News
National Covid restrictions come into force across England from November 5
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced England-wide restrictions to come into force from Thursday, November 5. At a press briefing […]
Month: October 2020
Community
The Kitchen CT9 appeals for nominations to help save Christmas for Thanet people facing tough times
Feeling as though you have failed your family and cannot provide for them at Christmas is something once experienced by […]
Community
‘Halloween’ horses highlight Thanet Disabled Riding Centre appeal
Thanet Disabled Riding Centre hopes to be able to reopen fully next year but until then is appealing for help […]
News
The 38 projects shortlisted for Margate Town Deal funding
Thirty-eight projects have been chosen to go through to the next stage of bids for Margate Town Deal funding. Margate […]
Events
Coastal Crafty Crew fair at Birchington
The Coastal Crafty Crew will be holding a craft fair at Quex Small Barn in Birchington tomorrow (November 1). Handmade […]
Events
Independent sellers featured at Westwood Cross Lifestyle Market
Westwood Cross Shopping Centre has launched a new Lifestyle Market, offering bespoke products from independent retailers. Running until November 15, […]
News
Plans for Manston inland border facility laid out by Department for Transport
The Department for Transport has laid out plans for use of the Manston airport site as a ‘EU exit’ inland […]
News
History with Martin Charlton: Haunted Thanet
Stories of ghosts are as much a part of Halloween as pumpkin lanterns and trick or treat. Thanet has a […]
Business
MenKind store opens at Westwood Cross
Seven staff have been taken on with the opening of a new store for men at Westwood Cross. MenKind specialises […]
News
Margate man living with Multiple Sclerosis struggling to find an adapted home
A former steel worker who suffers from Multiple Sclerosis – a lifelong condition that affects the brain and nerves – […]
Events
All things frightful take over a house in Broadstairs for Halloween
Ghouls, ghosts and witches have taken over a house in Broadstairs. The home of Jill Mckay in Rectory Road is […]
News
Rising Covid rates in Thanet mainly in workplace and care settings say Kent Public Health
By Kathy Bailes, additional reporting Local Democracy Reporter Ciaran Duggan Rising covid infection rates recorded in Thanet are mainly in […]
News
Witness appeal over suspected arson at Ramsgate house
Detectives investigating a suspicious house fire in Ramsgate are appealing for witnesses to come forward. At 2.34am yesterday (October 29), […]
Education
County council receives 30,000 free school holiday meals applications in four days
A free school meals voucher scheme launched by Kent County Council to provide for eligible children during the holiday received […]
News
Fire crew called to collapsed scaffolding in Ramsgate
A fire crew was called to Ramsgate yesterday (October 29) following the collapse of scaffolding on Abbott’s Hill. Kent Fire […]
News
Eight police officers assaulted in Kent within 24 hours
Eight Kent Police officers have been assaulted in less than 24 hours – with four in Thanet. Constables were kicked, […]
News
End of an era as Alan Baker leaves Brooksend garage after 57 years from apprentice to boss
A 57 year journey has reached the end of the road for Brooksend garage boss Alan Baker and wife Pam […]
Business
Thanet venues included in Good Beer Guide 2021 – as ale campaign group warns of Covid impact on breweries
Eleven Thanet venues have been included in the Good Beer Guide 2021 – including four that have been listed for […]
News
Police called to Westwood Road collision
Police officers have assisted with road management following a collision in Westwood Road, Broadstairs, today (October 29). Kent Police was […]
News
Appeal to find missing vulnerable 72-year-old who may be in Margate
UPDATE: News that Mary had been found in Margate was a false alarm. There was a mix up with the […]
Business
Two Thanet businesses make finals of Kent Life food and drink awards
Two Thanet businesses are amongst the finalists for the Kent Life food and drink awards 2020. Garfield’s Vegan Food Company, […]
Education
Newington primary puts top radio honours on display
Two top honours in the UK Young Audio Awards 2020 are now proudly on display in the entrance hall at […]
News
Artist Tracey Emin in remission after bladder cancer treatment
Margate artist Tracey Emin has spoken about her diagnosis of bladder cancer and her journey into remission. Speaking to Artnet […]
News
Councillor’s call for ‘urgent investigation’ over Thanet residents’ struggles to book GP appointments
A Thanet councillor is calling for an “urgent investigation” into the problems residents face in getting GP appointments Councillor Pauline […]
Community
Family take on bike ride and half marathon challenges to raise money for Armed Forces and terrorism survivors charities
A family effort to raise money for Armed Forces personnel and survivors of terrorism will begin with a 22 mile […]
News
Another day’s filming in Thanet for actor David Schwimmer
American actor David Schwimmer has been captured on camera this morning (October 28) by Thanet resident Annie Hume-Almeida as filming […]
Education
Precautionary closure of Garlinge Primary School following Covid outbreak
Garlinge Primary School has shut the premises to staff and pupils until November 9 following the spread of positive Covid […]
News
Burst water main affects properties across Ramsgate
Some homes and businesses in Ramsgate are experiencing low pressure or no water supply this morning (October 28). Southern Water […]
Events
‘Makers of Ramsgate’ event marks start of new chapter for Ramsgate’s Homebasics store
‘Makers of Ramsgate’ event marks the start of a new chapter for Ramsgate’s Homebasics store Molly Pickle has joined forces […]
Education
Celebration as road safety measures installed next to St Gregory’s Primary School
Teachers, parents, ward councillors and a residents’ association are celebrating after road safety measures were finally installed on Nash Road. […]