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Watson hopes for green light
Paul Watson will see a specialist this week and hopes to get the go-ahead to start light training. The Albion right-back has not played this season after major back surgery on a prolapsed disc. Watson could be back in full training within a month and
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Record holder aims to go faster
THE world's fastest text messager is returning to his homeland for a televised attempt to break his own record. James Trusler, born in Shoreham, achieved world record a year ago by accurately tapping in 160 characters in one minute and seven seconds.
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No free parking to pop to shops
FREE parking bays are being removed from a shopping area days after a massive increase in parking fees. All 280 free two-hour spaces in a busy part of Hove will become residents-only or pay-and-display within two weeks. The city council insists the changes
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Lawyers to decide on biker death charges
A council and a water company could be charged with corporate manslaughter after a motorcyclist skidded and crashed on a recently-resurfaced road. Sussex Police believe West Sussex County Council and Southern Water should answer for the death of 52-year-old
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Blockage leads to chaos on the roads
TRAFFIC in the heart of Brighton will be jammed for six weeks after workmen accidentally poured tonnes of concrete into a sewer. One lane of Queens Road has been blocked off while workmen replace the Victorian pipe. Meanwhile, Southern Water is having
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Knife attack on stab death man's brother
A MAN stabbed following a petty row in the street spoke of his ordeal from his hospital bed. John Banks, 51, was lucky to be alive after a 10in blade was plunged into his shoulder and then his back, puncturing his left lung and missing his heart by just
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William Hill is a winner online
Bookmaker William Hill today hailed the popularity of its internet business as it toasted a 29% hike in half yearly profits. The London-based group said operating profits soared by 50% to £24.2 million at the interactive division, which allows punters
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ITV expected to be in spotlight over share price
ITV is expected to report maiden interim pre-tax profits of £112 million on Thursday. However, it is likely to come under pressure to explain the poor performance of its share price, which has fallen well below the price of just over 140p at the time
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House builder confident after 'excellent' results
Bovis Homes today said the housing market was showing signs of returning to more normal levels as it posted a 46% increase in half yearly pre-tax profits to £67.2 million. The house builder said housing market activity in the first half of 2004 was strong
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No free parking to pop to shops
Free parking bays are being removed from a shopping area days after a massive increase in parking fees. All 280 free two-hour spaces in a busy part of Hove will become residents-only or pay-and-display within two weeks. The city council insists the changes
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Needles can save 500,000 a year
The five-man company behind a self-destructing syringe which could save 500,000 lives a year will join some of the biggest companies in Britain at the National Business Awards 2004. Star Syringe, based in Forest Row, near Crowborough, will receive a Highly
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Buses drive firm's increased profits
Sussex transport operator Go-Ahead lifted annual profits by 39 per cent to £91.3 million after benefiting from a strong performance by its bus division. The group, which owns Brighton and Hove Bus and Coach Company and runs the Southern and Thameslink
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Threat to life at the bottom in the rush to build
Scientists will be trawling the depths off the Sussex coast for new a insight into what dwells down below. The £450,000 project starting today is aimed at both protecting wildlife and boosting the construction industry's ability to supply everything from
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No free parking to pop to shops
FREE parking bays are being removed from a shopping area days after a massive increase in parking fees. All 280 free two-hour spaces in a busy part of Hove will become residents-only or pay-and-display within two weeks. The city council insists the changes
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Nostalgia event is halted by collision of Sixties race cars
THREE racing drivers escaped serious injury in a dramatic high-speed crash during a race at the Goodwood Revival. Their cars collided, sending one spinning towards the spectator area. Driver Chris Smith suffered leg injuries and bruising but appeared
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Blockage leads to chaos on the roads
TRAFFIC in the heart of Brighton will be jammed for six weeks after workmen accidentally poured tonnes of concrete into a sewer. One lane of Queens Road has been blocked off while workmen replace the Victorian pipe. Meanwhile, Southern Water is having
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William Hill is a winner online
Bookmaker William Hill today hailed the popularity of its internet business as it toasted a 29% hike in half yearly profits. The London-based group said operating profits soared by 50% to £24.2 million at the interactive division, which allows punters
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ITV expected to be in spotlight over share price
ITV is expected to report maiden interim pre-tax profits of £112 million on Thursday. However, it is likely to come under pressure to explain the poor performance of its share price, which has fallen well below the price of just over 140p at the time
