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Godmother), former EastEnder Ste- MP’shave Localtaken co mPlanfort bid FO Pease, who was just 22, 3 fan Booth (Prince Charming), Eliza- from an act of kindness. steered his stricken Spitfire away HELEN Whately asked the beth Bright (Cinderella), Craig government to halt the from houses at Kingswood and Anderson (Buttons) and, pictured, borough’sCar phousingark c scheme.harge s u4p cStephenrashed o n Richardsto farmla n andd n e Adamarby. Bor- OFF street car parking charge in- zoneCre a(Uglyted Sisters)by Go r.d on Newton, creases in Maidstone rigTheyht, of werethe S tgreetedone Sho byp i npupils East F fromar- Plans for Dr Nigel lSoutheigh, t hBoroughe memo rPrimaryial was u nSchoolveiled bandy have come under fire. 4&5 THE widow of GP Dr Nigel Minnet bmembersorough c o ofun c theillo r media. Gill Fo r Thet. panto will walk the Grand runsSee from page December8 for full re p1-31.ort For tick- Canyon for charity. 12 ets go to www.hazlitttheatre.co.uk. Lib Dem suspended LIBERAL Democrat councillor JasonRicha rdDonovan Webb has be edaten THE sformeruspen dNeighboursed by his p astarrty .brings 13 Vicar warns of cuts his show to the Hazlitt 18 TheatreHe nextalt May.h centre failing CCTV call in a bid Health Centre has been placed in spe- in church shake-up cial measures. 20 FtoOUR ch stopurches look set for fly-tippingcuts in services in the coming months as part Boar in the woods? EVIDENCE appears to be growing oCALLSf a rad forical thesha installationke-up. of CCTV cameras to prevent fly-tipping on a there are wild boar in 31 countryRector Pet roader Callw haveay say beens paring madeHe s byays w theith j localust 175 r boroughegular wor- councillor.the community “outside the tradi- local woods. back services is the only way to shippers across the five churches in tional Sunday service” in areas that mBurberryake the tim Lane,e nee nearded t Leedso reach andout nearby,the bene morefice, th thane ong aoi yearng con aftersulta ittionunlicensedare growi wasteng, su carriers,ch as Cox buthea be-th,. Obituaries 32 Broomfield, has been targeted by was dumped and set on fire. lieves the cost to small firms of dis- to grow attendances in the benefice proposes the biggest structural He wrote in the parish newsletter:Obituaries 32 owastef C dumpersoxheath, forE years,ast butFar inlei re-gh, cThehang churche to ser carvice parks sin hasce h alsoe join seened theposing“We c ofan constructionnot depend on wastehavin atg t ahree Parish Councils 34-37 Hcentunt months,on, Linto then an problemd West F hasarle be-igh. manybenef instancesice in 2013 of. illegal dumping. transferordain stationed and istw provingo lay m ai deter-nisters in come more acute. He told Downs ButTh ite p isro ap problemosed cha inng manyes wo ruraluld seerentth thate fu istu costingre...this councilsrequire more.s a struc-ParishTHE p Councilsarish council h as 34-35been given a Construction waste,Mail rubble,: “We a hardre in areasservic includinges halved a Langley,t Hunton Othamto twice a Cllrtura Fortl chan madege to herrelea remarksse the in ascum- defibrillator for use in Sutton Va- core, windows and household fur- and Kingswood. Water Lane in one of the borough’s closest trans- ASH dieback has been discovered in a rural setting month, with one service lost each bent’s energy and be workableMonkslen ce;Meadow CCTV in Ch inar t SDetlingutton w;ill not niture is left illegallyand – oftenha strewnve to Bearstedmonth a andt Wes Pilgrimst Farleigh Wayand havetwo atferw stationsith one o atrd Northained m Farm,iniste Tun-r.” be monitored as the PCSO has been in the middle of the road. also been targeted recently. village fete stall- recognise the na- . There will also bebridgeSer Wells,vice ti announcedmes will a itlso willbe bemore moved to another role; the green at Cllr Gill Fort said: “Every month Last year, Maidstone Borough closed for 10 weeks. holder co-ordinator Jean Duffy has tional decline in changes at Linton. The rector says simple under the proposals, withresigned;Langl eyellowy was linestidie dare an dneeded the notice- we are having toilets, sinks and Council cleared 911 cases of fly-tip- She added: “If you go along the church atten- with support from the various those at 11am held at the “hub”for Buffkynboard ta Way,ken a wOthamay for r, etofu rallowbishment; construction waste dumped in the ping and this year more than 163 line of increasing fines, they have to dance if we are to Parochial Church Councils the church of , and those atbusesdo nthroughations t oImperial two loca Park;l cha rrub-ities were village, specifically in Burberry have been recorded since April. be enforced. 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These pro-break-inUlco wasmbe reported; youths in w Detlingere see;n a dam- andp othesal issues be ofgi nlitterto inf schoolsacilitate willthesevehicleagi nwasg a vandalised fence in M ina rBearstedden; a car in helpch atakenge sthe.” issue off the streets. Rd, YWeaveringalding was; k pumpkinseyed and h weread a tyre She believesHe said withho meverye v ihouseholdsits, keepingstolensla sh fromed; a v aneh ic allotmentle was tak en in with- YOUR LOCAL PROPERTY EXPERT receivingchurch ae sweeklyopen refuseand collectioncommunityLenhamout c.onsent in ; tyres service,even ttheres wil lise nnosu excusere exis forting litterchurch on a car in Coxheath were slashed. [email protected] beingme m thrownbers ar e fromlooke d vehiclesafter, w h orile al-Comment 46-47 01622 690290 23 Pudding Lane • Maidstone • dumpedlowin gint hthee c road.hurch to grow. Mail Marks, page 46 Comment 46-47 HomeHome Alarms Alarms supplied supplied and and fitted fitted visitvisit www.amiga.co.ukwww.amiga.co.ukoror call call 08000 08000 199622 199622 downsmail.co.uk News Hector’s hoping NO GIMMICKS! Abrus bowled over by to raise the roof ’s hairy pop hero Hector features on a CD that is NO MISLEADING OFFERS! hoping to raise enough to “raise” village’s ‘lovely people’ the roof at the village’s Methodist church – or, at least, repair it. IT COULD be described as the this lovely gesture and would like Rev Fiona Haskett’s dog fea- TOP QUALITY PRODUCTS AT AFFORDABLE PRICES! kindness of strangers rather than to say thank you through your tures on the release of music and an act of charity borne from pity. newspaper to those lovely people.” poetry, which it is hoped will A simple envelope, signed from Mr Ali, his wife of 40 years and cover the cost of repairs to the “Your friends from Staplehurst”, their son were in the family home church ceiling. found on the doormat of Abrus and when five masked raiders barged Priced at £10, the CD also in- Muckbala Ali’s Marden home their way into the property and cludes more traditional rendi- meant much, much more than the stole cash and jewellery, while tions from Kay Sheehan Swift, £330 inside. threatening them with knives and a Annie Hawkes and Bob Chance Readers of Downs Mail had been chisel. and the Headcorn handbell- moved to read of the Alis’ terrifying They took £600 in cash set aside ringers. armed robbery at their terraced for a wedding gift, but the robbers CDs, produced free of charge home in January, when masked demanded to know where the fam- by Meridian Records, with art- raiders stole possessions worth ily jewellery was kept. work by Headcorn Photo Factory, about £8,000, most notably Mrs Ali’s The men – all described as white Peter Fryd and Sally Musker, are wedding jewellery. with local accents – left the property on sale at the Weald of Guitar Mr Ali (62), who runs the Taj of but not before they had used bleach music shop and the George and Kent restaurant in Church Green, sprays on every surface of the Dragon in the village. 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2 Maidstone Weald March 2018 Maidstone Weald March 2018 3 News | Transport downsmail.co.uk downsmail.co.uk Transport |News Parking: you have your say Charges driving us out of town OUR online report about the pro- Geraldine Liston: The council is ru- posed rise in parking charges ining the town. The power is in the prompted these responses on our next local elections (on May 3) so CAR parking charges are set to be massively increased under plans by Maidstone Borough Council. Facebook page... use your vote wisely . Bridget Simmonds: No wonder Frazer Hopper: Don't care, rather Ticket prices are set to soar in off- people don't go to Bluewater street sites, such as King Street, want to go into shopping anyway. Lockmeadow, Medway Street and Maidstone. The And free to park Palace Avenue. traffic is awful, at Rochester for Some charges, including the parking is the cinema, and overnight tariffs, will remain un- not much better, restaurant and changed – and in some cases, espe- it's hideously ex- also at Hemp- cially in one hour charges, there pensive and stead valley. will be a minor reduction. when I was in Lian Bennett: But the biggest hikes are in the town the other Hempstead valley changes for up to a three hour stay. week, it was is free parking, so At King Street, this price leaps filthy. The new is Bluewater. from £2.50 to £3.90, at Palace Av- M&S will result Maidstone coun- enue £2.50 to £3.75 and Lock- in more people cil's greed will be meadow £2.50 to £3.30. We have not going into town its downfall in the end and sad to outlined a sample of the changes in Gloria Taylor-Petts: Bluewater be- say the shops will suffer, too. the table below. comes so much more appealing ! Steve de Wiggondene-Sheppard: Marden borough councillor Paul Wooding: After (the borough Maidstone Borough Council is led David Burton, opposed to the rise council elelctions) on May 3, there by the Liberal Democrats. Wake up in charges, said: “Money comes has to be a serious shake up at to this when you vote in May. into Maidstone on four wheels and MBC. Does anyone calculate what John Hannam: This does not add that shopper keeps the town long-term effects Maidstone will up. Bus prices are equally ridiculous alive.” suffer from with these crazy ideas? and the buses finish at 6pm. It just Ukip borough councillor Eddie Linda Weeks: Well, we'll just have seems to be a way to close out the Powell said: “This is absolute mad- to go to Canterbury more often town ness. The biggest price hikes apply to then! A lovely city with a great Si Borny: Joke. the very people, shoppers, you want Park&Ride. Maidstone will become Jackie Colwell: Tumbleweed. RIP to be parking here. a ghost town before long at this Maidstone for being so greedy and “The charges are far too expensive rate. having no forward planning. as it is. If the M&S application at ing them to places where parking is dents to walk, cycle or take public Eclipse Park goes through, people free. How many more nails does the transport when there is an antici- Relationship at will go there instead.” council want to hammer in?” pated surge in traffic volumes as a re- What the council The owner of Week Street restau- Conservative county councillor sult of 17,600 new homes contained said on increase rant Mu Mu, Ciaran O’Quigley, said: Gary Cooke accused the council of in the Local Plan. “Maidstone can only take so many imposing the controversial policy of Cllr Cooke added: “I suspect the in parking costs Leaders in truce breake ingng pointoint? council is using parking charges to blows before it gets knocked down. “modal shift” contained in the Local WE posed these questions to The breakdowne of any relationship can be try and compel motorists to leave We need to find ways of attracting Plan through the price hikes. Maidstone Borough Council about their cars at home and use public very distressine g. people into the town centre, not driv- Modal shift would encourage resi- the increased parking charges transport. with the responses below: over relief road Whitehead Monckton family lawyers can help you What it will cost to park in the town centre “There needs to be a better recog- nition within MBC that modal shift Q – Will there be a public meet- SQUABBLING leaders of the undertaking the feasibility work through this stressful and painful time. Off-street Current charges Revised charges will only ever account for very small ing/exhibition? county and borough authorities and commissioned contractors to parking place improvement in traffic congestion.” A – Tariff changes require a varia- claim to have buried their differ- perform the works. We offerf sensitive, constructive and cost effective King Street Car Park Up to 1 Hour £1.50 Up to 1 Hour £1.30 A spokesman for MBC said: tion to the off-street traffic regu- ences over the south Maidstone “We should also welcome the ex- legal advice. All our lawyersrs are expeexperriencenceded meembermbers Up to 3 Hours £2.50 Up to 3 Hours £3.90 “Changes in the tariff are designed lation order and this is carried out relief road at a peace summit or- pertise of MBC as the planning au- Up to 4 Hours £4.00 Up to 4 Hours £5.20 ganised by MPs Helen Grant and thority in providing that of Resolution, committed to a non-confrontational Evening/Overnight £2.00 Evening/Overnight £2.00 to promote migration from high as part of a legal process which re- demand car parks in the town cen- quires the council to advertise the Helen Whately. perspective. I would...hope that approach to rese olving family problems. Palace Avenue Car Park Up to 3 Hours £2.50 Up to 3 Hours £3.75 tre to outer zone car parks and Park changes as part of a statutory Kent County Council (KCC) this will also mean a real recogni- Up to 4 Hours £4.00 Up to 4 Hours £5.00 & Ride whilst meeting the existing consultation process. The results leader Paul Carter (Con) and Maid- tion of the difficulties that mitiga- An initial fixed cost meetinngg for just £11000 (inncc VAT)T with Evening/Overnight £2.00 Evening/Overnight £2.00 commitments in the integrated of the statutory consultation are stone Borough Council (MBC) tion can present and, consequently, one of our lalawyers can help yyoouu seesee yyoourur wawayy forrwaward chief Fran Wilson (Lib Dem) met MBC will be more accepting of the transport strategy and the low fed back to members before im- and understand yyoourur lelegagal positiioonn and ooptptioionsns. Medway Street Up to 1 Hour £1.50 Up to 1 Hour £1.25 emissions strategy by minimising plementation or variation. on February 2. need to apply planning constraints Up to 3 Hours £2.50 Up to 3 Hours £3.75 unnecessary car journeys into the There is no requirement for a The leaders and officers from the in south-east Maidstone.” Our offices are in the centtre of Canterbury, MaMaidstone Up to 4 Hours £4.00 Up to 4 Hours £5.00 centre of Maidstone.” authorities agreed to co-operate on The meeting was delayed for Evening/Overnight £2.00 Evening/Overnight £2.00 public meeting or exhibition in this The consulation for the new case. a feasibility study to identify months as the pair exchanged and Tenterdenden so, ifif yoyouu wantw toto ttakakee thatthat first stepstep to parking charges ended on March whether a Leeds-Langley by-pass frosty letters detailing their historic Wheeler Street Up to 30 Minutes £0.50 Up to 30 Minutes £0.60 Q – How much extra revenue will findfindining ooutut your optioptioons siimmppllyy visit our websebsiteite atat: Brewer Street (East) Up to 1 Hour £1.00 Up to 1 Hour £1.10 12. would reduce congestion. positions on the relief road. be raised, based on the current The study would be carried out Cllr Fran Wilson, leader of MBC, Up to 3 Hours £2.50 Up to 3 Hours £3.30 usage? wwwwww.whitehead-monckton.co.uk Up to 4 Hours £3.50 Up to 4 Hours £4.40 by external consultants, a point said: “The differences of opinion Evening/Overnight £2.00 Evening/Overnight £2.00 A – Accurate forecasts are difficult. seized on by relief road campaigner, arose primarily due to some mis- Canterbury 01227 643266 Have your say However, current estimates iden- county councillor Gary Cooke. understanding over the respective Mote Road Up to 1 Hour £1.00 Up to 1 Hour £1.00 WHY not express your opinion tify an increase in revenue be- Several months ago, he an- roles of KCC as highways author- Maidstone 01622 698051 Mill Street Up to 3 Hours £2.50 Up to 3 Hours £3.00 about the car parking charges tween £54,000 and £198,000. nounced the start of exploratory ity and MBC as planning authority. Tenterentee rden 01580 767540 Up to 4 Hours £3.50 Up to 4 Hours £4.00 by voting in our online poll. surveys with initial reports to be “Hopefully, these issues have Evening/Overnight £2.00 Evening/Overnight £2.00 The survey asks the ques- Q – How will the extra money generated be spent? delivered to the parishes affected been resolved and we can move wwwww.whitehead-mon-monckt-monckton.coc on.co.u.uk tion: Is Maidstone Borough by the relief road when completed. forward in an equal partnership for Lockmeadow Up to 1 Hour £1.00 Up to 1 Hour £1.10 A – Close monitoring of car park WWhiteheahitehead MoncMonckton Limitemited no. 08366029), registered in Council right to propose price Cllr Cooke said: “While I am the benefit of all the people of this Up to 3 Hours £2.50 Up to 3 Hours £3.30 usage and income will be fed back EEnngllanand & Wales. Regiisstered office 72 King Street, Maiidsdstone, Kent, increases to off-street parking? happy to see a spirit of co-opera- borough.” www.whitehead-monckton.co.uk Up to 4 Hours £3.50 Up to 4 Hours £4.40 to members to make the final de- ME14 1BL. Authorised and reggululated by the Solicitors Reggululation Up to 5 Hours £5.00 Up to 5 Hours £5.50 Visit http://www.downs- tion breaking out, I am mindful MP Mrs Whately said she was Authority under no. 608279. Over 5 Hours £6.50 Over 5 Hours £7.00 mail.co.uk/views/7/ cision. that this only comes about after “delighted” to bring the two sides DM2016 KCC…has already committed to together.

