation

Melissa McNally

July 18, 2022

Folkestone

With all the aerial chaos, you might be thinking of vacationing closer to home this summer. Kent, the Garden of England, is packed with things to do and see for families, friends and couples, and here are som...

Haslemere Players’ Kipps dazzles with cheerful verve

Melissa McNally

July 16, 2022

Folkestone

The Haslemere Players production of Kipps - The New Half Sixpence was just the tonic I needed in today's tough times. This upbeat musical simply dazzled with its joyous verve, cracking humor, incredible song ...

Five primary schools take part in the Folkestone Olympics

Melissa McNally

July 15, 2022

Folkestone

5th grade competitors with their medals Submitted to the Folkestone Herald Hundreds of pupils from five local schools took part in Folkestone Academy's second Primary School Olympi...

A farm with 6 paddocks, 3 stables and planning for an arena, located in an area of outstanding natural beauty

Melissa McNally

July 12, 2022

Folkestone

Recently added to the market is this three bedroom farmhouse and equestrian facilities, with plannin...

Tales from Lympne: 1926 Aldington Fatal Crash

Melissa McNally

July 10, 2022

Folkestone

The second Blériot 155 which crashed near Tonbridge Submitted to the Folkestone HeraldThis month, John Simpson tells the little-known story of an airliner crash a few miles from Ly...

Hotelier in Folkestone Kent tax evasion crime, Southwark court hears | United Kingdom | New

Melissa McNally

July 8, 2022

Folkestone

Michael Stainer, 74, gave staff at the Grand doctored and 'misleading' payslips showing income tax and national insurance deductions. However, a court heard yesterday he had in fact pocketed the money and used...

Man who pounced on police dog with zombie knife in Folkestone jailed

Melissa McNally

July 7, 2022

Folkestone

A thug who pounced on a police dog with a zombie knife before fleeing and being caught by armed officers has been jailed.Reece Armstrong, 26, told an officer 'I'm going to kill your dog' when they responded to...

New headmaster marks ‘turning point’ for Dymchurch school

Melissa McNally

July 6, 2022

Folkestone

New chef Iain Rudgyard will 'spearhead continuous improvements' Submitted to the Folkestone HeraldA new permanent headteacher has been appointed at Dymchurch Primary School in Romn...

Push for extra resources after Ramsgate crime and policing meetings – The Isle Of Thanet News

Melissa McNally

July 4, 2022

Folkestone

Hate crime meeting at Ramsgate Salvation Army Two meetings were held to discuss crime – including hate crime – and policing in Ramsgate. Residents of Ramsgate joined Kent Police and other groups at a commu...

Jordan Green and Olly Lee on target for Gills in preseason opener

Melissa McNally

July 2, 2022

Folkestone

Gillingham had to work hard for their win at Folkestone Invicta on Saturday.Former Dulwich Hamlet striker Jordan Green - one of five players on trial for the Gills - opened the scoring in the second half at Bu...

Gills signs goalkeeper Jake Turner – News

Melissa McNally

June 30, 2022

Folkestone

Permanent deal agreed for former Newcastle and Colchester keeper. The Gills added a second goalk...

Folkestone radio presenter’s ‘terrifying’ zipline challenge

Melissa McNally

June 28, 2022

Folkestone

Josh Carter was against eight-year-old Niall Braithwait | Photo: Stephen Rayner/MAF Submitted to the Folkestone HeraldA radio presenter from Folkestone took part in a 60m zipline...

Government breaches Equality Act over Napier Barracks in Folkestone

Melissa McNally

June 26, 2022

Folkestone

Priti Patel's controversial asylum scheme for the dilapidated Napier Barracks in Folkestone has been ruled illegal. The Home Secretary has granted himself a five-year extension to house refugees at the site - ...

Kent Weather: Sun and showers forecast for the weekend in Canterbury, Margate and Sevenoaks

Melissa McNally

June 24, 2022

Folkestone

Met Office forecasters say people living in the south and east of England are set to enjoy the best weather across the country this weekend. "Messy" weather has been predicted for much of the country with rain...

Tonbridge house fire sees eight fire engines rush to the scene

Melissa McNally

June 21, 2022

Folkestone

Firefighters rushed to a burning roof at a home in Tonbridge. Emergency services were called to Old Hadlow Road just before 2pm on Tuesday June 21. Eight fire engines as well as a high-rise vehicle and a bulk ...

