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Hope of 12,500 gate at new stadium
Brighton and Hove Albion expect an average gate of 12,500 in their first season at the proposed Falmer stadium. Chief executive Martin Perry said there was "no reason" to believe attendances would not be significantly higher at the purpose-built ground
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Not so family-friendly
I am staggered Crawley MP Laura Moffat should welcome the opening of a new Asda superstore in the town for its creating 450 "family friendly" jobs. I am not quite sure what is family friendly about earning just above the minimum wage and working weekends
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Historic square in burglary blitz
Residents and builders are being urged to keep their eyes peeled in a bid to combat a rise in burglaries in an historic Hove square. Police are now offering homeowners the chance to beef up their security by providing expert advice. Force analysts have
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Value for money
So, Stuart Welling is now one of the best-paid health supremos in the country, last year making £145,000 from running the merged health trusts of Brighton and Haywards Heath (February 12). He must be giving real value for money to be coining that much
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Caught short
"Looking backwards - looking forwards" headlines the City News, wherein lies the triumphant claim of a good rating awarded by the National Watchdog Audit Commission to Brighton and Hove City Council. Residents of this "energetic and sparkling city" are
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Bag it up
I thank South Central's head of communications for seeming to confirm there is no official bicycle provision in the new sliding-door carriages (Letters, February 14). Public transport is becoming increasingly wheelchair friendly - there is even provision
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Fire hero's dad backs sprinkler drive
The father of heroic fireman Alex Kent has backed a campaign to fit sprinklers in all homes. Off-duty firefighter Alex died attempting to save his younger brother Philip from a huge blaze that broke out in the family's Crowborough home last month. His
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No truck
When are the traffic control officers of Brighton going to do something positive about the ghastly mess of parking in Baker Street, as they have chosen to make it a through way from the Level into London Road? Why allow parking on both sides of this narrow
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Fashion guru bags growing business
A fashion designer famed for dressing Joanna Lumley in a bin liner is expanding his floral business. Jean Yves Aubin started on the road to success when the actress, who played Patsy in television comedy Absolutely Fabulous, accidentally spotted his early
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Street whys
Which authority polices the illegal parking in George Street, Hove? When I take my lunch hour at 1pm, there are cars parked in George Street and, often, driving down the road as pedestrians are walking in the so-called pedestrianised area. Either it is
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Step on the gas to make walking safer
New census figures show that nearly 40 per cent of households in Brighton and Hove have no access to a car or van. This figure is some ten per cent above the national average and may be higher in the city centre. Despite this, the vast majority of road
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What about bin Laden?
Perhaps the news media screened them out but I did not see one placard or hear one word of condemnation of Osama bin Laden at the anti-war rally. Jesse Jackson, in particular, seemed to forget that thousands of his fellow countrymen died at the hands
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Taxpayers face 18.6 per cent rise
Homeowners in Adur district face an overall council tax rise of 18.6 per cent. The increase means that people living in band D homes will have to fork out £1,167.49 a year. Residents of Lancing and Sompting will pay even more because of parish council
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Ed Harcourt, Concorde 2, Brighton, February 18
Ed Harcourt's promoters declare his new album lays his soul on a plate for all to devour. However, after his performance at Concorde 2, I don't really fancy nibbling his soul. It seems a little jaded. Towards the end of the set, Ed apologised for being
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Rougier can be a real threat
New Albion signing Tony Rougier has the pace and power to be a threat to First Division defences, according to former Seagull Brian Horton. Boss Steve Coppell will be hoping Rougier can recapture the goal touch he showed in Division One under Horton at
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An Inspector Calls, Theatre Royal, Brighton, until February 22
The sound of sirens which opens An Inspector Calls gives the audience a clue that JB Priestley's repertory favourite is going to be all too topical. People fearing conflict with Iraq are presented with a play in which the Inspector is transported back
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Gritt relishing Withdean showdown
Albion boss Steve Coppell was given a hero's welcome on his return to Selhurst Park and similar worship is guaranteed when Steve Gritt visits Withdean this Saturday. There is no danger of Seagulls supporters ever forgetting the contribution made to the
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Credit card boosts Albion coffers
Albion are urging fans to show a red card to the crippling financial burdens of playing at Withdean and the public inquiry for Falmer. Every fan signing up for Albion's red-coloured credit card will earn the club £50 as soon as they use it. Chairman Dick
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Seagulls sign Rougier on loan
Albion are signing Tony Rougier from Reading on a month's loan to solve a striker shortage. The Trinidad and Tobago international is expected to make his debut in Saturday's home game against Millwall. Boss Steve Coppell has moved for Rougier as Gary
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Support your PM