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Most of the AT the height of the Battle of Britain, a young man of just 22 revved up CALLS for the installation of Illegal fly-tippingequipment we use is only available in a Across Kent, local authorities are the engine of his stricken Spitfire to avoid crashing into homes in CCTVWhat cameras would toyou prevent do without fly-tip- it?is costing localhandful of practices around the country. spending hundreds of thousands of pingMore on aoften country than road not have a been visitauthorities to the hun-However, the most crucial piece of pounds clearing up rubbish. made by the local borough coun- According to one report £323,000 Kingswood. optician involves walking in,dreds sitting of thou- equipment we use is our ears. We take cillor.down, waiting around, beingsands rushed of pounds, was spent dealing with almost This selfless act in the last sec- So, on February 15, a century to Burberry Lane, near Kingswood, the time to listen to your concerns and 14,000 incidents in 2016-17. This is a says Cllr Gill Fort onds of Flying Officer (Arthur) the day after his birth, a more per- hasinto beena darkened targeted room by wasteto read some problems and then ascertain the best sharp increase on the previous 12 Peter Pease’s short life would be- manent reminder was unveiled to dumpersletters on for a years,chart, buta light in recent shone in your way to resolve these. You will never months when just over 10,000 in- come typical of the sacrifices RAF months, the problem has become stances cost £244,000. this remarkable man’s memory at eyes and a new pair of specs. feel rushed at Buchanan Optometrists. pilots made in the aerial conflict the junction of Gravelly Bottom more acute with waste often strewn Cllr Fort welcomed a joint initia- over Kent and which was forever Road and Duck Pond Road. acrossIs this the the middle best of care the road.for your eyes? Taking the time ensures you get the leaders in treatmentstive by the for Environment dry or watery Agency captured in Winston Churchill’s as- For years, a lime tree has marked AlisdairCllr Gill Fort,Buchanan pictured right, of said: Buchanan best care, advice and the most beautiful eyes, earlyand glaucoma the Driver detection and Vehicle and Stan- Spot where a “Every month we are having toi- dards Agency to clamp down on sessment of our debt to The Few. the spot in the middle of farmer Optometrists in Kent was voted UK spectacles available. You are after all Meares Irlen syndrome to name a As Britain sent callow youngsters lets, sinks and construction waste unlicensed waste carriers. But she Nigel Edmed’s field, but now a me- dumped in the village, specifically a walking advert for us. The range of few. My teambelieves of staff the high have cost been to small with firms into the skies to repel Adolf Hitler’s hero also fell Optometrist of the year 2017; he morial, commissioned by a semi- in Burberry Lane. We are now stunninglymore beautiful than a Headcornspectacle and frames Chart Sutton.me for Last manyof disposing years assuring of construction you wasteof advancing hordes, so the new air- LESS than a mile away from the explains what they do differently at his retired law professor at the thinking of installing cameras on has beenyear chosen after it was for theiryear, Maidstonestyle, quality Borough continuity Council atof a transfercare. My station practice is costing has coun- borne heroes, about 600 of them University of California, John Oak- newly instated memorial to Fly- privatepractice: land to“From oversee thethe problem momentdumped you and torched. The church cleared 911 cases of fly-tipping and cils dearly. Cllr Fort made her re- that summer, were freshly minted ley, stands as a visible and accessi- ing Officer Peter Pease lies an- area.”walk through the door, youcar notice park has alsoand seencomfort. illegal dump-We havemore dealt than with 163 have our beenbeen recorded in Snodlandmarks as for one over of the 57 borough’syears in an instant. ble marker. other hero. weA recentdo things event invery Burberry differently Lane ing.to most frame artisans for manysince years April ensuring this year. – Thea good ap- closestheritage! transfer There stations are atgood North On the afternoon of September Prof Oakley, fascinated by the Pilot Officer W P H “Robin” sawopticians. a caravan The burned warm out whilewelcome, a But the it is also\RX a problem KDYH inFRQ¿GHQFH many proaching DQG H[FHOOHQW darker eveningsreasons will weFarm, have Tunbridge become Wells, one announcedof the 15, 1940, having been hit some- Rafter, lost his life on Novem- car remains on a footpath nearby, rural areas, including Langley, prompt a rise in illegal tipping. it will be closed for 10 weeks. Pease family’s colourful history, relaxing smell, the beautifully support of our products. We do not just most awarded opticians in the UK – where above the county town, FO had made the bronze plaque, ber 29, 1940, some weeks after do eye tests and spectacles. We are Book your appointment to see why. Pease had guided the Spitfire out which was then inlaid to the gran- the official end of the Battle of appointedSTAPLEHURST surroundings, vineyard Hushthe fantastic Heath Estate will be supplying to towards farmland where it ite memorial at the Stone Shop of Britain. It was erected in 2002. teasHeath and will send coffees its sparkling and winethat to is Vineyardbefore ‘bubbling’ over deal Canadian consumers is hugely wel- crashed. East Farleigh, run by Gordon New- PO Rafter was the son of Sir weCanada even after start landing on your a deal eyes. with You see, Join the thousands of happy clientscome and they will be flying the Hurtling earthwards, he found ton. William Rafter, Chief Constable everythingone of the world’s that we largest do alcoholin my practicegramme. The “significant deal” was trading relationship as the UK flag for the high-quality of wine buyers. announced asBook Prime your Minister Ultimateleaves the EU.Eye Examinationbeing now produced in Britain.” just enough extra power to “gun” Helping to unveil the memorial of Birmingham. He joined the is Hushorchestrated Heath’s Balfour to be 1503 theClas- best. ThatTheresa is May was in Ottawa for Mrs May said: “It’s great to see Hush Heath owner Richard Bal- his fighter plane’s dying engine to in front of a small, low-key gather- RAF on a short service commis- take it beyond Kingswood’s sion in June 1939. whysic Cuvée we have is the invested first English hundredstalks of with Canadian PM Justin that English sparkling wine has four-Lynn said: “Hush Heath is a ing, Mr Newton – who is also a thousandssparkling wine of selectedpounds for in the equipmentTrudeau on how the UK and01622been making 535115 a name for itself, not family-owned winery…and we are homes, thus avoiding death or in- borough councillor – told how the During an action over the ‘The young pilot shone Biggin Hill area on September toLiquor look Contril after Board your (LCBO) eyes, of to On- ensureCanada any can further strengthen just in the UK but further afield too. very excited to see our wines avail- jury to countless residents. The young pilot shone during his short tario’s Vintages Classics Pro- their ties to build the closest,56 freest Malling Road,“The Snodland, news today Kent that ME6 Hush 5NB able in the Canadian market." dead pilot was still strapped into during his short volunteer service. 5, PO Rafter is believed to have conditions or problems are detected his seat when villagers ran to the On August 30, 1940, he had been shot down in Marden. wreckage. volunteer service...’ helped shoot down a Heinkel 111 He was admitted to West and a Messerschmitt Bf109 on Sep- Kent Hospital, Maidstone, with tember 3. Four days later, he was head injuries and did not fly operationally again with the COUNTY COBBLER Flyer had been tipped for a high office hit by enemy fire over London and Has your forced to crash-land in squadron until November 26, PETER Pease was tipped for great things, when he did so at his own in- Hornchurch, Essex. 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News downsmail.co.uk Lambing plea to dog owners Suspension for Solutions offered for LOCAAnotherL sheep farmers have asked incursion worth, made local headlines some dog owners to keep their pets on years ago when he shot a dog off village health centre the leash as the county prepares the lead on his land where his sheep were grazing. Lib Dem Webb A DESPERATE shortage of med- the provision for the lambing season. ical services in the growing vil- of a health cen- In reatcent year Larkfields, there have been park He said: “I didn’t want to kill COXHEATH and Hunton bor- ted to continuing to support the res- lage of Coxheath has prompted tre, while it is many examples of pregnant sheep someone’s pet and the woman was ough councillor Richard Webb idents he represents in Coxheath TRAVELLERS have moved back ellers simply moving on to take up two possible solutions. u n d e r s t o o d dying – sometimes savagely at- very upset when she found out has been suspended from his and Hunton ward. I hope this mat- tackedontoby d aom popularestic pe parkts – b inut Larkfieldlocal temporary residence elsewhere in what I’d done. But I would do it A plan for a new medical cen- this latest offer for the second time in six months. the area. party after an allegation of assault. ter can be speedily resolved and his farmers say the problem is worsen- again. tre in Heath Road, just outside would also The families - in five caravans - He said: “They just seem to be The Liberal Democrat group an- full membership restored.” the village in Linton, has been fund the devel- ing. pulled on to Gighill Green in doing the rounds. These incidents “It is the lives of the sheep and nounced they were suspending Cllr Webb denied any wrong- Chart Sutton sheep farmer of 30 their lambs as well as my liveli- submitted to Maidstone Bor- opment. Lunsford Lane on Sunday October have affected West Malling, forcing postman Cllr Webb, pictured, doing when interviewed by Daily ough Council alongside the offer Cllr Mor- years ,,Ca releasingroline W dogsorley on, w theho popularhas the closure of the village hall, and hood I have to think about. Sheep near , above, and Colin Tearle, right, “while the police investigate an in- Downs Mail. The accusations, which of land for a surgery on the new timer said: “I more tpublichan 70 open0 ani spacemals, andsaid setting: “It’s up Leybourne, and now they are back “Part of the problem is that peo- who defends farmers’ right to shoot dogs cident in which he was involved”. are not connected to his work as a Clock House Farm Estate. understand that in relation to not juswashingt at lam linesbing withintime, hours.it’s h Itap is- un- in Larkfield. The police told resi- ple come to live in the country from Downs Mail broke the story of the borough councillor or the Lib Dems, peningderstoodall the time. swadentsthe o thatf pa thisrkla wasnd a aro civilund trespassLeeds It is not un- the towns and they just see the Coxheath’s current GP surger- this newest proposal – which allegations on December 14 last relate to an incident in Coxheath vil- ies in Stockett Lane and Heath came out of the blue – the appli- “Thethere ar fami-e a lot of irresponsible Caswhentle. they reported it and that they common in fields as a big park.” year, which relates to an alleged in- lage hall on November 8. Police said lies in- Road currently treat 14,000 pa- cant is in talks with both our ex- dog owners out there who don’t Scouldn’the adde dod: anything“I would andjus obviouslyt like to sheep-worrying incidents for preg- NFU Mutual insurers said there cident the previ- investigations were “on-going”. see anvolvedything wrong with letting getthethe councilmessag officese out t werehere t closedhat mo be-st nant ewes to give birth to stillborn has been a 67% rise in insurance tients, but both have issues re- isting surgeries.” have been ous month. Cllr Webb was contacted but de- their animals run free when there of tcausehe she itep wasyou the’ll s weekend.ee in the f Theseields young, sometimes causing the claims for sheep worrying cases in garding taking on more patients He added: “What is clear is offering travellers know and play the sys- A statement clined to comment. are sheep around.” the past two years. into the future. that there is a need for better in- tree felling aretem.”carrying lambs at the moment. m‘Spooktacular’others to die in the process. at the farm from the Lib Alison Broom, chief executive of The farmer owns 180 acres of So please, please keep your dogs Fellow Kent farmer Colin Tearle, It is estimated the problem is According to Coxheath bor- frastructure in terms of medical services to The council’s legal team served an MAKE the most of the October half-term holiday at Heritage Dems said: “Cllr Maidstone council, said: “Cllr ough councillor Brian Mortimer, provision as Coxheath grows. I land bresidentsut also grazes the large on a lead.” who has grazed flocks near Cheg- costing farmers £1.6m each year. eviction notice but it took a week to Farm Park’s Halloween Spooktacular in Maidstone. Richard Webb Webb's suspension from the Liberal pictured, DHA Planning has set also understand that if the land in the area. enforce. Cllr Thornewell held talks Brave kids are invited to the vintage village to knock on doors and has been tem- Democrat party changes the politi- out details for a medical centre, at Clock House Farm Estate is Parish with Engineering in an discover who – or what – is lurking behind them from October 21-31. porarily sus- cal make-up of the council”. including rooms for minor oper- not used for a health centre it Roocouncilftop bar for toweffortn to’ increases re securityvell furtherers on CTheom award-winningmuni attractionties atin Sandling,ne neared Maidstone,of su hasp a fewport pended as a A decision as to how places on the ations, a pharmacy and a car will not be developed and will A POPchairmanULAR town centre bar plans to optheen publica roof land,top t nearerrac thee in M20.time for VotherOLU tricksNTE upER itsS sleeveuppo tort turnWar itsde usualns ar exhibitse bein intog so frighteningught across the Maid- member of the committees will be re-allocated to summDavider. Thornewell says more has to Valdemar Kalinin (pictured), of stfarmhousesone area a ands pa horrifyingrt of a re homes.cruitm Youngstersent drive canby K trye pumpkinnt Coun carving,ty Council. park, on land owned by Firmins, remain as public open space. be done to stop the travelling com- Liberal Democrats while the police ensure that political balance is which has permission for a fruit “I will be keeping a close The Brenchley, in the High Street, Mtheaid Nationalstone, e Gypsy-Traveller-Romaxpects to unveil its dressingThe ro uple, andwh theich Uglyis d Bugescr Ball.ibed as “challenging, but rewarding”, is investigate an incident in which he maintained will be reached was due munity running circles around the Council said recently that local packaging factory in Redwall watch on how both these pro- plans for a bar and covered seating area to Maidstone's night-time rev- beinOng Octoberadverti 25,sed thereas s willuita bebl moree for spookythose goings-oninterest withed in Kentme Lifeeting people, was (allegedly) involved”. to be made at full council meeting police and local councils. councils must provide designated After Dark, Lane and 13 houses in Vicarage posals develop.” ellers aroHeun saysd E theaste jobr. T ofh movinge exact onda trav-te is not yet been revealed but it will learning new skills and keen to provide support in their community. Cllr Fran Wilson, Liberal democ- on Wednesday, February 28. be known as Harry's Bar and is currentltravellery still be sitesing b oruil “toleratedt. zone” TThishe c eventounty includescounc ail spine-chillingis working tourin a suitablessociat forion under-eightswith the K froment Associ- Field, Linton Hill. It is understood that Linton ellers for a second time will run into which gypsy convoys can move 5-6pm and, for older visitors, from 7-8pm. rat leader of Maidstone Borough The Lib Dems, will be defending The land at Clock House Farm Parish Council has opposed the The thousandsbuilding w ofa poundss forme Therly a lastba inci-nk and sits in the High Street almost ation of Local Councils.For details call 03000 413455 or visit onto. 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Business Focus downsmail.co.uk New Divorce Petition: For Better or Worse The aim of the ignore the potential harm their conflict creates for the system that avoids blaming a person for their behaviour or new online children or blame each other parent whilst accepting no adultery to be divorced. There is considerable opposition to divorce petition is personal responsibility. The divorce proceedings have such a change even though there are many good reasons to make it more removed all consideration of the children from the for it. The government appears to have no appetite for a user friendly. The divorce unless a stand alone child arrangements change in the law nor has it shown willing to protect the Monika Pirani and Dawn Harrison idea behind the application is made. increasing number of cohabiting couples who have new form is to Recent research that was led by Professor Trinder of the inferior rights on separation to those who have married. allow people without legal representation to University of Exeter has found that the fault based divorce Financial claims are often missed or misunderstood by commence their own application to the court but there in and Wales encourages people to exaggerate separating and divorcing couples. A family lawyer will are some potential problems. their claims of behaviour or adultery. Many people prefer nearly always advise a petitioner to include on their • Petitions for divorce based on adultery or unreasonable to use adultery or behaviour to avoid having to wait for divorce petition a claim for a financial order. This is so behaviour, as the two more immediate and fault based either two or five years separation for their divorce. even if the intention is to obtain an order that dismisses options for proving irretrievable breakdown of the Some respondents complain that particulars claimed claims because it is unwise to leave claims unresolved. marriage, are very common and often serve to increase in a petition are not an accurate description of the Despite pension sharing being available for nearly 18 disharmony at a time when the opposite would be more marital breakdown. They do not understand that the years it is surprising how few couples understand that a helpful. Resolution family law members know how to craft court rarely needs to make judgements about the financial order can include some pension provision. a petition that aims not to inflame any dispute more than truth of the allegations. Statistically women are not as well prepared for is necessary. In a recent case, much publicised, Mr Owens, has retirement as men. If couples divorce without legal • When acting for people on divorce, we do not encourage challenged a mild set of unreasonable behaviour claimed representation, the risk of inadequate financial provision the naming of a co-respondent to an adultery petition. by his wife. A decision of The House of Lords is awaited as being made is likely to increase with the introduction of There is no need for this but the new form might lead to whether the petition that he has defended should allow the new form this month. The average married couples’ someone to include a co-respondent without Mrs Owens to be divorced or not. The lower courts have retirement pension pot is over £100,000, with the highest understanding the extra problems and costs this can found her allegations “too thin” to justify the divorce. In level of divorces occurring when couples are cause. It can often increase conflict which specialist family the 1980s, 64% of unreasonable behaviour petitions approximately 40 to 45 years of age. Whilst they have lawyers endeavour to avoid to enable a petition to made allegations of physical violence whereas today that some time left to accumulate more resources before proceed on an undefended basis. A defended petition is percentage has dropped to 15%. Society does not have retirement, they could be foregoing a financial remedy not for the faint hearted. as high a bar for unreasonable behaviour today as it did without realising it. • Few people applying for their own divorce understand 30 years ago but will Mr Owen’s case change that and Please contact the family team at Whitehead Monckton the need to apply for a financial order on the divorce take us back? or Docklands Solicitors for advice on divorce and finances petition to avoid the remarriage trap. Resolution family law members have for a long time been as well as the impact of the breakdown of the relationship • Parents caught up in conflict between the adults often lobbying the government to introduce a no fault divorce and its consequences for the children. Canterbury 01227 643276 Maidstone 01622 698051 01580 767527 www.whitehead-monckton.co.uk Whitehead Monckton Ltd (no.08366029) registered in England & Wales. Registered office 72 King Street, Maidstone Kent ME14 1BL. Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under no. 608279 14 Maidstone Weald March 2018 Maidstone Weald March 2018 15 downsmail.co.uk News

