Election Day

Today is Election Day

This is probably the most open election held in this country since the early 1900s. No one seems to have a clue as to the outcome. Every single vote in every single constituency will count this time.

Many newspapers and magazines, even television companies are biased toward one political party or another – some even tell their readers which way to vote.

 

 

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Cinema in Rye

By Jim Hollands

Rye’s first Moving Picture Theatre was situated near the bottom of Landgate on the eastern side of the road. It is difficult to imagine in these modern times of mass media, what an amazing experience it was for someone living in late Victorian or Early Edwardian times to witness moving pictures for the first time. Continue reading Cinema in Rye

Hands Across the Sea at Hythe

INTERNATIONAL WEEKEND

Excitement is growing for the “Hands across the Sea” International Weekend organised by the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts’ Club. It is happening at Westenhanger, Folkestone Racecourse, Nr Hythe which is a huge site of some 220 acres, so there is plenty of room to enjoy yourself and the spectacular displays of cars that will Continue reading Hands Across the Sea at Hythe

Jack’s Back Where He Belongs

East Sussex racer Jack Barlow makes successful return to the track taking 3rd at Brands Hatch. Continue reading Jack’s Back Where He Belongs

Hands Across the Sea at Hythe

INTERNATIONAL WEEKEND

Excitement is growing for the “Hands across the Sea” International Weekend organised by the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts’ Club. It is happening at Westenhanger, Folkestone Racecourse, Nr Hythe which is a huge site  Continue reading Hands Across the Sea at Hythe

The Anchor is Safe

The Heritage Centre Anchor is quite safe

Rye Town Clerk, Richard Farhall tells us

“The timber needed to be replaced but the Environment Agency A has a policy of not using hardwood so there was a delay while a reclaimed source could be found. Then the EA’s carpenter was off. He is back now but there are certain activities he can no longer easily do – and so volunteers are helping. A soon as I have a return date I will let everyone know”.

 

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