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Blues legend hits the Worthing stage
British rhythm and blues band The Manfreds celebrate their enduring legacy as they hit the road with their Maximum Rhythm N Blues Show.
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Match in pictures: Peacehaven and Telscombe hit back to claim point against Steyning Town
As Storm Amy hit the south coast bringing high winds, Peacehaven and Telescombe FC hosted Steyning Town FC in the SCFL premier division.
Comedian says wine bottle was thrown at her in ableist attack on train
Comedian Rosie Jones said that a plastic wine bottle was thrown at her and a friend in an ableist and homophobic attack on a train. The writer and actress, 35, who has ataxic cerebral palsy, which affects movement and co-ordination, said that the perpetrators “shouted slurs” and mocked the voice...
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Brighton restaurant could lose late-night refreshment licence
Brighton restaurant waits to hear whether it can keep late-night licence after fracas Neighbours’ representatives said that people living near a Brighton restaurant feared looking out of their windows amid concerns about noise and anti-social behaviour. The claims were made at a licence review hea...
Man arrested over mosque arson attack
A man has been arrested in connection with an arson attack at a mosque in Peacehaven. The 46-year-old suspect was detained this afternoon on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. He is currently in custody. Emergency services were called to the building in Phyllis Avenue around 9.50pm on ...
Brighton hospital helper aims to inspire NHS volunteering – as poll suggests strong appetite across the South East
A Brighton hospital helper is aiming to inspire people to consider NHS volunteering, with a new poll revealing that a quarter of people across the South East would consider ‘gifting their time’.
Brighton parent's sound healing journey leads to therapeutic track for Down Syndrome Awareness Month
All profits from 'Gentle Waves of Calm' donated to Down syndrome charities as family shares personal story of discovery
Killer ‘stepdad’ admits stabbing couple but denies murder, jury told
Former delivery driver Derek Martin stabbed to death a woman he regarded as his “stepdaughter” and a short while later stabbed and strangled her husband, a jury was told. Martin, 67, admits that he killed Chloe and Joshua Bashford at their home, in Lewes Road, Newhaven, in June 2023 but he denie...
Watch: timelapse of Madeira Terrace restoration so far
A new timelapse video shows the latest phase of the Madeira Terrace restoration – which the council says is one of the most ambitious engineering projects it has ever undertaken. The clip starts after the 27 arches being repaired during the first phase have been dismantled and taken off site. It s...
Fabian Hurzeler explains 'frustrating' enforced withdrawal of Carlos Baleba at Wolves
Carlos Baleba’s early withdrawal at Wolves was a familiar sight.
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Countdown's Susie Dent brings her delight in the English language to Worthing
Countdown co-presenter and Queen of Dictionary Corner for more than 30 years, Susie Dent hits the road with Susie Dent: Word Perfect following on from her 74-date tour The Secret Life Of Words which ran from 2018 to 2024.
Max Miller plaque to be replaced – with correct date
A blue plaque marking the Brighton home of music hall star Max Miller is to be replaced after it was discovered he was born a year earlier than originally thought. The plaque on 25 Burlington Street, Miller’s last home, was first put up in May 1980, when it was believed the comedian was born in [...
OneFamily launches Menopause Café in support of Menopause Awareness Month
Brighton-based financial services provider, OneFamily, will be hosting its first Menopause Café as part of World Menopause Awareness month in October, and World Menopause Day on 18th October.
Big Christmas campaign goes live in Brighton
People and organisations can be nominated in The BIG Christmas Giveback with £1500 in Brighton Gift Cards a possible prize
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Huge names line up for this year's Brighton Dome Comedy Festival
Stand-up superstars, cult comedy favourites and family fun take over all three of Brighton Dome’s historic event venues from October 17-26.
East Sussex pub named one of the 20 cosiests to visit this autumn in the UK - 'Creating a welcoming, cosy atmosphere for our guests has always been at the heart of what we do'
An East Sussex pub has been named as one of the 20 cosiests places in the UK to visit this autumn for a micro-break.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Brighton player ratings: Trio of penalty claims denied as Seagulls score mostly 5s
An underwhelming performance against Tottenham Hotspur saw the Seagulls suffer their second defeat of the season at Brisbane Road.
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Lancing pianist masterminds and hosts special gala concert in London
Singer and pianist Dominic Ferris, from Lancing, will produce and host a special gala concert at Cadogan Hall, London, on Monday, October 20 to celebrate 90 years of Friends of the Royal Marsden, Chelsea.
Why time of death matters so much - Eastbourne date with forensic pathologist
It’s not just the death. It’s the when.
Brighton double killer due to go on trial for murder today
A Brighton man who killed a married couple at their home in Newhaven is due to go on trial at Brighton Crown Court today (Monday 6 October). Derek Martin, 66, has admitted that he killed Chloe Bashford and Joshua Bashford, known as Josh, in June 2023 but has denied murder. The trial is expected to [...