News
Sadness as popular The Sage Cafe in Ramsgate ceases trade
A popular café in Ramsgate has ceased trading this week after issues with the roof impacted business. The Sage Café […]
Month: December 2022
News
Woman in care of health professionals following welfare concern call to Margate main sands
A woman is in the care of health professionals following a welfare concern report in Margate today (December 23). Police, […]
News
Westgate specialist care home put in special measures following CQC inspection
A Westgate care home has been placed in special measures following an inspection by health watchdog, the Care Quality Commission […]
Education
Laleham Gap students, staff and families plant 560 trees in school grounds
Laleham Gap School in Ramsgate ended 2022 on a Green ecological high with the mass planting of 560 trees in […]
Events
Ramsgate mum who thought university and art career ‘not an option’ holds first solo exhibition at Turner Contemporary
A Ramsgate mum-of-one who thought art could never be a realistic career choice is now holding her first solo exhibition […]
News
Arrest in Dumpton as part of modern slavery investigation
A man was arrested at a property in Dumpton yesterday (December 22) as part of an investigation into modern slavery. […]
News
Ambulance service December 28 strike called off
The GMB union has called off ambulance service strike action on December 28 due to the overwhelming support shown to […]
Galleries
A giant fisherman, fabulous lanterns and joyous drumming at Ramsgate’s winter parade
A giant fisherman, glowing jellyfish, boats, and the sound of drumming filled Ramsgate town yesterday evening (December 22) as the […]
News
Mum’s disgust at global baby company over ‘uncaring’ response to disabled son’s needs
A mum-of-three has slammed a global baby company for its uncaring response after she appealed for some flexibility on buying […]
News
Update: Police identify man as part of Broadstairs assault investigation
UPDATE: Following the appeal officers have identified the man and asked for images to be removed. Police officers investigating a […]
Business
Mini-revamp at The Minnis Bay Bar and Brasserie in Birchington
The Minnis Bay Bar and Brasserie in Birchington has undergone a mini revamp. The site has been redecorated and has […]
News
Developer appeal over council refusal for 74-home plan on agricultural land off Reading Street Road
An application to build 74 homes on land off Reading Street Road which was refused by Thanet council has gone […]
News
Crew called to car fire in Ramsgate
Kent Fire and Rescue Service has attended a car fire in Ramsgate this morning (December 22). The fire service was […]
Community
Thanet’s Santa bus raising money for Demelza children’s hospice appeal
Staff at Thanet’s Stagecoach depot have gone all out with their Santa bus this year. Handrails have been turned into […]
Property
Plan to convert Wheatsheaf pub into three flats submitted to council
An application to convert the Wheatsheaf pub in St Lawrence into three flats has been submitted to Thanet council. The […]
Community
New delivery for Margate’s QEQM Hospital’s special care baby unit
By Liz Crudgington The neonatal team at Margate’s QEQM Hospital’s special care baby unit (SCBU) have received a very special […]
Community
Queen’s Green Canopy memorial tree plantings in Thanet
Memorial trees in honour of Queen Elizabeth II have been planted in Thanet, with more planned in the new year. […]
News
BBC werewolf comedy being filmed in Cliftonville
Cast and crew have been in Cliftonville filming for a new BBC short set in a fictional British seaside town. […]
News
Found: Ramsgate man Ryan Kelly
Update: Ryan has been found safe and well. Kent Police officers are appealing for information to help find a missing […]
Business
Finbar’s restaurant in Westgate to launch The Chef Series for 2023
A family-run restaurant in Westgate is teaming up with a grand guesthouse in the town and chefs from local businesses […]
Events
Turner Contemporary remains open during £1.6 million maintenance programme works
Works underway at Turner Contemporary as part of a ten year maintenance programme are expected to cost £1.6million. The project […]
Sport
Christmas cheer for Wanderers in local derby at Deal
By Colin Whiteley DEAL & BETTESHANGER LION RFC 16 – 21 THANET WANDERERS RUFC Danny Clement returned to the front […]
News
Ambulance service staff at picket line in Ramsgate on day of strike action
Paramedics, Emergency Care Assistants, call handlers and other ambulance service staff are manning picket lines in a days of strike […]
Events
The Broadstairs New Year’s Day dip returns
After a quiet couple of years due to the pandemic, the Broadstairs New Year’s Day dip in aid of Children’s […]
Education
Reading around the firepit and a Secret Santa book swap for St Nicholas pupils
Toasting marshmallows with a mug of warming hot chocolate around a fire pit and reading stories was enjoyed by children […]
News
Road closed in Broadstairs following traffic collision
Police closed a road in Broadstairs following a traffic collision this evening (December 20) A crash took place on A255 […]
Business
The Royal pub in Ramsgate ceases Saturday night trading ‘with immediate effect’
The Royal on Ramsgate’s Harbour Parade will not open on Saturday nights with immediate effect, it has been announced today. […]
News
Early shutdown of Southeastern services on Christmas Eve
Southeastern is reminding passengers that services will close earlier than usual on Christmas Eve. Due to strike action by RMT members at […]
News
Stagecoach to trial £2 single journey fare cap
Stagecoach has confirmed it will be participating in the Department for Transport’s £2 fare cap scheme. Stagecoach will run a […]
News
Ramsgate FC chairman James Lawson marks three years in role as club’s Christmas programme for children gets underway
Photos by Louis McLaren As Ramsgate FC chairman James Lawson marks his third anniversary of running the club the focus […]