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Newington Fete 13 July
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceDON'T FORGET- this year's Village Fete will take place on Saturday 13 July starting at 1pm. There will be a Vintage Tea Room, Barbe...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 11 Jul 24 -
Updates from Citizens Advice Swale July 2024
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Citizens AdviceWhat can you do if a tradesperson doesn't carry out work to the expected standard? Can you challenge it? It’s always frustrati...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 4 Jul 24 -
Village Voice
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Mrs Wendy LicenceThe latest edition of the Village Voice has been published and can be found by clicking this link: Village Voice Paper editions will be pub...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 2 Jul 24 -
Temporary Road Closure - School Lane, Boxted Lane & Bricklands, Newington - 22nd July 2024
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: KCC HighwaysDue to works planned to be undertaken by ADH Groundworks Ltd, it will be necessary to close School Lane, Boxted Lane & Bricklands, Newin...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 1 Jul 24 -
M2 junction 5 improvement scheme – update
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: National HighwaysOvernight closures on the A249 We’ve updated our scheme webpage with details of some overnight closures coming up on the A249 that wi...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 28 Jun 24 -
Simple changes to make more of summer and save water
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: South East WaterWith higher temperatures here, we have some top tips for you to share with your communities on keeping cool, hydrated and those plants bloom...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 28 Jun 24 -
Kingsferry Bridge week long closure
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Network RailFirstly, we'd like to take this opportunity thank the people of Sheppey for their patience and understanding during the recent weekend c...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 28 Jun 24 -
Urgent Road Closure - Boxted Lane, Newington - 13th June 2024
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: KCC HighwaysIt will be necessary to close Boxted Lane, Newington from 13th June 2024 for up to 2 days. The road will be closed between the junctions...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 13 Jun 24 -
Stockbury Roundabout closures
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: National HighwaysWe’ve updated our scheme webpage with details of some overnight and a weekend closure of the Stockbury Roundabout. These will allow us...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 13 Jun 24 -
Urgent Road Closure - Bricklands, Newington - 17th June 2024
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: KCC HighwaysIt will be necessary to close Bricklands, Newington from 17th June 2024 for up to 1 day. The road will be closed between the junctions o...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 11 Jun 24 -
Household Support Fund- new funding available
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: KCC Household Support Fund TeamFunded by the Department for Work and Pensions on behalf of the UK government, the Household Support Fund scheme supports vulnerable Kent ho...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 7 Jun 24 -
Kingsferry Bridge closed this weekend
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Network RailThe Kingsferry Bridge is set to close for two weekends and two 8-day periods over June and July for emergency repairs and will close to moto...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 7 Jun 24 -
Updates from Citizens Advice Swale June 2024
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Swale Citizens AdviceVolunteers make up around 75% of our workforce, and range from young to retired, university students, part-time workers and jobseekers. We&...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 7 Jun 24 -
Overnight closures on the A249
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: National HighwaysWe’ve updated our scheme webpage with details of some overnight closures coming up on the A249. The first closure will be on Sunday 9...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 6 Jun 24 -
Police Surgery- Thursday 20th June
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicencePC Jez Chittim will be holding a surgery at The Cornerstone Cafe, St Mary’s Church, Newington from 10:00am to 12 noon on Thursday 20th...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 3 Jun 24 -
VACANCY FOR A CO-OPTED PARISH COUNCILLOR
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Mrs Wendy LicenceWould you like to make a difference to your local community? Would you like to assist in decisions that affect your community? If so why n...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 10 May 24 -
Off road dirt bikes
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Kent PoliceWe have had an increase in reports of dirt bikes being ridden along public roads, pavements and through woodlands and open spaces accessible...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 22 Apr 24 -
Cold calling scam
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceThere has been an increase of people knocking on doors and trying to sell property maintenance services such as roof/patio cleaning, particu...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 17 Apr 24 -
Courier Fraud
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Citizens AdviceKent Police has received a large number of reports for Courier Fraud across Kent Residents receive a call from the Police and they either n...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 12 Apr 24 -
UK Power Networks - Temporary Road Closure - Bull Lane, Newington - 26th April 2024
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: KCC HighwaysDue to works planned to be undertaken by UK Power Networks, it will be necessary to close part of Bull Lane, Newington from 26th April 2024,...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 11 Apr 24 -
New Waste Service Updates
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceThere are some delays with waste collections as Swale Borough Council moves to a new provider. Swale is sorry for any disruption caused. Upd...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 9 Apr 24 -
Planning Enforcement Strategy - Consultation
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Swale Borough CouncilWhat are we consulting on? Government guidance encourages all local planning authorities to publish an enforcement plan, and this should...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 26 Feb 24 -
Police report
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceThe latest Newsletter from Police Officer Jez Chittim is available and can be found here.