I don't wish for war any more than the next person but have you heard the old saying "If you don't get them, sooner or later they will get you"? It's as sure as eggs are eggs, if we don't go in and get Saddam now this will come to pass. None of you younger
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Drawn to object
Many readers will remember the photo of Steve Bassam dressed as a member of Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, when new development of Brighton's Churchill Square was underway. By aligning itself with The Beatles, the owner of the Square, Standard
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Basketball: Duck sets sights on comeback
Randy Duck has jetted back into Sussex with a massive boost for the Brighton Bears squad. The all-star skipper and point guard has been given the all clear to begin fitness work after his hernia operation and expects to be back in training with his team
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Still too late
My thanks for Karen Hoy's report on the tragic death of my grandson Matthew Shelley six years ago (The Argus, February 14). A lot of work was put in by my daughter-in-law, the result being a change of police policy. This meant, we thought, it would not
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Fetish clubbers given the boot
Fetish club members have been kicked out after complaints from "prude" police. They have been ousted from their venue on Brighton seafront after a woman constable said she found members flashing more than just rubber, leather and whips. The WPC was caught
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RUR Cup: Funnell wins it for Wickers
Southwick turned the tables on Burgess Hill as they booked a Cup Final place against Sidley or Selsey with their 2-1 win at a frosty Beacon ground. The rock hard surface meant it was no place for the faint-hearted and in the end Wickers won through thanks
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Fashion guru grows flower business
A fashion designer famed for dressing Joanna Lumley in a bin liner is expanding his flourishing floral business. Jean Yves Aubin started on the road to success when the actress, who played Patsy in television comedy Absolutely Fabulous, accidentally spotted
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Yob culture makes me hate going out
I am a 15-year-old schoolgirl who has spent most of my life growing up in Brighton. I have come to the conclusion that, "glam" as Brighton used to be and cosmopolitan as it has always been considered, I dislike living here. The next years of my teenage
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Time to put faith in Coppell
Making a mistake is perfectly understandable. Everyone does it. Making the same mistake twice is much harder to forgive. Dick Knight should bear that in mind assuming, in May, the chairman does not want to be confronting a hunt for his eighth Albion manager
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Alternative pier supporters press ahead
Supporters of an alternative scheme to save Brighton's stricken West Pier are pressing ahead with their plans. Birch Restorations will ask Brighton and Hove City Council to consider its application even if the planning committee approves the controversial
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Marney eyes permanent move
Albion's Daniel Marney has revealed he would be happy to sign permanent terms at Southend when his latest loan spell comes to an end. The rookie winger has had another month added to his stay at Roots Hall after impressing since his arrival in December
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Rougier can be a real threat
New Albion signing Tony Rougier has the pace and power to be a threat to First Division defences, according to former Seagull Brian Horton. Boss Steve Coppell will be hoping Rougier can recapture the goal touch he showed in Division One under Horton at
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Table Tennis: Rainton storms to title
Rose Rainton has won the band one Southern Open Grand Prix final at Bournemouth. The Bexhill ace used lethal top spin to outgun Kent player Angela Bristow 11-7, 6-11, 11-9, 14-12 in the final. Rainton, who bids for her seventh Sussex women's title at
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Hotel brings 60 jobs
A new hotel has docked in Brighton Marina, creating more than 60 full-time jobs. The Alias Hotel Seattle, which opened on Monday in the Waterfront development, is the latest addition to the Alias Hotels group. The hotel features 71 bedrooms, of which
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Seagulls expect 12,500 stadium gate
Brighton and Hove Albion expect an average gate of 12,500 in their first season at the proposed Falmer stadium. Chief executive Martin Perry said there was "no reason" to believe attendances would not be significantly higher at the purpose-built ground
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Refuse firm in contract walk-out
A refuse company has walked out on its contract with a council, claiming it is losing money. The contract between Arun District Council and Onyx, which still has eight years to run, had been in trouble for several months. The council today sought to reassure
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Fetish clubbers given the boot
Fetish club members have been kicked out after complaints from "prude" police. They have been ousted from their venue on Brighton seafront after a woman constable said she found members flashing more than just rubber, leather and whips. The WPC was caught
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Prison conditions slammed
Standards of accommodation at a Sussex open prison have been condemned and concern raised it is housing unsuitable inmates. Members of a watchdog say quick conversions of accommodation at Ford Open Prison, near Arundel, have resulted in men doubling up
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Prison conditions slammed
Standards of accommodation at a Sussex open prison have been condemned and concern raised it is housing unsuitable inmates. Members of a watchdog say quick conversions of accommodation at Ford Open Prison, near Arundel, have resulted in men doubling up
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Boy band star drops in on school