  

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out of site plan WAITROSE has pulled out of plans and Ride. The majority of larger ap- to build a new store on a commer- plications locally usually raise many cial park at J7 of the M20. objections due to concerns over traf- The retailer indicated in recent fic congestion and air pollution. weeks that, in the current economic “However, the Waitrose applica- climate, it was likely to concentrate tion, which would have created 200 on improving its existing stores. jobs locally, was extremely popular That is good news for the popular and well supported by councillors and successful Allington branch of and especially by local residents, Waitrose, which has 20 years left to who will be disappointed”. run on its lease. In a recent interview with the There had been concerns it would trade magazine, Property Week, be shut if the J7 outlet was built. Nigel Keen, Waitrose's property di- Spokesman for developer Gal- rector, confirmed company policy lagher, Nick Yandle, said: "We have was to consolidate existing stores had four other retailers contact us rather than invest in new ones. who are keen to progress matters on He said: "We made a very positive that site. decision not to build new stores and News “Waitrose management has indi- investd inow ournsm existingail.co.uk estate. cated that it is part of a strategy for “That will start to play at the end the changing face of retail.” of this year and into next year, when Village lads triumph Ianin Chittenden,first r Liberaloun Democratd of cconsumersup he seeat thes investment we county councillor for Maidstone made and respond accordingly.” A VILLAGE football team is celebratingnortha “re east- a ,b said:le ac “Thishieve isme an greatt for pity.a villageWaitrose,football cl whichub. is part of the John markable achievement” after winning Thethe proposalre- “I toam buildso p aro Waitroseud of the onboyLewiss, every partnership,one of the has been ap- gional heats of the FA People’s Cup. Eclipse Parksev leden i indirectlyn the squa tod theperf clo-ormeproachedd admirab byly. Downs Mail for a com- Coxheath & Farleigh U14s (pictured) ovsureercam ofe the “We probably Roadwent Parkthere jment.ust hoping to enjoy Antique & Fine Art Auctioneers sides from across Kent and East Sussex to win the the experience, but they all rose to the occasion.” area title in Gillingham last month. The youngsters now go on to a wider regional • Free valuations • Regular fine & general auctions After a narrow 4-3 defeat in their firstCharity’sgame, competition on the w calleekend of M forarch 23-2 clothes5. The the young guns – who are also doing well in their venue was yet to be confirmed at the time of • Probate & Insurance specialists • Home visits A CHARITY in is urging his own life when his local council regular league and cup fixtures – won the rest of going to press. people to use their unwanted made him move to accommodation “We have a their seven games, culminating in an 8-4 wclothesin over to helpThe otherswinner battlings of thos withe eventhatts wi wouldll then g noto o acceptn to his beloved Wigmore in the final of the five-a-side coalcoholmpeti- andpla drugy at addiction.St George’s Park, wdogs.hich Shaneis whe said:re En “Ig hope- the project passion for tion. The Kenwardland’s 2 Trust8 natio andnal t South-eams trahighlightsin ahead of thethe importanceir fix- of suit- Club chairman Neil Hadley said: “It’s a reasternemark- havetures set. up Clothes Drop able housing for vulnerable individ- creating points at stations in Bearsted, at uals when they re-integrate back Maidstone East and West, Charing, into communities.” custom made Lenham, , Snodland, Lynn Hyder, from the trust, said: Animals saved and West Malling through- “While we receive some statutory jewellery” THE RSPCA says it received a out September. funding for our residential recovery flood of calls during recent heavy ‘Earn as youThe Kenwardle Trusta user then items’projects,is this onlya covers a propor- snowfalls. to raise £500 per tonne for those tion of the cost of the services we The animal charity was involved overcoming addiction. provide. We are thrilled that South- S Large portfolio of designs incidents such as horses collapsed Shane Irons, who works at Maid- eastern is helping us with this activ- in the snow, a cygnet trapped in welcome pastonet East,h came upt witho the idea.wityo and wer thankk them and the S Expert advice the ice and a cat stranded on a He was a friend of John Chadwick, public who kindly donate for sup- snow-covered roof. REPRESENTATIVES from busi- an ex-Kenward resident, who took porting our work.” S Qualified staff The charity says the cold weather nesses, including Amazon, Bar- put pressure on its care centres clays and Rolls-Royce, gave S Giftware & clocks also available students a flavour of the huge Car fire leads to arson charge where plans to release animals A45-YEAR-OLD Maidstone man Richard Parkin, of Allen Street, Speak to our specialists about selling your antiques back into the wild following treat- range of career paths available to them at Maidstone’s first Appren- has been charged with arson and who has been charged with arson, ment were having to be delayed threats to kill following a car fire. making threats to kill and two in- ticeship Fair.  until conditions improved. were called at 1.30am cidents of criminal damage. Over 30 years experience 0800 881 5691 Firms and organisations from the MPs Helen on September 3, to reports of an in- On September 4, Parkin was   [email protected] local area, including Gallaghers cident in Allen Street. Crews from brought before Maidstone Magis- Man flees fire and Kent County Council, backed Grant (left) Kilburn Jewellers, 30 Royal Star Arcade, Maidstone ME14 1JL Kent Fire and Rescue Service had trates’ Court, where he was re- 15 North Street - Lewes - BN7 2PE www.gorringes.co.uk A MAN was unhurt after escaping the initiative with stands at the and Tracey brought the fire under control by manded in custody until his next Telephone 01622 677841 | Email [email protected] from a first-floor flat fire in Brish- leisure centre in Maidstone, which Crouch (right) 2am. Enquiries led to the arrest of court appearance. Website www.kilburnjewellers.co.uk ing Lane, Maidstone. attracted the interest of more than with the Minis- Crews, wearing breathing appa- 600 students. ter of State for Maidstone East October 2017 11 ratus, extinguished the fire using a The fair was co-hosted by MPs Apprentice- Returning for 2018 hose reel jet. They then used a fan Helen Grant and Tracey Crouch, ships and to clear the flat of smoke. bringing together 50 apprentice Skills, Anne The cause of the blaze, on Febru- employers from sectors such as en- ary 26, is as yet unknown. gineering, accountancy, hospitality Milton and the armed forces. a discussion with sixth-formers Invicta grammar schools, Future Anne Milton, Minister of State frustrated at the lack of informa- Schools Trust, St Simon Stock and Woman on run for Apprenticeships and Skills, was tion available to young people Valley Park School. THE public is asked to look out for also there and spoke with students who did not wish to go to univer- A spokesman for Oakwood Park- a 23-year-old woman, who has ab- and businesses about the benefits sity. said: “Some of my students will Anton sconded from East Sutton Park of apprenticeships. “The benefits of apprenticeships achieve high A level grades but prison in Sutton & Speaking after the event, Helen are enormous, not only offering a want to begin work while study- Valence. Grant said she was delighted that chance for our young people to ing. V i c t o r i a the overwhelming support from earn whilst they learn, but allow- “The degree apprenticeships of- Hayes-Sparkes business and schools had made the ing employers to provide bespoke fered by organisations like Rolls- We are proud to announce that Strictly Star (pictured) went Ein ambitions of the event a reality. training for their workforce.” Royce, BAE and the civil service Professionals Anton du Beke & Erin Boag will be missing from the Tracey Crouch added: “We were Schools taking part included give students the ability to get a de- jail on Wednes- inspired to host this fair following Oakwood Park, Maidstone, and gree while studying.” returning to the Mercure Maidstone Hotel on day, February 21. She is thought Friday 4th May 2018 to have connec- School ‘names and shames’ thoughtless drivers tions in Ashford, as well as areas of London and Hastings. PUPILS are taking matters in their local PCSOs and South Maid- parents to help solve the issues.” Anyone with information is own hands by issuing parking re- stone Action for Roads and Trans- The other joint head, Anita - A 50 minute dance workshop with Anton & Erin, asked to contact Kent Police on 101, minders to parents who park in- port (SMART) to find a solution. Makey, added: “Our priority is a Gala 4 course dinner, a performance from Anton & Erin quoting Most Wanted and the ref- considerately near to their school. “A lot of schools have problems the safety of our children and the + Bed & Breakfast for £199 per person erence number YY/006368/18, or Loose Primary School is also with parking issues in the morn- need to be considerate to our - A Gala 4 Course dinner and performance from Anton & Erin call Kent Crimestoppers, anony- ‘naming and shaming’ parents via ings,” joint head of school Gia- neighbours.” for £119 per person mously, on 0800 555111. the school’s regular newsletters as como Mazza said. “We have The school has held meetings it looks to fix the problem, which parents parking poorly and incon- with the other parties involved, blights the area at drop-off and siderately and we want it to stop. and their reaction to the issue has Store sold on pick-up times. “We take pictures and put them been praised. Book Today! Limited Space Available! A NEWSAGENT and general One of the school’s three en- in the newsletter, while our eco- “The school is doing a lot of store in Mangravet has been sold. trances sits on the A229, and par- councillors within the school are hard work to fix the problems,” email [email protected] Southerns News and General ents dropping off their children is putting notes on cars, to try and Kim Owen, the clerk of Loose MERCURE MAIDSTONE Store has been bought by an inde- an increasing concern. make them aware of the issues. Parish Council said. “Everyone is pendent multiple retailer, accord- But the school is working “We’ve set up a working party involved in it. We’re all working Ashford Road, Hollingbourne, Kent ME17 1RE ing to the agents, for £425,000. closely with the parish council, and are working hard to educate to find a solution.”

