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Park inquiry could take 18 months
A public inquiry into plans for the controversial South Downs national park could take more than a year. Objectors and supporters who met on July 7 to discuss the details of the inquiry were told it could take up to 18 months. The meeting, at the
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Blackwell injury shock
Albion are sweating over the extent of a knee injury which has left defender Dean Blackwell on crutches. A scan yesterday proved inconclusive and further tests are now required to pinpoint the damage. Assistant manager Bob Booker revealed today: "Dean
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Will you still need me when I'm 64?
Many older workers have endured the ageist jokes of their younger colleagues and the nagging suspicion that their bosses think they're "over the hill". But under government plans unveiled last week, the more mature members of the office are about to have
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Urban Housewife, by Lizzie Enfield
"I thought you were wearing jeans this morning," said Tony, who had earlier seen me dropping Rugrats at school and now found me answering the door in a linen "work" ensemble. "That was my taking the children to school outfit," I told him (in other words
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Online search for mystery landmarks
Armed with their trusty computers and a host of cryptic clues, it was time to put the power of the internet to the test. Four journalists found themselves dumped in Brighton and Hove on a special assignment to picture themselves at a series of the city's
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Doubts over child alert scheme
Thousands of eyes and ears should have been alerted last night to keep a look-out for Summer within minutes of her disappearance. But only the first stage of the Child Rescue Alert network pioneered by Sussex Police after the kidnap and murder of Sarah
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Leave gulls be
It's that crazy time of year again, the seagulls' nesting season, when the tempers of humans and seagulls alike are short. Residents in Mafeking Road, Brighton, say they are being attacked by gulls nesting on top of their homes and also claim a neighbourhood
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Cricket: Keynes win summit clash
Mid Sussex League: Horsted Keynes took over top spot in division one after defeating previous leaders St Francis by 93 runs. Stuart Fuller hit 54 as Horsted posted 223-8 and that proved ample as Saints slumped to their first defeat of the season, being
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I park my car in my shop
A fabric salesmen is stitching up energetic traffic wardens - by parking in his showroom. David Warburton lost his rag after being slapped with one too many tickets. Now, every morning, Mr Warburton drives his W-reg Mercedes into the former car showroom
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Cricket: Arundel battle back to draw
Invitation League: Former division one leaders Arundel were relieved to bat out a draw at Broadwater after being 3-5 after eight overs. Mid-table Broadwater raced to 207-5 after winning the toss, thanks to a quick-fire century by Steve Collins (111),
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Facing up to Dome truths
Here is a tale of two Domes which both cost millions of pounds in public money so they could be used for entertainment. The Millennium Dome was built in London four years ago as a spectacular venue, both for the first year of exhibitions and afterwards
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Sage is wrong
I was interested to see The Argus give a whole page, including promotional pictures, to a propaganda piece on Brighton and Hove City Council's King Alfred proposals. At the very least, Adam Trimingham's article should have carried the label "Advertisement
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King Alfred plans belong in the bin
I must take issue with Adam Trimingham about the King Alfred project and his comparison with the Royal Pavilion (The Argus, July 3). The Pavilion is certainly a remarkable contrast to its surroundings but it is, nonetheless, a very warm and human building
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Wimbledon umpire inspired by his dad
Gerry Armstrong was inspired by the memory of his father when he took charge of Roger Federer's triumph over Mark Philippoussis in the Wimbledon singles final. The late George Armstrong umpired the Arthur Ashe versus Jimmy Connors final in 1975. His son
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Mayo pledges future to Albion
Kerry Mayo today pledged his future to relegated Albion, despite proving he is good enough for Division One. The long-serving defender had "my best season in professional football" as the Seagulls lost their fight for First Division survival. Axed early
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Firms face fines for keeping mum
Firms which fail to consult their employees over workplace changes could face fines of up to £75,000 under proposed legislation. The scheme, hailed as the biggest change in workplace relations in a generation, will give workers the right to be consulted
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Ice rink sale nowhere in sight
Hopes that a mystery buyer is about to take over the last ice rink in Brighton are fading. Current owners Sherry and Roy Scott have been trying to sell the lease on the rink in Queen Square since May. But despite reports of a potential buyer, a deal has
