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Call for dog's execution
A Rottweiler which escaped a destruction order because its owner sold it has been seized by police after a raid on her home. Keisha was sentenced to death under the Dangerous Dogs Act in December last year. Magistrates heard the animal mauled a boy of
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Chris Adams: Kirtley call-up boosts squad
We needed some good news to cheer us up after the disappointment of another National League defeat on Wednesday and everyone at the club was delighted that James Kirtley provided it. As I mentioned last week, I had a horrible feeling that James was going
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Pair stole kart to embarass boss
Two teenagers stole a £1,500 go-kart because they had a grudge against their boss, a court heard. Bradley Bryant, 19, of Finsbury Close, Broadfield, and Shem Jones, 18, of Woodfield Road, Northgate, hoped to embarrass a supervisor at the Go Karting For
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August 15: Sussex v Lancashire (Close)
Mushtaq Ahmed took his tally of Championship wickets to 75 with four Lancashire victims on a compelling second day in the battle between second and third at Hove. Stuart Law, who fell four runs short of completing a third successive hundred against Sussex
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Bikini mum in superstore row
It was one of the hottest days of the year, so Tracy Wood thought nothing of heading off to the supermarket wearing shorts and a bikini top. Ms Wood arrived at Asda in Brighton Marina with her children Charlotte, eight, and seven-year-old Robert. But
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Mystery note
In about 1994 a little boy called Joroy released a French-sounding song which he performed in front of Prince Albert of Monaco in St Tropez at a pop awards show. The lyrics were: "Comme pa ci, Comme pa ca, Quarrelling Baby, Quarrelling Baby ..." Can any
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Crime pays
So it's official. Crime really does pay. Jeffrey Archer hasn't been out of prison for long and already his Prison Diaries are being performed as a play in Hove. I wonder if those attending and taking part in the play tut tut at such heinous crimes as
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Home Truths, by Jacqui Bealing
My husband gave me a funny look, which was in response to my funny look. "Why are you squinting?" he asked. "Because I have iritis again," I said, giving him a big wink with my right eye. "Oh, and why's that?" "Stress," I replied. "Brought on by looking
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Mad menu
I visited Brighton to show a continental friend the Royal Pavilion. What a great joy it is to visit this place with its friendly staff. Afterwards we went for a fish and chip lunch on the Palace Pier. Oh dear. We were pointed to a table some way across
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Knoll House
There was much campaigning when it was proposed to close down the Knoll House Day Centre and short stay centre for the elderly in Ingram Crescent, Hove. The centre had only been established for just over 20 years but, because of new regulations, had to
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And a prayer
Rachel Thompson and Emma Owen won the flight of a lifetime when they got to wing walk on an Utterly Butterly byplane. It must have been exciting swooping over Sussex perched on the top of a plane, and dangerous too. We hope they didn't wing it.
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Hickstead: Best for decade as brits go third
The British Dressage team set Hickstead alight when they achieved their best result for ten years. Britain captured the European Championship bronze medal behind Germany and Spain and clinched qualification for the 2004 Athens Olympics. "What a consistent
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Mid-age crisis
Ask any police officer what the worst part of their job is and they won't hesitate to reply. Knocking on a door and telling a wife or child their relative has been killed in a road accident is an experience they never forget. Thanks to the efforts of
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Good gulls
I have to respond to George Marshall's letter in which he says Brighton and Hove City Council should take action to reduce the city's seagull population. I disagree wholeheartedly with him and I would like to point out that our seagulls don't just keep
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Motorsport: Lodge on right track
Dave Lodge went halfway round the world to discover what he really wanted to do. It was while travelling that the Crawley telephone engineer decided he would like to have a real crack at motorbike racing. Now Lodge has no regrets about putting time and
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Nightmare
Here, here to George Marshall's letter. The gulls in my road have made life even more of a nightmare during the recent hot spell. With our windows open to catch any breath of air, the gulls' constant territorial screaming and squawking and their hatchlings
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Cricket: Lord's beckons for Findon
Findon are just one game away from playing at Lord's as they face Shipton-Under-Wychwood in the semi-final of the National Village Cup at Long Furlong tomorrow. The Invitation League Champions have already made history by becoming the first Sussex side
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Prison cleared of neglect
