Veitch Land is a designated Local Wildlife Site, home to diverse habitats & wildlife. ๐ We've recently had issues with off-road biking & litter. Please help protect this area by sticking to paths, reporting issues, and taking litter home. Thank you! ๐ฑ #Maidstone #NatureRecovery
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Just over 1 week to go until Business In Maidstone's International Women's Day celebration๐พ Maidstone Borough Council & Lets Do Business Group come together to deliver a day dedicated to celebrating local Women in Business. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/maidstone-...
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๐ฃ Exciting news! Independent traders & landlords can apply for ยฃ5K-ยฃ10K grants via our Shopfront Improvement Scheme! Priority for conservation areas. Apps close 27 Feb 2026. More info: ๐ maidstone.gov.uk/home/primary... ๐ฉ ShopfrontImprovement@maidstone.gov.uk #Funding
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Make sure you don't miss the Lunar New Year celebrations today (21 Feb) at Jubilee Square! ๐ฎ ๐ 12:00 - 14:30
There will be vibrant performances, traditional music, and the spectacular dotting of the eyes ceremony that awakens the Chinese Lions. ๐ ๐ www.visitmaidstone.com/whats-on/lun...
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Letโs keep recycling happy in Kent! ๐ Remember to toss it in looseโno plastic bags, pleaseโ
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Empty items
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Drop in the bin, loose
Loose = sortable = recyclable! #ShakeItOut
More info ๐ www.kent.gov.uk/shakeitout #kentcoubtycouncil #greenerkent #recyclenow
20.02.2026 09:00 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 1 ๐ 0
The Government is consulting on future council services in Kent! We support Option 3a, a three-unitary council model that aligns with #KentPolice, #KentFireandRescue, and NHS boundaries for better collaboration. Share your thoughts: www.gov.uk/government/c...
19.02.2026 09:38 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
What a fantastic day! ๐๐ Creative Maidstone's half-term event with Gianna Pollero was a hit! Families enjoyed a lively reading of Monster Doughnuts and monster-themed crafts! ๐พโ๏ธโจ Big thanks to everyone who joined us! ๐ซ #MonsterDoughnuts #HalfTermFun #BookEvent
18.02.2026 09:00 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
๐ Mayoral Monday!
Join Cllr Martin Round as he discusses mental health and his commitment to raising awareness of this complex and challenging issue.
#mentalhealth #mayoralmonday #awareness
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๐ณ Calling all young content creators! Capture the beauty of spring in the Bearsted Woodland Trust competition! ๐ผ
Submit your ๐ธ photo with a caption or ๐น short reel by May 31, 2026 for a chance to win ยฃ75! All details here ๐ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#BearstedWoodlandTrust
15.02.2026 09:30 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
๐จ FREE 210L rainwater harvesting sets for households in Town Centre, Parkwood & Shepway vulnerable to flooding! ๐ง๏ธ
Benefits:๐ง Reduce flooding ๐ฑ Thrive gardens ๐ Ease mains pressure ๐ท Lower bills ๐ Support climate action
Claim yours ๐ news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/20... #Maidstone
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Stay in the loop with Maidstone Museum! ๐๏ธ
Maidstone Museum is launching a new newsletter filled with news, exclusives, and events. Don't miss out, subscribe today! ๐ bit.ly/mbcsubscribe
#MaidstoneMuseum #Newsletter #Subscribe
12.02.2026 18:00 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
The Government is consulting on the future of council services.
With #FolkestoneHythe, #Sevenoaks, #TunbridgeWells and Tonbridge & Malling, we support Option 3a โ three unitary councils.
Big enough to make a difference, small enough to care.
Have your say: bit.ly/lgrconsultat...
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A major clean-up is underway after several large flyโtipping incidents across the borough. Waste in Yelstead Lane alone will cost over ยฃ5,000 to clear.
Working with Kent Police, three arrests were made on 9 Feb and a vehicle has been seized.
๐ news.maidstone.gov.uk/home/news/20...
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Swift Boxes Update! All our free swift nest boxes are claimed! ๐ Itโs amazing to see your commitment to protecting our local wildlife. Installation starts soon, creating vital nesting spaces for these incredible birds. Stay tuned for updates! ๐๏ธ #SwiftBoxes
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Proud to support #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek with Place2Be! ๐ This year's theme, "This Is My Place," focuses on self-acceptance and belonging. Together, we create spaces for young people to thrive in Maidstone! ๐ #MentalHealthMatters #YouthEmpowerment
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๐ Exciting news! Our upgraded changing rooms at Lockmeadow Health Club are now open! Thanks to council investment, enjoy a brighter, modern experience. ๐ Check out the new facilities: ๐ www.maidstoneleisure.com/lockmeadow-h... #Lockmeadow #Maidstone #Leisure #HealthClub
08.02.2026 09:00 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
Your councils are changing!
Government ministers want councils in Kent and Medway to work in a different way.
The government has launched a consultation based on a series of options suggested by Kent's existing councils.
www.gov.uk/government/c...
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๐ฃ๏ธ Time to Talk Day is on 5 Feb 2026! Let's have the big conversations that matter. ๐
Need support?๐ mind.org.uk/TimeToTalkDa
Need to speak? ๐ www.mind.org.uk/information-...
Want more info? ๐ www.mind.org.uk/information-...
Help in Kent? ๐ www.kent.gov.uk/social-care-...
#timetotalkday
05.02.2026 08:30 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
โก๐ฐ Cut your energy bills this winter! Join us for the final tips from Maidstone Borough Council. Today's focus: window insulation with film & tape. Small changes = big savings! #SaveMoney #EnergyBills #SustainableSolutions #MaidstoneBoroughCouncil
04.02.2026 16:31 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
๐ฃ Exciting news! Independent traders & landlords can apply for ยฃ5K-ยฃ10K grants via our Shopfront Improvement Scheme! Priority for conservation areas. Apps close 27 Feb 2026. More info: ๐ maidstone.gov.uk/home/primary... ๐ฉ ShopfrontImprovement@maidstone.gov.uk #Funding
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We're hiring a Customer Service Advisor! If you're passionate about helping people and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! ๐๐ฌ
๐ Maidstone | ๐ Full-time, 37 hours/week
๐ Apply now: ce0648li.webitrent.com/ce0648li_web...
#JobOpening #CustomerService #Maidstone
31.01.2026 10:30 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
The deadline to renew your postal vote is 31 JANUARY 2026! โ๏ธ
This is your last chance to renew your postal vote.
Renew online here ๐ gov.uk/apply-postal...
#postalvote #renewal #maidstoneboroughcouncil
29.01.2026 16:30 โ ๐ 0 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0
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