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Match Report: No way through for Albion
Skipper Paul Rogers was rested for the second Saturday running for promoted Albion's clash against relegation candidates Carlisle at Brunton Park. Boss Micky Adams returned to the starting line-up which clinched a place in the Second Division next season
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Carlisle 0, Albion 0: Albion close in on title
Albion are closing in on their first title for 36 years, despite being held by lowly Carlisle. Results elsewhere mean Micky Adams' men need just four more points to clinch the championship. Alan Cork's Cardiff were held to a 3-3 draw at York, while Chesterfield
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Early-doors bore
I don't resent the fact that there are no-go areas for young children in the evening. Far from it - if ever we get an evening out, the last thing I want is to put up with a screaming child at the next table. But surely a family attraction such as Brighton's
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Diamond bright
Last Saturday, April 14, my wife and I celebrated our diamond wedding anniversary. It brought back memories of our wartime marriage. Travelling in the blackout by car to Brighton, after the wedding celebrations in Bournemouth, was a journey to remember
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Motorsport: Kirk suffers mixed fortunes
Motorbike ace Glenn Kirk knows all about mixed fortunes in racing - both on and off the track. The Hailsham-based 20-year-old has landed himself a place among the elite of young riders in the British Junior Supersport Championship this season but that
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Motorsport: Crash and learn for Merrilees
Crawley teenager Oliver Merrilees believes he will be a better rider following a major crash at the opening meeting of the new season. The 17-year-old has stepped up this season to compete in the Junior Superstock Series on a Yamaha 600. The competition
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Going for gold
In order that our city football club does not have another administrative disaster similar to losing the Goldstone football ground ("Des Lynam accuses council of stadium slacking", Argus, April 19), it must be borne in mind the Withdean stadium, once
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Skipper in court for diamond robbery
Nine men denied conspiring to rob a £200 million diamond exhibition at the Millennium Dome when they made a brief appearance at the Old Bailey yesterday. They are all charged with conspiring together and with unknown others between July 7, 1999, and November
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Jobs boost at new look store
One hundred new jobs are being created by a city centre supermarket. Safeway, in St James's Street, Brighton, is closing its doors for three weeks for a major refit to transform the store. The new jobs will be on a new hot food takeaway area which store
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GP calls for shake-up to boost morale
A Sussex doctor says a major shake-up of services is needed if GP morale is to improve. Doctors across the county are being balloted by the British Medical Association on whether they would be prepared to resign if agreement is not reached with the Government
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Police chiefs pledge new crime crackdown
Police are pledging to cut crime by ten per cent in four years after new figures showed the rise in offending had been halted. Latest statistics show significant reductions in burglary and vehicle crime in Sussex and police chiefs are aiming for more.
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Feature: Mobile phone industry
Chris Baker investigates the troubled mobile phone industry following the announcement this week that two Sussex mobile phone companies were shedding jobs. Britain's first mobile phone call was made a few minutes past midnight on January 1, 1985. It was
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Home Truths, with Jacqui Bealing
Not only does my five-cakes-a-day husband have cavity-free teeth, it now turns out he has the pulse rate of an Olympic athlete and the cholesterol levels of a gerbil. Last week he took advantage of a medical health check-up, paid for by his employers,
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Helicopter training pad set to take off
A new helicopter training ground at Shoreham airport looks likely to get the go-ahead. Airport bosses want to raise land at the north-western end of the airfield by two metres to provide a heli-pad. It would help provide year-round training for pilots
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Match Report: No way through for Albion
Skipper Paul Rogers was rested for the second Saturday running for promoted Albion's clash against relegation candidates Carlisle at Brunton Park. Boss Micky Adams returned to the starting line-up which clinched a place in the Second Division next season
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Carlisle 0, Albion 0: Albion close in on title
Albion are closing in on their first title for 36 years, despite being held by lowly Carlisle. Results elsewhere mean Micky Adams' men need just four more points to clinch the championship. Alan Cork's Cardiff were held to a 3-3 draw at York, while Chesterfield
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Goat in danger
One has to question why the Government says it would only vaccinate animals with agreement from the farmers. After all, there is no willingness by the Government to seek the agreement of farmers for the slaughter of their healthy animals. Could it be
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Des Res
Among the numerous flyers shoved through my letterbox to tempt me, I picked one out before it went into my filing cabinet (next to the front gate), headed "Portobello". Naturally it caught my eye as I too delivered Portobello leaflets more than a year
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Berth control
I chuckled after reading the front-page story "Labour liner idea floated" (Argus, April 18). Undoubtedly, if it had been possible to berth a liner between Dover and Portsmouth, it would have taken place years ago. There is no port large enough to take
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Motorsport: Kirk suffers mixed fortunes
Motorbike ace Glenn Kirk knows all about mixed fortunes in racing - both on and off the track. The Hailsham-based 20-year-old has landed himself a place among the elite of young riders in the British Junior Supersport Championship this season but that
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Trouble in store
I am sick to death of hearing how Falmer is the only place for the new Albion stadium - what utter rubbish. The Falmer Road leading through Woodingdean down to Rottingdean is an absolute nightmare every day. Illegally-parked cars in Rottingdean High Street
