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Injuries pile up but Eagles go down fighting
Trevor Geer will today sift through the wreckage of his injury-ravaged Eastbourne Eagles squad in a bid to track a team capable of testing the league leaders. Eagles were reduced to two fully fit men of their own, plus a guest, as they lost 51-42 at
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Pook back as Worthing boss
Alan Pook is back as manager of Worthing. Pook has returned to work alongside Danny Bloor, who has been retained as joint manager. The return to the Pook-Bloor partnership comes a year after the former officially stepped down as manager due to personal
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Albion help Roberts' dreams of Champions League shot
Ben Roberts today thanked Albion for helping him to the brink of the Champions League. The former Seagulls and Middlesbrough keeper is due to make his debut for Eircom League of Ireland outfit Derry City at the weekend. That could lead to a European
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Firefighters tackle pub blaze
The roof of a pub built in the 12th Century has been destroyed by fire. Fire crews were called to the Lamb Inn in High Street, Old Town, Eastbourne, shortly after 1.30am on Sunday to tackle the 15ft flames. The fire was caused by an electrical fault
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Bus services face the axe in rural areas
Buses ferrying the elderly from their homes and children to their schools may be axed in a bid to save funds. A decision is due this week on whether to accept West Sussex County Council recommendations to cut eight bus routes. Tex Pemberton, cabinet
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Czech National Symphony Orchestra, Concert Hall, Brighton Dome
When the Brighton Festival Chorus let rip with the opening lines of Dvorak's Opus 103 Te Deum, I began to feel for the structure of the Dome. And while the BFC remains at the top of its game, the Czech National Symphony Orchestra added to its rich
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Jeweller tells court of his fear
A jeweller has told a court of his fear after a gunman threatened to shoot him in the leg. Christopher Purvis said it was the scariest moment of his life. He told a jury he was in the kitchen at Amore Jewellers when he heard a man talking in the shop
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Road Safety, NCP Car Park, Russell Road, Brighton
The problem with site-specific theatre is always what to do with the audience. You can have the greatest performance space ever made but if the audience can't see what is going on then what is the point? The main problem with Corpus Soma's Road
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Thunder: Why we stayed down
The directors behind a decision to keep Worthing Thunder out of the British Basketball League today explained why they stayed put. Alan and Rosemary Dawes set up Thunder in the second-tier EBL division one after Worthing Bears moved to Brighton in 1999
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Lara proves she is 'mad ferret'
Madcap Lara Young is forking out an extra £30 a week on luxury groceries - to feed her 39 ferrets. Lara has turned her home in Eastbourne into a sanctuary for the creatures, complete with tiny hammocks and an exercise yard. The 33-year-old even shares
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Beach huts used to display artwork
Hundreds of schoolchildren showed off their artistic talents in an unlikely setting. Nine beach huts along Hove promenade were used to display the paintings and pottery. More than 260 children from West Hove Junior and Infant Schools produced artwork
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The road to more greenhouse gases
The £89 million link road between Hastings and Bexhill has had initial Government approval but strong opposition has been raised by environmental campaigners. While East Sussex County Council sees the road as an answer to traffic problems and deprivation
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Spray is the way forward
In response to the letter from Mr and Mrs Burbery on the subject of the brown tailed moth (Letters, May 9), I have been in contact with Rob Greenland, manager of Brighton and Hove City Council's arboricultural department, since October 2006. Up
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The top spot for tourists
More foreign tourists flock to Brighton than any other seaside resort in Britain, a survey has revealed. Brighton and Hove saw off competition from Poole, in Dorset, which came second in the lastminute.com poll to find which locations were most
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Quick solution for cyclist safety
