Archive 2012
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Dartford Today – Thursday 20 June 2013
20 Jun 2013
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Collective Switching Update
More than 2,300 households have signed up to Energy Deal – the first Kent-based collective switching scheme - which was set up by Dartford Borough Council in partnership with Dover, Tunbridge Wells and Gravesham Councils.
19 Jun 2013
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Don’t miss your chance!
There is less than a week left to register with Energy Deal – the Council’s first ever collective switching scheme.
29 May 2013
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Residents invited to commemorate Armed Forces Day
Dartford’s residents are invited to join Her Worshipful the Mayor of Dartford, Councillor Patsy Thurlow at a special ceremony ahead of Armed Forces Day.
24 May 2013
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Consultation on location options for a new Lower Thames Crossing
The government has launched a consultation on location options for a new Lower Thames Crossing.
23 May 2013
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Park Life
Now the warmer weather is on the way, Dartford residents can look forward to a fun-filled summer of events in Central Park.
15 May 2013
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Love Your Local Market
Dartford’s Markets are supporting the national Love Your Local Market campaign taking place until Wednesday 29 May 2013.
15 May 2013
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A very big thank you
A message from the outgoing Mayor, Councillor Ann Allen...
09 May 2013
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Councillor Patsy Thurlow elected as Mayor of Dartford
Councillor Mrs Patsy Thurlow was elected as Mayor of Dartford for 2013/14 at a formal ceremony at Dartford’s Civic Centre on Wednesday 8 May.
09 May 2013
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A Charter for Growth
Dartford Borough Museum’s latest exhibition celebrates the 80th anniversary of Dartford becoming a Borough.
24 Apr 2013
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Collective switching scheme launched to help residents save money on energy bills
This week Dartford Borough Council launches Energy Deal, a large-scale collective switching campaign in partnership with iChoosr, which is the first of its kind in Kent.
23 Apr 2013
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The countdown has begun…
The countdown to the Kent County Council elections has begun.
12 Apr 2013
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Summer may be on its way!
Following the long winter, Central Park’s waterplay area will be given a spring clean so that summer can begin with a splash on Saturday 4 May.
09 Apr 2013
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Dartford Crossing - Local Residents' Scheme
There’s not much that anyone likes about the Dartford Tolls but Dartford Council wants to remind you that if you are a Dartford Council taxpayer you should qualify for a local resident discount.
09 Apr 2013
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Baroness Thatcher
Dartford Borough Council is sad to learn of the death of Baroness Thatcher who passed away today at the age of 87.
08 Apr 2013
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Deactivated: Severe Weather Emergency Protocol
Dartford Borough Council has deactivated the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol and we will no longer provide accommodation to applicants outside of regular homeless legislation.
04 Apr 2013
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Severe Weather Emergency Protocol
Dartford Borough Council has triggered its Severe Weather Emergency Protocol for rough sleepers because the night time temperature is predicted to be zero degrees Celsius or below for at least the next three nights.
26 Mar 2013
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Businesses to get their claws into Tiger funding
New jobs and investment will bring about roaring success when new funding starts reaching businesses across North Kent, Medway and Thurrock.
22 Mar 2013
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We’re looking for two young princes
Dartford Borough Council is helping the Changeling Theatre find two young princes ahead of this year’s Summer Shakespeare.
18 Mar 2013
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Hey hey you you get off of my bench!
Dartford Council is inviting walkers in Central Park to take a seat and spend some time with Mick Jagger.
14 Mar 2013
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The second Big Bin Vote is launched
Dartford Borough Council is asking local residents if they agree with its plans to keep bin collections weekly.
11 Mar 2013
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Join us at Dartford’s Saint George’s Day celebrations
Nearly 500 young people from eight schools in Dartford will be taking part in a St George’s Day Parade through Dartford town centre on Tuesday 23 April.
08 Mar 2013
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Dartford Heart Town raises money to beat the UK’s single biggest killer
A huge thank-you to Dartford’s residents who have wholeheartedly supported the British Heart Foundation’s National Heart Month. Around £1,100 was raised for the charity during February.
06 Mar 2013
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Dartford’s frozen again
Dartford’s Council Tax has been frozen again for the year ahead.
26 Feb 2013
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Landlord prosecuted for harassment of tenants
A Dartford landlord has been successfully prosecuted by Dartford Borough Council after he was found to be guilty of harassing his tenants.