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Motorsport: Crash and learn for Merrilees
Crawley teenager Oliver Merrilees believes he will be a better rider following a major crash at the opening meeting of the new season. The 17-year-old has stepped up this season to compete in the Junior Superstock Series on a Yamaha 600. The competition
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It's not just a flight of fancy
Shoreham airport was one of the first to be established in Britain but it has never really reached its full potential. Other airports which developed later, such as Gatwick and Heathrow, have grown to a far greater extent. Now the airport is not all that
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Going for gold
In order that our city football club does not have another administrative disaster similar to losing the Goldstone football ground ("Des Lynam accuses council of stadium slacking", Argus, April 19), it must be borne in mind the Withdean stadium, once
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Football's grassroots supporters, I salute you
What a misguided individual Darren Pearce, of Peacehaven, must be (Argus, April 13). It is true that when a football club has success, many so-called "supporters" manifest themselves both from the local area and beyond. You only have to look at Manchester
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Call to replace waste forum leaders
A pressure group wants two men heading a forum examining waste plans to be replaced because of their links to the waste industry and local authorities. Anti-incinerator pressure group Defenders of the Ouse Valley and Estuary (Dove) made the call as it
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Skipper in court for diamond robbery
Nine men denied conspiring to rob a £200 million diamond exhibition at the Millennium Dome when they made a brief appearance at the Old Bailey yesterday. They are all charged with conspiring together and with unknown others between July 7, 1999, and November
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GP calls for shake-up to boost morale
A Sussex doctor says a major shake-up of services is needed if GP morale is to improve. Doctors across the county are being balloted by the British Medical Association on whether they would be prepared to resign if agreement is not reached with the Government
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Call for more Specials hits presidential note
Brighton police stole a line from former US President John F Kennedy today as they issued a challenge to the public. Kennedy's famous phrase, "Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country" was used to appeal for more
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Airport jobs boost on the horizon
Hundreds of jobs will be created if plans take off for the expansion of Shoreham airport. The airport is set to become a centre for Euro-commuters with planes seating up to 80 people jetting off to cities including Amsterdam, Paris and Brussels. The airport
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Home Truths, with Jacqui Bealing
Not only does my five-cakes-a-day husband have cavity-free teeth, it now turns out he has the pulse rate of an Olympic athlete and the cholesterol levels of a gerbil. Last week he took advantage of a medical health check-up, paid for by his employers,
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Helicopter training pad set to take off
A new helicopter training ground at Shoreham airport looks likely to get the go-ahead. Airport bosses want to raise land at the north-western end of the airfield by two metres to provide a heli-pad. It would help provide year-round training for pilots
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Goat in danger
One has to question why the Government says it would only vaccinate animals with agreement from the farmers. After all, there is no willingness by the Government to seek the agreement of farmers for the slaughter of their healthy animals. Could it be
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Des Res
Among the numerous flyers shoved through my letterbox to tempt me, I picked one out before it went into my filing cabinet (next to the front gate), headed "Portobello". Naturally it caught my eye as I too delivered Portobello leaflets more than a year
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What a doll!
Eight Barbie dolls dressed in designer outfits will be auctioned for charity at a fashion show next week in Brighton. They have been given their clothes by dressmaker Paul Milana, who has them looking like celebrities such as Posh Spice and Naomi Campbell
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Berth control
I chuckled after reading the front-page story "Labour liner idea floated" (Argus, April 18). Undoubtedly, if it had been possible to berth a liner between Dover and Portsmouth, it would have taken place years ago. There is no port large enough to take
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A crisis looms
Ever since Sussex University was founded more than 40 years ago, there's always been a problem in housing all the students. It's got worse over the years with the expansion of Sussex and the creation of Brighton University. This autumn, when the new intake
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Trouble in store
I am sick to death of hearing how Falmer is the only place for the new Albion stadium - what utter rubbish. The Falmer Road leading through Woodingdean down to Rottingdean is an absolute nightmare every day. Illegally-parked cars in Rottingdean High Street
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It's not just a flight of fancy
Shoreham airport was one of the first to be established in Britain but it has never really reached its full potential. Other airports which developed later, such as Gatwick and Heathrow, have grown to a far greater extent. Now the airport is not all that
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Speedway: Eagles hold Panthers
Eastbourne Eagles grabbed their second draw of the season in a thrilling Elite League battle at Peterborough last night. The Sussex squad will now fancy their chances of recording their first home league win of 2001 against the Panthers at Arlington tonight
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Football's grassroots supporters, I salute you
What a misguided individual Darren Pearce, of Peacehaven, must be (Argus, April 13). It is true that when a football club has success, many so-called "supporters" manifest themselves both from the local area and beyond. You only have to look at Manchester
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Rugby: Day of destiny
Haywards Heath and Sussex under-20s face arguably their biggest ever tests today on a momentous afternoon for the county's rugby hopes. Heath tackle London Two South title rivals Canterbury in the most important league match ever staged in the county.
