Rye2 days agoBook returned to library after 43 years in amnestyReaders return or renew more than 22,000 overdue loans and nearly 700 lost books in an amnesty.2 days ago14 May 2026Woman spent days in coma before cancer diagnosisYasmin Ashburnham was diagnosed with myeloma but initially dismissed the symptoms as fatigue.14 May 202612 Apr 2026The survival and renaissance of the Rye Town ModelThe model was saved by local residents who formed a charity which also saved the Heritage Centre.12 Apr 202625 Feb 2026People smuggler jailed for almost nine yearsAli Omar Karim pleaded guilty to conspiracy to assist unlawful immigration.25 Feb 202613 Feb 2026Supermarket plans approved despite objectionsRother councillors have given the green light to a new Aldi store in Rye, which currently has just one supermarket.13 Feb 202610 Feb 2026Supermarket considered as family-run store objectsJempson's, which operates Rye's only existing large supermarket, has opposed the planned Aldi store.10 Feb 20264 Feb 2026Teacher struck off over 'granny' OnlyFans contentLyndi Corston, 61, has apologised and admitted her behaviour was wrong, says a report. 4 Feb 202622 Nov 2025Captain Pugwash fronting tourism efforts in townJohn Ryan's estate has given permission for the Pugwash character to be used for this purpose.22 Nov 202515 Oct 2025People smuggler caught after yacht ran agroundNational Crime Agency says Mohammed Ali Nareman saw migrants as "nothing more than a commodity" to make money from.15 Oct 2025...