Local charity Family Forever JP, which aims to help families of seriously ill children to create special memories, has achieved its goal of purchasing a holiday caravan, thanks to an £11,600 donation raised through Maidstone Borough Council’s (MBC) Crematorium Metal Recycling Scheme.
Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is changing the way it charges for garden waste and is introducing a new annual permit for residents to attach to their garden bin. The permit will run from 1 July to 30 June every year.
Come along to a fantastic Light Up Festival in Maidstone Town Centre on Friday 7 February from 5.00pm to 7.30pm with music and children’s mascots entertaining the crowds in the lead up to a stunning parade of lanterns.
Come and enjoy Maidstone's Lunar New Year 2025 celebrations on Saturday 1 February as the “Eye-dotting” ceremony awakens the dazzling Chinese Lions in Jubilee Square at 12 noon, who will then playfully prowl the town centre.
Residents are being asked to take part in consultations giving their views on the Conservation Area appraisal and management plans for Detling, Otham and Bearsted.