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What happened to processional cross?
With reference to the feature about the demolition of St Paul's church hall, Worthing, and the renovation of the church, I was very interested to see reference made to the removal of various fittings and am wondering what has happened to the processional
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Pollution result is disappointing
Thank you for your snippet in the diary section of The Sentinel regarding Worthing Swimming Club's sea swim event. As you know, we were pleased to reintroduce the event back into the sea in 2000, with great success. It is disappointing to hear of the
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Warning after cliff fall
Hundreds of tonnes of cliff face were believed to have crashed into the sea at a popular beauty spot. The massive fall at Belle Tout, near Eastbourne, was reported to Coastguards at 3.30pm yesterday. It happened 100m east of the Belle Tout lighthouse.
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Cycle lanes are the way to happy health
I thought we lived in a democracy - 350 names opposing the cycleway? What happened to the 1,000-name petition presented to Worthing Borough Council by members of Vocal two years ago, asking the council to provide, in line with government recommendations
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Edwina was weakest
Edwina Currie was certainly the Weakest Link last Wednesday on Ann Robinson's show. She didn't give much thought to the affair between Edwina and John Major. She even mentioned Bill Clinton and Edwina didn't raise a hair. It just seems she likes good-looking
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What have we done to deserve this?
I read in The Leader they propose to limit the use of cheap-rate fares for elderly people, who will not be able to use their passes until after 9am. Years ago, we fought for the right to use passes before 9am because to get to hospital for a 9am appointment
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Get up to London
Anyone with feelings against a war with Iraq should get their backsides up to London on Saturday and let the Government know what we all think. We need a large number of people to be there on a peaceful march. So come on, England, let's have our day.
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Sewage shock for top school
Southern Water has apologised to top girls' school Roedean for failing to tell it part of its grounds could become the site of a sewage treatment works. The most expensive school in Britain, situated on a cliff top overlooking Brighton Marina, has suddenly
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Between You And Me, by Vanora Leigh
What I need is a pep talk, words of encouragement from someone who'll grab me by the shoulders, look me in the eye and say: "You are NOT a failure!" I've tried it myself without success. "I am NOT a failure," I repeat like a drugged parrot, staring into
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Amour the merrier in new love guide
Dating tips for the ugly and good places to propose are just some of the handy hints to be found in a new guide. To bewildered lovers the world over, these are vital posers - a fact appreciated by the Cheeky Guide team, which has come up with the answers
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Pool may shut to save cash
A swimming pool could be closed down as part of a cost-cutting shake-up of leisure centres. Under the plan, Wadurs at Shoreham would be replaced by a new £5 million complex in Southwick. Adur District Council is considering handing over the day-to-day
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Council staff's £2,000 pay bid
Council workers in Brighton and Hove are demanding £2,000 salary increases in a move which could cripple the cash-strapped authority's finances. As property prices soar, public services union Unison put in the claim for local weighting in an effort to
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Firms in buoyant mood for future
A survey by a Haywards Heath business finance firm suggests 2003 could be a bumper year for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Metropolitan Factors surveyed more than 100 small and medium-sized businesses in Sussex and the findings indicate they
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Executive breakfast club with a difference
A series of free breakfast meetings has been launched to encourage executives to take a fresh look at their businesses. The first of six monthly meetings, organised by Mid Sussex Learning Centre and run by training group Dale Carnegie, is entitled How
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On gun crime
While the Government is trying to cut down on guns and crime, why is it virtually every film on TV shows horrendous violence? I am sick and tired of seeing them advertised. Are these the only films the public likes to watch? -J Adams, Matlock Road, Brighton
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Charity at home
As an ex-Second World War evacuee, I find the attitude of certain Saltdean residents to asylum seekers disturbing (The Argus, January 11). Many of us were evacuated to avoid being killed or maimed by the V-1 bombardment of the South of England. We arrived
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Look after us
It would be crazy to dump asylum seekers on Saltdean. The Government can't look after its own people properly as it is, let alone outsiders. Home Secretary David Blunkett should think again, using some common sense. -Ray Wootton, Stanmer Avenue, Brighton
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Youth Athletics: Crawley girls shine
Crawley athletes made a big impact in the Surrey cross-county championships at Banstead. Talented Danielle Christmas and Hannah Brooks, who had finished first and second in the Sussex League race at Lancing just before Christmas, stormed well away from
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January 14: Norwich 3, Albion 1
Albion bowed out of the FA Cup to complete a night of triple misery for Steve Coppell's beleaguered battlers. They lost Steve Sidwell, Michel Kuipers and an entertaining rescheduled third round tie after threatening to defy the odds stacking up against
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FA Trophy: Lewes bow out
Lewes returned home feeling aggrieved that they lost this FA Trophy third round clash at Gloucester City. The Rooks controlled the game for long periods and Paul Kennett had a hatful of chances to give his side victory but it was not to be. It was a strong
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Cut-price
I am totally disgusted at the recent decision by the Government to allow the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, to house asylum seekers. Saltdean is a small local community, occupied mainly by private home-owners and families. It will be ruined. The crime
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Basketball: Bears must dig deep
Nick Nurse has told his Brighton Bears to ride the wave of euphoria and grab two more league points tonight. Bears go to old rivals Thames Valley Tigers (8pm) in the British League keen to repeat the sort of form which took them to cup glory on Sunday
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They're vulnerable and need our help
While I share the concern of Councillors David Smith and Lynda Hyde at the Government's system of moving asylum seekers around the country without their consent and with little regard for their welfare (The Argus, January 11), the comments from the councillors
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Albion Comment: Ian Hart
I was buoyed by Albion's performance at Coventry on Saturday, which was just as well as I have been shocked by the number of fans already resigned to relegation. The kind of defeatist talk since the home draw with Burnley just after Christmas just won't
