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00:21:22

Podcast: "Scallywag thief" says he shouldn't be...

KentOnline ·

2025/09/03

A man suffering serious health problems, and currently living in a tent under a bridge in Maidstone , has reached out to the community for help.The 72-year-old has found himself with nowhere to stay while suffering with a chronic condition which leaves him struggling for breath after any exertion.Also in today’s podcast, three recent inspections by the health watchdog have revealed the extent of the crisis facing adult social care in Kent, as the local authority warns of even core services

00:18:53

Podcast: Bouncer sacked after ‘excessive force’ used...

KentOnline ·

2025/09/02

A bouncer has been sacked after a man was left bruised following an altercation at a nightclub.Footage from ATIK in Dartford shows the victim being dragged and punched near the exit to the venue in the early hours of Saturday.Also in today’s podcast, an empty shop overrun with pigeons has been branded the “most disgusting” building in the town centre – but the landlord says his hands are tied by planning rules.The former Evans unit in Ashford is feared a “health hazard”, with one woman saying she

00:23:22

Podcast: Shocking moment drunk driver crashes into...

KentOnline ·

2025/09/01

The shocking moment a drunk driver careened into a seaside pub loved by celebrities - then calmly walked away – has been caught on camera. Howard Sargent left a trail of destruction when he ploughed his Toyota into the Pilot Inn after drinking throughout the day.Also in today’s podcast, we’ve spoken to a Folkestone mum who is urging others not to ignore lumps while breastfeeding after she was diagnosed with cancer.Chelsey Saunders put her symptoms - which also included a swelling in her armpit -

00:21:57

Podcast: Delays after crashes on the M20, M2 and A2...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/29

Drivers have been facing long delays on a number of main roads in Kent following a series of crashes.The most serious happened on the M20 in the early hours of this morning, closing part of the London bound carriageway.Also in today's podcast, a Tunbridge Wells mum has been told she has just weeks to live after a 10-year battle with cancer.Hélène Menardi was initially diagnosed with breast cancer at the end of 2015, and despite intensive treatment it's now spread to other parts of her body. Hear

00:21:02

Podcast: Police cordon off Swale House council office...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/28

Police have taped off the car park of a council office building in Sittingbourne.Officers were called to Swale House on East Street last night while paramedics were also reportedly seen early this morning. Hear from reporter Joe Crossley who has also been there.Also in today's podcast, a Sittingbourne mum has told us how it took her having a 'breakdown' in an A&E ward to find out her daughter has a life-changing condition.Morgan Austin from Teynham gave birth to Matilda in January and was told her

00:21:14

Podcast: Tributes paid to football coach Tim Sells...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/27

Tributes have been paid to a dad who died after suffering a cardiac arrest at a gym in Herne Bay.Tim Sells was working out at Snap Fitness when he collapsed last week, and passed away in hospital three days later.The 47-year-old worked as a football development manager for Millwall FC Community Trust and also coached youngsters at Whitstable Town FC and Tankerton. Hear from his partner Lisa who is urging people to learn CPR.Also in today's podcast, a man has been flown to a London hospital after

00:20:56

Podcast: Man flown to hospital following 'serious...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/26

A man has been injured following reports of a serious attack in Herne Bay.Police, paramedics and an air ambulance were called to Hampton Pier Avenue yesterday evening.Also in today's podcast, footage has been released of a traffic warden being attacked in Gravesend, as staff speak out about the abuse they are facing.An investigation by KentOnline has found enforcement officers are putting up with daily threats, assaults and racism.People living in a village near Dartford fear it could be split in

00:24:08

Podcast: Dymchurch Amusement Park boss urges people...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/22

Ahead of the August bank holiday weekend we're being encouraged to visit part of the Kent coast - despite it's poor water quality rating.The owners of Dymchurch Amusement Park say there's more to do there than just swimming.Last November the Environment Agency downgraded the beach's water quality to poor and issued a no-swim warning.Also in today's podcast, a woman who moved to Kent when the war started in Ukraine has told the podcast she doesn't think the Russian president will ever agree to meet

00:18:16

Podcast: Controversial landlord Fergus Wilson offers...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/21

A Kent landlord has revealed plans to offer woodland to a council for a traveller camp.Fergus Wilson has said he will sell a 12 acre site in Boughton Monchelsea, that he bought in the 1980s, to Maidstone Borough Council.The local authority recently launched a search for suitable land to accommodate a 15 pitch camp.Also in today's podcast, the Reform UK leader of Kent County Council has told local authorities to check up on the legal status of asylum hotels.Linden Kemkaran has spoken out after a High

00:23:09

Podcast: Man who died after falling in River Medway...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/20

A man who died after falling in the River Medway in Maidstone earlier this month has been named.Daniel Grossett was discovered a day after being spotted going into the water near Archbishops Palace on August 11th. He'd previously been on an episode of the podcast and plenty of tributes have been paid.Also in today's episode, Kent Wildlife Trust bosses have told us how vital money that could be spent on conservation is having to be used to repair damage at some of their sites.A viewing screen at one

