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Albion hail new midfield signing as one of the best in Europe
Albion believe they have signed one of the best players of his type in Europe in the form of Mats Wieffer. The Holland midfielder arrives from Feyenoord on a five-year deal for a fee believed to be about £25 million. Wieffer was ruled out of
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Huerzeler's home debut picked by TV as one of three early-season fixture changes
Fabian Huerzeler’s first home game as Albion head coach has caught the eyes of the broadcasters. The visit of Manchester United to the Amex on Saturday, August 24, will kick-off at 12.30pm and is live on TNT Sports. TNT have also picked up
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Police car involved in four-vehicle crash on A27
A police car was involved in a four-vehicle crash this morning with the road closed in both directions. A stationary Sussex Police car was assisting a broken down vehicle on the A27 Polegate Bypass when it became involved in a collision with three
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Returning loanees and players ruled out by injury get back to work with Albion
Pervis Estupinan is back at work with the Albion squad as they target the new season. The Ecuador left-back was shown undergoing tests on the return to training. He has missed the current Copa America due to an ankle operation and is expected
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Police appeal following altercation between man and woman
Police are appealing for information following an altercation between a man and a woman. Officers attended reports of a disturbance in Luxford Road, Crowborough, on June 15 shortly after 5pm. No injuries were reported. READ MORE: Man arrested
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Police chase motorcyclist for 50 miles through Sussex
Police cars and a helicopter pursued a motorcyclist for 50 miles and arrested him for five offences. The chase took place across West Sussex and Brighton after officers were alerted to a suspected stolen motorbike at 4.30pm on Thursday. Police
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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 M23 and A27 in the early hours of the morning for maintenance work. If you are set to
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Out on penalties but Sarmiento has been one of the pluses of Copa America
Jeremy Sarmiento impressed again for Ecuador at the Copa America. But the quarter-finals ended in disappointment as they went out to Argentina on penalties. A late goal by Union St-Gilloise’s Kevin Rodriguez secured a 1-1 draw for La Tri.
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Updates as traffic stopped on M23 due to vehicle on fire
3:33pm Police confirm attendance Sussex police have confirmed that they assisted the fire service and highways teams
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Police appeal after banner worth hundreds of pounds damaged
Police have launched an identity appeal after an advertising banner worth hundreds of pounds was damaged by two people. Sussex Police have released an image of a person they would like to speak to in connection with the incident, which took place
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Man arrested after motorbike owner threatened with crowbar and screwdrivers
A man has been arrested after an attempted motorbike robbery . Officers were called to Goring Road, Goring, after reports of three men wielding screwdrivers and a crowbar and threatening the motorbike owner on Friday, June 28. Following this
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Person rescued from harbour as vessel battered by rock wall
A person was rescued from a harbour by helicopter after a vessel got into difficulty. HM Coastguard was called to Newhaven Harbour yesterday, July 4, following reports of a vessel in difficulty. A boat could be seen crashing into the rock wall
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'I'll always miss you' - Tributes to hit and run victim as £500 reward is offered
A bereaved sister said she “will always miss” her brother after he was killed in a hit-and-run. Russell Ward was struck by a motorbike in Priory Road, Hastings, in May and died at the scene after the biker rode away. Two months on from his
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Two men convicted for class A county drug line
Two men who were part of a class A county line drug dealing scheme have been convicted. The drug line, known as ‘JJ’, ran from London to Crawley and facilitates the sale of class A drugs. Police arrested Al Yasa Ismail, the alleged holder of
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New Green councillor wants to 'hold Labour to account' as he returns to job
A councillor says he wants to “hold Labour to account” after being re-elected to the ward he last served five years ago. Ollie Sykes represented Brunswick and Adelaide in Hove as a Green between 2011 and 2019. On Thursday he was re-elected
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Cocaine and heroin in Airbnb where pub landlord and girlfriend found dead
A pub landlord died in an Airbnb filled with illegal drugs during a post-pandemic holiday in Portugal, an inquest has heard. Adam Odling and his partner Sarah Curr were found dead in an apartment near the cathedral in the centre of Porto on January
