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FA Cup draw means Albion face two home dates against Manchester big guns
Albion are set for another FA Cup contest with Manchester United. The teams will meet at the Broadfield Stadium on the second weekend in March. United edged past the Seagulls 3-2 in last season’s semi-final, Rachel Williams scoring an 89th-minute
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Road closed after crash in residential street
A road was closed after a crash involving two cars. Firefighters attended Maywood Avenue in Eastbourne this afternoon after a crash involving an Audi and Toyota. There were no serious injuries at the scene. MOST READ: Barber
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Road closed after crash at junction involving car and lorry
A road was closed following a crash involving a car and lorry. The incident happened this afternoon at the A267 Frog Hole Lane junction at around 2.10pm. The driver of the car was treated by ambulance crews and is understood to have been taken
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Plumpton celebrate 140th anniversary in stunning style
Plumpton celebrated their 140th birthday in style, marking a legacy steeped in history, writes Emily Gailey. It is remarkable to think that the track, with its beautiful views over the South Downs, has witnessed 140 years of thrilling racing and
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Bin collectors in city threaten strike action over job losses and conditions
Strike action could be taken by the city’s bin collectors over concerns about working conditions and proposed redundancies. A consultative ballot of members at the Cityclean depot in Brighton saw 95 per cent back being balloted for industrial election
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Child killer Roy Whiting stabbed in frenzied attack in maximum security prison
Child killer Roy Whiting was “covered in blood” after a stabbing at the maximum security prison where he is being kept. The paedophile, who was jailed for life in 2002 for murdering eight-year-old Sarah Payne, was reportedly knifed several times
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Police with riot shields and battering ram close off road
A road was closed off as police with riot shields went to a house. Police and firefighters were at the home yesterday afternoon at around 12.50pm. Officers had riot shields and a battering ram. Exceat Road in Shinewater, Eastbourne, was closed
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Residents concerned and sad as future of The Body Shop remains uncertain
People have expressed concern over the future of The Body Shop. It has been reported that the cosmetic and beauty shop may close a number of branches after private equity firm Aurelius, which bought the company in November, will appoint administrators
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Worthing ready to bring in goalkeeper after Josh suffers bad injury
Worthing will bring in a new goalkeeper after losing Josh Jeffries to injury. The youngster on loan from Southampton suffered a badly dislocated ankle in the 6-4 win over Dover. Rocco Rees, who he had replaced in the starting XI, went on as
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Jury sent home in trial of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon over baby death
The jury in the trial of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon over the death of their baby has been sent home. Today was the first day back in court following an electrical fire at the Old Bailey in London last Wednesday. The court was closed on Thursday
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New lift gets planning permission for University of Sussex library
Plans for a new lift and walkway at a university library have been approved by the council. The Grade II* listed library at the University of Sussex, designed by Sir Basil Spence, will see the new circular brick lift tower constructed as part of
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Old fire station to undergo ‘once in a generation’ £5m facelift
A “once in a generation” investment worth almost £5 million will breathe new life into an old fire station. Work will start at the end of the month to refurbish Preston Circus Fire Station in London Road, Brighton, to ensure it “fits the needs
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The Undertones' Feargal Sharkey backs Brighton Labour election campaign
The Undertones singer Feargal Sharkey has joined Labour candidate Tom Gray on the campaign trail. The frontman and environmental campaigner, who has backed the Gomez star to become the next MP for Brighton Pavilion, spoke to Labour activists and
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Adingra's glory - from chilly Lancing to title agony to the amazing Ivory Coast story
Tony Bloom was a quietly impressed observer on the day Simon Adingra shone when playing AGAINST Albion. It was at their training base in Lancing, on a hot and sultry summer's afternoon which turned unexpectedly chilly when the sun dropped and the
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Emergency presence in street after boy was stabbed in leg
A boy was stabbed in the leg by two strangers who “demanded he give them his coat”. Police and paramedics were called to the incident in Southdown Avenue, Hastings, at the junction of Malvern Way at 3.30pm on Saturday (February 10). The victim
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Burglars targeted shops at Gatwick Airport
Two burglars stole cash and cigarettes at Gatwick Airport. Lloyd Edwards admitted taking a wallet containing cash and cards worth £100 from a staff area at a shop in the North Terminal. The unemployed 37-year-old, formerly of Haywood Street
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Recap after delays and cancellations to trains due to 'animals on railway'
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Recap: Constance Marten and Mark Gordon jury sent home amid delays following fire
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Piers Morgan spotted at Sussex pub following Prince Harry settlement
Piers Morgan was spotted enjoying a pint at his favourite Sussex pub just a day after the remainder of Prince Harry's claims against The Mirror Groups was settled. Piers shared a photo on Instagram of him at The Royal Oak in Church Road, Newick
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Green Party deputy leader joins election campaign in city
Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski joined the campaign trail to ensure the city keeps its “Green voice in Parliament” at the next general election. He hosted a packed-out event at Fabrica in Brighton as part of the campaign to elect Sian Berry
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Residents debate whether seaside town should welcome a 'rude' restaurant
People are debating whether or not a seaside town should have a rude restaurant. On the Seaford Notice Board (Official) Facebook page, a resident asked for opinions on whether Seaford would benefit from a restaurant like the controversial Karen's
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'Delight' as appeal for 424-home development on 'very special place' is thrown out
