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New jobs boost with firm's sale
Brighton multimedia firm Maxim Training has been sold to KnowledgePool, a subsidiary of a computer services firm ICL, for an undisclosed sum. The sale will bring new jobs to the town. Janet Barrett, marketing and communications manager for Windsor-based
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Add this to the sign...
The new "Welcome to Brighton" sign on the Patcham roundabout has something missing. Considering the terrible traffic congestion and awful one-way system we have in town, surely we should add the words "if you can get in". -B Hart, Petworth Road, Patcham
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Money the only incentive for teachers
The only way now to induce good teachers to work and stay in our tough schools is to use the incentive we all understand - pay. And if the chronic shortage of men in our primary schools were redressed it would do much to close the persistent gender gap
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Vanora Leigh - Between You And Me
Gilbert moved out this weekend and I shall miss him quite considerably. It's true that he was plain to the point of being ugly, but what he lacked in looks he more than made up for with a steady, determined, no-nonsense personality. He was the strong,
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MP's support floods in to end home hell
Families in Lindfield facing an uphill struggle to get flood relief have won more support from their MP. Nicholas Soames, MP for Mid Sussex, has complained to Environment Minister Michael Meacher about the delay. The families in Hickmans Lane, Appledore
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Brother and sister in frame for Artwave
Artistic siblings Pippa Burley and Ian Lawrence will display their work together as part of the Lewes Artwave festival. Pippa is exhibiting a selection of sculptures made using resin and cement while her brother Ian will show his abstract pictures, including
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Shame on Sita
I was stunned by the following claim (Argus, August 16) by a Sita spokesman about our appalling refuse collection "service": "We know there are problems with the changeover but we think in some cases they have been highly exaggerated." Sita has totally
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MP vows to defend a vital A&E service
The Argus' campaign to save vital services at a Sussex hospital is being backed by Brighton Kemp Town MP Des Turner. Mr Turner has signed our petition against the proposed downgrading of accident and emergency services at the Princess Royal Hospital,
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Why so special?
I read the article about the gay survey (Argus, August 16) and have one question: why? By the article's own admission there are already additional benefits provided for the gay members of Brighton and Hove's population. Lesbian and gay groups are constantly
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Rubbish idea
Adam Trimingham states he would not mind an incinerator on Shoreham harbour (Argus, August 10). He may not. Most people would. Apart from the dangers of pollution and cost of keeping the site running, many would object to the constant stream of lorries
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Elena gets to the root of flower-powered carden
Green-fingered motorist Elena Eliott has created a roof garden with a difference - it's on top of her car. Elena, 42, decided her brown Lada was dull and boring, so she planted a lawn on the bodywork. The mother-of-three, lovingly waters and trims the
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Perfect match of the day for Jimmy
Forget cheek to cheek - sports hero Jimmy Hill came chin to chin with his statuesque alter ego at a Sussex golf club. Jimmy was hosting a celebrity golf match to raise cash for a children's charity when he was confronted with his sculpted likeness. Famous
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£400,000 boost will help rough sleepers
The Government has pledged almost half a million pounds to help end homelessness in Brighton and Hove. A total of £437,000 will be given to Brighton and Hove Council as part of the Government's bid to reduce the number of people sleeping rough by at least
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Police in riot gear escort Millwall fans to station
Hundreds of Millwall fans were escorted to Brighton station by police in riot gear after last night's match against the Albion. About 50 officers and dog handlers escorted 500 fans from Withdean Stadium down London Road after the game. Speaking after
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Paint jobs that may be beyond the pale
Residents living in historic areas of Brighton and Hove may be banned from painting their homes in bright colours. Councillors may impose restrictions on "loud" colours being used by some people on 19th Century homes. The idea is backed by Brighton and
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£100,000 to find Sarah's killer
More than £100,000 is now being offered to nail the killer of schoolgirl Sarah Payne, police will reveal today. Detectives say this is the largest reward ever put up in Sussex to catch a criminal. A Press conference is due to be held this afternoon at
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Tomboy - Carrot Car
A woman grew a garden on her Lada to improve the way it looked. Tomboy appears daily in The Argus and on this website. You can see more of Tomboy, plus cartoon strips, greeting cards and other work by Alex Hallatt at www.moontoon.co.uk
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Face the issue
As a member or regular supporter of no political party, may I express my deepest reservations about Ivor Caplin MP's call for pro-hunt demonstrators to stay away from the Labour Party conference in September (Argus, August 18). How dare he! Has he no
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Stick to rock
Down for a weekend in Brighton, my friends living here suggested I should come with them to see the theatre extravaganza at the beach last Saturday night. The weather was great, the audience enormous - but the event itself was a major disappointment.
