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Luck of the draw
Chris Riddell leads what some consider a double life – not only is he an award-winning children’s book creator but he is also a political cartoonist for The Observer. From a garden shed at the bottom of his Preston Park home he conjures ogres in
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Raiders lose at Knights
Worthing Raiders lost 38-17 at Doncaster Knights in National One today despite a spirited second-half fightback. Rob Smith and Finlay Coxon-Smith went over for Raiders after the break. Report and pictures in The Argus on Monday
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Oscar so proud as Albion win
Oscar Garcia said he was proud of his Albion side as they completed a great week. Oscar’s injury-hit side came from a goal down to beat Bolton 3-1 at The Amex. The result came hot on the heels of pleasing 0-0 draws at Reading and QPR in the
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The Argus' Labour conference diary - day one
Every day Tim Ridgway, local government reporter for The Argus, will bring you snippets of conference life from behind the security fence. There's not much love shown to Brighton Pavilion's MP Caroline Lucas from many Labour activsts locally.
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UKIP man slams Balcombe protesters and Green MP Caroline Lucas
Balcombe's anti-fracking campaigners are “eco- freaks, ” “rent-a-mob pro- testers” and “swampies” while Caroline Lucas “sub- verts residents proper concerns for her own political ends”. The accusations, delivered by UKIP’s energy spokesman Roger
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Barker: Decision making let us down
Boss Richie Barker blamed poor decision making as Crawley were held to a 1-1 draw at Colchester United. Emile Sinclair scored his first goal for Reds to cancel out Freddie Sears's opener but otherwise the visitors struggled to create chances.
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Albion talking point: So how far can this team go?
Albion have got that monkey off their backs at last. The Seagulls are celebrating a come-from-behind win tonight - for the first time in more than two years. Their 3-1 success over Bolton was their first comeback victory in 90 or 120 minutes
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It's bedlam as Albion win
Albion capped their busy week in perfect style – thanks to six minutes of bedlam at The Amex. The Seagulls scored in the 52nd, 56th and 57th minutes to see off lowly Bolton 3-1. Victory came hot on the heels of pleasing draws at Reading and
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Looking forward to a new history centre in The Keep
I understand the new history research centre in Falmer (The Keep) is due to open to the public in the coming weeks. It is with this in mind that I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the help Mr Paul Jordan and his staff have given
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Crawley stretch unbeaten run to four games
Crawley came from behind to claim a point for the second week in a row as they drew 1-1 at Colchester United. Freddie Sears had given Colchester the lead after just six minutes but Emile Sinclair equalised 13 minutes before half-time with his first
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Hove 2015 candidate asks Labour delegates to "respect" Brighton
Labour activists in Brighton and Hove have welcomed their party colleagues to the city – with one potential MP politely asking they respect the place. About 10,000 delegates from across the country are expected to visit for the annual event.
