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Party at Shottendane nursing home celebrates Diamond anniversary of Peter and Yvonne Fisher
October 5, 2024
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A party has been held at Shottendane nursing home in Margate to mark the Diamond anniversary of couple Peter and […]
Education
Wellesley Haddon Dene School gains Gold Wilder Kent Award and Eco Schools status
October 4, 2024
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Wellesley Haddon Dene School in Broadstairs has received a Gold Wilder Kent Award and an Eco Schools Green Flag with […]
Opinion
Review: Love Lost by Jo-Ann Doherty
October 4, 2024
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By Phien O’Phien The Margate-based artist Jo-Ann Doherty previewed her show at the Joseph Wales Gallery Margate this month. The show […]
News
Manston author to launch second children’s picture book
October 4, 2024
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Manston author Carol M Salter will launch her second children’s picture book at an event in Westgate this month. Shea […]
Events
Singer Olly Murs first act announced for Margate Summer Series 2025
October 4, 2024
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The first gig announced for the Margate Summer Series 2025 is singer Olly Murs, with tickets going on sale next […]
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Man charged with drink-driving following three car collision on A299 near St Nicholas-at-Wade
October 4, 2024
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A man has been charged with drink-driving following a multi-vehicle crash on the A299 near St Nicholas-at-Wade yesterday (October 3). […]
Business
Busy first week for new owner Lorrain at Joe’s Cafe in Birchington
October 4, 2024
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A move for Birchington Framing Centre and Gallery to Minnis Road had unintended consequences for Lorrain Edwards who now finds […]
News
Conservative group to make call for Thanet Local Plan to be revoked
October 4, 2024
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Thanet Conservative Group is calling for Thanet’s Local Plan – a blueprint for housing, business and infrastructure development up to […]
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Man due in court over drug possession and intent to supply charges
October 4, 2024
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A man has been charged after suspected class A drugs were seized in Margate. On October 2, officers were at […]
Events
Things to do and see in Thanet, October 4-6
October 4, 2024
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Se7en Now until October 8, York Street Gallery Ramsgate Exhibition by seven isle photographers@ Chris Chung, Denise Bottali, Frank Leppard, […]
News
Owners of damaged ship carrying ammonium nitrate cargo say UK ports ‘reticent’ to allow vessel entry for repairs
October 3, 2024
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The owners and managers of a damaged cargo ship carrying 20,000 tonnes of fertiliser from Russia say it has been […]
News
Man and woman in custody on suspicion of drug supply offences
October 3, 2024
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Two people have been arrested and suspected class A drugs seized by police in Margate. Officers visited a property in […]
News
‘Roman Walk’ development at Minster for 133 properties now ‘well underway’
October 3, 2024
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The first phase of a 214 home development on agricultural land in Minster is now ‘well underway’ says developer David […]
News
Consultation on Gypsy and Traveller provision at Shottendane due to launch ‘in the next week’
October 3, 2024
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Public consultation on plans to create a Gypsy and Traveller site on an area of land off Shottendane Road in […]
News
Hundreds of Thanet properties hit by power cut
October 3, 2024
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Hundreds of properties in the Ramsgate, Dumpton and Broadstairs area have been hit by a power cut. UK Power Networks […]
News
Margate man admits multiple traffic offences following police pursuit
October 3, 2024
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A Margate man has pleaded guilty at court to multiple traffic offences following a police pursuit in Faversham. At around […]
News
Council explores use of ‘pod’ homes to expand temporary accommodation in Thanet
October 3, 2024
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Thanet council is exploring the possibility of using ‘pods’ to provide temporary accommodation on the isle. The council has already […]
News
1st St Lawrence Scout Group scoop district competition wins for camping and cooking skills
October 3, 2024
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Talented youngsters from 1st St Lawrence Scout Group have used their skills to win a camping and a cooking competition. […]
News
Broadstairs Town Shed celebrates installation of new roof after long fundraising campaign
October 2, 2024
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Broadstairs Town Shed has celebrated its reopening and the installation of a new roof and solar panels. The Town Shed, […]
News
Nominations invited for Thanet Community Champions Awards 2025
October 2, 2024
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Thanet District Council and Social Enterprise Kent (SEK) have launched the Thanet Community Champions Awards 2025, celebrating the incredible work […]
Events
SpeakUpCIC art and craft exhibition to mark World Mental Health Day
October 2, 2024
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Members of mental health support group SpeakUpCIC will be holding an arts and crafts exhibition next week. The works have […]
Events
Kent Poetry Slam Championship heads to Margate
October 2, 2024
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By Dan Thompson After touring the county this year’s Kent Poetry Slam Championship, which takes inspiration from wrestling and stand […]
News
Margate teen Ronnie Wood to help other poorly youngsters by donating 37 inches of hair to the Little Princess Trust
October 2, 2024
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A Margate teenager who has grown his hair over the last five years while going in and out of hospital […]
Education
St Gregory’s pupils have a blast on Rocket Day
October 2, 2024
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Lift off for learning – children became aerospace engineers to design and power their own rockets into the sky at […]
News
RSPCA rescues fox cubs after 10ft fall through skylight in Ramsgate
October 2, 2024
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The RSPCA came to the rescue of two fox cubs who fell 10ft through a broken skylight and got trapped […]
Sport
Cliftonville Women’s 2nd XI dominate play but end with a draw
October 2, 2024
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By Holly Cobb-Webb Women’s 2nd XI vs Bexleyheath & Belvedere Cliftonville Women’s 2nd XI travelled away to Bexleyheath and Belvedere last Saturday […]
News
Arrest made after police stop van in Ramsgate and find cannabis plants and growing equipment
October 1, 2024
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An arrest has been made after a van stopped by police in Ramsgate was discovered to contain cannabis plants. Shortly after midnight […]
Business
Potions, wizardry, magic and a 7ft dragon as Westgate shop transforms into Borgyn and Bakes
October 1, 2024
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A transformation has taken place at the Little Brown Fairy Cakes store in Westgate to create its next fantastical chapter […]
Events
Halloween fun in Thanet 2024
October 1, 2024
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Teen Halloween party Broadstairs and St Peter’s Town Council is hosting an Under 18’s Halloween party at Pierremont Hall on […]
Business
New manager and team settle in at Ramsgate’s Belle Vue Tavern
October 1, 2024
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The new manager and team are settling in at Ramsgate’s Belle Vue Tavern with changes including a breakfast menu and […]
Education
Exploring evolution and Charles Darwin at Upton Junior School
October 1, 2024
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Who are we and where do we come from are challenging questions being explored by inquiring young minds at Upton […]
Sport
Wanderers remain unbeaten and replace Sidcup in second place in league
October 1, 2024
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By Colin Whiteley Thanet Wanderers RUFC 21 – 8 Sidcup RFC Ben Cannon and Sam Taylor were back in Thanet’s […]
Events
Halloween Trick or Treat Trail returns to Quex
September 30, 2024
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With the night’s drawing in and the weather feeling decidedly autumnal, the season for spookiness is nearing. This October half-term, […]
