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Precious moments
Brighton jeweller Jo McDonald has an impressive list of celebrity clients. She’s made pendants for Johnny Depp, bracelets for Kate Middleton and has even crafted a ring for the Queen – or, at least, their waxwork replicas. For the past two
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Oscar: We must take our chances
Oscar Garcia felt Albion were beaten by a strong Nottingham Forest side today. But he felt the outcome of their eventual 3-1 defeat might have been different had they taken their chances. Oscar, whose side led through an Andrew Crofts goal
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Albion talking point: So what changed the game?
Albion suffered a 3-1 defeat at home to Nottingham Forest today – having led at the interval. The Seagulls were sunk by three goals in 16 minutes and rarely looked like threatening even after Forest had Nathaniel Chalobah dismissed. So what
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Albion beaten by Forest's treble blast
Albion were sunk by three goals in 15 minutes as they went down 3-1 to Nottingham Forest at The Amex. Oscar Garcia’s injury-hit outfit led at the break through Andrew Crofts’ header. But Henri Lansbury nodded in from a corner straight after
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20mph schemes are transcending political colour in the UK
Credit to Labour’s Shadow Transport Secretary Maria Eagle MP, who used her recent party conference speech here in Brighton to call for 20mph to be the default speed limit in UK residential areas. How disappointing to then read Labour councillor
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Albion v Nottingham Forest - from The Amex
7:32pm Forest were the better side, although margin did scant justice to efforts of injury-battered #bhafc — @AndyNaylorArgus 05 October 2013 7:26pm Albion
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Buckley and JFC back for Albion
Albion have brought back Will Buckley and Jake Forster-Caskey as they take on Nottingham Forest . The winger and midfielder replace David Lopez and Bruno respectively for the early-evening kick-off at The Amex. The changes are in addition to
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Slowing down is a good idea and is something we should get used to
Tim Ridgway writes about speed limits, with safety being more important (The Argus, September 30). I do agree that, although it is tough to keep speeds down, it is safer in the long run. Not only that, it keeps the driver more relaxed – well
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What about motorbikes using the Lewes Road bus lanes?
There has been a lot of discussion about the Lewes Road bus lanes and cars, cyclists and pedestrians, but what about a group of vulnerable road-users – motorcyclists? Thankfully the council saw fit to allow motorcyclists to use the Preston Road
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Palestinian protesters have a right to speak up about SodaStream
In your report, “Protests will continue until shop closes down” (The Argus, October 1), you show two pictures – in them I counted 15 Israeli flags and not one Palestinian flag. I was not at the SodaStream protest, either as a participant or an
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Curbing pavement parking in Elm Grove could just be the beginning of a wider scheme
Congratulations to the Greens for picking another ridiculous fight with the majority of residents of Hanover and Elm Grove in Brighton over a pavement parking crackdown (The Argus, October 1). Apparently untroubled by the loss of one of their councillors
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Crawley players had doubts over set-piece routine
Crawley boss Richie Barker has revealed his players had doubts over the intricate set-piece routine which led to Jamie Proctor’s early goal in the 1-1 draw at Bramall Lane last night. Reds completely caught the Sheffield United defence out when
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Kuszczak reckons this could be quite a game
Albion goalkeeper Tomasz Kuszczak reckons fans will be entertained at The Amex today. In The Argus today, Kuszczak explains why the Seagulls have played some longer-ball football in their last two games. But he insists the Nottingham Forest
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Gardener's Diary - October 5
Autumn is with us and Nymans is ablaze with burnt reds and fiery oranges. The acers in the Pinetum, with their blood red foliage, form a startling juxtaposition against the sombre ever-green conifers. Our enkianthus too are unrivalled for their autumn
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Woodward predicts Arlington thriller
Eagles skipper Cameron Woodward reckons things could get very competitive in The Argus Sussex Championship. The Aussie racer insists there will be no holding back in the individual meeting tomorrow. Woodward will be among the favourites for
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Lewes keep tabs on kids
Lewes will continue to monitor a number of youngsters who made their debuts in midweek. The Rooks fielded a number of youngsters and trialists as they beat Corinthian-Casuals 2-1 at the Dripping Pan in the Isthmian League Cup on Wednesday.
