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Candlelit vigil in Crawley for those who have died in the face of benefit cuts

In the wake of Lee Robinson, the Crawley man who killed himself after losing benefits (The Argus, September 3), a candlelit vigil in Crawley Memorial Gardens will be held on Friday, September 6, at 8pm in memory of those who have died as a result of

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North Portslade: never mind a phone mast, what about the school we have?

North Portslade councillor Penny Gilbey (Letters, August 26) writes that, despite her objections supported by Brighton and Hove City Council, the South Downs National Park planning authority has granted permission to replace a mobile phone mast at

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... At least I live in Brighton!

In response to Adam Trimingham’s article titled, “The worst resort? No, we’re the best,” (The Argus, August 28), I totally agree. I am Brighton born and bred and proud to live in our cosmopolitan, vibrant and sunny seaside city. When I moved

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Diner in row with Hove restaurant over tip policy

A mother claims she has been banned from her favourite family restaurant after she refused to pay the service charge. Julia Casson, of Hove, has taken a stand at Italian restaurant Otello in Church Road, Hove, after being told waiters don&rsquo

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The road is the wrong place for screaming children to be playing

Several of my friends and their neighbours have their evenings ruined by screaming children outside their homes, so we were pleased to see the report by Tim Ridgway (The Argus, August 27). In North Portslade there is a park on Chalky Road, yet

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Looking back: Ceremonial display of affection at St Peter's Church in Brighton

The altar of St Peter’s has been a spot where hundreds of couples have exchanged their wedding vows. Its stained glass windows and high vaulted ceilings have been the backdrop for the happiest moments of peoples’ lives. With space

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The bus service along the coast road is certainly not the worst

I refer to Mr Ayres’s comments about coast road bus services from Brighton (Letters, August 29). I apologise for any delays people have experienced when using our buses during the busiest periods this summer. To put this in context, we have continued

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Bognor man first in country jailed for not giving police his password

A man has become the first person in the county to be prosecuted for failing to tell police officers a computer password. Mark Matthews, of Queensway, Bognor, was sentenced on Friday to a total of eight months imprisonment over offences relating

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Orlandi aims for full fitness

Andrea Orlandi has admitted he needs to build his fitness during the international break. But the Albion star has fingers crossed his mysterious knee problems are over. Orlandi impressed as a half-time substitute against Millwall at The Amex

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Authorities stand by ban on schoolgirl victim contacting jailed former teacher Jeremy Forrest

A petition has been set up arguing for a convicted paedophile to be able see his victim. It centres on jailed former Bishop Bell teacher Jeremy Forrest, who ran off to France with a schoolgirl. He is currently serving a five-and-a-half year

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Remembering Sussex cricket's Tony Millard

The recent passing of Tony Millard will evoke many memories for sports fans across Sussex (The Argus, August 26). Mine come from my experience of being involved in the Sussex cricket league for the past three seasons. On the occasions when

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An egg in my pot, left by a fox

Reading recent stories about people finding eggs in their gardens (Letters, August 23), I have one to add. About three months ago I was dead-heading plants in a garden tub when I thought a big stone had appeared out of the compost. On dusting

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Bid to keep man tried in ‘Babes in the Wood’ case Russell Bishop in jail

The man cleared of two of Britain’s most infamous unsolved murders – but convicted of the attempted killing of a seven-year-old girl – could be released from jail as early as next year. In 1987 Russell Bishop was cleared of murdering

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Town hall HQ to go up for sale for £9m in face of cuts

A town hall headquarters on a prime seafront site is to be sold off for £9 million in a cost-cutting move. As it looks to save money in the face of Government cuts Brighton and Hove City Council will agree a radical proposal to market the

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A new pier design could take on some Richard Rogers inspiration

Rob Heale makes a good case for a new pier in Brighton (Letters, August 29). A visit to the Richard Rogers exhibition Inside Out at the Royal Academy in London might provide inspiration. A hybrid of his early Zip Up House on stilts and a recent

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Midwife who was previously investigated at Conquest and St Leonards Hospitals faces new claims

