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Monthly Archives: February, 2015

Stirring it up – then and now

The Campaign for a Democratic Rye might have failed in its original aims of bringing more democracy to local government, but it has not given up the fight and has re-emerged as a force campaigning for action in Rye

Birth of a new pressure group

A fresh start has been made by members of what was - until a short time ago - the Campaign for a Democratic Rye. This week activists gathered to work out how they will help to make the most of the town that they are so proud to live in. John Howlett reports . . .

Blood and gore at the King’s Head

This week Beer and Skittles visits the King's Head, Rye Hill, where butchers used to meet for a potent mix of beer, blood, gambling - and the tenderising of meat

Developers win planning row

Dismayed residents of Meryon Court have learnt that Rother District Council planners have given the developers of 53 Cinque Ports Street retrospective approval for the changes made to the original plans, seemingly without regard to their protests

Tackling or creating grot-spots?

Dear Editor I applaud the appointment of a town steward...

Icklesham Veterans lead the way

Icklesham football teams suffered defeat, a pitch unfit for playing on and a last-minute change of venue. But the Veterans surged to victory and now top their League

Rye Bay guide, hot off the press

The 2015 edition of the Rye Bay guide is now available, with lots of useful editorial, adverts and information on how to reach the area, where to stay and what to do. The guide is produced by volunteers and can be picked up from leading retailers in Rye and farther afield

Two goalies grab a win for Iden

Iden played their first game in weeks against bottom of the table Robertsbridge. A depleted squad left manager Chip Winton with selection problems, but he managed to secure victory

FixMyStreet pleads Winchelsea

As the roads and pavements in Winchelsea continue to deteriorate, frustrated residents complain that no one is interested in genuinely tackling the problem. So local conservation lobby Winchelsea Heritage is making sure East Sussex knows exactly what needs to be done

East Sussex carries on cutting

As the squeeze on funding from central government continues,...

Rail shame ‘is customers’ fault’

The annual customer satisfaction survey by "Which?" magazine shows that Southern Railway, which runs trains from Hastings and Rye, and Southeastern, which runs the HS1 from Ashford, are two of the worst three rail companies in the country in terms of customer satisfaction. Southern is keeping quiet but Southeastern blames its customers

Local audience lucky in love

Acting Up's latest production of opera highlights delighted and moved the audience. An eclectic selection of music showcased the talents of the singers and made for an entertaining and memorable evening

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