Excited pupils were among the first to hear a former boy band star's debut solo single. Wayne Williams, who used to be with chart-topping R&B group Another Level, performed "Anything's Possible" at Broadfield East Middle School, Crawley. It is his
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Historic square in burglary blitz
Residents and builders are being urged to keep their eyes peeled in a bid to combat a rise in burglaries in an historic Hove square. Police are now offering homeowners the chance to beef up their security by providing expert advice. Force analysts have
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TV sounds out city's musical past
A TV series starting next week will look at major milestones in Brighton's musical past. The first programme in the Brighton Beats series of six documentaries, filmed by Brighton-based production company The Bridge, charts the city's musical history,
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Car crashes into house
A driver escaped unscathed after crashing through a garden wall into a house. Janice Beal, 63, lost control of her new Peugeot 206 automatic as she drove along Old Shoreham Road, Shoreham, yesterday. It is believed she had used the accelerator instead
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Leaving on a jet plane
After 46 years of watching this country slip gently down the drain, a little like Brighton's West Pier, I quit. I have packed our bags, sold everything and we are off to a sunnier and saner clime. 'Bye. -Paul Lloyd, Temple Grove, Burgess Hill
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Be grateful for this valuable facility
I was delighted to read (The Argus, February 15) that the Briggs Unit has been formed at the General Hospital, Brighton, for patients to attend daily, instead of having to stay overnight in hospital. They can be treated by a doctor and nursing staff for
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Bag it up
I thank South Central's head of communications for seeming to confirm there is no official bicycle provision in the new sliding-door carriages (Letters, February 14). Public transport is becoming increasingly wheelchair friendly - there is even provision
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Fire hero's dad backs sprinkler drive
The father of heroic fireman Alex Kent has backed a campaign to fit sprinklers in all homes. Off-duty firefighter Alex died attempting to save his younger brother Philip from a huge blaze that broke out in the family's Crowborough home last month. His
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Extra mile
In a recent letter to The Argus (February 6), I referred to the problems involved in reintroducing trams to the streets of Brighton. A sub-editor, presumably trying to be "politically correct", added the words "and Hove". This made a nonsense of the letter
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200 new airport security jobs
More than 200 extra security guards are to be hired at Gatwick as part of a £25 million security boost. The recruitment drive by BAA includes another 550 staff at seven airports across the country and comes in response to the heightened fear of terrorism
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Double insult
I refer to Lynn Daly's article (The Argus, February 17) entitled "Warden's parking is not the ticket". I am disgusted Brighton and Hove City Council should allow a private enterprise to let parking wardens park illegally on double yellow lines in order
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Fashion guru bags growing business
A fashion designer famed for dressing Joanna Lumley in a bin liner is expanding his floral business. Jean Yves Aubin started on the road to success when the actress, who played Patsy in television comedy Absolutely Fabulous, accidentally spotted his early
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What about bin Laden?
Perhaps the news media screened them out but I did not see one placard or hear one word of condemnation of Osama bin Laden at the anti-war rally. Jesse Jackson, in particular, seemed to forget that thousands of his fellow countrymen died at the hands
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Murdering the masses
A million people march round London in support of a mass murderer. Is that so he can murder the masses for a bit longer? -C N Rackley, Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill
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Ed Harcourt, Concorde 2, Brighton, February 18
Ed Harcourt's promoters declare his new album lays his soul on a plate for all to devour. However, after his performance at Concorde 2, I don't really fancy nibbling his soul. It seems a little jaded. Towards the end of the set, Ed apologised for being
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Rougier can be a real threat
New Albion signing Tony Rougier has the pace and power to be a threat to First Division defences, according to former Seagull Brian Horton. Boss Steve Coppell will be hoping Rougier can recapture the goal touch he showed in Division One under Horton at
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An Inspector Calls, Theatre Royal, Brighton, until February 22
The sound of sirens which opens An Inspector Calls gives the audience a clue that JB Priestley's repertory favourite is going to be all too topical. People fearing conflict with Iraq are presented with a play in which the Inspector is transported back
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Marney eyes permanent move
Albion's Daniel Marney has revealed he would be happy to sign permanent terms at Southend when his latest loan spell comes to an end. The rookie winger has had another month added to his stay at Roots Hall after impressing since his arrival in December
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Roberts: You will stay up
Ben Roberts has shrugged aside the disappointment of being sent back to Charlton and backed Albion to beat the drop. The on-loan goalkeeper delivered the positive verdict on the Seagulls' survival prospects after being impressed by his temporary team-mates
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Protecting fascists
As a pensioner who remembers the last war, I am disgusted so many from Brighton and Hove went on the rally in London to help protect the fascist regime in Iraq. Where does this place the veterans of the Spanish civil war, whom the left often idolises?