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Take the trucks
Have we no defence against the packs of so-called travellers with their expensive, modern caravans and business vehicles? It seems they are free to park wherever they like, ply their cowboy trades for a week or two and then move on, leaving behind piles
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Travellers are being crowded out by towns
I refer to Jack Straw's order to crack down on travellers in Sussex who "break the law or behave antisocially" (Argus, August 16). First of all, I doubt the Home Office would make a specific direction to Sussex in particular. Secondly, where does the
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Albion 1, Millwall 2: The action minute-by-minute
Albion's ten-match unbeaten run at Withdean came to an entertaining end against Second Division leaders Millwall. Youngster Kevin Braniff celebrated his first start for the visitors with a brilliant strike in the 39th minute. Paul Watson slammed the Seagulls
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Add this to the sign...
The new "Welcome to Brighton" sign on the Patcham roundabout has something missing. Considering the terrible traffic congestion and awful one-way system we have in town, surely we should add the words "if you can get in". -B Hart, Petworth Road, Patcham
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Leave the monarchy alone
Roger Boniface (Opinion, August 16) is making a big mistake by jumping on the republican bandwagon. Our royalty are by no means an embarrassment and are the envy of the world. At her age, I dare say Princess Margaret works a lot harder than you, Mr Boniface
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Barking happy
I would like to send a huge thanks on behalf of all staff and dogs at NCDL Shoreham to the wonderful people and their four-legged friends who turned up to our fun dog show on August 13. Thanks to your support we raised £2,500 to help us care for even
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Storm over restaurant bid for barn
Residents are fuming over plans for a £2 million pub and restaurant in the middle of a green space. Bass Taverns wants planning permission from Brighton and Hove Council for a 150-seat development in Benfield Valley, Hangleton. The restaurant would be
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Help to smoke out killer habit
A health authority is recruiting extra staff in a bid to help smokers who are taking a new anti-tobacco wonder drug. East Sussex, Brighton and Hove Health Authority is taking on smoking counsellors to work with people who are taking Zyban. The drug helps
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This mystery gift of hope for Doran
When Linda Scotson's son, Doran, was born with cerebral palsy she began a 21-year crusade to find out all she could about his condition. The artist from Forest Row, near East Grinstead, was determined to find a treatment which could help him. Now she
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Special first for Zoe and Norman
Celebrity couple Norman Cook and Zoe Ball were all smiles as they celebrated their first wedding anniversary. Former Radio One presenter Zoe and pop star Norman, aka chart-topping dance star Fatboy Slim, were at their seafront house in Hove for the celebrations
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Can leaseholders wake from their 'nightmare'?
Brighton and Hove has more leaseholders than almost anywhere else in England and Wales. Thousands feel they are at the mercy of freeholders. An estimated 25,000 people in the two towns own only the leasehold of their flats, not the freehold. And many
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Terror-medics
I was sitting at home when there was a loud banging on my back windows from two paramedics who had not even rung the doorbell. I told them to go to the front door so I could identify them. When I asked what they wanted, the reply was: "You have called
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Perfect match of the day for Jimmy
Forget cheek to cheek - sports hero Jimmy Hill came chin to chin with his statuesque alter ego at a Sussex golf club. Jimmy was hosting a celebrity golf match to raise cash for a children's charity when he was confronted with his sculpted likeness. Famous
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Tomboy - Carrot Car
A woman grew a garden on her Lada to improve the way it looked. Tomboy appears daily in The Argus and on this website. You can see more of Tomboy, plus cartoon strips, greeting cards and other work by Alex Hallatt at www.moontoon.co.uk
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Face the issue