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Sidwell set to leave Albion
Albion loan star Steve Sidwell is set to complete a permanent move to First Division rivals Reading today. Sidwell missed the Seagulls' 3-1 exit from the FA Cup at Norwich last night to have talks with the Royals. Parent club Arsenal have accepted Reading's
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Sidwell set to leave Albion
Albion loan star Steve Sidwell is set to complete a permanent move to First Division rivals Reading today. Sidwell missed the Seagulls' 3-1 exit from the FA Cup at Norwich last night to have talks with the Royals. Parent club Arsenal have accepted Reading's
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Knife yob cleared of police threats
A senior Sussex police officer is having to sell up and move his family because of menacing graffiti. Inspector Steve Curry, honoured for success in fighting crime, said: "It will cost me thousands of pounds to move but I will not allow my wife and two
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Bonus blow from Norwich Union
Life insurer Norwich Union blamed the tumbling stock market as it cut bonuses and payouts for 3.3 million policyholders. The group, part of Aviva, said it had been forced to take "prudent action" given the difficult investment climate. Annual bonuses
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City disappointed with present from Debenhams
Department store group Debenhams said it saw good sales over Christmas of gifts, cosmetics and accessories but the City was disappointed with its figures and shares tumbled. Like-for-like sales rose 2.8 per cent for the 19 weeks to January 11, while margins
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Shock in store as shares slide
Retailers had a difficult day after a rash of festive trading statements from the High Street hit the market. Tesco edged down despite reporting forecast-beating Christmas figures as worries about the competitive threat from a new force in the UK grocery
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Sex abuse claims at children's home
Children staying in a private Sussex care home were exposed to a regime of sexual and physical abuse, the High Court has heard. Former residents of Barlavington Manor, in Petworth, have begun a bid for compensation for the abuse they experienced in the
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More than 250 friends mourn officer
A pregnant mother wept in church today as 250 people gathered for her partner's funeral. Wendy Rudwick paid tribute to PC Tokunbo 'Tok' Ezobi, who died in a car crash on his way home to Hove on New Year's Day. She said: "I am so proud of him, proud of
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Patients prepare for ops abroad
A retired voluntary worker will be among the first patients to take part in a new pilot scheme to cut waiting lists by offering operations abroad. Velma Paterson, 74, of Royal Sovereign View, Eastbourne, is one of 15 patients who will have hip or knee
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New trains halted by lack of power
Hundreds of new train carriages could remain out of action until 2006 because of a power shortage. South Central, which operates most train services in Sussex, has ordered 700 new carriages to replace its 40-year-old slam-door trains. But only 42 are
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Stadium will need more land
A new Albion stadium will bring 600 jobs, millions of pounds, community pride and a new sense of self-esteem to Brighton and Hove, a new report says. City council deputy chief executive Alan McCarthy is due to present his findings to a special meeting
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Home is where church is
Having more than 30 children to entertain would try the patience of a Saint but one couple thinks it's a blessing. Steve and Christine Black have been running the Barleyfields Children's Church from their living room for the past four years, complete
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Candles burn flat
Candles were blamed for a fire in a flat last night. The occupants went out and candles left alight began burning a coffee table. Neighbours spotted smoke through a window of the flat and raised the alarm. Firefighters arrived at the scene in First Avenue
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I'll design traffic scheme myself
A concerned father is so determined to stop traffic speeding past his son's school that he has offered to design a traffic calming scheme himself. Simon Ross has won the backing of his MP and the school's headmaster. He claims a commuter short-cut has
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The answer to my question
I would like to thank The Sentinel for the information regarding the naming of roads (after a wartime bomber crew) in West Durrington. I live in Varey Road and have tried to find out where the name came from so was delighted to read the article. -Maureen
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Pollution result is disappointing
Thank you for your snippet in the diary section of The Sentinel regarding Worthing Swimming Club's sea swim event. As you know, we were pleased to reintroduce the event back into the sea in 2000, with great success. It is disappointing to hear of the
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Wreath marks family's anger
The sister of James Ashley, who was shot by a police officer, sent a wreath to Sussex Police headquarters today to mark the fifth anniversary of his death. Pauline Ashley said she would have delivered the wreath in person but she is expecting her second
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Bug fear for van driver
A van driver is today in a satisfactory condition in hospital after developing a suspected case of Legionnaire's Disease. The man, in his 50s, has responded well to treatment and no other cases have been reported. The patient, who lives in the Shoreham
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Bathing bliss
In November there was an article in The Sentinel headed "Slum terrace in Clifton Road". The cottages were old but never slums. This road was and still is a nice road. I am one of six sisters, five of us born in the cottages where Clifton Court now stands
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Don't bet on it
L Stringer is wrong to suggest Lottery funds should be used to subsidise struggling hospitals (Letters, January 13). Essential services such as health and education must be paid for by central taxation and not subject to the whims and vagaries of gambling
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In the wet
Like many Worthing residents, I am a regular reader of The Sentinel, which often mentions Worthing Yacht Club but sometimes has clearly been misinformed. In October, however, the Potterton Trophy was mentioned. This is awarded to the boat returning the
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Cycle lanes are the way to happy health
I thought we lived in a democracy - 350 names opposing the cycleway? What happened to the 1,000-name petition presented to Worthing Borough Council by members of Vocal two years ago, asking the council to provide, in line with government recommendations
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TV shame for holiday boys
Four holidaymakers with an eye for the ladies are about to pay an embarrassing price for their eagerness to please. The four Brighton boys abroad were caught on camera parading in skimpy pink underwear, waxing their chests and fending off gay advances
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Edwina was weakest
Edwina Currie was certainly the Weakest Link last Wednesday on Ann Robinson's show. She didn't give much thought to the affair between Edwina and John Major. She even mentioned Bill Clinton and Edwina didn't raise a hair. It just seems she likes good-looking
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What have we done to deserve this?
