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Pedestrian killed by police car named
The pedestrian who was killed when he was struck by a police car in Hastings has been named as 46-year-old James Sutton, of Silchester Road, St Leonards. The IPCC, who were informed of the incident today are currently assessing what their level
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Mist descends on Brighton beach
As residents stepped out to enjoy some more unseasonable warmth they found the Brighton seafront totally shrouded in mist. The seafront was nearly engulfed with the thick fog, with the Brighton Wheel barely visible and the sea completely hidden
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Ex-Albion target faces fitness fight
Former Albion target Joe Mason is racing to be fit to face the club who wanted him. The Cardiff City striker on loan to Bolton is an early doubt for their home game against the Seagulls on Saturday. Mason missed Tuesday’s 0-0 draw at Derby
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Talking Point: Give 'Spanish Dave' a break
First it was Ashley Barnes. Now that Barnes has gone to Burnley it is David Lopez. The Spanish midfielder deserves a break from his Amex detractors. There are quite a few of them, it seems, among the Albion fanbase. It is noticeable
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Brighton council seeks bus pass extension
Proposals to extend concessionary bus deals and supported bus services will be discussed at an upcoming council meeting Brighton and Hove City Council agreed a three-year fixed deal with Brighton and Hove Bus and Coach Company in June 2011. The
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Brighton Women's Centre marks 40 years of caring for and empowering women
Saturday, March 8 was International Women’s Day, which recognises the achievements of women and continues to campaign for women’s equality. But in Brighton and Hove it was also a special occasion for the Brighton Women’s Centre, which is celebrates
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Man flees after drinking "potentially fatal" amount of anti-freeze
A man being treated by paramedics after drinking a potentially fatal amount anti-freeze has run away. Paul Blaikie, 36, fled from St Helen’s Road, Hastings, around 8am this morning after he had ingested the substance. Police have now deployed
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Big Lemon Bus Company to face public inquiry over safety
AN ECO-friendly bus company is facing a public inquiry over the safety and alleged illegal use of its fleet. The Big Lemon Bus Company, which operates in and around Brighton and Hove, will answer three complaints at the hearing on March 26. The
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Witness describes aftermath as pedestrian is killed by a police car on the A259
A WITNESS has described how emergency services tried to save a pedestrian who was killed when he was struck by a police car. Bouquets of flowers were left below police signs at the scene of the crash near the Hastings Pier. A note which read: "
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Pair taken to hospital after A27 collision
Police were called to the A27 near the junction with Poling near Littlehampton. A black MG and a silver Suzuki motorcycle collided at around 3.35pm yesterday, March 12 as they both travelled eastbound. The rider of the motorcycle, a 31-year-old
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Commuters have "no choice" but to use public transport in Brighton and Hove say campaigners
COMMUTERS are being left with no choice but to use public transport because of a lack of parking in Brighton and Hove. That was the reaction of campaigners after new figures showed that the number of cars in the city had fallen with 2,865 less
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Brighton and Hove Council urged to study evidence of 20mph roll out as phase three goes to consultation
BRIGHTON and Hove City Council has been urged to take more time to study evidence of the effect of its 20mph speed limit roll out as it prepares to launch a consultation on the third phase of the city-wide scheme. Residents will be given their
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Appeal for missing Shoreham man Craig Roberts
The family of a 22-year-old man who has gone missing in Shoreham are asking for “absolutely anything” that may help find him. Craig Roberts was last seen at his home in Garden Close at about 12.30am on Friday, March 7. He was not seen leaving the
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Bullying stems from overcrowded classrooms so reduce them in size
Bullying is a terrible scourge in life (The Argus, March 10). Nothing can justify this sort of behaviour and the school authorities must deal with it in a robust manner. Children can be cruel. If a child has an abnormality they will be the
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Ulloa admits Albion can still improve as an attacking force
Leo Ulloa has admitted Albion must pose more of a goal threat if they are to make the play-offs. But he says the midweek win and defensive performance against QPR has given morale a massive lift. The Argentinean striker was on target for the
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The Brighton Centre is out-dated - we need a new, big entertainment venue
I have been wondering for a long time about the Brighton Centre on the seafront. It is in a wonderful position and is ideal for conferences with large hotels in the vicinity. But it is well and truly dated and needs bringing up to date. Better
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Let's get a promotion on our CVs urges Andrews
Keith Andrews has underlined Albion’s desire to make the Premier League. Even though several players have no idea whether they will be at the Amex next term. On-loan Andrews sits out the trip to his parent club Bolton on Saturday. Bolton-born
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Peacehaven school put into special measures
