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Green light for resort's revamp
Councillors commended a major initiative which will shape the future of Worthing during the next decade. Borough councillors discussed the launch of the local strategic partnership, called Working Together, at a full council meeting on Thursday. The Government-backed
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Special delivery for Seventies star
The bizarre world of rock 'n' roll has always been known for grand gestures, but even Spinal Tap never tried this. Passers-by watched in awe as a full-size grand piano was winched 50ft into the air over the roof of a two-storey house. With a gentle swing
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Home Truths, by Jacqui Bealing
The other evening my husband and I went to bed early with our new books. He was reading The Complete Idiot's Guide To Windows XP. I was flicking through the Royal Horticultural Society's Good Plant Guide. "What's yours like?" I asked after a few minutes
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Peterborough 0 Albion 1
London Road was rocking with more than 3,000 expectant Albion fans hoping for the win that would clinch back-to-back promotions. A combination of a strong sun, blustery wind and bare pitch promised to make life difficult for both sides. Albion had the
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Albion on the verge
Bobby Zamora fired Albion to the verge of automatic promotion. The young hotshot's 32nd goal of the season in the second half clinched three more precious points for the Seagulls. Brentford's 3-0 home win over Huddersfield means Peter Taylor's men must
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Public day of mourning
I feel that Tuesday should be made a public holiday to allow people to pay their respects either by attending the Queen Mother's funeral or watching it on television. Schoolchildren have been encouraged to attend or watch it on television but the older
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Wrong review
It is not very often I feel compelled to write a letter but after reading the write-up about The Christians' concert at the Brighton Centre (The Argus, March 27), I had to put pen to paper. It was very unfortunate that not only were The Four Tops and
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Partnered up
On September 14, 2001, Brighton and Hove City Council proudly announced it was going to be the second city (after London) to set up a Partnership Register for lesbian, gay and unmarried couples who wished to register their partnerships in the city in
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Grand old lady
Goodbye to our Queen Mum. It was a great privilege to be invited to the Queen Mother's 100th birthday celebrations two years ago. My good friend Wendy and I had a wonderful day with this grand old lady, who was already very frail. She was marvellous throughout
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Youth Hockey
Goalkeeper Chris Bristow helped England win a silver medal in the Four Nations Under-16s internationals in Manchester. The 16-year-old from Worthing helped his country beat Germany 4-3 and draw 0-0 with Spain in a round-robin before losing 3-0 to Holland
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Youth Kick Boxing
Kick boxer Charlotte Rowley has clinched a World Junior Championship place. The eight-year-old from Rustington claimed a bronze medal at the British Championships to qualify for the jamboree in August in Italy. The St Wilfred's pupil celebrated the anniversary
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Uniform way to cut crime
People who moan that police officers are almost invisible these days will soon be unable to complain any more. Sussex Police detectives are the first in Britain to wear jackets from the USA designed to make them look as conspicuous as possible. Now the
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Middle East crisis should take priority
Many congratulations to Lewes MP Norman Baker who, on Wednesday, April 3, appeared on Radio 4's Today programme to protest the recalling of Parliament in order for members to express their thoughts on the sad passing of the Queen Mother. As Mr Baker correctly
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Motorsport: Sumpter odds on for title
Drivers in the 2002 Michelin Porsche Cup have voted Sussex ace Mark Sumpter as clear favourite for the crown. The former British GTO champion was the most popular choice when all the drivers in the championship were asked to predict their top three selections
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Speedway: Eagles win on the road
Mark Loram produced a match-winning last ride as Eastbourne Eagles made it three Elite League wins out of three at Peterborough last night. The former world champion, back at the track where he endured an unhappy time last season, got the vital second
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Payout after unfair sacking
A woman who claimed she was sacked after refusing to have an affair with her boss has been awarded £6,365 compensation. Cleo Webster, 26, who worked as financial controller and book-keeper for a computer company, successfully made a claim for unfair dismissal
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£10,000 threat to dream of stardom
A teenage performer may be forced to reject her guaranteed place at a world-famous theatrical academy unless she finds £10,000 for fees. Natalie Mctiffen, 16, is coming to the end of her first year at the London-based Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts
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Mother smashed vase at school
A mother went to her ten-year-old daughter's school and smashed a vase, a court heard. Yvette O'Mahony, of Framfield Close, Ifield, near Crawley, was given a conditional discharge for a year by Crawley magistrates yesterday after she admitted causing
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Controversial ex-mayor dies