As a member or regular supporter of no political party, may I express my deepest reservations about Ivor Caplin MP's call for pro-hunt demonstrators to stay away from the Labour Party conference in September (Argus, August 18). How dare he! Has he no
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Travellers are being crowded out by towns
I refer to Jack Straw's order to crack down on travellers in Sussex who "break the law or behave antisocially" (Argus, August 16). First of all, I doubt the Home Office would make a specific direction to Sussex in particular. Secondly, where does the
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Non-league round-up: Woolf leaves it late
Crawley got their home Dr Martens Premier campaign off to a flyer when they beat Dorchester 1-0 last night. But it needed a superb 88th minute strike from Matt Woolf to ease their frustration. Woolf lined up a free-kick 30 yards out and right-footed,
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Albion 1, Millwall 2: The action minute-by-minute
Albion's ten-match unbeaten run at Withdean came to an entertaining end against Second Division leaders Millwall. Youngster Kevin Braniff celebrated his first start for the visitors with a brilliant strike in the 39th minute. Paul Watson slammed the Seagulls
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Leave the monarchy alone
Roger Boniface (Opinion, August 16) is making a big mistake by jumping on the republican bandwagon. Our royalty are by no means an embarrassment and are the envy of the world. At her age, I dare say Princess Margaret works a lot harder than you, Mr Boniface
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Barking happy
I would like to send a huge thanks on behalf of all staff and dogs at NCDL Shoreham to the wonderful people and their four-legged friends who turned up to our fun dog show on August 13. Thanks to your support we raised £2,500 to help us care for even
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Storm over restaurant bid for barn
Residents are fuming over plans for a £2 million pub and restaurant in the middle of a green space. Bass Taverns wants planning permission from Brighton and Hove Council for a 150-seat development in Benfield Valley, Hangleton. The restaurant would be
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Big feat but some cobbler's gotta do it
The job is big enough to have any cobbler shaking in his boots. But to keep on clowning, Tweedy, of Zippo's Circus, needs new soles for his size 37 shoes. Walking from Hove Lawns to Brighton every day promoting the circus has taken its toll on Tweedy's
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Help to smoke out killer habit
A health authority is recruiting extra staff in a bid to help smokers who are taking a new anti-tobacco wonder drug. East Sussex, Brighton and Hove Health Authority is taking on smoking counsellors to work with people who are taking Zyban. The drug helps
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Boney fide surprise under floor in kitchen
Builders fitting a kitchen had the shock of their lives when they unearthed an ancient skeleton. The remains of an Anglo-Saxon woman, thought to date from about 800AD, were discovered underneath the foundations of a house in Exeter Street, Brighton. The
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This mystery gift of hope for Doran
When Linda Scotson's son, Doran, was born with cerebral palsy she began a 21-year crusade to find out all she could about his condition. The artist from Forest Row, near East Grinstead, was determined to find a treatment which could help him. Now she
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Claim of lost place in a parking forum
Residents claim their views are being ignored over controversial plans to introduce parking restrictions in their road. Brighton and Hove Council is considering the introduction of residents-only parking in the Goldsmid ward and has set up a forum to
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2,000 jobs vision in valley of business
Plans have been unveiled for a science park on one of the largest open spaces in Brighton and Hove which could create up to 2,000 jobs. The owners of Toads Hole Valley also intend to turn the rest of the site into a 60-acre public park under the controversial
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Special first for Zoe and Norman
Celebrity couple Norman Cook and Zoe Ball were all smiles as they celebrated their first wedding anniversary. Former Radio One presenter Zoe and pop star Norman, aka chart-topping dance star Fatboy Slim, were at their seafront house in Hove for the celebrations
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Can leaseholders wake from their 'nightmare'?
