Rye News

The 2015 edition of the Rye Bay guide is now available, with lots of useful editorial, adverts and information on how to reach the area, where to stay and what to do. The guide is produced by volunteers and can be picked up from leading retailers in Rye and farther afield

Iden played their first game in weeks against bottom of the table Robertsbridge. A depleted squad left manager Chip Winton with selection problems, but he managed to secure victory

As the roads and pavements in Winchelsea continue to deteriorate, frustrated residents complain that no one is interested in genuinely tackling the problem. So local conservation lobby Winchelsea Heritage is making sure East Sussex knows exactly what needs to be done

As the squeeze on funding from central government continues, East Sussex's spending plans for the year ahead see a cut of £18 million. This brings savings made...

The annual customer satisfaction survey by "Which?" magazine shows that Southern Railway, which runs trains from Hastings and Rye, and Southeastern, which runs the HS1 from Ashford, are two of the worst three rail companies in the country in terms of customer satisfaction. Southern is keeping quiet but Southeastern blames its customers

Acting Up's latest production of opera highlights delighted and moved the audience. An eclectic selection of music showcased the talents of the singers and made for an entertaining and memorable evening

The Ambrette has closed. But only very briefly. On Saturday it reopens at No 6 High Street, where Il Monastero used to be, to honour bookings from far and wide for a Valentine's dinner. Meanwhile, Tuscan Kitchen has changed hands, a feat achieved without a ripple on the surface, unnoticed by those who dine there and enjoy Agostino's Italian dishes

Our weekly look ahead to the films in Rye. Our movie of the week, pictured above, Kino Rye's romantic Valentine's special: "Brief Encounter". Take your tissues. Neale East reports

Should Tunbridgeware be renamed Ryeware? The fascinating story of these collectable pieces was revealed recently at Rye Museum

A solution has been found to bridging the gap over the river Brede at Sedlescombe. The new lightweight footbridge is the first of its kind...

Hate it? Love it? You know what I'm talking about. I confess that Cupid's bow strikes my heart - for drag, cabaret and Valentine tackiness

Rye Town Council spends on projects without any publicity or discussion with local townspeople, including the appointment of a town steward and, probably, the sale of Town Hall Cottage and purchase of two housing units. Isn't it time residents were part of a robust debate on local priorities, asks Mary Smith?

Monica Edwards, the award-winning children's author, spent much of her childhood at Rye Harbour and loved this area. A series of her books are set among the local community, with exciting adventures based on real events and people. Here is a small selection

Members of the Campaign for a Democratic Rye have been pondering how to go forward. Here are some of the answers they made to a questionnaire - seeking ideas and skills - handed out at their recent annual meeting

A car club could help reduce Rye's parking problems, at the same time providing a cost-effective and efficient solution for drivers, suggests Christopher Strangeways

Icklesham Casuals first team came back from a 3:0 disadvantage in the last 15 minutes of play against division one high-fliers Bexhill AAC. Icklesham fought back and won a valuable away point, taking them out of the relegation zone

It was a 7:1 thriller when Rye Bay under-12s took on Hastings United. A hat trick from Jordan Kilsby helped boost the goal difference, but the Rye team all defended and attacked with gusto and vim

Dear Editor The 10 Campaign for a Democratic Rye candidates in 2011 were elected on false and unachievable promises, such as: “We aim to take back...

Outstanding violinist Nuri Koseoglu, mezzo Rebekah Gilbert and the wonderful pianist Helen Ridout will be performing a selection of music by Mozart, Schubert, Kriesler...

Dear Editor If anyone gets a call from someone with an Indian accent purporting to be from Rye Town Council put the phone down on...