Former mayor Francois Dupr, a controversial Tory member of the old Hove Council, has died at the age of 70. He represented South Portslade for eight years and became mayor in 1990. His Swiss-born wife Huguette was also a councillor in the same ward. The
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Killers fight after getting life terms
A fight broke out between two men as they were convicted of the murder of gay eccentric Billy Carmichael. Police and prison officers jumped into the dock at Lewes Crown Court to separate Richard Price, 25, and Richard Sumner, 35, after a jury yesterday
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Olli's safe and sound
An ostrich which escaped from a farm with two other birds was found last night after almost two days on the run. The 4st female, nicknamed Olli, was discovered by a hedge near her home, just outside Horsham. Police spokesman Phil Woolf said: "It's a real
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The joy of getting physical
The scientists are coming! Carbon nanotubes, quark-gluon plasmas and exotic nuclei are on the agenda. I can hardly wait. Actually I'd rather have a ticket to Robbie Williams - or even Andy Williams - than listen to a bunch of eggheads enthusing about
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£10k bill to move caf 10ft
A seafront caf owner faces a bill of £10,000 for delays in moving his business just 10ft away. Rodney Posner gained planning permission three years ago to move The Meeting Place from Hove to Brighton. Since then, he has been in lease negotiations with
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Ban killer drivers
Accident figures prove that a large number of drivers should have their licences taken away, due to anti-social attitudes, drink driving and no control over their murderous tempers. -Mrs S Bartle, Jubilee Road, Portslade
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What a mess
I would like to thank you for publishing the recent article on the rotten state of Theobald House in Blackman Street, Brgihton, (The Argus, April 3). On the same day the paper came out, the council cleared the dustbin room - after three weeks of letting
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Albion on the verge
Bobby Zamora fired Albion to the verge of automatic promotion. The young hotshot's 32nd goal of the season in the second half clinched three more precious points for the Seagulls. Brentford's 3-0 home win over Huddersfield means Peter Taylor's men must
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Wrong review
It is not very often I feel compelled to write a letter but after reading the write-up about The Christians' concert at the Brighton Centre (The Argus, March 27), I had to put pen to paper. It was very unfortunate that not only were The Four Tops and
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Date
Partnered up
On September 14, 2001, Brighton and Hove City Council proudly announced it was going to be the second city (after London) to set up a Partnership Register for lesbian, gay and unmarried couples who wished to register their partnerships in the city in
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Date
Grand old lady
Goodbye to our Queen Mum. It was a great privilege to be invited to the Queen Mother's 100th birthday celebrations two years ago. My good friend Wendy and I had a wonderful day with this grand old lady, who was already very frail. She was marvellous throughout
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Mouse trap
Dustmen came to the rescue of a woman in Woodingdean who was frightened when a mouse scuttled across her floor. They cornered the rodent under the television set before setting it free outside and continuing with their work. For the two men involved it
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Mass hysteria
Why does The Argus conclude that apathy is the reason so few people have signed books of condolence for the Queen Mother? Is it not more likely that people are actively deciding for themselves that they do not wish to buy into this over-hyped grief-fest
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Speedway: Eagles win on the road
Mark Loram produced a match-winning last ride as Eastbourne Eagles made it three Elite League wins out of three at Peterborough last night. The former world champion, back at the track where he endured an unhappy time last season, got the vital second
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Date
Cricket: Sussex play on after tragedy
Sussex are going ahead with next week's friendly against Surrey despite the death of all-rounder Umer Rashid on the pre-season tour of Grenada. After consulting with the county's players coach Peter Moores has decided to play the three-day match, which
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Zamora in line for French test
Bobby Zamora could be representing England next month against the likes of Brazil and Portugal. Albion boss Peter Taylor expects his star striker to be picked for the prestigious annual tournament in Toulon. Zamora was selected in the under 20 squad this
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£10,000 threat to dream of stardom
A teenage performer may be forced to reject her guaranteed place at a world-famous theatrical academy unless she finds £10,000 for fees. Natalie Mctiffen, 16, is coming to the end of her first year at the London-based Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts
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Controversial ex-mayor dies
Former mayor Francois Dupr, a controversial Tory member of the old Hove Council, has died at the age of 70. He represented South Portslade for eight years and became mayor in 1990. His Swiss-born wife Huguette was also a councillor in the same ward. The
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Boundary chnages spark anger
A reshuffle of ward boundaries in Worthing are set come into force in the summer after being agreed by councillors. Nine of the town's wards will see their borders moved and an extra ward will be created in Durrington, provisionally called Northbrook.
