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Who was your top man against Reading?
Tomasz Kuszczak made a point-saving stop for Albion today. The big Pole was the sponsors’ choice as man-of-the-match in the 1-1 draw with Reading. He was beaten at his near post for the Royals’ goal but head coach Oscar Garcia exonerated him
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No comment from Oscar on red card - but he admits it changed the game
Albion boss Oscar Garcia refused to be drawn on Gordon Greer’s dismissal against Reading today. But Royals manager Nigel Adkins felt the foul which led to the Seagulls skipper’s second booking was “a clear yellow card”. Oscar declined to comment
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Greer off - but what did you make of that second yellow?
Albion fans were furious with the referee and some Reading players at the Amex today. But what did you make of Gordon Greer’s second yellow card against Reading? Did you get a good view of the foul on Adam Le Fondre which led to the dismissal
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Greer off as Albion are pegged back
Ten-man Albion held on for a draw against Reading today. But they were convinced the controversial dismissal of skipper Gordon Greer cost them their best shot at all three points. The Seagulls drew 1-1 with their play-off rivals at the Amex
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Crawley boss rues missed chances
Boss John Gregory was left to rue a glut of missed opportunities as Crawley went down to a late goal at Gillingham. Jamie Proctor and Billy Clarke were both guilty of missing gilt-edged chances in the second half at the Priestfield Stadium before
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United reach Vase semi-finals
Wes Tate scored twice as Eastbourne United booked a place in the semi-finals of the FA Vase with a 2-1 win at home to Ampthill Town. Tate scored once in each half to send the County League division two leaders into the last four of the competition
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Cheers and chuckles as Albion get a gift
Albion fans did not know whether to cheer or laugh as Leo Ulloa’s stranglehold on goalscoring at the Amex ended today. The Seagulls were handed a farcical 16th-minute lead at home to play-off rivals Reading. Chris Gunter’s header into his own
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Brighton and Hove Albion's FA Cup team policy is disrespectful to the fans
I am sure that Brighton and Hove Albion’s policy in FA Cup games of not selecting their first-choice goalkeeper and resting other key players will have maddened many Albion supporters this season. I would really like to hear a good reason why this
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Greer sent off, Seagulls pegged back - follow Albion v Reading here
5:01pm Referee Graham was booed off at the end. 4:56pm Obita fired wide with the final kick as Albion cleared a corner. Final: Albion 1 Reading 1
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Lee sinks wasteful Crawley
Crawley paid the price for some wasteful finishing as their seven match unbeaten league run came to an end at Gillingham. Billy Clarke and Jamie Proctor spurned gilt-edged chances while Joe Walsh also headed against the post as Reds failed to score
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Key men missing as Reading make changes
Reading have made four changes as they take on Albion today. And there are some key players missing due to fatigue and injury. The Royals will kick off without centre-back Kaspers Gorkks, powerful midfielder Danny Williams, dangerous wideman
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Proctor handed chance to impress for Crawley
Jamie Proctor has been rewarded for an impressive performance off the bench against Stevenage with a starting role for Crawley at Gillingham today. Proctor starts for only the second time in seven games as Reds attempt to pull off a double against
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Ince back as Albion make two changes
Rohan Ince has been passed fit for action for Albion this afternoon. But Dale Stephens misses out with a foot injury as the Seagulls host Reading in a play-off six-pointer. Ince has recovered well in recent days from an ankle problem that ruled
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You're hired - The Argus campaign smashes apprenticeships target with 67 youngsters taken on by firms
The Argus has smashed its target to find 50 apprenticeships in just five days. Having set the ambitious target, the city’s business community pulled through with 67 new opportunities created. The number of pledges has more than doubled the
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With video - Can Reading repeat this supershow at the Amex?
