Remembrance Sunday service in Chatham live-streamed to hundreds
In a year when loss has been felt more often than most, Remembrance Sunday services to commemorate those lost at war were held in a very different way. Government restrictions on mass gatherings also extended to the annual services. Organisers…
Kent’s World Championship dancers may have to compete virtually
With the new government lockdown starting this week, many businesses in Kent are being forced to close their doors for the second time this year. This also means that dance studios across the county will have to put their training…
More than ever democracy has proved to be crucial as people in the US fight for their right to have their vote counted
Just hours ago Biden took the lead in the Republican stronghold state Georgia and later today Pennsylvania, a state Trump claimed to win on election night. With former Vice President Joe Biden in the lead in Pennsylvania and 98% of…
Whitstable cafe saves 1,000 kg of food waste while reducing food poverty
A non-profit café in Kent has saved around 1,000 kg of food from being wasted in two months. The Umbrella Café, located on Oxford Street, Whitstable, is a community-interest company and part of the charity Whitstable Umbrella Centre. With the…
The danger of home Fireworks became clear as Kent’s Council displays called off
Across the county, the 5th November is a night of bright skies and celebrations. Usually many fireworks displays organised by the council and professional companies attract large crowds. However, this year due to the coronavirus pandemic almost every display has been…
Rochester art exhibition done by visually impaired suspended due to Covid
An exhibition showcasing artwork produced by visually impaired people during the last lockdown is now facing being closed down again. Out of Sight not Out of Mind, displayed at the Rochester Art Gallery, is a collection of various kinds of…
Leicester Tigers test positive
Leicester Tigers have shut down training after multiple positive coronavirus tests. Players will now continue training individually at home in preparation for their first game of the season against Gloucester in two weeks. A club statement said: “Health, wellbeing and…
Lockdown 2.0 in Kent
Almost two million residents living in Kent will be expected to stay home as much as possible from today. The new government restrictions came into force at midnight, meaning that restaurants, pubs and all non-essential businesses have to close in…
Class of COVID-19
Coronavirus has changed so many aspects of our lives but one of the most consistently overlooked groups is students. Below are the stories of the disenfranchised, the heartbroken and the somewhat discombobulated. Click on the first image to read them…
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