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Veterans treated to a day out at the seaside
Military veterans were treated to fun, food and entertainment at Worthing Pier. The group, including some from World War Two, enjoyed a trip to the coast thanks to the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans, which holds events and outings to combat
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Burst water mains causes disruption
A burst water main has caused significant disruption. Despite the efforts of Southern Water the problem has become worse since it was spotted in Ditchling Road, Brighton, on Thursday morning, according to residents. Southern Water initially
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'It is the privilege of my life' - reaction after Labour take Hastings and Rye
Hastings and Rye has elected a new MP, with Labour taking the seat from the Conservatives. In the early hours of Friday morning (July 5), Labour and Co-Operative Party candidate Helena Dollimore was elected as the new member of parliament for Hastings
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Tory MP 'humbled and honoured' to represent new constituency after election
A Conservative MP says she is “humbled and honoured” to serve her new constituency after moving across Sussex to a safer seat. Mims Davies was elected to the new East Grinstead and Uckfield constituency, previously part of the Wealden constituency
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'This is a difficult day' - Rishi Sunak gives final Downing Street statement as PM
Rishi Sunak apologised to the country following a landslide Conservative defeat in the 2024 general election, describing it as a "difficult day". Labour swept to victory, having claimed 412 seats at the time of writing with just two left to declare
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Tory MP loses seat in constituency which has remained blue for over 100 years
A constituency which had been held by the Conservative Party for over a century has fallen to the Lib Dems as Rishi Sunak’s government has crumbled in Sussex. Horsham MP Jeremy Quin had been the latest in a line of Tory politicians who had held
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Former council leader ousts Tory health minister as Lib Dems sweeps over Sussex
Tory minister Maria Caulfield has been ousted from Lewes after James MacCleary became the latest Lib Dem MP in a yellow tidal wave sweeping Sussex. Former Lewes council leader Mr MacCleary ousted Ms Caulfield, taking a majority of over 12,000 votes
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'Happy but it is daunting to have that level of faith in you' - Labour win Crawley
Peter Lamb has been elected Crawley’s new MP. There were cheers from the Labour faithful as the announcement was made by Returning Officer Ian Duke at K2 Leisure Centre, shortly after 6.40am. Eight candidates vied for the position following
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Updates as crash on A27 closes bypass
6:33pm Thank you for following our live updates A police car was involved in a four vehicle crash this morning on
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Is Albion talent-spotting secret out - or is this why they can still lead the field?
It is that time of the year when Albion are linked with moves for various young players around the world. Some stories will be true, some will have an element of truth. Others might be using the club’s name as a way to drive interest (which
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Woman sexually assaulted in marina car park
A man has pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a woman at the marina. Obaidullah Walizada was in the Brighton Marina Car Park underpass when he spotted the woman cycling. As she stopped her bike and got off, Walizada approached her and grabbed
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Teenage girl sexually assaulted in broad daylight
A teenage girl was sexually assaulted in broad daylight. The 14-year-old was walking in Saville Gardens, Billingshurst, when she was assaulted by a man described as between the ages of 60 and 70. The man, who was wearing a dark beanie, was
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Mills reveals what has changed - and why he can aim to be ever-present for Sharks
Tymal Mills has taken more wickets than any other Sussex player in this year’s T20 Vitality Blast. Perhaps just as significantly, he is the only man across all 18 counties to have sent down the maximum 192 fair deliveries in the first eight rounds
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Red and yellow tidal wave sweeps away Tories during historic election night
A red and yellow tidal wave swept away the Tories in Sussex during a historic General Election. Despite Labour overthrowing the Conservatives in several seats and winning nationally it was arguably the Liberal Democrats’ night in the county after
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‘Lies and gaslighting’: Carol Vorderman goes on anti-Tory election rant
Former Countdown star Carol Vorderman has condemned years of “corruption, lies and gaslighting” from the Conservative Party as Labour won a landslide General Election victory. Vorderman appeared on Channel 4's live election coverage and began celebrating
