Rye & Battle Observer (St. Leonards-on-Sea, England) back issues from April 2008:
Election could cost Rye [pounds sterling]4,500.
Apr 01, 2008 ... An election to fill a vacancy on Rye Town Council could cost the town [pounds sterling]4,5000. The election has been called following the resignation of Democracy For Rye group councillor Sylvia Willgoss. She became the third Democracy for Rye councillor to stand down ...
Sale raises vital funds for Icklesham hall project.
Apr 01, 2008 ... Icklesham Players raised [pounds sterling]600 toward the hall and pavilion restoration fund when they held a sale on Saturday. Joan Baker, from the Players, said: "It was very well supported and the rain held off until the end, which is a very good thing as we had stalls ...
Jempsons lead the way in ditching disposable carrier bags.
Apr 01, 2008 ... Peasmarsh store Jempsons has become the first supermarket in the area to phase out disposable carrier bags. The family owned firm aims to phase out the environmentally harmful bags by May. Disposable bags will be disappearing from the supermarket at Peasmarsh, ...
Rye bus service hit by EU red tape.
Apr 01, 2008 ... EU regulations risk ruining a reliable Rye bus service say passengers. But an EU directive on working conditions means bus company Stagecoach has had to divide the route into two parts. New rules mean that a bus driver cannot complete any one single route journey of ...
Elderly and disabled left waiting for bus passes.
Apr 01, 2008 ... Elderly and disabled people in the Rye and Battle area have been left waiting for their bus passes. Rother District Council issued an apology this wek for the delay in getting the bus passes sent out. A council spokesman said: "We apologiuse on behalf of our ...
Crack-down on Rye motorcycle menace.
Apr 01, 2008 ... Police are cracking down on motorcycle and moped riders following a string of complaints in Rye. One youth had his bike seized by police after he was caught pulling wheelies in Rye town centre. Rye officer PC Andy Hanson said: "This was his second warning and due to ...
Playgroup needs help raising money for new safety equipment.
Apr 01, 2008 ... A playgroup is trying to raise funds to pay for new safety surfacing in its playground. Battle Pre-School Playgroup in Asten Fields needs [pounds sterling]15,000 towards the work and has so far collected [pounds sterling]2,500 throigh various fund-raising events. Jo ...
Rye area crime round-up.
Apr 01, 2008 ... Here is a round-up of crimes comitted in the Rye area during the past week. FLY-TIPPED rubbish was set alight at Rye Harbour Road on Monday afternoon. Damage was caused to a gate post. The fire was reported at 12.10pm. AN axe was stolen from a farm ...
Youngsters make big impression at Northiam Spring Show.
Apr 02, 2008 ... Local children added to the colourful displays on show when Northiam Horticultural Society held its Spring Show at the village hall on Saturday. Mrs Joy Taylor netted three cups, including the Frewen Challenge Bowl and the ...
Entries up for Winchelsea Flower Show.
Apr 02, 2008 ... Winchelsea New Hall was filled with colourful blooms on Saturday when the Garden Society held a successful Spring Show. Society secretary Cynthia Feat said: "It was a great day and entries were well up on last ...
Camber Youth Club not to blame for hall vandalism.
Apr 02, 2008 ... Camber youth club members should not be blamed for vandalism to the Memorial Hall say local youth workers. More than [pounds sterling]700 of damage was caused to the hall earlier this month when vandals smashed two windows, damaged a fire door and tore an extractor fan off the ...
New Battle Guide hut to open.
Apr 02, 2008 ... After nine years of hard work, the new Battle Guide Hut finally opens on Friday. The hut, which stands on the recreation ground at North Trade Road, has been used by the Guides since February last year, but work on decorating and fitting out the hut has only just finished. ...
Tool theft case adjourned for trial.
Apr 02, 2008 ... Two men accused of trying to steal thousands of pounds worth of builders tools saw their case adjourned. John Caffrey, 47, of Blacklands, Sedlescombe, and James Danks, 31, of Darvel Down, Netherfield, appeared before Hastings Magistrates Court on Monday. They faced ...
Winchelsea launches new Conservation Society.
Apr 02, 2008 ... Winchelsea's new Conservation Society is now up and running. It was formally established at a well-attended public meeting last Thursday. Over 50 residents have joined already and it is hoped that this number will soon be doubled. Dr Don Clarke will chair ...
Playden man George remembered through Care Centre donation.
Apr 02, 2008 ... A specialist chair has been donated to Rye Memorial Care Centre in memory of Playden resident George Colsell. Care Centre administrator Wendy Hurst said: "This wonderfully useful stroke chair was kindly donated to the hospital in memory of George Colsell by all his friends. ...
Battle's wait for green bins continues...
