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Shame on scooter thief
My niece, who has two small babies, recently had a nasty fall at her home on Bates Estate which resulted in her going to hospital with a broken wrist. While one of her relatives was helping her, someone stole his scooter, which was eventually found badly
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Simon Fanshawe - Updating the Place to Be campaign
Coming back off holiday lends a certain perspective to the world, I always think. Clearly there are tans to be shown off, watch marks to be brandished about or, if you're particularly good friends, swimming trunk lines and endless photos to bore your
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Adam Trimingham - The Sage of Sussex
When I first started renting an allotment in the Sixties, I was showered with friendly advice from elderly plot holders who told me they had been doing it for 35 years. The other day I was idly digging away when it struck me that I have been gardening
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Super troupers line up for star-studded launch
A star-studded bash at one of Brighton's top hotels will mark the launch of this year's Argus Appeal. Larger than life television personality Christopher Biggins will host the event which includes a champagne reception, meal, cabaret and disco. It signals
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A hospital error brought my life to halt
A man who broke his back after falling 70ft from a clifftop has hit out at his hospital for sending letters about an important medical appointment to the wrong address. Lee Sambrook, 24, said he had not had a hospital check-up for six months because of
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NHS staff fight to save A&E
The fight to save emergency hospital services in West Sussex is spreading across the county. Medical staff from Worthing have backed the campaign to keep all accident and emergency care at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath. Supporters of the
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Wonderful spectacle
I would like to thank all those involved in the Hickstead Peugeot Derby for again providing a wonderful spectacle. May I particularly congratulate those concerned with the dressage event, which often escapes media attention. This year a local girl, Hayley
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Appeal win marks the end for offices
Developers have won their battle to turn an disused office block into a large budget hotel. Brighton and Hove Council refused permission for Anston House, Preston Road, Brighton, to be converted into a hotel with 244 beds offering bed and breakfast only
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Slow is good
Well done to Sussex Police for their tough crackdown on speeding in this area. To date, four of my friends and relatives have been sent fines and licence endorsements in the post. It is now almost a pleasure to drive and walk around because vehicles are
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Homophobic thugs branded cowardly
A man has branded his attackers cowards after he was repeatedly kicked in the head in a homophobic attack. Ricardo Saroyan-James was attacked early on Wednesday after a night out in Brighton. The 29-year-old had been clubbing at the Revenge venue and
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Parking plans
If I were living just off Sackville Road, I too would feel concerned about the plans for residential parking on the other side of the road. Councillor Brian Oxley says people in Westbourne ward feel excluded from the consultation and are looking for someone
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Driver's desperate bid to avoid boy cyclist
A bus driver described how he did everything he could to stop before hitting a schoolboy cyclist. Joshua O'Flaherty was enjoying a bike ride with a friend around the streets near his home when he was hit by the single-deck bus and suffered fatal injuries
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Robin Martin-Jenkins - Man in the Middle
I mentioned last week how amazing I thought the Sussex supporters were in the light of our humiliation on the first day at Colwyn Bay. I would just like to further that by saying that I was overwhelmed with the support we were given throughout the match
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Protest halts school expansion project
Controversial plans for a rest home to be turned into a private day school have been thrown out. Campaigners today welcomed the news and said their protests had been worthwhile. Councillors voted 6-4 against the proposal by The Drive Prep School in Hove
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It's not funny
Ivor Caplin and other members of Brighton and Hove's Jewish Community are right to protest over the proposed visit to Brighton of Scott Capurro after the comic's recent anti-semitic jibes and insulting jokes about the Holocaust (Argus, August 25). Such
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Ivy is 83, paralysed and faces homelessness
Paralysed pensioner Ivy Beck is facing homelessness because she can't afford to pay for her care. Up to five frail and disabled pensioners may be forced out of their nursing home unless they can find almost £100 extra a month. The home's fees have soared
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Elms hot favourite for the sussex title
Steve Elms will start as the favourite to win Sunday's Sussex 25-mile Time Trial Championship for the fifth time in six years. The Crawley ace is in top form after a record-breaking performance in the Norwood Paragon 50-mile event. Elms (In Gear) sped
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Voice of the Argus - The tip of the iceberg
Pensioner Ivy Beck may have to leave the nursing home she has known and loved for many years because of problems over fees. Ivy, who is 83 and has had a stroke, is on income support. The fees are about to rise at the Rottingdean Nursing Home and her contribution
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Radio's ga ga