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Maggs guards against complacency
John Maggs is guarding against complacency as Hastings United entertain Brentwood Town in the FA Trophy. The winners play Maggs' former team Horsham, who beat Faversham 4-1 last night. Boss Maggs has been pleased with performances in a three-game
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Borough hit by illness
Eastbourne Borough boss Tommy Widdrington will take a head count before today's trip to Sutton United. A sickness bug has affected the squad this week, ruling skipper Ian Simpemba out of Tuesday’s FA Cup replay win at Farnborough. Other players
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Oatway on board as Hawks add to squad
Whitehawk boss Darren Freeman has strengthened his squad with two new signings. Former Northampton striker Lewis Wilson and ex-Albion midfielder Charlie Oatway Jnr have both linked up with the Conference south side. Freeman has also brought
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Will you be coffin up for this? Brighton charity shop sells casket
Shoppers can take advantage of the ‘sale of the cemetery’ at a charity shop. Among the second-hand furniture and trinkets on sale at Spiral Cabin in Bedford Place, Brighton, customers have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy a full-size coffin
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Parents win backing for Worthing special school for children with autism
Parents are celebrating after winning backing for a bid to set up a specialist school for children with autism. The school would be the first of its kind in Sussex and is the result of a campaign by two mothers of autistic children. Clare Greaves
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13,000 have say on 20mph zones in Brighton and Hove
The deadline has closed on a consultation over a controversial transport policy. Brighton and Hove City Council has been seeking views on a programmeto introduce 20mph speed limits in the city. Since the consultation was launched in September
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Your interview: Paul Sellings, Sussex Police Federation chairman
ROTTINGDEANRANT: I had two police officers arrive on my doorstep after I reported someone riding a motorbike in the woods. Surely the majority of calls to police don’t need more than one officer? PAUL SELLINGS (PS): Correct, the majority of calls
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Romance still strong for couple as they celebrate 72nd anniversary at Seaford nursing home
A pair of great-grandparents have proved romance has no age limit – by celebrating their 72nd wedding anniversary with a candle-lit meal for two in a nursing home. Molly and Fred Hedger, 90 and 93 respectively, sat down to their favourite meal
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Obesity blamed for rise in diabetes in county as nearly six a day diagnosed
Almost six people a day are being diagnosed with diabetes across Sussex with a rising number of new cases linked to a growing obesity problem. More than 2,100 Sussex residents discovered they were diabetic in the last year, according to research
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Public get chance to buy shares in Hastings Pier
Members of the public will have a chance to buy a share of a historic pier - exactly three years to the day after a catastrophic fire practically destroyed the 140 year-old structure. As it looks to raise the remaining money for the £13.9 million
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Brighton’s one of top places for weird finds in the sea
Brighton is the second most popular place in the country to spot UFOs – unidentified floating objects. According to research, if you pay a visit to Brighton beach you’re likely to come across mysterious objects causing concern to environment experts
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Albion hope to bring in two
Albion hope to make two more loan signings within the next fortnight to ease their striker shortage. But assistant head coach Nathan Jones has admitted Leo Ulloa will be hard to replace within the Seagulls’ budget. They begin life without Leo
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East Sussex Fire and Rescue loses appeal against Marlie Farm ruling
A fire service has lost its appeal against a court ruling which blamed it for the deaths of two men killed in a fireworks blast seven years ago. East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service faces a multimillion pound payout after a High Court judge ruled
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Brighton and Hove pupils run more than 7,000km
Schoolchildren have completed an epic journey from Addis Ababa to Hanoi after three solid days of running. More than 7,000 primary school students completed their 7,289km mission – the distance from Addis Ababa to Hanoi. Schoolchildren from