00:19:19

Podcast: Man in 'critical but stable' condition in...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/19

A tractor driver is in a critical but stable condition after his vehicle fell from a bridge onto the M20.Police say he had been driving along the A227 near Wrotham when his trailer became separated from the tractor and overturned.Also in today's podcast, there's been mixed reaction to news further traffic restrictions could be put in place on Rochester High Street.You already can't drive along it on Saturdays - now a consultation is underway into plans to stop vehicles on Sundays and bank holidays

00:16:59

Podcast: Tributes left to boy, 2, who died in crash...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/18

A two-year-old boy has died after a car hit pedestrians in a car park in Whitstable.Emergency crews were called to the junction of Harbour Street and Cromwell Road on Saturday night and a man in his 20s has been arrested.Also in today's podcast, two people are due in court charged with murder following the death of a man in Gravesend.Police were called to a disturbance involving a group of people outside a property on Augustine Road last Tuesday night. It's been revealed temporary accommodation is

00:24:12

Podcast: Residents of Elham Valley Caravan Park left...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/15

Residents at a caravan park near Canterbury fear they will be left on the streets after being given 14 days to leave.Elham Valley Holiday Park, which is also known as Goldpark Leisure, currently has around 19 caravans with some occupants having lived there for 10 years.Hear from one of the residents after an eviction notice was taped to his door.The King has said today the sacrifices of VJ Day should 'never be forgotten' as we mark the 80th anniversary.This was when Japan surrendered, officially

00:23:20

Podcast: Thousands of students across Kent collect...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/14

Three teenagers charged with murder following the death of a man on a Sheppey beach are due to make a first appearance at crown court today.Alexander Cashford, 49, who had a home in Warden Bay, is said to have suffered multiple injuries in Leysdown on Sunday night.Also in today's podcast, a murder investigation is underway after a man in his 30s died following a stabbing in Gravesend.Police were called to reports of a disturbance outside a property in Augustine Road late on Tuesday night.Figures

00:22:10

Podcast: Man, 22, dies after Kawasaki motorbike hits...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/13

A motorcyclist has died following a crash which closed a major road in Ashford.The 22-year-old was riding a bike that hit a kerb on the A2070 last night.Also in today's episode, three teenagers have been charged with murder following the death of a man on Sheppey.Police were called to the Warden Bay Road area of Leysdown at around 7pm on Sunday following reports of an altercation involving a small group of people. Alexander Cashford, 49, died at the scene.Figures seen by the KentOnline Podcast show

00:16:44

Podcast: Teenagers remain in custody on suspicion of...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/12

Three children are still being questioned by police on suspicion of murder following the death of a man on Sheppey.It's been reported the victim, who was in his 40s, suffered severe head injuries after being hit with a concrete slab in the Warden Bay Road area of Leysdown on Sunday night.Also in today's podcast, police have increased patrols in part of Maidstone following reports of motorbikes and e-bikes being ridden antisocially.People living in the Coombe Road area of Tovil have raised

00:19:36

Podcast: Three teenagers arrested on suspicion of...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/11

Three teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man on Sheppey.Police were called to the Warden Bay Road area of Leysdown shortly after 7pm yesterday.It had been reported that a row had broken out among a small group of people and a man was seriously injured in an attack.Also in today's podcast, a Kent mum says she's been forced to give up her career because her son has been left without a school place.Leighton, 10, from Maidstone has additional needs and hasn't

00:24:15

Podcast: Mum pays heartbreaking tribute after son, 4,...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/08

A four-year-old boy has died after being hit by a bus outside a Kent hospital.Emergency crews rushed to the car park at the QEQM in Margate after it happened yesterday afternoon.The little boy has been named as Zaahir Jan and his mum has posted a heartbreaking tribute online.Also in today's podcast, two men have been charged with murder by detectives investigation the death of another man in Sittingbourne.He reportedly fell from a wall and collided with a vehicle after being chased in the town

00:23:22

Podcast: Homeless Gravesend man jailed after stabbing...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/07

A man has told a court he's 'scared to walk the streets' after being stabbed by a homeless man in Gravesend.The victim was attacked by Gary Stephens after intervening in an argument he was having with a woman outside a Tesco store in 2022.Also in today's podcast, the leader of the opposition at Kent County Council has criticised the way Reform UK are behaving in cabinet meetings.Lib Dem councillor and leader of the opposition at KCC Antony Hook has spoken out - you can hear from him and a response

00:22:17

Podcast: Man in court after jumping on ex's BMW at...

KentOnline ·

2025/08/06

A man who jumped on his ex's car at traffic lights in Dover has avoided jail - despite already being banned from contacting her.A court was told the 32-year-old saw her by chance in the town and smashed the windscreen in June.Also in today's podcast, a Folkestone man whose mum and step-dad are being held in Iran says they've been allowed to make their first call home.Lindsay and Craig Foreman were detained on suspicion of espionage while on a motorbike tour around the world.The boss of a Kent

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