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Open day at well-being centre in Hove
A clinic is changing its name and holding an open day. The Acupuncture Clinic in Portland Road, Hove, is changing its name to The Wellbeing Centre on June 2. To celebrate, the firm is welcoming members of the public for a taster day, classes
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Basic road maintenance has to be prioritised over added extras
While on my way to work recently, I was doing my usual impression of a drunk driver in trying to avoid the numerous potholes when the travel news came on BBC Sussex. It was advising of delays caused by contractors laying “anti-skid” tarmac. Can
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Sussex Boat owners urged to carry out safety checks
Boat owners are being urged to carry out vital safety checks to ensure their boats are safe from fire and carbon monoxide poisoning before heading back on the water this summer. The Environment Agency is driving home the message as part of Boat
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Sussex mum of eight guilty of £350,000 benefit fraud
A mother-of-eight has been found guilty of fraudulently receiving more than £350,000 in benefits and tax credits by claiming some of her children had disabilities and conditions. Amanda Webber, who lives in Sussex, was responsible for one of the
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A sense of resignation: council onlookers speak out
I write in response to the letter from Victor Roman (The Argus, May 16) about the ongoing refuse situation in Brighton. I support all you say of our bin men, Victor; they truly are important workers, along with our street cleansing operators and
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Plans for rooftop gardens in Brighton and Hove
Gardens on rooftops and community vegetable patches have been included in nearly half of plans for new homes in Brighton and Hove. An innovative move by Brighton and Hove City Council and not-for-profit food policy organisation Food Matters saw
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How's that for some change! Archaeologists discover 700-year-old coin in Lewes dig
A historic coin that dates back more than 700 years has been excavated at an archaeological dig. Members of the Sussex Archaeological Society unearthed an Edward I silver farthing during the Battle of Lewes metal detecting survey on Sunday, May
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Seven-year-old Jake becomes detective and helps reunite Brighton mum with precious snaps
A mother feared precious photos of the birth of her second child had been lost in the wind – only for a stranger to track her down almost a year later. Michelle Palmer lost her memory card while on West Wittering beach. But she was reunited
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Solar power is a step back - coal is the way forward...
I read recently that a company called Susenco (The Sustainable Energy Company) from Oxford is apparently seeking planning permission to turn 72 acres of rural greenbelt farmland near Berwick, East Sussex, an area of outstanding natural beauty at the
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ARGUS ANGEL WINNER: You Left Me In The Dark, Old Police Cells Museum, Brighton, May 22
Taking inspiration from Chekhov’s The Seagull, Spun Glass Theatre’s production took place in the post-apocalyptic inner world of two women romantically involved with the same man. Set in the perfect venue of the Old Police Cells Museum beneath
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Transit, The Warren, Brighton, until June 1, Call 01273 917272
Most theatrical productions aim to take you on a journey. The company performing Transit called this offering “stunningly visual physical theatre”. I wouldn’t go quite as far as giving it that description. To do so evokes outstanding, mind-blowing
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Winners And Losers, Brighton Dome Studio Theatre, until May 24, call 01273 709709
What starts off as a light-hearted after-dinner drinking game – pick a random subject and choose if it’s a winner or a loser – turns increasingly personal in this European premiere by long-time friends, and Canadians (I mention this because they refer
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The Flaming Lips, Brighton Dome Concert Hall, May 22
The difference between The Flaming Lips at the Brighton Centre in 2006 and their Brighton Festival show could be summed up by one thing – black confetti. Whereas the band’s At War With The Mystics tour was a two-hour party, the show to support
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Eastbourne father and son councillors set to become Chinese television stars
Chinese television is to feature two independent councillors on the small screen. After the 2013 East Sussex County Council elections, China Central Television came to film the newly re-elected father and son Stephen and Daniel Shing, who represent
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Political coup to oust Brighton and Hove council leader fails
A political coup to oust a council leader has failed after opposition parties refused to back plotters from the city's ruling party. Rebel members of the Green administration on Brighton and Hove City Council today failed in a bid to replace Jason
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The Treason Show, Sabai Pavilion, Brighton, May 22
The Treason Show brought their inimitable blend of political satire and observational comedy to the Sabai Pavilion this month and they were on great form. Gove, Cameron – and less expectedly Patrick Moore – were all given the Treason treatment,
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Seth Lakeman, Connaught Theatre, Worthing, May 22
Imagine a musical performance which is just that – a show with sinister tones, tunes with atmospheric riffs and body language to match. Seth Lakeman’s show was more than just a music gig. The red, yellow and blue lights flashing on the stage added
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Tory vision of co-operatives is just privatisation
In response to Conservative councillor Andrew Wealls’s letter (The Argus, May 17), the Tory vision of a co-op is, in reality, a wolf in sheep’s clothing. True co-operatives are majority or wholly owned by members. Under the Tory definition
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Squatting law persecutes the poor
So Mike Weatherley MP wants to extend his law on squatting to include commercial properties. Why is he wasting the valuable time of our Prime Minister David Cameron? Surely, this clause should have been included in the original Green and White
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Bin backlog in Brighton and Hove 'like living in Victorian era'
Householders who have not had their bins collected for four weeks have compared it to living in Victorian England. Residents in Brighton and Hove continued to complain about the backlog caused by Cityclean workers on unofficial strike action.
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Teens sick of 'uncool' clothes design their own T-shirts - now A-list love them
These trendy teenagers were sick of wearing “uncool” clothes made by adults – so they decided to design their own. Twins Sydney and Fred Link and their friend Alfie Caoty launched their own clothing company last year, called Faith. The boys
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Sussex thrash Somerset to go top
Sussex completed an emphatic victory over Somerset at Horsham to go top of division one of the County Championship. Sussex wrapped up an innings and 116-run victory shortly after lunch to bring a thoroughly one-sided contest to an end inside two
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Two taken to hospital after wall collapses in Eastbourne
A wall has collapsed at a building site. Firefighters and paramedics were called to Seaside Road, Eastbourne, shortly after noon today. An East Sussex Fire and Rescue spokeswoman said: “We attended reports a wall had collapsed and fallen
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Paedophile teacher told police he was looking at them for 'research'
A paedophile teacher found with 14,500 sick images of children told police he was looking at them for research purposes – so he could get them taken down from the Internet. But science master Melvyn Carter, who taught at East Sussex County Council-run
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How can council sheep tell between wild flowers and grass?
When flocks of sheep were introduced to our local green places, one of the reasons given for doing this was so that the sheep could munch away the unwanted growth, thus replacing the need for mechanical mowing. This would still allow the wild flowers
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Jury ask for more evidence at Albion players sex trial
The jury in the trial of Albion players George Barker, Anton Rodgers, Lewis Dunk and former Seagulls defender Steve Cook has asked to see further evidence. The 12 people asked Judge Christopher Moss if they could see Ben Sampayo's statement to
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Brighton and Hove bus drivers could face shorts ban
Bus drivers could be banned from wearing shorts as a way to make them look smarter. For years Brighton and Hove Bus Company has allowed its staff to bare their legs when they are sat behind the wheel. Some workers claim it is comfier in the
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Your say: Are seagulls our friend or foe?
In today's Argus we report on East Sussex Fire and Rescue and the RSPCA criticised the use of seagull nets after one was used on a Worthing roof. Two gulls died in the net. We want to know what you think on seagulls. Are they a pleasant
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Watch sold out Brighton Festival performance online
Tuesday night’s sold out performance of Cancel the Apocalypse is available to stream online. The future of the world economy and climate debate was staged in Brighton Dome’s Studio Theatre. Author Andrew Simms chaired the talk, which was based
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A cycling test wouldn't be a benefit
It is slightly disturbing that people such as David Williams (Letters, May 20) can come out with such a profound statement that it’s “high time cyclists were tested in the same way as motorists”. Perhaps the police should be more forthcoming with
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Rooftop seagull nets used at Worthing home slammed
A firefighter and animal cruelty charity have criticised the use of rooftop seagull netting after the death of two birds this week. Fire crews in Worthing were called to Edgehill Close on Monday after reports of a seagull entangled in netting on
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Festival: two for one offer for Stand Up for Labour
Today’s two-for-one ticket offer is for comedy gig Stand Up For Labour. The fundraising night, which is being held on Saturday, will feature four stand-up comedians along with two party speakers. The Old Market Theatre, in Upper Market Street
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Community must rise to the challenge of St James’s Street
Now that our “knight in shining armour”, dear Mike Dalley, has passed away (March 1, 2013), will anyone continue to champion St James’s Street in Brighton? I shudder to think what visitors to our city make of this street as it is now. Outside
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Police warn people to be on guard following oil thefts
Police are warning people to be on their guard following a spate of fuel and heating oil thefts in rural areas including Lewes. A Sussex Police statement said: “These thefts have been from both industrial and residential properties. If you store
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Wanted man believed to be in Brighton
A wanted man is believed to have fled one seaside resort for another. Raymond Whittock, 60, of Blackpool, was arrested by Lancashire Police on August 17 last year on suspicion of possession of indecent images of children. He was due to answer bail
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Reap what you sow - join in harvest fun
A community group is inviting people to reap a share of its organic harvest by helping to grow it. Fork and Dig It set up its popular Veg Share two years ago as Brighton’s first Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) scheme. CSAs are a way for
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Woman arrested on suspicion of stealing from Seaford charity shop