16 Maidstone Weald March 2018 Maidstone Weald March 2018 17 News | Education round-up downsmail.co.uk downsmail.co.uk Education round-up | News Students’ trip a capital idea Bigger Jubilee will make THIS group of year 11 art and pho- tography students from Invicta Grammar School were certainly in- parking problems worse spired by their trip to London on February 6, if this picture is any- RESIDENTS fear that problems with parking close to a primary school thing to go by. The students were in the capital will get even worse if it is allowed to double in size. to visit the Tate Modern. People living on Ridgway and Cowdrey Close, near to Jubilee Pri- mary School, are already finding themselves inconvenienced – and it Pictured are Cornwallis Academy is not just by parents dropping off Make a splash for school pool children. students George Watts, Tayla Barry, A SPECIAL school in Maidstone from all around the county. Stacey Wright and Mason Dadson Last month, Maidstone Borough is hoping people will ‘create a rip- Staff themselves are helping the Council and Kent County Coun- ple and make a splash’ as it looks initiative – they were all given a cil’s Joint Transportation Board to raise funds for a vital hy- tube of Smarties, courtesy of Sains- Best year yet agreed to put single yellow lines in drotherapy pool. bury’s, and once they have eaten place near to the school to cover The pool at Five Acre Wood the treats, they have been charged for Academy drop-off and pick-up times for par- ents. While Cllr Paul Harper, who School will cost £850,000, and the with filling the tube with 20p Concerned residents and local councillors fear an extended primary school school has managed to raise pieces. represents Fant ward, backed that sixth formers plan, there are still issues for resi- will cause further parking problems in local roads. From left, Gareth Owen, £600,000 through applications to Mrs Meaders added: “The staff Cllr Paul Harper, Cllr Keith Adkinson, Brian Skinner and Barbara Skinner trusts and charitable foundations. costs are all funded as they would Five Acre A RECORD number of Cornwallis dents because of teacher parking. And rather than one large be in any school, but for all of the Wood School Academy students have applied to “There are regular problems in cision to the Planning Inspectorate. who may have concerns. It was al- Ridgway and Cowdrey Close,” he fundraising event, it is hoped that extra things we need, we have to is looking to universities in 2018. Cllr Harper believes it is vital ways our aim within the trust for A total of 62 applications have said. “One resident who lives there that the plans stay off the agenda. Jubilee School to be a two-form lots of smaller endeavours will find the funds. find the final bring in the £250,000 to finish fund- “This is things like the sensory been made to universities, around needs regular visits from a carer “No-one has an issue with a one- entry. We have plans to expand funds for their half of the total year group. and often they are unable to park form entry on that site,” he added. and become a multi-academy trust ing the project. room and iPads for children who much-needed School fundraiser Alex Meaders are unable to speak but can use The news comes hard on the anywhere near his house. “But it’s a very small site and I – the government doesn’t want hydrotherapy said: “I am seeking support from technology to communicate, as heels of the school’s latest Ofsted “Once, he needed an ambulance don’t think it’s doable to have people to just have one school, they local businesses, schools, societies, well as toys for them to play with. pool report, which declared the acad- and it was a real struggle for them twice as many pupils there.” prefer trusts to run multiple organisations and individuals to “Every penny really does count – emy ‘good’ in all areas, but made to get down the road to treat him. School trust member Neil Patti- schools. do what they can. our needs are endless.” specific reference to the sixth form. “This is an area which suffers son insists that the school is always “When we set up this school we “Whether you throw a small Among the initiatives planned for Invicta Grammar is top in Maidstone The inspection report said cur- chronically from a lack of parking. willing to work with local residents went through 30 different locations rent pupils were doing well across There are spaces in the school for to iron out any issues. but of them this site was the only pebble or a large stone into a pool 2018 are a London to Paris bike ride, MAIDSTONE has the best and the worst performing schools in Kent, says the whole school but singled out the teachers but they park on the “We have worked very closely one deemed suitable for a school. of water, the ripple effect created is with a team of 15 riders – including new data released by the Department for Education. the upper years, where students street instead.” with residents on parking outside We are thrilled with how things are felt onwards and outwards. Simi- staff, parents and supporters – set to The new leagues measure performance on different criteria, with class- are now making more progress The school, which opened in the school,” he said. “If residents going at the school – people want larly, whether someone raises £50 undertake the trip in July. room standards ranked against new indicators. These are called progress than other schools nationally. 2014, had a planning application to do have any problems, they should their children to go to a school or £5,000, the effect will be felt.” But although the riders them- 8 and attainment 8, and are considered a better assessment of pupil per- This means greater numbers go extend to a two-form entry rejected come and talk to us – we have an which is performing well and so far The school, on the same campus selves are all committed to raising formance across ability ranges. on to higher education, employ- by MBC, but has appealed that de- open-door policy for local residents we’re doing that.” as New Line Learning, has more at least £300 each, the school is Invicta Grammar School is rated sixth, Maidstone Girls’ Grammar ment or apprenticeships. than 390 pupils aged from two to seeking a corporate sponsor to School ninth and St Simon Stock 14th in the top 14 best-performing Joe Sutton, director of sixth form 19, all with a variety of special ed- cover costs. schools. These are rated “well above average”. The top two are Tonbridge said: “I am delighted that the hard ucational needs. Anyone who can help the school, Grammar School and Tunbridge Wells Grammar School. Shernold motto mirrors MP’s advice to pupils work and dedication of our sixth The costs for the school are phe- either with the London to Paris Those falling short of expectations and which could receive special at- MAIDSTONE MP Helen Grant en- form students and staff was recog- nomenal, with more than 270 staff jaunt or with any other idea to help tention from Oftsed are The Holmesdale School, Snodland, Aylesford joyed a grilling from youngsters at a nised in our recent Ofsted report.” needed to provide the right educa- raise funds is asked to email School – Sports College and Cornwallis Academy. local school. tion for the children, who attend [email protected]. The report states: “Students Mrs Grant met 17 year five stu- speak highly of the careers infor- dents at Shernold School in Queen’s mation, advice and guidance they Avenue, and was faced with ques- Pupils lesson in democracy as receive.” tions including: had she met the Students are coached through Queen, how did she become an MP, they head to the polls to vote the application process and guided which cabinet role would she like by the sixth form management and what does she do each day? MAIDSTONE primary pupils got local councillors Brian Clark, team, form tutors, external speak- She then turned the tables on the the vote when they elected mem- Derek Mortimer and Marion ers and the academy’s partners class and asked each of them what bers to their new school council. Ring, and the successful candi- from Kent University and Canter- they wanted to do when they got Youngsters at Tiger Primary dates (pictured) will enjoy a trip bury Christ Church University. older, with responses including play- School did it completely by the to the town hall, where they will Some notable successes include ing football for Spurs and Barcelona, book, thanks to the team from hold a meeting, talk to councillors head boy George Watts, who has becoming a lawyer, a doctor, an ac- Maidstone Borough Council’s and have a tour. received a conditional offer to tress, a dancer and an Olympic runner. electoral services’ officers, who set Tiger teacher Sarah Newman Year 5 pupils at Shernold School quizzed Helen Grant about life as an MP study physiotherapy at Southamp- Mrs Grant, MP for Maidstone and up polling booths and posters in said: “The aim of the day was to when she paid them a visit ton. Stacey Wright has an inter- the Weald, said: “My advice to them the school sports hall – just like a show children at an early age the view at the Royal Veterinary was believe in yourself and don’t let other people put many questions which ultimately furthered their un- real election. importance of voting and how the College while Loughborough Uni- you off. derstanding of British values and rules of law.” MBC’s Nicola Russell and Caro- electoral system works. versity has offered places to Brad “Set your goals, work hard and you will achieve. They The visit was also enjoyed by deputy head Gemma line Matthews explained the vot- “They all entered into the spirit Smith on its sports and exercise de- then told me what the school motto is: ‘Believe and you Myers, who said it was a treat to have Mrs Grant visit. ing system to the children in with enthusiasm – and some even gree course and Reece Winter on its will achieve’. Perfect, I thought.” She added: “It really brought the subject alive and assembly before they each chose had the chance to be poll clerks!” been teaching the children in class. Boughton Lane, Loose, is part of electrical engineering programme. Head teacher Sandra Dinsmore added: “To meet a helped them understand the role of our local MP. two from the eight candidates Head teacher Hayley Liddon Today, they had the chance to see Future Schools Trust, which also Aby Gibbins has a conditional real- life MP was an amazing opportunity for our chil- “Mrs Grant was warm and really interested in the chil- who had put their names forward. said: “Democracy is a fundamental democracy in action.” manages New Line Learning and place at the University of Kent to dren. They were really inspired and asked Mrs Grant dren themselves, which they thoroughly appreciated.” The results were announced by British value and something we’ve Tiger Primary School, in Cornwallis Academies. study English and history.

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28 Maidstone Weald October 2017 20 Maidstone Weald March 2018 Maidstone Weald March 2018 21 News downsmail.co.uk Sign in blood MAKE a life-changing resolution Campaigners forced to EasterEaster IdeasIdeas for 2018 by becoming a blood donor. That’s the message from the NHS Blood and Transplant team drop challenge to farm Staplehurst Golf Course is a unique 9-hole course and one of who saw 3,632 people in Kent sign- Staplehurst’s best kept secrets. Run by club members for the benefit of up to the scheme last year. the local community, membership fees are kept as low as possible to This year, the call goes wider, in THE Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) has been forced to drop ensure that cost is not a barrier to playing. It appeals to a wide range an effort to provide the perfect a High Court challenge to the industrial development at Woodcut Farm, of players. Those new to the game can learn at their own pace without match not only for the four main feeling under pressure, it is popular with families and older players blood types, but for patients from close to J8 of the M20. who might find a longer course too arduous. It really is a beautiful and black and Asian communities. The case was refused a judicial peaceful place to spend a couple of hours out in the fresh air. Why not According to Matthew Jones, as- review by Mrs Justice Lang and go and try it out for free; it might be just what you are looking for! sistant director for blood in the CPRE officials felt there was little The Walnut Tree, Tonbridge Road, Maidstone is a traditional, family South, while O negative is univer- chance of appeal at this stage. run ‘dog friendly’ local offering cask marque accredited ales, a variety sal, donations from particular The CPRE had looked closely at groups offer surgeons an opportu- of quality lagers, fine wine, spirits and a lovely selection of ciders. A the possibility of mounting a legal traditional menu is offered from 12 noon to 8.30pm featuring our “Build a nity to match donations more bid to block the controversial closely to recipients. Burger” including a vegetarian option. Offering a wide range of regular scheme, which is now in the bor- entertainment including the highly regarded COMEDY NIGHTS - est. The call for more diversity ough’s Local Plan. 28 YEARS! In the past, The Walnut Tree have welcomed Catherine Tate, among donors comes at a time CPRE Kent chairman Richard Alistair Mc Gowan, Jimmy Carr amongst others. See the future stars when the actual amount of blood Knox-Johnston (below left) said: “If of comedy - fun, laughter & often adult humour. Also offering Jam being used in hospitals is falling by we can’t have a judicial review 3-4% each year, thanks to key-hole there is nothing we can do to stop it Nights and Live Music Nights. Please see the website for details of all surgery and evidence supporting entertainment coming soon. BT Sports & free WiFi are available. on that basis until it gets into the Woodcut Farm development campaigners protest at Maidstone Town Hall better outcomes for those left to re- detail, and there may well be a The Ridge Golf Club, East Sutton is well and truly ready for spring. generate their own blood supply. room for a challenge then.” development will have on attrac- The clubhouse and course have had a great deal of investment over the Find out how you can become a CPRE will wait to see the details tions such as Leeds Castle and the winter, including the refurbishment of the bar and restaurant areas, the re- donor at www.blood.co.uk or call of the plan and may challenge on impact housing numbers and traf- establishment of the pro shop and a programme of course improvements. the donor line on 0300 123 2323. the grounds of its area of outstand- fic will put on local communities. The Ridge is open every day for breakfast and lunch, using fresh ing natural beauty (AONB) status, Planning chiefs at Liberal Demo- seasonal produce sourced locally. All ladies who join before the end Plastics pledge heritage concerns (Leeds Castle crat-controlled Maidstone Borough of April will receive half price membership for their first year. New and Grade II listed Woodcut Farm) Council hope to mitigate against a members in other categories will be entitled to credit behind the bar. MAIDSTONE MP Helen Grant has ME17 3JB and/or air quality. huge increase in traffic volumes vowed to reduce the amount of For more information please see our website www. Long-time critic of the plan, bor- created by the Local Plan’s 17,600 plastic her family uses. theridgegolfclubkent.co.uk or call us on 01622 391000. ough councillor Denis Spooner (far new dwellings by persuading resi- The government is committed to right) said: “It is very sad but that’s spaces between structures, as dents to take buses, ride bicycles or cutting the amount of plastic waste the end of it, really. I cannot see would be required. walk in a controversial scheme across the country. So far, the num- where another challenge might The Joint Parishes Group was known as “modal shift”. VILLAGE GOLF ber of plastic bags in circulation has come from, or on what grounds.” told earlier this month by Mr The popularity of the Local Plan, THE WALNUT TREE reduced by 83% since the introduc- Cllr Spooner hoped there may Knox-Johnston that the body was which has been in discussion for 12 STAPLEHURST tion of a charge for them, mi- have been scope to challenge the not minded to fight on at this stage. years, will be put to the test when crobeads in cosmetic products Clapper Lane (Opposite Duckhurst Farm) TN12 0JW plan’s ‘parkland setting’ as he was MP Helen Whately expressed re- the next tranche of borough elec- Your traditional, family run, local pub. have been banned and consulta- not convinced there was sufficient peated concerns about the effect tions (for 18 seats) takes place in tions are taking place on a deposit room on the site to create green that the Woodcut Farm industrial May. scheme for plastic bottles, to en- Kent’s longest running courage recycling. The key to a radical change lies Man jailed for hiding teen in flat Ta-Kush in 3D comedy club Every Thursday with individual household behav- MAIDSTONE Museum’s Ta-Kush, – Come and see the future A MAN has been jailed for child In court, the iours, she says. the Egyptian woman brought to stars of comedy live! abduction after hiding a missing jury heard that life by 3D and other state-of-the-art Royal Mail site teenager in a flat in Maidstone. officers had technology, proved a major attrac- Thomas Ireland (49) was sen- found texts be- tion at a special viewing of the mu- MAIDSTONE Borough Council tenced to five years in prison after tween the girl seum’s new Ancient Lives Gallery. Live Music - every Friday claims to be making progress on being found guilty of the offence and Ireland and The 2,700-year-old was one fea- (visit website for details) plans to redevelop the former in the summer. how he had al- ture during a reception for Mu- The 15-year-old girl, who knew lowed her to Royal Mail sorting office. seum Friends in early February. Jam Night - First Monday of the month Chief executive Alison Broom the man, had been staying at the stay at the flat. Call to arrange a free trial round told a Built Environment Network- flat in Bower Lane after running He claimed if ing Conference that MBC had ap- away from home in July 2017. She he had known her true age he Debt concerns Village Golf Club is a 9-hole 29 par course, suitable for Bank Holiday Sunday Quiz Night pointed a masterplanner to look at had been missing for two weeks would not have allowed her into DEBT is one of the top concerns of beginners or golfers looking to improve their handicap the site, and that a report is set to when officers from Kent Police the flat. those living in Maidstone and the Dogs welcome on their leads found her inside the flat. Speaking after the sentencing at come back in June. Weald, according to a survey by • Annual Membership: 7-day £115, Weekday £97, Lovely beer garden and car park. The site is being lined up for Officers spoke to Ireland several Maidstone Crown Court on Febru- Citizens Advice. Junior £52, Family options of £240 or £160 hundreds of new homes, as well as times during the search and on ary 9, Detective Constable Chris In a breakdown by area, the ad- Varied bar menu served every day shops and offices. each occasion he lied, saying he Spencer said: “Ireland knowingly vice service – which helped 3,493 • No joining fee and no green fees to pay 12noon-8.30pm. had not seen the teenager and lied to officers. He knew a search Mrs Broom also revealed that people in the borough last year - • No need to book tee-times; just turn up and play Come try our famous ‘Build a Burger’ meals! masterplanning is also set to start had no idea where she could be. was taking place and that her fam- says key issues include access to on the Ghurkas and Royal Engi- But during a search of his flat in ily were extremely worried. benefits, support with housing and For more information, an application form or free trial, Find us opposite the entrance to Oakwood Park neer barracks at Invicta Park, Derwent Way, Rainham, they “He chose to keep her where- tackling debt. Call 07746 623303 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone ME16 8SR which has been identified as a lo- found paperwork relating to a flat abouts a secret and had officers Its newly created map of advice cation for 1,300 new homes, 500 of in Maidstone that was being refur- not found this second flat then the needs was presented to Maidstone or email [email protected] 01622 727260 which are due in Maidstone coun- bished, and subsequently found outcome may have been a very and Weald MP Helen Grant at the email : [email protected] cil’s current Local Plan period. the girl at that address. different.” House of Commons. www.villagegolf.org.uk web : www.thewalnuttreemaidstone.com

