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Lib Dems Disagree Over Changes

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The Liberal Democrat Leader of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, Ben Chapelard, has welcomed as "exciting" aspects of the radical changes planned for Kent's local government.
Southborough Heritage Site

The 16th Century "Weavers" building which was most recently a tea room, pub and restaurant is set to be converted into a family home.
Council Abolition Criticised

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The Conservative leader of Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council, Matt Boughton, has said Labour's planned reorganisation of local government is "deeply regrettable".
Council Reform Q & A

The Labour government's scheme to abolish borough councils is explained.
Protests at Council Changes

The Conservative Controlled Kent County Council has voted to ask the Labour government to cancel the local elections set to be held in May.
Spa Valley Rail Appeal

The Tunbridge Wells heritage railway says it needs to raise £300,000 to replace a corroded bridge.
Pembury set to get 200 new homes

There's concern about traffic gridlock if two new housing developments in Pembury go ahead.
Water Charges Soar

Water bills in West Kent are to rise by around 50% over the next five years.

Legal Eagle - The rules of Intestacy

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Joanna Fildes from Berry & Lamberts, explains the rules of Intestacy and the implications of dying without a valid Will.
The Community Panto - Treasure Island and the Winter Lanterns Parade

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Lynn Briggs was joined on West Kent Today by Nell Mellorick to tell us about Southborough's Pantomime, TREASURE ISLAND and the Winter Lanterns Parade.
Legal Eagle - Budget Implications

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Emma Houghton from Berry & Lamberts Solicitors joins Alex Hakes
Hospice in the Weald Ambassador, Glenn Goodall and Head of Fundraising Sarah Bowes joined West Kent Today

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They came in to tell us all about the fundraising events lined up as we approach Christmas, to help raise much needed funds for the Hospice in The Weald.
James Pavlou from Walk Tonbridge shares some local spooky stories

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James tells us about some of the towns most haunted spots as well as other creepy tales from the area.
Legal Eagle - The Issue of Conveyancing

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Eleanor Lister joins Alex Hakes on this month's Legal Eagle to talk about the issue of conveyancing.
Brain Injury Specialist Natalie MacKenzie comes in to talk about concussion

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Natalie shares her expertise on concussion both in everyday life and sport.
Legal Eagle - Buying A Leasehold Property

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Eleanor Lister joins Alex Hakes on this month's Legal Eagle to talk about buying a leasehold property.

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"Exquisite" Church Windows

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

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

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

A recent exhibition at the Amelia Scott Centre in Tunbridge Wells told how the Subbuteo table soccer game was invented in the town and rapidly became a global phenomenon.
£10 Billion Road Scheme

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A plan to build a new Lower Thames Crossing is opposed by a local campaigner.
Asian Hornets Attacking Bees, Butterflies and Dragonflies

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Devastation of pollinators is rife in mainland Europe. What is happening in Kent?
Big Fines for Tunbridge Wells Drivers

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Over £2m in fines so far, but are they dropping?
New Born Cafe Initiative

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