Coffee cash split between charities each month

Worshippers and friends of Bearsted Methodist Church put the kettle on for a charity coffee morning. The monthly get-togethers at the church in Ware Street have been going on for 30 years and are well attended by around 30 to 35 people. There are two aspects to each meeting: charges for the coffee or tea go to support a favoured charity, while income from the sale of cakes, books and puzzles go to support the church fabric fund. This month raised £85 for the church and £65 for Arthritis Research. PARISH COUNCIL: Yalding parish, which consists of the villages of Laddingford, and Yalding along with the hamlet of Benover is looking for a new councillor. If you are interested in learning more about being a parish councillor and the responsibilities, contact the chairman, Geraldine Brown, on 01622 814222 or email chairman@yaldingparishcouncil.gov.uk or the clerk, Angela Gent, on 01622 814134 or email clerk@yaldingparishcouncil.gov.uk. Maidstone Borough Council has confirmed to the parish council Kenward Trust success: Kenward Trust is a finalist in the care category of the Kent Charity Awards. The winners are to be announced at a dinner on March 16. Founded in 1968, the charity helps men and women overcome alcohol and drug misuse. More than 10,000 have been helped; with 190-200 annually. The trust offers people a chance to change their lives and reach their potential. A team of experienced dedicated and caring professionals provide therapeutic interventions and one to one support across a number of projects and sites.