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Orchard Theatre nears final stages ahead of reopening in December

We're pleased to share an update on work at The Orchard Theatre

Published: 23rd January 2026

  • New Volunteer Transport Scheme launched to help residents reach medical appointments

    A new community initiative has launched in Dartford to help residents access vital healthcare services at reasonable cost.

    Published: 13th January 2026

  • Dartford Borough Council’s award winning strategy to protect the River Darent

    Dartford Borough Council has celebrated outstanding success at the 2025 Royal Town Planning Institute Awards (RTPI) for Planning Excellence last week, winning two prestigious national awards.

    Published: 5th December 2025

  • New Greenhithe Medical Centre to Boost Local Health Services for Residents

    Dartford Borough Council Cabinet has agreed plans to work with the NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) to deliver a new Medical Centre at Steele Avenue, Greenhithe.

    Published: 5th December 2025

  • Happy 105th birthday to our tenant, Betty Bullock

    Betty Bullock turned 105 on Wednesday, November 26.

    Published: 27th November 2025

  • Kent councils reveal draft business cases for new unitary councils

    Councils from across Kent and Medway published a series of draft business cases to help inform the next steps in the government’s biggest shake up of local councils in 50 years.

    Published: 7th November 2025

  • DBC approves £4.5million funding for local school

    The funding will support the growing number of pupils attending the school.

    Published: 31st October 2025

  • Rail regulator decision paves the way for return of international services to Ebbsfleet and Ashford

    Dartford Borough Council remains committed to bringing international rail services to Kent, following today’s announcement from the Office of Rail and Road.

    Published: 30th October 2025

  • Dartford Business Awards 2025 another great success

    Hundreds of guests enjoyed the return of the Dartford Business Awards for 2025 on October 9.

    Published: 10th October 2025

  • Grants up to £10,000 available for community projects

    The new Dartford Borough Council Community Infrastructure Fund will help support local groups deliver projects.

    Published: 30th September 2025

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