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Christmas Church services

Here is a reminder about the service arrangements for Ash & Ridley this coming Sunday and news about forthcoming events, including the services being held over Christmas.
At Ash we will be holding a service of Morning Worship for the 4th Sunday in Advent at 08:00 (BCP)
The 10:00 Morning Worship Service at Ash will also be available on Zoom, here is the link:
St Peter & St Paul Ash is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
 
Topic: Ash Church – Morning Worship for the 4th Sunday in Advent
 
Time: Dec 21, 2025 09:30 AM 
 
Join Zoom Meeting:
 
 
Meeting ID: 954 0977 8674        Passcode: 114662
Hymns for Morning Worship are 358, 273, 98 and 209
Readings: Isaiah 7 10-16  and Matthew 1 18-25
I have attached a copy of the liturgy for this service. Everybody is welcome to join us!  With regret, this service will not be a “Crib Service”.
The next “Zoom” service of Morning Worship at Ash will be on Sunday 4th January 2026
At Ridley on Sunday there will be a service of Holy Communion at the usual time of  9.00am, followed by refreshments.
CHRISTMAS SERVICES
SERVICE OF NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS Sunday 21st December (6pm) – Ash. A beautiful traditional service of readings and carols surrounded by candlelight – with refreshments
CHRISTINGLE SERVICES  Wednesday 24th December (2pm and 4pm) – St Peter and St Paul, Ash. The message of God’s love: fun, candles, and Christingles (see below)
MIDNIGHT IN BETHLEHEM   Wednesday 24th December (9pm) – Ash
A service of Holy Communion celebrating the birth of Jesus at the same time as they celebrate in Bethlehem.
(A later service of Holy Communion for Christmas Eve will be held at 11pm at St Mary Magdalene, Longfield)
CHRISTMAS MORNING – HOLY COMMUNION Thursday 25th December (9am) – Ridley
CHRISTMAS MORNING PRAISE Thursday 25th December (10am) – Ash
PLEASE NOTE: Sunday 28th December:  8am – Morning Worship at Ash, 9am Morning Worship at Ridley. There will not be a 10am service at Ash on the 28th.
Weds 17th December
Tomorrow there will be a service of Holy Communion at Ridley, starting at 10:00am.
All are welcome!
ADVENT SERVICES via ZOOM
On Wednesday 17th December (8pm) – Online. The final reflective service for Advent. Dim the lights, light a candle, and join us for a time of calm during the busy Christmas preparations.
More details from the Rev’d Dorothy at  revdmcgarvey@gmail.com. Here is the “Zoom” link:
Meeting ID: 957 9602 9697    Passcode: 192592
Ash Church Christmas Post
 The Ash Christmas Post will be operating again this year with all proceeds helping to support the church. Cards will be delivered to addresses in New Ash Green or in Ash village as far as Pease Hill
The cost will still be 20 pence per card, please bundle your cards with the appropriate fee and put them in the post box at Hartley Estates office in New Ash Green. The last posting date is this Thursday, 18th  December
Envelopes do not need to have the full Royal Mail postal address but please make sure that they show the recipient’s name, as well as the house number or name and the neighbourhood or road.
Volunteers to help with the delivering of cards will be very welcome – contact Carol, James or Cameron Clark.

Messy Christmas – Saturday 20th December – 3:00 – 5:00pm

Christmas comes to Messy Church! Fawkham & Hartley Church Centre, Ash Road, Hartley.

Christmas related crafts and food and the Christmas story (of course)…… all are welcome!

Ash Church Christmas Tree Festival 2025

Many thanks to Jean Bentley for organising another wonderful Christmas Tree Festival last weekend, 27 trees on display, lots of people coming to visit and vote and a great time had by all!  Many thanks also to all those who kindly volunteered to help in many capacities over the three days, your help was much appreciated. The Winning Trees will be announced after the Carol Service this Sunday evening at Ash Church (6:00pm).
 

Christingle Services – Weds 24th December

We are pleased to confirm that we will be holding two Christingle services at Ash Church on Christmas Eve, at 2:00 and 4:00pm. These services are always very popular and it is wonderful to see so many families join us. As always we need your help to ensure these services run smoothly and safely.
If you can help us with Welcoming, Stewarding, Fire & Safety observing or Car Parking at either or both services we would be very grateful to hear from you. Please contact me for further details

WASSAIL 2026

Make a note of the date – Saturday 10th January 2026 – 4:00 – 7:00pm
starting in NAG Village Hall and then moving to the Orchard (Weather permitting). See the “Wild about New Ash Green” Facebook page for more details soon – see you there!!
If you are in need of prayer, help or support of any kind please do get in touch with a member of the ministry team – please see the Ash Church Website: https://www.ash-church.org.uk/
Have a good evening and here’s wishing you all a very Happy Christmas and a wonderful, safe and peaceful New Year!

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Checked : Friday 12th December. Updated : Thursday 11th December

  • Safety Report: Toggloo Inflatable Bed Guards
  • Recall: B&M Cream and Green Mug
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  • Vault City Brewing recalls Mince Pie Pastry Sour (Beer) because of undeclared milk
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  • Grape Tree recalls Caramel Flavour Coated Raisins because of undeclared peanuts
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Checked : Friday 12th December. Updated : Friday 12th December

  • Swanscombe, A226 Galley Hill Rd: Road is closed due to carriageway collapse/water leak. Local diversion route in place. Expect delays in the surrounding areas.
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Road Works

Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued:
If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Ash and New Ash Green
Meadow Lane
in Ash-cum-Ridley		 Between 00:01 on Saturday 1st of November and 10:15 on Friday 7th of November. Somebody stole a wheelie bin from outside a residential property
Crime Report No. 46/210044/25
Ayelands
in Ash-cum-Ridley		 Between 16:00 on Sunday 7th of December and 09:00 on Monday 8th of December. Somebody smashed a window and wing mirrors of a Vauxhall parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/210177/25
Dunton Green and Riverhead
The Sidings
in Dunton Green		 Between 17:00 on Friday 5th of December and 16:00 on Sunday 7th of December. Somebody damaged a MG ZS parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/210105/25
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
Saxon Place
in Horton Kirby and South Darenth		 On Sunday 7th of December between 14:30 and 18:30. Somebody stole a vehicle, MF11***, from the road.
Crime Report No. 46/210142/25
Fawkham and West Kingsdown
Church Road
in West Kingsdown		 Between Sunday 30th of November and Monday 8th of December. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep.
Crime Report No. 46/210801/25
Hills Lane
in West Kingsdown		 On Sunday 7th of December around 23:05. Somebody gained access into a barn at a residential property. They do not appear to have taken anything.
Crime Report No. 46/210267/25
Hills Lane
in West Kingsdown		 On Tuesday 9th of December between 21:15 and 21:27. Somebody tried to break into a shed at a residential property. They were interrupted by someone.
Crime Report No. 46/211038/25
Hartley and Hodsoll Street
Caxton Close
in Hartley		 Between 19:00 on Friday 5th of December and 10:29 on Saturday 6th of December. Somebody slashed tyres of a vehicle parked in a car park.
Crime Report No. 46/211120/25
Leigh and Chiddingstone Causeway
Tonbridge Road
in Chiddingstone		 Between Monday 1st of December and Tuesday 2nd of December. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep.
Crime Report No. 46/210347/25
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
St. Johns Hill
in Sevenoaks		 On Wednesday 19th of November between 04:06 and 05:00. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep.
Crime Report No. 46/210905/25
Hospital Road
in Sevenoaks		 Between 18:00 on Sunday 7th of December and 07:00 on Monday 8th of December. Somebody broke into a container at a hospital site. Tools stolen.
Crime Report No. 46/210288/25
Bradbourne Park Road
in Sevenoaks		 On Monday 8th of December between 07:30 and 19:00. Somebody smashed a window of a Land Rover parked in a car park.
Crime Report No. 46/211081/25
Hitchen Hatch Lane
in Sevenoaks		 Between 13:00 on Monday 8th of December and 04:00 on Tuesday 9th of December. Somebody broke into a Ford Transit parked in the road. Tools stolen.
Crime Report No. 46/211186/25
Swanley White Oak
Pemberton Gardens
in Swanley		 Between 00:01 on Monday 1st of December and 12:25 on Sunday 7th of December. Somebody stole a black Ford Fiesta, HY16***, from the road.
Crime Report No. 46/210918/25
Haven Close
in Swanley		 On Monday 8th of December between 00:01 and 07:00. Somebody stole a black Abarth, GL18***, from a driveway.
Crime Report No. 46/210263/25
Conifer Way
in Swanley		 On Monday 8th of December between 12:30 and 12:45. Somebody stole two ladders from outside a residential property.
Crime Report No. 46/210534/25
Westerham and Crockham Hill
Lodge Lane
in Westerham		 On Monday 8th of December around 02:36. Somebody broke into a shed at a residential property. They do not appear to have taken anything.
Crime Report No. 46/210574/25

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VA Response to Sevenoaks District Council Local Plan

Click here to see the Village Association’s document.

The Village Association has responded to the publication by Sevenoaks District Council of their draft Local Plan.  Our focus has been to protect the original concept of New Ash Green as a unique example of town planning as well as stressing that our current infrastructure is not adequate to support any sustainable developments.  We realise that with the Government’s pressure for councils to allocate more land for housing, there will almost certainly be some new housing in or around our village, but we intend to make every effort to ensure it is fully integrated into the structure of New Ash Green with new residents helping to pay for the services provided by the Village Association.

Our submission to the Council is lengthy and repetitive in parts because of the need to respond separately to the many draft policies and to all the development sites proposed by landowners.  We will continue to monitor the Local Plan as it develops, and especially when the final version is published for consultation next summer.

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  • Threats and damage in Maidstone
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  • New social licence launched to support use of healthcare data in Kent and Medway
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  • House fire in Whitstable
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  • 4 December – Oxo Good Grips pasta strainer recalled over ‘serious health risk’
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  • Calbee Group UK Ltd recalls Calbee Hot & Spicy Chips and Calbee Pizza Chips because of undeclared mustard and celery
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Checked : Friday 5th December. Updated : Friday 5th December

  • Swanscombe, A226 Galley Hill Rd: Road is closed due to carriageway collapse/water leak. Local diversion route in place. Expect delays in the surrounding areas.

