News
Funeral date and AndyFest tribute event announced for Ramsgate’s Andy Barrett
The funeral date and a music and belly-dancing tribute event in memory of Ramsgate entrepreneur Andy Barrett have been announced. […]
Month: July 2022
News
Plan to convert Wheatsheaf pub into flat and two HMOs rejected by Thanet council
An application to convert The Wheatsheaf pub in St Lawrence into one flat , a 4-bed house of multiple occupation […]
Events
Return of Ramsgate RNLI junior fishing competition
Following a two year pause the Ramsgate RNLI junior fishing competition is back this August. It had been planned to […]
Business
The Royal Fish Bar opens in Ramsgate’s Harbour Street after complete refurb
A Ramsgate fish bar has had a full refurbishment and regained its five star rating after the property owners took […]
News
Tribute to long-standing Ramsgate RNLI supporter Elsie Miller
Ramsgate RNLI station has shared sad news of the death of a long standing supporter of the RNLI family. Elsie […]
News
CCTV issued following theft of customised rear spoiler from vehicle in Margate
A CCTV image of two men has been issued by officers investigating the theft of a unique car accessory in […]
News
Discovery Park firm HyPoint in deal to test Hydrogen Fuel Cell equipped aircraft at Manston
A Silicon Valley-based US business which opened a site in Discovery Park at Sandwich in February has agreed a partnership […]
Sport
Certificates and a water fight to mark final Thanet Wanderers SEND hub session
By Colin Whiteley The final introduction to Rugby and training session of the term has been held for children with […]
Events
Dry conditions and direct shore winds prompt cancellation of Broadstairs firework display tonight
Tonight’s free firework event in Broadstairs has been cancelled for safety reasons. Broadstairs Firework Events, which organises the displays, says […]
News
Westgate residents appeal to government to quash plans for 5G mast near junior school
Residents in Westgate have contacted the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities, to ask him to revoke […]
News
Frail Westgate pensioner loses £10,000 in phone scam and initially refused refund by bank
UPDATE: Today (July 27) Nat West has informed the gentleman that his money has been refunded A 78 year old […]
News
Thanet council refuses permission for 115 home development in Minster
Loss of grade 1 agricultural land, a possible increased risk of foul flooding from the sewer network, a lack of […]
News
Child abuser from Sandwich jailed for 18 offences
An abuser from Sandwich who preyed on children online and in person has been jailed. Daniel Noelken was arrested following […]
News
Three teens arrested after man suffers facial injuries in Margate ‘disturbance’
Two teenage girls and an 18-year-old man have been arrested after a man suffered facial injuries during an incident in […]
News
Strike action to disrupt Southeastern services
Only 44 of 180 railway stations served by Southeastern will be open tomorrow (July 27) and there will be no […]
Sport
Win for Broadstairs 1st XI away to Whitstable
Broadstairs travelled to fellow seasiders Whitstable at the weekend in a vital game for both teams in their respective bid […]
News
Thanet teens on a mission to raise funds for Diversity UK
A team of 15 Thanet youngsters are holding fundraising events this week for Diversity UK. The group, aged between 15 […]
Education
County Council’s urgent appeal for SEND transport applications to be submitted
By Local Democracy Reporter Ciaran Duggan Politicians have warned “trust” needs to be rebuilt between a council and Kent parents […]
News
Police assist after open top bus incident in Broadstairs
Stagecoach’s open top bus was damaged this morning (July 26) after the top deck windscreen collided with a building in […]
News
Police appeal for trio on scooter to come forward in Tomlin Drive arson investigation
Detectives investigating a suspicious fire in Margate are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward, in particular three people […]
News
Ramsgate’s Ellington Park awarded Green Flag and Green Heritage Site status
Ellington Park in Ramsgate has been awarded Green Flag and Green Heritage Site status. The Green Flag Award scheme, managed […]
Galleries
Record-breaking year for Music Day at Garden Gate Project
A brilliant £8,500 has been raised at the Garden Gate Project Music Day on Saturday (July 23) which will go […]
News
Police investigate suspected arson following blaze in Tomlin Drive
Detectives investigating a suspicious fire in Margate last night (July 24) are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Kent Police […]
News
Offensive weapon and emergency worker assault arrests made by patrols on Margate seafront
Two people were arrested yesterday (July 24) by officers carrying out patrols on Margate seafront. A teenager from Sheerness was […]
Events
Lots of free fun on offer at the Broadstairs Water Gala
Teddy Bears picnic fun, King Neptune and a Victorian beach party will all feature in the Broadstairs Water Gala on […]
Education
Upton pupils’ art with ‘important message’ to go on public display
Artwork by Upton Junior School children depicting the message ‘protect our planet’ is to go on public display in Broadstairs. […]
News
Eight call-outs in one day for Margate RNLI
A combination of sunshine and a fresh offshore breeze resulted in eight call-outs in one day for Margate RNLI’s volunteer […]
Opinion
Matthew Munson: Moving into a new phase
It’s Saturday lunchtime and the flat is quiet – almost too quiet. Bryan is at a birthday party today (playing […]
News
Crews at scene of shed fire that spread to flats in Margate
Crews are attending a shed fire in Margate that has spread to adjoining flats. Kent Fire and Rescue was called […]
Events
Meet characters from history with the Ramsgate Costumed Walks volunteers
Meet famous characters from Ramsgate’s history on a walk with a dedicated band of volunteers. The Ramsgate Costumed Walks group […]