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LIVE: General Election results come in from across Sussex
2:55pm We will end our live coverage here but thank you for following all evening for what is a momentous day in Sussex
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Euros-winning England star says she could not turn down chance to join Albion
England star Fran Kirby says she could not turn down the chance to join Albion. The 72-times capped international left Chelsea at the end of last season. Kirby was keen to stay in the WSL and is excited by what she saw with the Seagulls.
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Albion and young England goalkeeper heads back out on loan after impressive season
Albion goalkeeper James Beadle is returning to Sheffield Wednesday on loan. The season-long deal sees the junior England international, 19, rejoin the club he helped avoid relegation from the Championship with some impressive displays last term
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Machete-wielding thug slashed friend in the street after drinking in his flat
A machete-wielding man launched a frenzied attack on his friend after they had been drinking, leaving him with life-threatening injuries. William Miller slashed Ryan Greer in his head and hand after the pair got in an argument while drinking at
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Fatboy Slim, dogs and a man dressed as a poo join voters on polling day
Droves of people have been seen heading into churches, community halls and sports clubs to cast their vote in Sussex for what is expected to be a historic General Election. But there have also been many more sights to behold at the stations including
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Pub restaurant will close as site due to be taken over by Premier Inn
A pub restaurant is set to close its doors to visitors as it will only serve hotel guests in the future. The Acorn in Burgess Hill town centre will close its doors today as it is set to be taken over by the neighbouring Premier Inn. The hotel
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Pub trips to bungee jumps: A look back at the General Election campaign in Sussex
Sussex has been a political battlefield this general election with parties drawing up battle lines and calling in the troops to win over swathes of blue voters. Both Labour and the Liberal Democrats had their eyes on several seats in the county
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Banned driver jailed after being found with falsified insurance documents
A disqualified driver has been jailed after he was stopped again. Mitchell Wilton had been disqualified from driving in court on January 13 2022. Then on June 13 that year Roads Policing Unit (RPU) officers found Wilton behind the wheel of
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Updates as crash on A23 closes lane
7:31pm Thank you for following our live blog Police have been contacted for more information following a crash on
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Piano teacher abused position of trust and sexually assaulted young boys
A piano teacher “abused his position of trust to take advantage of young boys” when he sexually assaulted two pupils nearly 60 years ago. Anthony Roberts sexually assaulted two boys at Boarzell School in Etchingham north of Robertsbridge between
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Couple 'could not vote in General Election' after holiday postal vote issues
A couple said their postal votes failed to arrive after posties were told to “prioritise parcels”. Sandra Javens and her husband Dave are away in France and unable to vote in today’s General Election despite applying for postal votes over a month
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Albion coach is a big fan in the stand as Verbruggen does club proud at Euros
Jack Stern is supporting Bart Verbruggen at Euro 2024. The Albion goalkeeping coach was in the stands in Munich to see him help Holland beat Romania 3-0 in the last 16. After months of goalkeeper rotation, Verbruggen emerged as the Seagulls
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Feyenoord give clear sign Wieffer can go - with Albion believed to be leading race
Albion were today believed to be favourites to complete a deal for Holland midfielder Mats Wieffer. A well-placed source in Holland understands the player has been given the green light by Feyenoord to talk to the Seagulls over personal terms.
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Missions accomplished - now Japan star looks forward to playing for Albion
Albion’s new Japanese international has revealed she fulfilled two top targets before heading to the WSL. Kiko Seike will link up with the Seagulls’ after playing for her country in the forthcoming Olympics. The 27-year-old arrives from Urawa
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Gardener worked at same house for 25 years then stole from the owners
A gardener and his accomplice have been jailed for stealing thousands of pounds from their employers. Robert Mansbridge was a gardener for a property in Portsmouth Lane, Lindfield, near Haywards Heath, for 25 years, but together with Craig Preston
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How to watch the results come in live overnight - general election TV guide
Today, Thursday, July 4, millions of Brits will be heading to the polls as they vote for who they think should be the next Prime Minister of the UK and the next government. This is the first general election since the 2019 edition that saw the
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Amid PSR, points deductions, Man City charges, Bloom says Albion can ignore the noise
Tony Bloom says Albion will ignore background noise – and help Fabian Huerzeler get them as high up the Premier League as possible. The Seagulls are preparing for the new season against a backdrop of potential rivals struggling to meet profit and
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Man taken to hospital after fight
A man has been arrested after a fight. Police were called to Battle Road, St Leonards, at about 9.30pm on Wednesday, July 3. A 45-year-old local man was taken to hospital with a serious but not life-threatening injury. READ MORE: 'Gold
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Why are pencils used at polling stations and can you use a pen instead?