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Road Works

Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued:
If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Ash and New Ash Green
Chapel Wood
in Ash-cum-Ridley		 On Monday 24th of November between 16:00 and 18:00. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep.
Crime Report No. 46/207449/25
Ash Road
in Ash-cum-Ridley		 Between 15:00 on Friday 28th of November and 12:15 on Monday 1st of December. Somebody stole a horsebox, FJ65***, from business site.
Crime Report No. 46/206233/25
Crockenhill and Well Hill
Firmingers Road
in Shoreham		 Between 20:00 on Monday 1st of December and 05:30 on Tuesday 2nd of December. Somebody broke into a commercial property. They stole garden machinery.
Crime Report No. 46/206797/25
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Scotts Way
in Riverhead		 Between Monday 3rd of November and Friday 7th of November. Somebody damaged a Vauxhall Astra parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/206047/25
Aisher Way
in Riverhead		 Between 08:15 on Tuesday 25th of November and 08:15 on Thursday 27th of November. Somebody damaged the lock on a donation bank outside a store.
Crime Report No. 46/206351/25
Edenbridge North and East
Swan Lane
in Edenbridge		 Between 22:30 on Tuesday 2nd of December and 06:30 on Wednesday 3rd of December. Somebody broke into a garage at a residential property. Nothing was stolen.
Crime Report No. 46/207348/25
Eynsford
Pollyhaugh
in Eynsford		 Between 17:00 on Sunday 30th of November and 10:00 on Monday 1st of December. Somebody damaged windows at a business property.
Crime Report No. 46/206548/25
Fawkham and West Kingsdown
Hever Road
in West Kingsdown		 On Monday 1st of December around 22:56. Somebody stole a black Nissan Navara, YB71***, from a driveway.
Crime Report No. 46/206910/25
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
High Street
in Sevenoaks		 On Sunday 30th of November between 19:00 and 22:00. Somebody damaged a vehicle parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/206547/25
Swanley St Mary’s
Rowan Road
in Swanley		 Between 10:00 on Thursday 20th of November and 16:00 on Thursday 27th of November. Somebody damaged a Lexus parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/206058/25
Swanley White Oak
Leydenhatch Lane
in Swanley		 Between 18:00 on Monday 1st of December and 07:00 on Tuesday 2nd of December. Somebody stole a yellow JCB, FL18***, they also damaged another yellow JCB FG18*** at a business address.
Crime Report No. 46/206762/25

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Church services

Here is a reminder about the service arrangements for Ash & Ridleys  news and forthcoming events.
The next “Zoom” service of Morning Worship from Ash will be on Sunday 7th December

Sunday 7th December

On Sunday 7th December at Ash we will be holding a service of Morning Worship at 08:00 (BCP) and Morning Worship at 10:00 – this service will be available on “Zoom” 
 
At 12:00 our church choir will be singing Christmas Carols at Woodlands Garden Centre and they would be pleased to have your company to join with them in the singing. Carol sheets will be provided – please come and help us raise money for the Ellenor Hospice and maybe do a bit of Christmas shopping whilst you are there.
Next Sunday at Ridley there will be a service of Holy Communion at the usual time of  9.00am, followed by refreshments.
In the evening there will be a Carol Service at 6.00 pm. Always something to look forward to with refreshments after the service kindly hosted by Maggie Howe at Ridley Court Farm. All are welcome – get there early!
ADVENT SERVICES via ZOOM
On Wednesdays 3rd, 10th, and 17th December (8pm) – Online. Three reflective services for Advent: dim the lights, light a candle, and join us for a time of calm during the busy Christmas preparations.
More details from the Rev’d Dorothy at  revdmcgarvey@gmail.com. Here is the “Zoom” link:
Meeting ID: 957 9602 9697    Passcode: 192592
Ash Church Christmas Post
The Ash Christmas Post will be operating again this year with all proceeds helping to support the church. Cards will be delivered to addresses in New Ash Green or in Ash village as far as Pease Hill
The cost will still be 20 pence per card, please bundle your cards with the appropriate fee and put them in the collection boxes in the church or the Hartley Estates office in New Ash Green which will be available from the beginning of December.  The last collection dates are Sunday 14 December in the church, or Thursday 18 December at Hartley Estates.
Envelopes do not need to have the full Royal Mail postal address but please make sure that they show the recipient’s name, as well as the house number or name and the neighbourhood or road.
Volunteers to help with the delivering of cards will be very welcome – contact Carol, James or Cameron Clark.

Ash Church Christmas Tree Festival 2025

With thanks to Jean Bentley for organising we are pleased to announce that our annual Christmas Tree Festival will take place on Saturday 13th, Sunday 14th and Monday 15th December – please see attached poster for more details. If you are able to help on any of the days with Welcoming and/or refreshments that would be very much appreciated. We are also looking for more Tree entries, especially from families – why not mark a special occasion in your family with a Festival entry? Please contact Jean for more details: jeanbentley51@gmail.com

Messy Christmas – Saturday 20th December – 3:00pm

Christmas comes to Messy Church! Fawkham & Hartley Church Centre, Ash Road, Hartley.

Crib Service

With regret we are not able to hold a Crib Service this year at Ash. It had been planned for
Sunday 21st December but this will now be a service of Morning Worship at 10:00

WASSAIL 2026

Make a note of the date – Saturday 10th January 2026 – 4:00 – 7:00pm
starting in NAG Village Hall and then moving to the Orchard (Weather permitting). See the “Wild about New Ash Green” Facebook page for more details soon – see you there!!
If you are in need of prayer, help or support of any kind please do get in touch with a member of the ministry team – please see the Ash Church Website: https://www.ash-church.org.uk/

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Friday 28th November 2025

Issue 2343

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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Friday 28th November

  • Appeal following damage at Ashford cemetery
  • Witnesses sought to serious assault in Maidstone
  • Fatal collision on the M20 near Lenham
  • CCTV appeal after report of attempted robbery at Chatham shop
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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Thursday 27th November

 Has links to Gravesend, Maidstone and Canterbury.

 Has links to Birchington, Ramsgate, Margate and London.

 He has links to Rochester, Chatham and Maidstone.

