News
Speed Watch attacked by council
Icklesham Parish Council has never liked Winchelsea Speed Watch. They have re-opened hostilities with criticism of the community group. Angry volunteers have asked on how councillors can judge something which they have studiously ignored. County Councillor Keith Glazier has also come in for criticism.
School’s out, weather changes
Whether holidaymakers are at sea or on the sand they can still run into difficulties and when the weather is as changeable as it has been, their problems are wide- ranging - from a beached boat to a family row that gets out of hand or a traffic jam
Rye Harbour are petanque champs
With only 30 or so miles between Rye and France, it is not surprising that the French game of Petanque (or boules) is alive, well and flourishing in this part of the country. League matches are played every Tuesday and Dennis Leeds-George has the results so far.
Rye 2nds get back on track
Rye second team revivied their season with an impressive batting display against Glynde followed by some efficient fielding
Kshemal tops wicket chart
Rye's cricketers entertained Wisborough Green at the Salts looking for a win which would push them closer to the promotion spots. Read Martin Blincow's report here
Tax refuser escapes jail
An anti-war campaigner has been sentenced to prison for refusing to pay council tax as it "was used to fund wars". This argument had already been found to be without merit and he was only released after a friend had paid the amount owed
Museum’s fete-full day stays dry
Rye's Castle Museum held a fundraising garden party last Saturday, 18 July, at 11 High Street in bright sunshine compared to last year's downpour which led to the "garden party" being held indoors in the Museum's East Street premises