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Mayor Making in Rye 2026 – Pictures and video

Chris Hoggart takes over with Pat Hughes as deputy

Two wins for Reform UK in Rye

Dan Bradley wins both county and district council seats in local elections

Fatal crash between Rye and Appledore

Motorbike rider died after accident on Military Road

New defibrillator at Camber Beach

Celebrating a special first responder

Public toilets to be discussed

Two important meetings on Monday 11 will decide next steps

News in brief 8 May

Yacht rescue off Fairlight, how AI is being used in Rye and kitesurfers compete at Camber

Marshlink adds value

Station activities create ‘impressive’ social value for communities says partnership

Masterclass from USA kickboxing legend

Martial arts advice inspires students at Sean Kinsella school

Rye stutter in the T20 Cup

The league season starts this weekend for Cricket Club

“Be your own person” – advice from one Mayor of Rye to the next

As the chain of office is handed over Andy and Niki reflect on life as mayor and mayoress

Vote 2026 on 7 May

Candidates statements for county and district elections published in Rye News

A true heartbeat of Rye has died

Tributes to Anne Wood - a friend to so many