LOCAL NEWS FEATURES

It's six months since Reform UK were voted in to run Kent County Council, so do their claimed budget savings stack up?

Linden Kemkaren has often been in the headlines during her first six months running Kent County Council, but how did her BBC and freelance career lead her to Kent's top job?

The Folly Wildlife Rescue Trust has launched a new fund raising venture.

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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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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Hearing loss can be treated - but if it isn't, it often leads to falls and cognitive decline.

We get tips from a GP in Southborough on how exercise and good diet can improve your general health.

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Tunbridge Wells Borough Council has linked up with the local ramblers group to organise walks to aid physical and mental health.

Hospice Care week runs from October 6th to 12th and the local charity Hospice in the Weald is inviting the public to see its work.

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The Chair of the Groombridge Horticultural Society, Gwyneth Davies, tells us about the varied events that the 200 members of the society enjoy.

A local man is hoping to open a multi-purpose coffee shop as part of his continuing charity initiative.

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The first Climate and Nature Fair in Tunbridge Wells was held in Calverley Grounds in September.

Tonbridge and the German town of Heusenstamm are celebrating 40 years of being twin towns.

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Ian Bishop of Leigh Cricket Club tells us about a special game against the M.C.C. taking place on Friday 25th July 2025.

A community allotment garden and wellness project in Southborough has benefited from £18,000 of National Lottery funding through its Community Fund.

Kent is known for its fruit farms and this year’s harvest of summer strawberries and other soft fruit has been an excellent one.

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Guy Maunsell saved hundreds of lives by creating the Thames Estuary Seaforts in the Second World War and his grave is in Southborough cemetery.

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A thriving poetry reading event in Tunbridge Wells has led to one poet having her work published.

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We hear how the world famous modern artist Marc Chagall came to complete the unique stained glass windows in All Saints' Tudeley.

Holy Trinity Church was once filled with parishioners before its popularity dwindled until its final service was held in 1972.

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Tonbridge Philharmonic Society has been performing since 1946 and we hear about its plans for 2025.

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A recent exhibition at the Amelia Scott Centre in Tunbridge Wells told how the Subbuteo table soccer game was invented in the town and rapidly became a global phenomenon.

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A plan to build a new Lower Thames Crossing is opposed by a local campaigner.

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Over £2m in fines so far, but are they dropping?

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Nimret Sidhu explores the New Born Cafe in Maidstone and why it is an important local facility

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New appointed club captain of the Kent cricket team speaks with Martin Webber.

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A new cancer support centre, Babons, has recently opened in Tonbridge.

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Resident of Southborough, Joan who is 101 years of age speaks with Martin Webber. She gives advice on longevity, and shares a century of memories.

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An ambitious scheme has been proposed to replace the car park between Sainsbury's and Tonbridge High Street with new leisure facilities and housing.

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Martin Webber speaks to Andy Sinclair of Gatwick Airport as 2024 will be critical for Gatwick’s Airports big expansion plans.

Listen this week to our live drivetime shows from 4-7pm to get a full briefing on all you need to know.

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2024 will be a critical year for Gatwick’s Airports big expansion plans.

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Alex Hakes speaks to Charlie Moore about her Charlie's Angel Kitchen project.

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With the post-pandemic, cost-of-living crisis to contend and current inflation many small businesses are struggling for survival.

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Alex Hakes has been finding out about the Trinity Theatre Senior Sessions.

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Jamie Skelly looks at both sides of the argument following calls to ban disposable vapes.

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Alex Hakes has been speaking to Claire Thomas - founder of the 100 Women Who Care Initiative.

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Alex Hakes has been speaking to Mark Estaugh, Provincial Grand Master, West Kent Freemasons.

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Marion Westram talks to Ann Henderson about the Amara Clinic.

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Alex Hakes has been speaking to Nick Mowat & Jason Lower about supporting the Trinity Theatre.

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Alex Hakes reports on the work of Imago Dei Prison Ministry and their She Matters Shop.

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Jamie Skelly has been finding out about the latest round of cuts to local bus services.

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Martin Webber has been speaking to Kent County Council's Cabinet member for Highways and Transport, David Brazier.

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Alex Hakes has been finding out about the Friends of Grosvenor & Hilbert Park.

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West Kent Radio's Alex Hakes has been talking to Liz Scholey of the Iron Spring Morris Dancers.

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Tom Hagler has been to see an exhibition at the Old Fire Station in Tonbridge

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Rayan Choudhury reports on the rise of Mental Health Issues