News Crash appeal


KENT Police are appealing for in- formation following a collision be- tween a car and a marked police vehicle in the Leybourne area.


The incident took place in Birling


Hill, between the junctions ofHolly Hill and Paddlesworth Road, at around4.55pmonMonday,October 22.


No injuries were reported but the


police vehicle did sustain damage to the driver’s door andwingmirror. The other vehicle involved is de-


scribed as being a black Ford Fiesta and it is reported to havemade off at speed following the incident. Thepolice vehiclewas ona routine


patrol and not responding to a spe- cific incident.Anyonewith informa- tion is asked to contact Kent Police on 01622 604100 quoting 22-1256.


Lizzy’sOBE


WINTER Olympian Lizzy Yarnold picked up an OBE from Bucking- hamPalace onOctober 17. The two-time gold medallist and


world champion, fromWest Kings- down, received the honour in the Queen's BirthdayHonours List. Lizzy (29), a former head girl at


Maidstone Grammar School for Girls, recently announcedher retire- ment fromthe skeleton.


downsmail.co.uk


Castle’s invitation to 900th birthday party


LEEDS Castle will launch a series of events next year to mark the 900th anniversary of it being built. The year of celebration will in-


clude the opening of a newgarden, named after patron HRH Princess Alexandra, in June. July will see the 900 Carnival of


History, a two-day arts event cele- brating the castle’s place in history. A piece of music has been com-


posed for the anniversary and will beperformedat the classical concert. A podcast will be read by Cold


Feet actorRobertBathurst,while the theme of the popular flower festival will be “AFloral Party”. At a launchat the castle onFriday,


October 19, chief executive SirDavid Steel said the charitable foundation contributes £25m to the local econ- omy and employs hundreds of peo- ple, andmore than 60 volunteers. The 900 Carnival of History on


July 27 and 28 is described by or- ganisers as a “dazzling riot of colour” using large scale costumes in a collaboration with festival art


specialists, ShademakersUK. Students from the University of


the Creative Arts in Rochester and local artists will be drafted in to make the costumes. Castle bosses are bracing them-


selves for what could prove to be a “difficult year” in 2019, because of continued uncertainty over Brexit. There are fears that thedisruption


experienced over theM20 works in preparation for Operation Stackwill hit visitor numbers next year. Recently, SirDavidacknowledged


Leeds Castle CEO Sir David Steel at the launch of the anniversary celebrations


a “significant” drop in visitor num- bers over the summer and has insti- gated an analysis. Hewrote in theLeeds andBroom-


field parishmagazine: “I think there are a number of reasons: poor weather atEaster, followedby a glo- rious summer when so many fami- lies decided to go to the beach.” He also blamed the introduction


of photographic ID – to prevent local people swapping tickets via socialmedia – as another reason for the decline.


CHRISTMAS AT THE SALVATION ARMY 74-80 Union Street, Maidstone, Kent ME14 1ED


This Christmas please join us for the following services, to celebrate the joy of the season. For tickets (where applicable) or additional information please contact the Community Office on 01622 681808.


Tuesday 4th December Carols by Candlelight at 8pm


A thought-provoking evening of worship led by our Songster Brigade (choir), reflecting on the birth of Jesus. Refreshments will be provided after this event.


Thursday 6th December


Junior Musicians Christmas Praise at 6.30pm An evening not to be missed, where our Young People’s Band & Singing Company (Children’s choir) will lead an evening of Christmas Music and readings to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Followed by refreshments.


Sunday 9th December


Gift Service with a Children’s nativity at 10.15am This lively family service will focus on the gift of Christmas. As part of our worship we invite you to bring new, unwrapped toys to be given out to Maidstone children whose families are struggling financially, as part of The Salvation Army’s Christmas Appeal. Children are invited to come to this service dressed as a Shepherd, Wise Man, Inn keeper, Angel or an animal from the Christmas story.


Friday 14th December


Community Carol Concert at 7:30pm A celebration of the joy of Christmas with guests: - The Maidstone Singers plus our own Salvation Army Band. Tickets will need to be bought for this service as we are raising money to support Dandelion Time, a charity which gives children and their families time and space to heal from emotional trauma and abuse, to help them rebuild confidence and to develop skills and aspirations for a brighter future. Tickets will cost £5 (under 15's free) and can be purchased from our Community Office (address above) or by phone on 01622 681808.


Sunday 16th December


Family Carol Service at 6pm This family Carol Service will be an opportunity to celebrate the good news of Jesus’ birth and will include a nativity play. The evening will be supported by our own Band and Songsters (choir).


Our usual Sunday services are held at 10.15am & 6pm throughout the year and you are guaranteed a warm welcome!


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Maidstone December 2018


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