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Some people foul beach because Kemp Town seafront lacks toilets, resident tells council
Some people are fouling a stretch of Brighton beach because of a lack of public toilets, councillors were told this week. Concerned resident Mike Goodrich said that the only public toilets along the Kemp Town seafront were at Peter Pan’s children’s playground – and he said: “They’re not re...
Brighton burger bar closes after 13 years
A Brighton burger bar has closed after 13 years, according to its website and posters at the premises. MeatLiquor said: “Thanks for everything, Brighton. We had a blast. 13 Years. Countless burgers. Questionable decisions. The best kind of crowd.” “Brighton – you’ve been magic. Thank you t...
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Sussex man jailed for sexual assaults
A man has been jailed after admitting sexually assaulting multiple women in public spaces, according to Sussex Police.
Carson: Skippering Sussex is an honour – and I’m not afraid to lean on others with experience
Jack Carson hopes he will rise to the challenge of additional responsibility of taking on the One Day Cup Captaincy for Sussex in the 2026 season.
Woman spared prison after vicious robbery in Brighton
A woman who robbed a man with cerebral palsy in a vicious mugging has been given a suspended prison sentence. Aji Sinera, 30, of Camelford Street, Brighton, faces the prospect of prison if she breaks the law again in the next two years. Sussex Police said: “After a vulnerable man with cerebral pal...
Chef jailed for Hove seafront sex attacks
A 59-year-old chef has been jailed for a series of sexual assaults over four years, having mainly targeted women who were exercising on Hove seafront. Fattah Derrahi, of Farm Road, Hove, pleaded guilty to 11 charges and, at Brighton Crown Court yesterday (Friday 27 March), he was jailed for six year...
Simpson excited by new Sussex role – with one eye on the future
John Simpson is embracing his “new, exciting role” at Sussex CCC as he looks to balance playing and coaching in the 2026 season.
Inspirational response to major new Hastings exhibition
Hastings Contemporary has launched The Open – Odyssey, a major new biennale running from March 28 until May 31.
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Jo Nicholson offers Lewes exhibition
Interstices – The Spaces Between Drawing And Painting is the exhibition at Lewes’ Star Brewery Gallery from Saturday, March 28-Sunday April 5 (closed on Monday; opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-5pm; Sunday, 11am-3pm).
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Clamour grows for council housing on Brighton General Hospital land
The Brighton General Hospital site should be used for genuinely affordable social housing, according to a motion backed unanimously by Brighton and Hove City Council on Thursday (26 March). Two Labour members proposed the motion but it won the support of councillors from all parties and none in a ra...
Thousands sign petition aimed at saving day centre
More than 3,000 people have signed a petition opposing the proposed closure of the Wellington House day centre, in Brighton. Cathy Cooper, whose daughter uses the day centre, presented the petition at a Brighton and Hove City Council meeting yesterday (Thursday 26 March). The council wants to close ...
Road may have to close this weekend for urgent work at hospital
A service road may have to close this weekend for urgent work at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, in Brighton. The cooling system for the Thomas Kemp Tower needs to be replaced, hospital bosses said, and as a result new chillers would be put in place on Sunday (29 March). They are hoping to deal [...
Woman sentenced following Brighton robbery
A woman has been sentenced following a robbery in Brighton.
Eleven new beach huts for sale
Eleven new beach huts are being put up for sale, with a chance for prospective buyers to view them in a few days’ time. Brighton and Hove City Council said: “Residents have the rare opportunity to own one of 11 new beach huts which are being installed on Hove seafront this week. “Situated betw...
Brighton charity workspace recognised in national awards shortlist
A free professional workspace for Sussex charities and not-for-profit organisations, provided by Brighton-based Ansvar Insurance, has been shortlisted at the Business Charity Awards 2026 in the Community Impact category.
Spacious maisonette near Rottingdean seafront is sold
A spacious maisonette in a coastal village setting near Brighton was sold this week.
Trial date set for dealer facing gold and jewellery fraud charges
A trial date has been set for a Southwick dealer who faces dozens of fraud charges relating to deals involving gold, watches and high-value jewellery. Jamie Goatley, 49, appeared before Judge Alexander Milne at Southwark Crown Court this morning (Friday 27 March) by video link from Lewes Prison wher...
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The mother who refused to lose her son to alcoholism
New book Love Versus Liquor is based on the heartbreaking true story of a mother who refuses to give up on her beloved son.