22 Maidstone Weald March 2018 Maidstone Weald March 2018 23 News downsmail.co.uk It’s good news for Good Gnus 300 jobs set for store if QUICK-fire wit and gentle satire are promised by musical hu- WEIGH SAVE mourists The Good Gnus in Maid- stone on Friday, March 16. M&S plans approved Bird Feeds All Saints’ Church in Mill Street Pet Foods PLANS to create a new Marks & will host a performance by the Artist’s im- Spencer store at Eclipse Park, near popular trio, comprising Dr David pressions of J7 of the M20, have been unvieled Flood and university lecturers the proposed to the public. Chris Price and Jon Williams, from Marks & SUNFLOWER Suet & Seed Suet High Energy The scheme – being brought to 7.30pm. life by Gallagher Properties – Spencer store Together, they promise an HEARTS Songbird would, if approved by Maidstone at Eclipse FAT BALLS evening of fun, wrapped in songs PELLETS Borough Council, create 300 full Park kg Mix from Richard Stilgoe, Peter 20 and part-time positions when the Insect • Mealworm Skellern and Noel Coward, in the Dog & Cat store opens. Berries ‘’manner of Flanders & Swann’’. A public exhibition was held at Call in Tickets on 01622 842988 or have yet to be decided, but current to the borough’s economy. It the Hilton Maidstone Hotel on star 891889 are £12, which includes thinking is that the store would would send out a positive message .99 t February 22. 12.5kg Saving W wine and nibbles. offer: about the town as a location for .99 £19 ! NE The Marks & Spencer (M&S) pro- Food hall – 1,050m2 (11,300ft2) business, and we are delighted to posals follow a decision by Wait- General merchandising (fashion be working alongside such a na- £19 Postie charge rose not to proceed with its plans 2 2 and household) – 4,413m (47,500ft ) tionally respected company. Wild Bird Food 20kg .99 Natural Range A MAN has been charged after a following the granting of planning Hospitality (cafe) – 297m2 “We want to listen to the views of BIRD NUTS £19 postman was robbed. permission by Maidstone Borough 2 BEST all-round Dog & Cat Foods (3,200ft ) local residents at the public exhibi- mix Oluwakemi Adesaogun, of Ante- Council in May 2017. Nick Yandle, of Gallagher Prop- tion and then submit a planning 20kg lope Road, Woolwich, was arrested M&S requires a new store that is erties, said: “The combination of a application in late February 2018. Meal Real meat & fish Treats on Monday, January 8, almost four the same footprint as the permitted x150 .99 Marks & Spencer and NEXT at “If the proposal is granted plan- only 20kg Frozen Foods months after the incident in Head- foodstore, with a 300 space car Eclipse Park would improve Maid- ning permission, work would start £12 Worms corn in September 21 when a post- park, including accessible and par- stone’s retail offer as the county on site in the summer of 2018 and .99 Grain Free Meals man was robbed in Smarden Road ent and child spaces. town to both local residents and the store would open in autumn .99 x50 .99 1kg .99 and a quantity of letters was stolen. The store will have striking de- people from across a wider area of 2019. £19 £4 £9 £9 Adesaogun, who is 41, has been sign, incorporating high quality Kent. Local residents can find out more charged with robbery and posses- materials, and provide approxi- “This investment by Marks & about the plans by visiting: www. PETSWORLDKENT.CO.UK • CRANBROOK ROAD (A229), STAPLEHURST, KENT TN12 0EU 2 2 sion of articles for use in fraud. He mately 5,760m (62,000ft ) of sales Spencer would also reinforce the marksandspencer-maidstone.co. Open: Monday to Saturday 8.30am-5pm. Sunday 10.00 - 12.00. was remanded to a later date. area. Final decisions on the split area around J7 and its importance uk. www.arcookltd.co.uk SKIP HIRE 01233 660 099 Commercial & Domestic www.gboxkent.com Specialist in Private Driveways - Black or Red Tarmac Recycling Services Block Paving in any chosen colour or design

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24 Maidstone Weald March 2018 Maidstone Weald March 2018 25 News downsmail.co.uk downsmail.co.uk News Plan is refused Village scheme A SCHEME to build a two-storey Jobs uncertainty as food Tories admit they can’t detached house on the site of a dis- is thrown out used garage in Glebe Lane, Maid- A REVISED plan to turn a light in- stone, has been turned down. dustrial plot of brown field land Members of the borough coun- into a small two house estate has cil’s planning committee were con- stores cut manager roles beat Lib Dems at polls been turned down by the council. cerned the building was out of THE Conservatives are not confi- Conservative county councillor The application for land near the keeping with the other homes in THREE major supermarket chains dent they can wrest back control Gary Cooke has been adopted for Gables in Marden Rd, Staplehurst, the street, off Tonbridge Road. have announced they are to cut a of Maidstone Borough Council at the ward to replace former was for the construction of two One objector – a neighbour to the number of senior roles. May’s local elections. mayor Cllr Derek Butler, who is dwellings, demolition of a tractor rear – complained the rear of the Staff at Tesco, Morrisons and They have admitted they have stepping down. shed and the relocation of a storage new building would overlook his Sainsbury’s are facing an uncertain failed to make sufficient capital at Fellow Tory at County Hall, Paul unit. gardens and bedrooms. future after the announcements in the Liberal Democrats’ expense Cooper, will take on Ukipper John Objectors feared the site is not Cllr Tony Harwood said he January. over the implementation of the Barned in Shepway south while sustainable and not in keeping could see no grounds for refusal. Tesco, which has supermarkets at Local Plan and its knock-on effects Daniel Rose will fight for the Park with the local rural setting. in Maidstone and in for roads. The Tories had hoped to Wood ward. But the applicants felt the scheme L-plate success Larkfield, announced that it is to cut make some headway into the five A Conservative insider told was in keeping with the locality 1,700 shop floor jobs nationwide, seat majority of the Liberal Democ- Downs Mail: “We’re realistic that and the new black weather- LEARNER drivers in the county with the roles of people manager, rat/independent ruling alliance. we’re not going to take control of boarded design reflected the “rural town have a better than average compliance manager and customer In public, activists have declared the council this time round. It’s not vernacular”. It was backed by Cllr chance of success of passing their experience manager all to be axed, they are “having a real go” at Shep- arithmetically possible but maybe Tony Harwood. driving test. although their responsibilities will way north (Ukip), Bridge (LD), Cox- it’s our fault. We just didn’t get the tional stage. He said: “Neither But Staplehurst councillor John According to figures released by be shifted to 900 new roles across the heath & Hunton (LD), Heath (LD), message out there that the Liberal Simon Ells nor I have actually de- Perry said the development was the Driver and Vehicle Standards business. High Street (LD) and South (LD) Democrats pushed though the clared that we will even be standing not sustainable in an area which Agency (DVSA), 76% of those That announcement was followed Morrisons supermarket in Sutton Road is facing stiff competition from the wards. Local Plan for 17,600 more houses in and if we do it will be as Ukip. If I had already been forced to accept tested at the Armstrong Road ex- by news from Sainsbury’s of a simi- newly-opened Aldi store But, privately, they recognise they Maidstone without thinking about stand, I can see that my majority 650 houses in the Local Plan. amination centre got through in lar restructure, which will see a are unlikely to win control of the au- the roads. The goal was wide open would probably go down but I do Cllr Eddie Powell pointed out 2017. Whilst it does compare as number of senior in-store posts ding around 1,500 store manage- changing shopping habits. It is not thority when May’s tranche of 18 for a tap-in and we blazed it over think that I’ll be able to hang on.” that officers were two years ago favourably to Ashford, where the slimmed down and replaced by ment roles nationwide. known whether the opening last seats will be decided at the polls. the bar.” Lib Dem Sue Grigg said the Local recommending approval of a plan pass rate was 80%, Maidstone is 5% fewer management roles as they try It is understood that there are year of the cut-price, no-frills Aldi We understand that Alan Bartlett Ukip’s Shepway south member Plan and transport issues were not on the same site with four homes ahead of Canterbury (71%). to “meet the challenges of today's re- around 800 current management va- supermarket on the A274 Sutton has been chosen by the Tories in John Barned, left, denied recent ru- likely to damage her party’s vote and asked the council planners: The figures released by the tail environment”. Sainsbury’s su- cancies, which those affected could Road has been affecting Morrisons’ Shepway north and which will be mours his party’s members would share. She added: “Everyone is to “What’s changed? What I see is a DVSA cover the first half of the permarkets in the area are in apply for, but that could mean some trade. The new store was built to the number one target. The sitting be standing as independents be- blame and everyone is the prob- lot of inconsistency and that’s year with 1,403 passes from 1,992 Maidstone town centre and at 700 other staff face redundancy or a serve the massive housing develop- member is Cllr Simon Ells, of Ukip. cause of its recent issues on the na- lem.” what’s left me confused.” drivers. And although the pass rate Aylesford. lower-paid role. ment at Langley Park and other is still good, there has been a slide Now Morrisons is to cut manage- The company will, however, be large-scale house-building schemes from previous years. ment roles, meaning more jobs in creating 1,700 more junior jobs. in south Maidstone, such as . Maidstone are at risk. The changes across the super- Farm, which form part of Maidstone The chain, which has a store off market sector come as the compa- Borough Council’s plan for 17,600 Charity roles Sutton Road in the town, is shed- nies try to adapt to the public’s nw dwellings. THE charity Unlock, which aims to find jobs for former criminals, is looking for new trustees. Thanks for rubbish clear up Bewl Water’s Applications are welcome from those who have experiences of dis- river top-up advantage from having a criminal A DROUGHT order has been record. For information or to issued to Southern Water, al- apply, email the Marsham Street lowing it to top up its Bewl charity at valwoodcock@btinter- Water reservoir from the River net.com. Medway. In spite of recent wet weather, Will donations the licence has been issued by IF YOU make a will or update your the Environment Agency as a existing one, you could help Heart temporary measure. of Kent Hospice. The water company made the Six local solicitors will give their application on January 5 after time free of charge in return for a reporting the area’s reservoir donation to the hospice. Book be- was less than half full (42%) and fore March 16 at more will be needed to serve its www.hokh.org/makeawill. VOLUNTEERS who pick up rubbish from Maidstone Council to show our 2.5m south-east users this sum- left by others in Maidstone have appreciation for the hard work car- mer. Drugs factory been given a tasty treat. ried out by the various groups.” It says in spite of a wet De- Maidstone Borough Council or- He added: “It’s a thankless task cember, autumn was very dry MORE than 40 cannabis plants ganised a litter pickers’ lunch to say that requires a lot of dedication and and, coupled with lower than were discovered when police thank you to more than 40 groups tenacity. We are very grateful to average rainfall here last winter, raided a house in Harrietsham. that help keep the borough tidy, anyone who gives up their precious many groundwater supplies Kent Police carried out a search alongside events including the Au- free time to help keep the borough and some reservoirs are low. warrant at an address in West tumn clean-up and the Great Big looking clean and tidy.” Southern Water routinely Street and found the cannabis fac- Spring Clean, taking place this year. The lunch, which was organised tory, which included growing takes water from the Medway James Gibson, the council’s envi- by the council’s waste team, was to fill Bewl Water, the largest equipment. A 47-year-old local ronmental improvement manager, joined by Maidstone deputy mayor man was arrested on suspicion of reservoir in the south-east, but said: “The annual volunteer litter David Naghi, who praised the work this permit will allow it to take cannabis cultivation who was re- pickers’ lunch is a small gesture of volunteers. leased under investigation. more until the end of March.