Brighton and Hove has more leaseholders than almost anywhere else in England and Wales. Thousands feel they are at the mercy of freeholders. An estimated 25,000 people in the two towns own only the leasehold of their flats, not the freehold. And many
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Terror-medics
I was sitting at home when there was a loud banging on my back windows from two paramedics who had not even rung the doorbell. I told them to go to the front door so I could identify them. When I asked what they wanted, the reply was: "You have called
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Toxic fish left teen stranded
A rescue operation was launched on the Sussex coast after a teenager was stung by a weaver fish. Sussex Ambulance crews and lifeboatmen rushed to the scene when 17-year-old Carina Dunk was attacked by the fish yesterday afternoon. The teenager was walking
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City state
I'm sure Simon Fanshawe has a sincere motive in his wish for city status (Argus, July 31). We share the desire to improve urban living but must differ on the method. City status is an honorary title, given by royal mandate. It has no legal weight in bidding
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Fighting the floods from top of a table
A table-top exercise will help response teams cope with future flood warnings. Exercise Storm Tide II has been designed so flood response teams know exactly what to do in an emergency. The warning system has been updated as a response to floods around
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Voice of the Argus - Help us catch Sarah's killer
It is more than seven weeks since little Sarah Payne went missing in Sussex and more than a month since her body was found by the road near Pulborough. In most murder cases public anger abates as time passes. But not in this case where feelings are still
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Todd's a hit in youth cricket
Todd McCann followed in brother Rory's footsteps and it helped Chichester Priory Park lift the under-12s crown at the Sussex Junior Festival. Rory skippered the last Priory side to win the title four years ago. Captain Todd hit 63 in the final against
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Stunned Sussex stand by toss decision
Sussex last night defended their decision to put Glamorgan into bat after home openers Steve James and Matthew Elliott carted them all over Colwyn Bay. The pair put on 384, the second highest partnership for any Glamorgan wicket, in 81 overs and by the
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Non-league round-up: Woolf leaves it late
Crawley got their home Dr Martens Premier campaign off to a flyer when they beat Dorchester 1-0 last night. But it needed a superb 88th minute strike from Matt Woolf to ease their frustration. Woolf lined up a free-kick 30 yards out and right-footed,
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Adams keeps cup faith
Albion manager Micky Adams insists his side are not dead yet after a narrow Worthington Cup defeat by Second Division leaders Millwall. Stunning goals in each half by teenager Kevin Braniff on his debut and David Livermore gave the injury-hit visitors
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New jobs boost with firm's sale
Brighton multimedia firm Maxim Training has been sold to KnowledgePool, a subsidiary of a computer services firm ICL, for an undisclosed sum. The sale will bring new jobs to the town. Janet Barrett, marketing and communications manager for Windsor-based
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Date
Money the only incentive for teachers
The only way now to induce good teachers to work and stay in our tough schools is to use the incentive we all understand - pay. And if the chronic shortage of men in our primary schools were redressed it would do much to close the persistent gender gap
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Date
Vanora Leigh - Between You And Me
Gilbert moved out this weekend and I shall miss him quite considerably. It's true that he was plain to the point of being ugly, but what he lacked in looks he more than made up for with a steady, determined, no-nonsense personality. He was the strong,
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Date
Big feat but some cobbler's gotta do it
The job is big enough to have any cobbler shaking in his boots. But to keep on clowning, Tweedy, of Zippo's Circus, needs new soles for his size 37 shoes. Walking from Hove Lawns to Brighton every day promoting the circus has taken its toll on Tweedy's
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Date
MP's support floods in to end home hell
Families in Lindfield facing an uphill struggle to get flood relief have won more support from their MP. Nicholas Soames, MP for Mid Sussex, has complained to Environment Minister Michael Meacher about the delay. The families in Hickmans Lane, Appledore
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Date
Brother and sister in frame for Artwave
Artistic siblings Pippa Burley and Ian Lawrence will display their work together as part of the Lewes Artwave festival. Pippa is exhibiting a selection of sculptures made using resin and cement while her brother Ian will show his abstract pictures, including
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Date
Boney fide surprise under floor in kitchen
Builders fitting a kitchen had the shock of their lives when they unearthed an ancient skeleton. The remains of an Anglo-Saxon woman, thought to date from about 800AD, were discovered underneath the foundations of a house in Exeter Street, Brighton. The
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Date
Claim of lost place in a parking forum
Residents claim their views are being ignored over controversial plans to introduce parking restrictions in their road. Brighton and Hove Council is considering the introduction of residents-only parking in the Goldsmid ward and has set up a forum to
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Date
Shame on Sita
I was stunned by the following claim (Argus, August 16) by a Sita spokesman about our appalling refuse collection "service": "We know there are problems with the changeover but we think in some cases they have been highly exaggerated." Sita has totally
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Date
2,000 jobs vision in valley of business
Plans have been unveiled for a science park on one of the largest open spaces in Brighton and Hove which could create up to 2,000 jobs. The owners of Toads Hole Valley also intend to turn the rest of the site into a 60-acre public park under the controversial
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Date
MP vows to defend a vital A&E service
The Argus' campaign to save vital services at a Sussex hospital is being backed by Brighton Kemp Town MP Des Turner. Mr Turner has signed our petition against the proposed downgrading of accident and emergency services at the Princess Royal Hospital,
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Date
Why so special?