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NHS staff rewarded for long service
Health staff who between them have clocked up 420 years work for the NHS in West Sussex have been honoured with awards. The Duchess of Norfolk praised the commitment of NHS staff as she presented long service and academic achievement awards to staff from
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MP warns of new Portobello fiasco
The search for an urgently needed new sewage works for Brighton and Hove has been narrowed down to two sites, an MP has claimed. Kemp Town MP Des Turner said Upper Sheepcote Valley and Peacehaven East had emerged as front runners but warned neither was
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Hamlet, Pavilion Gardens, Brighton, Until July 13
Watching Shakespeare in the open air is a wonderful way to spend a balmy summer's evening. And there can be few better spots than the Pavilion Gardens. The swirling turrets and domes of George IV's extravagant seaside residence make a perfect backdrop
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Sniper victim's terror journey
Another motorist has told how she became the victim of a sniper who fired a shot at her car. Julia Basford, 37, was driving late at night when she heard a bang as a missile hit her car. She thought she had hit something but was too scared to stop because
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Runaway teenager was pregnant
A rapist who skipped bail ran away with his teenage girlfriend because she was pregnant, a court heard yesterday. Steven Barton and 16-year-old Kayleigh Quinn spent two days on the run after leaving a blood-stained note pinned to a fence near her home
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Rats force bakery to close
A bakery has been forced to close by a court after council officers discovered it was infested with rats. Seebake in London Road, Brighton, was ordered to shut immediately by city magistrates. The court granted Brighton and Hove City Council an emergency
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Saboteur "punched in face" by huntsman
A hunt leader dismounted from his horse and punched a female saboteur in the face before attacking her husband, a court heard. Jonathan Broise, 46, of London Road, Petworth, is accused of leaving library assistant Jaine Wild needing six stitches in her
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Power station falcons take to the skies
These young birds look like masters of the air as they soar effortlessly around a Sussex landmark, yet they have been flying for only two weeks. The pair of peregrine falcons have been thrilling watchers since they first launched themselves from their
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Council rejects second mast plan
Councillors have turned down controversial plans for a mobile phone mast for the second time. Hutchison 3G, one of the biggest firms planning the third generation of mobile phones, wants to put up the mast in Dyke Road Avenue near the junction with The
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Blackwell injury shock
Albion are sweating over the extent of a knee injury which has left defender Dean Blackwell on crutches. A scan yesterday proved inconclusive and further tests are now required to pinpoint the damage. Assistant manager Bob Booker revealed today: "Dean
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Greens back flouride ban
The Green Party is calling on Brighton and Hove City Council to back a ban on adding fluoride to drinking water. Preston Park councillor Richard Mallender said there was no evidence that fluoridation reduced tooth decay and said mass medication without
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MP warns of new Portobello fiasco
The search for an urgently needed new sewage works for Brighton and Hove has been narrowed down to two sites, an MP has claimed. Kemp Town MP Des Turner said Upper Sheepcote Valley and Peacehaven East had emerged as front runners but warned neither was
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Park inquiry could take 18 months
A public inquiry into plans for the controversial South Downs national park could take more than a year. Objectors and supporters who met yesterday to discuss the details of the inquiry were told it could take up to 18 months. The meeting, at the Pavilion
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Outdated attitudes consigned to history
Here are some examples of age discrimination in employment that will be outlawed in 2006. An employer telling staff members they are too old to go on training programmes, saying they don't learn as well as younger people and and older workers are less
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Urban Housewife, by Lizzie Enfield
"I thought you were wearing jeans this morning," said Tony, who had earlier seen me dropping Rugrats at school and now found me answering the door in a linen "work" ensemble. "That was my taking the children to school outfit," I told him (in other words
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Online search for mystery landmarks
Armed with their trusty computers and a host of cryptic clues, it was time to put the power of the internet to the test. Four journalists found themselves dumped in Brighton and Hove on a special assignment to picture themselves at a series of the city's
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Pook ousts Rebels boss
