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Updates after critical incident declared in hospital A&E department
7:07pm According to University Hospitals Sussex, almost 30 beds are currently shut due to norovirus. More than 100
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Car engulfed in fire by the side of road
A car burst into flames on a rural road. The C-Class Mercedes was engulfed in flames by the side of Beacon Road in Ditchling earlier today. Fire crews say the car fire was put out this afternoon and no casualties were reported. The car
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Clothes stolen from charity donation banks
Police have reported high levels of theft from charity clothing banks. Adur and Worthing Police said items have been taken from Salvation Army donation bins across Lancing, Shoreham and Worthing.. They are now asking anyone who sees clothes
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People urged to stay away after at least 50 cliff falls in the last year
People have been urged to "stay away" after at least 50 incidents of cliff falls in the last year. As part of a continuing campaign to deter people from going near cliff edges and bases, numerous authorities in the county are reminding people of
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M23, A23 and A27 road closures to look out for in Sussex this weekend
A small number of motorway and A Road closures will affect Sussex traffic this weekend, according to National Highways England. These will mainly be on the A27 in the early hours of the morning for maintenance work. If you are set to be travelling
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Dangerous biker reached speeds of 80mph in 30mph zone
A dangerous motorcyclist who was seen riding at speeds of 80mph in a 30mph zone has been disqualified. Kieran Jones was recorded on a speed camera on the A22 in Eastbourne Road, Halland, on seven occasions. He reached as high as 80mph in a
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Inquest opens into death of teenager found on beach
An inquest has opened into the death of a teenager who was found dead on a beach. Lewis Glanfield, who had been reported missing at the time, was found by a passerby on Shoreham beach on March 29. Emergency services were called to the beach
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Why 'improving' Verbruggen will start in goal for Albion versus Arsenal
Bart Verbruggen will face Arsenal at the Amex as he makes a FIFTH successive start in goal for Albion. But Roberto De Zerbi says he is continuing to decide on his keepers on a match-by-match basis. The head coach says Verbruggen is improving
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Channel 4 show coming to Brighton and looking for contestants
A new Channel 4 series will be filming the “most exciting amateur piano players” in the country at Brighton Station. The Piano is a new series that wants pianists to play on public pianos in railway stations, as well as share their stories and
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Route, disruption and toilets: Everything you need to know about Brighton Marathon
Runners are preparing for an early start on Sunday as they take on the Brighton Marathon. This year’s race will start at 9.45am on April 7 with the thousands beginning their 26.2-mile challenge at Preston Park. Route The route is much the
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Woman and dog injured in rottweiler attack - police looking for man
Police are looking for a man they want to speak to after a dog attack left a woman and her pet injured. Sussex Police have released a CCTV image of the man following a report that a dog, believed to be a rottweiler, became loose outside a Tesco
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Press conference: De Zerbi reveals keeper choice ahead of Albion v Arsenal
2:28pm The non-embargoed section of the press conference has now concluded. My own questions, for use tomorrow, were following
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Student union officer to face terror offence trial over alleged Hamas support
A student union officer will face trial in June having denied expressing support for Hamas a day after the group’s attack on Israel. Hanin Barghouthi, 22, appeared in court on a terrorism charge after being accused of expressing an “opinion or
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Marathon boss kicks off weekend of events
The event director for Brighton Marathon has heralded the start of a new era for the event. Joe Carter is gearing up for one of the biggest weekends in the city's calendar as more than one year's worth of planning becomes a reality. Record
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England star in doubt for the Amex - as Arteta hopes his Arsenal side have a new aura
Bukayo Saka could miss Arsenal’s game at the Amex. The England winger missed his side’s 2-0 win over Luton on Wednesday with a muscle injury sustained during the goalless draw at Manchester City. He will be assessed by Arsenal medical staff
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Train services to be doubled on Brighton to Southampton line
Train services between Brighton and Southampton are set to be increased in a few months' time. Southern is adding stops at Woolston for its Southampton to Brighton route from June. The service between the two cities will also double in frequency
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Major development of over 200 affordable homes complete
A major housing development of 242 affordable homes is now complete. Denman Place, in Coldean Lane, Coldean, now has 127 council-rented properties, two wheelchair-accessible flats rented through Hyde and 113 shared ownership homes all ready to