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What is Sir Keir Starmer's net worth and how he made his money
The general election results have declared that Sir Keir Starmer will take over the role of Prime Minister from Rishi Sunak after the Labour Party gained more votes. Labour won a 403 majority while the Conservatives were hit with a 110which resulted
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Greens hold flagship Brighton Pavilion seat with new candidate
Sian Berry swept aside her political rivals to retain the Green Party’s flagship seat in Brighton Pavilion. The former London Assembly member, who has moved to Brighton, retained the seat previously held by Caroline Lucas. Despite expectations
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Peter Kyle retains large majority after remarkable night for Labour
Peter Kyle has retained his seat in Hove and Portslade after a remarkable night for the Labour Party. He has held the seat since 2015 and retains a large majority. Turnout was 70.42 per cent, a fall from 2019’s 76.09 per cent. Mr Kyle is
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'We did it': Sir Keir Starmer gives victory speech after Labour landslide win
Sir Keir Starmer said the UK was again experiencing the “sunlight of hope” after a Labour landslide put him on course to be the next prime minister. Tory leader Rishi Sunak conceded defeat after a “sobering” night for his party which saw a record
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Conservative Party holds Bognor and Littlehampton
The Conservative Party holds Bognor and Littlehampton. The Tories' Alison Griffiths won Bognor and Littlehampton with 15,678 votes. She replaces Nick Gibb who stood down. Labour's Clare Walsh came second with 13,913. Sandra Daniells
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New 'luxury' flats are not fit to live in due to leak and repairs
New “luxury” flats require extensive repairs before they can be let out to people on the housing waiting list. Brighton and Hove City Council bought the Kubic Apartments, in Whitehawk Road, last year for a seven-figure sum after the building was
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Wine estate 'over the moon' after winning award for best sparkling wine
A wine estate is "over the moon" after winning an award. Ridgeview won a Sparkling Wine of the Year award at the Sommelier Wine Awards 2024 for its Bloomsbury Magnum NV. Head winemaker Simon Roberts said: "We are so proud to win the Sommelier
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British astronaut Tim Peake wants to return to space despite retiring last year
An astronaut is hoping to return to space despite retiring last year. From humble beginnings in Westbourne, near Chichester, Tim Peake knew he wanted to be in the air – whether it be as part of the military, a test pilot or an astronaut. Tim
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Millions paid out in childbirth and maternity negligence claims at scandal-hit trust
More than £68 million has been paid out in childbirth and maternity medical negligence claims relating to care at a Sussex NHS Trust. NHS Resolution paid millions in damages in the five years from 2017/18 to 2022/23 in claims over care at University
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Man tried to run over group after harassing woman
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man tried to run over a group of people. Police were called to an altercation in Bilsham Road, Yapton, to reports of a man harassing a woman. He is then said to have attempted to run over a group of
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Nature enthusiasts make the most of countryside
This week, Argus Camera Club snappers have been out enjoying the countryside and the nature that surrounds us. The recent sunny weather encouraged residents to explore the rural side of Sussex. Philip Carter visited Cowdray Park in Midhurst
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Man charged with sexually assaulting children under six
A man has been charged with multiple sexual offences against a boy and a girl under six. Andrew Evans, 38, is accused of sexual assault by penetration on a boy, sexual assault by touching on a girl and two counts of sexual assault by penetration
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Archaeological dig to take place at historic castle
An archaeological dig is set to take place at a historic castle. The excavation will be carried out on a Roman Site at Bodiam Castle from July 27 until August 17. During this three-week period, excavation teams will be at the site from 10am
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'They are everywhere' - outrage as car park of council flats infested with rats
A car park of a council-owned block of flats is infested with rats, residents and a councillor said. Amy Stewart, who lives in Kite Place in Whitehawk, Brighton, said that unkempt and overgrown greenery has attracted hordes of rats to the car park
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Pharmacist helps save life of teen who came in with 'sore throat'
A pharmacist helped save a teenager's life after referring him to A&E when he came in with a "sore throat". Helen Carey, who works at the Boots in High Street, Storrington, had a mum come in to ask about her 16-year-old son, who was at home
