Fly a flag for the Commonwealth
Come and celebrate Commonwealth Day and hear a message from HM the Queen, on March 9 at the town hall. Join in locally and nationally to share in raising the Commonwealth flag
Hundreds sign ‘Save NHS’ petitions
Supporters of a 38 Degrees action day met with a big response in Rye - hundreds signed a petition calling on parliamentary candidates to pledge that they would stop further privatisation of the NHS
Beckley bounce back to victory
Beckley Rangers were looking to bounce back with victory in the Crowborough and District U18s League A Division football match as they travelled away to play against Tonbridge Junior Gunners at the weekend. Did they do it? Read on
Pull the other one . . .
In Part Five of our Beer & Skittles series on local inns and ale houses, David Russell recalls the now absent Red Lion in Rye
Do birds threaten Lydd disaster?
As the pile of rock armour to keep the sea out of Dungeness nuclear power station grows steadily, so are the numbers of migrating birds - and local protestors warn that bird strikes may be a bigger threat
Charity shop shares its profits
Rye Community Charity Shop recently held its second funding presentation evening. It took place at the Charity Shop, 7 Cinque Ports street, where four community groups were awarded grants
Figgis films piano competition
The acclaimed British movie-maker Mike Figgis, pictured above, has trained his lenses on the performers at this year's Hastings piano concerto contest. The films he produces are shown on a dedicated YouTube channel, writes Julian Norridge
The treasure beneath your feet
Many visitors to Winchelsea are unaware of the history that lies underground. The ancient town has as many medieval cellars as the cities of Southampton and Norwich and, every year, the local archaeological society conducts tours showing off the unique and fascinating archaeology
Galloping gourmets race to victory
This year's scallop festival got off to a swimmingly great start and never looked back. Ollie Campion, who inaugurated the festival a few years ago, was delighted to report that on the first weekend Simply Italian sold 10 kilos of scallops and the Ypres Castle Inn sold a whopping 38 kilos.
Local problems, local solutions
Common sense has triumphed. The appointment of a local Town Steward to deal with local problems is working, writes Christopher Strangeways. What other local problems could be tackled, and dealt with efficiently in this manner?
Winchelsea’s secret gardens
Winchelsea's secret gardens will be opened to support charities this spring and summer. The main June opening raises more money in one day for the National Gardens Scheme than any other event in the county. Money raised goes to national cancer care and hospice charities
Learn to lamb locally
A local farm is offering short courses covering every aspect of lambing and the chance to stay in a shepherd's hut. Students will learn how to spot the signs of impending labour, to care for new-borns and about the opportunities for fostering. Participants include beginners and prospective shepherds.
Oyez, oyez . . . time to speak up
Rye's Town Meeting is looming - this is your chance to find out what is going on and voice your opinions. It's an election year and town and district councillors will be looking for your vote as well as your MP candidates.
Prayers answered at St Anthony’s
An audience of more than 50 parishioners burst into spontaneous applause at the news that a new priest will be appointed to the Catholic church of St Anthony of Padua following the unexpected departure of Father Paul Clarke, scotching rumours that the church might close
Brewery Yard site for sale
The Brewery Yard Club at King Street, Landgate is up for sale. But its history and its links with the Royal British Legion and their previous assets are interesting. The Brewery Yard Club broke away from the RBL in 2006 and some Legion records, photographs and trophies have never been seen since
Rye Show in new hands
Rye's hospital is to focus its money-making energies on its summer fete. For 10 years its big fundraiser has been the Rye Show but trustees have decided to let another charity benefit instead
Let’s go to the movies!
50 shades of naughtiness comes to Rye (pictured above). Why not whip up to the Kino for a cheeky peek from this Friday? Delve further to see our overview of films showing in Rye over the next week, together with links to trailers.
Alternative catwalk will be a lark
If you think those skinny models are just not your size and shape, an alternative catwalk may be the answer, with up-cycled clothes and accessories .
Who and what is in your past?
Rye Partnership will be running a family history course at Tilling Green Community Centre, Mason Road on March 9 and 10. Although this is...
Vine bar to open soon
La Maison du Vin Wine Bar and Antiques is opening soon at the White Vine House, 24 High Street, Rye, where the Ambrette restaurant...