Apr 02, 2008 ... Battle residents are still waiting for their green wheelie bins, despite being told to expect them at Easter. Robert Gee, of Tollgates, contacted the Observer after being told by Rother District Council he would not receive his bin in the foreseeable future. Mr Gee ...
Battle graffiti woe.
Apr 03, 2008 ... Graffiti vandals are causing misery in Battle, according to one resident. Robert Gee, of Tollgates, says he believes the problem has worsened recently, with North Trade Road recreation ground a particular favourite for the graffiti louts. Mr Gee said: "Battle is ...
OAP injured in Battle crash.
Apr 03, 2008 ... A pensioner was taken to hospital after she was hit by a car in Mount Street, Battle, on Tuesday. The 74-year-old woman suffered a foot injury in the collision and ...
Full steam ahead for Rye Country Show.
Apr 03, 2008 ... Plans have been unveiled for this year's Rye Country Show. The show, held at Salts Farm, is the biggest annual fund raiser for Rye Memorial Care Centre. The Care Centre suffered a major blow last year when the show had to be cancelled following a suspected outbreak of ...
Thomas Peacocke holding Beatles Day concert.
Apr 03, 2008 ... Students from Rye's Thomas Peacocke College will be celebrating the Fab Four when they hold a Beatles Day at the school on Friday. Head of music, Chris McGeever said: "Many of our students will be taking part in the Hastings Beatles day on Sunday but wanted to showcase their ...
Theatre workshop at Robertsbridge.
Apr 03, 2008 ... Robertsbridge Community College hosted a dance theatre workshop and performance by the Somerset-based theatre company Pretty Good Girl last Friday. Twenty-six Year 11 GCSE drama students took part in a very strenuous two hour workshop based on the themes to be seen in the ...
Battle Horticultural Society spring show a success.
Apr 03, 2008 ... There were plenty of entries for the annual Battle Floral and Horticultural Society Spring Show. There were entries from new members, and also new were two new cups for the childrens' classes, thanks to the generosity of Rother View Nursery and Webbs Home and Garden Store. ...
Contractors work through night to get Rye to Peasmarsh road re-opened.
Apr 03, 2008 ... Southern Water says its contractors are working around the clock to get the A268 Rye - Peasmarsh road open. The road was first closed at the end of February for emergency repairs to a pipe. But complications meant the closure ran on causing problems for local shops, pubs and ...
Flooding comments sought.
Apr 03, 2008 ... The Environment Agency is inviting people concerned about river flooding in Rother and Romney to help identify how it can be managed for the next 100 years. The Agency is developing the Rother and Romney Catchment Flood Management Plan and the draft is now available for public ...
Catsfield ASBO breach man hit with fine.
Apr 04, 2008 ... When Jeffrey Cooper went into a post office to pay his car tax he was unaware he was breaching his anti-social behaviour order (ASBO), a court heard. Unemployed Cooper, 52, of The Stream, Catsfield, pleaded guilty to the breach before magistrates in Hastings this week, and was ...
New life-saving scheme launched in Battle.
Apr 04, 2008 ... South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Trust has been able to launch a new staff responder scheme in Battle, thanks to a generous donation. The Rotary Club of Battle has donated funds to the Trust to purchase two response kits, which will be presented to Battle ambulance ...
Local Action Plan launched in Robertsbridge.
Apr 04, 2008 ... The Salehurst and Robertsbridge Local Action Plan will be launched on Monday April 14 at Robertsbridge Community Hall. Copies of the publication will be available and the organisers are hoping to recruit volunteers for the various projects that villagers have asked to go ahead. ...
Chaos at Rye Post Office.
Apr 04, 2008 ... People were left queuing in the cold on Monday morning when Rye Post Office failed to open. A queue stretched from the post office door to the railway station as pensioners turned up to collect their money only to find the door locked. The delay is thought to be ...
Rye man in court facing charges of killing Sally Lofill.
Apr 04, 2008 ... A Rye motorist accused of causing the death of a cyclist by dangerous driving has had his case adjourned for two weeks by a judge at Lewes Crown Court. Simon Watts, 24, is alleged to have killed Sally Lofill who died after her electrically-assisted pedal cycle was in collision ...
Rye Special Constable tackles drunk train yob.
Apr 04, 2008 ... A Rye Special Constable has received a commendation after tackling an abusive drunk on the train. Special Constable Jack Greenhalf stepped in after a fare dodger became abusive with a guard on the Hastings to Rye train on December 11 last year. Jack held up his ...
Perfectionist Pat says farewell to Jempsons.
Apr 04, 2008 ... Frances Wynne, 'Pat' to her many friends, has retired from Jempsons of Peasmarsh after 28 years service. Pat was born and brought up in Bexhill but moved to Peasmarsh in 1966 with her husband Jack. They have two children, Julie and Shaun. With Jack's retirement ...
Catsfield kids are sporting superstars.