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Call to replace waste forum leaders
A pressure group wants two men heading a forum examining waste plans to be replaced because of their links to the waste industry and local authorities. Anti-incinerator pressure group Defenders of the Ouse Valley and Estuary (Dove) made the call as it
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Royal reward for aiding babies
A small firm whose medical equipment has revolutionised treatment for premature babies has been honoured in the Queen's birthday list of business awards announced today. Brighton-based EME has been awarded the coveted Queen's Award for Innovation for
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Call for more Specials hits presidential note
Brighton police stole a line from former US President John F Kennedy today as they issued a challenge to the public. Kennedy's famous phrase, "Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country" was used to appeal for more
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Travellers told to leave seafront camp
Travellers who took over part of Hove seafront must leave today after police gave them 24 hours to move on. Police served notice on them under the Public Order Act yesterday following dozens of complaints from nearby residents and seafront users. The
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Housing crisis for students
Cash-strapped students in Brighton are facing a housing crisis. The number of properties to rent has slumped as landlords take advantage of the property boom in the city and sell. The number of landlords registered at the University of Brighton has halved
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Let's go barbie
Barbie dolls are turning their noses up at High Street fashion and will only be seen in designer clothes. Posh Spice Barbie has been flaunting her figure in a transparent gold dress and Naomi Campbell Barbie has been strutting her stuff in a daring mini-skirt
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Boy, six, acts just like TV heroes
Samuel Phillips's quick thinking and love of TV 999 shows saved the day when he discovered his mother had collapsed. The six-year-old calmly phoned for an ambulance when he could not wake up his mother, Wendy, at the family home in Worthing. Mrs Phillips
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Airport jobs boost on the horizon
Hundreds of jobs will be created if plans take off for the expansion of Shoreham airport. The airport is set to become a centre for Euro-commuters with planes seating up to 80 people jetting off to cities including Amsterdam, Paris and Brussels. The airport
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Early-doors bore
I don't resent the fact that there are no-go areas for young children in the evening. Far from it - if ever we get an evening out, the last thing I want is to put up with a screaming child at the next table. But surely a family attraction such as Brighton's
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Diamond bright
Last Saturday, April 14, my wife and I celebrated our diamond wedding anniversary. It brought back memories of our wartime marriage. Travelling in the blackout by car to Brighton, after the wedding celebrations in Bournemouth, was a journey to remember
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What a doll!
Eight Barbie dolls dressed in designer outfits will be auctioned for charity at a fashion show next week in Brighton. They have been given their clothes by dressmaker Paul Milana, who has them looking like celebrities such as Posh Spice and Naomi Campbell
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A crisis looms
Ever since Sussex University was founded more than 40 years ago, there's always been a problem in housing all the students. It's got worse over the years with the expansion of Sussex and the creation of Brighton University. This autumn, when the new intake
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Speedway: Eagles hold Panthers
Eastbourne Eagles grabbed their second draw of the season in a thrilling Elite League battle at Peterborough last night. The Sussex squad will now fancy their chances of recording their first home league win of 2001 against the Panthers at Arlington tonight
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Rugby: Day of destiny
Haywards Heath and Sussex under-20s face arguably their biggest ever tests today on a momentous afternoon for the county's rugby hopes. Heath tackle London Two South title rivals Canterbury in the most important league match ever staged in the county.
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Jobs boost at new look store
One hundred new jobs are being created by a city centre supermarket. Safeway, in St James's Street, Brighton, is closing its doors for three weeks for a major refit to transform the store. The new jobs will be on a new hot food takeaway area which store
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Royal reward for aiding babies
A small firm whose medical equipment has revolutionised treatment for premature babies has been honoured in the Queen's birthday list of business awards announced today. Brighton-based EME has been awarded the coveted Queen's Award for Innovation for
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Police chiefs pledge new crime crackdown
Police are pledging to cut crime by ten per cent in four years after new figures showed the rise in offending had been halted. Latest statistics show significant reductions in burglary and vehicle crime in Sussex and police chiefs are aiming for more.
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Travellers told to leave seafront camp
Travellers who took over part of Hove seafront must leave today after police gave them 24 hours to move on. Police served notice on them under the Public Order Act yesterday following dozens of complaints from nearby residents and seafront users. The
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Feature: Mobile phone industry
Chris Baker investigates the troubled mobile phone industry following the announcement this week that two Sussex mobile phone companies were shedding jobs. Britain's first mobile phone call was made a few minutes past midnight on January 1, 1985. It was
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Housing crisis for students
Cash-strapped students in Brighton are facing a housing crisis. The number of properties to rent has slumped as landlords take advantage of the property boom in the city and sell. The number of landlords registered at the University of Brighton has halved
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Let's go barbie
Barbie dolls are turning their noses up at High Street fashion and will only be seen in designer clothes. Posh Spice Barbie has been flaunting her figure in a transparent gold dress and Naomi Campbell Barbie has been strutting her stuff in a daring mini-skirt
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Boy, six, acts just like TV heroes
Samuel Phillips's quick thinking and love of TV 999 shows saved the day when he discovered his mother had collapsed. The six-year-old calmly phoned for an ambulance when he could not wake up his mother, Wendy, at the family home in Worthing. Mrs Phillips