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Councillors' rates on hold
Most Brighton and Hove councillors, including leader Ken Bodfish, will not get an allowance rise this year. An independent review body is recommending rates stay largely the same as last year. Changes will be designed to reflect Brighton and Hove City
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£10k bill to move caf 10ft
A seafront caf owner faces a bill of £10,000 for delays in moving his business just 10ft away. Rodney Posner gained planning permission three years ago to move The Meeting Place from Hove to Brighton. Since then, he has been in lease negotiations with
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Why all the fuss?
I don't know what all the fuss is about regarding the possible modern buildings on the seafront by the West Pier. Already, the esplanade is a vast, concrete expanse with no beauty whatsoever. Adjacent monstrosities such as the grey Hilton Hotel block
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Ban killer drivers
Accident figures prove that a large number of drivers should have their licences taken away, due to anti-social attitudes, drink driving and no control over their murderous tempers. -Mrs S Bartle, Jubilee Road, Portslade
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What a mess
I would like to thank you for publishing the recent article on the rotten state of Theobald House in Blackman Street, Brgihton, (The Argus, April 3). On the same day the paper came out, the council cleared the dustbin room - after three weeks of letting
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Team News: Peterborough v Albion
Bobby Zamora gave Albion a massive boost for today's potential promotion clincher at London Road by returning a game early. The prolific striker's dislocated shoulder was expected to keep him out of action until next Saturday's final home game of the
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Gay teaching
Tris Reid-Smith is, of course, correct to urge Tony Blair to fulfil his election pledge to repeal Section 28 (Letters, April 4). However, he is wrong to assert that teachers are prevented from discussing homosexuality in schools. Section 28 of the Local
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Mouse trap
Dustmen came to the rescue of a woman in Woodingdean who was frightened when a mouse scuttled across her floor. They cornered the rodent under the television set before setting it free outside and continuing with their work. For the two men involved it
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Stop the grief
Politicians and the media seem to have misjudged the national mood over the death of the Queen Mother. Rather than there being a national outpouring of grief, most people seem to have reacted to the event with indifference. The Argus itself has reported
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Youth Table Tennis
Table tennis ace Stacey Furnival represents England in the Home Under-12s International in Dublin this weekend. The Sussex champion, believes it will be the biggest few days of her young life. She said: "I'm excited and nervous. It doesn't seem real.
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Changing times
If the Queen Mother had died soon after her husband, there would have been a long period of national mourning as veneration for royalty was then at its peak. But times have changed and the Queen Mother lived far longer than any other member of the royal
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Date
Dust duo carts off unwanted mouse
Dustmen tackled an emergency for a woman who ran screaming from her house. The woman, living in the Woodingdean area of Brighton, was terrified of mice and had just found one in her front room. Dustmen Dougie Day and Keith Blackman chased the mouse around
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No shock
I am surprised and not a little disappointed at the tone of reporting in The Argus (April 4) concerning the reaction to The Queen Mother's death. Firstly, in contrast to the sudden and dramatic death of Diana, Princess of Wales, The Queen Mother was by
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Mass hysteria
Why does The Argus conclude that apathy is the reason so few people have signed books of condolence for the Queen Mother? Is it not more likely that people are actively deciding for themselves that they do not wish to buy into this over-hyped grief-fest
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Motorsport: Winning start for Suzuki
Sussex based race team Roundstone Suzuki have begun the new season in style. They recorded impressive wins in both the National Superstock Championship and the Dunlop Junior Superstock Championship at Silverstone on Easter Monday. Roundstone riders John
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Plea for return of priceless memories
A tourist has made a plea for the return of his camera containing pictures taken at his sister's wedding. Nicholas Keating, from Florida, stayed for a week at the five-star Grand Hotel on King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne. During his stay, he visited several
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Cricket: Sussex play on after tragedy