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 7 Feb 24 -
Breach Lane break in
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceOn Friday 26 January, there was a break in at some stables along Breach Lane, Upchurch. If anyone has any information of which may help with...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 29 Jan 24 -
Kent Together
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceIf you have money worries or are looking for ways you can make your money go further, we can help you to find your way through to the advice...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 20 Jan 24 -
Advice on Using E-Scooters
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceWhat is an e-scooter? Electrical scooters (also known as e-scooters) come under the category of “powered transporters”; this co...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 23 Dec 23 -
Land To The Rear Of Eden Meadow
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceApplication: 23/505365/OUT Land To The Rear Of Eden Meadow, Newington ME9 7JH Proposal: Outline planning application for up to 25no. reside...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 4 Dec 23 -
Burglary- London Road Newington
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceThere was a burglary in the afternoon of Saturday 14th October 2023 between 15:00 hours and midnight along London Road, Newington. Car keys ...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 17 Oct 23 -
Soccer School
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceBredhurt Junior Football Club Soccer School is on Saturday mornings for children aged 4 years to school Year 1 and take place at the Recreat...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 6 Oct 23 -
Speedwatch report
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceThe latest Speedwatch report is now available and can be found here- Speed Watch report. Newington Speedwatch needs more volunteers to help...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 26 Sep 23 -
Pond Farm update from Parish Council meeting 29 August
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceRef: 22/500275/OUT Land South Of London Road, Newington Proposal: Outline planning application for up to 135 dwellings with the retention ...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 4 Sep 23 -
Pond Farm Appeal decision
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceThe decision on Land South Of London Road has been published. The appeal is allowed and planning permission is granted for up to 135 dwellin...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 15 Aug 23 -
New Police Officer
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceThe Parish Council is pleased to welcome PC Jez Chittim who is the the beat officer for Newington and can be contacted by email [email protected]...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 5 Jul 23 -
21/504028/FULL Land At School Lane: Appeal Hearing
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceApplication: 21/504028/FULL Land At School Lane, Newington ME9 7JU Planning Inspectorate reference APP/V2255/W/22/3312284 Proposal: Erection...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 23 Jun 23 -
Newington Women's Institute
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceWe have a varied monthly programme which may include guest speakers, or craft activities, quizzes, competitions and a chance to natter to yo...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 12 Jun 23 -
Temporary closure of Public Footpath ZR38- 7 June 2023
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: KCC PROWKent County Council has made an Order the effect of which is to temporarily close Public Footpath ZR38 between London Road and Wickham Close...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 3 Jun 23 -
Table Tennis at Newington Village Hall
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Village GroupThe Sturdee and Newington Table Tennis Clubs would like to invite players to attend on Monday nights during the summer months of May, June a...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 3 May 23 -
Property Marking
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceMark your property to deter burglars A determined burglar can be difficult to discourage. Good-quality doors, windows and locks are excelle...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 3 May 23 -
20's Plenty bin stickers
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceThe Parish Council has acquired a number of wheelie bin self- adhesive stickers for bins within the 20mph zone. If your bin can be seen by...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 29 Apr 23 -
Southern Water update
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicencePlease click on link below for Southern Water's news release covering the recent bill announcement Southern Water
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 3 Feb 23 -
Newington tribute to the Late Her Majesty The Queen on Saturday 17 September
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceIn response to requests from many villagers for a public tribute to the late Queen, Newington History Group (NHG) is helping organise a shor...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 16 Sep 22 -
Newington Youth Club
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: ContributorNewington Youth Club is run from the Pavilion in the Recreational Ground, every Tuesday during term time. It runs from 4pm - 5.30pm and is o...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 14 Sep 22 -
The Passing of Her Majesty The Queen
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Wendy LicenceIt is with enormous sadness that Newington Parish Council learned of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and Councillors would like to express ...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 13 Sep 22 -
Promoting volunteering for the good of the community
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: WendyCommunity groups and charities, run by volunteers, are vital to making Swale the best it can be. Volunteering is both rewarding and fun for ...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 5 May 22 -
Swale Community and Voluntary Services
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: WendySwale Volunteer Car Scheme Can you help? If you are a car owner, why not become one of our Volunteer Drivers? By becoming one of our Volun...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 21 Apr 22 -
Swale Borough Council - Use of Electric Scooters is Illegal on Public Roads, Cycle Lanes and Pavements
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: WendySwale Borough Council urges electric scooter users to comply with the law by only using them on private land where they have permission to r...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 31 Mar 22 -
22/500275/OUT Land South Of London Road -Pond Farm
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: WendyApplication 22/500275/OUT Address: Land South Of London Road, Newington PROPOSAL: Outline planning application for up to 135 dwellings wi...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 7 Mar 22 -
Think WIDE(N) burglary prevention campaign launched
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: WendyOur research shows two thirds (67%) of people are worried about their home being broken into, yet there are simple, proven measures we can a...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 1 Mar 22 -
Air Quality Report
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: WendyNewington Parish Council has commissioned an independent report from the University of Kent Centre for Health Service Studies to examine the...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 20 Dec 21 -
How to protect your garage and outbuildings
Newington, Sittingbourne, KentArticle by: Mrs Wendy LicenceGarages are often no more secure than a garden shed; both of which are used to store valuables like power tools, bikes and often vehicles. I...
Newington Parish CouncilPosted: 19 Oct 21