A prison was cleared of neglect after a man on suicide watch hanged himself. Charles Wolfe, 29, a heroin addict charged with killing a pensioner during the attempted robbery of a Billingshurst post office, was found hanging from window bars in a cell
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Cricket: Lewry back in training
Jason Lewry steps up his recovery after a month out through injury today. But the Sussex fast bowler will have to wait another three weeks before he is able to rejoin the county's bid for their first Championship title. The left-armer, whose contract
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Wanted: Hot coal walkers
More daredevils are needed to volunteer to walk over hot coals for a children's charity. Organisers of the Brighton Fire Walk want at least 60 people to be sponsored to walk along a 20ft path of burning embers on Brighton seafront on September 6. The
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Sailor faces child porn charges
A Royal Navy officer has appeared in court accused of trying to procure a ten-year-old girl for sex. Jeremy Pepper, 31, of The Upper Drive, Hove, was caught by an undercover US customs officer after allegedly seeking out a youngster for sex through an
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Red Arrows wow the crowds
The ever-popular Red Arrows stunned the crowds with their formation flying on the second day of Eastbourne's annual air show. A nine-strong team of pilots in Hawk aircraft weaved across the sky at Eastbourne's Airbourne show, leaving plumes of coloured
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Biker deaths set to double
The number of motorcyclists killed on Sussex roads is expected to double this year, a shock new study shows. While the overall number of fatal crashes is falling, the figure for bikers killed is increasing every year. A total of 55 died in Sussex between
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Our holiday was hell
Two teenagers jetted abroad for two weeks of fun but were forced to flee after finding themselves caught up in the holiday from hell. Hayley Price and Stephanie Green saved for months for their trip to the popular resort of Faliraki on the Greek island
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Argus readers take to skies
Flying thorough the air with the greatest of ease, two readers of The Argus enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the skies above Sussex. Rachel Thompson and Emma Owen won a competition to take off with two of the most popular performers at this
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Cousin keeps Elvis legacy alive
It is 26 years since the death of Elvis Presley, one of the most recognisable icons of 20th Century popular culture. For Donna Presley Early, his first cousin, the memories of that day remain as strong as ever. Donna, 53, is the daughter of Elvis's aunt
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Chris Adams: Kirtley call-up boosts squad
We needed some good news to cheer us up after the disappointment of another National League defeat on Wednesday and everyone at the club was delighted that James Kirtley provided it. As I mentioned last week, I had a horrible feeling that James was going
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Mystery note
In about 1994 a little boy called Joroy released a French-sounding song which he performed in front of Prince Albert of Monaco in St Tropez at a pop awards show. The lyrics were: "Comme pa ci, Comme pa ca, Quarrelling Baby, Quarrelling Baby ..." Can any
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Home Truths, by Jacqui Bealing
My husband gave me a funny look, which was in response to my funny look. "Why are you squinting?" he asked. "Because I have iritis again," I said, giving him a big wink with my right eye. "Oh, and why's that?" "Stress," I replied. "Brought on by looking
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Get a grip
I assume the Miss Sussex competition currently being advertised in The Argus is an ironic, tongue-in-cheek connection to the Eighties revival which - God help us - seems to be in full flow at the moment. If, on the other hand, if it is supposed to be
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Going solar
I fully understand Mr McCready's frustration about solar panels (Letters, August 15). The issue of solar panels and conservation is one the Sustainability Commission has been concerned about and is trying to resolve. With the large number of conservation
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Knoll House
There was much campaigning when it was proposed to close down the Knoll House Day Centre and short stay centre for the elderly in Ingram Crescent, Hove. The centre had only been established for just over 20 years but, because of new regulations, had to
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Adrenaline
I read with interest the letters on August 13. I don't know whether fish feel pain when hooked by anglers. I suspect it does them no good at all and nor does throwing stones into the water to frighten them - as the armchair eco-warriors did when they
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Mid-age crisis
Ask any police officer what the worst part of their job is and they won't hesitate to reply. Knocking on a door and telling a wife or child their relative has been killed in a road accident is an experience they never forget. Thanks to the efforts of
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Good gulls
I have to respond to George Marshall's letter in which he says Brighton and Hove City Council should take action to reduce the city's seagull population. I disagree wholeheartedly with him and I would like to point out that our seagulls don't just keep
