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Three rape suspects must stay in prison until trial next spring
Three men charged with rape have been told that they must stay in prison as they await their trial next spring. The men, all asylum-seekers, appeared before a judge at Hove Crown Court this morning (Monday 8 December). All three denied raping a woman on Brighton beach at about 5am on the morning of ...
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Music venue gets 1am licence
A Brighton live entertainment venue has secured an extension to its alcohol licence to serve until 1am. Presuming Ed in London Road faced opposition from Sussex Police and Brighton and Hove City Council’s licensing department as a 1am licence is currently against policy as the area has problems wi...
In pictures: Iconic Sussex forest unveils new viewing deck and Volunteer Hub
Visitors to Ashdown Forest can now enjoy panoramic views over the stunning landscape
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Eliza Carthy & Jon Boden bring their wassail show to Worthing
Eliza Carthy & Jon Boden combine their talents and reputations within the UK folk scene to tour as a duo once again for a nationwide wassail across key venues.
Next stage of waste collections start in Brighton and Hove
Weekly food waste collections start today in Aldrington, Hangleton, Mile Oak, Portslade, and West Hove.
Rubbish collections could go fortnightly
Rubbish could be picked up just once a fortnight after the rollout of weekly food waste collections. Brighton and Hove City Council says since it increased the amount of plastic which can be recycled, the amount of general waste in bins is falling, and many bins are now only half full. This is expec...
London City vs Brighton player ratings: Seike strikes again as debutant scores 7/10
Kiko Seike’s sixth-minute conversion proved the matchwinner over London City Lionesses in front of a record 3,302 strong crowd at the Copperjax Community Stadium.
Dillie Keane and Barb Jungr offer the joy of Christmas in Brighton
Dillie Keane and Barb Jungr offer the joy of Christmas as they hit the stage again with Two Turtle Doves, accompanied by Michael Roulston on piano.
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Remembering a man who helped create an artist community
The Star Brewery Gallery is hosting the exhibition An Artist’s Life, celebrating the remarkable works created throughout the lifetime of Mike Cooper (1943-2025).
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Festive fun with Dick Whittington as the Shoreham panto this year
LP Creatives are promising something spectacular and magical as they offer their 14th pantomime at Shoreham Ropetackle.
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Dream team back again as Martyn makes it 21 pantomimes in Eastbourne
This year Martyn Knight makes it 21 pantomimes in Eastbourne – and around 35 in all – when he takes to the stage in Peter Pan at the Devonshire Park Theatre this Christmas (December 5-January 11).
Flu cases soar prompting new mask rules in hospital
A big increase in the number of people with flu has prompted hospital bosses to bring in new mask-wearing rules and health chiefs to urge people to get vaccinated. University Hospitals Sussex, which runs the Royal Sussex County Hospital and the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital, both in Brighton...
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Big band Christmas fun will send out positive vibes in Worthing
At the end of a tough year for everyone, it's all about spreading joy and positivity, says Mike Paul-Smith as he brings the 30-piece Down for the Count Swing Orchestra to Worthing once again this Christmas
Pagham and Peacehaven share spoils in windswept clash
On a blustery, rain-soaked afternoon at The Covers Arena, Pagham and Peacehaven battled to an entertaining 2-2 draw, with both sides leaving feeling they might have taken all three points in the SCFL premier division clash.
Brighton and Hove Albion given late reprieve by Rutter
Brighton and Hove Albion 1 West Ham United 1 A late equaliser from Georginio Rutter saved Brighton and Hove Albion’s blushes in yet another match where the Seagulls had the possession and the shots but struggled to make the advantage count. But, on a mainly miserable afternoon, rain-soaked fans ha...
Man damages grave at Hove church
A man damaged a gravestone at a church in Hove as well as other items, Sussex Police. The force published a security camera picture and said: “We are seeking to identify this man in relation to a report of criminal damage at St Andrew’s Church, in Church Road, Hove. “It is understood that the ...
Report of ‘criminal damage’ at church in Hove: Sussex Police appeal for identity of man in photo
Sussex Police said they are appealing for the identity of a man in a photo after an incident in Hove.
'Inaccurate and misleading' - Tony Bloom issues statement amid betting claims
Brighton and Hove Albion owner Tony Bloom has issued a statement after claims were made that he placed bets on matches involving the Seagulls.
Brighton and Hove Albion lose another player to long-term injury
Brighton and Hove Albion boss Fabian Hurzeler expects Stefanos Tzimas to be out for the “long term” with a knee injury. The 19-year-old Greek forward was forced off during the first half of the 4-3 home defeat by Aston Villa on Wednesday night. While the full extent of his injury is still to be ...
Met Office warns of a wet and windy weekend ahead
The Met Office has warned of a wet and windy weekend ahead, with gusts in Brighton and Hove expected to top 40mph. More than half an inch of rain is expected to fall over the weekend with much of that coming in bursts today (Saturday 6 December). The official forecaster said: “Low pressure will do...