This is the sort of threat Reading can pose Albion at the Amex today. Nigel Adkins’ men have stuttered at the Madejski in recent matches. But they have shone on the road, notably on two recent trips to London. They were 3-0 winners
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'If I picked teams on sentiment Paul McGrath would still be playing for Aston Villa!' Now Gregory issues challenge to Torres
Sergio Torres has been told he must prove he is worth a place in the Crawley team on merit. Torres has started just one league game this season for Reds and has not featured at all since the 2-2 draw at Coventry two months ago when he came off
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Two people suffer smoke inhalation after dishwasher fire in Eastbourne
Two people were treated for smoke inhalation after their dishwasher set on fire. Emergency services were called to a property in The Ridge, Hastings, shortly before midnight on Friday night (March 7). Their dishwasher had caught on fire, filling
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Fire crews called to burning car in Peacehaven
Firefighters were called to put out a burning car. A crew from Newhaven station was sent to South Coast Road, Peacehaven, shortly before 7pm on Friday night (March 7). They used breathing masks and hose reels to control the blaze. It is
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Two vans destroyed in suspected arson in Eastbourne
Two vans were set on fire in a suspected arson attack. Firefighters from Eastbourne station were called to Roderick Road in the town shortly after midnight on Saturday morning (March 8). Crew members used oxygen masks and special foam to control
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Hawks hope to hang on to Hills
Whitehawk are hoping to secure Lee Hills on a new contract at the Enclosed Ground. New manager Steven King has been impressed by the former Crystal Palace and Stevenage left-back since taking over last month. Hills joined Hawks on a free transfer
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Your interview: Richard Robinson, Brighton Science Festival
With the new technology that’s available to teachers in classrooms today, does it make it easier or harder to engage youngsters in science? Richard Robinson (RR): What I discover over and over is that youngsters’ eyes pop most when the science
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Decision time as United face big Vase day
Eastbourne United boss Simon Rowland admits he has some tough selection decisions to make. United are preparing to host Ampthill in the quarter-finals of the FA Vase at The Oval today. James Rhodes, Peter Featherstone, Ben Dartnall, Jack Frankly
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Borough offer Derry new deal
Eastbourne Borough have offered a permanent deal to Tom Derry. The young forward, who has been on a youth loan at Priory Lane, is on the verge of leaving Gillingham. Borough boss Tommy Widdrington would like to sign him. He said: “He is
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Ex-boss Wilkins still keeps close eye on Albion
Dean Wilkins admits Albion’s result is still the first he looks for after a Reading game. The former Seagulls boss returns to the Amex today in his role as coach to Nigel Adkins with the Royals. Wilkins teamed up again with Adkins, for whom
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Welcome to the Green Elephants Stadium - new era for Hillians
Burgess Hill wil run out at the Green Elephants Stadium for the first time today aiming to crack the Lobsters. The club play their first home game since signing a four-year naming-rights deal with the local company as strugglers Redhill visit.
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Drivers face new parking controls at the Amex today
Albion have urged fans who drive to the Amex to be prepared – and avoid parking headaches. The club are introducing new measures for car parks closest to the stadium. They come into operation at today’s game against Reading and will continue
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Eco activists heading to Lewes to 'reclaim the power'
Environmental activists known for their civil disobedience tactics are set to gather in a Sussex town. Campaign group No Dash For Gas has announced it will host a Reclaim the Power meeting in Lewes later this month. Sussex Police are now urging
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Reds face 'one of their toughest tests yet'
Boss John Gregory has warned Crawley they are in for one of their toughest tests of the season at Gillingham today. The Gills have lost their last three games in League One but will be desperate to bounce back to winning ways against Crawley to
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Midfield poser for Oscar. But what would you do?