Alan Pook has set his sights on the title after taking over as manager at Worthing. Rebels' directors today confirmed reports of Barry Lloyd's departure, 19 months into his second spell as boss at the Ryman League side. His exit came four days after he
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Cash boost improves services for elderly
Standards in services for older people have made considerable progress after a £4.6 million investment. Despite the Social Services department at East Sussex County Council attaining a zero in last year's Department of Health inspection, a report from
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Doubts over child alert scheme
Thousands of eyes and ears should have been alerted last night to keep a look-out for Summer within minutes of her disappearance. But only the first stage of the Child Rescue Alert network pioneered by Sussex Police after the kidnap and murder of Sarah
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Fears for missing girl, 15
Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the safety of a 15-year-old girl who has gone missing from her Littlehampton home. Abby Kirk was last seen at 10am yesterday in Townsend Crescent. She phoned her mother at 9pm on her mobile phone but has
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Runaway teenager was pregnant
A rapist who skipped bail ran away with his teenage girlfriend because she was pregnant, a court heard yesterday. Steven Barton and 16-year-old Kayleigh Quinn spent two days on the run after leaving a blood-stained note pinned to a fence near her home
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Saboteur "punched in face" by huntsman
A hunt leader dismounted from his horse and punched a female saboteur in the face before attacking her husband, a court heard. Jonathan Broise, 46, of London Road, Petworth, is accused of leaving library assistant Jaine Wild needing six stitches in her
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Snake bites
I read with interest your article "Don't Be Scared Of Snakes" (The Argus, June 25). This was shown to me after a weekend in the New Forest when my grown-up son inadvertently trod on and was bitten by an adder. It would be helpful if your readers knew
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Cover story
FABRICS shop owner David Warburton has found a way to beat the parking attendants in busy Brighton. Each day he drives a Mercedes right into the showroom he runs in George Street and hides it under a piece of cloth. In this way he avoids being carpeted
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Cricket: Leaders topple Blackboys
Cuckmere Valley League: Leaders Blackboys lost by just one run to Firle who have now gone second in division one. Batting first, Firle chalked up 183-6 thanks to knocks of 43 from Chris Gape, 34 by Richard Gravett and 33 from James Gravett. In reply,
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Cricket: Keynes win summit clash
Mid Sussex League: Horsted Keynes took over top spot in division one after defeating previous leaders St Francis by 93 runs. Stuart Fuller hit 54 as Horsted posted 223-8 and that proved ample as Saints slumped to their first defeat of the season, being
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Break tradition
Some changes are needed to school terms which were fashioned in Victorian times and have not altered much since. Now the idea is being put forward to have six terms a year, instead of three, to help children, teachers and parents. At present the autumn
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I park my car in my shop
A fabric salesmen is stitching up energetic traffic wardens - by parking in his showroom. David Warburton lost his rag after being slapped with one too many tickets. Now, every morning, Mr Warburton drives his W-reg Mercedes into the former car showroom
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Cricket: Arundel battle back to draw
Invitation League: Former division one leaders Arundel were relieved to bat out a draw at Broadwater after being 3-5 after eight overs. Mid-table Broadwater raced to 207-5 after winning the toss, thanks to a quick-fire century by Steve Collins (111),
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Cricket: Leaders yet to peak
Invitation League: Ifield are the new leaders in division one and skipper Graeme Dean insists the best is yet to come. The Crawley-based side are three points clear of Arundel after a comfortable six-wicket win against rock-bottom Clymping. The visitors
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£390k boost for dental services
Hundreds of thousands of pounds have been spent on developing dental services in West Sussex. Emergency and community facilities will be based at the Jubilee Centre at St Richard's Hospital in Chichester along with a special service for people with severe
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Sniper victim's terror journey
Another motorist has told how she became the victim of a sniper who fired a shot at her car. Julia Basford, 37, was driving late at night when she heard a bang as a missile hit her car. She thought she had hit something but was too scared to stop because
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£390k boost for dental services
Hundreds of thousands of pounds have been spent on developing dental services in West Sussex. Emergency and community facilities will be based at the Jubilee Centre at St Richard's Hospital in Chichester along with a special service for people with severe
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Holiday woman fights for life