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Time to put faith in Coppell
Making a mistake is perfectly understandable. Everyone does it. Making the same mistake twice is much harder to forgive. Dick Knight should bear that in mind assuming, in May, the chairman does not want to be confronting a hunt for his eighth Albion manager
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Credit card boosts Albion coffers
Albion are urging fans to show a red card to the crippling financial burdens of playing at Withdean and the public inquiry for Falmer. Every fan signing up for Albion's red-coloured credit card will earn the club £50 as soon as they use it. Chairman Dick
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Cycling: Dear halted at winning post
Horses for courses is a phrase James Dear hopes never to hear again. The Friston rider looked set to repeat last year's win in the Kingston Wheelers 14-mile hilly time trial at Ripley, near Guildford contested by a star-studded field of 80 riders. But
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Miracle men
It seems the qualification needed to be a politician is membership of the Magic Circle. Note the aplomb with which Ken Bodfish draws out of the air, with the skill of a conjurer producing a rabbit from a hat, the projected profit figures for if and ever
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Still too late
My thanks for Karen Hoy's report on the tragic death of my grandson Matthew Shelley six years ago (The Argus, February 14). A lot of work was put in by my daughter-in-law, the result being a change of police policy. This meant, we thought, it would not
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Home help
The Government had good intentions when it applied tough restrictions on the owners of care homes. It wanted to ensure there were good standards in all homes for the thousands of elderly people who live in them. But many home owners who were unable or
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Role reversal
One wouldn't argue with Ivor Caplin's contention (The Argus, February 17) that the police have to give priority to serious or life-threatening incidents over non-urgent cases. However, he implies policing a pop concert is more serious and, therefore,
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Civil servants dig own hole
When badgers in Saltdean were granted a stay of execution late last year, it looked as if their survival was assured. But months later the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) still cannot make up its mind about the solution. The
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Level worst
Is Brighton and Hove still the place to be? Yes, if you are a vandal who gets kicks from damaging other people's property with no worries about punishment or police inquiries into your whereabouts. I parked my car in a bay for Blue Badge drivers that
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Fashion guru grows flower business
A fashion designer famed for dressing Joanna Lumley in a bin liner is expanding his flourishing floral business. Jean Yves Aubin started on the road to success when the actress, who played Patsy in television comedy Absolutely Fabulous, accidentally spotted
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Confusion over ageism rules
Small firms are in danger of receiving legal action due to unclear laws on ageism in the workplace, a leading employment law firm has warned. At the present time, there is a code of conduct to influence employers' treatment of older workers but this code
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Yob culture makes me hate going out
I am a 15-year-old schoolgirl who has spent most of my life growing up in Brighton. I have come to the conclusion that, "glam" as Brighton used to be and cosmopolitan as it has always been considered, I dislike living here. The next years of my teenage
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Roberts: You will stay up
Ben Roberts has shrugged aside the disappointment of being sent back to Charlton and backed Albion to beat the drop. The on-loan goalkeeper delivered the positive verdict on the Seagulls' survival prospects after being impressed by his temporary team-mates
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Rougier can be a real threat
New Albion signing Tony Rougier has the pace and power to be a threat to First Division defences, according to former Seagull Brian Horton. Boss Steve Coppell will be hoping Rougier can recapture the goal touch he showed in Division One under Horton at
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Table Tennis: Rainton storms to title
Rose Rainton has won the band one Southern Open Grand Prix final at Bournemouth. The Bexhill ace used lethal top spin to outgun Kent player Angela Bristow 11-7, 6-11, 11-9, 14-12 in the final. Rainton, who bids for her seventh Sussex women's title at
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TV sounds out city's musical past
A TV series starting next week will look at major milestones in Brighton's musical past. The first programme in the Brighton Beats series of six documentaries, filmed by Brighton-based production company The Bridge, charts the city's musical history,
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Seagulls expect 12,500 stadium gate
Brighton and Hove Albion expect an average gate of 12,500 in their first season at the proposed Falmer stadium. Chief executive Martin Perry said there was "no reason" to believe attendances would not be significantly higher at the purpose-built ground
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Happy 21st for addiction centre
A service which aims to help addicts kick their alcohol and drug problems has celebrated its 21st anniversary. Brighton Housing Trust started the city's first dedicated alcohol and drug addiction service when it opened a "dry house" in Kemp Town in 1982
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Fetish clubbers given the boot
Fetish club members have been kicked out after complaints from "prude" police. They have been ousted from their venue on Brighton seafront after a woman constable said she found members flashing more than just rubber, leather and whips. The WPC was caught
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Hope of 12,500 gate at stadium
Brighton and Hove Albion expect an average gate of 12,500 in their first season at the proposed Falmer stadium. Chief executive Martin Perry said there was "no reason" to believe attendances would not be significantly higher at the purpose-built ground