Albion are ready to unleash Jesse Lingard for his home debut at the Amex today. But Oscar Garcia has plenty to think about in midfield as Reading visit. And that could even impact his thinking in one of the wide positions as he picks his team
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i360 news is a relief for us
It was with great relief and pleasure that we received the news that Brighton and Hove City Council has agreed the £36 million loan for the i360. We believe the i360 will be an iconic statement on the seafront to complement the exciting developments
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Council committee members trapped in library and staff went home
Seven councillors and 19 members of the public were trapped in a library after staff forgot they had a meeting, locked the doors and went home. Some of the intrepid councillors used torches to beam SOS signals outside after getting trapped in the
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Man spends months building marvels with Meccano
The simple sketches on a Spirograph have entertained for years – but an engineer from Saltdean has created a fully automated machine to create the intricate patterns. The Meccanograph took Brighton Museum and Art Gallery warden Les Chatfield, 62
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VIDEO: Solicitors refuse to work over legal aid cuts but deny 'strike' aciton
Solicitors who refused to work yesterday said their action in response to cuts in legal aid was not a strike. Defence solicitors and barristers from across the county congregated outside Brighton Magistrates’ Court yesterday morning over plans
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Gardener's Diary - March 8
What a relief – spring is finally here and we can start looking forward to longer days and, hopefully, drier weather. Wet weather can be as damaging to plants as the cold, particularly bulbs, so this year’s rain-drenched winter may have taken its toll
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There's i360 approval but still no sight of a bus station...
Bus station say So it appears the i360 will be built to attract more tourists to the city. With the disgusting state of Pool Valley, I wonder what impression visitors get of our “coach station”. Would it not be more sensible to improve that
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Seaford circular
1 - If arriving by train, exit Bishopstone Station on the south side, descend the steps and cross the road (Marine Parade), then turn left along the footway. Pass the entrance to a caravan park and, as the road bears around to the left, go through
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Ten complaints a week over missed rubbish collections
Council bosses received 270 complaints about CityClean in just six months – more than ten a week on average. Between August and January, people contacted Brighton and Hove City Council in their droves to complain about the service. The majority
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Close tax loopholes, stop fighting wars and invest this money in the future of our children
So R Webb thinks child benefits should be axed (Letters, February 27). This person also believes pensions are different as recipients have already paid into some sort of Government scheme. Well, R Webb, you are way off the mark because practically
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NHS survey reveals near mistakes and stress at hospitals
A third of hospital workers in Sussex say they have seen potentially harmful mistakes and near misses in the past month. More than a third also say they have suffered work related stress over the last year. The information emerged as part of
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Markets old and new
Talk about markets in Brighton and it will usually not be long before the name of Harry Cowley is mentioned. Harry was a chimney sweep who moved into markets as a young man in Brighton. He was instrumental in persuading the council to start the
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Upson ready for big moment in play-off push
Matt Upson has labelled Albion’s Amex double-header a “big moment” in the season. The Seagulls entertain Reading today and Queens Park Rangers on Tuesday. Oscar Garcia’s side are two points behind Reading with a game in hand and eight adrift of
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Oscar: Premier League dropouts have big advantage for run-in
Albion boss Oscar Garcia believes clubs relegated from the Premier League have a big squad advantage at the business end of the season. Today’s visitors Reading, recent Amex winners Wigan and Tuesday’s opponents Queens Park Rangers are all in the
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Busy junction plunged into darkness due to substation fire
One of Brighton’s busiest junctions was plunged into darkness for 12 hours and drivers were forced to navigate with no traffic lights during rush hour. Power was cut to nearly 670 homes and businesses as well as street lights and traffic signals
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Dyke Steep Grade Railway
This little hut and railway were constructed at the Devil’s Dyke beauty spot near Brighton in the late Victorian era. Called the Dyke Steep Grade Railway, it was a funicular built by the owner of the Dyke Hotel, JH Hubbard, in 1897. The railway
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Tories talk sense over council tax
I read last Thursday’s front page (The Argus) with disgust. The Green Party turned down the offer of £1 million from the Government and plans to put up our council tax by nearly 2%. The cost of living is a challenge for everyone at the moment
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Everyday style icon
They are, on the face of it, the ordinary clothes of a woman living in the 1960s – easily-washed Crimplene dresses in fashionable op-art prints. Yet the garments that have just gone on display in Brighton’s Churchill Square tell the story of a woman
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Puzzles of the past
If you’ve ever rifled through a box of old family photos and wondered who on earth someone was and what their photo is doing in your collection, Jayne Shrimpton should be your first port of call. The Brighton-based historian and self-styled “photo