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Too hot for confrontation
This summer we have sweltered in the hottest temperatures on record. Being out in the sun for long periods at a time has proved a challenge for even the most dedicated beach-lovers. While men walk around the streets bare-chested, women have stripped down
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Nightmare
Here, here to George Marshall's letter. The gulls in my road have made life even more of a nightmare during the recent hot spell. With our windows open to catch any breath of air, the gulls' constant territorial screaming and squawking and their hatchlings
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Driver jailed after 60mph chase
A van driver who led police on a high-speed chase has been jailed for 14 months. Levi Wickham, 22, was followed by two police cars as he raced around the Langney area of Eastbourne at speeds of up to 60mph. He came to a halt when the van hit both police
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Cricket: Kirtley on attack as England get lucky
Run machine Graeme Smith withstood an early James Kirtley attack, then fell to one of the more bizarre dismissals in Test cricket. Sussex star Kirtley was handed the new ball on his debut and produced a lively opening spell as England maintained their
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Injunction against bogus letters man
Council leaders in West Sussex have obtained a High Court injunction stopping a man from sending misleading letters to firms across the county. Worried businesses have been contacting trading standards for months asking if they need to register under
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Sailor faces child porn charges
A Royal Navy officer has appeared in court accused of trying to procure a ten-year-old girl for sex. Jeremy Pepper, 31, of The Upper Drive, Hove, was caught by an undercover US customs officer after allegedly seeking out a youngster for sex through an
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Seal death inquest postponed
Bad weather has delayed by at least a month the inquest into the death of Sussex scientist Kirsty Brown, who was killed by a seal in the Antarctic. Temperatures in the region are dropping to -71C and Falkland Islands coroner Nick Sanders, who is in charge
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Our holiday was hell
Two teenagers jetted abroad for two weeks of fun but were forced to flee after finding themselves caught up in the holiday from hell. Hayley Price and Stephanie Green saved for months for their trip to the popular resort of Faliraki on the Greek island
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Coppell: This is real test
Albion chief Steve Coppell expects next opponents Queens Park Rangers to be the benchmark for the Seagulls' own promotion prospects. Both teams go into Monday's Withdean clash with a 100 per cent record from two League and Cup matches. Coppell believes
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Sound idea
I am concerned that estate agents don't tell their customers whether their flat is sound proof. I know that new flats have sound proofing but an awful lot of the older, converted houses do not. This is a terrible drawback to tenants, as very often one
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Coppell: This is real test
Albion chief Steve Coppell expects next opponents Queens Park Rangers to be the benchmark for the Seagulls' own promotion prospects. Both teams go into Monday's Withdean clash with a 100 per cent record from two League and Cup matches. Coppell believes
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Get a grip
I assume the Miss Sussex competition currently being advertised in The Argus is an ironic, tongue-in-cheek connection to the Eighties revival which - God help us - seems to be in full flow at the moment. If, on the other hand, if it is supposed to be
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Wake-up call
It is depressing that Brighton and Hove City Council has failed to come to the obvious conclusion about the problem of teenagers putting themselves in danger by diving into the sea from Brighton Pier and the breakwater from Brighton marina harbour. This
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Going solar
I fully understand Mr McCready's frustration about solar panels (Letters, August 15). The issue of solar panels and conservation is one the Sustainability Commission has been concerned about and is trying to resolve. With the large number of conservation
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Date
Adrenaline
I read with interest the letters on August 13. I don't know whether fish feel pain when hooked by anglers. I suspect it does them no good at all and nor does throwing stones into the water to frighten them - as the armchair eco-warriors did when they
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Date
Too hot for confrontation
This summer we have sweltered in the hottest temperatures on record. Being out in the sun for long periods at a time has proved a challenge for even the most dedicated beach-lovers. While men walk around the streets bare-chested, women have stripped down
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Horrid seagulls are taking over our city
Every week we seem to see an article or letter about the nuisance of seagulls in our city. Is Brighton and Hove City Council taking note? I couldn't agree more with George Marshall (Letters, August 14) when he called for controlling the number of gulls