With reference to the article headlined "Action over death road" (The Argus, May 10), a simple way to improve safety for cyclists around Brighton's Clock Tower is to immediately re-open North Street Quadrant. Brighton and Hove City Council closed
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Like it or lump it, Blair’s actions were not illegal
Before Tony Greenstein, secretary of the Brighton and Hove Unemployed Workers Centre, buys Tony Blair an air ticket to the International Criminal Court (ICC) at the Hague, he might as well make it a day return (Letters, May 10). If Mr Greenstein
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PM’s true legacy
Tony Blair's legacy to the people of Worthing and Lancing? Cancelling the bypass, which was agreed just before he came to office. Every time you sit fuming in the endless tailbacks and jams Blair has bequeathed us, he shall be remembered. Wendy
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Students’ stance
The University of Sussex Students Union (USSU) has no position of support or opposition to the planned Falmer football stadium (The Argus, April 24). Only an indicative vote of support was taken by the 40 students at a union general meeting on
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What a turn off
I hate to say "I told you so" but the news that the listenership of BBC Southern Counties Radio has dropped by around one third since former managing editor Neil Pringle carried out his hatchet job on the station last spring (The Argus, May 11)
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Bruce was the real victim
What a crazy world it is we live in when a young thug who was running away from the police and accidentally bitten by police dog Bruce is awarded £42,500 in damages and costs (The Argus, May 10). Meanwhile, the senior officer, former assistant chief
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Ferry good idea
Having read about the new ferry service from Newhaven to Le Havre (The Argus, May 5), I wonder if Brighton and Hove Albion plans on having a pre-season friendly against Le Havre? I had a great weekend there a couple of seasons ago and it would
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Tuk-tuk supporter
Following a recent incident, I felt compelled to weigh into the debate regarding the taxi v tuk-tuk discussion in Brighton. Three months ago I decided to give up my car and rely on walking/ taxi/bus to get around the city. To my astonishment I
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Bad planning
Under Brighton and Hove City Council's permitted development rights, my neighbour does not need permission to install three large, top-opening, Velux windows overlooking my house and garden. Unlike other planning authorities, our council does not
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True life savers
I have recently returned home after seven weeks in the digestive disorders department of the Royal Sussex County Hospital where, at the age of 81, I underwent an operation for colon cancer, followed by a week at Knoll House, an intermediary care
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Hopes for bus lanes
In answer to Mr Kennard's question about who pays for bus lanes (Letters, May 4), finance comes from the local transport plan budget, the amount the Government allows councils to borrow to provide transport schemes etc. While welcomed, only a
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New bus route
I agree with Barry Kingstone (Letters, May 6). I've said it many times, a bus to go down Edward Street, turning right to go along London Road, would be a great help - especially to get to the new Sainsbury's, maybe going up New England Road into
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Bin and done it
In reply to Simon Eaton (Letters, May 3), we in Lansdowne Place had the same problem regarding communal bins. We eventually discovered certain people were voting against communal bins. It was nothing to do with parking. Fortunately, a community
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Clock is ticking
So the Tories, along with their right-wing allies the Green Party, now run Brighton and Hove City Council. Back to the days of misery then. However, this will not change the life of people of Moulsecoomb one iota. For years, council officials
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Long in the tooth? Don’t write Labour off just yet
The truth can really hurt. When I read Adam Trimingham's description of Brighton and Hove Labour councillors as "long in the tooth" (The Argus, May 8). I knew at once he had me in mind. One look in the mirror confirmed it: wrinkles, greying hair
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A wasted vote?
