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