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TV licence fiasco
I know where the TV licence fee revenue goes - administration. My family and I took over tenancy of The Prince of Wales pub in Brighton in September last year. It was previously a Shepherd Neame managed house so it became my responsibility to cover the
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Jail Nurse
So, P Pearce thinks that being a successful coach is some kind of defence for Nick Nurse after being convicted of driving while disqualified, eh? Perhaps this blinkered fan would like to consider the consequences if Nurse, whose driving record includes
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Billie-Jo inquiry may free teacher
Potential fresh evidence is to be examined that could clear teacher Sion Jenkins, jailed for murdering his teenage foster daughter. Court of Appeal judges yesterday ordered an inquiry that defence lawyers believe could destabilise his conviction. Jenkins
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Jack's the lad for brekkie
Southern FM'S Danny Pike and Nicky Keig-Shevlin are joining up with a real Jack the Lad on their breakfast show. DJ Jack Hayes, from Ditchling, near Lewes, has been signed up to play the joker with the team and makes his debut on Monday. Described as
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Spring brings road danger
A dead badger on the roadside (Letters, March 1) is a familiar sight but it's not just badgers that die in this way. March is also the worst month for foxes, hedgehogs and other small creatures as spring arrives. Birds are also nesting and searching for
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Blunkett's pledge on extreme porn sites
Relatives of murdered schoolteacher Jane Longhurst are confident action will be taken to close down sick internet sites. Jane's mother, Liz Longhurst, and sister, Sue Barnett, presented a five-point plan to Home Secretary David Blunkett in London yesterday
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High ranking
May I add my voice to the chorus of frustrated Brighton supporters crying out for the construction of a new football stadium at Falmer. Since the Goldstone ground was sold it has been heartbreaking to see our brave little club trying to get somewhere
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United support
Redhill FC are looking forward to Fans for Falmer Day tomorrow, when they take on Hailsham Town at 3pm in the Sussex County League, Division One. They are hoping for a bumper gate for this fixture, as Albion's fans have promised to attend matches all
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City is a victim of its own success
Brighton's low-cost housing problem is a major barrier to its future economic prosperity, a report has claimed. The authors of Brighton And Hove: Barriers To Further Economic Development say the city has become a victim of its own success. As higher income
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Frenchman who seeks to bridge la diffrence
A French caf owner hopes to bridge the gap between pubs and restaurants in Brighton and Hove. Rosario Guarneri says Le Petit Pain in Church Road, Hove, provides an alternative to smoky pubs and places aimed strictly at diners. The patisserie and caf opens
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225 jobs to go
Concrete maker RMC, which recently opened an asphalt plant in Shoreham, is planning to shed 225 jobs in the UK this year. The Surrey-based group said the losses would follow the merger of its ready-mixed concrete and aggregates businesses. However, a
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March 5: Kidger quits Albion Board
Chris Kidger today denied rumours that a row with chairman Dick Knight over the club's commercial activities prompted his resignation from the Albion Board. Kidger, owner of Friday-Ad, quit his role as the Seagulls' commercial director to concentrate
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Jail Nurse
So, P Pearce thinks that being a successful coach is some kind of defence for Nick Nurse after being convicted of driving while disqualified, eh? Perhaps this blinkered fan would like to consider the consequences if Nurse, whose driving record includes
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It's poetic justice for women wordsmiths
For centuries their sonnets and sestinas have been consistently overlooked by the mainstream. Despite the efforts of Sylvia Plath, Christina Rossetti and Stevie Smith, the world of poetry remains markedly male-dominated. But a new generation of female
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Rogue plumber fleeced pensioner
A rogue plumber who fleeced a retired nurse out of more than £5,000 has insisted: "I'm no scumbag". Gary Seabrook, 41, faces jail after wildly overcharging spinster Muriel Burbidge to clear a blocked toilet. The job should have cost about £100. Miss Burbidge's
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Terror of mum in firebomb attack
A mother told today of the terrifying moment a firebomb exploded outside her home as her two children slept. Andrea Staplehurst leapt from the sofa bed she shared with her partner and looked out, horrified. Ms Staplehurst, 25 and now pregnant with her
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Barbaric build
I have to admire Mr and Mrs Radtke (The Argus, March 1) for their idea of building down as well as up to give more internal floor area. Use of space in Brighton has to be thought about carefully. When I walk through the North Laine, I feel the whole shabby
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Women knifed by teen maniac
A Teenage knifeman is stalking the streets, attacking young women at random. The maniac has struck seven times in seven weeks, each attack increasing in violence. Police launched a major hunt today, fearing he could kill next time. Detective Inspector
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Chemical-free
Emma Cartwright asks (Letters, February 9) where she can buy chemical-free cosmetic make-up. She should contact Dr Hauschka Skin Care's headquarters (tel 01386 792622) or email www.enquiries@drhauschka.co.uk). They will send her a catalogue and list of
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High ranking
May I add my voice to the chorus of frustrated Brighton supporters crying out for the construction of a new football stadium at Falmer. Since the Goldstone ground was sold it has been heartbreaking to see our brave little club trying to get somewhere
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City is a victim of its own success