I have never really been interested in politics. I hate to say it but I only use my vote at general elections. I decided to vote at the local ones this time, mainly because I was fed up seeing our city gradually deteriorating under a Labour council
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Debit the dust
Terence Reed has a beef with Southern Water for offering a nonexistent bonus of £5 per annum to those who pay by direct debit (Letters, May 7). It could be worse. BT actually debit you £4.50 per quarter if you don't. A classic case of "you're damned
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Just let it be
As administrative director of a major property lettings company, I am writing to set the record straight regarding the new tenants deposit legislation. Adam Sampson of Shelter states there is no added expense to tenants (Letters, May 9). This is
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Pressure the pier
Andrew Roland is right to highlight the huge price increase on the Palace Pier (The Argus, May 8). I was shocked when I discovered my in-laws visiting from France had actually paid £20 for a wristband for my children who were too small for certain
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Don’t palm us off with plastic trees
As a Spaniard, paying frequent visits to the UK, I am very surprised at the shoddy design and limited imagination of resorts on the South Coast. In Spain, seaside towns present the most beautiful architecture and delightful promenades, all designed
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Mile high couple admit jet fracas
A couple whose drunken and abusive behaviour led to their flight being diverted changed their pleas to guilty today. Trevor Augustus Blake, 44, and Nicola Fitzgerald, 27, of Enderby Road, Luton, were charged following a disturbance on flight BA2263 from
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Cyclists gear up for naked ride
Flesh will again be bared at the second Brighton and Hove naked bike ride. The event, which last year saw 160 naked riders cycle through the city, is a protest against oil dependency and a bid to highlight the vulnerability of cyclists. This year it
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Actress caused Havoc on stage and screen
A very popular support actress of her day was this lady, June Havoc. She was a stage child at the age of two, and a child actor in silent comedies. The younger sister of the famous burlesque stripper Gypsy Rose Lee, she eloped at the age of 13
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We have a right to die with dignity
It is now five years since the death of Diane Pretty from motor neurone disease. Since then, many people have felt the need to go to Dignitas to end their suffering and others have simply suffered in silence. Having had breast cancer diagnosed myself
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Buses boss bites back
George Hilton claims council subsidies have never been higher to keep unviable bus routes going in the city (Letters, May 10). He couldn't be more wrong. Public funding for such routes has never been lower. It represents just two per cent of all
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Two laptops stolen from school
Thieves snatched two laptops and an overhead projector from a school. Teachers at Uckfield Community Technology College discovered the items had been stolen this morning. It is believed the thieves struck while the school was still open on Friday evening
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Crack addict jailed for 150 burglaries
A crack cocaine addict who carried out more than 150 burglaries to help feed his habit was today jailed for four years. Simon Knights, 31, used the rail network to raid properties in towns near stations all over Sussex. He admitted a total of 11 burglaries
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Microwave warning
In response to Graham Chainey's correspondence against city-wide wi-fi in Brighton and Hove (Letters, May 9), I would like to add several points. Wi-fi emits the same frequency microwaves as mobile and cordless phones, phone masts, and wireless
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Don’t fear change
What a strange Luddite attitude was expressed by Graham Chainey (Letters, May 9). Firstly, saying "everything better is purchased at the price of something else" appears to ignore thousands of years of achievements and improvement in life. We have
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Radiation ga-ga
While I have no particular view for or against wi-fi, Graham Chainey's plea to stop radiation around us was intriguing. No radio or TV? Well, yes, I would love to get rid of about 90 per cent of TV but because of its content, not its radiation.
