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Peacehaven and Telscombe FC too strong for Lancing – report and picture special
On a sunny Saturday afternoon, Peacehaven and Telscombe FC beat Lancing FC 3-0 at the Centenary Ground.
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Adverse weather keeps replica Spanish galleon at Shoreham Port for extra week
The replica Spanish galleon making its first visit to Shoreham has extended its stay for a second time, due to adverse weather conditions.
2 East Sussex pubs in list of top 8 UK inns to enjoy a cosy autumn micro-break
Two East Sussex pubs feature in a list of the top 8 UK inns to enjoy a cosy autumn micro-break.
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Billy Joel celebration night in Eastbourne
Six decades of rocking stadiums, more than 160 million records sold, 33 top 40 hits and no fewer than six Grammy awards, Billy Joel is one of the most iconic songwriters of all-time.
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Musical hitch-hike to strengthen Worthing's European friendships
Worthing born and bred singer-songwriter Chris Simmons – who has toured with artists including Sir Tom Jones, Passenger, Simply Red and Jackson Browne – is on the road with a positive message about empowerment and connection.
Neighbours fear night-time noise at the museum
People living near Hove Museum said that they feared extensions to its alcohol licence would lead to more noise, public drinking and potentially weddings at the venue. Objections from neighbours resulted in Brighton and Hove City Council holding a licensing panel hearing today (Monday 8 September). ...
East Sussex man who raped and sexually assaulted two young girls and a boy jailed
An East Sussex man who raped and sexually assaulted two girls and a boy has been jailed, police have said.
Neighbours object to another holiday let in Brighton mews
Neighbours fearing antisocial behaviour and noise have objected to plans for a new holiday let in a Brighton mews. People living in and around Marlborough Mews, behind Western Road, failed to stop a holiday let at number 12 which was allowed on appeal earlier this year. But they are hoping to stop a...
Driver forged insurance docs in bid to dodge speeding ticket
A Brighton woman who made up a fictional driver to take the rap over a speeding ticket has avoided prison. Carly Naine, 38, forged insurance documents in the name of Anna Baines, who she said had been behind the wheel of her mum’s car when it was recorded doing 100mph on a 70mph road. But […]
Brighton's First Base Day Centre to be part of Heritage Open Days festival
BHT Sussex will be opening the doors to First Base, their Day Centre for rough sleepers in Brighton, as part of Heritage Open Days this September. Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture where thousands of free events take place across the country to celebrate our f...
Former Conservative leader in Brighton and Hove joins Reform
The Conservative leader in Brighton and Hove has joined Reform UK, he said today (Monday 8 September). Steve Bell, who led the Conservative group on Brighton and Hove City Council from 2019 to 2023, said: “After 58 years of supporting the Conservatives, I have now joined Reform. “People often as...
Southern Rail: Emergency incident reported in West Sussex
A railway line in West Sussex was temporarily blocked after an emergency incident was reported.
'Buzzing with opportunities' - West Sussex town makes 'surprise' appearance in list of top five locations for business growth and innovation
Worthing and Crawley have been named among the best UK locations, when it comes to business growth and innovation.
Child rapist jailed for 16 years
A Brighton man who repeatedly raped and sexually assaulted two young girls and a boy has been jailed for 16 years. Daniel Ellett, 35, of Bolney Road in Brighton, abused his three victims over several years up until 2020. All three were known to him, and aged between six and 13 years old at the […]
Shoreham’s annual celebration of words and literature returns
Shoreham’s annual celebration of words and literature returns from September 27 to October 12, promising a diverse and inspiring programme.
BHT Sussex wins West Sussex community mental health contract
BHT Sussex is pleased to announce they have been successful in their bid to NHS Sussex to be the lead provider for West Sussex Mental Health Support Services, in partnership with West Sussex Mind, for the next five years.
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Strictly favourites hit the stage in Eastbourne
The Return Of The Legends brings Strictly favourites Brendan, James, Pasha, Vincent and Ian to Eastbourne’s Congress Theatre on Thursday, September 18 at 7.30pm.
Unions urge government not to water down workers’ rights bill
Unions are urging the government not to water down its flagship bill on workers’ rights as the TUC gathers for its annual congress in Brighton. Senior union leaders spoke out after the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer appointed Peter Kyle, the Labour MP for Hove and Portslade, as the new Business a...
In 32 pictures: Eastbourne Steampunk Festival
Chronometers, goggles, brocaded waistcoats and bodices blossomed on Eastbourne seafront over the weekend for the annual Steampunk Festival
Homes at hospital site move up the agenda
Plans to build 500 homes at the Brighton General Hospital site and a new health hub look like being revived after a meeting between council and NHS chiefs. The news emerged as the Community Campaign for the Brighton General Hospital Site prepares to ratchet up its drive to make better use of the lan...