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Brighton player ratings after Aston Villa defeat: plenty of 5s and one 4 after horror debut
These are the Albion player ratings after losing 3-0 to Aston Villa in a Premier League fixture.
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'Deemed to be mutual' - This is the official reason why Marco Asensio's goal was given vs Brighton with Mats Wieffer floored
Marco Asensio’s goal vs Brighton was allowed to stand after a check by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR).
'Deliberately' - This is the official reason why Brighton's equaliser was ruled out against Aston Villa
Brighton had an equaliser ruled out against Aston Villa in the Premier League on Wednesday night (April 2) – this is the official reason why.
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Brighton teen charged with murder
A teenager has been charged with murder and two counts of attempted murder. The charges follow an incident at a property in Brighton early on Tuesday (1 April) when delivery driver Emad Farag was killed. Sussex Police said: “A 19-year-old man has been charged with murder and attempted murder after...
Key development in Sussex murder investigation as teenager is charged: 57-year-old victim also named
A teenager has been charged with murder after the death of a man at a property in Sussex.
A27 lane closure: Works 'paused' ahead of Brighton vs Aston Villa match but major delays still reported
The police have reminded motorists to ‘be aware of delays’ on the A27 in East Sussex – particularly those heading to the Brighton and Hove Albion match on Wednesday night (April 2).
Fabian Hurzeler picks Georginio Rutter and Adam Webster replacements and makes surprise midfield omission as Brighton face Aston Villa
There are five changes to the Brighton team for the visit of Aston Villa this evening (Wednesday, April 2).
Green lung housing scheme gets planning consent
Proposals for more than 100 homes on Benfield Valley have been given planning permission – but as it stands, they cannot be built. Campaigners gathered outside Hove Town Hall on Wednesday 2 April, to protest against the application by Benfield Investments Ltd and Benfield Property Ltd to build on ...
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Calamity Jane - and a mum too! Carrie Hope Fletcher in Brighton
As Carrie Hope Fletcher says, usually you are either the ingenue or the romantic lead, either the action hero or the comedy in the piece.
Sussex Police searching for missing Crawley woman with links to Brighton and Peacehaven
Sussex Police are searching for a missing woman from Crawley, who has links to Brighton and Peacehaven.
Sussex Police launch manhunt for man wanted on recall to prison
Sussex Police have issued an urgent public appeal to help locate a man wanted on recall to prison.
Nuffield Health launches revolutionary treatment in its Brighton hospital for men affected by enlarged prostate
Nuffield Health Brighton has launched Aquablation therapy, a revolutionary robotic treatment to treat patients with enlarged prostates, also known as Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH), at it’s Brighton hospital.
Preston Manor to reopen this weekend after five year closure
Preston Manor, one of the UK’s most haunted locations, is to reopen its doors this weekend, Saturday, April 5th, after being closed for five years. The grand manor is unveiling an exciting new visitor experience, including its first-ever tearoom and a journey into its rich history.
Photos show day two of Sussex murder investigation after death of man inside property
A police presence remains at a property in Sussex, after a man was found dead and a woman and child were seriously injured.
Pride Village Party to move to seafront
Pride Village Party is to move from St James’s Street to Marine Parade this year because of safety concerns and complaints from residents. Venues in St James’s Street and George Street are unhappy they will potentially miss out on their most lucrative weekend of the year as a result. The council...
Photos show clearance work following suspected arson attack on caravan in Brighton
Photos showing the clearance of caravan debris in Brighton have been submitted to this newspaper today (Wednesday, April 2).
WaterBear Brighton unveils opportunities for aspiring artists and musicians
WaterBear, the Brighton-based college of music, has unveiled its new scholarship programmes across their BA (Hons) and Master’s courses starting September 2025, offering invaluable opportunities for artists in collaboration with notable musicians, organisations and initiatives.
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Worthing scientist highlights huge threats facing our endangered sharks
A Worthing-based scientist is highlighting the huge threats sharks face and just how seriously endangered they are.
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Peter James: new paperback and huge success on stage
It’s, as ever, a busy time for Peter James, creator of Brighton-based detective Roy Grace.
Man sustains facial injuries in headbutt attack outside pub in East Sussex
A man sustained facial injuries after being headbutted outside a pub in East Sussex, police have said.