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East Sussex electric bike crash sparks police response
An electric bike crash in Hove has sparked an emergency response.
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East Sussex curry house wins Best Restaurant of the Year at Curry Life Awards 2025 - 'One of the top 20 curry houses in the nation'
An East Sussex restaurant has been crowned a winner in the Curry Life Awards 2025.
Here is the news … Clive Myrie to speak at Chamber’s Brighton Summit
BBC TV news presenter and Mastermind quiz master Clive Myrie has agreed to give the closing speech at the Brighton Summit next month. Summit organiser Brighton and Hove Chamber of Commerce said: “Hear from one of the BBC’s most recognisable journalists at Brighton Summit: What if? “Our closing...
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'Dial 999 immediately' if you see this wanted woman in Sussex
The police are searching for a woman, who failed to appear in court in Worthing.
Sussex's newest blood donor centre is now open; more than 1,000 appointments available
Brighton’s first permanent blood donor centre is now open, with 1,100 appointments available to book each week.
Reform UK chair in Brighton and Hove to stand down
The chair of the Reform UK branch in Brighton and Hove plans to stand down to focus on his work commitments. But Gary Farmer, who runs a language school, said that he would stand for Reform at the local elections in 2027. Mr Farmer said: “After careful consideration, I have decided to step down fr...
Sussex Emmaus hosts family-friendly Halloween Party in Portslade
Homelessness charity Sussex Emmaus is inviting the local community to its Halloween Party on Saturday, 25 October.
Restaurant loses late licence after violent response to intruder
A Brighton restaurant has lost its late licence after police arrested staff for the way that they dealt with an intruder as well as a series of licensing rule breaches. Sussex Police asked Brighton and Hove City Council to review the late-night refreshment licence held by Zaf’ron, in North Road, B...
Preston Park households lead Brighton’s first community solar power programme
A first-of-a-kind community solar power programme is taking shape in the Preston Park neighbourhood of Brighton
Brighton mentor and musician Miri Layzell wins Youth Music Award
Miri Layzell, a Brighton-based musician, songwriter and mentor, has been named the winner of the Young Leader Award, supported by Arts Council England, at the annual Youth Music Awards 2025 in association with Hal Leonard Europe.
Three men charged with rape on Brighton seafront
Three men have been charged with raping a woman on Brighton seafront and are due in court today (Thursday 16 October). Sussex Police said this morning: “Three men have been charged in connection with the rape of a woman on Brighton beach. “Police received a report that a woman had been raped on ...
Floating Waterlodge home at popular Sussex marina is on the market
This three-bedroom, two-bathroom, floating Waterlodge home in Brighton Marina is now on the market with Yopa Brighton, and has an asking price of £195,000.
Ofsted praises progress at Brighton school
The official education watchdog, Ofsted, has praised the progress that has been made at a Brighton school since it was graded as “requires improvement” in March last year. Three inspectors visited Longhill High School, in Falmer Road, Rottingdean, a month ago – on Wednesday 17 September. The l...
Three men charged with rape of a woman in Brighton
Three men have been charged in connection with the rape of a woman on Brighton beach, Sussex Police have confirmed.
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Eastbourne celebrates The Magic of Motown
After a great night in Eastbourne last summer, The Magic of Motown is back with its 20th anniversary tour, coming to the Congress Theatre on October 26 at 7.30pm.
Council bosses still seeking feedback on Pride Street Party
People interested in having more of a say on the future of Brighton Pride’s street party are encouraged to give feedback and ask questions on the council’s website. Brighton and Hove City Council’s outdoor events manager Ian Baird urged councillors to tell people about the Your Voice section o...
Councillors make time to debate Floral Clock petition
Councillors called for the Floral Clock, in Hove, to be saved at a meeting last night (Monday 13 October) while others wanted it replaced with something new and different. The debate was prompted by a petition, with 3,000 signatures, presented to Brighton and Hove City Council by campaigner Laura Ki...
Man facing prison for ‘frenzied attack’ on pet dog
A man who made a frenzied attack on his pet dog in which he kicked, punched and strangled the whimpering animal over several hours has been spared jail. Amarildo Prebibaj, 29, was filmed by a concerned neighbour attacking Hugo outside his flat in Springfield Road, Brighton. At a hearing in July, he ...
Rugby picture special: Brighton sunk by Seaford at the Salts
Seaford RFC’s first XV enjoyed a 57-19 win at home to Brighton IIs at the Salts in the Counties 2 Susex division.
4,000 sq ft of ground floor space at Sussex House, Brighton, let for new veterinary practice
Flude Property Consultants are pleased to announce the successful letting of approximately 4,000 sq ft on the ground floor at Front Sussex House, Crowhurst Road, Brighton.