Surf 107.2 recently narrowed the range of listening choice by dropping a number of its specialist music shows in favour of more shallow and mainstream material. We already have one mainstream commercial radio station locally - Southern FM - and it's doing
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Rubbish crisis suggests recycling is only solution
When I was a regular visitor to Brighton about two years ago, I frequently noted the large amount of rubbish in the town. Gradually the situation seemed to improve. The last few months, however, have seen a rapid deterioration in many parts of the town
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Doherty sparkles but Stevens faces a wait
Ken Doherty ended his Champions Cup campaign on a high note with a brave comeback win over Stephen Lee at the Brighton Centre. Doherty looked to be heading for the wooden spoon in Group A when he trailed world number five Lee 3-1. Despite being blitzed
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Charlie's Albion challenge
Charlie Oatway is not the type of player to shirk a challenge. But Albion's combative midfielder will be even more fired up than usual for Saturday's visit by Torquay. It is not just because the Seagulls badly need a result. Torquay are also one of Oatway's
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Sussex tempt keeper
Sussex have offered 17-year-old Australian-born wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Ambrose a two-year contract. Ambrose, who qualifies through his English mother, has gone back to his home in Newcastle, NSW to think over the offer. Sussex's final 2nd XI match of
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Fall in profits at Rentokil
Pest control-to-office services group Rentokil has reported a six per cent fall in profits. But the Sussex-based company has diposed of a number of operations making a comparison of profits an unreliable indicator of performance. Rentokil, which for years
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Cut out West Pier middle man
If the West Pier is counting on getting planning permission to start its market up again, let us hope all the rent from the new venture goes to the West Pier trust and not into the pocket of some third party as it did before. If, as previously reported
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Battle to save dying lake
Environment chiefs are to visit Swanbourne Lake in Arundel as work starts to stop the lake from drying up. The lake has dried up in recent summers and there had been fears it could disappear if nothing was done about the situation. But the Department
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'Green' developers: Builders have to keep it clean
Part Two: Future developers will have to submit a formal environmental statement for all proposals of a certain size, including measures to minimise any environmental impact. Future proposals likely to require such statements are Brighton station, the
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Are our Downs in peril?
Part One : There are fears the Sussex Downs will be threatened by development. Brighton and Hove Council has said it is committed to preserving rare species and habitats in the countryside but green campaigners still fear the downs may never be the same
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A hospital error brought my life to halt
A man who broke his back after falling 70ft from a clifftop has hit out at his hospital for sending letters about an important medical appointment to the wrong address. Lee Sambrook, 24, said he had not had a hospital check-up for six months because of
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Wonderful spectacle
I would like to thank all those involved in the Hickstead Peugeot Derby for again providing a wonderful spectacle. May I particularly congratulate those concerned with the dressage event, which often escapes media attention. This year a local girl, Hayley
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Seagulls invade town's rooftops
The number of seagulls nesting on roofs in Sussex has increased because their clifftop habitats are being destroyed, according to new figures. The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds has been flooded with calls from residents who have been disturbed
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Appeal win marks the end for offices
Developers have won their battle to turn an disused office block into a large budget hotel. Brighton and Hove Council refused permission for Anston House, Preston Road, Brighton, to be converted into a hotel with 244 beds offering bed and breakfast only
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Slow is good
Well done to Sussex Police for their tough crackdown on speeding in this area. To date, four of my friends and relatives have been sent fines and licence endorsements in the post. It is now almost a pleasure to drive and walk around because vehicles are
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Parking plans
If I were living just off Sackville Road, I too would feel concerned about the plans for residential parking on the other side of the road. Councillor Brian Oxley says people in Westbourne ward feel excluded from the consultation and are looking for someone
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New leads in hunt for killer
A new lead has emerged in the hunt for the killer of schoolgirl Sarah Payne. A replica of the Fred Perry-style dress the eight-year-old was wearing when she was abducted was put on display by Sussex police last week. Since then a number of sightings of
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Teenager critical after crash
A teenager is fighting for his life in hospital after a seafront car crash which injured him and two friends. The 17-year-old, who has not been named, was one of two passengers in a green Rover Metro which crashed on King Edward Parade on Eastbourne seafront
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Not forbidden
I was glad there was a happy outcome for the Underhill family, the Jehovah Witnesses whose premature twin babies and their mother survived despite their refusal to accept blood transfusions. Sadly, many Jehovahs are not so fortunate. It is estimated three
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Will it open?