26 Feb 2013
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Dancing to success
‘Juicy’, a young local dance team who have made it to the semi-finals of Sky 1’s ‘Got to Dance’, will be showing off their talents in the Orchards Shopping Centre on Saturday 2 March.
26 Feb 2013
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Have your say
Have your say and help shape Dartford's Community Safety Partnership Plan for 2013/14
18 Feb 2013
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Dartford is Rocking Up In Red to beat the UK’s single biggest killer
Rock Up In Red raises vital funds for the British Heart Foundation in National Heart Month
29 Jan 2013
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Calling all budding entrepreneurs!
Dartford Borough Council is offering budding entrepreneurs the chance to trial their business on a market stall for free!
28 Jan 2013
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Mr Jim Bateson
Dartford Borough Council and conservation groups in and around the Borough are sad to learn of the death of one of their longest serving volunteers.
21 Jan 2013
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Justice for Claire
Dartford Borough Council members including the Mayor and Leader of the Council are lending their support to a campaign group who are appealing for information from the community after their friend was murdered twenty years ago.
10 Jan 2013
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Keep strong and stay steady
Dartford’s older residents are invited to take part in this year’s ‘Keeping Strong, Staying Steady’ programme.
09 Jan 2013
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New Year, New You
If your New Year’s resolution was to lose weight in 2013, help is at hand!
09 Jan 2013
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Have your say on Community Infrastructure Levy
Dartford residents have the opportunity to have their say on the new Community Infrastructure Levy.
04 Jan 2013
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Why Weight is Growing!
If your New Year’s resolution is to improve your eating habits, exercise more and lose some weight, the Why Weight programme is for you!
18 Dec 2012
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Council Leader confirms Dartford will be a Living Wage employer
Conservative Dartford to become one of first local authorities in Kent to commit to a Living Wage deal for low-paid staff.
14 Dec 2012
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A Perfect Start to Christmas
Hundreds of residents wrapped up warm against the Winter cold to start their Christmas at the Council’s third annual Carol Concert.
13 Dec 2012
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Working together to help you enjoy your night out safely
Dartford Borough Council have teamed up with St John Ambulance to help Friday night revellers enjoy their night out in safety.
11 Dec 2012
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Just Add Imagination
Dartford Borough Museum’s latest exhibition takes visitors back to the imaginary world of their childhood.
11 Dec 2012
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'Metal Matters' when it comes to recycling
Dartford Borough Council is playing its part in the Kent-wide ‘Metal Matters’ campaign to encourage people to recycle more food and drink cans along with empty aerosols and foil.
11 Dec 2012
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Safer Socialising Awards for town centre businesses
Seven of Dartford town centre's businesses are to be presented with Safer Socialising Awards at The Orchard Theatre on Wednesday 28 November 2012.
23 Nov 2012
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Who’s your hero?
Dartford Borough Council is looking to residents to nominate their local hero (or heroine!) for the Dartfordian Award 2012.
23 Nov 2012
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Singer and sprinter draw Big Christmas Switch-On crowds
Singer Gareth Gates and local Olympic sprinter Adam Gemili drew in the crowds for this year's Big Christmas Switch-On on Saturday 17 November.
19 Nov 2012
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Christmas Carol Concert returns to Central Park Bandstand
Councillor Jeremy Kite, Leader of the Council, extends an invitation for you to join him on Wednesday 12 December as Dartford's third annual Christmas Carol Concert brings some traditional festive cheer to the Bandstand in Central Park.
19 Nov 2012
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Dartford Festival of Light - Rescheduled
The fourth Dartford Festival of Light has been re-scheduled for Friday 23 November following the poor weather in October that led to the original event being cancelled.
14 Nov 2012
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World Diabetes Day 2012 - Get a free check and advice to prevent diabetes
To mark World Diabetes Day 2012, residents are invited to a free awareness event in Dartford where they can find out more about diabetes and be assessed for medical conditions that can contribute to the disease.
13 Nov 2012
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Dartford Remembers
Hundreds of people turned out for Dartford's Remembrance Day service and parade at the War Memorial in Central Park on Sunday 11 November.
13 Nov 2012
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Don’t let food poisoning ruin your festive celebrations
If there's one thing guaranteed to ruin your Christmas meal out with friends, family or colleagues, it's a nasty bout of food poisoning.
