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Coastguard and RNLI teams rescue woman in difficulty in sea at Margate
September 7, 2024
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Coastguard and RNLI teams worked together to rescue a woman who got into difficulties in the sea at Margate this […]
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Vigil held outside East Thanet Labour offices to mark deaths of 12 people in small boat crossing
September 7, 2024
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Anti-racism activists held a vigil outside East Thanet Labour Party office yesterday (September 6) to mark the deaths of at […]
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Thanet Green Party’s Steve Roberts: Why we are opposed to the National Grid plan for Minster Marshes
September 7, 2024
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National Grid has a plan to place green energy infrastructure in Thanet. Steve Roberts, town councillor and Thanet Green Party […]
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Fire crews rescue dog from garage blaze in Cliftonville
September 7, 2024
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Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called to the scene of a garage fire in Cliftonville at 2.28pm today (September […]
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Crews called to field fire in Ramsgate
September 7, 2024
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Fire crews were at the scene of a field blaze in Ramsgate today (September 7) after being alerted at 2.49pm. […]
Business
International Wrap Artists at Cinque Ports Margate to close due to non-renewal of lease
September 7, 2024
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A business that revitalised the Cinque Ports pub on Margate seafront with LA taqueria-style food, street art displays and DJs […]
News
Man arrested over crash into parked cars in Ramsgate
September 7, 2024
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A man remains in custody following a crash in Ramsgate last night (September 6) where it is reported several parked […]
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Former teacher brings maths tale to life with new rhyming book 101
September 7, 2024
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A former primary school teacher turned gardener has published the first in a series of books based on true stories […]
Business
Post Office services return to Margate High Street
September 6, 2024
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Margate Post Office has opened today (September 6) at its new base at Darlene’s Premier, 80 High Street, Margate under […]
Events
Things to see and do in Thanet, September 6-8
September 6, 2024
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‘What does addiction mean to you?’ Gap Project, Queens Road Baptist Church, Broadstairs. Last day today (September 6) open until 2pm. All […]
News
Decision on controversial bid for 1,600 homes deferred as councillors refuse to back development plans
September 6, 2024
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By Local Democracy Reporter Daniel Esson Video report LDRS Gabriel Morris Protesters fighting against plans for 1,600 new homes in […]
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Mum’s joy as approval expected for zebra crossing on busy road where son was hit by car
September 5, 2024
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A Ramsgate mum says she is ‘over the moon’ that a zebra crossing is expected to be installed on a […]
Events
Silver + Form exhibition and fair to take place at Turner Contemporary
September 5, 2024
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A new exhibition and fair will take place at Margate’s Turner Contemporary this October. Silver + Form, will showcase contemporary […]
Events
Three day feast promised at upcoming Broadstairs Food Festival
September 5, 2024
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This year’s Broadstairs Food Festival is heating up with a full programme of award-winning exhibitors and a vibrant festival theatre […]
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Campaigners and councillors speak out against plans for 1600 property development in Birchington
September 5, 2024
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Campaigners gathered outside Thanet council’s offices last night (September 4) for the first of two planning committee meetings to discuss […]
Events
Leftfield and Orbital double headliner to close Margate Summer Series 2024
September 4, 2024
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Acts Leftfield and Orbital will close the Margate Summer Series at Dreamland with a historic double headline show – their […]
Business
The Escapement Broadstairs to shut this month after lease extension not secured
September 4, 2024
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The Escapement venue in Broadstairs will shut on September 30 after a lease extension was not agreed. The award-winning escape […]
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Parish council to outline lengthy objection to proposals for 1600 property development on village farmland
September 4, 2024
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Tonight (September 4) the first of two council planning meetings will discuss the development of 1,600 homes, a primary school, […]
News
Birchington’s Maisie Waller to take to West End theatre stage for role in Mamma Mia
September 4, 2024
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Birchington performer Maisie Waller will be stepping on stage at the Novello Theatre in London this October for the latest […]
News
Thanet businesses warned over reports of counterfeit cash
September 4, 2024
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Business owners in Thanet are being asked to be vigilant, following reports of counterfeit cash being used on the isle. […]
Business
Eleventh hour appeal to save Sugar Rush project from losing Ramsgate High Street home
September 4, 2024
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An 11th hour appeal has been made to save Sugar Rush and Stage Door Arts Academy from losing their new […]
Cost of Living
Call for protest over county council disability payment changes branded ‘tax on the disabled’
September 3, 2024
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By Local Democracy Reporter Simon Finlay Residents opposed to changes to disability payments are being encouraged to make their presence […]
Opinion
Nature with Nik Mitchell: Tigers in my garden
September 3, 2024
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This year for the first time I had stripey Tigers in my garden, but they’re not real tigers. I’m talking […]
Events
Get set for the 11th annual OhSoRetro Show
September 3, 2024
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Organisers are preparing for the 11th OhSoRetro show this month with more than 1,500 classic and retro vehicles on show. […]
Opinion
East Thanet MP Polly Billington: Why keeping Millmead Children’s Centre is vital
September 3, 2024
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If there was any more evidence needed for the Millmead Children’s Centre in Dane Valley, it is the 5 year […]
News
A £1k boost for foundation in memory of Ramsgate toddler will help other ‘poorly heart’ children and families
September 3, 2024
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A children’s charity created in memory of a Ramsgate toddler has received a £1,000 funding boost as part of Benefact […]
News
Additional ‘school’ train service to operate between Faversham and Ramsgate
September 3, 2024
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As children return to school, an extra Southeastern train will make it easier for pupils to get home in east […]
News
U-turn over Family Hub public consultation venue in Margate after just one member of public attends
September 2, 2024
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Kent County Council has changed the venue for a drop-in about the future of Millmead Children’s Centre after just one […]
News
Mum considers legal challenge over KCC changes to disabled payments in fears it will lead to deaths
September 2, 2024
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Local Democracy Reporter Simon Finlay A Kent mum of a disabled man is considering legal action against a council over […]
News
Daughter’s fundraiser to thank hospital staff for saving dad’s life
September 2, 2024
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By Liz Baker A daughter is raising money to thank hospital staff who saved her dad’s life. Kayleigh Arthurs is […]
Business
Ramsgate teen graduates from Infinity Tennis coaching apprenticeship
September 2, 2024
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A Ramsgate teenager who has been playing tennis since he was five-years-old has graduated from a coaching apprentice programme. Jack […]
Sport
Dreams of cup run build for Rams following victory over Folkestone Invicta
September 2, 2024
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By Darius Sarrafan Ramsgate cruised in to the second qualifying round of the FA Cup after a 3-1 win at […]
Community
Community news: Thanet camera club, Minster Marshes, Rotary, Thanet Scouts, Heritage Harbour, Chartwell, Javan Coker, Old Ruymians, Javan Coker, a thank you and Martha Trust
September 1, 2024
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Isle of Thanet Photographic Society Thanet’s camera club has an exciting line-up of speakers and competitions for the 2024/25 season […]