Sussex are going ahead with next week's friendly against Surrey despite the death of all-rounder Umer Rashid on the pre-season tour of Grenada. After consulting with the county's players coach Peter Moores has decided to play the three-day match, which
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Date
Zamora in line for French test
Bobby Zamora could be representing England next month against the likes of Brazil and Portugal. Albion boss Peter Taylor expects his star striker to be picked for the prestigious annual tournament in Toulon. Zamora was selected in the under 20 squad this
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Appeal over pub knife attack
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was stabbed in a pub. The 30-year-old from Yapton, near Arundel, who has not been named, was attacked in the Barnham Bridge Inn, Barnham Road, Barnham, near Bognor, on March 29 between 10pm and 10.15pm. He
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Dog savaged in footpath attack
A bull mastiff cross savagely attacked a smaller dog being walked by her owner, a court heard. The owner of the mastiff, Paul Steadman, of Goldfinch Close, Horsham, admitted failing to keep a dangerous dog under control on December 30 at Crawley Magistrates
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Councillors' rates on hold
Most Brighton and Hove councillors, including leader Ken Bodfish, will not get an allowance rise this year. An independent review body is recommending rates stay largely the same as last year. Changes will be designed to reflect Brighton and Hove City
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Date
NY style comes to Sussex Police
Sussex Police detectives are the first in Britain to wear New York-style jackets. The first consignment arrived in Brighton and Hove yesterday and was immediately given the thumbs up from rank and file detectives who hope they will raise their profile
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Date
Green light for resort's revamp
Councillors commended a major initiative which will shape the future of Worthing during the next decade. Borough councillors discussed the launch of the local strategic partnership, called Working Together, at a full council meeting on Thursday. The Government-backed
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Date
Why all the fuss?
I don't know what all the fuss is about regarding the possible modern buildings on the seafront by the West Pier. Already, the esplanade is a vast, concrete expanse with no beauty whatsoever. Adjacent monstrosities such as the grey Hilton Hotel block
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Date
Special delivery for Seventies star
The bizarre world of rock 'n' roll has always been known for grand gestures, but even Spinal Tap never tried this. Passers-by watched in awe as a full-size grand piano was winched 50ft into the air over the roof of a two-storey house. With a gentle swing
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Date
Home Truths, by Jacqui Bealing
The other evening my husband and I went to bed early with our new books. He was reading The Complete Idiot's Guide To Windows XP. I was flicking through the Royal Horticultural Society's Good Plant Guide. "What's yours like?" I asked after a few minutes
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Date
Team News: Peterborough v Albion
Bobby Zamora gave Albion a massive boost for today's potential promotion clincher at London Road by returning a game early. The prolific striker's dislocated shoulder was expected to keep him out of action until next Saturday's final home game of the
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Date
Peterborough 0 Albion 1
London Road was rocking with more than 3,000 expectant Albion fans hoping for the win that would clinch back-to-back promotions. A combination of a strong sun, blustery wind and bare pitch promised to make life difficult for both sides. Albion had the
-
Date
Public day of mourning
I feel that Tuesday should be made a public holiday to allow people to pay their respects either by attending the Queen Mother's funeral or watching it on television. Schoolchildren have been encouraged to attend or watch it on television but the older
-
Date
Gay teaching
Tris Reid-Smith is, of course, correct to urge Tony Blair to fulfil his election pledge to repeal Section 28 (Letters, April 4). However, he is wrong to assert that teachers are prevented from discussing homosexuality in schools. Section 28 of the Local
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Date
Youth Hockey
Goalkeeper Chris Bristow helped England win a silver medal in the Four Nations Under-16s internationals in Manchester. The 16-year-old from Worthing helped his country beat Germany 4-3 and draw 0-0 with Spain in a round-robin before losing 3-0 to Holland
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Date
Stop the grief
Politicians and the media seem to have misjudged the national mood over the death of the Queen Mother. Rather than there being a national outpouring of grief, most people seem to have reacted to the event with indifference. The Argus itself has reported
-
Date
Youth Table Tennis
Table tennis ace Stacey Furnival represents England in the Home Under-12s International in Dublin this weekend. The Sussex champion, believes it will be the biggest few days of her young life. She said: "I'm excited and nervous. It doesn't seem real.