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PC in trouble for 'old git' insult
A police officer is to be reprimanded for calling a suspect "an old git". The officer is due to receive a quiet word in his ear from his commander for using inappropriate language. According to a report to the Sussex Police Authority complaints' committee
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Car crashes into house
A driver escaped unscathed after crashing through a garden wall into a house. Janice Beal, 63, lost control of her new Peugeot 206 automatic as she drove along Old Shoreham Road, Shoreham, yesterday. It is believed she had used the accelerator instead
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Not so family-friendly
I am staggered Crawley MP Laura Moffat should welcome the opening of a new Asda superstore in the town for its creating 450 "family friendly" jobs. I am not quite sure what is family friendly about earning just above the minimum wage and working weekends
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Historic square in burglary blitz
Residents and builders are being urged to keep their eyes peeled in a bid to combat a rise in burglaries in an historic Hove square. Police are now offering homeowners the chance to beef up their security by providing expert advice. Force analysts have
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Value for money
So, Stuart Welling is now one of the best-paid health supremos in the country, last year making £145,000 from running the merged health trusts of Brighton and Haywards Heath (February 12). He must be giving real value for money to be coining that much
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Caught short
"Looking backwards - looking forwards" headlines the City News, wherein lies the triumphant claim of a good rating awarded by the National Watchdog Audit Commission to Brighton and Hove City Council. Residents of this "energetic and sparkling city" are
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Soon come
A recent letter concerning South Central's new trains questioned the issue of the necessary power supply to bring them into passenger service ("Current bun", January 30). The Strategic Rail Authority (SRA) has taken responsibility to deliver the required
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Death crash mother's grief
The mother of a young driver who died after his car ploughed into a block of flats today spoke of her heartache. Diane Sherin, 50, of Hawkswood Road, Hailsham, said her son Stuart Doe, 25, was hugely popular and his many friends have been left devastated
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All talk, no do
I am appalled that a city with the importance of Brighton and Hove has lost its coach station. Brighton and Hove City Council has been very short-sighted in not recognising the need for a modern facility a long time ago and ensuring it was provided. Other
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Getting there
A negative stance prevails among some readers that Brighton and Hove is not suitable for a rapid transport system. Tram systems in this country carry an increasing number of passengers and at the turn of the year a six per cent increase was recorded over
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No truck
When are the traffic control officers of Brighton going to do something positive about the ghastly mess of parking in Baker Street, as they have chosen to make it a through way from the Level into London Road? Why allow parking on both sides of this narrow
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Street whys
Which authority polices the illegal parking in George Street, Hove? When I take my lunch hour at 1pm, there are cars parked in George Street and, often, driving down the road as pedestrians are walking in the so-called pedestrianised area. Either it is
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Step on the gas to make walking safer
New census figures show that nearly 40 per cent of households in Brighton and Hove have no access to a car or van. This figure is some ten per cent above the national average and may be higher in the city centre. Despite this, the vast majority of road
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The Sage Of Sussex: Adam Trimingham
A dog may be man's best friend but it doesn't feel that way to parents who have seen their child fall into a pile of poo in the park. It happens with distressing regularity. Apart from the all too obvious problems of smell and dirt, there is also a small
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Gritt relishing Withdean showdown
Albion boss Steve Coppell was given a hero's welcome on his return to Selhurst Park and similar worship is guaranteed when Steve Gritt visits Withdean this Saturday. There is no danger of Seagulls supporters ever forgetting the contribution made to the
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Seagulls sign Rougier on loan
Albion are signing Tony Rougier from Reading on a month's loan to solve a striker shortage. The Trinidad and Tobago international is expected to make his debut in Saturday's home game against Millwall. Boss Steve Coppell has moved for Rougier as Gary
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Support your PM
I don't wish for war any more than the next person but have you heard the old saying "If you don't get them, sooner or later they will get you"? It's as sure as eggs are eggs, if we don't go in and get Saddam now this will come to pass. None of you younger
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Drawn to object
Many readers will remember the photo of Steve Bassam dressed as a member of Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, when new development of Brighton's Churchill Square was underway. By aligning itself with The Beatles, the owner of the Square, Standard
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Comment: Nick Nurse on basketball
We have lost three games in a row and are no longer favourites for the title but, contrary to what you might have read elsewhere, I am not giving up on top spot in this league. Looking at the table, we have made life hard for ourselves because we have
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Basketball: Bears' coach is kidding nobody
For a while it seemed the world had been turned on its head. First Chester coach Robbie Peers rousing his men for a title challenge. Then, a short filler story in a national tabloid with Bears chief Nick Nurse giving his views on the race for honours.
