Food Standards Agency issues warning
The Food Standards Agency has issued a warning that a number of products have been found to contain Sudan IV, an illegal dye that can cause cancer.
2004-11-22 00:00:00
Festive fun at Sevenoaks Library
Children can get into the festive spirit in the run up to Christmas this year with a whole range of fun activities at Sevenoaks Library.
2004-11-22 00:00:00
Youngsters rewarded for positive action against drugs
Students from Bradbourne and Wildernesse schools in Sevenoaks are to be awarded with special certificates on Tuesday 23 November to mark their successful completion of the groundbreaking 'Cascade' scheme designed to help prevent substance misuse by young
2004-11-19 00:00:00
Council agrees challenging budget package
Sevenoaks District Council has agreed a challenging budget package intended to solve its finance problems without having a major effect on its key frontline services.
2004-11-18 00:00:00
Edenbridge and Swanley licensing seminars tell it straight
Residents, local publicans, restaurant managers and anyone who will be affected by the changes in licensing laws are invited to attend one of two special seminars, one at the Working Men's Club, Edenbridge on Wednesday 24 November and the other
2004-11-15 00:00:00
Council issues further warning on sale of green belt land
Sevenoaks District Council is issuing a further warning to people thinking about buying plots of land in the green belt for housing that such sites are unlikely gain planning permission.
2004-11-09 00:00:00
Recycling success helps West Kingsdown branch out
West Kingsdown is set to look a little greener when 25 new trees, which have been awarded by the recycling company Alupro, are planted along London Road.
2004-11-08 00:00:00
Recycling roadshow comes to Sevenoaks
Sevenoaks residents can enjoy a fun morning whilst finding out how they can improve their environment when a recycling roadshow comes to the town centre this coming Saturday 13 November.
2004-11-08 00:00:00
Road improvements in store
An extensive programme of road resurfacing is set to take place in November and December throughout Sevenoaks District.
2004-11-04 00:00:00
Chairman's engagements 5 to 17 November
Sevenoaks District Council's Chairman's engagements for 5 to 17 November are listed below. For more information or to attend any of these events please call Nick Mann on 01732 227162.
2004-11-04 00:00:00
Edenbridge residents step into health
To encourage Edenbridge residents to lead healthier and more active lifestyles, a new weekly health walk will be launched at 9.15am on Wednesday 10 November at Edenbridge Leisure Centre.
2004-11-03 00:00:00
Chairman backs poppy appeal
Sevenoaks District Council’s Chairman, Cllr Clive Bruce, is appealing to the local community for their generous support for the Royal British Legion’s ‘Poppy appeal’.
2004-11-02 00:00:00
Council tickled pink
Sevenoaks District Council's staff and Members 'wore it pink' last Friday (29 October 2004) to help raise money for the Breast Cancer Campaign.
2004-11-02 00:00:00
Cabinet proposes challenging budget
Sevenoaks District Council set its most challenging budget proposals to date intended to solve its finance problems without having a major effect on its key front line services.
2004-11-02 00:00:00
Council thinks pink for charity
Sevenoaks District Council's Members and staff will be 'wearing it pink' to help raise money for the Breast Cancer Campaign on Friday 29 October.
2004-10-26 00:00:00
Westerham Hill, Kent closed for emergency works
The A233 Westerham Hill in Kent will be closed from its junction with Beggars Lane to Tatsfield Lane from 10am today (Tuesday 26 October 2004).
2004-10-26 00:00:00
Taking an away day at Chartwell
A sample of delights that Sevenoaks District has to offer tourists will be on show in the picturesque setting of Chartwell, the former home of Winston Churchill, as part of a 'Get-to-know-you' day on Wednesday 27 October.
2004-10-25 00:00:00
Council issues green belt warning
With the site at Deer's Leap now fully cleared up, Sevenoaks District Council is sending out a warning that it will take all action necessary to ensure that the planning regulations in the green belt are enforced.
2004-10-20 00:00:00
Chairman's engagements 21 to 28 October
Sevenoaks District Council's Chairman's engagements for 21 to 28 October to are listed below. For more information or to attend any of these events please call Nick Mann on 01732 227162.
