News
Man suffers serious injuries in Manston industrial accident
Emergency services have attended an industrial accident at Manston today (October 15). Kent Police was called by South East Coast […]
Month: October 2018
News
South Thanet MP Craig Mackinlay faced with Brexit protesters after court hearing opening day
Jurors for the trial of South Thanet MP Craig Mackinlay and two former aides at Southwark Crown Court are due […]
Education
Vikings victory in Chilton primary Maths Mastermind competition
A new format for the popular Maths Mastermind competition at Chilton Primary School in Ramsgate has been voted a winner. […]
Events
13 Halloween events in Thanet for chills, thrills and gentler fun
Witches, cauldrons and pumpkins – it must be nearly the season for Halloween. Here is our list of things to […]
News
Two arrested on suspicion of Cliftonville robbery
Two men have been arrested over the reported assault and robbery of a man in Cliftonville last week. The victim, […]
News
The public will be barred from a council meeting vote on Margate Central Ward vacancy declaration
A Thanet council meeting tonight (October 15) to vote on declaring the Margate Central ward vacant after the disputed disqualification of […]
News
South Thanet MP Craig Mackinlay trial due to begin
South Thanet MP Craig Mackinlay and two former aides go on trial today (October 15) on charges of false election expense […]
Opinion
Craig Mackinlay MP: A busy October in the South Thanet constituency
Lots of constituency events dominated my early October diary, some hugely successful, some frustrating and some truly enjoyable. I hosted, […]
News
Soho Theatre urged to submit fresh funding application for Theatre Royal takeover bid
Representatives from London’s Soho Theatre who had been hoping to take on the Theatre Royal in Margate may submit a […]
Education
Arty Ramsgate pupils creative self-portraits go on display
Creative children have been inspired to create self-portraits in the style of acclaimed Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. She is the […]
Events
Britain’s Got Talent finalist Jamie Raven brings Making Magic to Margate
Magician and former Britain’s Got Talent finalist Jamie Raven stages his Making Magic show at the Theatre Royal Margate next […]
Opinion
Matthew Munson: Could Thanet follow the ‘Snow Dogs’ example?
I spent yesterday outside of Thanet – this happens from time to time, but I’m still caught off guard when […]
Events
Thanet author and illustrator team to launch new children’s book in Margate
After two years in the making a children’s picture book promoting diversity and kindness is finally due to be published […]
Community
First mayor and mayoress wedding in Thanet takes place at St Lawrence College
Thanet has had its first mayor and mayoress wedding. Mayor of Broadstairs and St Peter’s, Paul Moore, and mayoress Wendy, […]
Community
Thanet community news: Support plea for Caitlin, Silver Sunday, Pilgrims Hospices and busker winners
Mini Face of Thanet An eight-year-old Minster primary pupil raising cash as part of her role as Mini Face of […]
Community
Family bid to raise funds at Thanet 5k Colour Run
A Thanet Pilgims Hospice nurse will cheer on her family as they take part in the 5k Colour Run from […]
Opinion
Active Ramsgate: Ramsgate birds with wildlife expert Keith Ross
You may think that because we’re heading into Autumn that the Active Ramsgate team will be taking a back seat, […]
Events
Leading British voice actor brings moving First World War show to Broadstairs
Ever wondered who the voice is behind trailers for big films such as The Little Stranger, The King’s Speech, Spooks […]
Property
An application to turn a Ramsgate pub into housing has been refused
An application to turn a Ramsgate pub into housing has been refused. The proposal outlined in planning documents was to […]
News
Official launch of Thanet rough sleepers project team
A new project to help rough sleepers in Thanet has been officially launched. RISE – Rough sleeper Intervention, Support and […]
News
Police called to Arlington Square following man’s death
Police were called to Arlington Square in Margate today (October 13) following a man’s death. Officers were called at 8.58am. […]
Events
11 half term and Halloween family fun events in Thanet October 2018
The half term school holidays are nearly here with pupils breaking up on October 19 and returning on Monday, October […]
News
Man charged with burglary, theft and assault in Thanet appears in court
A man charged with a Ramsgate burglary and assault and theft in Margate will appear before magistrates in December. Darren […]
News
Fight fund appeal launched for Judicial Review over Goodwin Sands dredge
Goodwin Sands SOS has launched a crowdfunding appeal for a Judicial Review against the Marine Management Organisation’s decision to grant […]
Events
15 things to see and do in Thanet October 12-14
It is the weekend and here is our round up of events in Thanet. Friday October 12 Rediffusion talk Crampton […]
News
Youngsters create street-themed art mural for Minster skatepark
Skaters, cyclists, skateboarders and other young people who use Minster skatepark have created a new street-themed art mural with the […]
Education
Newington pupils hit the campaign trail for Democracy Week elections
The new head boys and girls at Newington Community Primary in Ramsgate have pledged to help fellow pupils, staff and […]
Events
‘Illegal’ Japanese art by son of Great Train Robbery mastermind goes on show in Margate
A display of art that is deemed illegal in Japan is on show in Margate in an exhibition which features […]
Education
Ramsgate Arts Primary pupils get up close to magnificent mini beasts
Four and five year olds at Ramsgate Arts Primary have explored the world of magnificent mini beasts. They came face […]
News
Anger at Labour councillor’s disqualification forces shut down of Thanet council meeting
A Thanet council meeting was shut down tonight (October 11) as furious supporters shouted from the public gallery in protest […]