News
Crews called to small fire at the former Motor Museum in Ramsgate
A discarded cigarette end is thought to be the cause of a small fire at the former Motor Museum on […]
Month: April 2017
Opinion
Matthew Munson: Bullying is wrong – don’t suffer in silence
When I was at secondary school (right here in Thanet), I was bullied. I tell you this not to ask […]
News
Armed officers called to street in Cliftonville
Armed officers were called to Cliftonville today (April 30). Kent Police received a report of a ‘man acting suspiciously’ in […]
News
A young man is being treated at the scene of a road incident in Broadstairs
A youngster is being treated by ambulance staff following an incident in Broadstairs. Emergency services are at the scene at […]
Community
A Margate teenager has completely shaved off her long locks in memory of a special person
A Margate teenager has completely shaved off her long hair to raise cash for Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of […]
News
Driver flees the scene after smashing car into a wall in Ramsgate
A wall has been demolished after a car plowed into it in Ramsgate in the early hours of this morning (April 30). […]
Community
Broadstairs youth club members aim to raise £20,000 to renovate their new base – but they need your help
A bid to raise £20,000 has been launched by members of Broadstairs youth club, The Zone. The club has been […]
Community
A quiz in memory of a Ramsgate mum has raised £1,000
A quiz in aid of Pilgrims Hospices has raised £1,000. The 5th Tatum Memorial Quiz, organised by Peter Bishop, was held […]
Business
A luxury cat hotel in Margate has been officially opened – take a peek inside
A luxury cat hotel in Westbrook has been officially opened. Margate Mayor Robin Edwards and Mayoress Dorothy Collins attended the […]
Business
Quex Barn is now open – 6 months after a devastating fire
Popular Quex Barn in Birchington is now officially open again – six months after a devastating fire. The restaurant was […]
Events
Walking football tournament will raise cash in memory of former Ramsgate fireman Dave Bambridge
A walking football tournament in memory of a former fireman and goalkeeper for Ramsgate and Margate football clubs is due […]
News
Police investigating after woman knocked down in Ramsgate by a van
Police are investigating after a report that a grey van knocked down a woman in Ramsgate yesterday (April 28) but the […]
Events
This Ramsgate store worker will be appealing to your sweet tooth to raise cash for a vital charity
A Ramsgate gift shop worker is on a mission to raise awareness of the only UK charity devoted to helping […]
News
Emergency services called to King Street after person hit by vehicle
Police and the air ambulance are on the scene of an incident in Ramsgate. Police were called to King Street […]
Education
Ramsgate pupils brush up on climbing, scooting and boarding skills
Skateboarding and sport climbing will be part of the Olympics’ official list of sports for the 2020 Tokyo Games. And […]
Events
Tackle the high seas and unravel the secrets of an Egyptian tomb at The Escapement in Cliftonville
Fancy being the new Indiana Jones or taking charge of an ancient sailing ship? The Escapement in Cliftonville is giving you […]
Events
Iconic Drop and Roll tour set to headline Ramsgate’s Spring Spectacular event
An iconic cycle stunt performance team will be showing off their skills in Ramsgate. The Drop and Roll Tour, headed […]
Education
These Ramsgate pupils have taken a trip to the West End
A breath-taking magic carpet ride into the world of Aladdin in London’s West End awaited more than 600 children from […]
News
Thanet council gives green light for next step of bringing in more parking charges across the isle
Thanet council Cabinet members have given the green light to the first stage of proposals to change free car parks […]
News
Quarterdeck youth club future ‘safe’ councillors told
The future of the Quarterdeck youth club is safe, councillors have been told at a meeting tonight. The site, in […]
Community
This Thanet teacher was one of the isle runners to complete the London Marathon
A teacher from the Royal Harbour Academy was one of the Thanet runners to complete the London Marathon on Sunday […]
Opinion
Seb Reilly: The Times They Are a-Changing
Every year, I always find it incredible how much Thanet changes when the temperature increases slightly. Don’t get me wrong, […]
Opinion
Health and beauty with Mrs T: A ‘tan-tastic’ week
I’m Jo, (Mrs T), a local girl, born in 1977. Follow me as I approach my 40th birthday. Having lived and worked […]
News
MP Craig Mackinlay election overspend case file passed to CPS
Kent Police has submitted its file to the CPS following an investigation into Conservative Party expenses during the 2015 General […]
Opinion
Christine Tongue: Voting when you are a ‘Dalek’
Before they learned to levitate, Dr Who’s mortal enemies, the Daleks, were stuck to the ground. Stairs stopped them in their […]
Opinion
Sir Roger Gale MP: The reason for that snap election
I was talking to the Daily Mirror’s Kevin McGuire last week about the ‘snap’ election and we agreed that it […]
Events
Discover Thanet’s wetland birds on these expert-led walks
Discover the varied birdlife of Thanet’s dramatic coastline under the guidance of expert local birder Tony Swandale. The Thanet coast […]
News
Newington Road closure following a crash
A road closure has been put in place in Ramsgate following a collision. Kent Police and ambulance were called to […]
News
Thanet council’s plan for even more parking charges is infuriating people across the isle
Groups across the isle have voiced their anger at yet more proposals to hike parking fees in Thanet. Tomorrow (April […]
News
Police appeal after thieves steal eight Goldfinches from Margate aviary
Kent Police is appealing for information after eight goldfinches were stolen from an aviary in Margate. The birds are valued […]