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Albion defender opens goal account on loan - on great night for the Sussex connection
On-loan Albion defender Ed Turns scored his first goal for Crewe – on a great night for the Sussex connection. Turns struck in an impressive 3-1 win at League Two leaders Stockport County. His goal followed an opener from Worthing-born Mickey
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Coastguard helicopter responds as man seen 'face down in water' in rough seas
A coastguard helicopter was called to reports of a man “face down in the water” in rough seas. The alarm was raised at around 2pm this afternoon about a man unresponsive in the water between the Palace Pier and West Pier on Brighton seafront.
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Arrest after lorry and car crash that closed road for hours
A man was arrested on suspicion of drug driving after a crash involving a lorry and car. The crash happened on the A267 Frog Hole Lane junction yesterday at around 2.10pm. A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drug driving under the
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Sustainable fashion brand opens second store in city
A sustainable fashion brand will open its second store in the city. Lucy and Yak, founded by Lucy Greenwood and Chris Renwick in 2017, already has its flagship store in Kensington Gardens, Brighton, but is expanding. The new store will take
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Albion want more from Mitoma - but they were happy with his return
Albion want more from Kaoru Mitoma – but were pleased with his Premier League comeback. The Japan winger played the full game at Tottenham on his return from the Asian Cup. He was involved in several dangerous moments and, in his first 90 minutes
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Brighton teens with fake IDs could be banned from pubs and clubs once they're 18
People using fake IDs could be banned from drinking in pubs, clubs and restaurants for 12 months once they turn 18. Brighton and Hove Police have issued a warning to people about underage drinking and the potential punishments after noticing a
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Stranger throws rock at man’s face
A stranger threw a rock at a man’s face. He suffered facial injuries in the assault which happened at around 7.45am on Sunday, February 4, near the Sovereign Light Café in West Parade, Bexhill. Now, police are appealing for witnesses to the
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Recap: Huge emergency response including helicopter for man in rough seas
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This is who founded The Body Shop more than 40 years ago but who owns it now?
It’s a sad day for many beauty and skincare lovers as the UK arm of The Body Shop hires administrators. This means thousands of jobs are now at risk at more than 200 stores in the UK. However, the chain will continue to trade through stores
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Standoff after man climbs onto roof to avoid arrest
A man climbed onto a roof to avoid being arrested last night. Police engaged with the man from the ground outside of a building in Albert Parade, in Eastbourne, at around 11pm on Monday (February 12). The road was closed while officers negotiated
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The Body Shop goes into administration with fears for Sussex stores
The Body Shop has gone into administration and there are fears about the future of its Sussex stores. The private equity firm Aurelius, which bought the company in November for £207 million, has appointed administrators for the company’s UK operation
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Car crashes into bollard - man arrested on suspicion of drink driving
A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after crashing into a bollard. The incident happened in Kingston Lane, Southwick, at around 2.20pm yesterday. Police were called to reports of a car crashing into a bollard. Officers
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Sussex parents given norovirus advice this half-term
Advice has been given to parents this half-term over what to do if their children have norovirus or other "nasty bugs". NHS Sussex has warned that a number of viruses and illnesses are currently "going around". This includes norovirus, the
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Fans give their views on Albion's late defeat - as they looked for the win
Albion suffered another Tottenham disappointment – this time in the final seconds. We asked these long-time, match-going fans for their reaction to the 2-1 reverse in North London. 1. What were your thoughts on Albion’s performance at Tottenham
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Another teenager stabbed while cycling in residential street
A teenager was stabbed while he was cycling in a street. The 19-year-old was cycling in Bewbush Drive, Crawley, when a male came up behind him on a bicycle. After a short interaction, the teen was stabbed once in the side before his assailant
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Warning to dog owners after livestock farm animal attacks
The police have issued a warning over dogs killing farm animals. Sussex Police's Rural Crime Team has said that this time of year is when there is a rise in "livestock worrying". This is when farm animals on agricultural land are scared or
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Firefighters tackle blaze at scrap metal dealers
Firefighters were called to a blaze at a scrap metal recycling centre. It broke out at Light Brothers in Lewes at about 9.30pm in the evening. Four fire engines from Lewes, Preston Circus in Brighton and Uckfield were at the scene along with a
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Experienced ref and VAR appointed for Albion's game at Bramall Lane
Stuart Attwell will take charge of Albion’s game at Sheffield United. An experienced officiating line-up also includes Michael Oliver on VAR. Attwell’s last trip to Bramall Lane was for a rare Blades win as they beat Brentford 1-0. He was
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Bags of nappies and cat litter left by dog waste bins across town
Bags of "cat litter" and "nappies" have been left by dog waste bins. Crawley Borough Council has said that it will begin to investigate reports of this around the town and could even issue fines. The council said that this is because it is
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Stacey Solomon's 'Sort Your Life Out' show looking for Sussex families
