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Bomb disposal unit called to Sussex beach
The bomb disposal unit has been called to a Sussex beach. Coastguard crews and the Royal Navy were at the scene on the coast near Birling Gap this evening. READ MORE: Beauty spot cordoned off after campers find unexploded bomb
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Film crews take over derelict city building for star-studded comedy movie
Film crews have taken over the grounds of a derelict city centre building. The team working on comedy film Promenade set up in the front courtyard of the Grade I listed Marlborough House in the Old Steine, Brighton. A high powered light with
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Child injured in hit and run crash
A child was injured in a hit and run. Police were called after an Audi hit a 14-year-old boy in Willingdon Drove, Eastbourne, at 8am on March 25. He suffered minor injuries. READ MORE: Man arrested after crash on A259 Now,
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The target which will fire Bournemouth when they face Albion is revealed
Bournemouth will be targeting a record Premier League points total when they face Albion. Head coach Andoni Iraola has challenged his side not to let their standards slip over the run-. The 13th-placed Cherries travel to Wolves tonight as host
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Dykes happy to go the distance as he enjoys third professional win
Harvey Dykes’ trainer has explained why he was happy to the distance in his latest win. The Brighton heavyweight outpointed Mikos Veletic from Bosnia and Herzegovina over six rounds at the York Hall in Bethnal Green. It was his third win out
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Woman 'pushed to the floor and chased' in unprovoked attack
A woman has suffered injuries to her leg, knee and hand after being "pushed to the floor and chased" by a man. The incident happened in Ferry Road, Shoreham, on Saturday night. A 30-year-old man from Worthing was arrested on suspicion of actual
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Police raid flat and seize drugs found inside
Police raided a flat and seized cannabis that was found inside. Officers were called after someone reported cannabis being grown in Station Road, Portslade, on Monday, April 22. READ MORE: Large scale cannabis farm found at Sussex
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The Rwanda Bill - how did your MP vote
The city's three MPs all voted against the controversial Rwanda immigration Bill. It will finally become law after a parliamentary showdown ended late into Monday night. Rishi Sunak's plans to send some asylum seekers to Africa have met fierce
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Boat capsizes off coast
A catamaran capsized off the coast of Brighton with rescue crews called to the scene. The alarm was raised just before noon on Sunday as the vessel was spotted upside down. Volunteers for the RNLI in Brighton set off on their inshore lifeboat
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'I hit him, then I panicked': Driver hit pedestrian and left him on pavement
A man who drove on the wrong side of the road hit a pedestrian and left him for dead. Nasko Naskov was driving in Rusper Road, Horsham, when he hit the walker who was left with a fractured skull. Naskov said: “I hit him, then I panicked”.
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Resident heard ‘loud smash’ as car crashed into hedge
A car left a “trail of destruction” after crashing in a residential street. The Mercedes crashed into a traffic island in Dyke Road, Hove, mounted the pavement, hit a utilities box and crashed into a hedge this morning. Debris was strewn across
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Woman's lover was upstairs to try on costume, murder conspiracy trial told
A woman accused of plotting with her lover to kill his wife told a neighbour he had been upstairs with her "because he was trying on a Father Christmas outfit". Sheila Bernarde said she went into Margaret Spooner’s home in November 1980 to see
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Sussex man selling rare sports car once owned by Formula 1 legend for £500k
A rare sports car once owned by Formula 1 legend Ayrton Senna has hit the market for £500,000. Robert McFagan, from Whitesmith, near Lewes, is selling the red Honda NSX, one of three owned by Senna. The car was kept at the Brazilian star's
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Tributes pour in for beloved drag queen and 'unsung hero' of the LGBTQ+ community
Tributes have poured in for a beloved drag queen and “unsung hero” of the LGBTQ+ community. Organisations, charities, fellow drag queens and the Brighton and Hove community have spoken of their shock and heartbreak at the death of Miss Jason, whose
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Woman found dead at house
A woman has been found dead at a house. Police were called to a concern for a woman’s welfare at a property in Chestnut Walk, Tangmere at around 10am on April 22. Sussex Police said an 83-year-old woman was found dead at the scene. Her
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Tesco to open ANOTHER store in city centre
Tesco is opening another store in Brighton. The supermarket chain has submitted a planning application for new signs at the former Currys unit in Western Road, Brighton, for the new Tesco Express. Tesco already has stores a short walk away
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Play-off picture will become clearer for Crawley as they plan for final push
Crawley’s play-off equation will become clear tonight as they prepare for their final match of the League Two season. Reds are clinging on to seventh spot, despite taking just two points from four games since the brilliant win at Mansfield.
