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Monthly Archives: December, 2015

Dancing down in the woods

The show finally drew to a close on Sunday December 20 for Rye Dance Centre as they were "Down in the Woods" over the weekend

The countdown begins . . .

Christmas is coming, the trains are not running, shops are staying open late and there will be church services. So business as usual then . . .

Great Expectations uncovered

Great expectations were met on December 12, but who organised it - and were they pleased?

Time for a quick kip before . . .

Santa's arrival. reindeer, ice rink and the end of the day - our final pictures from Great Expectations

A problem that has not gone away

A loading bay was provided at the front of The George Hotel, but deliveries to the hotel in Lion Street are still a problem - and a solution is sought

Burglars hit Winchelsea

A spate of four burglaries has shocked residents of Winchelsea but most worried will be second home-owners. All four properties burgled were second homes

‘Georgian’ house’s secrets

An ancient Rye building undergoing conversion is revealing some secrets - but first the safe had to be removed

Supporting families

Toys and games donated at St Mary's recent Toy...

Taxi booth going places

There was no Lord Sugar, no Dragons just one man and his idea, which in just six months has grown. Dan Lake reports

Boosting Fair Trade

Fair Trade helps overseas producers in poorer countries get fair prices - but do you know who locally stocks such goods?

Windows spring into light

When darkness falls and our subtle street lighting throws shadows, some buildings take on a new lease of life. But do you recognise them all?

Santa’s Grotto kept busy

Sold out before he even started. Is he a pop star ? Is he a politician ? No, it's Santa

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