Folkestone Sea Sauna plans are boosted by money from Kent County Council for the crowdfunding campaign

Melissa McNally

June 20, 2022

Folkestone

Campaigners behind plans for a 'first of its kind' sea sauna are urging donors to make one last push to help reach their crowdfunding goal.Community group Folkestone Sea Sauna is seeking to raise nearly £22,00...

Maidstone and Bromley: The 2 towns in Kent where suspected cases of monkeypox have been found

Melissa McNally

June 18, 2022

Folkestone

Suspected cases of monkeypox have been reported in a number of locations across the UK. This includes the likes of Maidstone and Bromley. Since June 8, GPs and other doctors have been required to report any su...

Homes Under The Hammer: Cottages in Folkestone offer big potential profits after minor works

Melissa McNally

June 16, 2022

Folkestone

A property development team descended on Folkestone on Thursday's episode of Homes Under The Hammer after buying a pair of maisonettes for £246,000. Property development siblings Bahar and Hassan usually focus...

A Center Parcs holiday hack that could save parents over £500

Melissa McNally

June 14, 2022

Folkestone

Most parents will probably lament that the school holidays are the most expensive time for a family getaway. But, without taking children out of school, there aren't many choices. It is well known that prices ...

Only Fools star Sue Holderness waited late at night in Canterbury after a car breakdown

Melissa McNally

June 12, 2022

Folkestone

Only Fools and Horses star Sue Holderness waited more than five hours for an RAC recovery vehicle to arrive after spotting a flat tire. She took to her Twitter in the early hours of today to share her ordeal. ...

Renovation work on the Grade II listed Leas Pavilion in Folkestone, England is set to begin

Melissa McNally

June 10, 2022

Folkestone

Refurbishment of Folkestone's Grade II listed Leas Pavilion and refurbishment of Edwardian's Tea Room and Theatre, which has been on hold for years, are now about to begin.The Grade II listed Leas Pavilion in F...

Sea sauna plans on Folkestone seafront

Melissa McNally

June 9, 2022

Folkestone

A community group is raising money to install a permanent sea sauna on the seafront between Folkestone and Hythe. The initiative has so far raised just over £5,000 of their £23,000 target. The Folkestone Sea S...

Experts fear ‘apocalyptic’ dust storms will hit Kent next week

Melissa McNally

June 7, 2022

Folkestone

A gigantic cloud of dust in the Middle East could spread across Europe next week and even head towards Kent, experts say. Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, as well as Syria and Iraq are currently...

Another independent agency acquired by a franchise gi…

Melissa McNally

June 5, 2022

Folkestone

Another independent rental agency has been acquired by the Martin & Co brand from The Property Franchise Group. The owner of the Folkestone branch of Martin & Co has grown his business near...

The Expert’s Essential Guide to Creating a Royal Standard Buffet for the Platinum Jubilee

Melissa McNally

June 4, 2022

Folkestone

The nation's best-known pork pies maker and a leading etiquette expert have teamed up to provide the perfect guide to a Platinum Jubilee party. Dickinson & Morris - an icon of British cuisine - have teamed up ...

The Queen’s life-size cake produced to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee

Melissa McNally

June 2, 2022

Folkestone

A hyper-realistic cake from Her Majesty The Queen has been served to delighted players at a Buzz Bingo club in Birmingham. The 5ft 3in tall confectionery was created for Buzz Bingo by professional pastry chef ...

As Danny Boyle’s Disney Plus Sex Pistols series Pistol begins, former classmates from Tunbridge Wells reveal the real Sid Vicious

Melissa McNally

May 31, 2022

Folkestone

As Danny Boyle's new Pistol TV miniseries is about to burst onto our screens today, John Nurden tries to find out what turned shy Tunbridge Wells schoolboy Simon John Ritchie into Sid Vicious, probably the mos...

Chiddingstone: the beauty of Kent’s hidden village steeped in history

Melissa McNally

May 28, 2022

Folkestone

There are a whole host of reasons why living in Kent is simply wonderful. Whether it's the easy access to London or the quiet countryside, there really is something for everyone. But surely one of the best thi...

