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Mysterious young entrepreneur secures local support

Hmm got emailed this today and thought "I recognise that chap", he used to work at our place. Read the whole press release though, have you any idea what the business is? The accompanying pictures show our Dan stood next to a painted lady (literally,...

Got an email about the School of Art

From Eamon Everall no less:Hi, you ask for info on Folkestone School of Art , I went there from 1966 to 1967. When i went it was where the multi story car park opposite the junction of Alexandra Gardens & Middleburg Square, now is. More or less oppo...

Did Sheep on Drugs support Gary Numan in Folkestone in 1996

I've heard this mentioned before, it's making sense now, from this blog:they made all previous supports seem like geniuses in comparison (and I include Sheep on Drugs at Folkestone Pavilion in 1996)So something happened that night to get them kicked ...

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Sotirio's Restaurant, Hythe

Woodo reports:Since my wife and I discovered Sotirios back in 1999 we have been regular patrons of the restaurant, visiting at least three times a year and so far haven't had a duff meal.The menu is quite extensive, providing an excellent choice for ...

Wedding video and new jeans

Had a slightly rum Saturday night out but then a lovely Sunday afternoon to follow. Felt a bit queasy on Saturday so although we went out to Folkestone in the day, and had lunch at The Whole World Cafe (felty queasy before we went there, certainly no...
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RE: Folkestone double death plunge smash horror tragedy!

Yes she did! She actually came off of the Asda carpark and i certainly won't forget5 coming face to face with her smashed on the pavement! Suicide remains the most selfish act ever!!! I CANNOT find it within my self to feel sorry for.......best to wi...

Folkestone double death plunge smash horror tragedy!

Yoinks, yesterday someone chucked themselves off the roof of Bouverie Square in Folkestone, and today the end of our road was sealed off by police because of a "scene". Police were stopping anyone getting close to what had happened, so a) we had to w...

Folkestone camera club update

On 30th March was our 5th digital image competition of the season when our members learn from the judges comments, tips, advice and experience. Our judge was Mr Dave Mason who came to us from Woolwich, a very experienced photographer, and his results...

RE: Ricky Gervais XFM radio show MP3s

The earliest available recording is indeed from the 10th November 2001 although this has never been on the XFM website. The earliest show they've ever made available was from 12th January 2002.The Ricky Gervais Show started in September 2001, the fir...

RE: I haven't bought either

I know, but they aren't the ubiquitous force that Sony are.I'd def go and see MJ at the Fringe, although I really didn't like that video he did for FAWM. He's only doing 1 gig in Aug and that's not up here...http://www.mjhibbett.net/gigs/gigs.htm...

RE: Who says the housing market is dead?

Are you moving again? It seems like only yesterday that you left your deborturous London ways behind you and headed to leafy Folkstone. Are you looking to get a bigger pad to accommodate little Paulies?Like the new text entry box, very cool indeed. A...

RE: Whole lot of interesting detail there, though you do sound a bit bitter

The "Euphoria" just sounded like a gay bar, when in fact it was just another rough Folkestone dive.I'm not bitter about anything, just don't want people wasting their hopes and cash on this money pit.Five changes of name in six years is never good. P...

This makes me sad Jenn!

I recommend Escondido in Sandgate, always, although Tinto Tapas in Sandgate is also good (this is based more on friends recommendations as I've only been there once). The Hermitage sounds like it might be just about right though, in terms of ambience...

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RE: Train news

Working in a bank we have quite a nice pension, although it isn't one of those magical final salary pensions that the public sector get.That said, I leave here on Friday so no more nice pension contributions.Having troubles posting for some reason, y...

Just like a man....

Oh Southports lovely...... bit of an arse to get to.Next time you should try Morecombe, bit of a dump too, but its better than Blackers. Although I do love Blackpool (and yes i know its wrong...)I went to Sheffield week before last, its glorious the...

RE: you'd have to be very familiar with red dwarf to know what I was on about

My plan is to wait until it's all over and watch them all back-to-back. Although now that they say it'll run for years, I might watch them all up to the end of the current series now, then take a break.Surely they can't keep it interesting for that l...

"Only" three more series of Lost after this one

I'm still really into it, but don't entirely believe anything the producers of Lost say so will see how this report from Yahoo pans out. Apparently there will only be three more short series of sixteen episodes each of Lost after this one.Really enjo...

Crackin'

Blimey, those cracks look almost as big as mine (although mine have been caused by subsidence).

What can they do with the cracks, I suppose if they aren't structural then it's just plaster and paint time.

RE: Mac H8erz

I liked that ads, although they are immensely patronising and a little painful to watch in places. In the American version the Mac character isn't quite as smug.

It's a deal

Been too busy with work, so missed if this was in the Herald or not, but according to ickent Mr DeHann and Mr Godden have done a deal for the seafront land! This is great! I think!ROGER De Haan and Jimmy Godden have done a deal for the seafront at Fo...

RE: How'd you get on in London?

I got on too well - lots of drink and girls (and learning of course, brushed up on the latest User-centered Design).Although I always seem to start my breaks in London thinking "I should really live here" and leave thinking "I never want to live here...

Charles Perrault fairy tales, in Dutch

Illustrated by Harry Clarke, Check it out here...Henry "Harry" Patrick Clarke (1889-1931), born in Dublin, began his work life first at an architect's office and then as an apprentice at his father's stained glass art firm. He studied art at the Dub...

RE: Damp and other delights

My flat has subsidence which scares the hell out of me - although the survey said it was ok for now.In other news, I'm in that there London this week for the Neilson Norman Useabilty Conference - staying in Westminster. Any pub recommendations?...

Fellenberg College, 4 Church Street, Folkestone

In the 19th century, there was a Ladies' College in Church Street, Folkestone, which was named Fellenberg College - also known as Fellenberg House Seminary.I have found it listed in a few of the historical directories, but then it disappeared in the ...

History in my day

Another bright and breezy morning, just cool enough to stop me walking down town in just a t-shirt, but warm enough not to stop me walking down town at all. I headed the usual route past the courts and the DSS (all the nice scenic points), to what I�...

Deadly dog flu!

Front page of the Herald this week, and here it is on ickent...A KILLER dog virus has struck in Folkestone, claiming three victims and it is feared it will spread.The deadly parvovirus has killed three dogs from the same household and a vet has warne...

RE: That does sound like a plan

yes i did actually - it's a miracle you're still alive!! (although not from work - they've blocked youtube. harumf.)

RE: An honest day's work!

paiting ceiling's are not nice. use your delts far more than they'd normally be used.so, random question of the day - do you know off the top of your head any good sites for pimping up blackberry's etc (like ilounge for ipod) or just general knowledg...

RE: Yes I have read Microserfs

thanks for the tip - i'm gonna check it out.gen x is next. i quite like the book although i wasnt quite sure about how some of the stuff added up. still an entertaining read.yes thanks, good holiday - went to canada and bahamas. both were awesome. to...

The Sandgate Hotel

My wife and a pal had lunch at the Sandgate last week it was fantastic! We all had the lobster salad,although not exactly cheap (�26) massive whole lobsters,great high quality salad and very good service. If it is a nice day I would say deffinitely b...
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