2004-10-20 00:00:00
Calling young clubbers from all 4 corners of Swanley
Young clubbers have another chance to dance all night and have a fantastic time at the next SNAP club night for young people being held at the Alexandra Suite, St Mary's Road, Swanley on Thursday 28 October.
2004-10-19 00:00:00
Housing issues on the agenda
Residents and representatives from local housing associations, health organisations, voluntary groups, social services and any other interested parties are being invited to join the Council to talk about important housing issues affecting Sevenoaks Distri
2004-10-19 00:00:00
Edenbridge to host own 'night of the living dead'
A scientific experiment goes horribly wrong, infection ravishes the population and zombies roam the earth - to find out what happens next make your way to the Edenbridge Centre on Thursday 21 October, where the premiere of the Edenbridge Youth Club's 20 m
2004-10-19 00:00:00
Cheats don't prosper
A resident of Halstead has learnt that cheats don't prosper after being prosecuted on Monday 11 October for claiming nearly £6,000 in benefits to which she was not entitled.
2004-10-12 00:00:00
KASH in and stay warm this winter
With the nights drawing in and the recent rise in fuel prices adding an estimated £73 annually to the average gas and electricity bill, there has never been a better time to save money and keep warm this winter by taking advantage of the KASH scheme
2004-10-12 00:00:00
Delays expected on A25 Sundridge
Drivers using the A25 through Sundridge, Kent are being asked to consider using an alternative route for the coming few days as they may experience delays due to emergency gas main repairs.
2004-10-11 00:00:00
Up for a grand by taking a stand
A total of thirteen residents who have taken community action over the last year have been put forward for the 'Taking a Stand' awards and are in with a chance of winning £1,000 towards improving their area.
2004-10-08 00:00:00
Chairman's engagements 9 to 20 October
Sevenoaks District Council's Chairman's engagements for 9 to 20 October are listed below. For more information or to attend any of these events please call Nick Mann on 01732 227162.
2004-10-07 00:00:00
Swanley pupils put their best foot forward
Swanley primary school children will be encouraged to walk to school during International Walk to School Week with free stepometers being given out by the Healthy Lifestyles Project.
2004-10-06 00:00:00
Planning page set to be a hit
Residents of Sevenoaks District can now request and pay for copies of a range of planning documents and the planning history of a property from 1948 online through the Council's website.
2004-10-05 00:00:00
Licensing seminar sells out
A seminar organised by Sevenoaks District Council that covers the new licensing laws has proved to be so popular that another session has been booked up for Monday 25 October.
2004-10-04 00:00:00
Voluntary groups invited to cash in on grants
Local voluntary and charitable organisations are being invited to apply for grant funding to help them with their work over the next financial year.
2004-09-29 00:00:00
Top children's poet comes to Sevenoaks
To celebrate National Poetry Day on 7 October, which this year has a theme of food, poet Justin Rhyme will be performing two events for local primary school children at Sevenoaks Library from 10.30am to 11.30am and 1.30pm to 2.30pm.
2004-09-29 00:00:00
PHOTOCALL - Top children's poet comes to Swanley
To celebrate National Poetry Day on 8 October, which this year has a theme of food, renowned children's poet Brian Moses will be holding 'Poetry and Percussion Parties' for local primary school children at Swanley Library and Information Centre.
2004-09-29 00:00:00
Chairman praises improvements for Knockholt's young people
To celebrate the completion of a new meeting shelter and equipment for young people at Knockholt recreation ground, Cllr Clive Bruce, Chairman of Sevenoaks District Council, has been invited by Knockholt Parish Council to present a plaque on Thursday 30 S
2004-09-29 00:00:00
Council causing a stir for charity
Sevenoaks District Council staff and Members have caused a stir and raised £254 for Macmillan Cancer Research as part of a nationwide coffee morning.
2004-09-28 00:00:00
Two years of healthy living in Swanley
Now at the end of its second year, the Swanley Healthy Lifestyles Project has helped over a thousand of the town's residents on the road to fitter and healthier lives.
2004-09-24 00:00:00
Customer-focussed planners win plaudits
Sevenoaks District Council's Planning service has been praised by central government for its accessibility to the public, with certain aspects for the service put forward as examples of good practice for other local authorities to follow.
