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Bus stop bay 100 yards from stop
Surprised residents could not believe their eyes when they returned home to find a new bus stop bay painted outside their homes. They were even more astonished when they realised the road markings were almost 100ft from the nearest bus stop. Council officials
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Trainer Josh faces final furlong
As the jockeys saddle up at Sandown racecourse today it'll be a poignant moment for trainer Josh Gifford, who retires after 50 years in the business. When Aldaniti galloped across the winning line at the Grand National in 1981, it was a fairytale ending
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Cenotaph groper is fined
A man who groped a teenager's bottom as Prince Charles laid a wreath of flowers at the Cenotaph has escaped jail. As BBC cameras rolled, former chicken plucker Phillip Lowe, 46, rubbed himself against a startled visitor in the Remembrance Day crowds.
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Council backtracks over 'trespasser'
Housing officials have backtracked on a legal code after labelling a grieving husband a "tolerated trespasser" in his own home. Brighton and Hove City Council told Terry Pemberton to leave his home when his wife Margaret died earlier this year, even though
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Terrace Talk, with Roz South
That awful "University of Life" clich about glasses being half full or half empty is for once an apt description of the way fans are approaching the last two games this season. Although, after Easter Monday's game many of the "half full" brigade have
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Terrace Talk, with Roz South
That awful "University of Life" clich about glasses being half full or half empty is, for once, probably an apt description of the way fans are feeling. Although, after Easter Monday's game many of the "half full" brigade have deserted and joined the
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Jane memorial service?
Jane Longhurst was my teacher for three years and I was wondering whether there will be a memorial service for her. I would like to pay my respects to a teacher who was kind and wouldn't hurt a fly. I know a lot of people who would like to leave flowers
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Station site is ideal for flats
One sees often in The Argus where new blocks of flats are planned for the Brighton and Hove seafront. The ideal place for the much-needed flat accommodation is on the site behind Brighton station instead of yet another Sainsbury's store with its area
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Albion 4 Watford 0
Albion's fight for First Division survival is going to the final day of the season. The Seagulls kept alive their hopes of a miraculous escape, with the help of arch-rivals Crystal Palace. A comfortable victory against mid-table Watford, combined with
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The mysterious hooded man
Andrew Rough (Letters, March 1) and Sarah Walker (Letters, April 4) mentioned the Walking Man. My son and I have often talked of this mysterious man who we both see from time to time, in all different locations, some near, some far. We don't call him
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All bar none
The letters sent out for postal voting have a bar-code identical to the envelope and voting form inside. This could lead to fraudulent votes. Also, there are people who have not received any forms at all. I know of eight couples. Is this a fair way to
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Boxing: West Hill's big night
West Hill host their boxing show at Bexhill Athletic Club tonight with a mix of juniors and seniors on the card. Matchmaker Dean Brooker has found bouts for most of his Hastings-based gym, including Johnny Sanders (35kg) up against E. Smith (Ashford)
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Pooling around
A crazy circular pool table is drawing crowds at Shoreham airport. Instead of walking around the table, you spin the top of the table and move the cue ball to you. It sounds just the thing for a round-robin tournament.
