Opinion
Melissa Todd: The power of having music in our lives
I have this stupid job which sends me singing and dancing in residential homes. I say job, but actually ‘symptom’ […]
Month: March 2019
Education
Creative Newington pupils’ work to go on show in class and in the community
The creative spotlight shines on young artists from Newington Primary School in Ramsgate with their work on show in public […]
Business
A spruce up and traditional pub grub at The Mulberry Tree in Margate
Report by Jodie Nesling A traditional Margate pub has had a makeover but don’t expect a trendy gastro venue, as […]
Community
Thanet community news: Rotary donations, Inner Wheel, school art, Pilgrims Hospice and a PCSO visit
Rotary Club of The Isle of Thanet Sunrise and The League of Friends of the QEQM Hospital A donation by […]
News
Police appeal for witnesses to Ramsgate stabbing
Police are appealing for witnesses to the stabbing of a man in his 20s in Ramsgate this morning (March 31). […]
Events
Digital plaques revealing Thanet’s rich history
A new series of digital plaques revealing Thanet’s historical tales have been installed across the isle The plaques give a […]
News
Duo charged with Margate burglary offences
Two men are to appear in court charged with burglary offences in Margate. William Crump, 30, of Lister Road in […]
News
How the discovery of a gold cufflink uncovered the tragic tale of a World War Two Spitfire pilot
A chance metal detector find in Manston one cold morning in January has led to extensive research revealing the last […]
News
United Mothers brings women together from all over the world
At a Margate church hall the sound of song reverberates around the room as a group of women join together […]
News
Blue Wave complex in Margate to hold 100-mile swim to raise funds for Ramsgate’s Joe Shaw
Blue Wave hydrotherapy complex in Margate is hosting a 100 hour swim to raise funds for Ramsgate’s Joe Shaw, who […]
Events
Special Toad on the Road shows for youngsters with disabilities are coming to Ramsgate
Head2Head Theatre is bringing multi-sensory theatre to Ramsgate during the Easter holidays. Toad on the Road will give children with […]
Business
Salmestone Grange announces closure of business
Historic Salmestone Grange in Margate will close at the end of June. The 14th century venue in Nash Road has […]
Events
The end of the £1 Sunday roast at The Britannia in Margate – for now
It is the end of the £1 Sunday roast at The Britannia pub in Margate – for now. The promotion […]
News
Council carries out 3,755 litter and waste investigations in 12 months
Thanet council has carried out 3,755 enforcement investigations into litter and waste offences over the past 12 months. Teams have […]
Opinion
Richard Styles: Why do we need libraries?
Kent County Council consulted on the future of the library service in Kent recently, and in short order decided to […]
Events
Tokyo Tea Room to perform in Margate
Canterbury band and BBC Introducing in Kent favourites Tokyo Tea Room are performing in Margate tonight (March 29). The band […]
Education
Cliftonville primary pupils mark Environment Day
Pupils and staff at Cliftonville Primary School have marked ‘Environment Day’ in style by wearing green or environment-themed outfits. The […]
News
Police called to three reports of assault in two weeks at Broadstairs Rec
Police have been called three times in two weeks to reports of assaults by groups of youths in Broadstairs Rec. […]
Events
Ramsgate Tunnels gets ready to celebrate 80th anniversary
In June 1939 the Duke of Kent opened the first section of what would become the largest civilian air raid […]
News
Road in Ramsgate closed due to crash
Police have closed off a road in Ramsgate this morning (March 29) due to a crash where one man suffered […]
News
Councillor reveals seven Thanet council tourism staff are at risk of redundancy
Some seven Thanet tourism staff are facing redundancy, says Margate Central ward councillor Iris Johnston. Speaking at a Thanet council […]
News
Campaign group fears Ramsgate Port 3,000 tonne/hour conveyor plan will kill off marina village proposals
Members of Ramsgate Action Group say refurbishment plans for a berth at the port used by company Brett Aggregates could […]
News
Thanet council says it will carry out ‘enforced removal’ of Traveller group at the Chine
Thanet council says enforced removal will take place of Travellers currently staying at the Chine in Ramsgate. The group moved […]
News
Fundraising page launched following tragic death in Ramsgate of Paul ‘Hardrive’ Connell
A fundraiser has been launched to help the family of a man who was tragically pronounced dead following a fall […]
News
Work due to start on £1.08million flood defence schemes in Thanet
Work on two sea defence schemes in Thanet, costing some £1.08million, will start next month. The first scheme in Ramsgate […]
News
Fire crews called to Margate after homeless couple’s bedding deliberately set alight
Bedding being used by a homeless couple in Margate was deliberately set alight last night (March 27). The couple had […]
Sport
Wanderers take the points in hard fought local derby
THANET WANDERERS RUFC 22 – 14 DOVER RFC There were changes in Wanderers line-up with loose-head prop Jimmy Green and […]
Opinion
Ageless Thanet: Local businesses offer discounts to over 50s
The Ageless Thanet Age-Friendly Business Scheme has gone from strength to strength since it started in January 2016. The scheme […]
Business
Glimmer of hope for The BottleShop in Margate
There could be a glimmer of hope for The Bottle Shop in Margate with the possibility of a reopening by […]
News
Life-saving equipment is installed at Newington primary
Life-saving equipment has been installed at Newington Community Primary School in Ramsgate to serve people in the local area. An […]