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WEST KENT NEWS
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West Kent Unitary Authority Nearer
Council leaders in Kent have agreed on two local government reform options, with both of them involving merging together Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone.
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MP's Views on Migration Policy
The MP for Tunbridge Wells, Mike Martin, has said the forced resignation of the deputy Prime Minister for not paying enough tax, was another "hammer blow" to public trust in politicians.
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Boost For Local Conservatives
One of the Borough Councillors for the Rural Tunbridge Wells area, David Knight, has switched from the Tunbridge Wells Alliance Party to the Conservatives.
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Sevenoaks Primary School Shut by Vandals
Hundreds of primary school children in Sevenoaks have been told they cannot return to classes after the summer holidays end on 2nd September.
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100 Homes for Hadlow
More green fields are to be replaced by housing under a plan for the north west of Hadlow.
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500th Park Run in Dunorlan
The Tunbridge Wells Park Run is marking a major milestone on Saturday 30th August.
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Resisting Asylum Hotels
The leader of Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council has said he will "fight very hard" any attempt by the government to house asylum seekers in local hotels.
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Oast House Restoration
A disused historic building in Sevenoaks is to be restored and made the centrepiece of a new housing estate.
LOCAL SPORT
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Full Time - Tunbridge Wells v Holmesdale
Report from Jamie Good
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Full Time - Salisburys v Tonbridge Angels
Report from Wink Tomkinson
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Rugby Full Time - Leicester Lions v Tonbridge Juddians
Report from Adam Hookway
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Full Time - Tunbridge Wells v Phoenix Sports
Report from Jamie Good
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Full Time - Tonbridge Angels v Enfield Town
Report from Wink Tomkinson
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Full Time - Folkestone Invicta v Sevenoaks Town
Report from Andrew Gidley
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Full Time - Punjab Utd v Tunbridge Wells
Report from Jamie Good
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Full Time - Tonbridge Angels v Farnborough
Report from Wink Tomkinson
INTERVIEW REPLAYS
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Legal Eagle - Protocol Forms
Melissa Russell talks to Alex Hakes about the Law Society’s protocol forms.
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Legal Eagle - Buying & Selling A Business
Paul Reader talks to Alex Hakes about the process of buying and selling a business.
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Legal Eagle - Removing an Executor
Simeon Blewett talks to Alex Hakes about what happens when it's deemed necessary to remove a Will Executor.
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Another visit to Folly Wildlife Rescue
It’s a very busy time at Folly as many abandoned, injured and sick young animals are arriving. This time we focus on our feathered friends, it’s baby bird feeding time and boy are they hungry!
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Legal Eagle - Renter’s Reform Bill
Berry & Lamberts’ solicitor Simeon Blewett talks to Alex Hakes about the Renter's Reform Bill
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Dame Patricia Routledge
Talks to Lynn Briggs about her life growing up in war torn Merseyside and her long and distinguished career in show business.
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Legal Eagle - Residential Service Charges
Louise Mackay talks to Alex Hakes about the issue of disputing residential service charges.
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Charlotte McLoughlin from Folly Wildlife Rescue speaks to Lynn Briggs
Lynn Briggs spoke to Charlotte McLoughlin from Folly Wildlife Rescue for Drivetime.
LOCAL NEWS FEATURES
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Your Hearing Matters
Hearing loss can be treated - but if it isn't, it often leads to falls and cognitive decline.
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Wellbeing Walks
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council has linked up with the local ramblers group to organise walks to aid physical and mental health.
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Tun Wells Climate and Nature Fair
The first Climate and Nature Fair in Tunbridge Wells is to be held in Calverley Grounds in September.
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9 Health Features
We get tips from a GP in Southborough on how exercise and good diet can improve your general health.
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"Friendly" Horticultural Society
The Chair of the Groombridge Horticultural Society, Gwyneth Davies, tells us about the varied events that the 200 members of the society enjoy.
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Local charity hoping to expand
A local man is hoping to open a multi-purpose coffee shop as part of his continuing charity initiative.
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Friendship Circle for Towns
Tonbridge and the German town of Heusenstamm are celebrating 40 years of being twin towns.
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Leigh Cricket Club's 325 Years
Ian Bishop of Leigh Cricket Club tells us about a special game against the M.C.C. taking place on Friday 25th July 2025.