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Wrong judge
I was under the impression the police always did whatever was necessary to preserve life. I never thought for one minute they could make the decision someone is dead. They are not medically qualified. Surely, if is it too risky to rescue someone - who
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Basketball: Duck sets sights on comeback
Randy Duck has jetted back into Sussex with a massive boost for the Brighton Bears squad. The all-star skipper and point guard has been given the all clear to begin fitness work after his hernia operation and expects to be back in training with his team
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Bags of style
Fashion designer Jean Yves Aubin, who has opened a shop in Ditchling, once persuaded actress Joanna Lumley to wear a dress made out of bin bags. She wore the curious creation for a BBC Children In Need programme. Not every celebrity would want to appear
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RUR Cup: Funnell wins it for Wickers
Southwick turned the tables on Burgess Hill as they booked a Cup Final place against Sidley or Selsey with their 2-1 win at a frosty Beacon ground. The rock hard surface meant it was no place for the faint-hearted and in the end Wickers won through thanks
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Credit card boosts Albion coffers
Albion are urging fans to show a red card to the crippling financial burdens of playing at Withdean and the public inquiry for Falmer. Every fan signing up for Albion's red-coloured credit card will earn the club £50 as soon as they use it. Chairman Dick
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Gritt relishing Withdean showdown
Albion boss Steve Coppell was given a hero's welcome on his return to Selhurst Park and similar worship is guaranteed when Steve Gritt visits Withdean this Saturday. There is no danger of Seagulls supporters ever forgetting the contribution made to the
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Fourth slowdown in housing market
The housing market slowed for the fourth month in a row during January, as chartered surveyors warned there could be price falls ahead. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) said 19 per cent more of its members expected prices to fall during
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Homeowners ditch beer for DIY
Britons are spending more money on DIY, often foregoing holidays or nights out to finance home improvement projects, a new survey revealed today. Average spending has risen to almost £2,000 during the last four months, almost twice as much as on food.
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Plea for pier alternative
Supporters of an alternative scheme to save the stricken West Pier in Brighton are pressing ahead with their plans. Birch Restorations will ask Brighton and Hove City Council to consider its application even if the planning committee approves the controversial
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Time to put faith in Coppell
Making a mistake is perfectly understandable. Everyone does it. Making the same mistake twice is much harder to forgive. Dick Knight should bear that in mind assuming, in May, the chairman does not want to be confronting a hunt for his eighth Albion manager
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Alternative pier supporters press ahead
Supporters of an alternative scheme to save Brighton's stricken West Pier are pressing ahead with their plans. Birch Restorations will ask Brighton and Hove City Council to consider its application even if the planning committee approves the controversial
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Marney eyes permanent move
Albion's Daniel Marney has revealed he would be happy to sign permanent terms at Southend when his latest loan spell comes to an end. The rookie winger has had another month added to his stay at Roots Hall after impressing since his arrival in December
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Hotel brings 60 jobs
A new hotel has docked in Brighton Marina, creating more than 60 full-time jobs. The Alias Hotel Seattle, which opened on Monday in the Waterfront development, is the latest addition to the Alias Hotels group. The hotel features 71 bedrooms, of which
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Refuse firm in contract walk-out
A refuse company has walked out on its contract with a council, claiming it is losing money. The contract between Arun District Council and Onyx, which still has eight years to run, had been in trouble for several months. The council today sought to reassure
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Prison conditions slammed
Standards of accommodation at a Sussex open prison have been condemned and concern raised it is housing unsuitable inmates. Members of a watchdog say quick conversions of accommodation at Ford Open Prison, near Arundel, have resulted in men doubling up
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No home for the badgers
Ministers have failed to find a new home for a family of badgers that have been burrowing under people's homes. The Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) said last night a forum investigating the problem of the Saltdean badgers
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Leaving on a jet plane
After 46 years of watching this country slip gently down the drain, a little like Brighton's West Pier, I quit. I have packed our bags, sold everything and we are off to a sunnier and saner clime. 'Bye. -Paul Lloyd, Temple Grove, Burgess Hill
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Be grateful for this valuable facility
I was delighted to read (The Argus, February 15) that the Briggs Unit has been formed at the General Hospital, Brighton, for patients to attend daily, instead of having to stay overnight in hospital. They can be treated by a doctor and nursing staff for
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Soon come
A recent letter concerning South Central's new trains questioned the issue of the necessary power supply to bring them into passenger service ("Current bun", January 30). The Strategic Rail Authority (SRA) has taken responsibility to deliver the required
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Death crash mother's grief
