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Maidstone remembers our First World War heroes

18 April 2019
Maidstone remembers our First World War heroes

The Mayor has spoken of his moving visit to the Menin Gate Memorial.

This 96-year-old Tortoise is the last survivor from Maidstone Zoo

18 April 2019
This 96-year-old Tortoise is the last survivor from Maidstone Zoo

A daughter is still caring for the tortoise purchased by her mother from Sir Garrard Tyrwhitt Drake in 1938.

Size of homes and road layout altered in controversial scheme

18 April 2019
Size of homes and road layout altered in controversial scheme

County House Developments has submitted amended plans for land south of Cross Keys in Bearsted.

Tovil is proud of its connection to Dambusters hero Guy Gibson

18 April 2019
Tovil is proud of its connection to Dambusters hero Guy Gibson

There is a chance to hear a talk about the famous Dambusters raid and to meet the Mayor of Maidstone.

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More than 700 objections to schools' plan

17 April 2019
More than 700 objections to schools' plan

Planning officers are recommending approval of a schools plan at Popes Field despite over-whelming objections from the public.

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MP slates KCC for lack of Blue Badge reminders

17 April 2019
MP slates KCC for lack of Blue Badge reminders

Changes to the application system have resulted in the temporary suspension of reminders to disabled drivers.

Trinity Theatre announces project for £1.5m upgrade

16 April 2019
Trinity Theatre announces project for £1.5m upgrade

The clock tower of a former church is set to be transformed into a visitor attraction offering views over Tunbridge Wells and a museum.

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The only two Northern White Rhinos left in the world - and they are both female

16 April 2019
The only two Northern White Rhinos left in the world - and they are both female

Najin and Fatu are the last of a species already declared "functionally extinct".

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Sharon swaps unemployment for her own business

16 April 2019
Sharon swaps unemployment for her own business

Sharon Hilden has hand-crafted her way into a new career, with a little help from the Shaw Trust.

Premier Inn recruiting for new hotel

16 April 2019
Premier Inn recruiting for new hotel

The 1970s Merevale House is being replaced with new budget accommodation.

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Will Brexit feature in the local elections?

15 April 2019
Will Brexit feature in the local elections?

Two Conservatives already know they are elected - because no-one stood against them.

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One third of seats on Tunbridge Wells Council are up for election on May 2

15 April 2019
One third of seats on Tunbridge Wells Council are up for election on May 2

How will Brexit affect the local elections? We'll find out on polling day.

Please vote - democracy is never a waste of time

14 April 2019
Please vote - democracy is never a waste of time

Party leaders plead with voters to divorce local politics from the great Brexit fiasco and turn out to vote.

Baby girl for Lizzy Yarnold

12 April 2019
Baby girl for Lizzy Yarnold

Joy for Lizzy Yarnold as she announces the birth of her daughter.

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Upskirting is now an offence

12 April 2019
Upskirting is now an offence

Men taking pictures up women's skirts could face two years in jail from today.

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Could you sign the ePetition to save the heath?

11 April 2019
Could you sign the ePetition to save the heath?

A group of villagers hope that having their open space declared an official Village Green will protect it for future generations.

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New book reveals Maidstone's secret past

11 April 2019
New book reveals Maidstone's secret past

Dean Hollands had dug into the County Town's past and found a lot to be proud of - and some things less so.

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Woman killed in chalet fire was 100 years old

11 April 2019
Woman killed in chalet fire was 100 years old

A former nurse who died after becoming trapped in a burning chalet was 100 years old, it has emerged.

Couple who ran chicken-catching firm found personally liable by High Court

10 April 2019
Couple who ran chicken-catching firm found personally liable by High Court

Exploited Lithuanian workers have won their case after the High Court heard of appalling working conditions.

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Crash on M2

10 April 2019
Crash on M2

Emergency services have been called to a single vehicle accident this morning.

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