I read in The Leader they propose to limit the use of cheap-rate fares for elderly people, who will not be able to use their passes until after 9am. Years ago, we fought for the right to use passes before 9am because to get to hospital for a 9am appointment
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Sewage shock for top school
Southern Water has apologised to top girls' school Roedean for failing to tell it part of its grounds could become the site of a sewage treatment works. The most expensive school in Britain, situated on a cliff top overlooking Brighton Marina, has suddenly
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Between You And Me, by Vanora Leigh
What I need is a pep talk, words of encouragement from someone who'll grab me by the shoulders, look me in the eye and say: "You are NOT a failure!" I've tried it myself without success. "I am NOT a failure," I repeat like a drugged parrot, staring into
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Amour the merrier in new love guide
Dating tips for the ugly and good places to propose are just some of the handy hints to be found in a new guide. To bewildered lovers the world over, these are vital posers - a fact appreciated by the Cheeky Guide team, which has come up with the answers
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Pool may shut to save cash
A swimming pool could be closed down as part of a cost-cutting shake-up of leisure centres. Under the plan, Wadurs at Shoreham would be replaced by a new £5 million complex in Southwick. Adur District Council is considering handing over the day-to-day
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Trash decision that put a good idea in the bag
An award-winning inventor is hoping to clean up more than the streets of Brighton and Hove with his latest design. Builder Steve Capon has designed the Binvelope to protect bags of rubbish by keeping them away from gulls and cats - and off the streets
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Firms in buoyant mood for future
A survey by a Haywards Heath business finance firm suggests 2003 could be a bumper year for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Metropolitan Factors surveyed more than 100 small and medium-sized businesses in Sussex and the findings indicate they
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Benefits of small firms questioned in study
A TUC study has thrown doubt on the importance of small businesses to the economy and employment. It said despite extensive help from the Government and £2.5 billion of taxpayer support, the contribution the sector makes was declining. However, an advocate
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Warning after cliff fall
Hundreds of tonnes of cliff face were believed to have crashed into the sea at a popular beauty spot. The massive fall at Belle Tout, near Eastbourne, was reported to Coastguards at 3.30pm yesterday. It happened 100m east of the Belle Tout lighthouse.
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Wreath marks family's anger
The sister of James Ashley, who was shot by a police officer, sent a wreath to Sussex Police headquarters today to mark the fifth anniversary of his death. Pauline Ashley said she would have delivered the wreath in person but she is expecting her second
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Look after us
It would be crazy to dump asylum seekers on Saltdean. The Government can't look after its own people properly as it is, let alone outsiders. Home Secretary David Blunkett should think again, using some common sense. -Ray Wootton, Stanmer Avenue, Brighton
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Ruined lives
I cannot understand why the Home Office and the Grand Ocean Hotel have decided to place asylum seekers in a quiet residential area such as Saltdean, home to a large elderly population and many young families. The facilities in the community are very limited
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Sussex Senior Cup: Ducille bags a brace
Holders Eastbourne Borough made it to the last eight of the Sussex Senior Cup with an easy 3-1 win over County League side Wick at Crabtree Park. Borough looked a class above from the start and Andrew Ducille got the scoring under way on six minutes after
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Hunt for armed raider
Police at Brighton and Hove CID are linking a string of knifepoint robberies at off-licences over Christmas. In a three-day crime spree spanning December 22, 23 and Christmas Eve, the man twice escaped with cash. Detective Constable Graham Mepham, investigating
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Accused had gun residue on jacket
A man accused of shooting a plasterer in the stomach had bullets and gun residue on his jacket, a court heard yesterday. When police raided Paul Jones' home, they found a coat matching the description given by his victim. Inside the pocket was ammunition
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January 14: Norwich 3, Albion 1
Albion bowed out of the FA Cup to complete a night of triple misery for Steve Coppell's beleaguered battlers. They lost Steve Sidwell, Michel Kuipers and an entertaining rescheduled third round tie after threatening to defy the odds stacking up against
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Teacher's fight for job fails
A teacher sacked after he failed to check on pupils drinking alcohol on a camping trip has lost his bid to get his job back. Peter Bell claimed at a Brighton employment tribunal he was unfairly dismissed by governors at Slindon College, an independent
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Strain claim
So, the owners of the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, have decided to jump on the "asylum seekers get rich quick" bandwagon. The hotel, with the potential to house 580 people, is bang in the middle of a residential community too small to absorb such an
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Grounds for optimism
The future of Brighton and Albion football club will be decided within a few weeks - on or off the field. Steve Coppell's men will reveal whether they are likely to drag themselves off the bottom of Division One. Meanwhile, a public inquiry starting next
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Basketball: Bears must dig deep
Nick Nurse has told his Brighton Bears to ride the wave of euphoria and grab two more league points tonight. Bears go to old rivals Thames Valley Tigers (8pm) in the British League keen to repeat the sort of form which took them to cup glory on Sunday
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They're vulnerable and need our help
While I share the concern of Councillors David Smith and Lynda Hyde at the Government's system of moving asylum seekers around the country without their consent and with little regard for their welfare (The Argus, January 11), the comments from the councillors
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Stadium will need more land
A new Albion stadium will bring 600 jobs, millions of pounds, community pride and a new sense of self-esteem to Brighton and Hove, a new report says. City council deputy chief executive Alan McCarthy is due to present his findings to a special meeting
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Sidwell set to leave Albion
