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Monthly Archives: October, 2016

A niche community bus success

Nearly £ 2,000 was raised for the new John Izod community bus at the Niche Fashion Show held last week

Swap shop’s 4th anniversary

Since the recycle swapshop started four years ago, it has become a popular success and its results are measurable in numbers

Rye Chronicle just published

An entertaining new book has just been published about some Rye 'characters' seen about the town every day, but not often spoken to.

Virtual oil on untroubled waters

Agency staff demonstrate how to save Strand Quay from pollution

Prestigious award for Tuscan

Another accolade for Rye hospitality comes with an award for authentic Italian cuisine won by the Tuscan Rye in Lion Street

Bonfire, battle & stormin’ Normans

Did torrential rain, blasting winds and soaked spectators cast a dampener on Hastings bonfire blast on Saturday? Of course not - the town shook itself off like a wet dog and romped home

No shame in crying

On a cold and windy October morning, visitors to Hastings were crying with joy as a fascinated crowd watched with interest

Business Spotlight: Purdie Gallery

We may stop to admire a creative seasonal window display, enjoy the fragrance as we pass a shop, or be tempted by some sweet treat, but how much do we know about the person behind the scene who is making it all happen

Mysterious finds to ponder over

Next time please take your rubbish with you and not leave it cluttering the beach for others to clear

Rye Bay Crew entertains

Experience the versatility of Rye Bay Crew at two events coming up shortly

The rain falls as the goals flow

Last Saturday 8 October in a match sponsored by Pete the pane Window Cleaning Services Rye Town made the trip to face 2nd placed Herstmonceux, with both teams hoping to continue there unbeaten starts to the season. Shane Ridgers reports.

Turpin’s private view of Dixter

The private view of Louis Turpin's exhibition at Dixter resulted in the sale of ten works, and provides a new perception of the Great Hall itself

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