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House builder confident after 'excellent' results
Bovis Homes today said the housing market was showing signs of returning to more normal levels as it posted a 46% increase in half yearly pre-tax profits to £67.2 million. The house builder said housing market activity in the first half of 2004 was strong
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No free parking to pop to shops
Free parking bays are being removed from a shopping area days after a massive increase in parking fees. All 280 free two-hour spaces in a busy part of Hove will become residents-only or pay-and-display within two weeks. The city council insists the changes
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Needles can save 500,000 a year
The five-man company behind a self-destructing syringe which could save 500,000 lives a year will join some of the biggest companies in Britain at the National Business Awards 2004. Star Syringe, based in Forest Row, near Crowborough, will receive a Highly
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Threat to life at the bottom in the rush to build
Scientists will be trawling the depths off the Sussex coast for new a insight into what dwells down below. The £450,000 project starting today is aimed at both protecting wildlife and boosting the construction industry's ability to supply everything from
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Nostalgia event is halted by collision of Sixties race cars
THREE racing drivers escaped serious injury in a dramatic high-speed crash during a race at the Goodwood Revival. Their cars collided, sending one spinning towards the spectator area. Driver Chris Smith suffered leg injuries and bruising but appeared
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Actor helps remove body from sea
HEARTTHROB Nick Berry is used to playing the hero - but found himself at the centre of a real-life drama. The 41-year-old actor helped pull a body from the sea near Hove lagoon as coastguards arrived. Nick played the part of PC Nick Rowan in the hit television
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Rene, 81, shows her X appeal.
SINGER Irene Ansell has waited 63 years for her 15 minutes of fame - but today said she enjoyed every second of her TV debut. The 81-year-old from Rutland Road, Hove, captured the hearts of the nation when she became the "oldest diva" on the X-Factor
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PY seals marina deal with a dinner
Flamboyant Frenchman Pierre-Yves Gerbeau celebrated his £65 million deal for Brighton Marina with a meal at one of its new restaurants. Former Millennium Dome boss Mr Gerbeau - nicknamed "PY" - dined at his latest investment just hours before lawyers
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Guest houses told to get on the net
For many of us, travel writer Bill Bryson summed up the classic English bed and breakfast experience in his book Notes From A Small Island. The resident old codger, unwelcoming house rules and gargantuan fried breakfast all featured in his account of
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Watson hopes for green light
Paul Watson will see a specialist this week and hopes to get the go-ahead to start light training. The Albion right-back has not played this season after major back surgery on a prolapsed disc. Watson could be back in full training within a month and
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Date
Record holder aims to go faster
THE world's fastest text messager is returning to his homeland for a televised attempt to break his own record. James Trusler, born in Shoreham, achieved world record a year ago by accurately tapping in 160 characters in one minute and seven seconds.
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Lawyers to decide on biker death charges
A council and a water company could be charged with corporate manslaughter after a motorcyclist skidded and crashed on a recently-resurfaced road. Sussex Police believe West Sussex County Council and Southern Water should answer for the death of 52-year-old
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Actor helps remove body from sea
HEARTTHROB Nick Berry is used to playing the hero - but found himself at the centre of a real-life drama. The 41-year-old actor helped pull a body from the sea near Hove lagoon as coastguards arrived. Nick played the part of PC Nick Rowan in the hit television
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Knife attack on stab death man's brother
A MAN stabbed following a petty row in the street spoke of his ordeal from his hospital bed. John Banks, 51, was lucky to be alive after a 10in blade was plunged into his shoulder and then his back, puncturing his left lung and missing his heart by just
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Rene, 81, shows her X appeal.
SINGER Irene Ansell has waited 63 years for her 15 minutes of fame - but today said she enjoyed every second of her TV debut. The 81-year-old from Rutland Road, Hove, captured the hearts of the nation when she became the "oldest diva" on the X-Factor
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PY seals marina deal with a dinner
Flamboyant Frenchman Pierre-Yves Gerbeau celebrated his £65 million deal for Brighton Marina with a meal at one of its new restaurants. Former Millennium Dome boss Mr Gerbeau - nicknamed "PY" - dined at his latest investment just hours before lawyers
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Buses drive firm's increased profits
Sussex transport operator Go-Ahead lifted annual profits by 39 per cent to £91.3 million after benefiting from a strong performance by its bus division. The group, which owns Brighton and Hove Bus and Coach Company and runs the Southern and Thameslink
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Guest houses told to get on the net
For many of us, travel writer Bill Bryson summed up the classic English bed and breakfast experience in his book Notes From A Small Island. The resident old codger, unwelcoming house rules and gargantuan fried breakfast all featured in his account of