Brighton's low-cost housing problem is a major barrier to its future economic prosperity, a report has claimed. The authors of Brighton And Hove: Barriers To Further Economic Development say the city has become a victim of its own success. As higher income
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Having a ball
Sussex cricket captain Chris Adams was guest of honour at a drinks reception hosted by the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS). The event was held to recognise Sussex County Cricket Club's county championship victory last year, the first in its 164-year history
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Changing gear
Estates manager Ken Sturgeon has retired from G&G Food Supplies to focus on his passion for classic American cars. Ken, 65, who joined the company in 1997, was responsible for the smooth running of the G&G's factory and offices. During his time
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225 jobs to go
Concrete maker RMC, which recently opened an asphalt plant in Shoreham, is planning to shed 225 jobs in the UK this year. The Surrey-based group said the losses would follow the merger of its ready-mixed concrete and aggregates businesses. However, a
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March 5: Kidger quits Albion Board
Chris Kidger today denied rumours that a row with chairman Dick Knight over the club's commercial activities prompted his resignation from the Albion Board. Kidger, owner of Friday-Ad, quit his role as the Seagulls' commercial director to concentrate
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It's poetic justice for women wordsmiths
For centuries their sonnets and sestinas have been consistently overlooked by the mainstream. Despite the efforts of Sylvia Plath, Christina Rossetti and Stevie Smith, the world of poetry remains markedly male-dominated. But a new generation of female
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High life is cutting my insurance
A woman who lives at the top of a hill has been told her home is no longer at risk of flooding. Frances Cane, 38, has lived in Cleve Terrace, Lewes, for seven years but has only just been told her insurance company will remove her house from a map of
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Library story is slow going
Controversial plans for a historic library have been shelved until the end of the year at least. Brighton and Hove City Council has put any decision on its future on hold. The move has been welcomed by campaigners whose fight to preserve Hove library
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Stop speeding
In response to Dennis Merrett (Letters, March 1), I would like to rename the anti-car bandwagon "the responsible drivers bandwagon". It is not anti-car, it is against people who drive irresponsibly and endanger other people's lives. Furthermore, Dennis
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Rogue plumber fleeced pensioner
A rogue plumber who fleeced a retired nurse out of more than £5,000 has insisted: "I'm no scumbag". Gary Seabrook, 41, faces jail after wildly overcharging spinster Muriel Burbidge to clear a blocked toilet. The job should have cost about £100. Miss Burbidge's
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Too many buses
Brighton and Hove Bus and Coach Company must not be allowed to dictate to the town hall about improvements it wants as none of these would benefit the residents. I live in the outskirts of the City at Mile Oak and we have more than 260 bus movements a
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Terror of mum in firebomb attack
A mother told today of the terrifying moment a firebomb exploded outside her home as her two children slept. Andrea Staplehurst leapt from the sofa bed she shared with her partner and looked out, horrified. Ms Staplehurst, 25 and now pregnant with her
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Norman's a Luddite and not a Liberal
If Norman Baker's argument against dualling the A27 from Polegate to Lewes (The Argus, March 3) was taken to its logical conclusion, the dual carriageways between Lewes, Brighton and Shoreham would never have been built. Traffic would still wend its way
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Barbaric build
I have to admire Mr and Mrs Radtke (The Argus, March 1) for their idea of building down as well as up to give more internal floor area. Use of space in Brighton has to be thought about carefully. When I walk through the North Laine, I feel the whole shabby
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Women knifed by teen maniac
A Teenage knifeman is stalking the streets, attacking young women at random. The maniac has struck seven times in seven weeks, each attack increasing in violence. Police launched a major hunt today, fearing he could kill next time. Detective Inspector
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Chemical-free
Emma Cartwright asks (Letters, February 9) where she can buy chemical-free cosmetic make-up. She should contact Dr Hauschka Skin Care's headquarters (tel 01386 792622) or email www.enquiries@drhauschka.co.uk). They will send her a catalogue and list of
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Brighton Centre is an asset, not a millstone
Adam Trimingham says the Brighton Centre is a municipal millstone and the sooner it is disposed of, the better (The Argus, February 28). I take exception to this view and would like to set the record straight. The Brighton Centre cost £10 million and
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Kidger quits Albion Board
Chris Kidger today denied rumours that a row with chairman Dick Knight over the club's commercial activities prompted his resignation from the Albion Board. Kidger, owner of Friday-Ad, quit his role as the Seagulls' commercial director to concentrate
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Too many shops add to the housing crisis
A Surplus of shops in Brighton's city centre is contributing to the its affordable housing crisis, it has been claimed. A think-tank hosted by the Brighton and Hove Economic Partnership examined the housing dilemma facing the city. One suggestion was
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Having a ball
Sussex cricket captain Chris Adams was guest of honour at a drinks reception hosted by the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS). The event was held to recognise Sussex County Cricket Club's county championship victory last year, the first in its 164-year history
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Changing gear