Occasions such as general elections and local elections will see people go to their local polling stations to vote in person. There are a number of rules to follow, including not taking or posting any pictures of the inside of the polling station
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Six-year-old boy died after 'slap therapy' treatment, court hears
A slap therapy healer was previously convicted after a six-year-old boy died having attending his workshops, a court has heard. Hongchi Xiao, 61, of Cloudbreak, California, allegedly told the boy’s parents to stop giving him insulin shortly before
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No trains between two Sussex towns ALL DAY after incident
2:38pm Disruption until 5pm Rail replacement bus shuttle service is set to continue until 5pm as disruption continues
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Key quality which stood out as Albion spoke to new boss - and fans have seen it too
Paul Barber believes Albion fans and the media have seen the communication skills which help make Fabian Huerzeler the man to take them forward. The chief executive and deputy chairman gave some insight into the conversations which preceded, and
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As it happened: Voters go to the polls for the General Election
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MP hopefuls visit foodbank church service
Candidates hoping to become MPs attended a church service in support of a food bank. The Chichester District Food Bank fed 9,150 people in the last year - 57 per cent of which were children - and its bosses hope that the next MP for the area will
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Sussex fire station manager to cycle 100 miles in memory of colleagues
A West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service station manager will cycle 100 miles in memory of two of his colleagues. On Saturday, Jamie Cox will begin his ride from Winchester Fire Station and head across the South Downs Way to Eastbourne. He will
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Parliamentary candidate's office vandalised days before election
An MP candidate's office was vandalised two days before the General Election and a cash reward is being offered for information. Independent Tanushka Marah's campaign office in Hove was attacked overnight on Tuesday. Two campaigners arrived
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Big Butterfly Count to begin this month
The Big Butterfly Count event begins next week. People living in Sussex are encouraged to take part in the count between July 12 and August 4. Arun District Council said people simply need to find a spot and record the species of butterflies
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Kitten with cloudy eye is looking for forever home
Two four-month-old kittens that were born outside with no owners are looking for their forever home. Worthing Cat Welfare Trust, which is currently caring for the kittens, said the male, Alfie, has a cloudy eye with probably no eyesight. This
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Warning about dangers of barbecue ashes left on beach after teenager injured
People have been urged to be careful when having barbecues on beaches after a teenager was injured. The teenager burnt his foot on a beach in Southwick after standing on hot ashes which had been left on the stones from a portable barbecue.
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Aquarium hosts big beach clean-up
An aquarium is hosting a big beach clean-up next week. The Sealife Centre in Madeira Drive, Brighton, has organised a public litter-pick on Friday, July 12 at 11am. The event is free to participate and suitable for the whole family. READ
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Theatre celebrates 110th anniversary and aims to keep 'creating memories'
A much-loved independent cinema and theatre is celebrating its 110th anniversary. The Connaught in Worthing opened on July 29, 1914, as The Picturedrome and was the town's first purpose-built cinema. Now, having survived two World Wars and
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Manufacturer begins production in new village factory
A door manufacturer has opened a new factory in the county. Forza Doors Ltd has begun production at a new 16,000sqft site in Star Road Industrial Estate, Partridge Green. The factory is a £3 million investment by the company and is expected
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Unspoilt sandy beach where dogs are welcome all year round
Sussex beaches have been looking picture-postcard in the recent sunny weather. Camera club snappers are making the most of the sunshine while it lasts with some beautiful shots of the coast from Chichester Harbour to Camber Sands. Yvonne Kinasz
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Primary school once requiring improvement now rated good by Ofsted
A primary school that once required improvement has now been graded "good" by Ofsted. Willingdon Primary School in Eastbourne was visited by inspectors last month. The school was praised for being inclusive and welcoming to newcomers and was
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Axed couple who matched on Married At First Sight have finally tied the knot
A couple who were matched on Married At First Sight and tracked each other down when their episode was cancelled have tied the knot. Ally Todd, 39, from Worthing, and her partner, Paul, 36, were due to appear on the reality TV show in March 2020
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'It's been neglected for years': Loved ones complain over state of graveyard
People visiting a graveyard have complained that the site has become so overgrown it is now a hazard. Hove Cemetery in Old Shoreham Road, Hove, has caused upset for visitors who think the cemetery has been left neglected and uncared for. One
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'Brilliant' nursery purchased by growing company
A children's nursery has been purchased by a growing company. Home From Home in New Church Road, Hove, was bought by nursery group iStep Learning this year. The facility, which is in a converted Victorian property, is now part of the group's
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Mum slams school as children 'up in arms' over end of year celebrations
A mother has slammed her daughter’s primary school for not celebrating the end of her step up to secondary school properly. Samantha North said 11-year-old Lea would be going on a two-day residential trip to celebrate the end of Year 6 – but other
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General Election 2024: Do I need ID to vote?
As millions of us head to polling stations to cast our vote at today's General Election, it is important to remember ID so that you can make your voice heard. For the first time at a UK General Election, voters in England, Wales and Scotland will