NEWS & SPORT

A swashbuckling day in Rye

What a day! Rye Pirates and Smugglers 2026 saw thousands on the streets

Beach death at Camber investigated

18-year-old died after getting into difficulty in the sea with two other men rescued

National Highways says no for now

Concerns raised about access to housing development on New Road in Rye

Mental health support service launches in Rye

Weekly services each Tuesday at Tilling Green Centre

National Lottery success for the community garden

Funding award recognises success and future plans for a covered shelter

News in brief 14 August

The eclipse, main road to be closed at night next week, and the Green Waves Festival is this weekend at Tilling Green

Another hot day in the sun

Boiling temperatures on The Salts for Rye Cricket Club

A record number of entrants

Local players joined those from around the UK and the world in a successful week for Rye Lawn Tennis Club

Plans for a new Tillingham Bridge

Campaign launched for a new crossing to link Tilling Green to Rye College

PEOPLE

The Queen of Drama – Meet Pat Driver from Rye Players

The actor and producer submits to three degrees of curiosity questions

A pop-up postcard show

Rye graphic designer and artist Karen Wilks' work is on show for just this weekend

Rye Pirates thank the volunteers

Young marines played a vital role in making the day go smoothly

Dogs on show

A chance for your pet to shine at the Green Waves Festival this weekend

For one night only!

Guests join Rybellion Drummers to make some noise

OPINIONS

Well-intentioned advice or shaming?

Signs around Rye warn of hot pavements for pet owners

How many councillors does Rye need?

Latest proposals reduce number as East Sussex and Rother councils replaced

The boy who never forgot Iden. Memories from France of a visit sixty years ago

1950s and 60s visits learning English and staying at the village shop

Celebrities: who needs them?

Tell us your stories of who you've spotted out and about in Rye

Sunflowers are sign of hope

August is the best time to see them in bloom in all their glory

NATURE & ENVIRONMENT

One day two big shows

Rye and District Show and Rye Flower and Veg Show are both on Saturday 22 August

Parched in the unrelenting heat

July's report on the wildlife at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

Grow to learn with Rye Allotments Society

Celebrating what makes allotments special 10-16 August

Whimbrels, Curlews, Plovers and Terns

Fascinating sights and facts discovered during Marine Week Walk at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve

Salts mystery solved!

Faulty tidal equipment at Simmons Quay blamed but more research needed

ARTS & CULTURE

World class music

Looking ahead to some of the performances at next month's Rye Arts Festival

Free music event to support Sara Lee Trust

The Backyard Family Festival is on Saturday 22 August, at Waterworks Brewery

Feelgood vibes on the dancefloor

Rye Disco Festival warms up the community centre

Tuesday Painters Show offers new experiences

Exhibition opens 8 August and a chance to meet the artists

Meet Dandelion Charm

Don't miss the prog-folk duo's acoustic performance at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve