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First face ID arrest made in Brighton
A drugs suspect arrested in Brighton was the first to be nabbed as a result of being flagged by new facial recognition cameras. Sussex Police introduced the technology last month, and have been touring it around the county. On 2 December, a 42-year-old man became the first to be arrested as a result...
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Drugs suspect is first person arrested in Sussex using Live Facial Recognition technology
A drugs suspect was the first person to be arrested in Sussex by officers using new Live Facial Recognition technology, according to a Sussex Police press release.
Teenage boy sexually assaulted in train
Police are trying to trace a man suspected of sexually assaulting a teenage boy on a train. The British Transport Police (BTP) have published a security camera picture of a man they want to interview. The BTP said: “Officers investigating the sexual assault of a teenager on a train in Sussex have ...
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Japanese knotweed specialists from Brighton win national prize
A Brighton property business has won a national prize for work recognising its expertise in dealing with Japanese knotweed. Phlorum, based in Hunns Mere Way, Woodingdean, was named Large Contractor of the Year (Japanese Knotweed) by national trade body the Property Care Association (PCA). As a membe...
A Town Called Christmas will be Brighton's Betwixtmas treat
Brighton Dome Studio Theatre hosts a really special post-Christmas treat with the arrival of A Town Called Christmas, 11 performances between Saturday and Wednesday, December 27-31 at various times.
McFLY confirm summer 2026 West Sussex date
Chart-topping pop-rockers McFLY have been announced as first headliners for the brand-new Borde Hill Summer Series 2026.
REVIEW: Christmas Through The Ages – Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra
REVIEW BY Richard Amey - ‘A Celebration of Christmas Through The Ages’ – Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra
Eastbourne’s annual Christmas Day Concert returns
Eastbourne’s annual Christmas Day Concert will return this year, bringing free festive cheer to residents and visitors alike.
Flasher exposes himself by fountain in centre of Brighton
A flasher is reported to have exposed himself by a fountain at The Level, in Brighton, according to police. Sussex Police said that officers in the town were investigating a report of indecent exposure in the park. The force said: “Police in Brighton have arrested a man on suspicion of indecent ex...
Man hospitalised with 'life changing injuries' following an e-scooter collision in Brighton
A man has been hospitalised with ‘life changing injuries’ following an e-scooter collision in Brighton.
Electric scooter rider fighting for life after crash in Brighton
An electric scooter rider is in hospital fighting for his life after a crash in Brighton yesterday afternoon (Saturday 20 December). Sussex Police said: “Police are investigating a collision involving an electric scooter in Brighton this afternoon (20 December). “Emergency services were called t...
REVIEW: this is the show to see this Christmas, superb celebration of The Kinks
REVIEW: Sunny Afternoon, Theatre Royal Brighton, until Saturday, January 3.
Brighton and Hove Albion draw a blank against Sunderland
Brighton and Hove Albion 0 Sunderland 0 December remained winless for Brighton and Hove Albion as they were held to a goalless draw at the Amex by newly promoted Sunderland. For the Black Cats, fifth in the Premier League table, it marks a continuation of their impressive season since they came up f...
Four changes as Brighton and Hove Albion face Sunderland at Amex
Fabian Hürzeler has named a starting line up with four changes as Brighton and Hove Albion prepare to face Sunderland at the Amex Stadium this afternoon (Saturday 20 December). Georginio Rutter is down to wear the captain’s armband with Lewis Dunk suspended, alongside Diego Gomez. Veteran strike...
Welbeck doubtful and Gomez and Dunk suspended as Brighton host Sunderland
Brighton and Hove Albion boss Fabian Hürzeler said that Danny Welbeck is a doubtful for the visit of Sunderland to the Alex Stadium this afternoon (Saturday 20 December). Hürzeler said that Welbeck had been restricted in training and had some “minor issues” with his back. Welbeck came on as ...
The Ordinary Boys set to play Worthing hometown show
The Ordinary Boys are a playing hometown show at The Venue, Worthing on Saturday, March 14.
Resident reps say poor maintenance damages their homes
Resident representatives complained about a lack of routine maintenance, saying that it had previously led to their homes suffering damage. Sylvan Hall Residents’ Association co-chairs Catherine Eden and Barney Miller spoke out at a Brighton and Hove City Council meeting yesterday (Thursday 18 Dec...
Councillors back new licensing measures
Changes to Brighton and Hove City Council’s licensing policy to focus on protecting the vulnerable and supporting “good operators” have been approved with cross-party support. The council’s Licensing Committee approved the new “statement of licensing policy” last month, with the changes ...
Deputy mayor chosen
A mother of four and environmental campaigner has been chosen to be the next mayor of Brighton and Hove. Labour councillor Theresa Fowler became deputy mayor last night (Thursday 18 December) and is expected to become mayor in May. She replaces Councillor Ty Galvin who resigned as deputy mayor last ...
Sussex bishop appointed head of the Catholic Church in England and Wales
The Right Rev Richard Moth, the Bishop of Arundel and Brighton, has been appointed by The Vatican as the new head of the Catholic Church in England and Wales.