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Speedway: Eagles hopes go crashing
Eastbourne Eagles are on the brink of crashing out of the Elite League title race after losing 46-44 at Oxford. Team boss Jon Cook, who had said it was a must-win match for Eagles before the start, admitted afterwards: "It's not looking good now." Eastbourne
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Driver jailed after 60mph chase
A van driver who led police on a high-speed chase has been jailed for 14 months. Levi Wickham, 22, was followed by two police cars as he raced around the Langney area of Eastbourne at speeds of up to 60mph. He came to a halt when the van hit both police
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Cricket: Kirtley on attack as England get lucky
Run machine Graeme Smith withstood an early James Kirtley attack, then fell to one of the more bizarre dismissals in Test cricket. Sussex star Kirtley was handed the new ball on his debut and produced a lively opening spell as England maintained their
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Injunction against bogus letters man
Council leaders in West Sussex have obtained a High Court injunction stopping a man from sending misleading letters to firms across the county. Worried businesses have been contacting trading standards for months asking if they need to register under
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Bank cleaner made hoax bomb call
A cleaner triggered an emergency evacuation when he made a hoax bomb call to the bank where he worked. Peter Heming, 57, attempted to disguise his voice with a fake West Country accent when he rang HSBC's Worthing office on his mobile phone one evening
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Seal death inquest postponed
Bad weather has delayed by at least a month the inquest into the death of Sussex scientist Kirsty Brown, who was killed by a seal in the Antarctic. Temperatures in the region are dropping to -71C and Falkland Islands coroner Nick Sanders, who is in charge
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Date
Coppell: This is real test
Albion chief Steve Coppell expects next opponents Queens Park Rangers to be the benchmark for the Seagulls' own promotion prospects. Both teams go into Monday's Withdean clash with a 100 per cent record from two League and Cup matches. Coppell believes
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Call for dog's execution
A Rottweiler which escaped a destruction order because its owner sold it has been seized by police after a raid on her home. Keisha was sentenced to death under the Dangerous Dogs Act in December last year. Magistrates heard the animal mauled a boy of
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Date
Pair stole kart to embarass boss
Two teenagers stole a £1,500 go-kart because they had a grudge against their boss, a court heard. Bradley Bryant, 19, of Finsbury Close, Broadfield, and Shem Jones, 18, of Woodfield Road, Northgate, hoped to embarrass a supervisor at the Go Karting For
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August 15: Sussex v Lancashire (Close)
Mushtaq Ahmed took his tally of Championship wickets to 75 with four Lancashire victims on a compelling second day in the battle between second and third at Hove. Stuart Law, who fell four runs short of completing a third successive hundred against Sussex
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Date
Bikini mum in superstore row
It was one of the hottest days of the year, so Tracy Wood thought nothing of heading off to the supermarket wearing shorts and a bikini top. Ms Wood arrived at Asda in Brighton Marina with her children Charlotte, eight, and seven-year-old Robert. But
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Date
Sound idea
I am concerned that estate agents don't tell their customers whether their flat is sound proof. I know that new flats have sound proofing but an awful lot of the older, converted houses do not. This is a terrible drawback to tenants, as very often one
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Date
Crime pays
So it's official. Crime really does pay. Jeffrey Archer hasn't been out of prison for long and already his Prison Diaries are being performed as a play in Hove. I wonder if those attending and taking part in the play tut tut at such heinous crimes as
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Date
Coppell: This is real test
Albion chief Steve Coppell expects next opponents Queens Park Rangers to be the benchmark for the Seagulls' own promotion prospects. Both teams go into Monday's Withdean clash with a 100 per cent record from two League and Cup matches. Coppell believes
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Date
Wake-up call
It is depressing that Brighton and Hove City Council has failed to come to the obvious conclusion about the problem of teenagers putting themselves in danger by diving into the sea from Brighton Pier and the breakwater from Brighton marina harbour. This
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Date
Mad menu
I visited Brighton to show a continental friend the Royal Pavilion. What a great joy it is to visit this place with its friendly staff. Afterwards we went for a fish and chip lunch on the Palace Pier. Oh dear. We were pointed to a table some way across
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Date
And a prayer
Rachel Thompson and Emma Owen won the flight of a lifetime when they got to wing walk on an Utterly Butterly byplane. It must have been exciting swooping over Sussex perched on the top of a plane, and dangerous too. We hope they didn't wing it.