COMPCO admits its development on the Aquarium Terraces, Brighton, will now not open before next Easter (Argus, August 18). Cynics may wonder whether it ever will. Work has been going on for almost two years. The Marine Parade boundary has been boarded
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Radio's ga ga
Surf 107.2 recently narrowed the range of listening choice by dropping a number of its specialist music shows in favour of more shallow and mainstream material. We already have one mainstream commercial radio station locally - Southern FM - and it's doing
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Speedway: Eagles lose a thriller
Eastbourne Eagles lost a last-heat thriller at Poole last night. The Sussex squad are still favourites to win the Elite League despite suffering a blow to their title hopes when they were beaten 46-44. The score, however, meant they picked up a crucial
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Rubbish crisis suggests recycling is only solution
When I was a regular visitor to Brighton about two years ago, I frequently noted the large amount of rubbish in the town. Gradually the situation seemed to improve. The last few months, however, have seen a rapid deterioration in many parts of the town
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Doherty sparkles but Stevens faces a wait
Ken Doherty ended his Champions Cup campaign on a high note with a brave comeback win over Stephen Lee at the Brighton Centre. Doherty looked to be heading for the wooden spoon in Group A when he trailed world number five Lee 3-1. Despite being blitzed
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Charlie's Albion challenge
Charlie Oatway is not the type of player to shirk a challenge. But Albion's combative midfielder will be even more fired up than usual for Saturday's visit by Torquay. It is not just because the Seagulls badly need a result. Torquay are also one of Oatway's
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Albion: Crosby ban stands
Micky Adams last night blasted the FA decision to turn down Albion's appeal against Andy Crosby's three-match ban. Crosby was sent off during the 2-1 victory over Rochdale two weeks ago. Seagulls manager Adams said: "I'm bitterly dis-appointed. The video
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Eastbourne head for Lord's
Eastbourne return to Lord's on Saturday in the hope of becoming national club champions for a second time. The Sussex League outfit will be thankful Sheffield Collegiate's most celebrated player Michael Vaughan will not be in the opposition line-up. Eastbourne
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Fall in profits at Rentokil
Pest control-to-office services group Rentokil has reported a six per cent fall in profits. But the Sussex-based company has diposed of a number of operations making a comparison of profits an unreliable indicator of performance. Rentokil, which for years
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Cut out West Pier middle man
If the West Pier is counting on getting planning permission to start its market up again, let us hope all the rent from the new venture goes to the West Pier trust and not into the pocket of some third party as it did before. If, as previously reported
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Try a car free day
If cities in countries, including France and Italy, can surrender their cars for one day, where is the will on the part of our councils and Government to try such a welcome scheme locally and nationwide? -A. Bruggi, Clifton Road, Brighton
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Check those windows
The gentleman who recently wrote describing being disturbed throughout the night by the noise of a bank holiday rave should check on the firm that installed his double glazing. You could not hear the noise from the other end of the field. -Gerry Seaton
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Sita in sad state
One of the problems with Sita's rubbish and street cleaning programme is a shortage of workers. Could this possibly be because they are paid such poor wages - barely above the national minimum level - for doing dirty, hard work, and even less if work
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Chaos as burst main turns roads into flood rivers
Three streets were turned into a swamp when a water main burst and flooded gardens. Emergency services dubbed the scene "Saltdean Lido" as a torrent of muddy water deluged roads including Coombe Vale and Saltdean Vale in Saltdean, Brighton. Firefighters
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Battle to save dying lake
Environment chiefs are to visit Swanbourne Lake in Arundel as work starts to stop the lake from drying up. The lake has dried up in recent summers and there had been fears it could disappear if nothing was done about the situation. But the Department
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'Green' developers: Builders have to keep it clean
Part Two: Future developers will have to submit a formal environmental statement for all proposals of a certain size, including measures to minimise any environmental impact. Future proposals likely to require such statements are Brighton station, the
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Are our Downs in peril?