2004-09-24 00:00:00
Transfer of White Oak Indoor Bowls Centre
Bowling in Swanley has a bright future, as the members of White Oak Indoor Bowls Centre are set to take over the running of the facility.
2004-09-24 00:00:00
Transfer of Hollybush Indoor Bowls Centre
Members of the Sevenoaks Indoor Bowls Club are set to take over the running of the Hollybush Indoor Bowls Centre.
2004-09-23 00:00:00
Sevenoaks District named the 'happiest' in Britain
Sevenoaks District has been named as the 'happiest' district in the country, with researchers finding that neighbourhoods with the highest levels of voluntary work have less crime, happier and healthier residents and better schools.
2004-09-21 00:00:00
Hextable Listening Day
The second of two Sevenoaks District Council listening days took place outside Hextable Village Stores on Saturday 18 September from 10.30am to 12.30pm.
2004-09-20 00:00:00
Brasted Listening Day
The first of two Sevenoaks District Council listening days took place on Brasted High Street this Saturday 11 September.
2004-09-13 00:00:00
Register to vote by telephone or online
From 17 September, voter registration forms are being sent to households throughout the area and this year Sevenoaks District Council is making it easier than ever for residents to respond.
2004-09-10 00:00:00
Record-breaking summer for Youth Zone
This summer has been a record-breaking one for the Council's Youth Zone van, with over 1,100 children and young people coming along to join in the fun and games. To celebrate the success, a display of some of the thousands of items that were made as part
2004-09-08 00:00:00
Council sets out new draft policy
After months of consultation, Sevenoaks District Council has produced its draft Statement of Licensing Policy, which sets out the policies that the Council will apply when granting licences in the future.
2004-09-06 00:00:00
Seminar to set licensing laws straight
Sevenoaks District Council is inviting local publicans, restaurant managers and anyone who will be affected by the changes in licensing laws to a special seminar on Tuesday 5 October in the Council Offices from 10am to 12 noon.
2004-09-06 00:00:00
SNAP up Verbalicious club night
Young clubbers are in for a treat this month as SNAP club nights return, with new kid on the block Verbalicious playing live at Sevenoaks Community Centre on Saturday 11 September.
2004-09-03 00:00:00
Weald weekend of fun for Swanley youngsters
Thirty young people from Swanley enjoyed three days of fun at Hall's Green Residential Centre in Sevenoaks Weald from Monday 23 August.
2004-09-02 00:00:00
Popular sessions return to White Oak Leisure Centre
Two popular keep fit sessions for Swanley residents, the 'Bums & Tums' and the '50+ keep fit' are returning to White Oak Leisure Centre from Tuesday 7 September.
2004-09-01 00:00:00
Chairman and Vice-Chairman's diary 3 to 12 September
Sevenoaks District Council's Chairman's and Vice-Chairman's engagements for 3 to 12 September are listed below. For more information or to attend any of these events please call Nick Mann on 01732 227162.
2004-09-01 00:00:00
Putting Swanley first
As part of an annual review, last year's Swanely - People First successes were discussed by Sevenoaks District Council.
2004-08-27 00:00:00
Community Safety successes
The Sevenoaks District Community Safety Partnership's future plans and some 80 projects that have taken place in the last year to tackle crime and the fear of crime were discussed last night by the Council's Cabinet (26 August 2004).
2004-08-27 00:00:00
Walk away with a healthy lifestyle
Swanley residents will have the chance to walk their way to a fitter lifestyle this autumn with a new free Healthy Walking Scheme that is starting on Tuesday 7 September.
2004-08-27 00:00:00
Government praises Council's recycling success
Sevenoaks District Council has been praised by Elliot Morley MP, the Minister for Environment, for exceeding its recycling targets and for its 'substantial commitment' to working towards a sustainable approach to waste management.
2004-08-27 00:00:00
Air your views at Brasted listening day
Councillors and officers from Sevenoaks District Council will be taking to the streets on Saturday 11 September to listen to the concerns of local people at a listening day in Brasted.
2004-08-27 00:00:00
A busy year for young people
The wide range of events and activities for young people, which took place over the past year, were discussed by Sevenoaks District Council's Cabinet at its meeting last night (Thursday 26 August).
2004-08-27 00:00:00