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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Thursday 27th November

  • Essex car thieves caught following police pursuit from Swanley
  • Stolen quad bike returned in Tunbridge Wells after quick response
  • Second suspect charged with stealing from pensioner with dementia
  • Jail sentences following violent Canterbury attack
  • Serial Medway shoplifter jailed after breaching court order
  • Five men charged following robbery in Strood
  • Drivers face fines for reversing on hard shoulder on A2 after serious collision
  • Officers tackling vehicle thefts in Dartford and Gravesham
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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Thursday 27th November

  • PCC Awards £88,031.86 to Community Projects
  • PCC Criticises Rural Crime Strategy for Silence on Waste Crime
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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Wednesday 26th November

  • Notification
  • Fire at hotel accommodation in Chatham
  • Lorry alight on M20 between junction 6 and 7
  • House fire in Rochester
  • Car fire in Minster, Ramsgate
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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Monday 24th November

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Thursday 27th November

  • 26 November – River Island pink bucket bandbag recalled due to ‘serious chemical risk’
  • 26 November – Power banks sold via Amazon recalled due to fire risk
  • Get more from tech
  • 26 November – Blue Diamond Garden Centres recalls Gingerbread Figures due to choking hazard
  • Bring your garden to life
  • 26 November – Two Belkin power banks recalled due to fire risk
  • 26 November – Product Recall for Careline Pendant Alarm due to strangulation risk
  • 25 November – Angel Hair Pistachio Chocolate because of undeclared peanut and sesame
  • 24 November – Tesco recalls Celery, Fruit and Nut Salad due to allergy risk
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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Thursday 27th November

  • Recall: Asda 10 Mini Duck Spring Rolls with Hoisin Dip
  • Safety Report: John Lewis & Partners 2-Seater and 3-Seater Slider Sofas
  • Recall: STIHL Cordless Lawnmower
  • Recall: Dideep Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (sold via Wish)
  • Recall: ESR HaloLock Wireless Power Banks (sold via Amazon)
  • Safety Report: Blueque Nail Dust Collector (sold via Amazon)
  • Recall: River Island Pink Floral Heat Seal Droplet Bucket Handbag
  • Safety Report: Treehole Beading Game (sold via Amazon)
  • Safety Report: Intelligent 6-Port USB Charger (sold via Amazon)
  • Safety Report: Floor Lamp LDDUK-WRD-BK (sold via Amazon)
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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Thursday 27th November

  • Asda recalls Asda 10 Mini Duck Spring Rolls with Hoisin Dip because of incorrect use by date
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Click for The Food Standards Agency Allergy alerts Webpage

Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Tuesday 25th November

  • Dimark Limited recalls Veira Dream of Angel Hair Pistachio Chocolate because of undeclared peanut and sesame
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Checked : Friday 28th November. Updated : Friday 28th November

  • Swanscombe, A226 Galley Hill Rd: Road is closed due to carriageway collapse/water leak. Local diversion route in place. Expect delays in the surrounding areas.

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Drivers Urged To Find New Cover After Premier Insurance Goes Into Administration

Thousands of customers must arrange a new policy by 1 December

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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Car Lights At Night: How To Reduce Headlight Glare

As drivers complain about being dazzled on the road, the government plans to address headlight glare in its Road Safety Strategy

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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‘A Hacker Scammed My Friends On Instagram With Fake Oasis Tickets’

Social media hacking is on the rise – find out how to stay safe

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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The Biggest Scams Of 2025

What was big this year and what to watch out for in 2026

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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Which? Finds Scam Social Media Accounts Posing As Zara, Asos, Vinted, Evri And Others

Fake customer service accounts trick people into sharing sensitive details

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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Fake Facebook Competitions Linked To Subscription Traps, Warns Which?

Dodgy Facebook users promote bogus deals that con you with expensive subscriptions to random websites – we explain how to get your money back

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.


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Sevenoaks

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued:
If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Brasted, Chevening and Sundridge
Station Road
in Brasted		 Between 18:00 on Tuesday 25th of November and 07:00 on Wednesday 26th of November. Somebody stole both number plates from a Nissan Qashqai parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/203406/25
Cowden and Hever
Spode Lane
in Cowden		 Between 16:30 on Monday 24th of November and 08:00 on Tuesday 25th of November. Somebody broke into a garage at a business property. They stole tools.
Crime Report No. 46/202836/25
Hever Road
in Hever		 On Sunday 23rd of November between 21:45 and 22:15. Somebody broke into a barn. They do not appear to have taken anything.
Crime Report No. 46/202410/25
Horse Shoe Green
in Hever		 Between 18:00 on Monday 24th of November and 04:00 on Tuesday 25th of November. Somebody broke into a business property. They stole drills and a grease gun.
Crime Report No. 46/202485/25
Crockenhill and Well Hill
Woodmount
in Crockenhill		 Between Sunday 23rd of November and Monday 24th of November. Somebody tried to break into a residential property.
Crime Report No. 46/202447/25
Tylers Green Road
in Crockenhill		 On Tuesday 25th of November around 04:13. Somebody damaged a Jaguar parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/202698/25
Well Hill
in Shoreham		 Between 03:00 on Wednesday 19th of November and 19:00 on Saturday 22nd of November. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep.
Crime Report No. 46/202109/25
Edenbridge South and West
Crouch House Road
in Edenbridge		 On Wednesday 22nd of October around 06:10. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep.
Crime Report No. 46/202003/25
Norman Court
in Edenbridge		 On Monday 24th of November between 01:00 and 01:50. Somebody stole both number plates from a vehicle parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/202133/25
Sevenoaks Eastern
Holly Bush Lane
in Sevenoaks		 On Monday 24th of November between 06:00 and 10:09. Somebody stole both number plates from a vehicle parked in the road. This is a repeat crime.
Crime Report No. 46/202209/25
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
St. Botolphs Avenue
in Sevenoaks		 On Thursday 13th of November between 07:45 and 20:30. Somebody tried to steal a Piaggio Vespa 50 moped from a car park.
Crime Report No. 46/201863/25
Swanley St Mary’s
St. Marys Road
in Swanley		 On Friday 21st of November between 22:00 and 23:00. Somebody stole a bag accidently left inside a venue.
Crime Report No. 46/202150/25
Hart Dyke Road
in Swanley		 On Sunday 23rd of November between 21:00 and 21:41. Somebody stole the rear number plate from a vehicle parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/202024/25
Westerham and Crockham Hill
Puddledock Lane
in Westerham		 Between 14:00 on Sunday 23rd of November and 11:00 on Tuesday 25th of November. Somebody broke into out building at a residential property. They do not appear to have taken anything.
Crime Report No. 46/202846/25

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Issue 2341

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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Thursday 20th November

  • Appeal following damage at Ashford cemetery
  • Witnesses sought after a woman was spat on in Tunbridge Wells
  • Appeal following Canterbury assault
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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Wednesday 19th November

 Has links to Margate as well as Medway, Gravesend and Greenhithe, Dartford.