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28 Maidstone Weald March 2018 MaidstoneMaidstone East Weald December March 2017 2018 27 29 News downsmail.co.uk downsmail.co.uk News Fun starts now as araction 999 – call back later if Signs of wild boar in the woods? THERE is growing evidence of a Wild boar are the prints sometimes turn out to be reveals events settling wild boar population in roaming the roe deer. KENT LIFE is promising a fun- the woods and farmland around countryside, but “So there is a bit of misidentifica- filled programme throughout 2018. the patient gets worse this part of Kent. tion going on. I also know of people As well as old favourites, the Phil Brown is THE ambulance service in Kent ongoing advice prior to the arrival The animals – persecuted to ex- who hunt them in the wild, but not Sandling-based attraction has a uncertain if has been asking some emergency of ambulance clinicians, we will re- tinction hundreds of years ago – around Maidstone.” number of new family events, such they are breed- callers to assess the condition of a main on the line with them. have started to leave some tell-tale It is thought the wild boar now ing in this area as a hops and harvest festival in patient - and to call back if it has “When a call is triaged, the caller signs in woodland and arable pas- roaming parts of rural southern September, and a zombie takeover worsened. will be told the outcome and which ture. England are the result of escapes in the build-up to Halloween. The responsibility this puts on un- priority of call they have been as- Boar – a close relative of the pig – from commercial farms. The fun kicks off during the Feb- qualified relatives and friends is signed. have been disturbing the ground in The Wild Boar In Britain website ruary half-term, with lambing days being taken up by the GP-led West “When concluding a call, the search of worms, grubs and insects states: “After an absence of approx- and a number of shows in the big Kent Clinical Commissioning caller will be given advice and told which make up much of its diet. imately 700 years, wild boar are top. Group. to call back if the patient’s condition They are present in some num- roaming and breeding in the British Bugs and grubs come into focus The chief executive of South East worsens. bers in East Sussex and one local they have “Down in Gloucestershire, they countryside once again! on March 17 and 18, with the op- Coast Ambulance Service (SE- “We recognise there is a lot more wildlife expert says that a small been around have reached large numbers. They “For such a large mammal to be- portunity to visit the creepy critter CAmb) has been asked to attend work to be done, both here and in number may be roaming the coun- in numbers have virtually no natural predators come accidentally reintroduced into cuddle corner and learn about the tryside. is quite un- and can cause some problems to Britain in this day and age is a re- and report to the group’s governing Concerns are being looked into over less serious calls, to further improve work of a local beekeeper. body. our response time performance. Tree surgeon and naturalist Theo mistakable. people’s properties.” markable event that is fascinating to The Easter bunny will be visiting The group is concerned about the changes to SECAmb priorities “We are committed to improving McCausland, of Langley, said: “I My guess is Phil Brown, who runs the follow.” from March 30 to April 2, before impact on west Kent patients, ‘par- Picture: SECAmb the time it takes for us to answer haven’t met anyone yet who has that there are a few roaming over Egerton-based Badger Bushcraft The group says the mild climate the quintessential May Day tradi- ticularly around life threatening in- which have led to it being placed in calls and have an ongoing recruit- seen one, but I do hear of the evi- quite large territories around Maid- wildlife education workshops, said: should ensure the boar’s survival in tions come to life from May 5 to 7. cidents’. special measures by the national ment campaign to increase the dence being found. stone, Headcorn, Staplehurst and “I know of people who swear they the longer term, despite pressures Farmyard fairytales are the A report to the group also ques- Care Quality Commission (CQC). number of emergency medical ad- “The disruption to earth when maybe up towards Medway. have seen them or their tracks, but on habitat. theme for the May half-term, with tioned the “openness and trans- A spokesman for SECAmb told visers in our emergency operations the family dog show on June 24. parency” of SECAmb to callers Downs Mail: “Along with all ambu- centres. Kent Life goes to the seaside around waiting times. Patients were lance services we have been and re- “We expect overall performance Coldplay tribute at Hazlitt Pair arrested on drugs suspicion throughout the summer holidays, being asked if “they have exhausted main very busy. to improve from this encouraging A TWO people have been arrested were arrested at 1pm on Friday Jan- THE Hazlitt Theatre in Earl Street, thems and a remarkable resem- with an ice cream festival on Au- all options and advice and to ring All calls are triaged based on the start as we further refine our fleet in Maidstone on suspicion of per- uary 19. Two mobile phones were Maidstone, will host leading Cold- blance to the real thing are prom- gust bank holiday. back when there is a deterioration in information provided by the caller and operational model, working mitting premises to be used for the seized by officers as part of the in- play tribute band Coldplace as part ised in the Maidstone stage show For admission prices and more condition”. and we prioritise our response to with commissioners as part of our supply of class A drugs. A 53-year- vestigation. They were released of a UK-wide tour. on Saturday, March 17. Tickets details visit www.kentlife.org.uk This is the latest episode in a long our most seriously-ill or life-threat- ‘joint demand and capacity re- old man and a 43-year-old woman under investigation. or call 01622 763936. series of problems for SECAmb, ened patients. Where callers need view’.” Lasers, confetti, Coldplay an- start at £20. 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O b i t u a r e s Shirley Lowry communities he lived and served in.” who was a deaconess in Fountain Church. Geoff’s council work was notable for his She leaves her husband, daughter SHIRLEY Lowry (53), was well known in interest in the natural environment, an Lenuecha (a university student) and son Maidstone area as a life celebrant. interest he brought with him from New Leroy (a youth player at Gillingham FC). She was ordained a minister with Zealand, where he had a smallholding. Maidstone Independent Christian His work locally ensured that issues like Spiritualist Church eight years ago, tree planting and maintaining rights of John Croucher following 25 years way were always high on the Boxley with Lloyds Bank. THE death has been announced of well- Parish Council agenda. known Leeds resident John Croucher (88). She conducted He had taken a particular pride of local weddings, blessings, John lived in the same small co�age in developments of allotments and the Upper Street for most of his life. baby namings and Diamond Jubilee Orchard. many local funerals. He is remembered as a fine sportsman in Prince Edward, Duke of Wessex, was his youth both as a cricketer and Shirley married welcomed by Geoff to the opening of the local funeral director footballer, according to David Wra�en, the orchard. He had strong connections to St Leeds & Broomfield Cricket Club Michael Lawrence at William’s church in and to Boughton Monchelsea groundsman. All Saints in Boxley, where his funeral John was a passionate gardener and Church in April last took place. year after consultants discovered she had loved to grow his own vegetables and kept untreatable cancers. a neat plot right up until his final years. At that time, Michael was president of Reg Sharp In recent times, John had suffered ill- the Rotary Club of the Weald and Shirley a health although friends in the village member of the Rotary Club of Maidstone. THE death has been reported in Stoke on rallied round to help him. Current president Velia LeQuelenec said: Trent of Reg Sharp (91), formerly of “She was a lovely, happy person who Headcorn and and husband of greeted everyone warmly with a smile.” the late Joy. Shirley lived for many years in Martyn Brindley Egremont Road, Bearsted, but recently she MARTYN David Brindley (45) lived in and Michael moved to Headcorn. Deborah Draper Bearsted for 35 years, having lived in THE death has been announced at home Headcorn and before his in Folkestone of Deborah Elizabeth Draper family moved to the village. Jean Adams (68), formerly of Bearsted. He was educated at Vinters Boys and JEAN Adams won many top prizes at Deborah worked as a home carer locally Tunbridge Wells College, where he earned Chelsea Flower Show and Kent County and was often seen on her bicycle. the Chamfer Cup – for being a good Show for the high quality pansies she and She was married to Rupert and mother student with good conduct. her husband Wally grew in their garden at to Giles, James and Ben. His studies continued at the University Hazeldene, Dean Street, East Farleigh. Her death announcement said: “She of Leicester. Martyn When they retired from the business spent her life caring for others... Deborah became a chartered they moved to Headcorn. was the most beautiful lady inside and surveyor and Jean was a long-standing member of out, the most amazing mum and nan.” combined working in East Farleigh Parish Council and included Deborah leaves her husband, children that area with long in her duties planting the horse trough and grandchildren. periods during which outside the church with flowers and he travelled the world. arranging li�er picking days. She was also He returned to a village allotment trustee.Her funeral is at Mildred Matete Hlabi studying and earned a Boughton Monchelsea THE death of Ziwbabwean-born nurse master’s degree from Mildred Matete Hlabi (43) in a car accident the University of made local headlines. The mother of two Northumbria and gained another Geoff Smith worked at KIMS Hospital, Maidstone. educational award – the Northern Counties Educational Prize. His father, BOXLEY Parish Council has paid tribute Mildred, who lived in Ashford, had qualified as a midwife in Africa and was David, said: “Martyn moved to London for to local councillor Geoff Smith (84), who the final 15 years of his life. He was an served from 1998 to 2016. noted as someone with a natural ability to care for others, including her blind mother exceptional student and brought his Bob Hinder, current council chairman, intelligence to bear on his work. His focus said Geoff was “a kind, gentle and in Africa. Her husband, Moses, has paid tribute to was on public housing and, in particular, hardworking man who gave a lot of his housing for families. His contribution to time and energy to the various a “very compassionate and kind lady”. 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a r i s h Clean up The council is keen to find more Borough report Cllr Gill Fort reported that Police ma�ers The telephone box on the local volunteers to assist with the collection Maidstone Borough Council was se�ing village green was vandalised and various of li�er around the village. Anyone the budgets for 2018/19 and that cutbacks items belonging to the shop were thrown interested in joining the existing li�er C Call for the were needed, which would probably affect around. Inspector Jody Gagan-Smith from o u n c i l s picking group should contact Cllr Gordon council tax. Jennifer Shepherd will be Kent Police was to be invited to the annual Down on 01622 746456. running the play equipment scheme at parish meeting although it was decided to Lights thanks A vote of thanks has been MBC and Cllr Fort was to notify the clerk approach MP Helen Whately in the first recorded to Cllrs Cheryl Skinner and as soon as the decision to release the grant instance. Richard Webb for their hard work in funding is available. Cllr Darling raised the Village clean up Members agreed that the organising the Christmas lights switching- issue of councillors on the planning spring village clean up should be carried on ceremony. commi�ee abstaining when voting on out on Saturday, March 24. Anyone Data protection The chairman and the decisions and Cllr Fort said this had been wishing to help should meet at the village clerk have a�ended a workshop on discussed by the commi�ee but no changes hall car park at 10am. changes to legislation on data protection. C Prompt ollection to the procedure would be made at this CCTV Members heard that PCSO Hunter Housing A small delegation of councillors time. was no longer able to monitor the will meet with representatives of Westerhill Fast Crime reports As well as an incident camera/view the CCTV images as he has Homes to discuss aspects of the imminent Delivery D.TD.T involving garden ornaments, it was noted changed roles, leaving the post vacant. The housing development at Linden Farm and that there have been lots of reports locally – clerk had a contact willing to assist the the possible installation of a multi-use but not in the parish as yet – of car number council in downloading the relevant games area (MUGA). plate thefts. software to a laptop so images can be Civic service The chairman will a�end the SKIPSKIP HIREHIRE Budget The council agreed to include an downloaded independently. Members also annual Lord Lieutenant’s Civic Service at Over 20 Years Experience allowance of £5,000 within the draft budget said the CCTV is grainy when capturing Canterbury Cathedral on Tuesday, March for 2018/19 following receipt of a le�er images at night. It was suggested that an 2016220. 753618 from the Joint Parishes Group. Councillors infra-red lamp is needed to improve night- MOULD CLEAR also agreed unanimously to adopt the time images. Brook Security has quoted T Skip Hire 3, 4, 6 budget proposal for the year, and to a approximately £350 plus £200 for East Farleigh Black mould caused by condensation on ْ precept application of £55,500. installation (plus VAT) for a 120 lamp. It Planning There have been applications for & 12 Yard Bins Traffic management Councillors requested was agreed to purchase a laptop and Pine Lodge, in Dean Street, for the T Covering Maidstone ceilings and walls cleared and treated and the clerk to apply to the KCC member’s infrared lamp for a total budget of £1,000 demolition of a conservatory, with grant for 50% of the cost of the installation plus VAT. extensions. This was approved. Green & The Weald guaranteed to not return within two years. of the Keep Clear road markings and/or Overhanging trees Members discussed the Co�age in Vicarage Lane is applying for T EA Registered zebra crossing installation in Gravelly trees overhanging the play area of the first floor rear extension and this was Bo�om Road. The council also agreed to Memorial Playing Fields. Cllr Waring approved with certain conditions. The T Fast & Prompt Service A fully insured family Company who the purchase of eight Single Track Road offered to cut them back. Cllr Waring had Li�le Barn in Lower Road would no longer have been building and maintaining signs at an approximate cost of £800. recently cleared the tarmac in front of the be used as an annexe but used as an T Commercial Sports field The clerk was absent due to gate of leaves and rubbish. independent living space. This was granted & Domestic homes for 43 years. illness so the contract for additional County and borough councillors Neither with conditions. Cllr David Hussein said equipment for the field was held over to county Cllr Eric Hotson nor borough Cllr the Environment Agency would now view the next meeting, and the request for a Steve Munford a�ended the December mobile homes as permanent dwellings. For a free quote call Chris storage unit in the car park will be meeting. Apologies Absent from the January 9 01622 843511 discussed in March. The Gypsy and Budget and precept It was proposed by meeting were parish councillor Jackie 01233 623721 direct on 07885 109469. Traveller Collaboration and village signing Cllr Waring, seconded by Cllr Webb “to Wilson and borough councillor Brian Sunnybridge Farm, Watery Lane, West Well, Ashford, Kent TN25 4JJ agenda items were also carried over to the accept the budget prepared by the clerk Mortimer next meeting. and set the precept at £21,000 for 2018/19 Hanging baskets Members were Building work The Community Centre (no increase from 2017/18)”. All members considering pu�ing up hanging baskets Commi�ee had met to discuss aims and agreed. Medwarayound thBlinde village follsow in&g a nCurtainapproach s objectives regarding the pre-school Next meeting The next meeting will be from a local resident. DO YOU NEED Home & Garden Refurbishment extension and the parish council office held on Monday, March 12 at Chart Su�on Traffic calming After public consultation, facility. The preferred option was an Village Hall. the parish council will apply for a PLANNING PERMISSION OR • General interior repairs • Kitchen fitting extension to the village hall but alternatives community loan to pay for needed traffic needed to be considered. Cllr Darling was calming measures. BUILDING REGULATIONS FOR AN • Bathrooms • Plastering • Woodwork • to look into possible funding options, while Coxheath Speed indicator device Around a dozen IN THE GARDEN • Patio's Decking • Turf Cllr Hoy had contacted MBC planners Precept The council had been notified that sites for the speed indicator device had EXTENSION, LOFT CONVERSION about the possibility of building something it will receive a larger than expected Parish been identified by Cllr Peter Beasley. • Garden Structures built to your outside the village envelope but there is Services Scheme Grant for 2018/19 from Village car park An inspection of the car OR EVEN A BRAND NEW HOME? requirements, brick or timber now a £150 fee for pre-application advice. Maidstone Borough Council (MBC). As a park revealed issues with hedges, potholes chaallcarsrt sutton There was also a need to contact the pre- result, the annual precept requirement was and weeds. Chart Corner, Chart Sutton, Maidstone ME17 3SB school for them to confirm their space reduced by £3,000 to £74,500. CALL US ON Paul - Tel 07930 147282 requirements and future plans. Councillor vacancies Followin0g th%e recent 30 Trevor Drive, ME16 0QR Pre-school Cllr Friend had received a departures of Denise TaghdissiFinancean and East Su�on 01622 812868 General report from the pre-school outlining a Marilyn Hansford from the couAvailablencil, two KALC survey A membership survey sent Motorcycle Plus positive outlook with numbers at a casual vacancies will be declared with a out by the Kent Association of Local OR GO TOCar Servicing maximum, with a waiting list, and the view to filling their respective positions. councils (KALC) would be completed by MOT’s £25 numbers for September’s intake are already Youth club The new youth club is moving the parish clerk. and Repairs looking very good. from strength to strength and now has 28 Planning The erection of a glazed link www.johnchilds.com Tree worry A tree protected by a Tree registered members. It meets on between a to-be converted garage and a Preservation Order (TPO) in Tall Trees had Wednesday evenings in the small hal01634l at house was app ro68ved. The ga68rage wou ld68 forCall our in best or telephone prices EVER! been felled following concerns that it was the village hall between 6pm and 8pm. have a bedroom, bathroom, utility room about to go over in high winds. It was Pe�y crime Concerns were expressed at th6e Thandea Oaksi�ingsro oBum. Lsanind essat The VillagBarn at e, agreed that the council would notify the apparent increase in pe�y crime oveLordr the swLi�ood,le Moa tChathamenden would c hKanegentto bME5e used 8LF 01622 844579 planning authority of their knowledge that last two months. It is understood that Kent as a riding area. Noah’s Ark Farmhouse at the tree had been felled without planning Police have recruited additional Police East Su�on Road has applied for a small or visit the website www.allcarschartsutton.co.uk permission so that they could carry out an Community Support Officers and are solar panel and the parish did not raise an investigation. looking to appoint new Commuwwwnity .mobjecetiond. Mwaidsayblindtone Borough Counscil.co.uk Chart Corner, Chart Sutton, Maidstone ME17 3SB