Things to do in South Kent during the Jubilee Bank Holiday

Melissa McNally

May 27, 2022

Folkestone

In June, the nation will use a four-day public holiday to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.To commemorate 70 years of Her Majesty's reign, official events will include a Platinum ...

Dover Athletic boss Andy Hessenthaler accepts there is pressure on him to deliver results as the Whites prepare for National League south

Melissa McNally

May 25, 2022

Folkestone

Manager Andy Hessenthaler accepts there is pressure on him to play as Dover prepare to live in the National League South.The Whites endured a difficult 2021/22 season which saw them finish bottom of the Nation...

The long-awaited opening of a new athletics track at Three Hills Sport Park in Folkestone is now scheduled for July

Melissa McNally

May 23, 2022

Folkestone

It is now hoped that the long-awaited opening of the city's new athletics facility will take place in July.Work on the new track at Three Hills Sport Park in Folkestone had to be halted last year due to concer...

Canterbury City Council launches appeal after continuing air dump incidents in Herne Bay

Melissa McNally

May 21, 2022

Folkestone

Canterbury City Council is appealing for information following a number of air spill incidents in Herne Bay. The incidents took place outside Elizabeth Court in Queen Street. A CCTV camera was deployed in the ...

A Victorian building that once housed Debenhams in Folkestone will be demolished to make way for a medical center

Melissa McNally

May 20, 2022

Folkestone

A Victorian building which previously housed the Debenhams town branch will be demolished to make way for a new health centre.The three-storey property on the corner of Sandgate Road and Bouverie Place in Folk...

I visited Lower Leas Coastal Park in Folkestone and felt like I was on a tropical island

Melissa McNally

May 17, 2022

Folkestone

Lower Leas Coastal Park is always high on the list of things to do in Folkestone and is popular with tourists and locals alike. As a new resident of the city, I went to see for myself what is so special about ...

Inter-school maths challenge finds Folkestone’s child prodigies

Melissa McNally

May 16, 2022

Folkestone

Mr Shaw presents the shield to the St Maarten team Submitted to the Folkestone HeraldFolkestone and Hythe Primary Schools competed for the title of Year 11 Maths Challenge Champion...

Firefighters remind public to be careful near waterways after rescuing pair stuck in mud

Melissa McNally

May 13, 2022

Folkestone

Fire crews are urging the public to be careful around muddy waterways after they rescued two people who were trapped near Folkestone Stadium. The couple were trapped in mud up to their waists and had to be res...

Homeless charity Porchlight warns of ‘human cost’ as Kent County Council plans to scrap Kent Homeless Connect (KHC) service

Melissa McNally

May 11, 2022

Folkestone

Fears have been raised over the 'human cost' of potential cuts to homeless aid in Kent.Charity group Porchlight has warned of the "devastating" impact of the withdrawal of the £5million-a-year Kent Homeless Co...

Kent’s most iconic gigs including The Beatles, Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Oasis, Jimi Hendrix

Melissa McNally

May 8, 2022

Folkestone

When you think of musical performances, there are some undeniably iconic gigs that will always stand out. Live Aid at Wembley, The Beatles on the roof of Apple's offices, Nirvana's MTV unplugged set, The Sex P...

The UK’s largest open-air cinema is coming to Kent this summer

Melissa McNally

May 7, 2022

Folkestone

The UK's largest itinerant open-air cinema has kicked off its biggest season and will visit two sites in Kent very soon. Adventure Cinema has launched its summer entertainment schedule and will screen in Marga...

Parents of baby who died after choking on food at Ashford nursery talk about planned childcare changes

Melissa McNally

May 4, 2022

Folkestone

The parents of a nine-month-old baby who died after choking on food at an Ashford nursery have announced plans to relax rules regarding the staff-to-child ratio.This is something the government sees as a way t...

The latest Folkestone and Hythe planning applications including a new conservatory and house

Melissa McNally

April 30, 2022

Folkestone

Getting familiar with planning apps is a great way to find out what might change in your area. Across the district of Folkestone and Hythe, new planning applications have been submitted. This is the weekly li...

Saifuddin Ali, of Ashford, on trial after crash that killed Tyrese Quigley

Melissa McNally

April 29, 2022

Folkestone

A teenager died after being thrown from his moped into a crowd of nearby people following a collision with a car, a court has heard.The driver of the car will now stand trial in Crown Court next month in the d...

