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Eagles celebrate win double

Eastbourne ended any lingering fears of coming bottom of the Elite League by winning twice on the same night. They came from behind to defeat Birmingham 46-44, then used an explosive start to see off Peterborough 53-43 in an Arlington double-header

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Female focus

One doesn’t tend to associate technology with spiritual experiences but an ambitious installation set to be unveiled at next weekend’s Brighton Mini Maker Faire could change that. Break The Mould invites visitors to revisit the experience of being

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Your interview: Operations director for First Capital Connect Jackie Townsend

ROB GERAGHTY, BEXHILL: When people’s wages are not increasing, how can FCC justify 4% price hikes to already inflated ticket prices? Do you think it’s fair on those people whose incomes are already squeezed and whose only option to get to work is to

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Oscar pleased with second half

Oscar Garcia praised his side’s second-half improvement against Millwall today. But he admitted Albion took too long to get into their stride. Leo Ulloa grabbed a late goal to force a 1-1 draw. Oscar said: “I think we wasted the first 45

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Only one Sussex MP votes against Syria military action, but Cameron still defeated

Sussex MPs overwhelmingly backed plans for military action in Syria - but it wasn't enough to save David Cameron from a humiliating Commons defeat. Thirteen of the county's MPs voted in favour of the Prime Minister's watered-down amendment which

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Albion talking point: Did subs make the difference?

Andrea Orlandi and Kazenga LuaLua gave Albion a shot in the arm at The Amex today. But should one of them – or both - be starting when the Seagulls return after the international break. Albion lacked width and numbers going forward in a desperately

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Ulloa grabs late leveller

Leo Ulloa grabbed a late goal to earn a point for Albion today. The striker was on hand at the far post to turn home a cross from lively sub Kazenga LuaLua as the Seagulls drew 1-1 with Millwall. His 88th-minute strike cancelled out a drilled

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Pedestrian injured in Hove accident

A pedestrian was seriously injured after being involved in a collision with a car. The accident happened at the junction of Church Road and St Aubyns in Hove, just after 10pm on Friday. The injured man, who was in his 40s, is being treated

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Barker hails 'fantastic' Crawley

Boss Richie Barker hailed his Crawley players after two goals from Gary Alexander secured a famous victory at Peterborough United. Alexander struck in each half as Reds claimed a thoroughly deserved success over a Posh side bidding for a record

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Hawks lose again

Whitehawk suffered a fourth defeat out of five in Conference south as they went down 2-0 away to Sutton United. Promoted Hawks were under the cosh in the first half when Chris Winterton excelled in goal. They fell behind in the 50th minute

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Tenth secondary school set to open in Brighton and Hove

A tenth secondary school in Brighton and Hove is preparing to open its doors after a rigorous summer of planning. King’s School is set to open on Wednesday, September 4 and will be the first secondary Free School in Brighton and the fourth secondary

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Fifteen-year-old Horsham champion is golf sensation

A golfing sensation can now call himself a national champion following his most recent victory. Fifteen-year-old Marco Penge, who lives in Horsham, continued his brilliant season by becoming the English Boys under-16 and under-15 champion.

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Fundraising gig to help get Hove speedboat victim Holly-Ann Schofield home

Friends of a woman fighting for her life after being hit by a speedboat off a Greek island held a charity gig to help her return to the UK. Holly-Ann Schofield, originally from Hove, moved to Rhodes 18 months ago and was seriously injured while

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Albion v Millwall - from The Amex

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Praise for Sand Sculpture Festival

I just wanted to let you all know how blown away I was by the work at Brighton Sand Sculpture Festival during my visit last weekend. The sculptures were truly magnificent and I loved the music theme, which in itself provided an interesting journey

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It's time the Greens stepped aside and let someone else run Brighton and Hove City Council

Again the Green Party controlling Brighton and Hove City Council has succeeded in creating farce with news they have called in mediators to heal rifts in the party (The Argus, August 24). If this scenario had been played out in a television comedy

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The Big Interview: Brighton and Hove Labour councillor Emma Daniel

Meet Emma Daniel, Brighton and Hove’s newest city councillor. A first-time Labour candidate, Ms Daniel won her Hanover and Elm Grove seat by the narrowest of margins with a huge swing from the Green Party. Before being elected, she worked

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Alexander double secures famous win for Crawley

Gary Alexander scored twice as Crawley secured a famous win by ending Peterborough’s 100% start to the season at London Road. Alexander gave Reds a deserved lead with his first league goal for the club since last September with a fine volley after

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Solar farms could be coming to a field near you

Your recent article on solar farms (The Argus, August 21) failed to recognise the experimental nature of these vast industrial sites on our land. We are reassured by supporters of the industry that over 27 years it will have no adverse impact on the