A woman was fighting for life today after being found slumped unconscious in toilets at a holiday park. The 54-year-old from Brighton, who has not been named, was rushed to hospital after being found by guests at Beverley Park in Paignton, Devon. She
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Saboteur "punched in face" by huntsman
A hunt leader dismounted from his horse and punched a female saboteur in the face before attacking her husband, a court heard. Jonathan Broise, 46, of London Road, Petworth, is accused of leaving library assistant Jaine Wild needing six stitches in her
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£17m hospital plans welcomed
Plans to invest more than £17 million at Crawley Hospital have been given a cautious welcome. Campaigners had fought for a major hospital to be built at nearby Pease Pottage but this was ruled out over the costs involved. Instead, Crawley Primary Care
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Council rejects second mast plan
Councillors have turned down controversial plans for a mobile phone mast for the second time. Hutchison 3G, one of the biggest firms planning the third generation of mobile phones, wants to put up the mast in Dyke Road Avenue near the junction with The
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Mayo pledges future to Albion
Kerry Mayo today pledged his future to relegated Albion, despite proving he is good enough for Division One. The long-serving defender had "my best season in professional football" as the Seagulls lost their fight for First Division survival. Axed early
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Greens back flouride ban
The Green Party is calling on Brighton and Hove City Council to back a ban on adding fluoride to drinking water. Preston Park councillor Richard Mallender said there was no evidence that fluoridation reduced tooth decay and said mass medication without
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Park inquiry could take 18 months
A public inquiry into plans for the controversial South Downs national park could take more than a year. Objectors and supporters who met yesterday to discuss the details of the inquiry were told it could take up to 18 months. The meeting, at the Pavilion
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Building a bigger and better economy
Employers and education providers are coming together to look at the skills needed to create a prosperous and sustainable local economy. An event which featuring speakers and workshops is being organised by the Brighton and Hove Learning Partnership.
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Outdated attitudes consigned to history
Here are some examples of age discrimination in employment that will be outlawed in 2006. An employer telling staff members they are too old to go on training programmes, saying they don't learn as well as younger people and and older workers are less
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Blackwell injury shock
Albion are sweating over the extent of a knee injury which has left defender Dean Blackwell on crutches. A scan yesterday proved inconclusive and further tests are now required to pinpoint the damage. Assistant manager Bob Booker revealed today: "Dean
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Missing girl found safe
Missing six-year-old Summer Haipule was today found safe after a massive police hunt - at a house six doors from her home. More than 80 officers spent 12 hours scouring Sussex following reports Summer had been snatched from the street and bundled into
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Snake bites
I read with interest your article "Don't Be Scared Of Snakes" (The Argus, June 25). This was shown to me after a weekend in the New Forest when my grown-up son inadvertently trod on and was bitten by an adder. It would be helpful if your readers knew
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Bible bash
What a weird letter by Alan Nunn (Letters, July 2). The Bible is 66 books, written by about 60 different people. In its present form it was constructed from 84 or so different versions and some books, known as the Apocrypha, were taken out as they were
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Cover story
FABRICS shop owner David Warburton has found a way to beat the parking attendants in busy Brighton. Each day he drives a Mercedes right into the showroom he runs in George Street and hides it under a piece of cloth. In this way he avoids being carpeted
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Clean up now
How lazy are Brighton and Hove's dustbin men? All too often after the binmen have paid their weekly visit, my street is littered with rubbish which has fallen from refuse bags. I can't imagine binmen in the United States, Scandinavia or anywhere else,
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Cricket: Leaders topple Blackboys
Cuckmere Valley League: Leaders Blackboys lost by just one run to Firle who have now gone second in division one. Batting first, Firle chalked up 183-6 thanks to knocks of 43 from Chris Gape, 34 by Richard Gravett and 33 from James Gravett. In reply,
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Break tradition
Some changes are needed to school terms which were fashioned in Victorian times and have not altered much since. Now the idea is being put forward to have six terms a year, instead of three, to help children, teachers and parents. At present the autumn
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Stop fiasco