Estates manager Ken Sturgeon has retired from G&G Food Supplies to focus on his passion for classic American cars. Ken, 65, who joined the company in 1997, was responsible for the smooth running of the G&G's factory and offices. During his time
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A movie role that suits him perfectly
Brighton tailor Gresham Blake has broken into the movie market with a contract to manufacture the costumes for Piccadilly Jim. Director John Mackay's movie is being filmed in London for Mission Pictures. Gresham, whose Bond Street shop provides bespoke
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Boss builds a future with artistic licence
Jonathon Orrell fixes me with a stare, grips my hand and says: "Hello, you must be Jonathan Orrell." It's an unusual, and disorientating introduction, but funny, in a surreal way, and breaks the ice. Jon is in a bubbly mood considering he was at his desk
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TV licence fiasco
I know where the TV licence fee revenue goes - administration. My family and I took over tenancy of The Prince of Wales pub in Brighton in September last year. It was previously a Shepherd Neame managed house so it became my responsibility to cover the
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Billie-Jo inquiry may free teacher
Potential fresh evidence is to be examined that could clear teacher Sion Jenkins, jailed for murdering his teenage foster daughter. Court of Appeal judges yesterday ordered an inquiry that defence lawyers believe could destabilise his conviction. Jenkins
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High life is cutting my insurance
A woman who lives at the top of a hill has been told her home is no longer at risk of flooding. Frances Cane, 38, has lived in Cleve Terrace, Lewes, for seven years but has only just been told her insurance company will remove her house from a map of
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Library story is slow going
Controversial plans for a historic library have been shelved until the end of the year at least. Brighton and Hove City Council has put any decision on its future on hold. The move has been welcomed by campaigners whose fight to preserve Hove library
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Stop speeding
In response to Dennis Merrett (Letters, March 1), I would like to rename the anti-car bandwagon "the responsible drivers bandwagon". It is not anti-car, it is against people who drive irresponsibly and endanger other people's lives. Furthermore, Dennis
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Too many buses
Brighton and Hove Bus and Coach Company must not be allowed to dictate to the town hall about improvements it wants as none of these would benefit the residents. I live in the outskirts of the City at Mile Oak and we have more than 260 bus movements a
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Norman's a Luddite and not a Liberal
If Norman Baker's argument against dualling the A27 from Polegate to Lewes (The Argus, March 3) was taken to its logical conclusion, the dual carriageways between Lewes, Brighton and Shoreham would never have been built. Traffic would still wend its way
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Jack's the lad for brekkie
Southern FM'S Danny Pike and Nicky Keig-Shevlin are joining up with a real Jack the Lad on their breakfast show. DJ Jack Hayes, from Ditchling, near Lewes, has been signed up to play the joker with the team and makes his debut on Monday. Described as
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Spring brings road danger
A dead badger on the roadside (Letters, March 1) is a familiar sight but it's not just badgers that die in this way. March is also the worst month for foxes, hedgehogs and other small creatures as spring arrives. Birds are also nesting and searching for
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Blunkett's pledge on extreme porn sites
Relatives of murdered schoolteacher Jane Longhurst are confident action will be taken to close down sick internet sites. Jane's mother, Liz Longhurst, and sister, Sue Barnett, presented a five-point plan to Home Secretary David Blunkett in London yesterday
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United support
Redhill FC are looking forward to Fans for Falmer Day tomorrow, when they take on Hailsham Town at 3pm in the Sussex County League, Division One. They are hoping for a bumper gate for this fixture, as Albion's fans have promised to attend matches all
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Date
Brighton Centre is an asset, not a millstone
Adam Trimingham says the Brighton Centre is a municipal millstone and the sooner it is disposed of, the better (The Argus, February 28). I take exception to this view and would like to set the record straight. The Brighton Centre cost £10 million and
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Kidger quits Albion Board
Chris Kidger today denied rumours that a row with chairman Dick Knight over the club's commercial activities prompted his resignation from the Albion Board. Kidger, owner of Friday-Ad, quit his role as the Seagulls' commercial director to concentrate
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Too many shops add to the housing crisis
A Surplus of shops in Brighton's city centre is contributing to the its affordable housing crisis, it has been claimed. A think-tank hosted by the Brighton and Hove Economic Partnership examined the housing dilemma facing the city. One suggestion was
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Frenchman who seeks to bridge la diffrence
A French caf owner hopes to bridge the gap between pubs and restaurants in Brighton and Hove. Rosario Guarneri says Le Petit Pain in Church Road, Hove, provides an alternative to smoky pubs and places aimed strictly at diners. The patisserie and caf opens
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Date
A movie role that suits him perfectly
Brighton tailor Gresham Blake has broken into the movie market with a contract to manufacture the costumes for Piccadilly Jim. Director John Mackay's movie is being filmed in London for Mission Pictures. Gresham, whose Bond Street shop provides bespoke
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Boss builds a future with artistic licence
Jonathon Orrell fixes me with a stare, grips my hand and says: "Hello, you must be Jonathan Orrell." It's an unusual, and disorientating introduction, but funny, in a surreal way, and breaks the ice. Jon is in a bubbly mood considering he was at his desk
