News
Investigation launched into suspected looting of World War Two B17 bomber wreck at Sandwich Bay
Kent Police, Historic England, the Receiver of the Wreck, HM Coastguard and a department of the Ministry of Defence have […]
Month: May 2021
Galleries
Photos: Unofficial Margate Meltdown 2021
The Ace Cafe in London may have cancelled the Margate Meltdown this year but that did not stop bikers from […]
Business
Bold move as natural beauty product business Haeckels takes on former Genting Casino site
By Jodie Nesling Margate natural beauty business Haeckels has moved its production line into the former Genting casino. The 15,000 […]
News
Active Ramsgate launches Pier to Pier Cycle Trail guide
Active Ramsgate has launched a new guide for cyclists to travel from Ramsgate to Deal and back with the opportunity […]
Opinion
Opinion with Matthew Munson: A wealth of activities in Thanet – and beyond
Before I became a parent, one thing I thought about a lot was “How am I going to entertain my […]
Events
Mods, unofficial Meltdown and an award for Olby’s directors Eli and Heather Thompson
An unofficial Margate Meltdown will take place tomorrow (May 31) with the arrival of around an estimated 300 motorbikes (UPDATE: […]
Community
Thanet community news: Photo club, livestream gaming for Pilgrims Hospices, St Crispins Infants and tourism week in Birchington
Marking English Tourism Week Thanet District Councillor for Birchington South, George Kup and the MP for North Thanet have been […]
News
Tribute to generous,’fearless,’ big-hearted campaigner Pat Thompson
A campaigner, passionate carer of people and animals and a woman “who punched above her weight” will be remembered at […]
Sport
Isle of Thanet Women’s Cup due to take place at Hartsdown Park
The Isle of Thanet Women’s Cup is due to take place at Hartsdown Park this summer. Margate Ladies will host […]
News
Costa Coffee proposal for land off Canterbury Road East rejected by council
A planning application for another Costa Coffee site in Thanet at land off Canterbury Road East at Ramsgate has been […]
Sport
Kidd in seventh heaven as Broadstairs inflict defeat on Ashford
Report by David Fox Broadstairs 1st XI notched-up their second win of the season in a low-scoring affair away to Ashford […]
Education
Chilton children say it with flowers
Flower power has blossomed at Chilton Primary in Ramsgate as children have adorned their school hall with messages affirming why […]
Covid
Single dose covid vaccine receives approval for use
A single dose covid vaccine has received approval from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). Janssen is the […]
Business
Manston X-ray technology firm helps to uncover hidden images under art works
Manston-based firm ADANI Ltd, which manufactures and supplies X-ray technology, is teaming up with industry experts to develop a scanner […]
Business
Margate couple launch Airbnb management company for East Kent
A Margate couple have taken the plunge to open their own Airbnb management business. Ian and Cheryl Seaman say there […]
News
Westwood Cross wants your help to create Pride mosaic
Westwood Cross Shopping Centre is calling on schools, colleges, workplaces and its customers across Thanet to help create a unique […]
News
Margate Football Club hotel and stand development given approval
Plans for a 120-bed hotel, new stands, restaurant, café, club shop and car parking at Margate Football Club have been […]
Business
Music, open studios, late trading and surprises for the return of Margate’s First Friday event
By Dan Thompson Shops opening late, buskers and DJs, open studios, and a few surprises are planned when Margate’s First […]
Events
Underground quest and creative arts activities for half-term at Margate Caves
Visitors to the Margate Caves can embark on an entertaining underground quest this half term and learn more about conservation and the […]
Opinion
Opinion with Christine Tongue: Westbrook bay is lovely – but what’s with the giant-sized bins?
Like many disabled people in this pandemic, I don’t get out much. So, when a friend offered a trip to […]
News
Viking Bay seafront lift expected to be reopened in June
Thanet District Council plans to open the Viking Bay lift in Broadstairs next month (week commencing 21 June). Work costing […]
News
Occupants – and tortoise – safe after fire breaks out at Ramsgate property
Residents – and a tortoise- had to leave a Ramsgate property after a fire broke out today (May 28) Kent […]
News
Seven Thanet stores shut down over illicit tobacco sales
Thanet District Council has led a multi-agency operation leading to closure orders on seven commercial properties involved in the sale […]
News
Emergency services at scene of Haine Road crash
Emergency services are at the scene of a crash in Haine Road this afternoon (May 28). Kent Police received a […]
Community
Broadstairs signwriter Paul Cummins to shine positive light on mental health awareness with 33-mile fundraising walk
“People with suicidal thoughts often go for walks and look for signs, a reason to live. Eventually some lose sight […]
News
Teenager punched and robbed of Gucci bag in Ramsgate robbery
A teenager was punched several times and had had his bag stolen during a robbery in Ramsgate. The victim was […]
Community
Thanet groups take part in the Great British Spring Clean
The Great British Spring Clean starts today (May 28) and groups in Thanet are taking part. The Friends of Kingsgate […]
Community
Butterfly themed challenges to mark International Thyroid Awareness Week
Thanet residents, Lorraine Williams, Victoria Stone, Sam Stokes, Dom and Jemma Channing and friends are marking International Thyroid Awareness Week, […]
News
Demand for children’s mental health services in Kent sharply rises amid Covid
By Local Democracy Reporter Ciaran Duggan The demand for mental health services for children and young people in Kent has […]
Education
Prestigious Science Quality Mark awarded to St Peter’s Junior School
St. Peter’s Junior School has been awarded the prestigious Primary Science Quality Mark for its commitment to science education. Headed […]