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Sussex hit by withdrawals
Sussex manager Sammy Donnelly has been hit by eight withdrawals for Wednesday’s Southern Counties Cup Competition game away to Middlesex. Whitehawk trio Ross Standen, Andy Beech and Ryan MacMillan have pulled out along with Owen Callaghan (
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Sussex mum: "Why I shopped my drug-dealing son"
A mother who made the heartbreaking decision to turn her son in to the police after he became involved with hard drugs believes she did the right thing – even though he ended up in prison. Susan Gale, 57, said she made the right decison responsible
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Three people to stand for Uckfield election
Three people will stand for a ward at the Uckfield Town Council election. Jeremy Nigel Hallett, Nick Johnston and Margaret Grace Kiloh have all be nominated to stand for New Town ward. The election takes place on Thursday. Barrie Murray, who served
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Sussex animal charities struggling
Animal charities are in danger of going under because recession-hit pet owners cannot afford vet bills. One charity is now paying out more than £10,000 a month on vet bills - double the amount it would expect. Owners across Sussex are struggling to
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Foals, Concorde 2, Brighton, Apr 10
A heaving crowd of moshers pulsed on Good Friday in anticipation of this much-hyped band. The night went without a hitch. Hits from their sophomore outing Antidotes, such as Red Socks Pugie and Balloons, were executed with acute precision and
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PJ Harvey And John Parish and Bat For Lashes, Dome Corn Exchange, Brighton, April 15 and April 16
Between the three of them, they have made two of the most intriguing records of the year so far. Now PJ Harvey and Bat For Lashes will perform on consecutive nights at the Dome, during seven that have already seen performances from former Talking
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The Blockheads, The Old Market, Hove, Apr 11
It is nine years since the death of Ian Dury but The Blockheads are still going strong, and last week they released their second studio album since the singer passed away. Four of the original line-up remain, joined by three new musicians including
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Airshow needs to clip its wings
The Eastbourne Airshow was not a great financial success last year. Bearing in mind the current economic situation, it does seem extraordinary that the council is apparently employing outside advisers to find sponsors for the show and is planning to
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Pond state
WHILE enjoying a pleasant afternoon’s rambling recently, I was horrified to discover the terrible state of Rottingdean village pond. This once-beautiful traditional lily-covered pool has been transformed into a weedy backwater that has become an unsightly
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Big thank you
I am writing to share something positive regarding the NHS and our social services. In March my aunt fell and broke her arm and one of her thumbs and gashed her face. We immediately took her to A&E at Worthing Hospital and were attended to romptly
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Not sew good
THE idea of boys learning to sew is certainly original (The Argus, March 8) but I feel that if it is not fine enough weather for them to be enjoying playing cricket or soccer, they could have some indoor exercises. That at least would go part way to counteract
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Fluoridated water the best way to conquer tooth decay
I don’t think any dentist would be surprised at The Argus headlines about the deteriorating oral health in children. Combating decay requires either well-disciplined reg-imes of oral hygiene and diet or a fluoridated water supply from birth, or preferably
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Skates on!