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Albion name unchanged XI

Albion have named an unchanged starting line-up as they chase a hat-trick of wins today. But Andrea Orlandi and Keith Andrews are both on the bench at home to Millwall after recovering from injury. Millwall bring back goalkeeper David Forde

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Improvements to Lewes Road have already had a big impact on safety

There is nothing frivolous or cosmetic about the improvements to Brighton’s Lewes Road as they near completion, three months ahead of schedule. The redesign of this three miles of road should have happened 17 years ago when the A27 was rerouted

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Gardener's Diary - August 31

This time of year is wonderful; the rate of growth of the plants and grass slows down and, while we’re still doing plenty in the way of maintenance in the garden, the change of pace allows us all to tackle some other garden tasks. At Uppark, these

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Hove broker who was abusive to police on a drunken Brighton night out unable to pay £400 court fine

A broker who abused police officers and told them he was a millionaire was unable to afford a court fine. Commodities broker Benjamin Gross, 24, threw money at officers and called them “lower class” during a drunken night out in Brighton

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Sinclair on bench for unchanged Crawley

New signing Emile Sinclair has to be content with a place on the bench for Crawley against former club Peterborough United today. The striker, who completed a £100,000 move from Posh on Thursday, has not played all season so Reds boss Richie Barker

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Drink-drive groom who nearly missed wedding in Hove is disqualified

A drink-drive groom who knocked down a friend hours before his wedding has been disqualified from driving. James Nutbrown, 27, failed a roadside breath-test after the collision with the 47-year-old pedestrian – who coincidentally turned out

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Mackail-Smith suffers injury setback

  Albion have been hit by a fresh injury blow.   Striker Craig Mackail-Smith has suffered an ankle injury during his recovery from a ruptured Achilles.   He was expected to return to action in October but is unlikely to be back in action

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Teen may need plastic surgery after attack in home in Ashington

A 16-year-old girl may need plastic surgery after being attacked in her home by two balaclava-clad men who pretended to be police officers. The girl was with her mother and stepfather in a quiet cul-de-sac in Ashington, West Sussex when the men

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Agustien: Not bad, can do better

Kemy Agustien reckons he has been average so far for Albion. But the Seagulls’ new No.10 is setting his sights much higher than that for himself and the team. Agustien believes they can repeat the Championship play-off success he experienced

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Young artist from Horsham gets her own exhibition

A young artist who recently completed her A-levels has already earned herself her own art exhibition. Georgia Hamp currently has a selection of her work exhibited in a gallery at The Capitol Horsham New Exhibition – a rarity for someone so

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Barker hopes more don't leave

Crawley boss Richie Barker admits he fears a late swoop for his star players before the transfer window slams shut. Reds have rejected two bids for defender Kyle McFadzean but Barker expects further interest in his players before the deadline for

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Saddle up for horseracing fun at Goodwood this weekend

Horseracing fans of the future were given an action-packed introduction to the historic sport. Goodwood Racecourse welcomed hundreds of children for a new and interactive ‘Kids Love Racing’ roadshow on Saturday and Sunday. The roadshow is designed

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East Sussex Fire and Rescue set to appeal Marlie Farm High Court ruling

Fire bosses are set to “prolong the pain” of the families of two dead firemen by trying to overturn a damning court ruling, according to a furious union. East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service faces a multimillion pound payout after a

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Whitehawk suffer a culture shock

Whitehawk boss Darren Freeman has slammed the standard of football in the Conference south. Freeman has been stunned by the physical nature of Whitehawk’s opponents in their opening four games of their debut season in the division following promotion

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Maggs glad to be back in business

John Maggs insists he still has the appetite and hunger to bring success to Hastings United despite “clocking on a bit” in years. The 70-year-old took over the reins on Monday from interim managers Terry White and Mark Stapley for the 3-1 win over

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Albion boss wants to keep Barnes

Albion head coach Oscar Garcia has reiterated his wish to keep hold of injured Ashley Barnes. The Seagulls have already knocked back interest from Championship rivals Burnley in Barnes, who is out of contract at the end of the season and is yet

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Suspected arson attacks leave trail of destruction along Brighton street

Motorcycles, cars and front gardens were set alight leaving a trail of destruction in the early hours of Friday morning in suspected arson attacks. Preston Circus Fire Station received a number of calls at 4am yesterday morning to Hartington Road

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Brighton and Hove saved by sunshine

  Sunshine has brought Sussex businesses a “multimillion pound windfall” – as the season is confirmed as one of the hottest since records began. New Met Office figures confirmed yesterday that the county had the driest summer since 1995, with