The mother of a young driver who died after his car ploughed into a block of flats today spoke of her heartache. Diane Sherin, 50, of Hawkswood Road, Hailsham, said her son Stuart Doe, 25, was hugely popular and his many friends have been left devastated
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All talk, no do
I am appalled that a city with the importance of Brighton and Hove has lost its coach station. Brighton and Hove City Council has been very short-sighted in not recognising the need for a modern facility a long time ago and ensuring it was provided. Other
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Extra mile
In a recent letter to The Argus (February 6), I referred to the problems involved in reintroducing trams to the streets of Brighton. A sub-editor, presumably trying to be "politically correct", added the words "and Hove". This made a nonsense of the letter
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Getting there
A negative stance prevails among some readers that Brighton and Hove is not suitable for a rapid transport system. Tram systems in this country carry an increasing number of passengers and at the turn of the year a six per cent increase was recorded over
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200 new airport security jobs
More than 200 extra security guards are to be hired at Gatwick as part of a £25 million security boost. The recruitment drive by BAA includes another 550 staff at seven airports across the country and comes in response to the heightened fear of terrorism
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Double insult
I refer to Lynn Daly's article (The Argus, February 17) entitled "Warden's parking is not the ticket". I am disgusted Brighton and Hove City Council should allow a private enterprise to let parking wardens park illegally on double yellow lines in order
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Murdering the masses
A million people march round London in support of a mass murderer. Is that so he can murder the masses for a bit longer? -C N Rackley, Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill
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The Sage Of Sussex: Adam Trimingham
A dog may be man's best friend but it doesn't feel that way to parents who have seen their child fall into a pile of poo in the park. It happens with distressing regularity. Apart from the all too obvious problems of smell and dirt, there is also a small
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Fire hero's dad backs sprinkler drive
The father of heroic fireman Alex Kent has backed a campaign to fit sprinklers in all homes. Off-duty firefighter Alex died attempting to save his younger brother Philip from a huge blaze that broke out in the family's Crowborough home last month. His
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Death crash mother's grief
The mother of a young driver who died after his car ploughed into a block of flats today spoke of her heartache. Diane Sherin, 50, of Hawkswood Road, Hailsham, said her son Stuart Doe, 25, was hugely popular and his many friends have been left devastated
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Urgent waste collection talks
Urgent talks will be held to solve a dustbins collection row and prevent rubbish piling up in the streets. Council leaders say they will act quickly after refuse collector Onyx walked out on its contract with Arun District Council, saying it was losing
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200 new airport security jobs
More than 200 extra security guards are to be hired at Gatwick as part of a £25 million security boost. The recruitment drive by BAA includes another 550 staff at seven airports across the country and comes in response to the heightened fear of terrorism
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Marney eyes permanent move
Albion's Daniel Marney has revealed he would be happy to sign permanent terms at Southend when his latest loan spell comes to an end. The rookie winger has had another month added to his stay at Roots Hall after impressing since his arrival in December
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Roberts: You will stay up
Ben Roberts has shrugged aside the disappointment of being sent back to Charlton and backed Albion to beat the drop. The on-loan goalkeeper delivered the positive verdict on the Seagulls' survival prospects after being impressed by his temporary team-mates
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Protecting fascists
As a pensioner who remembers the last war, I am disgusted so many from Brighton and Hove went on the rally in London to help protect the fascist regime in Iraq. Where does this place the veterans of the Spanish civil war, whom the left often idolises?
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Time to put faith in Coppell
Making a mistake is perfectly understandable. Everyone does it. Making the same mistake twice is much harder to forgive. Dick Knight should bear that in mind assuming, in May, the chairman does not want to be confronting a hunt for his eighth Albion manager
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Cycling: Dear halted at winning post
Horses for courses is a phrase James Dear hopes never to hear again. The Friston rider looked set to repeat last year's win in the Kingston Wheelers 14-mile hilly time trial at Ripley, near Guildford contested by a star-studded field of 80 riders. But
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Miracle men
It seems the qualification needed to be a politician is membership of the Magic Circle. Note the aplomb with which Ken Bodfish draws out of the air, with the skill of a conjurer producing a rabbit from a hat, the projected profit figures for if and ever
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Comment: Nick Nurse on basketball
We have lost three games in a row and are no longer favourites for the title but, contrary to what you might have read elsewhere, I am not giving up on top spot in this league. Looking at the table, we have made life hard for ourselves because we have
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Basketball: Bears' coach is kidding nobody
For a while it seemed the world had been turned on its head. First Chester coach Robbie Peers rousing his men for a title challenge. Then, a short filler story in a national tabloid with Bears chief Nick Nurse giving his views on the race for honours.