Albion loan star Steve Sidwell is set to complete a permanent move to First Division rivals Reading today. Sidwell missed the Seagulls' 3-1 exit from the FA Cup at Norwich last night to have talks with the Royals. Parent club Arsenal have accepted Reading's
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Youth Rugby: Double joy for Brighton boys
Brighton Minis under-11s recorded a double success, beating Heathfield 49-10 and Crowborough 28-0. Craig Holland, Nick Avery, Harry Leonard, Matthew Ward, Sam Smith, Kieran Martin and Darion Naylor scored tries against Heathfield, while Harry Leonard
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Knife yob cleared of police threats
A senior Sussex police officer is having to sell up and move his family because of menacing graffiti. Inspector Steve Curry, honoured for success in fighting crime, said: "It will cost me thousands of pounds to move but I will not allow my wife and two
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Intruder breaks leg
A suspected burglar broke his leg after jumping out of a first-floor window to escape police. The man was believed to be rifling through bedrooms when he was disturbed by the householder, who came home to find her front door open in Whitley Road, Eastbourne
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Cabbie drove over foot, court told
A taxi driver threw a woman out of a cab before driving over her foot because of an argument over a fare, a court heard. Hayley Tullett was dragged screaming along Hallett Road, Brighton, losing seven layers of skin on her right foot, Hove Crown Court
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Shock in store as shares slide
Retailers had a difficult day after a rash of festive trading statements from the High Street hit the market. Tesco edged down despite reporting forecast-beating Christmas figures as worries about the competitive threat from a new force in the UK grocery
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Raid haul is found
Police have raided another secondhand computer shop in Worthing and recovered property from a house burglary. The raid was carried out together with another warrant for a private address at which more stolen property from burglaries was recovered. One
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Driver hurt in tree collision
A driver was taken to hospital with multiple injuries after his car hit a tree. The car was travelling along the A272 one mile west of Buckbarn, near West Grinstead, at about 3pm yesterday, when it careered off the road into a tree at the junction with
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Man's Lotto win denial
A bricklayer has insisted he has NOT won £10 million on the Lotto. Steven How insists he is the victim of a huge hoax, after rumours spread through Crawley that he had won the cash. As reported in The Argus, a mystery builder from the town has won more
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Pier puppets may never return
A puppetmistress whose marionettes went to war on the West Pier in Brighton fears they will probably never return after the landmark's spectacular collapse. Ann Perrin, whose family's specialist puppets featured in the film Oh! What A Lovely War, had
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More than 250 friends mourn officer
A pregnant mother wept in church today as 250 people gathered for her partner's funeral. Wendy Rudwick paid tribute to PC Tokunbo 'Tok' Ezobi, who died in a car crash on his way home to Hove on New Year's Day. She said: "I am so proud of him, proud of
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New trains halted by lack of power
Hundreds of new train carriages could remain out of action until 2006 because of a power shortage. South Central, which operates most train services in Sussex, has ordered 700 new carriages to replace its 40-year-old slam-door trains. But only 42 are
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Our supplement's up for bids on eBay
An eight-page Argus picture tribute to the collapsed West Pier has already become a prized collectors' item in cyberspace. A copy of the supplement, published free with The Argus on January 6, has been offered through internet auction site www.ebay.co.uk
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Corrie killer at school auction
Coronation Street killer Richard Hillman will be showing his good side when he opens a celebrity auction in Sussex. Hove-based actor Brian Capron, who plays the Street's murderer, will lead the bidding at an auction in aid of Uplands School for children
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Stadium will need more land
A new Albion stadium will bring 600 jobs, millions of pounds, community pride and a new sense of self-esteem to Brighton and Hove, a new report says. City council deputy chief executive Alan McCarthy is due to present his findings to a special meeting
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Rats risk shuts playtime pool
A popular children's paddling pool has been closed because of fears rats could spread a fatal disease to youngsters. Several dead rats have been found floating in the pool near a playground at Brooklands Park, East Worthing. Council health and safety
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Teacher quits in porn probe
A teacher has resigned after being arrested as part of a nationwide police investigation into internet child pornography. Jonathan Collard has been released on bail while inquiries continue as part of the inquiry into online paedophilia. The former head
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Parents' anger at bus fare hike
Parents have reacted angrily to news their children's bus fares to schools in Rottingdean and Portslade are to rise by 60 per cent. Pupils' 50p day return fare has been replaced with a £4 weekly ticket. Hilary Bath, whose son attends Portslade Community
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Pop star Gaz to be a dad
Rock star Gaz Coombes, the Brighton-based lead singer of Supergrass, has spoken of his excitement at becoming a father for the first time. Gaz and his girlfriend Jools are expecting a child in May. He said: "Jools and I haven't thought of any names yet
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The answer to my question
I would like to thank The Sentinel for the information regarding the naming of roads (after a wartime bomber crew) in West Durrington. I live in Varey Road and have tried to find out where the name came from so was delighted to read the article. -Maureen
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Wreath marks family's anger
The sister of James Ashley, who was shot by a police officer, sent a wreath to Sussex Police headquarters today to mark the fifth anniversary of his death. Pauline Ashley said she would have delivered the wreath in person but she is expecting her second
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Accused had gun residue on jacket
A man accused of shooting a plasterer in the stomach had bullets and gun residue on his jacket, a court heard yesterday. When police raided Paul Jones' home, they found a coat matching the description given by his victim. Inside the pocket was ammunition
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Bug fear for van driver