 Has links to Faversham and Sittingbourne.

 Has links to Medway and Maidstone, London, Surrey and Manchester.

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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Thursday 20th November

  • Safer Business Week sees 38 arrests across north Kent
  • Swansea man jailed after driving to north Kent to meet a child
  • Maidstone drug dealer hid drugs behind tree
  • Suspect charged following serious assault on Romney Marsh
  • Arrest made after reported Rainham sexual assault
  • County lines dealer jailed for three years after Gillingham arrest
  • Suspected rural burglars swiftly charged – Ashford
  • Rapid response leads to Sittingbourne delivery van theft arrests
  • Jail for arsonist who torched seven vehicles in one night – Folkestone
  • Allegations that bogus care worker stole from vulnerable pensioner
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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Thursday 20th November

  • Staying well in older age
  • Advisory group set up to put people at the heart of NHS decision making
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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Thursday 20th November

  • Bedroom fire in Sevenoaks
  • Boat fire in Queenborough
  • Bedroom fire in Kennington, Ashford
  • Kitchen fire in Maidstone
  • Notification
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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Thursday 20th November

  • Kent celebrates 23,000th pothole repair as part of major roads reform
  • Kent County Council signs £50m-a-year highways contract to keep Kent moving
  • 2025 Dementia Friendly Kent Awards launched to celebrate local heroes
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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Monday 17th November

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Tuesday 18th November

  • Seasonal jobseekers warned to stay alert for scams in the approach to the festive season
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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Monday 17th November

There are no new headlines today but you can still use the link to access the webpage.

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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Tuesday 18th November

  • Beware of winter fuel payment scams
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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Thursday 20th November

  • Recall: Hapello Sensory Roller (sold by Asda)
  • Safety Report: Joyin Mini Plush Animal Set (sold via Amazon)
  • Safety Report: 8 Port Fast Charger BK318-4A4C
  • Safety Report: Mini Folding Washing Machine DKS1202 (sold via Amazon)
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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Thursday 20th November

  • Flapjackery recalls Mince Pie Crumble Flapjack products because of undeclared almonds (nuts)
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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Friday 21st November

  • Swanscombe, A226 Galley Hill Rd: Road is closed due to carriageway collapse/water leak. Local diversion route in place. Expect delays in the surrounding areas.
  • Sittingbourne, A2 West Street: Westbound carriageway closure in place from 19th November (09:30) at St Michaels Road junction for Southern Water main repair works. Diversion via A2 St Michaels Road, Crown Quay Lane, Eurolink Way, …
  • Loose/Linton, A229 Linton Road: Temporary traffic lights in place from 13:30 today (20th November) at Linton crossroads (A229 Linton Road/B2163 Heath Road) for South East Water leak repair works. Expect delays in the area.

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Are We Becoming Too Reliant On AI Search?

More of us than ever are using these tools, but our testing shows they’re not always accurate and reliable

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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Can You Trust AI? ChatGPT And Other AI Chatbots Put To The Test

We’re increasingly relying on AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini to search for information online. However, they’re making basic mistakes and giving overconfident, even risky advice

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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4 Ways Scammers Exploit Black Friday

Fraudsters are always on the lookout for ways to part you with your money

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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I Want To Remove My Personal Information From Google – How Do I Do It?

If search results are revealing more than you’d like, our experts explain how to remove your personal details and regain control of your data

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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Warning: Your Computer Doesn’t Protect You From Phishing

Find out why we were were disappointed in the security offered by Windows Defender and macOS, and how it compares to free and paid-for antivirus in our tests

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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Hundreds Of Potentially Deadly Items Found On Online Marketplaces

A tool developed by Which? found almost 800 ‘serious’ and ‘high risk’ products for sale on Amazon, eBay and AliExpress among others

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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Please Find Attached 5 Current Frauds Alerts For Kent.

Please feel free to share with family and friends and via any social media etc.

Click HERE for full details on the Kent Fraud Alert System website.


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Sevenoaks

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Checked : Friday 21st November. Updated : Wednesday 19th November

