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Quiz fundraiser for Thanet cat charity that has rehomed 22 moggies this year
September 27, 2026
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A Thanet cat charity has rehomed 22 cats so far this year, including long-term strays and cats with FIV. The […]
News
Multi-agency response to report of person in difficulty in sea at Botany Bay
September 27, 2026
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The Coastguard helicopter and teams from Margate and Herne Bay, Margate RNLI, police and paramedics have been in attendance to […]
Education
Eight Thanet schools to receive ‘enrichment programme’ funding from government
September 27, 2026
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Eight Thanet schools will receive funding from a new government programme to increase access to activities including sport, music, engineering, […]
Community
Community: Chartwell House, Invicta Lodge, EK FC, Broadstairs town council, Broadstairs Victorians, Inspirations Writers and SEK
September 27, 2026
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Chartwell House Chartwell House by Boutique Care Homes, in Broadstairs, Kent, welcomed 11 learners from CXK’s Explore Health and Social […]
News
Pavement improvement works on Ramsgate Road in Margate due to take place
September 27, 2026
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Kent County Council is due to begin pavement improvement works on Ramsgate Road in Margate. The scheme will involve sections […]
Community
Scouts take over Thanet for eight-hour ‘Monopoly’ challenge of buses, QR codes, Chance Cards and fun
September 27, 2026
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By Catherine Arnell – 1st Minster Scouts Leader Forty Scouts from across Thanet spent Saturday turning the district into a […]
Business
Late night Christmas shopping event organised for Margate
September 26, 2026
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Twenty-five independent shops, galleries and bars across Margate will open their doors on Thursday 3 December for the first Don’t […]
News
Appeal for one hour free parking and reduced car park fees to help boost Birchington businesses
September 26, 2026
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An appeal to introduce one hour free on-street parking in Birchington to give a boost to local traders has been […]
News
Charity says government’s homelessness plans must go further
September 26, 2026
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s plan to get everyone off the streets by Christmas must go further, according to Kent’s largest […]
Education
Neighbours join Ramsgate Arts Primary Festival of Fun
September 26, 2026
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Neighbours joined in with the whole school community to celebrate the annual festival of fun at Ramsgate Arts Primary. It […]
News
Trio of rabbits in Thanet RSPCA care for two years looking for a new home
September 26, 2026
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Three rabbits are hoping to have a change of fortunes this International Rabbit Day (26 September), after spending two years […]
News
Police appeal to track down man wanted for recall to prison
September 25, 2026
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Kent Police is appealing for information to track down a man wanted for recall to prison. Tyler Jackson has links […]
Education
Exploring, learning and friendship for newest pupils at St Gregory’s Primary
September 25, 2026
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Young ones enjoying their first weeks at St Gregory’s Catholic Primary in Margate are showing plenty of enthusiasm and curiosity. […]
Property
Former Margate scout hall and land at Sacketts Gap exceed guide prices at auction
September 25, 2026
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A former scout building in Margate has sold for £132,000 – way above the £60,000 guide price. The former Scout […]
Education
Cliftonville Primary children enjoy road safety workshops – with help from a ‘superhero’ bear
September 25, 2026
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Children in Years 3 and 4 at Cliftonville Primary School enjoyed their annual road safety workshops this week as part […]
Events
Cliftonville Farmers’ Market set to celebrate 25th anniversary this weekend
September 25, 2026
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Cliftonville Farmers Market will mark 25 years of its volunteer run event this Sunday (September 27). Founded in 2001 by […]
Events
Things to see and do in Thanet, September 25-27
September 25, 2026
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Kent Whisky Explorers – Rum Tasting 25th September, 7pm, Little Swift Margate You’ll get to sample a selection of rums […]
News
Manston processing centre Inquiry moves towards substantive hearings
September 25, 2026
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The Chair of the Manston Inquiry, Sophie Cartwright KC, has today (September 25) outlined the progress made by an Inquiry […]
News
Southern Water crews on scene of burst main at St Lawrence
September 25, 2026
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Some properties in Nethercourt, St Lawrence and areas of Ramsgate around High Street, Grange Road and Margate Road, are experiencing […]
News
Ramsgate man jailed for role in multi-million pound drug ring led by his son
September 24, 2026
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A Ramsgate dad is one of six people jailed for their part in a multi-million pound drug supply group. The […]
News
Row breaks out between Labour and Reform councillors over siting of political street stall by war memorial
September 24, 2026
