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Kent Wildlife Trust has bought an area of intensively farmed land near Lamberhurst and will convert it into a haven for nature.

Objectors to plans for 500 new homes on green fields to the south of Tunbridge Wells say they're disappointed by the "neutral" stance on the issue taken by local Liberal Democrats.

The Reform UK leadership of Kent County Council is to press ahead with a proposal for a single council in Kent to achieve local government reform.

Council leaders in Kent have agreed on two local government reform options, with both of them involving merging together Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone.

The MP for Tunbridge Wells, Mike Martin, has said the forced resignation of the deputy Prime Minister for not paying enough tax, was another "hammer blow" to public trust in politicians.

One of the Borough Councillors for the Rural Tunbridge Wells area, David Knight, has switched from the Tunbridge Wells Alliance Party to the Conservatives.

More green fields are to be replaced by housing under a plan for the north west of Hadlow.

The Tunbridge Wells Park Run marked a major milestone on Saturday 30th August.

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Melissa Russell talks to Alex Hakes about the Law Society’s protocol forms.

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Paul Reader talks to Alex Hakes about the process of buying and selling a business.

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Simeon Blewett talks to Alex Hakes about what happens when it's deemed necessary to remove a Will Executor.

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It’s a very busy time at Folly as many abandoned, injured and sick young animals are arriving.  This time we focus on our feathered friends, it’s baby bird feeding time and boy are they hungry!

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Berry & Lamberts’ solicitor Simeon Blewett talks to Alex Hakes about the Renter's Reform Bill

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Talks to Lynn Briggs about her life growing up in war torn Merseyside and her long and distinguished career in show business. 

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Louise Mackay talks to Alex Hakes about the issue of disputing residential service charges.

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Lynn Briggs spoke to Charlotte McLoughlin from Folly Wildlife Rescue for Drivetime.

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

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

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The first Climate and Nature Fair in Tunbridge Wells is to be held in Calverley Grounds in September.

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

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

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

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

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