  • Council agrees next step for Darent Valley nature restoration
  • Meet the Council’s new Leader
  • Council pays tribute to Darren Kitchener
We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued:
If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Edenbridge North and East
Heron Close
in Edenbridge		 On Monday 17th of November around 20:35. Somebody damaged the front door of a residential property. This is a repeat crime.
Crime Report No. 46/198931/25
Fawkham and West Kingsdown
Vernon Close
in West Kingsdown		 On Monday 17th of November around 02:27. Somebody damaged the front door of a residential property.
Crime Report No. 46/199231/25
Oaklands Close
in West Kingsdown		 On Monday 17th of November around 22:43. Somebody stole a vehicle, M3***, from a driveway.
Crime Report No. 46/198214/25
Hartley and Hodsoll Street
Rosemary Lane
in Ash-cum-Ridley		 Between 08:00 on Wednesday 12th of November and 10:00 on Friday 14th of November. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep.
Crime Report No. 46/198660/25
Kemsing
Childsbridge Lane
in Kemsing		 Between 15:15 on Thursday 13th of November and 22:15 on Friday 14th of November. Somebody stole a recently delivered parcel from a doorstep.
Crime Report No. 46/199153/25
Otford and Shoreham
Tudor Drive
in Otford		 On Monday 17th of November between 00:01 and 23:59. Somebody slashed the tyres of a Ford Transit parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/199057/25
Tudor Drive
in Otford		 Between 18:00 on Monday 17th of November and 07:30 on Tuesday 18th of November. Somebody broke into a Ford Transit parked in the road. Tools were stolen.
Crime Report No. 46/199037/25
Seal and Weald
Godden Green
in Seal		 Between 08:00 on Thursday 13th of November and 12:00 on Saturday 15th of November. Somebody broke into a shed at a residential property. Item stolen.
Crime Report No. 46/197812/25
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
London Road
in Sevenoaks		 Between 00:01 on Friday 14th of November and 23:59 on Saturday 15th of November. Somebody stole BT cable from a building.
Crime Report No. 46/199122/25
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village
Azalea Drive
in Swanley		 On Tuesday 18th of November between 08:15 and 15:04. Somebody stole a black BMW motorbike, LF69***, from a car park.
Crime Report No. 46/199014/25
Westerham and Crockham Hill
London Road
in Westerham		 On Monday 17th of November around 19:36. Somebody in a silver Honda Jazz stole fuel from a petrol station.
Crime Report No. 46/198990/25

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Issue 2340

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Checked : Tuesday 18th November. Updated : Monday 17th November

  • Missing teenage girl from Medway
  • Alleged racial abuse involving motorists in centre of Tunbridge Wells
  • CCTV appeal following robbery at Maidstone petrol station
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Checked : Tuesday 18th November. Updated : Monday 17th November

  • Drugs, counterfeit money and weapons seized during operation in Medway
  • Jail for thief who racially abused shop workers in Canterbury
  • Violent robber jailed for assaulting a security guard in Staplehurst
  • Tonbridge patrols track down suspected shop thief with hammer
  • Drug dealing arrest made after officers spot bad driving in Sheppey
  • Five arrested after stolen motorcycles seized from Maidstone garden
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Checked : Tuesday 18th November. Updated : Monday 17th November

  • Bungalow fire in Whitstable
  • Car fire in Maidstone
  • House fire in East Peckham
  • Shed fire in Gravesend
  • Kitchen fire in Ashford
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Checked : Tuesday 18th November. Updated : Monday 17th November

  • Morrisons scam ad
  • Loft insulation scams
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Checked : Tuesday 18th November. Updated : Monday 17th November

  • 14 November – Product recall for Matalan dungarees, rompers and sweater sets due injury risk
  • 14 November – Recall for Spooktacular Creations Halloween costumes sold on Amazon
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Checked : Tuesday 18th November. Updated : Friday 14th November

  • Recall: Mercury Marine Gen 2 DTS and Avator Controls
  • Recall: Spooktacular Creations Red Skull Reaper Costume
  • Recall: Spooktacular Creations Brown Zombie Costume
  • Recall: Matalan Dungarees, Rompers and Sweater Sets
  • Safety Report: Ultra-Thin Design Home Ceiling Light
  • Safety Report: Silver Expandable Blue and Pink Butterfly Ring
  • Safety Report: Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 Smart Watches
  • Safety Report: Google Pixel 4a Smartphone
  • Safety Report: Google Pixel 6a Smartphone
  • Safety Report: THISS (SZYDZS) Technology Co Ltd Charger
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Checked : Tuesday 18th November. Updated : Tuesday 18th November

  • Swanscombe, A226 Galley Hill Rd: Road is closed due to carriageway collapse/water leak. Local diversion route in place. Expect delays in the surrounding areas.
  • Maidstone, Staceys Street: Road blocked at Staceys Street Roundabout due to a vehicle fire. Kent Fire and Rescue at scene. Local diversions in place. Expect delays in the surrounding area.

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Pet-proof Your Christmas: Festive Foods You Should Never Feed Your Pets

Avoid an expensive emergency trip to the vet this Christmas by keeping your cats and dogs away from these dangerous foods and winter hazards

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Latest Alerts From Kent Trading Standards

Looking for a safe, local trader to do work in your home or garden?

Click HERE for full details on the KCC Public Protection website.


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Sevenoaks

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Checked : Tuesday 18th November. Updated : Monday 17th November

