Before we start again

A look back at a year of Local Authority, and what we’re trying to protect

Interview

Catching up with our previous guests

Two dozen of our previous interviewees talk about 2025 and what lies ahead for 2026

Interview

“The mayoralty has invigorated our marriage”

What Steven asked Councillor Trevor Clarke, the Mayor of Medway

The year in Medway music

Plus keeping Medway history alive, we review Lupen Crook at Three Sheets, and lots more

Opinion

Voice of the Leader

Medway Council Leader Vince Maple on threats to democracy, local government reorganisation, and the year ahead.

News

School Streets fine overturned at Medway’s busiest site

Plus prominent Medway flagger jailed, horreno

Interview

“People are always searching for something”

What Steven asked the Philip Hesketh, Dean of Rochester

Antiques star looks for treasures in Chatham

Plus Medway Valley Line recreated for video game, Moot Brew Co showcased in House of Commons, our weekly events guide, and more.

Local Authority has a new home

We’ve moved, but nothing should change for most of you.

Newsletter

Council to tighten controls on HMO hotspots

Plus jobs at risk at Chatham Docks, lots more council news, news in brief, and more

Interview

“I did everything I could to get out of Chatham”

What Steven asked musician Pete Molinari

Newsletter

Unbeaten but unspectacular

Plus Humbug, reviews of A Sherlock Carol and the High Span, our weekly events guide, and more