In response to the letter from Patricia Ginman “Keep Sussex Skating” (The Argus, April 6). As someone who remembers the ice-rink at the bottom of West Street and Brighton Tigers ice hockey team and then the ice rink which replaced it for a short time
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Save badgers
I have recently seen two Argus articles and photos of badger cubs being rescued – now followed by a letter from Pat Hayden of The Badger Trust looking for donations to pay for the upkeep and rescue of abandoned badger cubs (The Argus, April 9). The
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Right to reply
I totally disagree with Ian Slater (Letters, April 11). Councillors have as much right as anyone else to write to The Argus, expressing their views – it is part of the job we pay them for. It is perfectly proper for Labour opposition councillors to
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Damien just Wright for Sussex
Sussex today signed Australian fast bowler Damien Wright as their short-term overseas player. The 32-year-old will arrive on Friday and make his debut in Sunday's Friends Provident Trophy game against Gloucestershire. He will stand in for Yasir Arafat
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Birds of prey targeted in Sussex
Police have launched a crackdown on people who kill rare birds of prey. A no-tolerance approach has been adopted by Sussex Police after a Buzzard was poisoned and a Peregrine Falcon was shot. According to officers, the birds are targeted by egg collectors
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Trike riders taken to hospital after Polegate crash
Two trike riders were taken to hospital today after they collided with a van. The accident, which caused major traffic congestion, happened on the A27 Polegate Bypass eastbound carriageway at 1.40pm today. A spokesman for Sussex Police
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The Complete Stone Roses, Digital, Brighton, Apr 11
No one would have hoped that recent rumours of a Stone Roses reunion turned out to be false more than the Completes, as they are known. It is one thing to be a tribute band to a group that no longer exists, quite another when your mere presence on stage
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Huge spider spotted in Worthing
If you are scared of spiders, look away now. For a giant wolf spider made of metal has gone on show at Worthing Museum and Art Gallery's sculpture garden. It is the work of Paul Wells, who has put a £5,520 price-tag on the over-sized arachnid. His
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Easter Weekend Cyber Fast
A BBC news headline caught my attention in March where the Bishop of Modena called on Italians to give up text messaging for Lent. A tough demand, as anyone who has visited Italy knows that mobile phones have become a way of life, the way eating, drinking
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The worst feeling
I left for Aintree on the Friday morning at 3am. It was a long drive so a good early start was needed! Once again a huge thank-you to my employer Demelza Barnes for letting me have more time off work to compete in the race. Me and Melza were joking
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Let's get it over with, Albion
This has to have been one of the most bizarre and stressful weeks ever. Firstly, after losing away to MK Dons and looking doomed we then win away at lowly Hereford. Suddenly we have a chance of survival. Then we are at home to Swindon who we totally outclassed
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Shoreham mum sings with Ronan Keating for TV show
A dream came true for veterinary nurse Dionne Martin when she got to sing with Boyzone star Ronan Keating. The moment the pair appeared on stage together was filmed for the new BBC show Tonight's the Night. Mrs Martin, who has recently
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Crawley man dies in motorcycle crash
A Crawley man who died in a crash in Surrey on Easter Sunday has been formally identified. Wayne Edward Marden, 35, was travelling east along the A24 in Leatherhead on his red, white and blue Honda CBR 600 motorcycle when the crash happened. The
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Hastings double murder case reopened and linked to third attack
The murders of two women found strangled and burned in their flats in Hasting 11 years ago are being reinvestigated. The bodies of Clare Letchford, 40, and 70-year-old Beryl O'Connor, known as Dornie, were discovered in their homes which were
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Nurse faces being struck off for undercover filming at Brighton hospital
An undercover nurse carried out secret filming in Brighton because it was the "only option" to reveal the neglect of elderly patients on a hospital ward, a disciplinary hearing has been told. Margaret Haywood, 58, filmed at the Royal Sussex Hospital
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Worthing councillor studies traffic wardens in China
Most people go to China to visit the Forbidden City and Great Wall. But Worthing Borough Council leader Keith Mercer had a much more pressing interest on a recent visit to Beijing – parking wardens. Just before flying out to the Far East with his wife
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Green push may lead to jobs boost
Hundreds of jobs could be created in Sussex because of the Government’s push for more electric cars. Prime Minister Gordon Brown has promised that a raft of environmentally friendly measures will be announced in this month’s Budget in order to
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Pulborough farmer urges dog walkers to control their pets
A farmer has appealed to dog walkers to control their pets after two of his sheep were savaged. Chris Hodgkins lost a pregnant ewe and its unborn lamb to a dog attack. Two days later a different dog mauled a three-day-old lamb so badly that it had to
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Rates reduction to cause 'nightmare'
The last-minute reduction in business rates will result in a redtape “nightmare” for firms, with some not even bothering to apply as a result. Chancellor Alistair Darling made an 11th hour decision to cut the planned 5% increase to 2%, with the
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Albion survival hopes get big boost
FREE health checks were available at the Weston Homes Community Stadium yesterday and I am relieved to report Albion still have a pulse. In fact, their survival mission is alive and kicking, courtesy of a second successive away win and favourable
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Brighton's no traditional seaside resort
Bernard Donoghue, chairman of British Tourism Week, recently said Sussex is well placed to benefit from millions of pounds of spending by extra visitors during the recession. British holidays can be cheaper and just as much fun as trips abroad.