  • Council considers lease for solar farm

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued:
If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Crockenhill and Well Hill
Parkgate Road
in Crockenhill		 Between 00:01 on Friday 7th of November and 08:00 on Wednesday 12th of November. Somebody tried to steal a vehicle parked at a residential property. Damage was caused.
Crime Report No. 46/195452/25
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Aisher Way
in Riverhead		 Between 08:30 on Tuesday 11th of November and 08:15 on Thursday 13th of November. Somebody stole clothing from a clothing bank.
Crime Report No. 46/195931/25
Edenbridge North and East
Enterprise Way
in Edenbridge		 Between 00:01 on Thursday 2nd of October and 09:56 on Wednesday 12th of November. Somebody stole laptops from inside a business property.
Crime Report No. 46/195440/25
High Street
in Edenbridge		 On Tuesday 11th of November between 10:30 and 12:30. Somebody damaged a vehicle parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/195233/25
Church Street
in Edenbridge		 On Thursday 13th of November around 13:12. Somebody damaged a Hyundai parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/196620/25
Edenbridge South and West
Hever Road
in Edenbridge		 On Tuesday 11th of November between 12:00 and 21:00. Somebody stole both number plates from a Fiat 500 parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/195333/25
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
Sparepenny Lane
in Farningham		 On Thursday 13th of November between 07:00 and 20:00. Somebody smashed a window of a Nissan parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/196667/25
Esparto Way
in Horton Kirby and South Darenth		 Between 22:00 on Tuesday 11th of November and 08:00 on Wednesday 12th of November. Somebody stole the front number plate from a vehicle parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/195683/25
Fawkham and West Kingsdown
Ashen Grove Road
in West Kingsdown		 Between 05:00 on Monday 3rd of November and 10:30 on Monday 10th of November. Somebody broke into a summer house at a residential property.
Crime Report No. 46/195251/25
Hextable
Rowhill Road
in Hextable		 Between Wednesday 5th of November and Thursday 6th of November. Somebody damaged the glass in patio doors of a residential property.
Crime Report No. 46/195437/25
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
Bradbourne Park Road
in Sevenoaks		 On Wednesday 12th of November between 07:30 and 15:15. Somebody broke into a vehicle parked in the road and stole two tool bags, a drill bag and drill.
Crime Report No. 46/195936/25
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village
Beechenlea Lane
in Swanley		 On Tuesday 11th of November between 19:00 and 23:24. Somebody stole a black Maserati Levante, LT19***, from a secure business site.
Crime Report No. 46/195671/25
Swanley St Mary’s
Waterton
in Swanley		 On Wednesday 12th of November between 00:01 and 07:30. Somebody damaged the ring doorbell of a residential property.
Crime Report No. 46/195399/25
Swanley White Oak
Northview
in Swanley		 Between 16:00 on Tuesday 11th of November and 09:00 on Wednesday 12th of November. Somebody smashed a window of a Mercedes E350 parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/195361/25
Pucknells Close
in Swanley		 On Thursday 13th of November around 20:05. Somebody stole a motorbike, LY72***, from a driveway.
Crime Report No. 46/196252/25

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  • Missing girl from Tunbridge Wells
  • Appeal following collision in Ramsgate
  • CCTV appeal following damage to Ashford cricket ground
  • Missing man from Maidstone
  • Missing teenage girl from Folkestone
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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Thursday 6th November

  • Two men charged in Chatham murder investigation
  • Jail for Canterbury drug dealer stopped with weapon and over 100 wraps in car
  • Swift justice for Folkestone pub plunderer
  • Violent rapist from Rainham sentenced to 15 years in prison
  • Patrols track down suspected bike thief in Tunbridge Wells
  • Class A drugs sniffed out by Police Dog Tilly
  • Sleeping drug dealers handcuffed in their beds
  • Sheerness man jailed for more than two years after bottle attack
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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Thursday 6th November

  • Caravan fire in St Nicholas at Wade, Birchington
  • House fire in Gillingham
  • Notification
  • Undergrowth alight in Weald, Sevenoaks
  • Fire in an industrial building in Ramsgate
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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Thursday 6th November

  • “Six months in, we are clear in what we stand for and what we want to achieve, and we take a ‘Kent-first’ approach for residents”
  • Major Counterfeiting Operation Dismantled in Dartford
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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Tuesday 4th November

  • ‘Goat Agency’ scam text
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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Thursday 6th November

  • Fake charity appeals warning after Caribbean hurricane
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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Thursday 6th November

  • 5 November – Lidl recalls ‘unsafe’ cashews that may contain glass
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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Thursday 6th November

  • Safety Report: Electric Motorbike
  • Safety Report: Gicinu Electric Bicycle
  • Safety Report: Earthsound Plush Bear
  • Recall: Lidl GB – Simply Roasted and Salted Cashews
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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Thursday 6th November

  • Poundland & Dealz recalls The Tasty Snack Co. Roasted and Salted Cashews because of the possible presence of glass
  • Lidl GB recalls Simply Roasted and Salted Cashews because of the possible presence of glass
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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Friday 7th November

  • Swanscombe, A226 Galley Hill Rd: Road is closed due to carriageway collapse/water leak. Local diversion route in place. Expect delays in the surrounding areas.

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Scam Alert: Fraudsters Impersonate Lidl In A Series Of Fake Ads

Which? found 49 adverts appearing on Facebook and Instagram

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

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My Computer Keeps Crashing – What Should I Do?

If your PC is freezing and making everyday tasks a struggle, our experts can help you troubleshoot and get it running smoothly again

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.


Road Works

Sevenoaks

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Checked : Friday 7th November. Updated : Tuesday 4th November

  • Free Christmas Parties for older people!
We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued:
If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Aisher Way
in Riverhead		 Between 14:00 on Thursday 30th of October and 14:00 on Sunday 2nd of November. Somebody stole an item from a Vauxhall Meriva All parked in a store car park.
Crime Report No. 46/189332/25
Edenbridge North and East
High Street
in Edenbridge		 On Tuesday 4th of November around 15:52. Two people on bicycles smashed a window of a Mazda parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/190505/25
Hartley and Hodsoll Street
Manor Drive
in Hartley		 Between 11:00 on Tuesday 28th of October and 18:00 on Saturday 1st of November. Somebody stole a green wheelie bin from outside a residential property
Crime Report No. 46/190334/25
Hextable
Plantation Road
in Hextable		 On Friday 31st of October around 18:51. Somebody tried to damage a residential property.
Crime Report No. 46/189339/25
Sevenoaks Eastern
Holmesdale Road
in Sevenoaks		 Between 00:01 on Saturday 1st of November and 23:59 on Sunday 2nd of November. Somebody stole machinery from a work site.
Crime Report No. 46/189848/25
Sevenoaks Northern
Otford Road
in Sevenoaks		 On Friday 31st of October around 22:45. Somebody broke into an outbuilding at a residential property. They stole power tools and other unknown items.
Crime Report No. 46/189696/25
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
Bradbourne Park Road
in Sevenoaks		 On Friday 31st of October between 06:30 and 19:00. Somebody tried to break into a vehicle parked in a car park.
Crime Report No. 46/189856/25
London Road
in Sevenoaks		 On Tuesday 4th of November around 10:52. Somebody stole a bicycle from where it was secured outside the chemist.
Crime Report No. 46/190370/25
Swanley White Oak
Hilda May Avenue
in Swanley		 On Sunday 2nd of November between 21:00 and 21:12. Somebody smashed a window at a residential property.
Crime Report No. 46/189674/25