Teen throws brick at victim during altercation outside Strood McDonald’s

Melissa McNally

April 27, 2022

Folkestone

A teenager allegedly threw a brick during an altercation with three men in their twenties outside a Strood McDonald's. The incident happened in the parking lot of the McDonald's restaurant on Commercial Road, ...

What the record average house price will fetch you in each town in Kent

Melissa McNally

April 25, 2022

Folkestone

New data from Rightmove shows that average house prices are on the rise again. It comes as they hit a new record high for the third month in a row. Prices recorded on a monthly basis increased by an average of...

Dog trainer Graeme Hall of Channel 5’s Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly holds his first UK tour at Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone

Melissa McNally

April 23, 2022

Folkestone

The star of Channel 5's Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly shares his wisdom with Kent as he hosts his first-ever UK tour in Folkestone.Graeme Hall's 'The Dogfather Live on Stage' will be at Leas Cliff Hall on Friday ...

Tenterden artist Sam Cox aka Mr Doodle completes artwork for F51 skate park in Folkestone

Melissa McNally

April 21, 2022

Folkestone

A uniquely styled artist whose works have sold for millions of pounds has completed a piece of street art in a new skate park.Sam Cox, better known in the art world as Mr Doodle, spent three days creating the ...

Ukrainian refugee Daniel Lysak leads Gillingham ahead of League One game with Fleetwood Town

Melissa McNally

April 19, 2022

Folkestone

A young Ukrainian refugee forced to flee war in his country had a wish come true when he drove Gillingham to Priestfield yesterday.Daniel Lysak, who was hosted by a family in Folkestone with his mother Yana, e...

Kent RSPCA seeks forever homes for abandoned rabbits

Melissa McNally

April 17, 2022

Folkestone

Eric and Ernie were left by the side of the road Submitted by the RSPCAAt Easter, the RSPCA raises awareness of the plight of the abandoned and neglected rabbits in their care.Acro...

Just Stop Oil warns queues at Kent petrol stations will continue until government takes action

Melissa McNally

April 14, 2022

Folkestone

Just Stop Oil has released a statement explaining exactly what the government needs to do to end the queues outside petrol stations. Although there is no shortage of fuel itself, a number of sites across Kent ...

Folkestone pupils love learning about their community

Melissa McNally

April 12, 2022

Folkestone

Some of the people who went to chat Submitted to the Folkestone Herald Folkestone students listened to the stories, backgrounds and experiences of people who live or work in the to...

Damian Collins: Folkestone column for the week ending April 8

Melissa McNally

April 10, 2022

Folkestone

Written by the MP for Folkestone and Hythe, KentOver the past week we have seen some of the toughest road conditions in Kent in seven years. The M20 has been closed to coastal traffic ...

House prices in Kent: New heatmap shows cheapest to most expensive neighborhoods in Kent in 2022

Melissa McNally

April 8, 2022

Folkestone

This year has undeniably had a rough start as the country has seen rising prices in almost every aspect of life. From gas prices to our weekly groceries, from gas and electricity bills to council tax, the risi...

BBC Question Time will be broadcast from the Malthouse Theater with the Archbishop of Canterbury

Melissa McNally

April 6, 2022

Folkestone

The BBC's Question Time will be filming in Kent this week at a historic location best known for helping brew beer rather than debate.The hour-long political and hard-to-talk show is presented at the newly refu...

Eurotunnel, DFDS and Irish Ferries delays as lorries continue to queue at M20 Operation Brock and A20 Dover TAP

Melissa McNally

April 5, 2022

Folkestone

Drivers face a fifth day of severe disruption on Kent's roads as cross-Channel delays continue.The reduction in ferry services caused by the P&O saga, coupled with increased demand from people during the Easte...

Damian Collins: Folkestone column for the week ending April 1

Melissa McNally

April 3, 2022

Folkestone

Written by the MP for Folkestone and Hythe, KentWe are all appalled by the behavior of the management of P&O Ferries who have laid off their entire workforce and replaced them with agen...

Severe congestion on M20 near Maidstone and M2 as drivers face miles of queues

Melissa McNally

April 1, 2022

Folkestone

Operation Brock caused serious traffic problems on the M20 and M2, with traffic queuing for miles for much of the day.Motorists faced heavy congestion on the M20 from Junction 8 near Leeds Castle and Maidstone...