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21st November 2016Tackling the problem of homelessness in Maidstone, by Lib Dem Emily Fermor
LIBERAL Democrat candidate Emily Fermor has spoken out about the plight of Maidstone’s homeless. Mss Fermor, 23, who will be taking on MP Helen Grant at the next general election, said ...
21st November 2016Sheep savaged by dog at Macey's Meadow, West Malling
A FURIOUS farmer has appealed for information after this sheep, grazing at a community orchard in West Malling, had part of its neck ripped out by a dog. The animal’s owner said ...
Free try-out choir sessions for kids
YOUNG singers are being offered a chance to sing as part of a group at a series of free try-out days. The Saturday sessions for singers aged eight to 21 start this weekend are being provided with ...
Maidstone student Silke Heyse earns medieval scholarship
A MAIDSTONE student’s education is being sponsored by an ancient trust that could well teach today’s highways agencies a lesson or two. Selected through the Arkwright scheme, Maidstone ...
M20 delays after crash near Aylesford
TRAFFIC was delayed on the M20 this morning after a crash near the London-bound slip-road between junctions 5 and 6 at Aylesford at around 6.45am. There are no reports of injuries and police ...
East Farleigh's history goes into print
EAST Farleigh is one of Maidstone’s most historical villages, highlights of which are featured in a 58-page book published by the parish council. The village boasts evidence of human ...
Music hall treat for Bearsted Over 60s
BEARSTED Parish Council rolled out the red carpet at the WI Hall for its over 60s, treating them to a free afternoon at a Victorian Music Hall. The Players Theatre Club from Bloomsbury brought ...
Bearsted designer's stationery bought by Conran stores
BEARSTED-based designer Daniel Savage has described himself as “beyond thrilled” after securing orders from one of the country’s trendiest chain of stores. Mr Savage’s ...
BREAKING: Bearsted boy arrested for a 'laser attack' on helicopter
A lad from Beasted has been arrested and bailed until next month after a police helicopter was targeted by a laser, according to reports. The alleged incident happened when a police chopper was ...
Send in photos of bad parking, says parish council
RESIDENTS in Grove Green have been asked to monitor parking near their homes amid concerns over increasing problems on roads in the area. Boxley Parish Council has asked families to send in ...