Driver Warns of 'Black Oil' Scam After Mercedes Sabotage
A Folkestone motorist was harassed for 90 minutes by conmen who poured oil on his engine to devalue his car. He paid £200 to make them leave, with driveway damage costing £4,500 to repair.
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Folkestone's £100m revival from slump to trendy hub
How a tycoon's £100m investment is transforming Folkestone into a trendy, family-friendly destination just 45 minutes from London, sparking debate and driving up property prices.
Eurostar services cancelled due to Channel Tunnel fault
All Eurostar trains are cancelled on Tuesday 30 December 2025 after an overhead power supply problem and a failed Le Shuttle train in the Channel Tunnel. Passengers told not to travel.
Napier Barracks for asylum seekers closes after six years
The controversial Napier barracks in Folkestone, the UK's first military site used to house asylum seekers, has closed. Read about its troubled history and what comes next.
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Labour MP rebels against party's asylum policy
Labour MP Tony Vaughan breaks ranks to criticise the government's controversial asylum reforms. The immigration barrister-turned-politician warns the policy could increase racism and division.
Folkestone's £100m transformation into trendy seaside hub
Discover how Folkestone transformed from a declining ferry port into Kent's trendiest coastal town through massive regeneration. Explore the art-filled streets and learn about the £100m investment reshaping this community.
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