I address the following questions to Brighton and Hove City Council leader Ken Bodfish: Why are such non-urgent roadworks as the resurfacing of the small stretch of bus lane by St Peter's Church carried out at the height of the tourist season, causing
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Cricket: Win keeps Mission top
West Sussex League: Dome Mission continue to lead division one by a single point after a convincing home win over Shoreham. Marcus Faithful hit 44 and Patel made 43 to help Mission to 231-6, which was rarely under threat as Shoreham reached 185 in reply
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Cricket: Leaders yet to peak
Invitation League: Ifield are the new leaders in division one and skipper Graeme Dean insists the best is yet to come. The Crawley-based side are three points clear of Arundel after a comfortable six-wicket win against rock-bottom Clymping. The visitors
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Football: Pook ousts Rebels boss
Ryman League: Alan Pook has set his sights on the title after taking over as manager at Worthing. Rebels' directors today confirmed reports of Barry Lloyd's departure, 19 months into his second spell as boss at the Ryman League side. His exit came four
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Cricket: Sussex relish battle for title
Sussex are relishing tomorrow's return to Championship action and their battle to overhaul title favourites Surrey. The county face Essex at Arundel (11am) lying second in Division One, 26 points behind the reigning champions but four clear of third-placed
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Park inquiry could take 18 months
A public inquiry into plans for the controversial South Downs national park could take more than a year. Objectors and supporters who met yesterday to discuss the details of the inquiry were told it could take up to 18 months. The meeting, at the Pavilion
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Cowell backs Wills for stardom
Millionaire music boss Simon Cowell reckons he could turn Prince William into a pop star. The Pop Idol favourite said the dashing prince would be a huge hit if he was let loose on a ballad. Cowell, whose mother Julie lives in Ovingdean, told celebrity
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Rates cut likely as output slumps
The chances of a cut in interest rates later this week have strengthened after official data pointed to further woe in the manufacturing sector. Figures released yesterday by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that factory production during
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Eubank's home may be demolished
Former world boxing champion Chris Eubank could be selling his £2 million home to make way for dozens of flats. Chris lives in a large detached house in The Upper Drive, Hove, with his wife Karron and their four children - and uses the house next door
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Nitin Sawhney, Dome Concert hall, Brighton
Nitin Sawhney and his band appeared for the Worldwide season in a Dome transformed into an arena. The performance was partly a stripped-down showcase of Sawhney's new album Human, with the leader on acoustic guitar and keyboards. He was supported by bass
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£500k to save Dome
Bosses at the revamped Dome in Brighton are begging for an extra £500,000 of tax-payers' cash. Brighton and Hove City Council, which has just announced an £18 million gap in its budget, will be asked to dig deep to make up for a substantial shortfall
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Date
£390k boost for dental services
Hundreds of thousands of pounds have been spent on developing dental services in West Sussex. Emergency and community facilities will be based at the Jubilee Centre at St Richard's Hospital in Chichester along with a special service for people with severe
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Date
Holiday woman fights for life
A woman was fighting for life today after being found slumped unconscious in toilets at a holiday park. The 54-year-old from Brighton, who has not been named, was rushed to hospital after being found by guests at Beverley Park in Paignton, Devon. She
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PCs' snack hunt ended in death
A man died after police taking him to hospital made a 35-minute detour in search of a midnight snack, an inquest heard. Officers were ordered to take arrested Ron Nicholls to casualty when they took him unconscious into Brighton police station But they
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£17m hospital plans welcomed
Plans to invest more than £17 million at Crawley Hospital have been given a cautious welcome. Campaigners had fought for a major hospital to be built at nearby Pease Pottage but this was ruled out over the costs involved. Instead, Crawley Primary Care
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Date
Mayo pledges future to Albion
Kerry Mayo today pledged his future to relegated Albion, despite proving he is good enough for Division One. The long-serving defender had "my best season in professional football" as the Seagulls lost their fight for First Division survival. Axed early
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Date
Building a bigger and better economy
Employers and education providers are coming together to look at the skills needed to create a prosperous and sustainable local economy. An event which featuring speakers and workshops is being organised by the Brighton and Hove Learning Partnership.
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Date
Will you still need me when I'm 64?