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Date
Hickstead: Best for decade as brits go third
The British Dressage team set Hickstead alight when they achieved their best result for ten years. Britain captured the European Championship bronze medal behind Germany and Spain and clinched qualification for the 2004 Athens Olympics. "What a consistent
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Date
Motorsport: Lodge on right track
Dave Lodge went halfway round the world to discover what he really wanted to do. It was while travelling that the Crawley telephone engineer decided he would like to have a real crack at motorbike racing. Now Lodge has no regrets about putting time and
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Date
Horrid seagulls are taking over our city
Every week we seem to see an article or letter about the nuisance of seagulls in our city. Is Brighton and Hove City Council taking note? I couldn't agree more with George Marshall (Letters, August 14) when he called for controlling the number of gulls
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Date
Cricket: Lord's beckons for Findon
Findon are just one game away from playing at Lord's as they face Shipton-Under-Wychwood in the semi-final of the National Village Cup at Long Furlong tomorrow. The Invitation League Champions have already made history by becoming the first Sussex side
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Date
Speedway: Eagles hopes go crashing
Eastbourne Eagles are on the brink of crashing out of the Elite League title race after losing 46-44 at Oxford. Team boss Jon Cook, who had said it was a must-win match for Eagles before the start, admitted afterwards: "It's not looking good now." Eastbourne
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Prison cleared of neglect
A prison was cleared of neglect after a man on suicide watch hanged himself. Charles Wolfe, 29, a heroin addict charged with killing a pensioner during the attempted robbery of a Billingshurst post office, was found hanging from window bars in a cell
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Cricket: Lewry back in training
Jason Lewry steps up his recovery after a month out through injury today. But the Sussex fast bowler will have to wait another three weeks before he is able to rejoin the county's bid for their first Championship title. The left-armer, whose contract
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Date
Wanted: Hot coal walkers
More daredevils are needed to volunteer to walk over hot coals for a children's charity. Organisers of the Brighton Fire Walk want at least 60 people to be sponsored to walk along a 20ft path of burning embers on Brighton seafront on September 6. The
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Date
Red Arrows wow the crowds
The ever-popular Red Arrows stunned the crowds with their formation flying on the second day of Eastbourne's annual air show. A nine-strong team of pilots in Hawk aircraft weaved across the sky at Eastbourne's Airbourne show, leaving plumes of coloured
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Date
Bank cleaner made hoax bomb call
A cleaner triggered an emergency evacuation when he made a hoax bomb call to the bank where he worked. Peter Heming, 57, attempted to disguise his voice with a fake West Country accent when he rang HSBC's Worthing office on his mobile phone one evening
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Biker deaths set to double
The number of motorcyclists killed on Sussex roads is expected to double this year, a shock new study shows. While the overall number of fatal crashes is falling, the figure for bikers killed is increasing every year. A total of 55 died in Sussex between
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Date
Argus readers take to skies
Flying thorough the air with the greatest of ease, two readers of The Argus enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the skies above Sussex. Rachel Thompson and Emma Owen won a competition to take off with two of the most popular performers at this
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Date
Cousin keeps Elvis legacy alive
It is 26 years since the death of Elvis Presley, one of the most recognisable icons of 20th Century popular culture. For Donna Presley Early, his first cousin, the memories of that day remain as strong as ever. Donna, 53, is the daughter of Elvis's aunt