Apr 04, 2008 ... Catsfield pupils have a lot to smile about, as they have enjoyed a bumper year of sport successes this year. The school's football team are Sussex Small Schools Champions and at the South East tournament they narrowly missed, by one goal in extra time, the chance to play in the ...
"Amazing" Rye Primary will top league tables says head.
Apr 05, 2008 ... Rye's new primary school will top the league tables says head Paul Reilly. The charismatic head was applauded by local people when he gave an impassioned speech at the recent Annual Town Meeting. He said: "The new school will be amazing." "On one of my ...
Ambulance staff launch anti-violence campaign.
Apr 05, 2008 ... The South East Coast Ambulance Trust has launched a campaign to reduce violence and abuse against staff The Your Choice of Treatment campaign was launched last week after it was revealed that 1,870 NHS staff in the area had been physically assaults in the last three years. ...
BLOG says hello to Dolly.(Opera review)
Apr 07, 2008 ... Battle Light Opera Group will be taking to the stage once again next month for their latest production, Hello Dolly!. Tony Harris takes on the role of director with Jenny Dudgeon as musical director. Cathy Brown takes the part of Dolly Levi, with Richard Moore as ...
Road safety concerns over new Rye take-away.
Apr 07, 2008 ... There are concerns that a new Rye take-away could create traffic safety problems. Plans have been submitted to turn an empty shop at 46 Ferry Road into a takeaway. But Rye councillors are worried the location, near a busy junction and railway crossing, could cause ...
Peacocke Beatles Day success.
Apr 07, 2008 ... Talented students from Rye's Thomas Peacocke College raised [pounds sterling]500 for Rye Memorial Care Centre when they held a Beatles Day on Friday. The school hall was packed as students performed their tribute to the Fab Four. Students from all year groups ...
Rye children's club re-opens.
Apr 07, 2008 ... A Rye club for pre-school age children is set to re-open on Friday April 25. Rye Baptists Butterfly Club has been closed since Christmas for the first time in 20 years. Janet Farley, who helps run the Butterfly Club, said: "This group is for birth to school age ...
Fight to bring back station stops on the Rye line steps up a gear.
Apr 07, 2008 ... Rail campaigners are stepping up their fight to get a proper stopping service to stations on the Rye line. At present only the first and last trains of the day stop at Three Oaks, Doleham and Winchelsea. It means residents of the town and two villages are unable to ...
Train delays cause rush hour headache for passengers.
Apr 07, 2008 ... Commuters faced long delays on the Hastings to London railway line this morning (Monday). The line, which includes Battle, Crowhurst, Robertsbridge and Etchingham stations, was dogged by problems which saw some rush hour services delayed by several hours. Severe ...
Blue Cross launches rest home for horses at Northiam.
Apr 07, 2008 ... The Blue Cross launched its first rest and retirement home for horses at Northiam on Saturday. Northiam centre will care for retired horses that are not suitable for rehoming because they are very elderly or have medical conditions that require special care. The new ...
Rye lifeguards prove their worth.
Apr 07, 2008 ... A team of lifeguards from Rye Sports Centre were runners up in a competition that tested the abilities of lifeguards from across the south east. The event was organised by Freedom Leisure, who operate 14 sports centres, including those at Rye and Hastings. Eugene ...
House martins nests destroyed by elements says Rye Club.
Apr 07, 2008 ... Rye Clubacted to suggestions that it removed house martin nests from its Market Road building. The birds return here, to their original nests for the summer period after migrating to Africa for the winter. Beverly Moth, from Rye Club said: "The house martins' nests ...
Bluebell Walks at Icklesham will raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Apr 07, 2008 ... Bluebell walks around Icklesham will raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support Icklesham fund raisers, Sharon Sellens and family, will once again be organising three walks, for all abilities on Sunday May 11. The walks start at Icklesham Memorial Hall The ...
Battle Guide hut finally opens.
Apr 07, 2008 ... Around 100 supporters attended the official opening of Battle's new Guide hut at the North Trade Road recreation ground. Former Guiders and former Friends of Guiders joined representatives from clubs and societies which supported the Guides quest for a new hut, incuding Rotary ...
Environmental film gets screening in Rye.
Apr 07, 2008 ... The second in a series of environmental films gets a screening in Rye on Friday April 18. Called Who Killed the Electric Car, the film tells the story of of how General Motors produced an electric car in the 1990's and then - after a successful launch and thousands of ...
Former Rother Council Chairman Ron Dyason Dies.
Apr 07, 2008 ... Ron Dyason sadly passed away this morning. Councillor Dyason represented Bexhill Collington Ward on Rother District Council and Bexhill King Offa Ward on East Sussex County Council. He was first elected to Rother in May 1995 and served as Chairman in 2005/06. ...
Udimore's new hall project gets [pounds sterling]410 boost.