Many older workers have endured the ageist jokes of their younger colleagues and the nagging suspicion that their bosses think they're "over the hill". But under government plans unveiled last week, the more mature members of the office are about to have
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Date
Blackwell injury shock
Albion are sweating over the extent of a knee injury which has left defender Dean Blackwell on crutches. A scan yesterday proved inconclusive and further tests are now required to pinpoint the damage. Assistant manager Bob Booker revealed today: "Dean
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Crime busting operation is a go
Crime hotspots in Eastbourne are the target of a police operation launched this week. Operation Thunderbird got under way yesterday with the aim of reducing burglary, violence and vehicle crime in the town. Particular attention is being paid to the Devonshire
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Missing girl found safe
Missing six-year-old Summer Haipule was today found safe after a massive police hunt - at a house six doors from her home. More than 80 officers spent 12 hours scouring Sussex following reports Summer had been snatched from the street and bundled into
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Date
Sniper victim's terror journey
Another motorist has told how she became the victim of a sniper who fired a shot at her car. Julia Basford, 37, was driving late at night when she heard a bang as a missile hit her car. She thought she had hit something but was too scared to stop because
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Date
Leave gulls be
It's that crazy time of year again, the seagulls' nesting season, when the tempers of humans and seagulls alike are short. Residents in Mafeking Road, Brighton, say they are being attacked by gulls nesting on top of their homes and also claim a neighbourhood
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Date
Bible bash
What a weird letter by Alan Nunn (Letters, July 2). The Bible is 66 books, written by about 60 different people. In its present form it was constructed from 84 or so different versions and some books, known as the Apocrypha, were taken out as they were
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Date
Clean up now
How lazy are Brighton and Hove's dustbin men? All too often after the binmen have paid their weekly visit, my street is littered with rubbish which has fallen from refuse bags. I can't imagine binmen in the United States, Scandinavia or anywhere else,
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Date
Stop fiasco
I address the following questions to Brighton and Hove City Council leader Ken Bodfish: Why are such non-urgent roadworks as the resurfacing of the small stretch of bus lane by St Peter's Church carried out at the height of the tourist season, causing
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Date
Cricket: Win keeps Mission top
West Sussex League: Dome Mission continue to lead division one by a single point after a convincing home win over Shoreham. Marcus Faithful hit 44 and Patel made 43 to help Mission to 231-6, which was rarely under threat as Shoreham reached 185 in reply
-
Date
Facing up to Dome truths
Here is a tale of two Domes which both cost millions of pounds in public money so they could be used for entertainment. The Millennium Dome was built in London four years ago as a spectacular venue, both for the first year of exhibitions and afterwards
-
Date
Sage is wrong
I was interested to see The Argus give a whole page, including promotional pictures, to a propaganda piece on Brighton and Hove City Council's King Alfred proposals. At the very least, Adam Trimingham's article should have carried the label "Advertisement
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Date
King Alfred plans belong in the bin
I must take issue with Adam Trimingham about the King Alfred project and his comparison with the Royal Pavilion (The Argus, July 3). The Pavilion is certainly a remarkable contrast to its surroundings but it is, nonetheless, a very warm and human building
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Date
Wimbledon umpire inspired by his dad
Gerry Armstrong was inspired by the memory of his father when he took charge of Roger Federer's triumph over Mark Philippoussis in the Wimbledon singles final. The late George Armstrong umpired the Arthur Ashe versus Jimmy Connors final in 1975. His son
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Date
Football: Pook ousts Rebels boss
Ryman League: Alan Pook has set his sights on the title after taking over as manager at Worthing. Rebels' directors today confirmed reports of Barry Lloyd's departure, 19 months into his second spell as boss at the Ryman League side. His exit came four
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Date
Cricket: Sussex relish battle for title
Sussex are relishing tomorrow's return to Championship action and their battle to overhaul title favourites Surrey. The county face Essex at Arundel (11am) lying second in Division One, 26 points behind the reigning champions but four clear of third-placed
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Date
Mayo pledges future to Albion
Kerry Mayo today pledged his future to relegated Albion, despite proving he is good enough for Division One. The long-serving defender had "my best season in professional football" as the Seagulls lost their fight for First Division survival. Axed early
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Date
Park inquiry could take 18 months
A public inquiry into plans for the controversial South Downs national park could take more than a year. Objectors and supporters who met yesterday to discuss the details of the inquiry were told it could take up to 18 months. The meeting, at the Pavilion
