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Farm shop shuts after 17 years

Farm shop shuts after 17 years

A popular farm shop has announced its closure, with bosses describing the decision as “unavoidable” due to a number of factors.

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Payne strikes gold

Payne strikes gold

Two-goal striker Stefan Payne’s display in Faversham’s victory at Hollands & Blair has been saluted by boss Tommy Warrilow.

‘I almost got away with a free meal!’

‘I almost got away with a free meal!’

The opening night of an outdoor food village proved so busy that the frazzled staff almost gave away a free katsu curry.

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Glimmer of hope for campaign to restore key bridge

Glimmer of hope for campaign to restore key bridge

Campaigners fighting for the transformation of a dilapidated town bridge have been offered a faint ray of hope, as an ownership debate continues.

Disruption expected as major route closes for maintenance work

Disruption expected as major route closes for maintenance work

Drivers are being warned to expect disruption to a key A-road – as three weeks worth of closures are announced.

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Grotty station subway to undergo £5k facelift with huge mural

Grotty station subway to undergo £5k facelift with huge mural

A grotty railway station underpass plagued with litter, flooding and graffiti is set to undergo a £5,000 facelift.

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Long-awaited Home Bargains store finally gets go-ahead

Long-awaited Home Bargains store finally gets go-ahead

A long-awaited Home Bargains store has been given the green light to open after renovation works were approved by council officers.

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Briggs remains in Town’s plans

Briggs remains in Town’s plans

Young keeper Lewis Briggs remains part of Faversham’s long-term plans, boss Tommy Warrilow insists.

Lorry driver in court after two women seriously injured in head-on crash

Lorry driver in court after two women seriously injured in head-on crash

A lorry driver has appeared in court accused of causing serious injury to two women by dangerous driving after a head-on crash at the weekend.

Reform UK leaflets ‘playing fast and loose with safety of vulnerable children’

Reform UK leaflets ‘playing fast and loose with safety of vulnerable children’

Leaflets opposing the conversion of an old care home into a reception centre for asylum-seeking children have been branded “completely unacceptable”.

Flat fire started by sunlight reflected on crystal

Flat fire started by sunlight reflected on crystal

Two fire engines were called to a flat after the curtains caught fire.

Two women seriously hurt in lorry crash

Two women seriously hurt in lorry crash

A man has been arrested following a serious crash between a lorry and a car on a country road.

Inquest opens into death of alleged murder victim

Inquest opens into death of alleged murder victim

An inquest has opened into the death of an alleged murder victim who was stabbed twice with a kitchen knife.

New Town faces add quality

New Town faces add quality

A forward with Championship experience has signed for Faversham.

Primary school, cricket ground and hotel in Prince's plans for 2,500-home estate

Primary school, cricket ground and hotel in Prince's plans for 2,500-home estate

Official plans for Prince William’s sprawling estate reveal the 2,500-home development could include a primary school, cricket ground and hotel.

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‘Retail isn’t secure - so I’m moving into funeral business’

‘Retail isn’t secure - so I’m moving into funeral business’

The departing owner of a beloved vinyl record store is moving into the funeral industry – as it is more “secure” than working in retail.

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Southern Counties East round-up

Southern Counties East round-up

Faversham Town tightened their grip on a Premier Division play-off place after scoring a late winner at Erith Town on Saturday.

Two men released and four remain in custody as murder probe continues

Two men released and four remain in custody as murder probe continues

Following six arrests in the investigation into the suspected murder of a “funny and loyal” man, two men have now been released from custody.

Warrilow: Our task is much clearer now

Warrilow: Our task is much clearer now

A frustrating period has presented one major positive for Faversham boss Tommy Warrilow.

Six arrests as police probe suspected murder

Six arrests as police probe suspected murder

Police are investigating the suspected murder of a man described as "generous, funny and loyal".

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