Apr 08, 2008 ... A jumble sale at Brede Vilage Hall on Saturday raised a total of [pounds sterling]410 for the new Udimore Community Hall ...
Funds keep community hall going.
Apr 08, 2008 ... A table sale at Winchelsea Beach Community Hall on Saturday raised in the region of [pounds sterling]200. The money wll contribute to the running costs of the hall, including the cost of insurance, ...
Fight is on to gain local control of Rye's allotments.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Rye Town Council is on the threshold of entering talks with Rother to determine who runs Rye's allotments in the future. The council has sought legal opinion on Rother Council's claims that it has the right to run the town's allotments and is now ready to mount a serious ...
Changes to runnning of Rye Flower and Vegetable Show.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Ii is all change at this year's Rye Flower and Vegetable Show with Rye Allotment Holders Association taking over the running of the event. Former Rye In Bloom chairman Lorna Hall will still be involved in the event , which is held at Rye Community Centre on the first Saturday ...
Knitting For Oliver.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Ladies from Northiam's Willing Fingers craft group have done their bit toward a bid to knit the longest scarf in Rye. The project is in memory of Peasmarsh Primary pupil Oliver Curd who died last year after losing his fight against a rare bone disease. The Oliver Curd ...
Winter wonderland at Battle - in April.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Winter made a dramatic return to Battle on Sunday as a blanket of snow covered the town. Residents were forced to pack away their t-shirts and shorts and once again dig out their woolly hats, scarves and jumpers as the unseasonable weather swept the country. Four ...
Robertsbridge mum helps pubs to recycle.
Apr 08, 2008 ... A Robertsbridge housewife, who launched a major recycling scheme for pubs and hotels in the Battle area, is encouraging other businesses to go green. Emma Watkins started up Greenbottles after discovering that pubs were not allowed to recycle their empty glass bottles. ...
Close shave for Robin Hood's Olly.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Icklesham barman Olly Alford had a close shave when he parted with his beard to raise money for St Michael's Hospice. Olly, who had been the proud owner of his beard for more than 30 years, amazed regulars at the Robin Hood when he volunteered for the good cause. He ...
Jempsons raise money for Marie Curie Cancer Care.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Staff from Jempsons handed over [pounds sterling]259 to marie Curie Cancer Care this week after raising money for the Daffodil Appeal. The cheque was gratefully received by the area Daffodil Day collection Co-ordinator Yolanda Laybourne The money was raised by ...
Rye Lions provide lunch for the town's senior citizens.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Nearly 100 senior citizens from Rye were treated to a meal and entertainment by Rye and District Lions on Sunday They were collected by Rye Community buses and Lions' cars and were greeted at the Community Centre with a welcoming drink before sitting down to full Sunday roast ...
Pothole danger for ambulances.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Potholes in North Trade Road are a hazard for ambulances carrying sick patients to hospital, according to one Battle resident. Robert Gee, of Tollgates, said his wife had told him she 'wanted to die' when the ambulance she was travelling in hit the uneven surface as it took her ...
All the colours of spring at Icklesham.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Tulips and daffodils made a fine spring display when Icklesham Horticultural Society held a show on Saturday. Other blooms to feature prominently included hyacinths and narcissi. There were classes for pot plants, best arrangement in a ...
Watch out for quad bike thieves.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Police are warning the public to look after their quad bikes following an increase in thefts of the vehicles. Over the past week, several bikes have gone missing from locations across Rother. Officers are encouraging quad bike owners to ensure their security measures ...
Sale boost hall funds at Fairlight.
Apr 09, 2008 ... Fairlight Village Hall Association raised in the region of [pounds sterling]150 when they held a table sale at the hall on Saturday. ...
Rye crime update.
Apr 09, 2008 ... Here is an update of crimes reported in the Rye area during the past week. AN unknown plastic object was set al.ight at Rye's Rope Walk, causing damage to a door. The incident happened between 9.15pm on Sunday and 8am on Monday. A BLACK Ford Galaxy parked ...
Rise in violence against hospital staff.
Apr 09, 2008 ... Almost one in five hospital staff working for East Sussex Hospitals Trust (ESHT) has experienced violence from patients and relatives, according to a survey out this week. Health watchdog the Healthcare Commission's National Survey of Staff 2007 showed that violence against ...
Families needed to host Chernobyl children.
Apr 09, 2008 ... Host families in the Rye area are desperately needed to help provide a break for teenagers affected by the Chernobyl power station melt-down. The Chernobyl Children Rye charity is once again hosting a group of ten teenagers who are in remission from cancer for two weeks from ...
Town Crier to open Rye Garden Party.
Apr 09, 2008 ... Rye Town Crier Rex Swain will be ringing his bell to open the Sue Ryder Garden Party in Rye on Saturday. Rex will open the free event at 11 High Street at 10am. During the party there will be an array of quality donated linen and children's clothes for sale. ...