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City strategy
I am happy to respond to a number of readers' questions and comments (Letters, April 23). I can reassure Bob Gunnell that Brighton and Hove City Council has not "worked out a planning policy" such that people "can expect more high-rise buildings". Our
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Try us now
Letters in the past few months have given us a clear insight into public concerns as the May 1 local election has drawn ever nearer. Labour has been in control for almost two decades and has dismally failed in its financial management, leaving a debt-ridden
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Trainer Josh faces final furlong
As the jockeys saddle up at Sandown racecourse today it'll be a poignant moment for trainer Josh Gifford, who retires after 50 years in the business. When Aldaniti galloped across the winning line at the Grand National in 1981, it was a fairytale ending
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Forgive their trespasses
Common sense and common courtesy have prevailed following complaints about the way a widower was treated by council officials. Terry Pemberton was labelled a "tolerated trespasser" in his home of 28 years by Brighton and Hove City Council. Following his
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Watering cans could raise £5,000
Collectors with a fascination for gardening are expected to bid up to £1,200 for a single watering can. The 18th Century Dutch can, decorated with images of female heads, is among a collection of 18 vintage water vessels up for auction at Sotheby's near
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Jail term for drink-driver
A woman who admitted being almost five times over the alcohol limit for driving - and was stopped again on the day she appeared in court - has been jailed for four months. Magistrates at Crawley yesterday told Maralyn Jamieson, 55, her offences were so
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Mugging case trial date
A man accused of mugging a 92-year-old woman will stand trial in June. Andrew Bowcott, 38, of no fixed address, appeared at Hove Crown Court yesterday charged with robbing Millie Kershaw in May last year. Mrs Kershaw was left with a broken hip and wrist
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Albion v Watford: Blow by blow
Albion's first corner, taken by Rodger, should have produced the opening goal. It was flicked on by Mayo, but Blackwell headed over when well placed. Watford had forced the first corner of the contest in the fourth minute through Smith. Ardley's delivery
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Trainer Josh faces final furlong
As the jockeys saddle up at Sandown racecourse today it'll be a poignant moment for trainer Josh Gifford, who retires after 50 years in the business. When Aldaniti galloped across the winning line at the Grand National in 1981, it was a fairytale ending
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Cenotaph groper is fined
A man who groped a teenager's bottom as Prince Charles laid a wreath of flowers at the Cenotaph has escaped jail. As BBC cameras rolled, former chicken plucker Phillip Lowe, 46, rubbed himself against a startled visitor in the Remembrance Day crowds.
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Council backtracks over 'trespasser'
Housing officials have backtracked on a legal code after labelling a grieving husband a "tolerated trespasser" in his own home. Brighton and Hove City Council told Terry Pemberton to leave his home when his wife Margaret died earlier this year, even though
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Inside View: Nathan Jones
With the weather being nice, it's been an excellent and very intense week of training which will hopefully have got us the desired result against Watford today. And anyone who came to the Withdean for the open day would have seen a bubbly and talented
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Jane memorial service?
Jane Longhurst was my teacher for three years and I was wondering whether there will be a memorial service for her. I would like to pay my respects to a teacher who was kind and wouldn't hurt a fly. I know a lot of people who would like to leave flowers
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Station site is ideal for flats
One sees often in The Argus where new blocks of flats are planned for the Brighton and Hove seafront. The ideal place for the much-needed flat accommodation is on the site behind Brighton station instead of yet another Sainsbury's store with its area
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The mysterious hooded man
Andrew Rough (Letters, March 1) and Sarah Walker (Letters, April 4) mentioned the Walking Man. My son and I have often talked of this mysterious man who we both see from time to time, in all different locations, some near, some far. We don't call him
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All bar none
The letters sent out for postal voting have a bar-code identical to the envelope and voting form inside. This could lead to fraudulent votes. Also, there are people who have not received any forms at all. I know of eight couples. Is this a fair way to
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No confidence
A lot of people make the excuse of not voting by saying all the parties are as bad as each other, so it makes no difference. I have a lot of sympathy with this opinion, although I pride myself that I have missed voting at only one election (I was away
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City strategy
I am happy to respond to a number of readers' questions and comments (Letters, April 23). I can reassure Bob Gunnell that Brighton and Hove City Council has not "worked out a planning policy" such that people "can expect more high-rise buildings". Our
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Date
First past post
Voters are at last seizing the opportunity to post their ballot papers for the May 1 election. The experiment of a postal-only ballot at Brighton and Hove City Council is expected to draw at least as many voters out of the woodwork as the last election
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Date
Trainer Josh faces final furlong
As the jockeys saddle up at Sandown racecourse today it'll be a poignant moment for trainer Josh Gifford, who retires after 50 years in the business. When Aldaniti galloped across the winning line at the Grand National in 1981, it was a fairytale ending
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Speedway: Eagles ace is one of the best
Edward Kennett is celebrating a remarkable performance in the British under-21 speedway championship. The 16-year-old whizzkid from Magham Down in East Sussex finished third in a 24-strong field at Sheffield after getting a late call-up. Kennett, an Eastbourne