I read the article about the gay survey (Argus, August 16) and have one question: why? By the article's own admission there are already additional benefits provided for the gay members of Brighton and Hove's population. Lesbian and gay groups are constantly
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Date
Rubbish idea
Adam Trimingham states he would not mind an incinerator on Shoreham harbour (Argus, August 10). He may not. Most people would. Apart from the dangers of pollution and cost of keeping the site running, many would object to the constant stream of lorries
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Date
Elena gets to the root of flower-powered carden
Green-fingered motorist Elena Eliott has created a roof garden with a difference - it's on top of her car. Elena, 42, decided her brown Lada was dull and boring, so she planted a lawn on the bodywork. The mother-of-three, lovingly waters and trims the
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Date
Toxic fish left teen stranded
A rescue operation was launched on the Sussex coast after a teenager was stung by a weaver fish. Sussex Ambulance crews and lifeboatmen rushed to the scene when 17-year-old Carina Dunk was attacked by the fish yesterday afternoon. The teenager was walking
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Bus route: No change
Bus giant Stagecoach has refused to alter a seafront service to pick up more elderly passengers. Tory councillor Brian Oxley asked Stagecoach to consider diverting some buses on route 700 from Kingsway to Church Road in Hove via Hove Street rather than
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City state
I'm sure Simon Fanshawe has a sincere motive in his wish for city status (Argus, July 31). We share the desire to improve urban living but must differ on the method. City status is an honorary title, given by royal mandate. It has no legal weight in bidding
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Date
£400,000 boost will help rough sleepers
The Government has pledged almost half a million pounds to help end homelessness in Brighton and Hove. A total of £437,000 will be given to Brighton and Hove Council as part of the Government's bid to reduce the number of people sleeping rough by at least
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Date
Police in riot gear escort Millwall fans to station
Hundreds of Millwall fans were escorted to Brighton station by police in riot gear after last night's match against the Albion. About 50 officers and dog handlers escorted 500 fans from Withdean Stadium down London Road after the game. Speaking after
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Charge is dropped in murder bid case
A man has been cleared of an assassination bid. Ricky Valentine, 20, was alleged to have shot Craig Mulheron twice at close range after crashing through his front door. But the Crown offered no evidence against Mr Valentine at the Old Bailey in London
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£40,000 computer raid near airport
Raiders broke into an oil exploration company's building for the third time this year and stole valuable computer equipment. Details have just been released of the latest break-in at Schlumberger House, near Gatwick Airport's South Terminal, on Sunday
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Fighting the floods from top of a table
A table-top exercise will help response teams cope with future flood warnings. Exercise Storm Tide II has been designed so flood response teams know exactly what to do in an emergency. The warning system has been updated as a response to floods around
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Date
Paint jobs that may be beyond the pale
Residents living in historic areas of Brighton and Hove may be banned from painting their homes in bright colours. Councillors may impose restrictions on "loud" colours being used by some people on 19th Century homes. The idea is backed by Brighton and
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Date
£100,000 to find Sarah's killer
More than £100,000 is now being offered to nail the killer of schoolgirl Sarah Payne, police will reveal today. Detectives say this is the largest reward ever put up in Sussex to catch a criminal. A Press conference is due to be held this afternoon at
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Date
Stick to rock
Down for a weekend in Brighton, my friends living here suggested I should come with them to see the theatre extravaganza at the beach last Saturday night. The weather was great, the audience enormous - but the event itself was a major disappointment.
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Date
Voice of the Argus - Help us catch Sarah's killer
It is more than seven weeks since little Sarah Payne went missing in Sussex and more than a month since her body was found by the road near Pulborough. In most murder cases public anger abates as time passes. But not in this case where feelings are still
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Date
Take the trucks
Have we no defence against the packs of so-called travellers with their expensive, modern caravans and business vehicles? It seems they are free to park wherever they like, ply their cowboy trades for a week or two and then move on, leaving behind piles
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Date
Todd's a hit in youth cricket
Todd McCann followed in brother Rory's footsteps and it helped Chichester Priory Park lift the under-12s crown at the Sussex Junior Festival. Rory skippered the last Priory side to win the title four years ago. Captain Todd hit 63 in the final against
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Date
Stunned Sussex stand by toss decision
Sussex last night defended their decision to put Glamorgan into bat after home openers Steve James and Matthew Elliott carted them all over Colwyn Bay. The pair put on 384, the second highest partnership for any Glamorgan wicket, in 81 overs and by the
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Date
Adams keeps cup faith
Albion manager Micky Adams insists his side are not dead yet after a narrow Worthington Cup defeat by Second Division leaders Millwall. Stunning goals in each half by teenager Kevin Braniff on his debut and David Livermore gave the injury-hit visitors