09 Nov 2012
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Join us for Dartford’s Big Christmas Switch-On
Dartford Town Centre is preparing for a sprinkling of Christmas sparkle at the Big Christmas Switch-On on Saturday 17 November.
01 Nov 2012
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Back to Netball
Dartford Borough Council is bringing Netball back to its birthplace! Women looking to rekindle their love for netball are being invited to get back into the game thanks to the launch of a new 'Back to Netball' course.
25 Oct 2012
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2012 Fireworks Display in Central Park
This year's spectacular fireworks display in Dartford's Central Park will be held on Saturday 3 November.
24 Oct 2012
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£20 million boost for Thames Gateway business
Businesses in the Thames Gateway are set to receive a £20 million boost in a new package of funding to support new investment and new jobs across North Kent and Thurrock.
23 Oct 2012
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An Invitation to Remember
The Worshipful the Mayor of Dartford, Councillor Ann Allen, is inviting Dartford's residents to wear their poppy with pride and join her at this year's Remembrance Day Parade and Service.
22 Oct 2012
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Election of a Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent - Thursday 15 November 2012
The first elections for Police and Crime Commissioners take place across 41 Police Forces across the country on Thursday 15 November, including Kent.
16 Oct 2012
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Celebrate a Great British Year
Preparations are underway for the fourth Dartford Festival of Light which will take place on Friday 19 October.
10 Oct 2012
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Landlords encouraged to become accredited
Dartford Borough Council is working together with local landlords to improve the standard of privately rented accommodation in the Borough.
02 Oct 2012
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Castle Ward Election Result
Paul Cutler elected to represent Castle Ward
28 Sep 2012
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Downsize for Cash!
Dartford's Council tenants are being encouraged to downsize their homes to make room for families in the borough's larger Council houses.
19 Sep 2012
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Appointment of Independent Persons
On the 15 November 2012, Kent will be electing its first Police and Crime Commissioner who will be responsible for setting the priorities and resources for Kent Police, as well as supporting broader community safety activities across the region.
17 Sep 2012
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Don’t let the Olympic spirit stop now!
If you've been inspired by this summer's great sporting events and amazing athletes, there are plenty of venues in the Borough helping to keep the Olympic spirit alive!
14 Sep 2012
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The Mayor meets...
The Mayor of Dartford, Councillor Ann Allen, has had a busy few months since her appointment began in May.
04 Sep 2012
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Temple Hill Repairs & Community Event
Friday 31 August from 10am to 2pm at Temple Hill Community Centre
24 Aug 2012
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Refuse & recycling collections over the August Bank Holiday 2012
To minimise disruption to collections over the August Bank Holiday period, we will be working on Saturday 1 September.
20 Aug 2012
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Bringing Dartford’s history and heritage to life
Dartford's history and heritage are being brought to life this September as the annual Heritage Open Days get underway.
07 Aug 2012
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Suspended Jail sentence and curfew for benefit cheat
On 2 August 2012, a benefit claimant previously from Beaconsfield Road, Bexley pleaded guilty at Dartford Magistrates Court.
03 Aug 2012
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Take part in Environment Agency consultation
The 'Working Together' consultation is the first of three consultations the Environment Agency will be running over the next three years.
31 Jul 2012
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On your marks, get set… GO!
Get involved in Games4Life this summer!
26 Jul 2012
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This Summer’s started to Sizzle
Summer Sizzlers 2012 is now underway and new activities have been added to the programme
26 Jul 2012
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Good luck to the GB Judo team
With the Olympics arriving in London this week, the schoolchildren of Dartford have been passing on their good wishes to the GB Judo team.
23 Jul 2012
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Italian Market coming to town
Dartford is getting a taste of the Mediterranean this week as an Italian food market comes to town.
20 Jul 2012
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Act now to keep warm this winter and save money
Dartford Borough Council is working in partnership with Aran Services Ltd to offer householders free or substantially discounted home insulation.
20 Jul 2012
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Dartford Festival a Hit
Heavy rain didn't dampen the spirits of thousands of Dartford's Festival-goers this weekend as the free annual event returned to Central Park.
16 Jul 2012
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Playing to Win
The UK is going sport-crazy this summer with the Olympics kicking off next month, and Dartford is no exception.