A van driver is today in a satisfactory condition in hospital after developing a suspected case of Legionnaire's Disease. The man, in his 50s, has responded well to treatment and no other cases have been reported. The patient, who lives in the Shoreham
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Keep our identity
Just to set the record straight, I understand the crown formerly on the facade of The Warnes Hotel, commemorating the visit of Emperor Haile Selassie to Worthing, is now in the safe custody of Worthing Museum. Secondly, The Worthing Society has provided
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Comic is strongest link for hospice
A hospice which cares for cancer patients is more than £10,000 better off thanks to Mark Little. The Aussie actor and comedian won the cash when he appeared on The Weakest Link TV quiz show hosted by Anne Robinson. She started off by saying Mark had not
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Bathing bliss
In November there was an article in The Sentinel headed "Slum terrace in Clifton Road". The cottages were old but never slums. This road was and still is a nice road. I am one of six sisters, five of us born in the cottages where Clifton Court now stands
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Making waves
It is good to hear from someone who is looking forward to the launch of Worthing's new station, 107.7FM Splash FM. However, Miss D E Williams (Letters, December 11) has been misinformed on a couple of points. She incorrectly states we will be targeting
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Don't bet on it
L Stringer is wrong to suggest Lottery funds should be used to subsidise struggling hospitals (Letters, January 13). Essential services such as health and education must be paid for by central taxation and not subject to the whims and vagaries of gambling
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In the wet
Like many Worthing residents, I am a regular reader of The Sentinel, which often mentions Worthing Yacht Club but sometimes has clearly been misinformed. In October, however, the Potterton Trophy was mentioned. This is awarded to the boat returning the
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TV shame for holiday boys
Four holidaymakers with an eye for the ladies are about to pay an embarrassing price for their eagerness to please. The four Brighton boys abroad were caught on camera parading in skimpy pink underwear, waxing their chests and fending off gay advances
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We invented the botch job
Did you know the phrase "botch job" originated in Brighton and Hove? According to the city council's very own web site, Jeremy Botch (1770-1834) made a chinois screen that fell on the heads of the Prince Regent and Mrs Fitzherbert. He became notorious
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Trash decision that put a good idea in the bag
An award-winning inventor is hoping to clean up more than the streets of Brighton and Hove with his latest design. Builder Steve Capon has designed the Binvelope to protect bags of rubbish by keeping them away from gulls and cats - and off the streets
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Benefits of small firms questioned in study
A TUC study has thrown doubt on the importance of small businesses to the economy and employment. It said despite extensive help from the Government and £2.5 billion of taxpayer support, the contribution the sector makes was declining. However, an advocate
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Youth Badminton: Dean takes gold
Brighton 15-year old Dean George helped England beat Scotland 7-2 in the final of the Home Countries Quadrangular at Cardiff. George scooped another gold medal, helping Andy Ellis (Yorkshire) win the boys' doubles, while he also reached the semi-finals
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Ruined lives
I cannot understand why the Home Office and the Grand Ocean Hotel have decided to place asylum seekers in a quiet residential area such as Saltdean, home to a large elderly population and many young families. The facilities in the community are very limited
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Youth Swimming: Brighton rule the waves
Brighton Swimming Club saw off competition from across the South East to emerge as top club at its own gala while three of its swimmers have been chosen to represent England Schools. A record 516 swimmers took part in the two-day Tom Handley Memorial
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Lost income
The decision to use the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, as accommodation for asylum seekers not only affects local residents but also the local economy. This hotel is used by individual holidaymakers and national tour operators. The people staying there
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Sussex Senior Cup: Ducille bags a brace
Holders Eastbourne Borough made it to the last eight of the Sussex Senior Cup with an easy 3-1 win over County League side Wick at Crabtree Park. Borough looked a class above from the start and Andrew Ducille got the scoring under way on six minutes after
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Hunt for armed raider
Police at Brighton and Hove CID are linking a string of knifepoint robberies at off-licences over Christmas. In a three-day crime spree spanning December 22, 23 and Christmas Eve, the man twice escaped with cash. Detective Constable Graham Mepham, investigating
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Honey trapped
Four young Brighton men were lured into performing humiliating tasks for girls at a villa in Ibiza. What made it even more embarrassing was that their antics were filmed for a new Channel Five hidden camera show called Honey Trap. The four thought they
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Love or lynch
I hope the people of Saltdean will be able to welcome asylum seekers to their town. I live in a part of Brighton and Hove that has benefited hugely from the contribution of refugees. Hundreds of people who have escaped war and oppression in Iran, Sudan
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A serious job
The Roman Catholic Church in Sussex is taking allegations of abuse made against its clergy and parishioners extremely seriously. Shirley Hosgood, child protection officer in the Arundel and Brighton diocese, is making sure it is easy for people to make
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Teacher's fight for job fails
A teacher sacked after he failed to check on pupils drinking alcohol on a camping trip has lost his bid to get his job back. Peter Bell claimed at a Brighton employment tribunal he was unfairly dismissed by governors at Slindon College, an independent
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Strain claim
So, the owners of the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, have decided to jump on the "asylum seekers get rich quick" bandwagon. The hotel, with the potential to house 580 people, is bang in the middle of a residential community too small to absorb such an
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Grounds for optimism
The future of Brighton and Albion football club will be decided within a few weeks - on or off the field. Steve Coppell's men will reveal whether they are likely to drag themselves off the bottom of Division One. Meanwhile, a public inquiry starting next