A midwife is being investigated for the second time over new claims she failed to notice an unborn baby’s heart rate was rapidly dropping. Tracy Turner, who only had working conditions revoked in December 2012, was last month banned from practising

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Protesters banned from gathering at certain areas in Balcombe after police impose orders

Protesters have been banned from gathering at ‘nominated areas’ at Balcombe. It follows an incident today when a protester closed the road for five hours after climbing at a tripod. Campaigners against fracking have now been told that they

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Sussex crash to record defeat at Durham

Sussex's slim title hopes are over after they suffered one of the heaviest defeats in the club's history. Durham romped to a 285 run victory at Chester-le-Street before tea on the third day after bowling Sussex out for just 116 in their second

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Land near Bear Road used to support frogs, birds and butterflies - and now nothing

With regard to S Grimstone’s letter (August 27) regarding the early mowing of fields in August, destroying valuable areas for wildlife, I have to agree. An area near the Bear Road cemeteries in Brighton, which is council-owned, was also cut in

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A&E waiting times are dropping at Royal Sussex County Hospital

Waiting times at a busy hospital accident and emergency department are improving. The Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton came under increased pressure earlier this year as it struggled to cope with a high number of patients and a shortage

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Red telephone boxes had a very different role...

A recent correspondent waxed lyrical over the plight of red telephone boxes (Letters, August 27). They certainly are part of the urban landscape. I remember in the 1970s “ladies of the night” using lads to put their cards with phone numbers

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Man on tripod causes traffic chaos at fracking camp

A protester climbed up a tripod at Balcombe - causing drivers travelling along the 60mph to swerve around it. The B2036 London Road is currently closed, causing serious traffic disruption in the area. A Sussex Police spokesman said: "The tripod

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Rate relief on empty shops in Brighton and Hove to boost jobs

Thousands of jobs could be created in a new initiative to breathe life into empty shops and offices. More than 500 vacant properties across Brighton and Hove could qualify for a new type of rate relief. The new Empty Property Occupation Discount

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Petrolhead nearly crushed by his own vintage car in Ashington

A petrolhead was nearly crushed by his own two-ton vintage car when it rolled onto his chest. The man, in his 40s, became trapped under his old American car that he was working on in Ashington on Wednesday morning. It is believed that the car

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Derby fans banned for three years after Albion homophobic abuse

Two football fans have been banned from attending matches for three years after admitting shouting homophobic chants at Albion supporters. Shane Davies (25) and Daniel Davies (20), both of Bridge Road, Brough, North Humberside, were arrested on

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I’d pick a European immigrant over a British worker any day...

I fully agree with the comments made by TV chef Jamie Oliver, who has said how “lazy” he feels British workers can be (The Argus, August 29). I’ve been in the catering industry for 35 years, employing hundreds of people to work in my public houses

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Open verdict after fatal fall at Brighton hostel

The death of a man who plunged half naked through the plastic roof of a backpackers’ hostel has been described as “bizarre” by a coroner. Ian Timothy Brown, 48, known as Tim, suffered severe head injuries in the 20-foot fall at

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'Lying and messy' poor sent by God to test us, says Brighton priest

A complaining priest claims “lying” poor people have been sent by God to “test my holiness”. Father Ray Blake condemned “messy” street drinkers, who enter his church to plead for money, branding one an “irritating little b*****d”. But the controversial

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A proper diving platform for Brighton's tombstoners might actually bring us some credibility

Since moving to Brighton last year, my wife and I have enjoyed life here immensely. We are very happy. One thing I have noticed is young people having to dive or jump off seafront groynes and into shallow water, known as “tombstoning”, causing

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Littlehampton singer makes final pick of choirmaster Gareth Malone’s latest project

A professional singer has made it into the final pick of choirmaster Gareth Malone’s latest project. Fraser Moyle, 24, of Littlehampton was selected as a baritone for chart-topping Mr Malone’s brand new choir, Gareth Malone’s

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Twitchers spot extremely rare ‘Butcher bird’ in Rottingdean

