Monthly Archives: September, 2016
Rother sells off more assets
The process of asset disposals by Rother District Council continues, but now there appears to be much more local consultation
Rail misery strikes again
Here we go again - more unnecessary disruption to the Rye rail service. Regular commuter Viv Watts reports on the current chaos as a result of the dispute between Southern and RMT
Positively not last performance
Rye Film Club stalls but hopes to rise again with a trial series of foreign films, but it needs stronger audience support
Accident on A259, New Road
For the residents of New Road, Rye the alarm sounds of fire engine and ambulance rushing towards Camber are depressingly familiar - this time tragedy struck closer on their door-step
Lots to discuss at RTC meeting
Rye's Town Council had its first meeting on Monday after politics took its summer break and it had a very full agenda . . . with parking, dogs and housing among the items up for discussion
Down on the farm
Farmers have long used chemicals to control pests and improve their crop yields. Our farming correspondent argues that their responsible use is essential for feeding rising populations
More murders on the Marsh
A series of murder mysteries set on Romney Marsh was launched on Saturday at the Rye Bookshop
Bensonites mass at Mermaid
More than 60 EF Benson afficionados assembled at the Mermaid last weekend to celebrate the life of their much loved "Fred"
Heritage Open Day in Winchelsea
Want to see a fascinating medieval cellar, with some almost unique medieval ship graffiti? Your next chance will be on Saturday September 10, when the cellar under Blackfriars Barn in Winchelsea will be opened for Heritage Open Days
Let’s all get sailing!
Rye Harbour Sailing Club is expanding and opening its doors to all who want to try sailing. The Club Commodore outlines their plans here