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A Brighton way of playing? How Albion coaches are sharing ideas and experiences
Albion are pooling knowledge and experience as they bid to remain ahead of the game in top-flight football. Coaches from men’s and women’s set-ups have got their heads together as they establish a club way of playing. The Seagulls’ style has
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Dr Michael Mosley reveals the alcoholic drink that can actually improve health
Dr Michael Mosley has revealed the benefits of a certain type of alcohol, and it's good news for enthusiasts of this particular drink. Typically, and this won't come as much of a surprise, alcoholic drinks rarely spell good news for your overall
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Surfers to protest against sewage pollution
Surfers Against Sewage is protesting against sewage pollution this May. Ocean charity Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) is organising a Paddle Out Protest against sewage pollution on the beach by Brighton's West Pier on May 18. SAS claims water
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Blue badge holders warned of £1,000 fines if they do not act in time
Blue Badge holders have been warned they could face fines of up £1,000 if they do not take action. Blue Badges help people with disabilities or health conditions park closer to their destination. They cost £10 in England, £20 in Scotland, and
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Millions warned about faulty smart meters - how to check
Households have been warned how they can spot potentially faulty smart energy meters. It is estimated that almost 4 million smart meters are not working properly, due to not entering ‘smart mode’. Smart mode allows your meter to automatically
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Lloyds, Halifax & Barclays bank branches set to close within weeks
Hundreds of high street bank branches closed their doors for good last year, with a similar number set to shut in 2024. Among the nearly 200 locations set for closure this year are 27 UK bank branches that are shutting down within the next month
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Breaking little-known bin rule could see you fined £80
UK homeowners have been warned they could be fined £80 for making a common wheelie bin mistake. The little known rule could see homeowners hit with a fixed penalty notice whenever their wheelie bin is judged to be causing a nuisance. Gardening
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Recap: Car crashes into hedge leaving 'trail of destruction'
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Albion have been blunt since Blades trip - now De Zerbi searches for route to goal
Albion are working to regain the goal-power which can take them to a strong end to the season. The Seagulls have been the lowest scorers in the Premier League over the two months since their 5-0 win at Sheffield United. Seven league games since
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Top of the table - but Sussex coach says Hove win got a bit nervy
Sussex have their first win of the season - but Paul Farbrace said it was a bit nervy. Cheteshwar Pujara finished unbeaten on 44 as the county reached their victory target of 144 against Gloucestershire at Hove. They got there with six wickets
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New mental health care home for dementia patients approved
A new mental health care home for dementia patients has been approved. The Whytecliffe Group, which runs Arundel Park Lodge Nursing Home at 22 and 24 Arundel Drive East, Saltdean, submitted a planning application for 26 Arundel Drive East last
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New sushi restaurant to open in city centre
A sushi restaurant will be opening in the city centre this summer. The Sushi Co chain, which has a number of eateries across London, is going to welcome customers to its first Sussex branch in Western Road, Brighton, this June. The company
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Work begins on major development of more than 100 eco-friendly homes
Work has started on a major new eco-friendly housing development. An agreement between housing association Aster Group and developer Thakeham, worth an estimated £58 million, will see 120 new homes across a 19-acre site in Burgess Hill. Named
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Just weeks left to have your say on clearer food packaging, animal charity says
An animal charity is demanding clearer labelling on animal food products to promote informed choices on what we eat. The RSPCA has urged the public to have their say on a government consultation looking at clearer labels on pork, chicken and eggs
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Opening date for new Dunelm in Sussex revealed
The opening date for Sussex’s newest Dunelm has been revealed. The new store in Brighton Retail Park in the city's Carden Avenue will open its doors on May 30 banners on the shopfront announce. Situated in the former Next unit, the store has
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New ambulance tracking system speeds up treatment times in hospital
A new ambulance tracking system is speeding up treatment times at a hospital. The Princess Royal in Haywards Heath has made a series of "innovative changes" to emergency care to make sure patients are seen more quickly. This includes a new
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Applications for Rampion Wind Farm community benefit fund open
Cash is up for grabs from the Rampion Community Benefit Fund 2024. It is managed by the Sussex Community Foundation and gives money towards projects which enhance communities and support the environment. Charities, community groups and not-for-profit
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New walking weekend event launched as part of festival
A new walking event kicks off next month. The Walking Weekend, organised by Eastbourne's Walking Festival team, will be held on May 4 and 5. The free event offers guided walks through the countryside along a routes that vary in length and difficulty
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New menu items to be introduced at Brighton's Wetherspoon pubs
Three Wetherspoon pubs in Brighton will introduce new dishes to their menus next month. From May 1, The Bright Helm in West Street, The Post and Telegraph in North Street and The West Quay in Brighton Marina Village will serve new products including
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Car crashes into house just metres from sleeping woman after 110mph police chase
A DANGEROUS driver has been put behind bars after reaching truly shocking speeds on residential roads. The 110mph police chase, which covered around 20 miles, ended with Jack Watson smashing into a garden wall, parked car and house – narrowly missing
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Shopping centre supports community events including airshow
A shopping centre is supporting two major community events this year. The Beacon in Terminus Road, Eastbourne, is sponsoring Eastbourne Carnival and the Airbourne airshow. The carnival, whose theme is Into The Wild, is on May 25. It will
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Ambulance station could be demolished and replaced with four-storey block of flats
An empty ambulance station could be demolished and replaced with a four-storey block of flats. Plans have been submitted to Arun District Council proposing to demolish the existing building in Paterson Wilson Road, Littlehampton, and instead turn
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Part of A27 to be closed for weeks
Part of the A27 will be closed for weeks for resurfacing works. The A road will be shut overnight on sections between Crossbush and Poling near Arundel from Monday, April 29, to Friday, May 17. National Highways said resurfacing and improvements
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People asked to become hosts for Ukrainian refugees
People are being asked to consider becoming hosts for Ukrainian refugees. Brighton and Hove City Council said it is looking for more hosts who can provide a home for at least six months through the government's Homes For Ukraine scheme. The