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Date
Cowell backs Wills for stardom
Millionaire music boss Simon Cowell reckons he could turn Prince William into a pop star. The Pop Idol favourite said the dashing prince would be a huge hit if he was let loose on a ballad. Cowell, whose mother Julie lives in Ovingdean, told celebrity
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Date
Rates cut likely as output slumps
The chances of a cut in interest rates later this week have strengthened after official data pointed to further woe in the manufacturing sector. Figures released yesterday by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that factory production during
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Date
Firms face fines for keeping mum
Firms which fail to consult their employees over workplace changes could face fines of up to £75,000 under proposed legislation. The scheme, hailed as the biggest change in workplace relations in a generation, will give workers the right to be consulted
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Date
Ice rink sale nowhere in sight
Hopes that a mystery buyer is about to take over the last ice rink in Brighton are fading. Current owners Sherry and Roy Scott have been trying to sell the lease on the rink in Queen Square since May. But despite reports of a potential buyer, a deal has
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Date
NHS staff rewarded for long service
Health staff who between them have clocked up 420 years work for the NHS in West Sussex have been honoured with awards. The Duchess of Norfolk praised the commitment of NHS staff as she presented long service and academic achievement awards to staff from
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Date
£17m hospital plans welcomed
Plans to invest more than £17 million at Crawley Hospital have been given a cautious welcome. Campaigners had fought for a major hospital to be built at nearby Pease Pottage but this was ruled out over the costs involved. Instead, Crawley Primary Care
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Date
MP warns of new Portobello fiasco
The search for an urgently needed new sewage works for Brighton and Hove has been narrowed down to two sites, an MP has claimed. Kemp Town MP Des Turner said Upper Sheepcote Valley and Peacehaven East had emerged as front runners but warned neither was
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Date
Eubank's home may be demolished
Former world boxing champion Chris Eubank could be selling his £2 million home to make way for dozens of flats. Chris lives in a large detached house in The Upper Drive, Hove, with his wife Karron and their four children - and uses the house next door
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Date
Nitin Sawhney, Dome Concert hall, Brighton
Nitin Sawhney and his band appeared for the Worldwide season in a Dome transformed into an arena. The performance was partly a stripped-down showcase of Sawhney's new album Human, with the leader on acoustic guitar and keyboards. He was supported by bass
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Date
Hamlet, Pavilion Gardens, Brighton, Until July 13
Watching Shakespeare in the open air is a wonderful way to spend a balmy summer's evening. And there can be few better spots than the Pavilion Gardens. The swirling turrets and domes of George IV's extravagant seaside residence make a perfect backdrop
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Date
£500k to save Dome
Bosses at the revamped Dome in Brighton are begging for an extra £500,000 of tax-payers' cash. Brighton and Hove City Council, which has just announced an £18 million gap in its budget, will be asked to dig deep to make up for a substantial shortfall
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Date
Runaway teenager was pregnant
A rapist who skipped bail ran away with his teenage girlfriend because she was pregnant, a court heard yesterday. Steven Barton and 16-year-old Kayleigh Quinn spent two days on the run after leaving a blood-stained note pinned to a fence near her home
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Date
Rats force bakery to close
A bakery has been forced to close by a court after council officers discovered it was infested with rats. Seebake in London Road, Brighton, was ordered to shut immediately by city magistrates. The court granted Brighton and Hove City Council an emergency
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PCs' snack hunt ended in death
A man died after police taking him to hospital made a 35-minute detour in search of a midnight snack, an inquest heard. Officers were ordered to take arrested Ron Nicholls to casualty when they took him unconscious into Brighton police station But they
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Ice rink sale nowhere in sight
Hopes that a mystery buyer is about to take over the last ice rink in Brighton are fading. Current owners Sherry and Roy Scott have been trying to sell the lease on the rink in Queen Square since May. But despite reports of a potential buyer, a deal has
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Greens back fluoride ban
The Green Party is calling on Brighton and Hove City Council to back a ban on adding fluoride to drinking water. Preston Park councillor Richard Mallender said there was no evidence that fluoridation reduced tooth decay and said mass medication without
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Power station falcons take to the skies
These young birds look like masters of the air as they soar effortlessly around a Sussex landmark, yet they have been flying for only two weeks. The pair of peregrine falcons have been thrilling watchers since they first launched themselves from their