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a r i s h Sutton Valence stables at Heronden in East Su�on Road the hedge and grass at the youth club site Retailing The Parish Office was gathering seeking to engage stakeholders to take a r i s h into a residential annexe. Parish Council until members had a copy of the cost in information about retail premises in the forward ideas for regeneration of the chairman Eve 2017 to compare with. village and had been advised that Staplehurst station area; it was noted that C

Poulter and Bill Funding Members heard £9,370 would be Sainsbury’s planned to open its store by the initiative should include Sainsbury’s C o u n c i l s Hunton Laidler, of East received in Parish Services Scheme funding 2020 and also intended to develop the and Tesco, which own land in the vicinity. o u n c i l s Play equipment The village received new Kent Freema- from Maidstone Borough Council as a petrol station site. play equipment for the playing field, which sons, at the result of its Parish Services Scheme funding Sign Members heard the missing street has been given the thumbs up from handover of a agreement. The chairman and clerk agreed sign in Crowther Close had been reported Su�on Valence it should sign the funding agreement for to Maidstone Council in October, but a children and adults alike. defibrbrillator Safety Members were told the clerk had Christmas Fair The Christmas Fair raised 2018/19. replacement was still awaited. Councillors bought the fire-proof safe, as agreed. installed outside Valuation Chairman Cllr Burnham used his heard a call to the council had revealed it an impressive £233 for the Friends of St the village hall Mast Councillors heard that the clerk had Mary’s, £380 for St Mary’s Church and the casting vote to reject an independent was dealing with a backlog and would received a request to place a mast on parish remaining £139 would be put aside to go valuation, costing £825, on Surrenden process the replacement when it had council land, though no response to a towards this year’s event. Playing Field and Nicholson Walk. It follows enough requests to justify a bulk order. request for a meeting had been received. Herald An advertising co-ordinator is a decision by officers at Maidstone Council Graffiti The caretaker reported graffiti on Tree It was noted a tree preservation order needed for the Hunton Herald. The to reject a £5,000 offer from the parish Surrenden play area had been cleaned and had been placed on a specimen at 5 revenue from the spaces sold helps to cover council for the freehold of the land. Members CCTV footage would be checked. Southways. the magazine’s production costs but also felt that while the quote provided Summer playscheme The summer Appeal Members heard that an appeal for donations to good causes. Call Helen if supporting evidence with regard to the costs playscheme will run in the morning from regarding land next to Westholme was now you can help on 01622 820810 or email that would fall to the parish council in July 31 to August 3 and in the morning and likely to be heard on March 20. The parish [email protected] Defibrillator could be gift of life maintaining the space, other aspects, afternoon from August 6-10 and August 13- council would need to a�end to request Huntones The singing group next meets on VILLAGERS have been handed a brand ton Valence Gardening Association, flower including the independent valuation, might 17. An open day would be held on July 30. S106 money for its play area. April 5 (TBC). Call Sue Pinks on 01622 new piece of equipment – but in truth arranging and fine arts societies – all of add no further weight to the parish council’s Staplehurst School was to be approached as Garden Councillors agreed not to comment 820709 none of them will ever want to have to whom use either the hall or the nearby case. the venue. on a request for a change of use on Hospice After the death of Ruth Porter, use it. sports field – attended a recent handover Wimpey Field Members resolved not to Friends of Cllr Spearink reported that good farmland at Larch Barn in Babylon Lane, more than £3,200 has been raised for An automatic external difibrillator has ceremony. accept a quote of £2,100 from Southeast support from the public had allowed work Hawkenbury, into a domestic garden and Hospice in the Weald, where she spent her been installed outside the village hall in Eve Poulter, chairman of the parish coun- Groundworks to extend the footpath at by the Friends of Wimpey Field to progress for a detached garage. last days. North Street, Sutton Valence, thanks to a cil, said: “I would like to thank all those Wimpey Field by 70m. ahead of schedule, with some spending Plans Members heard approval had been community partnership between East Kent who have made this possible. Data protection The Parish Office had planned for 2018/19 brought forward. given for a single-storey rear and side Freemasons, Suffolk-based Community “The generosity of our local Freemasons started auditing the personal information it Progress on the field would mean greater extension, with changes to the garage, at Langley Heartbeat Trust and the parish council. and the support of the Community Heart- holds following a workshop about meeting focus on the woodland next year. Wind Chimes in Chatway Street; and for a the requirements of new regulations Travellers Members agreed a joint meeting Sign Community warden Dawn Riach- With more than 100,000 people in the beat Trust mean that our parishioners can retrospective application for part demolition regarding data protection. should be arranged as soon as possible to Brown reported that the 30mph sign UK suffering sudden cardiac arrest in a use our facilities confident in the knowl- of stables to create a two-bed house at Kings Tesco fence Members agreed to take no follow-up on its consultation with knocked down near Grasslands had been public space, equipment such as this can edge that should a problem arise, the most Head in North Street; and roof alterations at further action over Tesco’s plan to put a neighbouring parishes over gypsy and reported to Kent Highways. Members be vital, as their chances of survival are in- up-to-date and effective equipment is on Cherry Trees, East Su�on Rd. fence along the north side of the A229 traveller planning applications. Councillors heard she continues to carry out welfare creased by up to 50% if a defibrillator is hand.” Horse plan Councillors were told a railway bridge. The parish council had felt the meeting should be in Staplehurst, visits in the area and to advise vulnerable used promptly. The Community Heartbeat Trust has so retrospective application for a new entrance objected to the application but had found with invitations extended beyond the residents about current scams. Representatives from the Women’s In- far provided more than 3,000 public access and access track to an equestrian there was no route to challenge Maidstone parishes initially consulted. Bus stop Members heard the bus stop stitute, a dance group, football teams, Sut- defibrillators. development in Heniker Lane had been Council’s decision to approve the Website Cllr Ashby reported that the marker on the Su�on Road, near The refused. application without substantial costs. parish council’s new website would be Po�ing Shed pub, was now in place. Play area Maidstone Borough Council’s back tree branches had been completed. Donation Councillors agreed a £50 In Bloom Members backed Staplehurst fully operational from April 1. Further efforts were to be made to chase inspection report of the play area and Footpaths Members agreed a suggestion by donation in response to a request from Five Horticultural Society’s in Bloom Project Jubilee Field Cllr Riordan reported that the progress on the bus stop at The Plough. recreation ground showed no defects with the clerk to carry out an audit on trees Acre Wood School for a donation (seven and decided to invite a society new storage container had been delivered Data protection The clerk had a�ended the equipment, but noted that moss was owned and maintained by the parish pupils from Su�on Valence a�end this representative to give a talk about the and installed. KALC Data Protection Workshop and starting to accumulate on the wet pour council in relation to its footpath and school) and £50 to the Three Su�ons project at a future meeting. Cllr Perry reported that MBC’s reported this would need to be discussed at service. Members agreed to get this treated. highway responsibilities. Councillors Borough helpline. a future meeting as there would be a agreed this would be paid for from the BT box The clerk had sent photos of the Planning Commi�ee had refused a Ofsted The clerk is to send the parish requirement for new policies to be council’s Contingency Budget, but if it telephone box at Church Green to BT with proposal for land south of The Gables and council’s congratulations to Su�on Valence introduced and for an independent data Ne lestead becomes an annual commitment it would a request for it to be repaired and thanked Cllr Burnham for speaking at the Primary School for its good Ofsted rating. protection officer to be appointed to Bollards Residents in Bryants Close are to be included in next year’s budget. Crossing Members resolved to make no oversee compliance. be asked thoughts on how parking ITEMS were stolen from a house in C r i m e Green The village green had been tidied problems in the areashould be solved. A comment on a planning application from Maidstone Road, Sutton Valence. and the noticeboard in Heath Road taken leaflet was to be delivered to residents Network Rail to upgrade the level crossing A trailer was stolen in Haste Hill Close, Neighbourhood Watch away for refurbishment. asking for feedback. The decision followed at Wateringbury. Boughton Monchelsea, from a residential

Members agreed to offer no discussion about various options including Donations It was agreed a cheque for £400 Working to reduce crime. Call Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 or local police r Caravans garden. e p o r t s comment on a planning application from bollards being placed on the grassed area. will be presented to Cha�erbox and £100 to A glazed, aluminium back door and A white Ford Transit van, registration the driveway of a property. Rumwood Green Farm in Su�on Road to The land belongs to Maidstone Council, the Heart of Kent Hospice at the next frame were damaged during an attempted AX08***, was stolen from a farm in Gallants Six photinia bushes, about 6ft in height, build a cold storage building and relocate which has said that once funding is parish council meeting. break-in to a residential property in Burston Lane, East Farleigh. were stolen from a residential garden in agricultural workers’ caravans. available they can be installed. Golding Road, Coxheath. A Vauxhall Zafira was damaged on one of Linton. Precept Members agreed the budget for Homes will also be installing a bin store in In Pye Corner, Ulcombe, a vehicle was its windows. The vehicle was parked in In Vicarage Road, Yalding, a vehicle 2018/19 and to set the precept at £15,000; the area to help. Staplehurst taken without consent. Huntingdown Road, Coxheath. parked in the road was found keyed and this equates to £30.16 per Band D property Charity Cllr Jackie Benne� reported that Trees Members agreed to spend £240 on Number plates were removed from a Also in Huntington Road, a rear with a tyre slashed. and is a 10.17% decrease on last year. the Christmas Fayre had been a great further investigations by GRS vehicle parked in Gallants Lane, East windscreen was smashed as the vehicle was Youths were seen damaging a garden Donation Members agreed to donate £25 to success and raised £250 for Cha�erbox. Arboricultural Consultants on an oak tree Farleigh. driving down a road owing to an object fence in Marden. the Kent Pond and Tree Wardens, Magazine Members agreed the rate for at Surrenden Field and £215 on a survey A garage at a residential property was hitting it. In St Margarets Villas, Collier Street, a Maidstone. advertising in the parish magazine will rise and report on trees at Staplehurst Youth broken into in Collier Street. In The Cockpit, Marden, youths were vehicle parked in the road was taken Speed survey Members heard a survey of by £2 to £37 for a quarter page, but remain Club’s ground. A white/black Ford Transit tipper truck, seen damaging a garden fence. without consent. traffic on the Leeds Road at Langley had at £70 for a half and £130 for a full page. Hedges Councillors agreed to reject a quote registration F964***, was stolen from a A VW Golf, registration W889***, parked In Medway Avenue, Yalding, a puppy recorded data over a full week in Hall work Chairman Cllr David Meredith for cu�ing the hedges at Jubilee Field and, commercial compound in Cooper Lane, on the roadway awaiting recovery at Forge was taken from a garden without consent. December. It recorded the average speed of updated members on the work that has instead, look at engaging the services of the Marden. Lane, East Farleigh, was stolen. In South Lane, Sutton Valence, a Ford traffic travelling northbound at 33.4mph started in the kitchen at the village hall. Community Payback team. A quotation for In Knowle Hill, Ulcombe, items were Crops were damaged by quad bikes and Transit parked on the road had been broken and a slightly higher 33.7mph among KGV Field Cllr Anita Van Hensbergen £1,460 from Forestry First to cut the hedges taken without consent including fencing. motorbikes driving through fields at into and various types of computing vehicles travelling south. Most vehicles reported that the field was looking good. at Surrenden Field was agreed, although At Crispin Court, Coxheath, a vehicle Road, Ulcombe. equipment stolen from it. going north were travelling at 37.7mph or The clerk was to check with All Seasons members were only prepared to commit to parked in a residential parking bay was In Huntington Road, Coxheath, a Skoda A residential property in Cornflower less and 35.7mph going south. Grounds Maintenance that the work to cut the arrangement for one year. No decision found with its tyres slashed. Fabia, registration KF02***, was stolen from Drive, Marden, was broken into.