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Ethical clothing shops enjoy boom in sales
Sales of ethical clothing have more than quadrupled during the past five years as consumers focus on fair trade. Data analysis group Mintel said the ethical clothing market was now worth £175 million, with increasingly stylish designs and a
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Animal lover's hobby becomes successful business
BUSINESS PROFILE NAME: Ashdown Forest Llama Park BUSINESS NATURE: Visitor attraction DATE ESTABLISHED: 1996 LOCATION: Wych Cross, near Forest Row NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: 20 ANNUAL TURNOVER: £475,000 With big hair and
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Firms urged to join work placement scheme
EMPLOYERS are being encouraged to take part in a leading work placement programme for students. The Shell Step programme places more than 600 undergraduates with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) every summer. This year, as unemployment
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Swim star backs new campaign
SWIMMING star Karen Pickering is backing a campaign for employers to support the nation’s elite athletes. The Brighton-born world champion, who swam at four consecutive Olympic Games from 1992, called on businesses to support a new initiative
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Water bosses apologise to Lancing sewage street residents
Water bosses have apologised to residents whose bank holiday was ruined by a burst sewage main. People living in the West Way area of Lancing spent four days living with stinking slime covering their cars and gardens. Their ordeal started on Thursday
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Set plays vital to Albion survival chances
ALBION boss Russell Slade reckons set pieces can be key to his side’s fate this season. The Seagulls moved to within three points of safety as Lloyd Owusu headed home a Gary Borrowdale free-kick to beat Colchester yesterday. Slade, whose side scored
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Ed Harcourt, Fairtrade Gallery, Brighton, Apr 11
With a tour schedule taking in an enormous list of American cities, Ed Harcourt’s brief live return to Britain satisfied his taste for the intimate venue. The Fairtrade Gallery’s warm, candlelit confines and friendly atmosphere were perfectly conducive
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Play-off dream fades for Crawley
WHEN Dannie Bulman, the energetic heartbeat of their side, is running on empty, Crawley know they have problems. The midfielder was not the only player in a red shirt who struggled to summon up any inspiration as their play-off challenge effectively
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Brighton bus driver en-route to book success
A bus driver is en-route to self-publishing success after completing his first book and getting a major national retailer to sell it. Robin Oram, a driver for Brighton and Hove Bus Company, has self-published his dark fantasy called Solomon's Angel.
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Gaffer Garry deserves top award
Jay Lovett insists Garry Wilson should be a contender for the manager of the season award after Eastbourne Borough completed their fifth double of the campaign. Lovett scored his first goal in Blue Square premier as Grays joined Stevenage, Lewes, Northwich
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Albion survival hopes get big boost
FREE health checks were available at the Weston Homes Community Stadium yesterday and I am relieved to report Albion still have a pulse. In fact, their survival mission is alive and kicking, courtesy of a second successive away win and favourable results
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Recycling headache in Brighton
Homeowners are being left in a muddle over when to put out their recycling after collectors repeatedly failed to turn up on the right day. Residents in Rushlake Road in Coldean, Brighton, say that since their collection day was swapped from Friday to
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Rooks boss is proud of his teenage talent
STEVE IBBITSON hailed his young side after Lewes suffered a cruel 2-1 defeat away to Ebbsfleet. The Rooks finished the game with seven teenagers on the pitch after losing key duo Joe Keehan and Chris Breach with ankle injuries. On the back of successive
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Car torched at Brighton allotments
Thieves drove a car through the gates of an allotment site in Brighton before torching it. The Ford Escort was driven into Roedale allotments, off Golf Drive in Hollingdean, Brighton, early this morning. Firefighters were called to the
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Owusu: We can escape the drop
Lloyd Owusu believes the great escape is on for Albion after one of the most important goals of his career. Owusu’s second-half header from a Gary Borrowdale free-kick earned a precious 1-0 victory at mid-table Colchester yesterday.
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Man on wife murder trial
A man will go on trial today charged with stabbing his wife to death. Cassandra Hasanovic, 24, was declared dead at hospital after police were called to a property in Normanton Avenue, Bognor, on July 29 last year. Her husband, Serbian-born
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Sussex high streets risk spiralling into “ghost towns”, warns the Government
High streets in Sussex risk spiralling into “ghost towns” unless local councils take action to convert boarded-up shops into community facilities, the Government will say today. Communities Secretary Hazel Blears will announce moves to give