29 Jun 2012
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Dartford Festival - More acts announced
With Dartford Festival just three weeks away, we're delighted to announce that The Mend and Chas & His Band have been added to the line-up for the weekend!
21 Jun 2012
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Dartford Festival: First two headline acts announced!
Dartford Festival 2012 is fast approaching and we're excited to announce the first two headline acts!
18 Jun 2012
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Central Park waterplay area set to make a splash again!
The children's waterplay area in Dartford's Central Park is set to reopen on Tuesday 19 June.
15 Jun 2012
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Residents invited to commemorate Armed Forces Day
Dartford's residents are invited to join The Worshipful the Mayor of Dartford, Councillor Mrs Ann Allen and Leader of the Council, Councillor Jeremy Kite at a special ceremony ahead of Armed Forces Day.
11 Jun 2012
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Don’t lose your vote in 2012
Voter registration forms will soon be dropping through letterboxes across Dartford and you are being urged to return yours as soon as possible to make your voice heard in any forthcoming elections.
11 Jun 2012
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Get your kids ready for a sizzling summer!
Dartford's Summer Sizzlers children's activity programme is back for 2012 - and it's bigger and better than ever!
11 Jun 2012
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Councillor Sheila East
It is with sadness and regret that the Council has learnt of the death of Councillor Sheila East.
08 Jun 2012
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Dartford’s Jubilee Beacon lit
A bumper crowd turned out to see Dartford's new beacon lit at the end of a weekend of celebrations for Her Majesty the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
07 Jun 2012
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It's not just Cricket!
Southfleet Cricket Club are looking forward to a great season after completing work on a new pitch paid for by Dartford Borough Council's Salute to Youth fund.
07 Jun 2012
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Dartford's Portas Pilot Town Success
Dartford's bid to become one of the first 12 Portas Pilot Towns has been successful.
29 May 2012
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Congratulations Ma’am – Dartford’s Kids Celebrate Jubilee
Hundreds of Dartford’s younger residents and their families celebrated Her Majesty the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee on Sunday in Central Park.
29 May 2012
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Suspended Prison Sentence for Benefit Cheat
A benefit claimant, previously from Louvain Road, Stone pleaded guilty to falsely claiming over £10,000 in Housing Benefit & Council Tax Benefit.
29 May 2012
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We're having a Great Big Jubilee Kids' Day Out!
Dartford's younger residents are invited to come along to a special free family event in Central Park to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
23 May 2012
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Councillor Mrs Ann Allen elected as Mayor of Dartford
Councillor Mrs Ann Allen was elected as Mayor of Dartford for 2012/13 at a formal ceremony at Dartford's Civic Centre on Wednesday 9 May.
10 May 2012
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Join Us For The Jubilee
With the Queen's Diamond Jubilee just around the corner, plans are in place to help Dartford's residents celebrate in style.
03 May 2012
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Honorary Aldermanship For Former Councillor Ivor Jones
Former Dartford Borough Councillor Ivor Jones DL has been awarded an honorary Aldermanship at a special meeting of the Council on Monday 23 April 2012.
03 May 2012
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Come and Celebrate Saint George's Day
Over 1,250 young people from 27 schools in Gravesham and Dartford will be taking part in community celebrations through Gravesend and Dartford town centres on April 23
23 Apr 2012
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Marathon run for Mayor's Charities
A childhood friend of the Mayor of Dartford is putting his best foot forward this weekend to raise funds for the Mayor's Charity Appeal.
23 Apr 2012
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Get set for Digital
The digital TV switchover started on 4 April - were you ready?
10 Apr 2012
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New Environmental Health Partnership
Dartford and Sevenoaks Councils have embarked on a venture to provide a joint Environmental Health service
27 Mar 2012
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Aldermanship awarded to Terry Smith
Former Dartford Borough Councillor Terry Smith has been awarded an honorary Aldermanship
27 Mar 2012
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Benefit cheat punished and money recovered
Claimant admitted falsely receiving £24,290.47 Housing Benefit and £4,062.00 Council Tax Benefit
27 Mar 2012
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Council Tax Frozen
Council Tax frozen for a second year.
27 Mar 2012
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DTAC Wins Top Award
Safety award for Town Centre Partnership
23 Mar 2012
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Queens Jubilee
Dartford Borough Museum is starting Her Majesty the Queen's Diamond Jubilee year by launching its latest exhibition, 'Long to Reign Over Us
15 Feb 2012