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Wrong judge
I was under the impression the police always did whatever was necessary to preserve life. I never thought for one minute they could make the decision someone is dead. They are not medically qualified. Surely, if is it too risky to rescue someone - who
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Bags of style
Fashion designer Jean Yves Aubin, who has opened a shop in Ditchling, once persuaded actress Joanna Lumley to wear a dress made out of bin bags. She wore the curious creation for a BBC Children In Need programme. Not every celebrity would want to appear
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Home help
The Government had good intentions when it applied tough restrictions on the owners of care homes. It wanted to ensure there were good standards in all homes for the thousands of elderly people who live in them. But many home owners who were unable or
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Role reversal
One wouldn't argue with Ivor Caplin's contention (The Argus, February 17) that the police have to give priority to serious or life-threatening incidents over non-urgent cases. However, he implies policing a pop concert is more serious and, therefore,
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Credit card boosts Albion coffers
Albion are urging fans to show a red card to the crippling financial burdens of playing at Withdean and the public inquiry for Falmer. Every fan signing up for Albion's red-coloured credit card will earn the club £50 as soon as they use it. Chairman Dick
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Civil servants dig own hole
When badgers in Saltdean were granted a stay of execution late last year, it looked as if their survival was assured. But months later the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) still cannot make up its mind about the solution. The
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Level worst
Is Brighton and Hove still the place to be? Yes, if you are a vandal who gets kicks from damaging other people's property with no worries about punishment or police inquiries into your whereabouts. I parked my car in a bay for Blue Badge drivers that
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Gritt relishing Withdean showdown
Albion boss Steve Coppell was given a hero's welcome on his return to Selhurst Park and similar worship is guaranteed when Steve Gritt visits Withdean this Saturday. There is no danger of Seagulls supporters ever forgetting the contribution made to the
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Confusion over ageism rules
Small firms are in danger of receiving legal action due to unclear laws on ageism in the workplace, a leading employment law firm has warned. At the present time, there is a code of conduct to influence employers' treatment of older workers but this code
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Fourth slowdown in housing market
The housing market slowed for the fourth month in a row during January, as chartered surveyors warned there could be price falls ahead. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) said 19 per cent more of its members expected prices to fall during
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Homeowners ditch beer for DIY
Britons are spending more money on DIY, often foregoing holidays or nights out to finance home improvement projects, a new survey revealed today. Average spending has risen to almost £2,000 during the last four months, almost twice as much as on food.
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Plea for pier alternative
Supporters of an alternative scheme to save the stricken West Pier in Brighton are pressing ahead with their plans. Birch Restorations will ask Brighton and Hove City Council to consider its application even if the planning committee approves the controversial
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Roberts: You will stay up
Ben Roberts has shrugged aside the disappointment of being sent back to Charlton and backed Albion to beat the drop. The on-loan goalkeeper delivered the positive verdict on the Seagulls' survival prospects after being impressed by his temporary team-mates
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TV sounds out city's musical past
A TV series starting next week will look at major milestones in Brighton's musical past. The first programme in the Brighton Beats series of six documentaries, filmed by Brighton-based production company The Bridge, charts the city's musical history,
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Happy 21st for addiction centre
A service which aims to help addicts kick their alcohol and drug problems has celebrated its 21st anniversary. Brighton Housing Trust started the city's first dedicated alcohol and drug addiction service when it opened a "dry house" in Kemp Town in 1982
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Car crashes into house
A driver escaped unscathed after crashing through a garden wall into a house. Janice Beal, 63, lost control of her new Peugeot 206 automatic as she drove along Old Shoreham Road, Shoreham, yesterday. It is believed she had used the accelerator instead
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Petrol station robberies linked
Two petrol station robberies are being linked by police. The first happened at the Esso Service Station in Station Road, East Grinstead, on Tuesday last week at 8.45am, while the second occurred at the Esso Service Station in Copthorne Common, Crawley
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Hope of 12,500 gate at stadium
Brighton and Hove Albion expect an average gate of 12,500 in their first season at the proposed Falmer stadium. Chief executive Martin Perry said there was "no reason" to believe attendances would not be significantly higher at the purpose-built ground
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PC in trouble for 'old git' insult
A police officer is to be reprimanded for calling a suspect "an old git". The officer is due to receive a quiet word in his ear from his commander for using inappropriate language. According to a report to the Sussex Police Authority complaints' committee
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No home for the badgers
Ministers have failed to find a new home for a family of badgers that have been burrowing under people's homes. The Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) said last night a forum investigating the problem of the Saltdean badgers