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Random choice is better than ballot
Valerie Paynter (Letters, April 24) says it is very sad that "the same lie" is repeated in three letters in these columns. What is really sad - tragic even - is that for a month or so before every election, these letters columns are filled with the same
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Cricket: Innes strike could be crucial
Kevin Innes struck a crucial blow for Sussex with his second ball of the match to leave the Championship opener against Middlesex evenly poised going into the final day. The all-rounder ended a partnership of 117 in 29 overs between Andy Strauss and Owais
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Jail term for drink-driver
A woman who admitted being almost five times over the alcohol limit for driving - and was stopped again on the day she appeared in court - has been jailed for four months. Magistrates at Crawley yesterday told Maralyn Jamieson, 55, her offences were so
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Mugging case trial date
A man accused of mugging a 92-year-old woman will stand trial in June. Andrew Bowcott, 38, of no fixed address, appeared at Hove Crown Court yesterday charged with robbing Millie Kershaw in May last year. Mrs Kershaw was left with a broken hip and wrist
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A&E waiting times improve
Accident and emergency departments are dealing with patients more quickly but not fast enough to meet Government targets, new figures have revealed. About 82 per cent of patients visiting casualties in Brighton and Haywards Heath are seen, treated and
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Fare dodgers face crackdown
A rail operator is cracking down on fare dodgers by introducing a penalty scheme. Thameslink, which runs services from Brighton through London to Bedford, is bringing in the penalty fares for the first time since 1997. The scheme will operate between
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Albion 4 Watford 0
Albion's fight for First Division survival is going to the final day of the season. The Seagulls kept alive their hopes of a miraculous escape, with the help of arch-rivals Crystal Palace. A comfortable victory against mid-table Watford, combined with
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Date
Inside View: Nathan Jones
With the weather being nice, it's been an excellent and very intense week of training which will hopefully have got us the desired result against Watford today. And anyone who came to the Withdean for the open day would have seen a bubbly and talented
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Jess's tragic tale
I write in response to the article about the killing of Jess the collie dog (The Argus, April 19). Being a dog lover and animal lover generally, I have never thought a human could be so cruel and barbaric as to throw a dog from a moving car. My thoughts
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Seagulls hail super skipper
Danny Cullip has been hailed by fans as Albion's captain fantastic. They have voted the Seagulls' inspirational skipper player of the season. Cullip topped the poll from Sussex-born club stalwart Kerry Mayo. Top scorer Bobby Zamora, winner of the main
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Home Truths, with Jacqui Bealing
My husband and his brother, Max, are kind, loyal and considerate towards each other. They talk on the phone at least twice a week, they remember to send birthday cards and they are proud of each other's achievements. This doesn't stop them from being
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Muddied waters
The origin of the name of Pease Pottage generally told is it was the place prisoners were given a meal at a break on their journey. I have heard two versions: First, that they were on their way from the assizes at Lewes to jail at Horsham and, second,
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Date
No confidence
A lot of people make the excuse of not voting by saying all the parties are as bad as each other, so it makes no difference. I have a lot of sympathy with this opinion, although I pride myself that I have missed voting at only one election (I was away
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Motorsport: Ballard leads dual Sussex attack
Andrew Ballard is hoping to step up his challenge for honours after recording his first win of the season. The Portslade rider took victory in the Clubman 400 race at Oulton Park last weekend. He finished two places ahead of team-mate John Evans, also
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Date
Tell us more
Defend Council Housing represents tenants opposed to the privatisation of their homes. J A Blease's support (Letters, April 23) is welcome whether or not he is elected as a councillor for Queen's Park. But the fact that he is a council tenant is not enough
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Date
First past post
Voters are at last seizing the opportunity to post their ballot papers for the May 1 election. The experiment of a postal-only ballot at Brighton and Hove City Council is expected to draw at least as many voters out of the woodwork as the last election
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Last post
The feature "Local service stamped out" (The Argus, April 24) highlights the closure of small post offices. Our local post office on Ditchling Road, Brighton, closed recently and I am now required to go to the post office in the Co-op in London Road,
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Speedway: Eagles ace is one of the best
Edward Kennett is celebrating a remarkable performance in the British under-21 speedway championship. The 16-year-old whizzkid from Magham Down in East Sussex finished third in a 24-strong field at Sheffield after getting a late call-up. Kennett, an Eastbourne
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Date
Random choice is better than ballot
Valerie Paynter (Letters, April 24) says it is very sad that "the same lie" is repeated in three letters in these columns. What is really sad - tragic even - is that for a month or so before every election, these letters columns are filled with the same
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Date
Cricket: Innes strike could be crucial
Kevin Innes struck a crucial blow for Sussex with his second ball of the match to leave the Championship opener against Middlesex evenly poised going into the final day. The all-rounder ended a partnership of 117 in 29 overs between Andy Strauss and Owais
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Date
Seagulls hail super skipper