Part One : There are fears the Sussex Downs will be threatened by development. Brighton and Hove Council has said it is committed to preserving rare species and habitats in the countryside but green campaigners still fear the downs may never be the same
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Is the nightmare over?
Watching a child fight for life is every parent's nightmare. The meningitis C vaccine has given parents peace of mind over the disease but concerns have been raised about the mass immunisation programme. One moment a child with meningitis can seem perfectly
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Seagulls invade town's rooftops
The number of seagulls nesting on roofs in Sussex has increased because their clifftop habitats are being destroyed, according to new figures. The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds has been flooded with calls from residents who have been disturbed
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Last stand of the Siamese fighters
One of the oldest aquarium shops in the country is about to close because of a controversial road scheme. The Preston Aquarium was opened by Aubrey Ayton 55 years ago. Here, his daughter Pamela Windo, who now lives in the United States recounts her memories
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The pumpkin palace fit for a prince
Organic farmer Toos Jeuken has built a pumpkin palace complete with double glazing, French doors and dormer windows to house her home-grown pumpkins and squash. The Dutch-born farmer came up with the plan for the pumpkin house after her living room began
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Same old thing
Roger Barker talks about the size of buildings to be put up in Croydon, something which he describes as regeneration (Opinion, August 19). But what has Croydon got to do with proposals for the Brighton Station site? We don't want a place that look like
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Store giant names the day it will shut
C&A has announced its store in Brighton will close in January with the loss of all 39 jobs. Workers at the 30-year-old store in Western Road will be given help in finding new employment before it shuts for the last time on January 28. The company
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Vote sparks drinking fears
A decision to allow a bar at a new seafront development has raised fears the area could degenerate into a drinking den. Councillors originally gave approval for restaurants and a nightclub at Aquarium Terraces in Brighton two years ago. Last night they
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Tomboy - Pumpkin Palace
A woman builds a fancy house for her pumpkins. Tomboy appears daily in The Argus and is updated each day on this website. You can see more of Tomboy on www.moontoon.co.uk The Moontoon website also has comic strips, greeting cards, magazine illustrations
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Not forbidden
I was glad there was a happy outcome for the Underhill family, the Jehovah Witnesses whose premature twin babies and their mother survived despite their refusal to accept blood transfusions. Sadly, many Jehovahs are not so fortunate. It is estimated three
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Will it open?
COMPCO admits its development on the Aquarium Terraces, Brighton, will now not open before next Easter (Argus, August 18). Cynics may wonder whether it ever will. Work has been going on for almost two years. The Marine Parade boundary has been boarded
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Speedway: Eagles lose a thriller
Eastbourne Eagles lost a last-heat thriller at Poole last night. The Sussex squad are still favourites to win the Elite League despite suffering a blow to their title hopes when they were beaten 46-44. The score, however, meant they picked up a crucial
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Reserves go down
Albion Reserves crashed to a 4-1 defeat at Swindon yesterday. They fell behind after just two minutes to set the tone for an uncomfortable afternoon in the County ground sunshine. Goalkeeper Michel Kuipers brought down Alan Young in the area and Charlie
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Albion: Crosby ban stands
Micky Adams last night blasted the FA decision to turn down Albion's appeal against Andy Crosby's three-match ban. Crosby was sent off during the 2-1 victory over Rochdale two weeks ago. Seagulls manager Adams said: "I'm bitterly dis-appointed. The video
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Eastbourne head for Lord's
Eastbourne return to Lord's on Saturday in the hope of becoming national club champions for a second time. The Sussex League outfit will be thankful Sheffield Collegiate's most celebrated player Michael Vaughan will not be in the opposition line-up. Eastbourne
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Sussex denied by Bicknell
Darren Bicknell carried his bat through the first day to frustrate Sussex in their crucial Championship tussle at Trent Bridge yesterday. His first century for Nottinghamshire held together an innings that had looked in serious danger of collapsing in
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Wasim's anger at the axe
Wasim Khan today delivered a stinging bouncer at Sussex as he faced up to life away from the county. The 29-year-old opening batsman believes he has been treated badly after he left by mutual consent last week. Khan is now looking for his third county
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Boy held in purge on thugs