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Hospital building wins two awards for its design
A hospital building has won two awards for the way it was designed. The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust's Louisa Martindale Building (LMB) in Brighton won the Healthcare Design award and the Interior Design and Arts award at the
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The Coal Shed launches new summer menu before relocating
A restaurant has launched some new limited-edition dishes ahead of relocating later this year. The Coal Shed has launched exclusive set menus as part of its farewell to its Boyce's Street restaurant in Brighton. The dishes will be available
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People surprised not to be charged £1 Pier entry fee - bosses reveal free times
People visiting the Palace Pier have expressed their surprise at not being charged £1 to enter. Brighton Palace Pier announced it was introducing an entry fee in May. The fee was due to be in place "during peak trading periods" in the summer
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French bistro closes and owners look for new business to take over the site
A popular French bistro has closed and the restaurant site has gone on the market. Cas-Croute in Hove’s Queen Place closed last month having served “exquisite food in a modern, relaxed setting” for more than a year. Opening in 2023, the restaurant
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Labour council leader takes long-held Tory seat
Labour has taken a long-held Tory seat in Sussex. Leader of Worthing Borough Council Beccy Cooper has unseated Conservative Sir Peter Bottomley, who was the MP since the constituency's creation in 1997. She took the win with 20,519 votes. Sir
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Constituency elects its first ever Labour MP
East Worthing and Shoreham has elected its first Labour MP. Former Lambeth councillor Tom Rutland won the seat with 22,126 votes. Conservative Leila Williams got 12,601 votes. The seat has been held since 1997 by Conservative Tim Loughton
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Election Result: Rishi Sunak wins Richmond & Northallerton seat
Rishi Sunak has won his seat in the Richmond and Northallerton constituency, avoiding becoming the first sitting Prime Minister to lose his seat. Mr Sunak, who was previously MP for Richmond, has become the new MP for Richmond and Northallerton
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Chris Ward wins Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven after short campaign
Chris Ward has won Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven after a short campaign. Mr Ward was selected to represent Labour in the seat on May 31 after Lloyd Russell-Moyle, who had held the seat since 2017, was suspended from the party two days prior.
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Tories hold Sussex Weald but vote share drops dramatically
Conservative MP Nus Ghani has held her seat in Sussex Weald. She got 16,758 votes but the Tory's share of votes was down 29.6 per cent since 2019. LIVE: General Election results come in from across Sussex Reform gained 8,920 votes, or 18.1
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Liberal Democrats overthrow Tories in Eastbourne
The Liberal Democrats have overthrown the Conservatives in Eastbourne. In the first Sussex result to be called, Josh Babarinde defeated former MP Caroline Ansell with 23,742 votes. Caroline Ansell received 11,538 votes. Eastbourne was another
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Gillian Keegan ousted from seat Tories have held for over 100 years
Gillian Keegan has been ousted from a Tory stronghold which has been held by the party for 100 years. The former Chichester MP lost the seat to Liberal Democrat Jess Brown-Fuller. Ms Brown-Fuller won with 25,540 votes compared to Ms Keegan's
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Nigel Farage becomes MP at 8th time of asking with Clacton victory
Nigel Farage has won Clacton for his Reform Party, becoming an MP at the eighth time of asking. Mr Farage, who had been given a 95% chance of winning the Clacton seat ahead of the election, claimed 21,225 votes, a majority of. He saw off the
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Jeremy Corbyn wins Islington North, as Labour challenge comes up short
Jeremy Corbyn has held his seat of Islington North, where he has been MP since 1983, holding off the Labour challenge. The former Labour leader was standing as an Independent candidate after being kicked out of the party. Mr Corbyn secured
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Sir Keir Starmer holds Holborn & St Pancras and is set to become Prime Minister
Sir Keir Starmer has held his Holborn and St Pancras seat as he is set to become the next Prime Minister of the UK. Starmer collected 18,884 votes to win with a majority of more than 11,000 votes. The Labour leader is set to become the next
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Former Prime Minister Liz Truss loses South West Norfolk seat
Former Prime Minister Liz Truss has lost her South West Norfolk seat. Ms Truss held a majority of more than 20,000 votes from the 2019 General Election, but has lost her seat to the Labour candidate. Labour's Terry Jermy received 11,847 votes