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Blocked drains could bring compensation claims
I was appalled to read about residents reporting blocked storm drains (Letters, September 19), with one council official saying it was “not urgent enough”. Not only is it a health hazard but also, when the autumn rains arrive, flooding then becomes
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Little substance behind Green achievments
There is a great deal in the list of Green achievements (The Argus, September 14) that either had cross-party support, as with the Rugby World Cup, or which Brighton and Hove City Council should be doing under any party’s leadership, such as bringing
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Deaf duo from Northbrook College defy odds to gain their degrees
Two deaf students have defied the odds by graduating from Northbrook College Sussex with creative degrees as they look to take the next step in their lives. Andrew Mayes and Jason Gogos were supported along the way by the Worthing college’s sensory
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Ed Miliband pledges to end bedroom tax for disabled Rye man Neil
Opposition leader Ed Miliband put the bedroom tax at the top of the agenda in a 'town hall'-style speech in Brighton today. The leader is in the city for the Labour Party Conference and fielded questions in New Road, near the Royal Pavilion Gardens
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Albion v Bolton - from The Amex
4:56pm 3-1 #bhafc and big three points for makeshift side. Calde's goal nice way to celebrate 150th appearance for the club. — @AndyNaylorArgus 21 September 2013 4:54pm
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Ince starts, Conway on bench
Rohan Ince is back in midfield for Albion today – but new boy Craig Conway will have to wait to impress home fans. Ince replaces the ineligible Keith Andrews as the Seagulls take on winless Bolton at The Amex. His anticipated return is one
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Sussex placed in group of death
Sussex have been put in the group of death for the new 50-over competition next season. The county have been put in Group B along with both 40-over finalists from this summer - Glamorgan and Nottinghamshire - along with traditionally powerful one-day
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Taxation through central government not the fairest way
Richard Szypulski believes the fairest way to finance local government is to abolish local taxes altogether, with central government picking up the bill, paid out of general taxation (Letters, September 14). Considering this extra tax burden will
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Your interview: Chief executive of The Sussex Beacon Simon Dowe
GEOFFREY ORTON, email: How do you think attitudes and perceptions about HIV have changed since Beacon first started 21 years ago? SIMON DOWE (SD): Attitudes and perceptions haven’t changed enough and there are still high levels of stigma attached
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Sinclair to make Crawley debut
Emile Sinclair will make his full debut for Crawley in today's clash with Colchester United at the Weston Homes Community Stadium. Sinclair has been on the bench for all three games since joining from Peterborough United last month, making two
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Local author brings glamorous film-shoot to Brighton
A glamorous film-shoot is taking place in Brighton this week, starring British television’s Terri Dwyer and Brian Capron. The short film, The Left-Hand Path, is a supernatural thriller written by local author Louise Pennington, based on her erotic
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Looking for connections with the seaside Daddy-Long-Legs
I am a freelance writer, researching the history of the Brighton and Rottingdean Seashore Electric Railway, better known in the 19th century as the Daddy-Long-Legs. It opened in 1896, ran from Brighton to Rottingdean and was unusual for running
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Top policeman defends pressure point tactics used at Balcombe fracking protest
The Chief Constable of Sussex has defended police tactics used to control anti-fracking protesters as he was grilled by Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Katy Bourne. Mrs Bourne asked Chief Constable Martin Richards to explain the use of police
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Sherlock Holmes... The Death And Life, Connaught Theatre, Worthing, Sep 18
Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous creation was brought to life – along with Watson, Moriarty, Inspector Lestrade and Mrs Hudson – by Roger Llewellyn in this highly entertaining one-man show. The actor leapt effortlessly from role to role. Writer David
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I’m 61 years old and earning a pittance but can’t get a bus pass
I read your article about smartcards for young bus passengers (The Argus, September 16), enabling them to travel for free over more periods than before. Brighton and Hove City Council is able to find funds for this scheme, yet the goalposts seem
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Hundreds gather in Lewes to say goodbye to "king of the bonfire" Keith Austin
Hundreds of mourners lined the streets to say farewell to a community hero. Lewes said goodbye to king of the bonfire Keith Austin as he took part in a final procession through the town yesterday, his coffin carried on a bell cart. Members
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Bruno sets sights on home win
Bruno has urged Albion not to waste their good work on the road against Bolton Wanderers at The Amex today. The injury-ravaged Seagulls return home from 0-0 draws against relegated Queens Park Rangers and Reading. Fit-again Bruno says a repeat
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Labour Party Conference comes to Brighton but do we want it?
For the next five days the world’s gaze will fall on Brighton and Hove. From MPs to journalists, lobbyists to grassroots members, about 10,000 delegates are expected to attend the Labour Party’s national annual conference. Tourism bosses claim
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Person hit by train in Polegate
A person has been hit by a train at Polegate station. Southern Rail confirmed there are no trains between Eastbourne and Lewes until further notice as a result of the incident.