A boy of ten has been arrested in a crackdown on young thugs who cause trouble in a town's square. He was part of a group stopped and searched by police after a couple were threatened in Southwick Square, Southwick. The boy, who cannot be named for legal
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Farewell to Sarah
Sarah Payne's mother paid a moving tribute to her perfect daughter as the murdered schoolgirl was laid to rest today. Hundreds of people packed the church to say a final farewell to the eight-year-old who captured the hearts of the nation. Sara Payne
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Try a car free day
If cities in countries, including France and Italy, can surrender their cars for one day, where is the will on the part of our councils and Government to try such a welcome scheme locally and nationwide? -A. Bruggi, Clifton Road, Brighton
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Check those windows
The gentleman who recently wrote describing being disturbed throughout the night by the noise of a bank holiday rave should check on the firm that installed his double glazing. You could not hear the noise from the other end of the field. -Gerry Seaton
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Sita in sad state
One of the problems with Sita's rubbish and street cleaning programme is a shortage of workers. Could this possibly be because they are paid such poor wages - barely above the national minimum level - for doing dirty, hard work, and even less if work
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Shame on scooter thief
My niece, who has two small babies, recently had a nasty fall at her home on Bates Estate which resulted in her going to hospital with a broken wrist. While one of her relatives was helping her, someone stole his scooter, which was eventually found badly
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Simon Fanshawe - Updating the Place to Be campaign
Coming back off holiday lends a certain perspective to the world, I always think. Clearly there are tans to be shown off, watch marks to be brandished about or, if you're particularly good friends, swimming trunk lines and endless photos to bore your
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Date
Adam Trimingham - The Sage of Sussex
When I first started renting an allotment in the Sixties, I was showered with friendly advice from elderly plot holders who told me they had been doing it for 35 years. The other day I was idly digging away when it struck me that I have been gardening
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Date
Super troupers line up for star-studded launch
A star-studded bash at one of Brighton's top hotels will mark the launch of this year's Argus Appeal. Larger than life television personality Christopher Biggins will host the event which includes a champagne reception, meal, cabaret and disco. It signals
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Date
Chaos as burst main turns roads into flood rivers
Three streets were turned into a swamp when a water main burst and flooded gardens. Emergency services dubbed the scene "Saltdean Lido" as a torrent of muddy water deluged roads including Coombe Vale and Saltdean Vale in Saltdean, Brighton. Firefighters
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Date
Is the nightmare over?
Watching a child fight for life is every parent's nightmare. The meningitis C vaccine has given parents peace of mind over the disease but concerns have been raised about the mass immunisation programme. One moment a child with meningitis can seem perfectly
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Date
NHS staff fight to save A&E
The fight to save emergency hospital services in West Sussex is spreading across the county. Medical staff from Worthing have backed the campaign to keep all accident and emergency care at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath. Supporters of the
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Date
Homophobic thugs branded cowardly
A man has branded his attackers cowards after he was repeatedly kicked in the head in a homophobic attack. Ricardo Saroyan-James was attacked early on Wednesday after a night out in Brighton. The 29-year-old had been clubbing at the Revenge venue and
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Date
Last stand of the Siamese fighters
One of the oldest aquarium shops in the country is about to close because of a controversial road scheme. The Preston Aquarium was opened by Aubrey Ayton 55 years ago. Here, his daughter Pamela Windo, who now lives in the United States recounts her memories
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Driver's desperate bid to avoid boy cyclist
A bus driver described how he did everything he could to stop before hitting a schoolboy cyclist. Joshua O'Flaherty was enjoying a bike ride with a friend around the streets near his home when he was hit by the single-deck bus and suffered fatal injuries
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The pumpkin palace fit for a prince
Organic farmer Toos Jeuken has built a pumpkin palace complete with double glazing, French doors and dormer windows to house her home-grown pumpkins and squash. The Dutch-born farmer came up with the plan for the pumpkin house after her living room began
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Date
Same old thing
Roger Barker talks about the size of buildings to be put up in Croydon, something which he describes as regeneration (Opinion, August 19). But what has Croydon got to do with proposals for the Brighton Station site? We don't want a place that look like
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Date