You can apply to take part in a popular BBC1 show. Sussex families are needed to star in "Sort Your Life Out", which is presented by Loose Woman Stacey Solomon. The show follows families as they are helped by Stacey and her team to declutter
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The celebration goes on for Adingra ahead of his return to Albion
The party was today due to go on for Simon Adingra in Abidjan. The Albion and Ivory Coast winger has become a national hero and a rising international star. And he says it is one of the most beautiful moments of his life. Adingra was named
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Nan’s ten-year brain tumour battle inspires grandsons’ mountain trek
A great-grandmother who has lived more than ten years with a brain tumour has inspired her grandsons to climb the UK’s highest mountain to help fund vital research. Linda Cornford, a grandmother-of-ten from Eastbourne, was diagnosed with a meningioma
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New AI technology could save lives by finding mines in Ukraine
New artificial intelligence technology could save lives in Ukraine by detecting mines and unexploded bombs. Intelligence company Fenix Insights has teamed up with drone specialists to create an industry-first technology which can detect mines in
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Almost 4,000 patients treated at new urology centre in five months
A new health centre which specialises in urology has treated thousands of patients in just five months. The Urology Investigation and Treatment Centre at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath opened in October last year and has treated
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Abuse and neglect fears at ‘inadequate’ care home
Residents at an inadequate care home are at risk of abuse and neglect, a report has found. Walberton Place Care Home in Arundel has been put in special measures following the inspection from the Care Quality Commission in October. The home,
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Pro-Palestine activists protest at Labour election campaign launch
Pro-Palestinian activists protested outside a Labour campaign event to demand an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Around 40 people gathered outside St Augustine’s Arts and Events Centre in Stanford Avenue, Brighton, where
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Customers can now barter with cabbies over fare with taxi firm's 'revolutionary' app
A taxi firm boss is hoping his new app will “revolutionise” the private hire industry. Michael Safeen, owner of Taxis4U in Brighton, says the app allows a customer to negotiate a fare with his network of drivers before booking. Customers input
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Inside luxurious home with cinema room, gym and recording studio
A home with a cinema room, music studio, gym and two roof terraces is now up for sale. The property, in Withdean Road, Brighton, is currently on the market for £3.45 million. Estate agents Foster and Co said the five-bedroom home has a "striking
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Kebab shop owner's window smash nightmare days after he has a stroke
A kebab shop owner recovering from a mini stroke says he is devastated that the front window of his takeaway has been smashed. Hakan Og, 40, returned to work on February 4 after two weeks off sick due to the sudden illness, despite doctors warning
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Women's football team receives £1,500 donation from developer
A football team has received a large cash donation to support them during the upcoming season. Eastbourne Borough Football Club's women's team was given £1,500 from Barratt Homes to help the club continue to grow. The cash was from the developer's
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Nursery where safeguarding concerns were raised gets good Ofsted rating
A nursery where safeguarding concerns were raised has been rated good at its latest Ofsted inspection. Bunny Run Childcare in Sham Lane, Eridge Green, near Crowborough, called in the education watchdog in October last year with concerns about safeguarding
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First look at Sussex's new B&M store opening next week
Products are being loaded onto shelves ahead of the opening of a new B&M next week. Staff have begun placing a range of goods, including toilet roll, alcohol and candles at the soon-to-open store in the Guildbourne Centre in Worthing. The
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Refurbished public tennis courts reopen to community
Two public tennis courts have reopened after being refurbished. The courts at Church House Grounds in Church Road, Worthing, and Buckingham Park in Upper Shoreham Road, Shoreham, were given a "new lease of life". This included a complete resurfacing
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World's last seagoing paddle steamer to return to Sussex this autumn
The world’s last seagoing paddle steamer will be returning to Sussex this autumn. The PS Waverley, built in 1946, will be welcoming passengers in Eastbourne as part of its excursions along the South Coast and the Isle of Wight. The ship is
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Bowie-inspired clothing raises £5,000 for children's hospice
A children's hospice has been given £5,000 from the sale of clothing inspired by David Bowie. Chestnut Tree House in Arundel, which cares for children with life-limiting illnesses, received the money after the success of the range, which was created
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Best friends open new independent hair salon
A new hair salon has opened in the city. Himbo Hair, in Upper St James's Street, Kemp Town, Brighton, is a salon run by hair stylists Charlie Greene and Albert Pascall. The two best friends have combined experience of 20 years despite both
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Landlord prepares to bid farewell as he puts pub up for sale
A pub landlord is selling up so he can play more golf and enjoy retirement. Peter Wilson has been running the Hare and Hounds in Worthing for almost 17 years but says the time is now right for him to hand over the reins to someone new. Mr Wilson
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Woman's life changed for ever after friend threw pint glass at her
A woman who suffered serious head injuries caused by the “horrendous” actions of a former friend says her life has been changed for ever by the attack. The 24-year-old had a pint glass thrown at her by Lewis Hilton. She said the resulting life-changing