Canterbury and Kent News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Canterbury and Kent. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.

How Kent survived a week without water
Supplies have now returned to nearly 24,000 households, but how did people go a week with no water?

'Awful' Christmas drone show postponed again
Free tickets to the Kent show were offered to people who complained about a previous show.

Asda worker honoured for saving drowning man
Dan Fiveash saved a man from drowning in the River Medway in April this year.

Singing Christmas statue stolen from funeral home
The nutcracker was loved by schoolchildren and comforted bereaved people.

Teenager charged with murder after fatal stabbing
Musa Hussen-Salih, 18, has been charged with murder after the incident in Chatham on Tuesday.

Chatham Docks steel firm puts 85 jobs at risk
ArcelorMittal Kent Wire, based at Chatham Docks, is the largest steel manufacturer in Europe.

Strictly's Balvinder Sopal wants Gillingham votes
The EastEnders actor, from Gillingham, is through to the final five of Strictly Come Dancing.

Call for 'Covid-style' help amid water disruption
Tunbridge Wells MP Mike Martin calls for an £18.5m recovery package for Kent and Sussex businesses.

Is my tap water safe? Kent health worries explained
Homes in Tunbridge Wells and East Sussex have been told to boil tap water before drinking it.

Anger and frustration after six days of water chaos
Households in areas of Kent and East Sussex have been told to boil water by South East Water.

Why is South East Water under so much pressure now?
Why is South East Water facing repeated supply failures and growing criticism from customers and MPs?

'Blind Date paired me with a future TV presenter'
Donda Michaelas, from Bearsted, went on a date with Jenni Falconer in 1994 on the popular TV show.

'Fake police' scammed us out of nearly £30,000
The Kent couple say they were targeted by scammers claiming they were from the Metropolitan Police.

Cars stolen and smuggled abroad within 24 hours
Vehicles are sent thousands of miles away from the UK, often within 24 hours of a theft, police say.

The forgotten cross-Channel female flying pioneer
The first woman to fly across the Channel, the news was overshadowed by the sinking of the Titanic.

The wartime tunnels which were home to thousands
Thousands of people lived in Ramsgate Tunnels during World War Two.

South East Water: Exclusive interview
Douglas Whitfield is Water Supply Director at South East Water.

Water outage 'I couldn't take chronic illness meds'
Up to 24,000 homes have been without water this week.

Gillingham FC
Garath McCleary on wing play, Gillingham & how manager Gareth Ainsworth saved his career.

Secret Kent
A story of smuggling, violence and the Hawkhurst Gang.

Kent seamer Quinn signs new two-year contract
Kent seam bowler Matt Quinn signs a new two-year contract with the club.

The new year goal of 'building a better Emma Raducanu'
Emma Raducanu hopes to develop a better base level in 2026 so she can dictate matches and worry less about her opponents' strengths.

Raducanu 'isn't hiding any more' after stalking ordeal
Emma Raducanu is now comfortable travelling by public transport and does not feel she is "hiding from anything any more" after her stalking ordeal.

Notts to start title defence against Somerset
Title-holders Notts will start the 2026 County Championship with an away game against Somerset, while One-Day Cup winners Worcestershire face Derbyshire in their opening match.

GB will regroup - captain Harvey
GB sitting volleyball captain Claire Harvey is keen to keep playing despite having all funding withdrawn by UK Sport.

Course closures bad news for racing as a whole
Horse racing cannot afford to lose more courses following the closures of Hereford and Folkestone, says Cornelius Lysaght

Gills bond after Vincelot injury
Gillingham's Charlie Allen says an injury to Romain Vincelot during the win at Rotherham has helped the team bond.

Broncos to return to Gillingham
London Broncos announce Gillingham's Priestfield Stadium will host their Super League match against Warrington.

Coach Kerry gives up 'dream job'
Danny Kerry believes the Great Britain women's team needs a "new direction" after stepping down as head coach.

Bevan shocked at Kent presidency
Kent's new president-elect Bob Bevan says he was shocked to be nominated for the role at Canterbury.
Two missing after entering river to evade police
Police say they are "extremely concerned" for their welfare of the men, as the search continues.
Hillsborough victim's relative followed by police for a week, report finds
The police watchdog received 25 complaints about surveillance from people connected to the disaster.
Four arrested after crumble and custard thrown at Crown Jewels display
The Tower of London was partially closed to the public while the police investigated.
Prince William praises 'inspiring' Kevin Sinfield
Sinfield is close to finishing his latest challenge to support the motor neurone disease community.
'The tattoo on my arm is now on my tongue after cancer treatment'
Harriet Trewhitt, 21, was diagnosed with stage 2 squamous cell carcinoma earlier this year.
Homes damaged in 'mini tornado', say residents
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports a garage door and roof had blown away.
'Teeny-tiny' Christmas tree sparks confusion
A councillor defends a newly planted council Christmas tree after locals said was too small.
Council leader expelled from Reform UK lambasts MP
Ian Cooper breaks his silence after being exposed for allegedly making racist comments online.
Fire engulfs historic ballroom and nightclub
A fire has broken out at Brighouse's old Venue 73 nightclub, previously known as the Ritz Ballroom.
'Awful' Christmas drone show postponed again
Free tickets to the Kent show were offered to people who complained about a previous show.
Girl, 11, stars in film with Kiefer Sutherland
Matilda, 11, says actor, who plays her character's dad, was "professional and kind" during shoot.
Elf movie costume sells for £239,000 at auction
The costume from the festive favourite exceeds expectations, while a hat from Indiana Jones tops £300,000.