Robin Martin-Jenkins - Man in the Middle
I mentioned last week how amazing I thought the Sussex supporters were in the light of our humiliation on the first day at Colwyn Bay. I would just like to further that by saying that I was overwhelmed with the support we were given throughout the match
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Date
Store giant names the day it will shut
C&A has announced its store in Brighton will close in January with the loss of all 39 jobs. Workers at the 30-year-old store in Western Road will be given help in finding new employment before it shuts for the last time on January 28. The company
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Date
Protest halts school expansion project
Controversial plans for a rest home to be turned into a private day school have been thrown out. Campaigners today welcomed the news and said their protests had been worthwhile. Councillors voted 6-4 against the proposal by The Drive Prep School in Hove
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Date
It's not funny
Ivor Caplin and other members of Brighton and Hove's Jewish Community are right to protest over the proposed visit to Brighton of Scott Capurro after the comic's recent anti-semitic jibes and insulting jokes about the Holocaust (Argus, August 25). Such
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Date
A palace fit for pumpkin
Organic farmer Toos Jeuken has built a pumpkin palace complete with double glazing, French doors and dormer windows to house her home-grown pumpkins and squash. The Dutch-born farmer came up with the plan for the pumpkin house after her living room began
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Date
Crash pilot laid to rest
Hundreds of mourners attended the funeral of a pilot killed when his jet plunged into the sea during a display at Eastbourne's annual airshow. A lone Red Arrow roared across the sky as the body of Ted Girdler was laid to rest near his home town yesterday
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Vote sparks drinking fears
A decision to allow a bar at a new seafront development has raised fears the area could degenerate into a drinking den. Councillors originally gave approval for restaurants and a nightclub at Aquarium Terraces in Brighton two years ago. Last night they
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Date
Ivy is 83, paralysed and faces homelessness
Paralysed pensioner Ivy Beck is facing homelessness because she can't afford to pay for her care. Up to five frail and disabled pensioners may be forced out of their nursing home unless they can find almost £100 extra a month. The home's fees have soared
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Date
Tomboy - Pumpkin Palace
A woman builds a fancy house for her pumpkins. Tomboy appears daily in The Argus and is updated each day on this website. You can see more of Tomboy on www.moontoon.co.uk The Moontoon website also has comic strips, greeting cards, magazine illustrations
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Date
Elms hot favourite for the sussex title
Steve Elms will start as the favourite to win Sunday's Sussex 25-mile Time Trial Championship for the fifth time in six years. The Crawley ace is in top form after a record-breaking performance in the Norwood Paragon 50-mile event. Elms (In Gear) sped
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Voice of the Argus - The tip of the iceberg
Pensioner Ivy Beck may have to leave the nursing home she has known and loved for many years because of problems over fees. Ivy, who is 83 and has had a stroke, is on income support. The fees are about to rise at the Rottingdean Nursing Home and her contribution
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Date
Reserves go down
Albion Reserves crashed to a 4-1 defeat at Swindon yesterday. They fell behind after just two minutes to set the tone for an uncomfortable afternoon in the County ground sunshine. Goalkeeper Michel Kuipers brought down Alan Young in the area and Charlie
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Sussex tempt keeper
Sussex have offered 17-year-old Australian-born wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Ambrose a two-year contract. Ambrose, who qualifies through his English mother, has gone back to his home in Newcastle, NSW to think over the offer. Sussex's final 2nd XI match of
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Sussex denied by Bicknell
Darren Bicknell carried his bat through the first day to frustrate Sussex in their crucial Championship tussle at Trent Bridge yesterday. His first century for Nottinghamshire held together an innings that had looked in serious danger of collapsing in
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Wasim's anger at the axe
Wasim Khan today delivered a stinging bouncer at Sussex as he faced up to life away from the county. The 29-year-old opening batsman believes he has been treated badly after he left by mutual consent last week. Khan is now looking for his third county
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Date
Boy held in purge on thugs
A boy of ten has been arrested in a crackdown on young thugs who cause trouble in a town's square. He was part of a group stopped and searched by police after a couple were threatened in Southwick Square, Southwick. The boy, who cannot be named for legal
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Farewell to Sarah
Sarah Payne's mother paid a moving tribute to her perfect daughter as the murdered schoolgirl was laid to rest today. Hundreds of people packed the church to say a final farewell to the eight-year-old who captured the hearts of the nation. Sara Payne