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Brighton Dome boss to step down after 16 years
The chief executive of the Brighton Dome is to step down after 16 years at the helm. Andrew Comben, 50, who was also the boss of the Brighton Festival, announced his departure from the arts organisation this morning. He joined Brighton Dome
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Millions to save more than £900 from National Insurance cut this week
Millions of workers will receive a National Insurance cut in their next payslips as the new tax year gets underway. The main rate of employee national insurance will be cut by 2 per cent from 10 per cent to 8 per cent from April 6. It is the
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Tesco introduces new 10p charge at the checkout
Tesco has introduced a new 10p charge at some of its UK stores as part of a new trial. The supermarket giant is testing a new pilot scheme that sees customers given the option to buy a clothes hanger for 10p anytime they purchase F&F clothing
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Warning millions could be paying too much tax - how to check your tax code
New tax codes are being issued as we enter the 2024/25 financial year, but how can you make sure you are not overpaying? A tax code is used by an employer or pension provider in order to work out how much Income Tax to take from an individual's
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The 9 common garden plants that could devalue your home by thousands
As we approach the warmer months venturing back into the garden and nurturing all the plants forgotten over winter will prove tempting. But were you aware of the nine garden plants that you do not want anywhere near your own personal plot of peace
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How long it took Veltman to switch focus to Arsenal as he eyes big result at the Amex
Joel Veltman has targeted a big result at the Amex - after quickly switching attention to facing Arsenal tomorrow (5.30pm). The Albion defender had checked the Gunners’ line-up against Luton on Wednesday night within minutes of his team’s 0-0 draw
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Championship cricket is back - and new skipper has promotion goal for Sussex
John Simpson aims to lead Sussex back into the top flight after taking over as Championship captain. The close-season signing from Middlesex leads his side out for the first time today as they face relegated Northants at Hove in division two.
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Seafront sauna leaves venue until next autumn
A sauna has left its seafront location until next autumn. The Luna Hut Sauna, in the grounds of Sea Lanes in Madeira Drive, Brighton, is leaving for the summer as it only operates there in autumn and winter. READ MORE: Village home with pool
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Pothole fury reaches boiling point as road 'looks like it has been bombed'
A pothole-ridden street has been compared to a bomb site by an angry councillor. Two metre-wide potholes some ten inches deep are posing a major risk to drivers and pedestrians, according to fuming Alison Cornell. Motorists in Langley Drive
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Runner stops off in Brighton for eight marathons in eight weeks challenge
A personal trainer running eight marathons in eight weeks is raising money for his friends who live with a muscle wasting condition. Tom Penzer Adams will stop off in Brighton this weekend as part of his marathon challenge. The 36-year-old
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Plans to knock down derelict place of worship for flats refused
Plans to demolish a derelict place of worship in a "run down" area and replace it with flats and commercial space have been refused. PLK Investments Ltd wanted to transform the site made up of Gospel Hall and adjoining 2 Bedford Road in Worthing
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Prison nurse met up with patient and pair kissed on the beach
A prison nurse who met up with a patient after he was released from jail has been suspended. Karen Vergen was the primary care lead at HMP Lewes when she treated the inmate for high blood pressure among other concerns. She cared for him between
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Village home with pool, sauna and pond on the market for almost £4m
A house with its own pool, sauna and pond is on the market for almost £4 million. The nine-bed property, in Cuckfield Road, Ansty, near Haywards Heath, has not been up for sale for over two decades. According to estate agent Jackson-Stops,
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'Frustration and anger' at plans to close village bank
Residents and councillors are feeling "disappointment, frustration and anger" after a bank plans to close its final branch in the area. NatWest, in Churchill Parade, Rustington has informed the community that it plans to close this summer, leaving
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Dilapidated seafront shelter boarded up amid fears for safety
A dilapidated shelter on the seafront was boarded up during one of the first busy weekends of the year for tourism. Wooden hoardings cover the first shelter on Hove Promenade near the Peace Statue, blocking views to the sea. The Grade II listed
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Dog swimming dates at lido confirmed for this year
A lido has confirmed dates for its dog swimming events this year. Saltdean Lido will be holding several "Dogtember" sessions for canines in September. They will run over four consecutive weekends from September 14 until the weekend of October