School governors have been slammed for their inadequacies after a school was put into special measures by Ofsted. Meridian Primary School in Peacehaven was judged to be failing to give pupils an acceptable standard of education after inspectors
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Better quality results available through testing without animals
Referring to your article, “Animal tests at uni soar in three years” (The Argus, March 3), alternatives to animal experimentation are now available in virtually every field of medical research, so why are animal tests at the University of Brighton
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Jubilee design harks back to an older Brighton
I read with interest the letter from nine-year-old Tabitha Nixon (The Argus, March 6) in which she expresses her concerns about some of the new buildings in Brighton. First of all, it is so refreshing and encouraging that a person of such a young
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No excuses for negligence of park wildlife
So, rare and precious wildlife has been allowed to suffer and die at the Rotunda pond in Preston Park (The Argus, March 6). This coming after the unnecessary deaths of so many much-loved fish and amphibians during similarly botched work at the
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Thousands put health at risk by shirking flu jab
Thousands of Sussex people have been putting their health at risk by not having a flu jab. Figures reveal scores of elderly, pregnant and vulnerable people across Sussex have not taken up the offer of a vaccine this winter. GP practices around
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Not all councillors are self-serving - look in Portslade
A recent letter in The Argus (March 4) stating that, in the correspondent’s view, many local councillors are self-serving is, unfortunately, a view held by many. I can only say, for myself, however, that recently being selected as one of the Labour
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Sussex hospitals 'at risk' from new Care Bill
Hospitals in Sussex could be put at risk after the Government voted through sweeping new powers for ministers. A clause in the Care Bill passed this week means Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt can close hospital departments and wards with just 40 days
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Gastric bug closes four Worthing Hospital wards
Four hospital wards have been affected by an outbreak of sickness and diarrhoea. Nine patients are currently being treated for the highly infectious bug at Worthing Hospital. Two wards have been temporarily closed to new admissions while bays
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Apply for support in your area with the Safer In Sussex Community Fund
I was delighted to launch my Safer In Sussex Community Fund at the end of last year, a new initiative providing financial support to innovative local projects that aim to make our communities safer. Applications will be considered on a quarterly
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Rebel Brighton and Hove Greens launch yet another leadership coup
Rebel Greens have launched yet another attempt to oust Jason Kitcat - with his former deputy announcing he will stand against him in the party's annual elections. A year after fending of a similar threat, the elected head of Brighton and Hove City
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Fuel poverty in Brighton and Hove soars by 20%
Hundreds more people are living in fuel poverty compared to two years ago, according to the latest figures. More than 17,000 households in Brighton and Hove are battling to heat their homes – an increase of almost 20% from 2011. Widow Diana
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Heated debates in summer of ’89
By Katy Marriot After record levels of rain and then a sudden burst of sunshine, Katy Marriott takes a look back through the archives to find other bizarre years of weather in Brighton and Hove. Blessed with a micro-climate, Brighton and Hove
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Scarlet fever cases on the rise in Sussex
Heath bosses have issued a warning following a rise in cases of the highly infectious scarlet fever. Sixty-three people in Sussex have contracted the bacterial illness in January and February, sparking fears that the 175 reported cases across the
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Dog retreat owner in court over noisy dogs
The owner of a pets’ retreat has been accused of breaking noise enforcement laws – because her dogs barked too loudly. Angela Lomanto, of Three Pines Pets Retreat, appeared in Hastings Magistrates’ Court yesterday, where she denied three counts
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Brighton family stuck for months in house 'unfit for habitation'
A family faced months of misery when they were left living out of cardboard boxes after being promised a new council home. The Mack family say that since Christmas they had been trying to move out of their property in Queensway, Brighton, after
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Off his Beachy Head: man dangles legs over precipice of crumbling cliffs
A man was spotted posing for a picture while dangling his legs off Beachy Head. The shocking photograph shows the man sat very close to the eroding chalk cliff top edge this weekend. Martin Stitchener, 40, who captured the photograph said he
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£3m Brighton ambulance cleaning station plans revised
A new centre for cleaning ambulances has been revived after new plans were submitted. South East Coast Ambulance Service has submitted revised plans for a £3 million make ready station to prepare ambulances for duty in Brighton. The emergency
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Schools selection lottery under review as part of £24m places boost
Brighton and Hove's controversial random selection system for allocating school places is to be reviewed more than six years after it was introduced. The news comes as the council announced it has successfully bid for more than £24million from
