Connaught Park Tennis Courts Reopen Following Major Refurbishment
Tennis enthusiasts in Dover can once again enjoy the courts at Connaught Park, as Dover District Council (DDC) and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) officially reopen the newly refurbished facilities on Saturday, 19 April. Two courts at the popular park have undergone a comprehensive upgrade as part of a nationwide programme funded by the UK […]
Serial Shoplifter Jailed After String of Thefts
A man has been jailed after admitting to 14 shop thefts across Southend and Westcliff. David Lindner, 30, of the Clarence Road area of Southend, was arrested on 13 April after being recognised by a Southend Neighbourhood Policing Team officer while in Warrior Square. He was known to be wanted in connection with multiple […]
Stolen Bicycle Recovered and Returned to Owner by Potters Bar Police
A bicycle reported stolen from Potters Bar railway station has been successfully returned to its owner thanks to the quick thinking and vigilance of local neighbourhood police officers. The bike was stolen four days prior when officers, while attending an unrelated matter, spotted a bicycle they suspected had been taken without the owner’s consent. Acting […]
Witness Appeal Following Potential Assault of Teenager in Dover
Police are appealing for information following a potential assault involving a 16-year-old girl who was found with minor leg injuries in Dover earlier this week. The teenager was discovered at approximately 5:45pm on Monday, April 14, near the roundabout at the junction of Coombe Valley Road and Poulton Close. She was later taken to […]
Police Appeal After Reports of Inappropriate Behaviour in Maidstone Parks
Kent Police have launched an appeal for information following multiple reports of inappropriate behaviour involving a man in and around parks in Maidstone. Between March 9 and April 16, officers received three reports of a man behaving suspiciously, including allegations that he followed a woman and a teenage boy in Mote Park, and another […]
Emergency Services Respond to Serious Incident in West Wickham
A serious incident has unfolded in West Wickham this evening after an elderly man reportedly collapsed on High Street. Emergency services, including police and paramedics, are believed to be currently at the scene. The condition of the man remains unclear at this stage, and updates are expected as more information becomes available. Public Urged […]
Dean Franklin Crowned Winner of The Apprentice 2025
Lord Sugar has chosen his newest business partner, crowning Dean Franklin the winner of The Apprentice 2025 after a tense final showdown. Franklin, an air conditioning company owner from Essex, beat out tough competition from Anisa Khan, a pizza business owner from London, in the final episode of the BBC reality show. The Final […]
Emergency Services Respond to Four-Car Collision Outside Nando’s in Beckenham
A major emergency response was launched this evening following a four-car road traffic collision outside Nando’s restaurant at 199-203 High Street, Beckenham . The incident, which was reported at approximately 9.30pm, prompted the swift arrival of police, paramedics, and London Fire Brigade (LFB) after initial reports suggested persons were trapped in the vehicles. Multiple […]
Stagecoach Bus Catches Fire Near Ashford – No Injuries Reported
A Stagecoach bus travelling towards Bromley Green, near Ashford, caught fire this afternoon on Hamstreet Road, prompting an emergency response. The incident occurred at around 3:00pm between Bromley Green and Capel Road. Fortunately, all passengers and the driver were able to evacuate the vehicle safely, and no injuries have been reported. Emergency Services Respond Swiftly […]
Urgent Appeal Launched for Missing Hartlepool Woman, 26
Police and the public are being urged to help locate Georgia Schofield, a 26-year-old woman who has been reported missing from Hartlepool, Cleveland. Georgia was last seen on Thursday, April 17, 2025, and there is growing concern for her welfare. A missing person appeal has been shared by both Cleveland Police and the Missing Persons […]
Redbridge Police and Council Team Up in Ilford Lane Crackdown on Crime and Illegal Waste Carriers
A major joint operation between Redbridge Police and Redbridge Council’s Neighbourhood Enforcement team took place yesterday on Ilford Lane, targeting both criminal activity and environmental offences. The traffic operation saw officers stop over 100 vehicles, as police looked for those linked to crimes such as burglaries, drug offences, and car thefts. Meanwhile, council officers focused […]
Police Appeal for Information After Sexual Assault in Morden Hall Park
Police have launched an appeal for information following a serious sexual assault in Morden Hall Park on the evening of Monday, April 14. A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of serious sexual assault and remains in police custody as the investigation continues. The assault is reported to have taken place near the exit […]