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To complete our restructure, we are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic housekeeper to lead our dedicated support 62 Mid Kent Living services team in helping to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable adults.

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Frindsbury House, Wainscott, Rochester, ME3 Birling House, Snodland, ME6 Come and join our dedicated Care Team and make a difference to the lives of vulnerable adults. To complete our restructure to provide for our ever increasing care needs we are looking for motivated staff interested in developing their existing skills or pursuing new career opportunities. Wakeful Night Care Assistant, Rochester - Casual Night Care Assistants – Rochester and 176 hours per 4 week rota Snodland £8.15 per hour £8.15 per hour plus £0.97 per hour in lieu of holiday pay Wakeful Senior Night Carer, Snodland - Web Design 176 hours per 4 week rota Day Care Assistant, Rochester – 160 hours per 4 week rota Wakeful Senior Night Carer, Rochester – £8.15 per hour 176 hours per 4 week rota £9.93 per hour Day Senior Carer, Rochester – 160 hours per 4 week rota period The Mortimer Society offers residential care to adults £9.93 per hour with physical disabilities and is looking for enthusiastic people to join our friendly team providing outstanding care Interview date : Week Commencing 13th November 2017 and support for our residents. Candidates will preferably have a healthcare qualification however this is not For an application form : Web Design essential as full induction (including Skills for Care Telephone Mel in Human Resources on 01634 244689 or accredited Care Certificate) and training will be given. Email: [email protected]

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Maidstone Cllr Derek Butler, the near the operating centre who believe have what it takes then drop your cv in or call 01622 743612. PUBLIC Louisa (19) won the X Factor in charity’s retail manager Cheryl that their use or enjoyment of that land 2015, after singing with mentor Rita Adams and voluntary shop leader, would be affected, should make written Karen Elphick, before going inside representations to the Traffic NOTICES Ora inCHEF the final. DE PARTIE Commissioner at Hillcrest House, 386 to meet shop workers. We are a gastro pub on the outskirts of Maidstone Harehills Lane, Leeds, LS9 6NF, stating The Princess, who has been presi- their reasons, within 21 days of this CONTACT specialising in fresh local produce. We have a newly Assault case dent of the charity since the 1970s, notice. Representors must at the same refurbished kitchen and a small friendly team. We A MAIDSTONE woman has been time send a copy of their representations are looking for an enthusiastic and hardspoke working of her appreciation of the con- to the applicant at the address given at 01622 chargedindividual with wounding to join our afterteam. anExperience al- tribution nessesary the & shop makes to the The Princess Royal is greeted by Cheryl Adams, the mayor and Karen Elphick leged stabbing in Shepway. the top of this notice. A Guide to Making progression possible for the right candidate.work of the charity at home and Representations is available from the NicolaImmediate Goslitski start. (40), of Sutton abroad. lovedTraffic animals. Commissioner’s office. raised £40,000630033 for the charity last Road, wasPlease arrested send all C.V's after to [email protected] police were She or call also 01622 presented 831236 certificates to Among the dozens of onlookers year. called to a report of an assault in Dennis Foad, Brenda Harris and who watched the Princess depart More donations and customers Health & Beauty Westmorland Road on Sunday, Sylvia Thomas in honour of their was 88-year-old Betty Warren whoHelpare Find always welcome at the tiny shop April 30. OfficersFull time were toldHandyman that two long/ gardener service to /estate the charity. worker had waited for nearly an hour to see which is packed with goods ranging womenrequired had made must their way have to hos-good carpentrySeven-year-old skills Daisy, and the be daugh- keen her and was given a chair and a cup from clothing, children’s items, pital with arm injuries. They are be- ter of shop volunteer Lora Maxwell, of tea outside the shop.Looking Forkitchen A Friend ware and a collector’s cor- lieved to have knownto learn the suspect. new skillspresented for this the varied Princess role. Anne with a The charity shop opened in Union ner. There is also a “wanted board” Goslitski has been charged with posy and a card she had made. The Street in 1980 whenI am the trying building to ndfor peoplea old iend. who are looking for two countsWill work of wounding as part of a with team in- / alonecard on hada private a picture estate as of well a horse as other be- was boughtIf your for name £12,000. is Karen Thirty- & you weresomething previously in married particular to a and man the vol- jobs off site when required. Must have driving licence. 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were prepared to stand up and be counted and initial chestnut fencing for the dog particularly on the busy A25 through Pla�, o m e n o m e n for what they believed in, by actually path; Borough Green and Ightham. What is future for churches? voting against the plan. The two schools and Kent County Building much-needed slip roads at J5 of Cllr John Perry, ward member for Council have agreed that plans to put in the M25 would help substantially reduce MANY Anglican churches around churchyards are treasured by local Staplehurst at Maidstone Borough Council place protective covenants over the playing congestion along the A25 through Pla� and t t Maidstone face crippling financial communities. fields for the freeholders of properties in Borough Green. It would also improve air challenges and we must consider what There are huge emotional barriers Park playing field proposals Oakwood Road, will provide a long-term quality and enjoyment of the environment. will happen to them. MailMarks against demolition and using the land for guarantee that the fields will not be That is why I am encouraging everyone to ON Thursday, January 25, the Oakwood The priest in charge of , Langley, DENNIS FOWLE President other purposes. But can an empty, developed for housing; they will be respond to this important government Park Community Group held a public designated for education use only. consultation. It gives us the opportunity to Leeds, Broomfield and Kingswood has [email protected] unused church and churchyard just be warned in his newsle�er of continuing left to deteriorate and rot? Big questions meeting at Oakwood Park Grammar The meeting unanimously voted to make the Department for Transport aware declining finances and fears Otham and face society. School to present outline proposals to support the community group trustees to of the positive impact this could have on restore community access to the Oakwood Langley (losing £1,000 a month) could be Costs of running a church and parish I believe we shall see major changes continue working up the solution with the all our lives and environment. Park playing fields. bankrupt in three years. ‘Thin air will not are heavy and maintaining ancient over the next 20 years or so. Many will schools. You can email your response to The meeting was very well a�ended by finance our churches,’ he says. church buildings is very challenging. not like them. But they seem inevitable. Cllr Paul Harper and Brian Flinders, [email protected], residents and the school hall was full with A worrying newsle�er from the priest The has about 40 Oakwood Park Community Group write to SRN Initial Report Consultation, about 100 people present. in charge of the benefice covering parishes, most with their own church, Cars are a habit Department for Transport, 3/24 Minister Over the last six months, the group has Coxheath, East and , Linton and neighbouring Malling area increases  I S UPPORT the philosophy of park- House, 33 Horseferry Road, London, SW1P been talking to the Oakwood Park The big homes squeeze and Hunton includes a plan for a reduced that total to more than 50. In addition, and-ride in an endeavour to reduce traffic 4DR, or complete the online survey at Grammar School and St Augustine I READ with interest an article in your schedule of services. there are the churches of urban congestion in Maidstone – but is it a h�p://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/UFY77/ Academy about restoring community edition regarding the future of the Otham For very many years we have seen the Maidstone, with large and central All dream that will not come true? Tom Tugendhat MP, Tonbridge & Malling access to the Oakwood Park playing fields. valley and a possible 5,000 social homes Church in decline. Parishes which had Saints the most prominent. The big problem is that most of us The Oakwood Park Community Group being placed there as part of the increased their own priest now so often share in a There is wide admiration or love of enjoy the speed, comfort, door-to-door and Oakwood Grammar and St Augustine housing allocation imposed on Maidstone Ge ing priorities right benefice of five or more parishes. these churches but, if so many of their availability and passenger-/luggage- Schools have now reached an outline by central government, over and above the AS A Bearsted resident, I read with interest But, very significantly, the size of true and dedicated supporters and carrying ability of our cars and see proposal, which was presented to the ridiculous 17,600 we’re trying to shoehorn the article regarding Virgin Media's congregations has mostly continued to financiers are fading away, how can they park-and-ride as an inferior alternative, meeting by Oakwood Park Community into this crowded borough. contractors having to remedy the fall. Churches which a few years ago survive? We now have our first warning unless right on our doorstep. Group trustees Brian Flinders and Cllr Paul I was amused and alarmed by the subtle (allegedly) poor reinstatement to ‘our’ worried that congregations were as low of potential bankruptcies and must It is a political hot potato again for Harper. sophistry of the language employed by roads. However, there is another side to as 30 or 40 now see them reduced to a expect more in the next few years. Maidstone Borough Council. Many The proposal in outline is: Golding Homes and Maidstone Borough this story. handful. Will anyone be able to finance and save Conservatives point to an annual loss to The fence around the playing fields will Council in trying to play down the When Kent County Council inspectors Much fund-raising and organisation these buildings? I do not think the we taxpayers of around £250,000 and remain; likelihood of such a major development, came to our road to examine the work now depends on the generosity and Church of England, government, local believe this money can be best spent to There will be access for the community yet saying it might very well happen! done by the contractors, they marked enthusiasm of ‘The Few’. Obviously, authorities and parish councils, the improve traffic flows. The majority of out of school hours, including spring and As opposed as I was to such a high level several areas for 'improvement. Myself and there is a limit to what they can do. lo�eries, charitable institutions and others councillors want to give it another try by summer evenings, weekends and school of housing without the local authorities another resident approached these So many organisations now suffer from will be able to take on this massive cost. making a £2.50 charge to park, but with holidays; sorting out the roads that will be needed to inspectors and commented that it seemed a lack of volunteers as our lives become I believe we shall soon see the closure all passengers in that vehicle then using Access will be through the gates (which cope with the traffic, we are where we are very odd that they were making these busier and horizons widen. This problem of churches, perhaps many, with only the the bus free. Will this incentive make us will be self-closing) in the fence nearest to with the whole ro�en business. assessments to areas that were actually certainly impacts on churches, too. strongest surviving. The strong will need switch to park-and-ride? With increased Oakwood Road and Queen’s Road; One fears that this type of story with now be�er than the condition of the rest of Religion no longer features strongly in to welcome their less fortunate parking charges in town and growing Access will be by an electronic key fob similar statements is likely to be more and the road surface already in place. most people’s lives and more now neighbours. congestion problems it is worth the trial system, fobs obtainable from the Oakwood more commonplace as the council tries to We were told that a report would be profess to having no faith. But many still If a church closes, does the building run. Park Community Group on payment of a find the space to put all the extra homes made to the appropriate people. claim their religion is Church of England, still have a future? Who will take on the The council needs to see it succeed. It is annual subscription, possibly £20, with government has foisted on us. Anyone using Roseacre Lane or Yeoman respect the Christmas and Easter festivals responsibility for its future and long-term an important feature of our new Local trustees’ discretion for any household in K Kennedy, via email Lane will testify to the absolutely appalling and wish for church christenings, upkeep? Some would be valuable to Plan to tackle Maidstone’s horrendous financial stress; condition of these roads and the weddings and funerals. But they do not benefit the local community in any traffic problems. It has been a long and A dog walking path will be created surrounding ones are no be�er. see themselves as church members or number of ways. But the costs of difficult campaign by the council, and I Improving the environment around the periphery of the site which will It seems highly inappropriate that the a�ending regular church services or achieving this could be immense. fear the worst. Our cars are an ingrained initially be demarcated by chestnut rail I AM encouraging residents to respond to a relevant authorities are criticising the work prayer meetings. Churches are memorials and their habit – and we love them. fencing, and a wildlife hedge, once it government consultation to push for new being done by the contractors (even if some grows up; slip roads at J5 of the M25. of it is sub-standard), when they do System just not working commi�ee, won praise from members. many of your readers know, I wonder, that The community group will encourage At the moment, the 18 miles between J2a nothing to improve the totally awful Sadly, the same cannot be said of the acorns are poisonous to most animals, residents to take part in wildlife activities of the M26 and J6 of the M25 is the longest condition they have allowed their roads in I HAVE great respect for Maidstone approved housing development scheme except pigs? Last September and October, I and other activities such as li�er picking. distance in the country without an exit. this area to get to. Hospital’s caring services but when things on the neighbouring Springfield site, lost three dearly loved horses through The community group will now work to Building slip roads here would ease Edward Paul, via email go wrong patient/carer anxieties can be which features an 18-storey residential acorn poisoning. One was found dead in immense. tower block. Such a tower block would be the field, another was so ill we had to have My wife received a le�er in the post at twice the height of Maidstone’s current him put to sleep the next day. The third 11.31am for an appointment at 11.45am the tallest building, Miller House, and more fought and fought to survive. He had The five editions of the Downs Mail are delivered to 90% of households in the Maidstone and Malling area, same day. I phoned the stated number than twice the height of the Old about six weeks in hospital and was reaching over 190, 000 readers every month. immediately. It was engaged. I managed to Springfield library tower. If built, this nursed at home before he finally got leave a message with the department’s u�erly incongruous building will peritonitis and was put to sleep. team. I phoned ‘appointments’ again, dominate the landscape of the county I now hate the oak tree and will never Maidstone North Maidstone South Maidstone East Maidstone Weald Malling received a message to wait and 15 minutes town. have one on any property I own. later was told I was ninth in the queue. There is a need for more new housing in Linda Savage, via email Current and archived editions are also free to read online at This call took a total of 29 minutes – and Maidstone, but surely we should expect www.downsmail.co.uk the operator doubted she could pass on be�er than the incoherent and Stand up and be counted our apology to the consultant. unsatisfactory combined developments Contact our teams…. No wonder patients miss so many RE Woodcut Farm: I am afraid Cllr Tony approved or currently proposed for the Editorial Sales Accounts Dept. appointments. This system needs sorting. Springfield area of Maidstone? Harwood is not being entirely clear when Tim Harris, Weavering, Maidstone he indicates that he had misgivings over Editor: Simon Finlay Sales Manager: Bill Brett [email protected] Rob Illingworth, Moncktons Lane, 01622 630330 ext 229 Maidstone the Local Plan. Indeed, he never appeared Simon.fi[email protected] [email protected] 01622 734735 Tower block out of keeping to vote for the Local Plan for the simple 01622 630330 ext. 221 Mail Publications Ltd reason that he never turned up to the Assistant Editor: Jon Phipps Forge House Bountiful, but poisonous Advertising Sales Enquiry THE Redrow housing development on the council meetings when decisions over the [email protected] : Bearsted Green Business Park Springfield Mill site, recently approved by I HAVE just read the articles and le�er on future of the plan were being taken. 01622 630330 ext. 232 01622 630330 option 1 Bearsted, Maidstone ME14 4DT Maidstone Borough Council’s planning the amount of acorns last autumn. How This was in stark contrast to those

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