News

Stay informed on local events and their impact on Rye and the surrounding villages. From politics and local government, to humanitarian challenges and our local economy, our News coverage brings context and clarity to the stories shaping our local community.

Challenging questions to directors

The debate between directors of Rye Partnership, members and the public had no flash points but there were clear areas of concern. These included Tilling Green's new community centre, projects and financial losses. We publish some of the exchanges word-by-word . . .

By Ben Keeley

/ 19 Mar 2015

'Acid attack' charity run

Wendy Vu, owner of Elegant Nails in Landgate is running in the Hastings half-marathon on Sunday to raise money for a Vietnamese child injured and scarred in an acid attack.

By Kenneth Bird

/ 17 Mar 2015

1066 website replaces tourist office

Limited tourist information services will move to the Rye Heritage Centre on Strand Quay following the Lion Street office closure. While visitors to the town will find answers to their enquiries, phone calls and email requests will be handled by The 1066 Country website

By Ben Keeley

/ 16 Mar 2015

Roadworks cut off Winchelsea

For several nights, residents of the Ancient Town have found themselves cut off from Rye by roadworks on the A259 and having to get home via Pett. This is despite assurances from the Highways Agency and its contractor that they would be escorted in and out of the village.

By Ben Keeley

/ 13 Mar 2015

Residents defend Pipewell Gate

Everyone in Winchelsea agrees that the Pipewell Gate, which stands at the corner of the town overlooking Ferry Hill, is in urgent need of repair. Winchelsea Corporation, which owns the monument, claims that in order to get grants they must cater for visitors. But there is mounting concern among some

By Ben Keeley

/ 13 Mar 2015

Lifeboat crews need helping hands

Rye Harbour's lifeboat crews have just held two open sessions to encourage volunteers to come forward. But the response was a letdown for the men and women who often risk their lives for us, reports K T Bruce

By Ben Keeley

/ 12 Mar 2015

Police gift to sport centre

Rye Police have donated £500 to Rye Sports Centre to assist with the funding of an upgraded CCTV system. The gift comes from the Police Property Act Fund, made up

By Ben Keeley

/ 12 Mar 2015

Children are judging writers

Authors vying for East Sussex Children’s Book Award, organised by the county council’s Schools Library and Museum Service, will be visiting schools across the county in a bid

By Ben Keeley

/ 12 Mar 2015

All aboard for jumble

Rye Harbour Sailing Club is holding a Boat Jumble at the club on Sunday morning March 22 from 10:30.

By Charles Harkness

/ 12 Mar 2015

Crackdown on Blue Badge cheats

Motorists illegally using Blue Badges to park in disabled bays and avoid parking charges were the target for enforcement teams in a recent day of action when East Sussex County

By Ben Keeley

/ 12 Mar 2015

Studio students fly high

Rye Studio School students visit New York to study art, drama and retail skills; learn about every aspect of opera including costume design as a follow-up to the Rye Arts Festival; and acquire work placement experience in order to focus both on academic exams and future job opportunities

By Kenneth Bird

/ 12 Mar 2015

Few see flag raised

Town Hall staff and Rye News reporter Charles Harkness and myself were among the few to witness the raising of the Commonwealth flag on Monday, March 9 to celebrate Commonwealth

By Kenneth Bird

/ 12 Mar 2015