MaidstoneJust nowSchool SEND advisors strike over council disputeOne teacher says her colleagues' jobs have "changed significantly" since September.Just now22 hrs agoMan admits manslaughter after botched drugs dealChris Maclean had threatened Jay Gerrett with a knife, causing him to run away and get hit by a car.22 hrs ago3 days agoAdvance warning for nine-day rail closure in MayPart of the line between Ashford and Borough Green had to close in 2021 after a landslip.3 days ago3 days agoPolice urged to dig at site of 41 dead dogsPeople tell the BBC they fear the remains of more dogs are yet to be found at the compound in Essex.3 days ago5 days agoThe animal rescue centre that became a mass graveyard of dogsA senior police officer of 30 years says he has never seen animal cruelty on such a scale.5 days ago5 days agoMental health patients to get VR holidaysThe hi-tech trial is being set up at a unit which specifically cares for older women with dementia.5 days ago7 days agoLeeds Castle to celebrate final concert after 48 yearsThe Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will be performing in a "thoughtfully curated programme".7 days ago11 Feb 2026Killer made 'cowardly decision' after fatal crashPatrick Maughan, 54, and Owen Maughan, 27, both deny murder after the fatal crash in Dartford.11 Feb 20268 Feb 2026Memories of the toffee factory that disappearedA woman shares childhood memories of a once‑famous toffee‑making empire that started in Maidstone.8 Feb 2026...