A rare bird spotted in Sussex just three times in four years has been sighted in Rottingdean. The red-backed shrike has been spotted by eagle-eyed bird watchers in Blazehill Road. The spotted bird, slightly larger but slimmer than a house sparrows

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Indie moo-vie starring Hailsham farmer gets gala screening at Firle on Film

Here's a film star you might not have “herd” about but is bound to be a big hit. Ida the dairy cow was one of those owned by Hailsham farmer Steve Hook featured in indie documentary The Moo Man. The unruly milkers and their maverick farmer

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Film Diary 2013: Upstream Colour

Nine years ago Shane Carruth appeared on the indie film scene with Primer, costing $7,000, it went on to win the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival and has since become a cult hit. This has burdened Carruth's follow-up with an almost unprecedented

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Brighton digital festival has city buzzing

The Brighton Digital Festival, a month long festival of digital culture, has taken over the city with an amazing 169 events. From 12 Tiny Games and the pop video event SoundScreen, to Swimming with Plankton in 3D at the Booth Museum, the festival

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Taxi driver mounts pavement and strikes three pedestrians in Brighton centre

A taxi driver mounted the pavement and ploughed into a number of pedestrians in a busy city centre. No one was seriously hurt but at least three people were struck by the Peugeot yesterday, at the bottom of Dyke Road, Brighton. Witnesses said

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Oscar only has eyes for Albion

Oscar Garcia has admitted he was proud to be wanted by a top-flight Spanish club. But he has stressed his long-term commitment to Albion. Albion rebuffed Osasuna’s approach for Oscar on Tuesday night after the Pamplona-based club put him top

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Search for mystery Brighton wedding picture couple

They thought the benches along Brighton’s promenade would make a perfect spot for a wedding picture after tying the knot in the city’s bandstand. A polite couple already resting on the seat offered to move to make sure they did not spoil the picture

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Toddler seriously injured after being hit by car

A toddler was seriously injured after being hit by a car. The three-year-old was taken to Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, suffering serious but not life-threatening injuries. Emergency services were called to a carpark on Hazelwick

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Elderly man, 91, locked in public toilets in Shoreham

A 91-year-old man was accidentally locked in public toilets last night.  The elderly gentleman was using the toilets in West Street, Shoreham, when cleaners locked up without checking the cubicles. Luckily the man had a mobile phone and was

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Pevensey driver with 24 points on licence still driving

A driver with 24 points on his licence after being caught speeding six times in two weeks is still on the road. The motorist from Pevensey totted up the points between September 30 and October 13 last year. But according the Institute of Advanced

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Car destroyed by suspected arson in Preston Park

A car was completely destroyed in a suspected arson attack. The Silver Nissan was parked on Preston Park Avenue. Firefighters were called out at about 1am this morning. They used one hose reel to tackle the blaze.

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Brighton's trendy WI looks for a new home

The Brighton and Hove Women's Institute is looking for a new home for its erotic writing workshops, life drawing and beer tasting sessions.  Emma Whittaker, who has been involved with the Brighton Belles group since its inception four years ago

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St Leonard's vet made £200,000 of fake surgery insurance claims

A veterinary surgeon who conned three insurers out of almost £200,000 has been jailed for two years. Matthew Morgan, who worked in St Leonards, had previously admitted to making a total of 53 bogus insurance claims to four insurers – Direct Line

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East Grinstead home severely damaged in fire

Firefighters battled a blaze last night which caused severe damage to a home in East Grinstead. The first floor of the residential home was 100% severely damaged by the blaze, while the ground floor was 70% damaged by water. The roof was also

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Baby hedgehog used as football by Eastbourne yobs

A baby hedgehog was subjected to a horrific attack after thugs kicked the animal around like a football. The youths had a kick-about with the prickly animal in a children's playground in Victoria Gardens, Eastbourne. Local residents who witnessed

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Birling Gap staircase opens

Children brought their buckets and spades for an afternoon on the beach to celebrate the official opening of a popular seaside destination. Polegate Children’s Centre was invited by Wealden District Council and the National Trust to Birling Gap