Danny Cullip has been hailed by fans as Albion's captain fantastic. They have voted the Seagulls' inspirational skipper player of the season. Cullip topped the poll from Sussex-born club stalwart Kerry Mayo. Top scorer Bobby Zamora, winner of the main
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Date
Tributes to sporting legend
More than 200 people packed a chapel to pay tribute to a "local legend", sportsman and actor who died after gas cylinders exploded on his boat. Tim Brooking, 67, well known in hockey circles across the south of England, was restoring a former lifeboat
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Date
Net result for artists
Artists can show their work on a new web site. Fluid-inc is a Brighton-based artists' agency which has been launched to enable artists the chance to get work and increase their exposure. Its web site features an internet gallery on which 20 illustrators
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Curate's wife in Sars peril
A curate is praying for the safety of his wife who is living in Sars-stricken Hong Kong. Peter Lo, 48, has been appointed curate at Holy Cross Church in Uckfield but his wife Joni is still living in his Hong Kong homeland. The pair have visited each other
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A&E waiting times improve
Accident and emergency departments are dealing with patients more quickly but not fast enough to meet Government targets, new figures have revealed. About 82 per cent of patients visiting casualties in Brighton and Haywards Heath are seen, treated and
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Date
Fare dodgers face crackdown
A rail operator is cracking down on fare dodgers by introducing a penalty scheme. Thameslink, which runs services from Brighton through London to Bedford, is bringing in the penalty fares for the first time since 1997. The scheme will operate between
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Jane murder hunt: Man released
A 35-year-old guitarist has been released on police bail after questioning over the murder of schoolteacher Jane Longhurst. The man, who lives with a female friend of Jane's in Hove, was arrested on Thursday evening. He is said to deny any involvement
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Albion 4 Watford 0
Albion's fight for First Division survival is going to the final day of the season. The Seagulls kept alive their hopes of a miraculous escape, with the help of arch-rivals Crystal Palace. A comfortable victory against mid-table Watford, combined with
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Date
Albion v Watford: The teams
Albion were bugged by illness for Saturday's must-win final home fixture against mid-table Watford. Paul Brooker and Richard Carpenter were both ruled out by a virus. Steve Coppell's assistant Bob Booker has been laid low by the same illness for the past
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Date
April 25: Middlesex v Sussex (Close)
Kevin Innes' crucial blow for Sussex left the Championship opener against Middlesex evenly poised going into the final day. The all-rounder ended a partnership of 117 in 29 overs between Andy Strauss and Owais Shah which was threatening to take the match
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Date
Bus stop bay 100 yards from stop
Surprised residents could not believe their eyes when they returned home to find a new bus stop bay painted outside their homes. They were even more astonished when they realised the road markings were almost 100ft from the nearest bus stop. Council officials
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Date
Terrace Talk, with Roz South
That awful "University of Life" clich about glasses being half full or half empty is for once an apt description of the way fans are approaching the last two games this season. Although, after Easter Monday's game many of the "half full" brigade have
-
Date
Terrace Talk, with Roz South
That awful "University of Life" clich about glasses being half full or half empty is, for once, probably an apt description of the way fans are feeling. Although, after Easter Monday's game many of the "half full" brigade have deserted and joined the
-
Date
Jess's tragic tale
I write in response to the article about the killing of Jess the collie dog (The Argus, April 19). Being a dog lover and animal lover generally, I have never thought a human could be so cruel and barbaric as to throw a dog from a moving car. My thoughts
-
Date
Seagulls hail super skipper
Danny Cullip has been hailed by fans as Albion's captain fantastic. They have voted the Seagulls' inspirational skipper player of the season. Cullip topped the poll from Sussex-born club stalwart Kerry Mayo. Top scorer Bobby Zamora, winner of the main
-
Date
Home Truths, with Jacqui Bealing
My husband and his brother, Max, are kind, loyal and considerate towards each other. They talk on the phone at least twice a week, they remember to send birthday cards and they are proud of each other's achievements. This doesn't stop them from being
-
Date
Albion 4 Watford 0
Albion's fight for First Division survival is going to the final day of the season. The Seagulls kept alive their hopes of a miraculous escape, with the help of arch-rivals Crystal Palace. A comfortable victory against mid-table Watford, combined with
-
Date
Muddied waters
The origin of the name of Pease Pottage generally told is it was the place prisoners were given a meal at a break on their journey. I have heard two versions: First, that they were on their way from the assizes at Lewes to jail at Horsham and, second,
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Date
Motorsport: Ballard leads dual Sussex attack
Andrew Ballard is hoping to step up his challenge for honours after recording his first win of the season. The Portslade rider took victory in the Clubman 400 race at Oulton Park last weekend. He finished two places ahead of team-mate John Evans, also
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Date
Tell us more
Defend Council Housing represents tenants opposed to the privatisation of their homes. J A Blease's support (Letters, April 23) is welcome whether or not he is elected as a councillor for Queen's Park. But the fact that he is a council tenant is not enough
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Date
Boxing: West Hill's big night
West Hill host their boxing show at Bexhill Athletic Club tonight with a mix of juniors and seniors on the card. Matchmaker Dean Brooker has found bouts for most of his Hastings-based gym, including Johnny Sanders (35kg) up against E. Smith (Ashford)
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Date
Pooling around
A crazy circular pool table is drawing crowds at Shoreham airport. Instead of walking around the table, you spin the top of the table and move the cue ball to you. It sounds just the thing for a round-robin tournament.