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FA Trophy: Reds boss blasts ref
Crawley Town slipped quietly out of the FA Trophy after a 2-1 third round defeat at Hayes. Dejected Reds boss Billy Smith said: "We started and finished the game well, and they admitted we murdered them in the second half. "The free-kick given for their
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Stadium will need more land
A new Albion stadium will bring 600 jobs, millions of pounds, community pride and a new sense of self-esteem to Brighton and Hove, a new report says. City council deputy chief executive Alan McCarthy is due to present his findings to a special meeting
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Youth Basketball: Cougars beaten
Brighton Cougars Cadets went down 80-60 to Hackney White Heat, despite 23 points from Matt Norris. Cougars were 20-8 down at the end of the first quarter, but won the second quarter 24-20 with a fine team performance to be 40-32 down at half-time. Although
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Youth Rugby: Double joy for Brighton boys
Brighton Minis under-11s recorded a double success, beating Heathfield 49-10 and Crowborough 28-0. Craig Holland, Nick Avery, Harry Leonard, Matthew Ward, Sam Smith, Kieran Martin and Darion Naylor scored tries against Heathfield, while Harry Leonard
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Closed-doors meeting on asylum hotel
The chief executive of Brighton and Hove City Council was today meeting Government officials to find out more about a U-turn on plans to use a hotel as a hostel for asylum seekers. On Saturday The Argus revealed Home Secretary David Blunkett's department
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Cabbie drove over foot, court told
A taxi driver threw a woman out of a cab before driving over her foot because of an argument over a fare, a court heard. Hayley Tullett was dragged screaming along Hallett Road, Brighton, losing seven layers of skin on her right foot, Hove Crown Court
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Rescue mission as 173 swans die
A group of Sussex wildlife experts has been called to help colleagues in Kent who are dealing with the deaths of 173 swans. Five workers with the East Sussex Wildlife Rescue Ambulance Service (WRAS) went to Canterbury yesterday after being called up by
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Pier puppets may never return
A puppetmistress whose marionettes went to war on the West Pier in Brighton fears they will probably never return after the landmark's spectacular collapse. Ann Perrin, whose family's specialist puppets featured in the film Oh! What A Lovely War, had
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Daughters' despair at murder
Tearful relatives of murdered Sussex businessman Michael Willard made an emotionally charged plea for help in finding his killer. Victoria and Sarah Willard said they had lost their "rock" when their father, known as Mick, was killed. They described Mr
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Our supplement's up for bids on eBay
An eight-page Argus picture tribute to the collapsed West Pier has already become a prized collectors' item in cyberspace. A copy of the supplement, published free with The Argus on January 6, has been offered through internet auction site www.ebay.co.uk
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Fight against sex abuse
The once-silent children who suffered abuse at the hands of the Roman Catholic church are finally finding the courage to speak out. During the past six months, numerous allegations of abuse have been made against people working within the church in Sussex
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MP's quip angers anti-hunt members
Mid Sussex MP Nicholas Soames has made his presence felt in the Westminster committee discussing plans to severely restrict hunting. Clashing with anti-hunt Labour MP Candy Atherton, he produced one of his trademark withering put-downs. Turning to the
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Corrie killer at school auction
Coronation Street killer Richard Hillman will be showing his good side when he opens a celebrity auction in Sussex. Hove-based actor Brian Capron, who plays the Street's murderer, will lead the bidding at an auction in aid of Uplands School for children
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Teacher quits in porn probe
A teacher has resigned after being arrested as part of a nationwide police investigation into internet child pornography. Jonathan Collard has been released on bail while inquiries continue as part of the inquiry into online paedophilia. The former head
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Parents' anger at bus fare hike
Parents have reacted angrily to news their children's bus fares to schools in Rottingdean and Portslade are to rise by 60 per cent. Pupils' 50p day return fare has been replaced with a £4 weekly ticket. Hilary Bath, whose son attends Portslade Community
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Museums fight it out for £100k prize
Two Sussex museums are to compete for the richest arts prize in Britain. They are nominated for the first Gulbenkian Prize, which aims to do for museums and galleries what the Booker Prize did for books and the Turner Prize for art. The £100,000 award
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Pop star Gaz to be a dad
Rock star Gaz Coombes, the Brighton-based lead singer of Supergrass, has spoken of his excitement at becoming a father for the first time. Gaz and his girlfriend Jools are expecting a child in May. He said: "Jools and I haven't thought of any names yet
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What happened to processional cross?
With reference to the feature about the demolition of St Paul's church hall, Worthing, and the renovation of the church, I was very interested to see reference made to the removal of various fittings and am wondering what has happened to the processional
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Accused had gun residue on jacket
A man accused of shooting a plasterer in the stomach had bullets and gun residue on his jacket, a court heard yesterday. When police raided Paul Jones' home, they found a coat matching the description given by his victim. Inside the pocket was ammunition
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Keep our identity
Just to set the record straight, I understand the crown formerly on the facade of The Warnes Hotel, commemorating the visit of Emperor Haile Selassie to Worthing, is now in the safe custody of Worthing Museum. Secondly, The Worthing Society has provided
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Comic is strongest link for hospice
A hospice which cares for cancer patients is more than £10,000 better off thanks to Mark Little. The Aussie actor and comedian won the cash when he appeared on The Weakest Link TV quiz show hosted by Anne Robinson. She started off by saying Mark had not
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Warning after cliff fall
Hundreds of tonnes of cliff face were believed to have crashed into the sea at a popular beauty spot. The massive fall at Belle Tout, near Eastbourne, was reported to Coastguards at 3.30pm yesterday. It happened 100m east of the Belle Tout lighthouse.
