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Armed police shut off road in Ramsgate as robbery investigation continues
February 21, 2020
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Armed police units are in Ramsgate again today (February 21) as they continue an investigation into a robbery at Coral’s […]
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Margate sex offender jailed for child abuse offences committed in the 1980s
February 21, 2020
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A Margate sex offender has been jailed for 10 years for indecently assaulting a girl in the 1980s. Andrew Wilkes, […]
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Loose sign causes partial closure of Broadstairs High Street by railway bridge
February 21, 2020
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Part of Broadstairs High Street was closed off this afternoon (February 21) in the area by the railway bridge due […]
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Judicial Review bid over hyper-acute stroke unit plans for Kent and Medway fails
February 21, 2020
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A judicial review challenging a decision to close acute stroke services in hospitals including Margate’s QEQM has failed. Two Thanet […]
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Ramsgate man jailed for assaulting police officers and knife possession
February 21, 2020
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An unprovoked assault against two Kent Police officers has resulted in a Ramsgate man being jailed for a year. Marshall […]
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Ramsgate man jailed for knife offences, assault and threats to Westwood Cross shop staff
February 21, 2020
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A 40-year-old Ramsgate man who was repeatedly caught in possession of knives has been jailed for 16 months. John Stewart, […]
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Man due in court following Ramsgate bookies robbery
February 21, 2020
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A 29-year-old man is to appear in court following an investigation by Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate into a […]
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Police operation shuts down roads in Newington in robbery warrant operation
February 20, 2020
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Police are on the scene in Newington and several roads have been shut off. Officers have closed Chichester Road, Lancaster […]
Events
Status Quo frontman Francis Rossi heads to Margate
February 20, 2020
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Status Quo lead singer Francis Rossi will share the secrets of his 50-plus years in rock’n’roll when he takes to […]
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East Kent Mind appeal for help to get Ramsgate mental health crisis cafe up and running
February 20, 2020
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An appeal for help to convert a former Ramsgate shop into a desperately needed crisis café has been launched by […]
Property
‘Zombie’ protest held outside Westwood Lodge development site
February 20, 2020
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Around 35 to 50 people, including some ‘zombies,’ turned out for a protest at Westwood Lodge today (February 20). The […]
Education
Mythological creatures, clay pots and an Olympic torch at Chilton Ancient Greece day
February 20, 2020
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Children at Chilton Primary School in Ramsgate are experiencing the mysteries of Ancient Greece. The civilisation is at the centre […]
Business
Government awards Life Sciences Opportunity Zone status to Discovery Park
February 20, 2020
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Discovery Park has been named a Life Sciences Opportunity Zone (LSOZ) by the government. The park, based in Sandwich, is […]
Events
New £20 note featuring Margate and JMW Turner goes into circulation
February 20, 2020
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The new £20 note, featuring JMW Turner, comes into circulation today (February 20). A large see-through window with a blue […]
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Fire crews called to blaze in Ramsgate
February 19, 2020
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Three fire engines are at the scene of a blaze in Ramsgate. Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called to […]
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Armed police called to Margate and Newington following Ramsgate robbery
February 19, 2020
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Armed police are in attendance on Margate seafront and in Ramsgate following a robbery at Coral’s bookies in Newington Road, […]
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Four arrested in Margate on drug dealing charge
February 19, 2020
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Three men and a teenage boy have been arrested by Kent Police officers investigating the supply of drugs in Thanet. […]
Sport
Late comeback in vain for Wanderers against high flying Colfes
February 19, 2020
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Report and photos by Colin Whiteley THANET WANDERERS RUFC 19-28 OLD COLFEIANS RFC 28 For Wanderers there was a start […]
Education
Upton pupils go head to head on climate change public speaking challenge
February 19, 2020
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Young voices at Upton Junior School in Broadstairs have spoken out loud and clear about the impact of climate change. […]
Events
Get ready for the 11th Broadstairs Blues Bash
February 18, 2020
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The annual Broadstairs Blues Bash takes place for its 11th year this month. The free Blues music festival will be […]
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Thanet Trees group ‘zombie’ protest over wildlife concerns at Westwood Lodge homes development
February 18, 2020
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The Thanet Trees group is calling for protesters to join them, dressed up as zombies, in a demonstration over development […]
Education
Viking Academy Trust pupils on a ‘good manners’ mission
February 18, 2020
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Junior school leaders from the Viking Academy Trust are on a fact finding mission to ensure behaviour and manners remains […]
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Demand for action over ‘shocking state’ of Ramsgate’s clock house and museum artefacts
February 18, 2020
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The poor state of the Ramsgate Maritime Museum building and damage to pieces in the collection inside has been slammed […]
Property
Thanet council must put ‘pro-development’ measures in place after failing to reach yearly housing target
February 18, 2020
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Thanet council delivered just 35% of its housing target in 2019 according to figures published by the government – meaning […]
Education
Talented Ramsgate Arts Primary pupils shortlisted for National Gallery exhibition
February 17, 2020
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Art work by Ramsgate Arts Primary pupils has been shortlisted for an exhibition at the world famous National Gallery in […]
Events
Review:The Mediterranean comes to Margate
February 17, 2020
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By Richard Lewis www.richardlewisbooks.co.uk A dazzling exhibition of Mediterranean scenes is currently on view until February 29 at the Margate […]
Opinion
Opinion: Matthew Munson – An adrenaline rush
February 17, 2020
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I am not, by nature, a theme park sort of person. I enjoyed going to Alton Towers as a kid, […]
News
Boat remains cleared from Margate harbour following storms Ciara and Dennis
February 17, 2020
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Report and photos by Jamie Horton A clean up operation has taken place at Margate harbour today (February 17) to […]
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Bid to create lasting support service legacy in memory of baby Archie David Larkins
February 17, 2020
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A lasting legacy of mental health support for parents who are facing an abnormality diagnosis for their unborn babies is […]
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Police arrest 14-year-old over suspected car theft attempt in Margate
February 17, 2020
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A school-aged suspected car thief has been arrested and a screwdriver and balaclava seized by an officer on patrol in […]
Education
Christ Church juniors learn about The Girl Who Stole an Elephant
February 17, 2020
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Children and staff at Christ Church CofE Junior School in Ramsgate were delighted to welcome to the school Waterstones Children’s […]
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Care Quality Commission highlights concerns over maternity services at East Kent hospitals
February 17, 2020
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Midwives at Margate’s QEQM Hospital had to make decisions on the care and treatment of high risk women that should […]
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Margate nan’s fight for full compensation from British Gas over ‘broken’ boiler cock up
February 16, 2020
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A Margate pensioner has vowed to fight for full compensation after British Gas said her ‘broken’ boiler needed replacing, resulting […]