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of stealing from a charity shop. A woman was seen acting suspiciously in the Cancer Research UK Shop in Broad Street, Seaford, on Tuesday. Seaford Sergeant Stuart Mullins said: "I want to assure the public
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Hove hospice on the lookout for volunteers
A hospice is on the lookout for volunteers. Martlets Hospice is holding an event to recruit new volunteers on June 6 as part of Volunteer Week. The information day will be a chance to talk to other volunteers, find out what the charity offers
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Candidates put themselves forward to push out Green MP Caroline Lucas
Candidates have put themselves forward as potential contenders to oust the country’s first Green MP. Retired lecturer Kusum Parashar, National Secular Society council member Anne Marie Waters and Purna Sen, of the London School of Economics, have
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Man killed after being struck on A27 in Worthing named as Ryan Chapman
A man killed in a crash on the A27 has been named locally as Ryan Chapman. Mr Chapman, 29, died yesterday after being struck by a lorry on Tuesday on the A27 in Worthing. Tributes have been paid on www.theargus.co.uk, Facebook at the roadside
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Sussex v Somerset LIVE
Hoping I have more luck with the internet today than yesterday. Shame as it was a corker of a game yesterday so it would have been nice to bring you updates on it. Probably the best bowling spell I have ever seen from Magoffin who was simply unplayable
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Outgoing mayor takes to stage
The departing mayor of Brighton and Hove appears to already have one eye on the future – after making his acting debut at the Fringe. Councillor Bill Randall, who officially vacates the post today, stunned audience members when he walked on set
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Speakers for key debate on King Alfred confirmed
Speakers for a debate on the future of a key redevelopment site have been confirmed. Up to 250 people are expected to attend an event on the King Alfred Leisure Centre, organised by Hove MP Mike Weatherley. It will take place tomorrowat Hove
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Daily Fringe Blog - Wednesday 22nd May - Press and Release
I have just been to Press and Release at the Phoenix Art Gallery. Press and Release is a charming and engaging exhibition. I really enjoyed the tactile nature of delving into artists' books. There is such a wide range of styles and subjects I’m sure
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Gus 'could be a hit at Stoke'
Stoke City have been told Gus Poyet could be the man to lead a footballing revolution if they pursue him for their vacant manager’s job. The Albion boss – currently under suspension by the Seagulls – is being linked with a move to the Potters.
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Bedroom tax campaigner threatened with eviction
A campaigner against the “bedroom tax” is one of the first people threatened with eviction from a council home – just weeks after officials promised they would intervene if anybody faced losing their property due to the controversial policy. Brighton
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Police warn - do not approach men wanted in connection with Hove shooting murder
Police last night warned residents not to approach the man they believe gunned down a father of two in the street. Officers have not recovered the weapon used to shoot dead 31-year-old scaffolder Xhem “Jim” Krasniqi in Church Street, Hove, on Saturday
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Slump in the number of Sussex beaches receiving Blue Flag awards
Sussex beaches have recorded a dramatic slump in the number achieving Blue Flag status. West Wittering and Littlehampton Coastguard beaches will fly the prestigious flag again thissummer, but Bognor Regis East, Brighton’s West Street andHove Lawns
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Get excited Mayniacs - Conor Maynard is headlining at Brighton festival
Brighton pop star Conor Maynard will be performing at the city’s newest one-day festival. The 20-year-old will be at SD2 at Stanmer Park on Sunday, September 29. Also on the bill will be girl group The Saturdays and boy band The Wanted.
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Runaway racoon returns to East Sussex zoo after three weeks
A racoon who has been on the run for three weeks has found her way back to a zoo in East Sussex. Bandit the racoon went missing from Drusillas Park three weeks ago, after jumping an electric fence, but returned of her own accord. Bandit absconded
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Bank holiday roadworks
A series of road closures have been announced ahead of the bank holiday weekend. West Sussex County Council will be treating a number of routes by coating a layer of bitumen and adding hard stone chippings. The roads which are scheduled to
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Council in row over car parking in Worthing
A council could be sued for hundreds of thousands of pounds because it wants to reclaim town parking. Private car parking contractor NCP is seeking compensation worth £600,000 after Worthing Borough Council ended its decade-long parking agreement
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TV sitcom's 'Malcolm' to judge Sussex's musicians
The star of American TV sitcom Malcolm in the Middle will perform for budding Sussex musicians taking part in a talent show. Frankie Muniz, who played the lead character in the show, will be visiting S’Kool Fest with his band Kingsfoil. The