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Making waves
It is good to hear from someone who is looking forward to the launch of Worthing's new station, 107.7FM Splash FM. However, Miss D E Williams (Letters, December 11) has been misinformed on a couple of points. She incorrectly states we will be targeting
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We invented the botch job
Did you know the phrase "botch job" originated in Brighton and Hove? According to the city council's very own web site, Jeremy Botch (1770-1834) made a chinois screen that fell on the heads of the Prince Regent and Mrs Fitzherbert. He became notorious
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Get up to London
Anyone with feelings against a war with Iraq should get their backsides up to London on Saturday and let the Government know what we all think. We need a large number of people to be there on a peaceful march. So come on, England, let's have our day.
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Council staff's £2,000 pay bid
Council workers in Brighton and Hove are demanding £2,000 salary increases in a move which could cripple the cash-strapped authority's finances. As property prices soar, public services union Unison put in the claim for local weighting in an effort to
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Executive breakfast club with a difference
A series of free breakfast meetings has been launched to encourage executives to take a fresh look at their businesses. The first of six monthly meetings, organised by Mid Sussex Learning Centre and run by training group Dale Carnegie, is entitled How
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Home is where church is
Having more than 30 children to entertain would try the patience of a Saint but one couple thinks it's a blessing. Steve and Christine Black have been running the Barleyfields Children's Church from their living room for the past four years, complete
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Despair at father's murder
Tearful relatives of murdered Sussex businessman Michael Willard made an emotionally charged plea for help in finding his killer. Victoria and Sarah Willard said they had lost their "rock" when their father, known as Mick, was killed. They described Mr
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On gun crime
While the Government is trying to cut down on guns and crime, why is it virtually every film on TV shows horrendous violence? I am sick and tired of seeing them advertised. Are these the only films the public likes to watch? -J Adams, Matlock Road, Brighton
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Charity at home
As an ex-Second World War evacuee, I find the attitude of certain Saltdean residents to asylum seekers disturbing (The Argus, January 11). Many of us were evacuated to avoid being killed or maimed by the V-1 bombardment of the South of England. We arrived
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Youth Badminton: Dean takes gold
Brighton 15-year old Dean George helped England beat Scotland 7-2 in the final of the Home Countries Quadrangular at Cardiff. George scooped another gold medal, helping Andy Ellis (Yorkshire) win the boys' doubles, while he also reached the semi-finals
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Youth Athletics: Crawley girls shine
Crawley athletes made a big impact in the Surrey cross-county championships at Banstead. Talented Danielle Christmas and Hannah Brooks, who had finished first and second in the Sussex League race at Lancing just before Christmas, stormed well away from
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Youth Swimming: Brighton rule the waves
Brighton Swimming Club saw off competition from across the South East to emerge as top club at its own gala while three of its swimmers have been chosen to represent England Schools. A record 516 swimmers took part in the two-day Tom Handley Memorial
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Lost income
The decision to use the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, as accommodation for asylum seekers not only affects local residents but also the local economy. This hotel is used by individual holidaymakers and national tour operators. The people staying there
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Honey trapped
Four young Brighton men were lured into performing humiliating tasks for girls at a villa in Ibiza. What made it even more embarrassing was that their antics were filmed for a new Channel Five hidden camera show called Honey Trap. The four thought they
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Love or lynch
I hope the people of Saltdean will be able to welcome asylum seekers to their town. I live in a part of Brighton and Hove that has benefited hugely from the contribution of refugees. Hundreds of people who have escaped war and oppression in Iran, Sudan
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A serious job
The Roman Catholic Church in Sussex is taking allegations of abuse made against its clergy and parishioners extremely seriously. Shirley Hosgood, child protection officer in the Arundel and Brighton diocese, is making sure it is easy for people to make
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FA Trophy: Lewes bow out
Lewes returned home feeling aggrieved that they lost this FA Trophy third round clash at Gloucester City. The Rooks controlled the game for long periods and Paul Kennett had a hatful of chances to give his side victory but it was not to be. It was a strong
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Cut-price
I am totally disgusted at the recent decision by the Government to allow the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, to house asylum seekers. Saltdean is a small local community, occupied mainly by private home-owners and families. It will be ruined. The crime
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FA Trophy: Reds boss blasts ref
Crawley Town slipped quietly out of the FA Trophy after a 2-1 third round defeat at Hayes. Dejected Reds boss Billy Smith said: "We started and finished the game well, and they admitted we murdered them in the second half. "The free-kick given for their
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Albion Comment: Ian Hart
I was buoyed by Albion's performance at Coventry on Saturday, which was just as well as I have been shocked by the number of fans already resigned to relegation. The kind of defeatist talk since the home draw with Burnley just after Christmas just won't
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Sidwell set to leave Albion
Albion loan star Steve Sidwell is set to complete a permanent move to First Division rivals Reading today. Sidwell missed the Seagulls' 3-1 exit from the FA Cup at Norwich last night to have talks with the Royals. Parent club Arsenal have accepted Reading's
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Youth Basketball: Cougars beaten
Brighton Cougars Cadets went down 80-60 to Hackney White Heat, despite 23 points from Matt Norris. Cougars were 20-8 down at the end of the first quarter, but won the second quarter 24-20 with a fine team performance to be 40-32 down at half-time. Although
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Closed-doors meeting on asylum hotel
The chief executive of Brighton and Hove City Council was today meeting Government officials to find out more about a U-turn on plans to use a hotel as a hostel for asylum seekers. On Saturday The Argus revealed Home Secretary David Blunkett's department
