Folkestone & Hythe News
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Council Updates Students Quiz Folkestone & Hythe Councillors on Housing, Waste and Community Support
Young residents got direct access to local decision-makers in a question session covering key council services. For many students living in…
26 March 2026 -
Council Updates Folkestone & Hythe District Council launches expanded youth forum with local school partnerships
Folkestone & Hythe District Council is forming a new cohort of its youth forum for 13-19 year olds, with contributions from four local…
26 March 2026 -
Council Updates Folkestone & Hythe Council Backs £2.4m Grant to Reopen Sports Centre Swimming Pool
The district council has approved a one-off capital grant of £2,421,250 to restore swimming facilities at Folkestone Sports Centre by…
26 March 2026 -
Crime & Justice Kent Police Appeal for Samuel Alexander Wanted on Court Warrant
Kent Police Appeal for Samuel Alexander Wanted on Court Warrant Kent Police appeal for help locating Samuel Alexander, wanted on a court…
21 March 2026 -
Crime & Justice Police Launch Search for Missing 82-Year-Old Fred Bridgham from Ashford
Police Launch Search for Missing 82-Year-Old Fred Bridgham from Ashford Kent Police appeals for help locating elderly man last seen on…
14 March 2026 -
Fire & Rescue Smoke Alert Issued for Folkestone’s Cherry Garden Lane as Residents Urged to Close Windows and Doors
Smoke Alert Issued for Folkestone’s Cherry Garden Lane as Residents Urged to Close Windows and Doors Kent Fire and Rescue Service advises…
13 March 2026 -
Council Updates Kent Launches UK’s First Marmot Coastal Region to Tackle Health Inequalities
Kent County Council unveils groundbreaking public health initiative focused on addressing disparities in coastal communities, with support…
13 March 2026 -
Council Updates Have Your Say: Kent’s Council Future Consultation Now Open
Kent residents and businesses are being urged to share their views on how councils should be reorganised, with the government consultation…
8 March 2026 -
Crime & Justice A20 Eastbound Closed After Serious Collision at Roundhill Tunnel
A20 Eastbound Closed After Serious Collision at Roundhill Tunnel Kent Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage following crash…
4 March 2026 -
Crime & Justice Man Wanted on Prison Recall Has Lydd Connections, Kent Police Appeal
Man Wanted on Prison Recall Has Lydd Connections, Kent Police Appeal Kent Police urge public assistance in locating Andrew Maloney, who is…
26 February 2026 -
Economy OBR to Unveil Updated Economic Forecast Following Chancellor’s Statement
The Office for Budget Responsibility will present its latest outlook for the UK economy and public finances on 3 March, with a live virtual…
24 February 2026 -
Fire & Rescue Candle Sparked Bedroom Blaze as Firefighters Battle House Fire in Folkestone
Candle Sparked Bedroom Blaze as Firefighters Battle House Fire in Folkestone Kent Fire and Rescue Service brought a bedroom fire under…
23 February 2026