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UPDATE: Female dies and three injured after collision near Chichester
A female has died following a collision early this morning. She was pronounced dead after a Silver Vauxhall Astra with four occupants lost control at around 6.45am. The A285 Halnaker, near Chichester, remained closed this afternoon. Three
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David issues Bolton warning
Spanish Dave has warned against a Bolton backlash on Spanish Day. Albion favourite David Lopez is pleased with how the side negotiated away trips to Reading and QPR. But he reckons things get no easier against bottom side Bolton at The Amex
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Reds duo told they have a part to play
Crawley boss Richie Barker has assured Sergio Torres and Connor Essam they still have big roles to play at the Checkatrade.com Stadium. Essam has yet to feature at all for Reds this season while Torres has been on the pitch for just six minutes
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Bluebell Railway project leader's tireless work makes him Local Hero
The dedication of this week’s Local Hero winner has propelled the Bluebell Railway back on track for success. The once neglected railway line finally rejoined the national rail route at East Grinstead earlier this year, giving old and new generations
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Rail chaos after person hit by a train at Clapham Junction
Severe delays are to be expected for rail passengers travelling to London via Clapham Junction. Southern Rail said journey times would be extended by up to 90 minutes after a person was hit by a train in the Clapham Junction area. Southern
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Road closed after serious road collision near Chichester
Four people are thought to be injured after a serious collision this morning. One car with four passengers were involved at 6.45am. The A285 in Halnaker, near Chichester, has been closed in both directions for at least two hours. Paramedics
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Pupils taken to hospital after chemistry lab spill at Hove school
Twenty school children and their teacher were rushed to hospital following a suspected chemical spill during a science lesson. The Year 7 pupils at Hove’s Cardinal Newman School complained of “stinging eyes, sore throats” and “breathing problems
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Borough boss: We'll get goals
Eastbourne Borough boss Tommy Widdrington insists he has faith in his squad to score goals. Sports have netted just six goals in seven Conference south games so far this season. Four of those goals have come from midfielders and one from winger
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Hastings sign trio
John Maggs has started to put his stamp on Hastings United with three signings ahead of the trip to Merstham. Maggs has signed left midfielder Suleyman Bah, striker Micheal Aladeton and right-back Charlie Slocombe. Bah and Aladeton played in
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Rooks will miss key duo
Lewes will be without two key players for next week’s FA Cup clash at Chalfont St Peter. Skipper Jack Walder will serve a one-game ban for picking up five bookings while striker Ade Olorunda has a three-match suspension following his red card in
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Hawks ace played with broken hand
Matt Lawrence's commitment has been hailed after the Whitehawk skipper played almost the entire second half in midweek with a broken hand. Boss Darren Freeman has revealed the veteran centre-back suffered the injury early in the second half of
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Brighton Digital Festival: The Paper Cinema’s Odyssey, The Old Market, Hove, until Sep 21
Retelling Homer’s Odyssey would pose an intimidating challenge given double the 75 minutes taken by Paper Cinema, a five-piece who like to use violins, guitars and inked illusions, not to mention power drills, pea-filled drum pans and crunching gravel
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Oscar: We'll cope with midfield crisis
Oscar Garcia has backed Albion to cope with a central midfield crisis against Bolton Wanderers at The Amex today. The head coach has put a brave face on the fresh injury problems which have compounded the absence of Keith Andrews. Teenager
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West Sussex charity shops selling hundreds of unsafe items
Hundreds of items sold at charity shops have been found to be unsafe following inspections by council officers. Officers from West Sussex County Council’s trading standards service have visited more than 90 second hand shops across the county over
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Brighton's Green MP Caroline Lucas in advert jibe to Labour conference delegates
Labour Party members attending their conference in Brighton this weekend will be welcomed by a familiar face. The Green Party has paid for a digital advert which makes the case that Brighton Pavilion MP Caroline Lucas is the only person offering
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Radio station’s a great signing for Brighton and Hove Albion
The Seagulls have made a new signing. Radio station Juice 107.2 has teamed up with Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club, the new sponsors of the Juice Breakfast Show. The agreement will run over the next three years. Laurence Elphick,