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Date
Changing times
If the Queen Mother had died soon after her husband, there would have been a long period of national mourning as veneration for royalty was then at its peak. But times have changed and the Queen Mother lived far longer than any other member of the royal
-
Date
Dust duo carts off unwanted mouse
Dustmen tackled an emergency for a woman who ran screaming from her house. The woman, living in the Woodingdean area of Brighton, was terrified of mice and had just found one in her front room. Dustmen Dougie Day and Keith Blackman chased the mouse around
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Date
No shock
I am surprised and not a little disappointed at the tone of reporting in The Argus (April 4) concerning the reaction to The Queen Mother's death. Firstly, in contrast to the sudden and dramatic death of Diana, Princess of Wales, The Queen Mother was by
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Date
Youth Kick Boxing
Kick boxer Charlotte Rowley has clinched a World Junior Championship place. The eight-year-old from Rustington claimed a bronze medal at the British Championships to qualify for the jamboree in August in Italy. The St Wilfred's pupil celebrated the anniversary
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Date
Uniform way to cut crime
People who moan that police officers are almost invisible these days will soon be unable to complain any more. Sussex Police detectives are the first in Britain to wear jackets from the USA designed to make them look as conspicuous as possible. Now the
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Date
Motorsport: Winning start for Suzuki
Sussex based race team Roundstone Suzuki have begun the new season in style. They recorded impressive wins in both the National Superstock Championship and the Dunlop Junior Superstock Championship at Silverstone on Easter Monday. Roundstone riders John
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Date
Plea for return of priceless memories
A tourist has made a plea for the return of his camera containing pictures taken at his sister's wedding. Nicholas Keating, from Florida, stayed for a week at the five-star Grand Hotel on King Edward's Parade, Eastbourne. During his stay, he visited several
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Date
Middle East crisis should take priority
Many congratulations to Lewes MP Norman Baker who, on Wednesday, April 3, appeared on Radio 4's Today programme to protest the recalling of Parliament in order for members to express their thoughts on the sad passing of the Queen Mother. As Mr Baker correctly
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Date
Motorsport: Sumpter odds on for title
Drivers in the 2002 Michelin Porsche Cup have voted Sussex ace Mark Sumpter as clear favourite for the crown. The former British GTO champion was the most popular choice when all the drivers in the championship were asked to predict their top three selections
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Date
Payout after unfair sacking
A woman who claimed she was sacked after refusing to have an affair with her boss has been awarded £6,365 compensation. Cleo Webster, 26, who worked as financial controller and book-keeper for a computer company, successfully made a claim for unfair dismissal
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Date
Appeal over pub knife attack
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was stabbed in a pub. The 30-year-old from Yapton, near Arundel, who has not been named, was attacked in the Barnham Bridge Inn, Barnham Road, Barnham, near Bognor, on March 29 between 10pm and 10.15pm. He
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Date
Mother smashed vase at school
A mother went to her ten-year-old daughter's school and smashed a vase, a court heard. Yvette O'Mahony, of Framfield Close, Ifield, near Crawley, was given a conditional discharge for a year by Crawley magistrates yesterday after she admitted causing
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Date
Dog savaged in footpath attack
A bull mastiff cross savagely attacked a smaller dog being walked by her owner, a court heard. The owner of the mastiff, Paul Steadman, of Goldfinch Close, Horsham, admitted failing to keep a dangerous dog under control on December 30 at Crawley Magistrates
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Date
Green light for resort's revamp
Councillors commended a major initiative which will shape the future of Worthing during the next decade. Borough councillors discussed the launch of the local strategic partnership, called Working Together, at a full council meeting on Thursday. The Government-backed
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Date
Killers fight after getting life terms
A fight broke out between two men as they were convicted of the murder of gay eccentric Billy Carmichael. Police and prison officers jumped into the dock at Lewes Crown Court to separate Richard Price, 25, and Richard Sumner, 35, after a jury yesterday
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Date
NY style comes to Sussex Police
Sussex Police detectives are the first in Britain to wear New York-style jackets. The first consignment arrived in Brighton and Hove yesterday and was immediately given the thumbs up from rank and file detectives who hope they will raise their profile
-
Date
Olli's safe and sound
An ostrich which escaped from a farm with two other birds was found last night after almost two days on the run. The 4st female, nicknamed Olli, was discovered by a hedge near her home, just outside Horsham. Police spokesman Phil Woolf said: "It's a real
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Date
The joy of getting physical
The scientists are coming! Carbon nanotubes, quark-gluon plasmas and exotic nuclei are on the agenda. I can hardly wait. Actually I'd rather have a ticket to Robbie Williams - or even Andy Williams - than listen to a bunch of eggheads enthusing about