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A row has broken out between Thanet Labour and Reform councillors over the siting of a political street stall near […]
Education
East Thanet MP backs continuing road crossing campaign by Ramsgate Holy Trinity Primary School
September 24, 2026
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Pupils, parents and staff at Ramsgate Holy Trinity Primary, in Broadstairs, are stepping up their campaign for a pelican or […]
News
The Perfect Place To Grow training café to leave base at Tracey Emin’s TKE Studios
September 24, 2026
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The Perfect Place To Grow training café and kitchen to give 18-24 year olds a path into employment is leaving […]
News
Walpole Bay swimmers call for rethink on parking ban ‘removing access’ to Walpole tidal pool
September 24, 2026
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Regular swimmers at Walpole Bay are calling on Thanet District Council to rethink its ban on parking beside the tidal […]
News
Police and paramedics attend crash in Ramsgate
September 24, 2026
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Police and paramedics were called to Ramsgate High Street – in the area at Grange Road and Park Road – […]
News
Arrest made after car crashed into house in Ramsgate
September 24, 2026
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A person has been arrested after a car crashed into a house in Ramsgate this morning (September 24). The vehicle […]
News
Dreamland neon sign lit once more after clean-up and repair
September 23, 2026
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The Dreamland neon letters are re-installed and shining bright after a clean up and repair. The neon lit lettering and […]
News
Rapist from Sandwich jailed for 18 years
September 23, 2026
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A rapist from Sandwich who repeatedly assaulted his victim has been jailed for 18 years. Shane Higgins, from Foxborough Close, […]
Events
Booker Prize shortlisted author set to appear at Margate Bookie festival
September 23, 2026
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A Booker Prize finalist is set to appear at this year’s Margate Bookie festival. Rebecca Perry has been shortlisted for […]
Business
Commercial lease on offer for Nethercourt Touring Park in Ramsgate
September 23, 2026
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The lease for Nethercourt Touring Park in Ramsgate has gone on the market with an asking price of £18,000 per […]
News
Flats and commercial units approved – again – for Belgrave Road in Margate
September 23, 2026
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A plan to develop 1 Belgrave Road, Margate -previously occupied by Dreamland Beds and Lobster Van hire – into commercial […]
Education
Driving the eco fight at St Nicholas Primary during recycling week
September 23, 2026
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Award-winning eco defenders at St Nicholas at Wade CE Primary are continuing to step up their campaign to protect nature […]
News
Beavers take major step back into wild at Ham Fen as Kent Wildlife Trust removes enclosure barrier
September 23, 2026
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After more than two decades of conservation work, Kent Wildlife Trust has removed the beaver enclosure barrier at Ham Fen […]
Opinion
September 1849: When Cholera Stalked Margate
September 23, 2026
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Local history enthusiast Luke Bigg heads up casual history tours in Margate and writes of the town’s past characters and […]
News
Margate DJ ’blessed’ with life-changing kidney transplant
September 23, 2026
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By Liz Baker This week (September 21-27) is organ donation week, an annual event, and a chance to focus attention on […]
Business
A nod to Ramsgate’s port and harbour heritage with a sprinkle of mythical charm at Little Kraken restaurant
September 22, 2026
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A seafood speciality restaurant in Ramsgate has proved so popular since its soft launch over the August Bank Holiday that […]
Business
Free green careers fair to include opportunities for Thanet’s young people
September 22, 2026
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People in Thanet who want to find out more about opportunities in Thanet’s green and marine sectors are invited to […]
News
New Same-Day Emergency Care Unit opens at Margate’s QEQM Hospital
September 22, 2026
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A new Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit has been officially opened at the QEQM Hospital in Margate, with the […]
News
Kent County Council prepares to launch legal action against government over handling of councils reorganisation
September 22, 2026
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By Local Democracy Reporter Simon Finlay Kent County Council (KCC) is preparing to launch legal proceedings against the government over […]
Business
Revamp of premises creates ‘pub’ venue Blackbird in Ramsgate
September 22, 2026
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“It’s more like a pub than a cafe bar”, say Stuart Langley and Tom Ranger, friends and partners in new […]
Community
National Garden Scheme plaque for Ramsgate alley transformed from fly-tip hotspot to haven of plants, wildlife and community
September 22, 2026
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A Ramsgate alleyway that was a hotspot for fly-tipping has now been recognised by the National Garden Scheme for its […]
Education
Chilton’s intrepid adventurers explore Carroty Wood
September 22, 2026
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Carroty Wood was a tasty adventure for intrepid youngsters from Chilton Primary in Ramsgate. The Year 6 group enjoyed a […]