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Date
Try us now
Letters in the past few months have given us a clear insight into public concerns as the May 1 local election has drawn ever nearer. Labour has been in control for almost two decades and has dismally failed in its financial management, leaving a debt-ridden
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Date
Forgive their trespasses
Common sense and common courtesy have prevailed following complaints about the way a widower was treated by council officials. Terry Pemberton was labelled a "tolerated trespasser" in his home of 28 years by Brighton and Hove City Council. Following his
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Date
Last post
The feature "Local service stamped out" (The Argus, April 24) highlights the closure of small post offices. Our local post office on Ditchling Road, Brighton, closed recently and I am now required to go to the post office in the Co-op in London Road,
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Date
Seagulls hail super skipper
Danny Cullip has been hailed by fans as Albion's captain fantastic. They have voted the Seagulls' inspirational skipper player of the season. Cullip topped the poll from Sussex-born club stalwart Kerry Mayo. Top scorer Bobby Zamora, winner of the main
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Date
Watering cans could raise £5,000
Collectors with a fascination for gardening are expected to bid up to £1,200 for a single watering can. The 18th Century Dutch can, decorated with images of female heads, is among a collection of 18 vintage water vessels up for auction at Sotheby's near
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Date
Tributes to sporting legend
More than 200 people packed a chapel to pay tribute to a "local legend", sportsman and actor who died after gas cylinders exploded on his boat. Tim Brooking, 67, well known in hockey circles across the south of England, was restoring a former lifeboat
-
Date
Net result for artists
Artists can show their work on a new web site. Fluid-inc is a Brighton-based artists' agency which has been launched to enable artists the chance to get work and increase their exposure. Its web site features an internet gallery on which 20 illustrators
-
Date
Curate's wife in Sars peril
A curate is praying for the safety of his wife who is living in Sars-stricken Hong Kong. Peter Lo, 48, has been appointed curate at Holy Cross Church in Uckfield but his wife Joni is still living in his Hong Kong homeland. The pair have visited each other
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Date
Jane murder hunt: Man released
A 35-year-old guitarist has been released on police bail after questioning over the murder of schoolteacher Jane Longhurst. The man, who lives with a female friend of Jane's in Hove, was arrested on Thursday evening. He is said to deny any involvement
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Date
Albion v Watford: Blow by blow
Albion's first corner, taken by Rodger, should have produced the opening goal. It was flicked on by Mayo, but Blackwell headed over when well placed. Watford had forced the first corner of the contest in the fourth minute through Smith. Ardley's delivery
-
Date
Albion v Watford: The teams
Albion were bugged by illness for Saturday's must-win final home fixture against mid-table Watford. Paul Brooker and Richard Carpenter were both ruled out by a virus. Steve Coppell's assistant Bob Booker has been laid low by the same illness for the past
-
Date
April 25: Middlesex v Sussex (Close)
Kevin Innes' crucial blow for Sussex left the Championship opener against Middlesex evenly poised going into the final day. The all-rounder ended a partnership of 117 in 29 overs between Andy Strauss and Owais Shah which was threatening to take the match