An appeal against a council to build 424 homes on farmland has been thrown out by a planning inspector. The developer, Gleeson Land and John Alison Land and Research, made the appeal after their plans to build the homes on the edge of Uckfield
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Money Saving Expert shares 8 ways you can improve your broadband speed
Whether you work from home or enjoy spending your free time online, you might wonder how you can improve the speed of your broadband. If your Wi-Fi isn’t strong enough for you to watch your favourite programme or to scroll social media, it can
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Child stabbed at bus stop
A boy has been stabbed at a bus stop. The 13-year-old was stabbed in Southdown Avenue in Hastings at around 3.30pm on Saturday (February 10). He was taken to hospital and later said two people approached him at a bus stop and demanded he give
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Maldera reveals why midfielder was added to injury list at Tottenham
Albion are hoping for good news on Jack Hinshelwood after he was added to their injury list. The midfielder missed the game at Tottenham due to a foot injury. Stand-in boss Andrea Maldera said he was due for a scan over the weekend. He
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Face of drug driver who caused motorcyclist to have leg amputated
A drug driver who crashed into a motorcyclist leaving him with injuries so serious that he needed his leg amputated will be sentenced next month. James Pateman drove his Ford Transit van into Jeremy Brand knocking him over onto the pavement on
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To dare or to draw? Albion won’t change approach but they WILL take care
Tottenham 2 Albion 1 “To dare is to do” is the Tottenham club motto emblazoned around their towering stadium. Audere est facere. Andrea Maldera and his absent colleague Roberto De Zerbi would agree with that sentiment. Just make sure you
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You can't switch off, says Welbeck as Albion are beaten late
Danny Welbeck hopes Albion learned a key lesson in their cruel defeat at Tottenham. The Seagulls conceded at the death to go down 2-1 having gone ahead through a Pascal Gross penalty forced by Welbeck. Spurs raced away from their own half to
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Pub to install and open a new roof terrace
A Brighton pub’s plans for a new roof terrace have been approved by councillors. The Hare and Hounds, in London Road, Brighton, has been granted planning permission for the proposed roof terrace by Brighton and Hove City Council’s planning committee
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'It would be a bizarre own-goal if the council cuts these bus services'
A community campaign group has described proposals to end subsidies for two bus routes as an “own goal”. The £58,000 subsidy for the 77 to the Devil’s Dyke from Easter to mid-June and the 79 to Ditchling Beacon are due to go in Brighton and Hove
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Mum told to 'pay council' after flytipper ruins her bin collection
A severely disabled mum says she was told to pay a council £50 or it would not collect her bin. Diane Bond had a severe stroke in 2019 which means she now uses a frame to move around her home, is weak on the left side of her body and is unable
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'These cuts are just the tip of the iceberg'
I believe it was Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson who introduced the idea of the dead cat as a legitimate strategy to the mainstream when discussing Lynton Crosby’s political playbook in The Telegraph back in 2013, writes Steve Davis. The idea, simply
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TV star to bring roller disco to Brighton i360 this summer
TV star Denise Van Outen is set to host a roller disco at the i360 for her 50th birthday. The actress and TV presenter will be hosting her Discoliscious event on the roller rink on the upper deck of the Brighton i360 building in May. The event
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Map shows bus lane camera locations across Brighton and Hove
A map shows the exact location of bus lane cameras across the city. According to data received from a Freedom of Information request submitted to Brighton and Hove City Council, there are 37 operational bus lane cameras across Brighton and Hove
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Construction starts on new school as 750 homes are being built
A new primary school has started being built after planning permission was approved. Vistry Group and Miller Homes have said that construction on the new Chichester school began at the end of January. This one-form entry school is part of the
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A27 to be closed overnight for weeks due to roadworks
Motorists have been warned of possible delays as a section of the A27 is set to be closed overnight for several weeks. The stretch of the road between Lancing and Hangleton is set to be closed overnight between Monday night (February 12) and March
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'Climate change won't wait': Caroline Lucas slams Labour green investment U-turn
Green MP Caroline Lucas has criticised Labour for ditching a pledge to spend £28 billion a year on green projects. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announced last week that the figure would be drastically scaled back if his party wins the next election
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Mum found two-year-old child had cancer from squint in eye
A mum found her two-year-old boy had cancer when she noticed a slight squint in one of his eyes. Amy Waddle from Crawley said the squint in Teddy’s right eye seemed to happen when he was concentrating on something. Amy, 32, and her partner
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WI member celebrates 'togetherness' of group as she celebrates 65 year membership
A 92-year-old says she loves the “togetherness and friendship” of being part of the Women’s Institute as she celebrates being part of the group for 65 years. Mary Roe joined the WI in 1958 and continues to be involved in the group more than half
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Brothers open their second city centre restaurant in tribute to beloved mum
TWO brothers who run one of the city’s best-loved restaurants have opened a new eatery – and it’s already gone down a treat with an Albion star. Mo and Ali Razavi launched Asian place Anakuma, in Brighton’s Preston Street, as a tribute to their
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Researchers call upon public to help with project to boost UK bumblebee numbers
A new project to help boost the UK's bee population has been launched, and researchers are asking for help from members of the public. The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is launching the ‘Bumbles on Blooms’ initiative to identify which plants
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Barco heads to Albion on a high after magical moment beats Brazil
Valentin Barco is heading to Albion on a high. The recent signing played a major part in helping his country reach the Olympics and knock out their arch rivals. Barco’s superb cross from the left led to the only goal, on 77 minutes, as Argentina