News

Hey Presto! Hawkinge becomes a town

Posted by editor on Nov 19, 2011 - 08:50 AM

By Teflon

I was quite amazed to read that Hawkinge village has now become a town and I would think a lot of residents who live here feel the same as me.

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Folkestone can learn a lot from Margate air show and fun weekend

Posted by editor on Jun 22, 2011 - 08:40 AM

By CJ

Thousands braved the weather and didn't allow it to dampen their enthusiasm for the two day air show and fun weekend on the Thanet coast.

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Smashing new £1.3 million courts in Deal

Posted by editor on Jun 11, 2011 - 11:50 AM

A new £1.3 million permanent indoor tennis centre in Deal is all set to open on 1 July.

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Consider the wider picture when criticising the local press

Posted by editor on Sep 28, 2010 - 09:10 AM

Dear Editor,
Re: Shame about the Herald's non-reporting of Leas Lift 125th Anniversary
I buy both the Herald and Express (I'm retired and have to fill my days with something!) and I actually believe the reverse to be true.

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Are you interested in photography?

Posted by editor on Aug 21, 2010 - 09:15 AM

By Jenny Barraclough

Monday 6th September will be the start of the Folkestone Camera Club new season, which is always a good evening seeing our friends, old and new, and we also hope to be welcoming new members.

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Neighbourhood Watch advise residents about 'duster sellers'

Posted by editor on Jun 22, 2010 - 09:10 AM

Neighbourhood Watch is giving advice to residents about doorstep callers known as 'duster sellers'.

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Shepway and Dover Neighbourhood Watch Officer retires

Posted by editor on Jun 08, 2010 - 09:54 AM

Long serving Neighbourhood Watch Liaison Officer for Dover and Shepway, Sally Coleman has retired after eleven years in the job.

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Lord Radnor announces name of new Folkestone's Leas Lift operator

Posted by editor on Jun 01, 2010 - 12:13 PM

Lord Radnor has announced that a new company has been formed to run the Leas Lift once the building works are completed.

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Lots of fun events this Easter in Folkestone town centre

Posted by editor on Apr 03, 2009 - 12:02 AM

Youngsters and adults alike can look forward to fun days of entertainment in Folkestone town centre during the Easter holiday period.

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White vans being targeted by thieves

Posted by editor on Apr 02, 2009 - 09:59 PM

Kent Police are asking members of the public and in particular tradesmen, to be aware that Ford transit vans are being targeted in the South Kent policing area