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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Tuesday 14th October

  • Missing man from Tonbridge
  • Missing teenager from Ashford
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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Monday 13th October

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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Monday 13th October

  • Child rapist injected victim with drugs
  • Two arrested following vehicle theft and pursuit in Faversham and Canterbury
  • Sheppey man jailed for sexual assault on a child
  • Shoplifter jailed after breaching court order not to enter Ashford shops
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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Monday 13th October

  • Notification
  • Fire in a commercial property in Dartford
  • Electrical fire in Broadstairs
  • Woodland alight in Chatham
  • Caravan alight in Canterbury
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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Monday 13th October

  • ‘New Beginnings’ for Gravesend Adult Education Centre
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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Monday 13th October

  • WhatsApp Gold scam and Martinelli
  • Apple impersonation text
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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Monday 13th October

  • 11 October – Aldi recalls Gianni’s Cheeky Monkey Ice Cream
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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Monday 13th October

  • Recall: Aldi’s Cheeky Monkey Ice Cream
  • Safety Report: BRANDONN Baby Sleeping Bag
  • Safety Report: Stage Lights
  • Safety Report: Angel Cosmetics Clairmen Lightening Program for Men
  • Safety Report: Rontaly 12v Cordless Combi Drill
  • Safety Report: Inflatable Hammer Toys
  • Safety Report: First Kick Baby Sleeping Bag
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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Saturday 11th October

  • Aldi recalls Gianni’s Cheeky Monkey Ice Cream because of undeclared wheat (gluten)
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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Tuesday 14th October

  • Swanscombe, A226 Galley Hill Rd: Road is closed due to carriageway collapse/water leak. Local diversion route in place. Expect delays in the surrounding areas.
  • Maidstone, A26 Tonbridge Road: Temporary traffic lights in place near Bower Place junction until 9th October for SGN gas works. Expect delays in the area. Allow extra time for your journey.
  • Tovil, B2010 Dean Street: Road closed from 6th – 17th October between the junctions with Burial Ground Road and Lower Road due to emergency SGN leak repair works. …
  • Sittingbourne, A2 Dover Street: Lane closure in place (Left turn lane into West Street) until 20th October for Southern Water works. Expect delays in the surrounding areas. Allow extra time for your journey.

 

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How To Protect Your Home As Burglaries Rise

Last October saw more than 15,000 burglaries recorded across England and Wales

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

 

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‘I Got Scammed While Applying For A Travel Visa’

I applied for a visa to visit Canada on what looked to be the genuine Canadian government website. However, on putting in my bank details, I was immediately contacted by my bank alerting me to the fact that it was a scam.

Click HERE for full details on the Consumers’ Association (Which?) website.

 

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Latest Alerts From Kent Trading Standards

We’ve received reports of doorstep criminals targeting residents in Canterbury, Ramsgate and Whitstable

Click HERE for full details on the KCC Public Protection website.

 


Road Works

Sevenoaks

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Checked : Tuesday 14th October. Updated : Monday 13th October

  • Opportunity for the community come together

 

We have logged these crimes since the previous newsletter was issued:
If you have information about any of these crimes, please phone Kent Police on 101 and quote the Crime Report No.
Cowden and Hever
Cowden Pound
in Cowden		 On Thursday 9th of October around 17:37. Two males broke into a vehicle causing damage, but were disturbed.
Crime Report No. 46/175701/25
Dunton Green and Riverhead
Mill Road
in Dunton Green		 Between 15:00 on Friday 3rd of October and 09:15 on Wednesday 8th of October. Somebody stole wiring from an electrical unit, in a car park of a business.
Crime Report No. 46/174716/25
Farningham, Horton Kirby and South Darenth
Horton Road
in Horton Kirby and South Darenth		 Between 00:01 on Monday 6th of October and 23:59 on Tuesday 7th of October. Somebody smashed a window of a vehicle parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/176234/25
East Hill
in Horton Kirby and South Darenth		 On Thursday 9th of October around 16:48. Two males stole a motorbike from outside a residential property.
Crime Report No. 46/175641/25
Fawkham and West Kingsdown
London Road
in West Kingsdown		 On Wednesday 8th of October around 20:18. Somebody in a Range Rover stole fuel from a petrol station.
Crime Report No. 46/175082/25
Sevenoaks Town and St John’s
St. Jamess Road
in Sevenoaks		 Between 18:30 on Wednesday 8th of October and 08:18 on Thursday 9th of October. Somebody stole a black Mercedes S350 Auto, FP14***, from the road.
Crime Report No. 46/175303/25
London Road
in Sevenoaks		 Between 18:00 on Thursday 9th of October and 06:00 on Friday 10th of October. Somebody broke into a business and stole cables.
Crime Report No. 46/176064/25
Swanley White Oak
Alder Way
in Swanley		 On Saturday 4th of October between 17:00 and 21:30. Somebody stole both number plates from a Ford Mondeo parked in the road.
Crime Report No. 46/175343/25
Westerham and Crockham Hill
Dairy Lane
in Westerham		 On Thursday 9th of October between 16:00 and 17:00. Somebody broke into a vehicle and stole a rucksack and a wallet.
Crime Report No. 46/175722/25
London Road
in Westerham		 On Friday 10th of October around 10:30. Somebody stole fuel and caused damage at a petrol station.
Crime Report No. 46/175726/25

 

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