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Hamlet, Malborough Theatre, Brighton, Friday
This is in no way meant to be detrimental the rest of the cast, who were all admirable, but Hamlet is all about its protagonist and the success of any production rests largely on the shoulders of the actor playing this role, the most complex of all Shakespeare's
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Police force's £1 million compensation bill
SUSSEX Police is paying out tens of thousands of pounds to compensate for blunders. In the last decade 528 payments worth £1,019,080 have been dished out following court claims for unlawful arrest, negligence and racial discrimination at the hands of
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Paul – A Strange Kind Of Hero, St Bartholomew’s Church, Brighton, until May 20
In the wake of Godspell and Jesus Christ Superstar comes a new musical. This one, written and directed by Sue Pomeroy, takes up the story of the spread of Christianity through the life of St Paul. It tells of the young and zealous rabbi, Saul, defender
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Punt And Dennis, Komedia, Brighton, Sunday
As a double act, Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis have a strange dynamic. On stage, Punt was very much the host, talking at length about each comedy topic and throwing in some carefully-constructed satirical thoughts about the main theme of the show - Britishness
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Sarah Tynan & Stephanie Marshall, Pavilion Theatre, Brighton, Wednesday
Brighton Festival's lunchtime concert series is one of the gems of the three-week arts fest. This soprano and mezzo-soprano were a special bargain - there's no way you will ever see these two together again on a concert platform for just £7. Both have
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Edson Cordeiro, Pavilion Theatre, Brighton, until Wed
After watching Edson Cordeiro, I find I have to ask myself two crucial questions: firstly, if I say anything negative about him, will I be lynched by the 250 people who absolutely loved this show? Secondly, who am I to criticise the obvious and at times
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Star gazer entices Kylie to Hove
Top astrologer June Penn today told how she hoped to get pop princess Kylie Minogue to move into her home. The Argus reported today that Kylie is said to be looking to move to Brighton and Hove, in part to be near her gay fanbase. She is thought to
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Rock legends have their sound rig stolen
Seventies rockers Together have had all their sound equipment stolen after their farewell gig. The four-piece, who won telly talent show New Faces in 1974 and have toured with Mud and Showaddywaddy, have lost £14,000 of amps, effects pedals and other
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The Maids, Old Ship Hotel, Brighton
Three women enter dressed in black and, at a shared glance, dive onto a neatly made bed whose plump pillow is graced with a single rose. One grabs the flower first and stands up triumphant. She throws a hand mirror onto the bed between the remaining
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The Maids, Old Ship Hotel, Brighton
Three women enter dressed in black and, at a shared glance, dive onto a neatly made bed whose plump pillow is graced with a single rose. One grabs the flower first and stands up triumphant. She throws a hand mirror onto the bed between the remaining
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Victoria Wood, Dome Concert Hall, Brighton
Strolling onto stage, wearing Brighton-friendly jeans and large jewellery, a remarkably youthful-looking Ms Wood was greeted by rapturous applause from the packed hall. Billed as a literary event celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Mass Observation
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The Kocani Orkestar and A Hawk And A Hacksaw,
You can get the whole of the Dome dancing if you encore for an hour and Saturday night audiences can never have too much trumpet. Those are the two lessons gleaned from this fantastic one-off double bill, an unlikely teaming of a cult young duo from
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Import/Export – Les Ballets C de la B, Corn Exchange, Brighton
This blend of contemporary dance and physical theatre explores themes of powerlessness in personal and political relationships but it is not, sadly, very powerful. There are moments when the undoubtedly talented collective hit the spot, such as the eerie
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Nick Kent, The Old Courthouse, Brighton
Nick Kent played guitar with the Sex Pistols, shared drugs with Keith Richards and delved behind the masks of countless rock idols. But until now, he had never done a reading of his own work. Kent was one of the journalists who changed how people wrote
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The Kocani Orkestar and A Hawk And A Hacksaw, Dome Concert Hall, Brighton
You can get the whole of the Dome dancing if you encore for an hour and Saturday night audiences can never have too much trumpet. Those are the two lessons gleaned from this fantastic one-off double bill, an unlikely teaming of a cult young duo from
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Sean Hughes, Udderbelly, Brighton
After we sat, ushers bullied whole rows forward to fit more people in, until we were squeezed so tight our legs are jammed against backs. Surely dangerous, because there's no aisle left to escape along. They also cut Hughes's set so the Caesar Twins
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Brecht On Magic, Komedia, Brighton