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Bonus blow from Norwich Union
Life insurer Norwich Union blamed the tumbling stock market as it cut bonuses and payouts for 3.3 million policyholders. The group, part of Aviva, said it had been forced to take "prudent action" given the difficult investment climate. Annual bonuses
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City disappointed with present from Debenhams
Department store group Debenhams said it saw good sales over Christmas of gifts, cosmetics and accessories but the City was disappointed with its figures and shares tumbled. Like-for-like sales rose 2.8 per cent for the 19 weeks to January 11, while margins
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Bug fear for van driver
A van driver is today in a satisfactory condition in hospital after developing a suspected case of Legionnaire's Disease. The man, in his 50s, has responded well to treatment and no other cases have been reported. The patient, who lives in the Shoreham
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Shortage of wardens
Police were unable to provide traffic wardens to patrol a parking scheme because of recruitment problems and sickness. The new on-street controlled parking zone for Crawley, launched on December 2, was designed to deter all-day commuter parking and make
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Rat shock for OAP
A pensioner woke to find a dead rat on her doormat. The rodent had been pushed through the letterbox of the elderly woman's home in Chancellors Park, Hassocks. Anyone with information should call PC Martin Gander at Burgess Hill police station on 0845
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MP's quip angers anti-hunt members
Mid Sussex MP Nicholas Soames has made his presence felt in the Westminster committee discussing plans to severely restrict hunting. Clashing with anti-hunt Labour MP Candy Atherton, he produced one of his trademark withering put-downs. Turning to the
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Open verdictin railway death mystery
An inquest has failed to establish why an off-duty Sussex ambulance paramedic was lying on a railway track just before he was killed by a train. Antony Hinchliffe, 39, from Lyndhurst Road, Worthing, died on the railway line between Worthing and East Worthing
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Knife attacker escapes prison
A man who dragged his girlfriend from a car and threatened her with a nine-inch knife escaped a prison sentence. Jason Lee Newsom swore and kicked at the car window before attacking his partner, causing injuries to her arm and neck. Newsom, 28, pleaded
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Mayor tracks villains with boys in blue
The mayor of Worthing got to see the sharp end of policing yesterday. Eric Mardell started his tour at Worthing Police Station in Union Place where he was welcomed by Chief Inspector Russ Whitfield. He went out on patrol with local officers and later
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Parents' delight at schools victory
Campaigners are celebrating after winning their fight to keep West Sussex's three remaining intermediate schools open. The county council says it will make no change to the age of transfer in the Midhurst, Petworth and Storrington areas. The decision
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Sex abuse claims at children's home
Children staying in a private Sussex care home were exposed to a regime of sexual and physical abuse, the High Court has heard. Former residents of Barlavington Manor, in Petworth, have begun a bid for compensation for the abuse they experienced in the
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Rescue mission as 173 swans die
A group of Sussex wildlife experts has been called to help colleagues in Kent who are dealing with the deaths of 173 swans. Five workers with the East Sussex Wildlife Rescue Ambulance Service (WRAS) went to Canterbury yesterday after being called up by
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Patients prepare for ops abroad
A retired voluntary worker will be among the first patients to take part in a new pilot scheme to cut waiting lists by offering operations abroad. Velma Paterson, 74, of Royal Sovereign View, Eastbourne, is one of 15 patients who will have hip or knee
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Daughters' despair at murder
Tearful relatives of murdered Sussex businessman Michael Willard made an emotionally charged plea for help in finding his killer. Victoria and Sarah Willard said they had lost their "rock" when their father, known as Mick, was killed. They described Mr
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Fight against sex abuse
The once-silent children who suffered abuse at the hands of the Roman Catholic church are finally finding the courage to speak out. During the past six months, numerous allegations of abuse have been made against people working within the church in Sussex
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MP's quip angers anti-hunt members
Mid Sussex MP Nicholas Soames has made his presence felt in the Westminster committee discussing plans to severely restrict hunting. Clashing with anti-hunt Labour MP Candy Atherton, he produced one of his trademark withering put-downs. Turning to the
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Town hall paintings may have to be sold
Paintings and silver may have to be sold in a bid to keep a town hall running. Arundel Town Council leaders say the historic building is too costly to run without a major cash injection. It has been turned into council offices and a community building
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Anger of baby ward rebels
A 50-point action plan has been unveiled in a bid to shake-up a maternity unit hit by low morale. The package was unveiled after midwives at Worthing Hospital warned of a crisis in their department which could affect services. They said an external review
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Home is where church is
Having more than 30 children to entertain would try the patience of a Saint but one couple thinks it's a blessing. Steve and Christine Black have been running the Barleyfields Children's Church from their living room for the past four years, complete
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Candles burn flat
Candles were blamed for a fire in a flat last night. The occupants went out and candles left alight began burning a coffee table. Neighbours spotted smoke through a window of the flat and raised the alarm. Firefighters arrived at the scene in First Avenue
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Museums fight it out for £100k prize
Two Sussex museums are to compete for the richest arts prize in Britain. They are nominated for the first Gulbenkian Prize, which aims to do for museums and galleries what the Booker Prize did for books and the Turner Prize for art. The £100,000 award
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I'll design traffic scheme myself
A concerned father is so determined to stop traffic speeding past his son's school that he has offered to design a traffic calming scheme himself. Simon Ross has won the backing of his MP and the school's headmaster. He claims a commuter short-cut has