When Ian Saville first started performing this show in the Eighties he was the picture of socialism, all unkempt facial hair and witty anti-Thatcherite longing. Apart from shedding the beard and adding some grey hairs, very little seems to have changed
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Teachers gear up for 200-mile bike ride
A pair of teachers are gearing up for a 200-mile bike ride with a ferry crossing included for good measure. Mark Warner and Jay Graham wanted to find an original way of raising funds for a charity so they have eschewed the well trodden route Land's End
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The Little Girl Who Was Too Fond Of Matches, Nightingale Theatre, Brighton
As the audience entered the room, Marcia Carr was lurching around the stage repeating the same apocalyptically bleak introduction to her performance. The adapter and director had the distinct look of a woman in the full throes of madness, and her production
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Meeting to protest at NHS cuts
A public meeting is being held to protest at cuts in NHS services. Members of the Keep our NHS Public campaign in Brighton are organising next month's event and calling for as many people as possible to come along. The meeting has been called to highlight
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Port launches bid to store explosives
Port bosses have launched a bid to store more potentially explosive chemical fertiliser near a stretch of celebrities' homes. Up to 2,800 tonnes of ammonium nitrate could be stored at Shoreham Harbour, close to Western Esplanade, if Shoreham Port's bid
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Commuters face months of disruption
Thousands of Sussex commuters will face disruption from the end of this month as work starts on removing asbestos from Victora underground station in London. The work will be done in stages and the station will be kept open for most of the time with
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Athletics: It's gold with Backley's help
Joe Waller made a recordbreaking return to action at the Sussex Track and Field Championships - with a little help from Steve Backley. Waller missed the majority of last season with an elbow injury but proved he is fully recovered by smashing
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Speedway: Brimson will fight to keep Pedersen
Bob Brimson today told his Wolverhampton counterpart: "I'll fight tooth and nail to keep Nicki Pedersen." Grand Prix star Pedersen skippers Eastbourne Eagles tonight at Wolves (7.30), the club from whom he rides on loan. Wolves team manager Peter
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Housing charity backs Brown's 'eco towns'
A housing charity has welcomed the announcement that the Prime Minister in waiting wants to build new environmentally friendly homes. Yesterday Chancellor Gordon Brown unveiled his idea to build five new "eco towns" with up to 100,000 low carbon or carbon
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Couple face trial accused of drunken behaviour
A couple accused of drunken and threatening behaviour on board a British Airways flight bound for Jamaica are due to stand trial today. Trevor Blake, 43, and Nicola Fitzgerald, 27, from Luton, Bedfordshire, were charged following a disturbance on flight
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£8K a day on consultants
Town hall spending on private consultants has soared to almost £8,000 a day, an investigation by The Argus has revealed. Brighton and Hove City Council paid £2.9 million to consultants in 2006 - 62 per cent more than in the 2004-05 financial
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Gordon Brown visits Brighton
Gordon Brown has vowed to win back the support of Brighton and Hove's disenchanted Labour voters. The Chancellor, who is the overwhelming favourite to succeed Tony Blair as Prime Minister next month, said the city would benefit from a series of
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'Church leaders are underhand'
Religious leaders were labelled "underhand and deceitful" for planning to show prospective tenants around a landmark church under threat of closure. Campaigners fighting to save St Peter's Church in York Place, Brighton, were furious when they
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French radio station could be due an encore
Cult French radio station FIP is on the verge of a return to the Brighton and Hove airwaves. The Paris-based station attracted a massive audience in the city after a mystery fan, said to live in Hanover, grew so smitten with the quirky station
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Folk band excel on festival stage
A folk band has become the latest recipient of the coveted Argus Angel award. Albuquerque duo A Hawk And A Hacksaw were awarded the trophy, given to outstanding performers at this year's Brighton Festival and Festival Fringe events, after their
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Eco-clubbers' chance to rehash the trash
Brighton's first eco-clubbing night is taking place as part of the Festival. Designed as a challenge to the throwaway culture of modern society, all aspects of the night are based on a recycling theme. Performer Django Spears will be reworking one
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Fatboy's skate cashback plea
Fatboy Slim has asked for £12,000 he donated to a skate park to be returned, amid complaints from his neighbours that it is attracting yobs. The DJ is understood to have been told by residents around Hove Lagoon, just yards from his seafront mansion
