The Argus

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:41:55 +0100
Pictures show mass police presence as station sealed off
Pictures capture the moment

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pensioner injured after slipping on 'serious hazard' in Boots
A pensioner who injured her back after slipping on a wet floor at Boots on North Street in Brighton said the situation "isn't good enough"

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular bakery chain to open new 'bitesize' outlet outside supermarket
Horsham District Council has given the nod to Greggs to operate a bakery pod outside the Tesco Superstore on Wickhurst Lane, Broadbridge Heath, Horsham.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Former nightclub used as TV bomb factory seeking new tenants
The premises of 59 West Street, Brighton, has been listed for let by property agents Eightfold Property.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
From fancy cakes to fresh scones, this is an afternoon tea worth celebrating
As a relatively light eater, I’m a big fan of afternoon tea.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nearly 200-year-old pub given new lease of life under new management
A historic pub in Lewes is being given a new lease of life.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Businesses fear tobacco and vapes laws 2026 will fuel illegal tobacco trade
Business owners in Brighton fear that the incoming Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026 will push young people towards illegally sourced tobacco products.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Beautiful' town in Sussex countryside named one of the most hospitable in England
The East Sussex county town of Lewes was included in a list of the nine most hospitable towns in England by travel website World Atlas.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Almost two thirds of Brighton would opt for a ‘phone-free’ wedding
A new wedding trends survey reveals that almost two thirds (62 per cent) of people in Brighton would opt for a ‘phone-free’ wedding, suggesting uninterrupted and meaningful ceremonies are on the rise.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:11:51 +0100
Live updates as major road partially blocked by crash
A car crash has partially blocked a major road near Eastbourne

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Huge new charity superstore set to open at busy retail park
A new charity superstore is set to open in Newhaven retail park.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sleeper announce major UK tour with Turin Brakes as special guests
Sleeper are hitting the road once again with biggest UK tour since reforming.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Law students help real clients through two new legal clinics
Law students are gaining hands-on experience while supporting real clients through university-led clinics.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Luxury park home development expands with 55 more properties
New homes are now on the market as part of growing luxury park home community in East Sussex.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New approach to tackling flooding to be piloted amid climate concerns
Worthing set to pilot a fresh approach to tackling flooding across West Sussex.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hospice asks public to share memories and photos from its early years
A hospice is inviting the public to share memories, photos and stories from early years to help mark its history.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council warns new planning rules ‘strike at heart of local democracy'
Rother council has raised concerns over new planning rules.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cost of moving home tops £22,000 despite fall in annual bill
Homeowners are facing steep bill to move house, with new data revealing just how much they need to budget.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
University staff deserve a voice, not to have their rights stripped away
A few weeks ago, staff at Brighton University got the news that their unions had been given nine months before they would be de-recognised.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Prostate health event sees record turnout as more than 1,200 men tested
A record-breaking 1,206 men were tested in a single day during community prostate health event.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
King celebrates cadet forces during first-ever National Cadets Week
The King has praised UK’s cadet forces for helping young people develop “resilience, responsibility and a sense of purpose.”

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Parents turn away from primary schools after poor Ofsted ratings
Parents are turning away from schools with poor Ofsted reports.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Strictly stars announce Vegas-themed UK dance tour at Congress Theatre
A brand new dance tour is heading to the stage, promising all glitz and glamour of Las Vegas.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New 10,500 sq ft superstore recruiting ahead of opening
A new superstore is set to bring fresh retail opportunities to area.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
October Unpacked: Unpack tasty treats in Brighton and Hove throughout October
October Unpacked returns to Brighton and Hove for a second edition this month.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
First-ever cadet conference to celebrate impact on young people
A new event set to spotlight the impact of cadet organisations on young people and communities in Sussex.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New school wellness zone helps pupils read, play and socialise
A new school reading and wellness area offering pupils a welcoming space to relax and connect.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wildlife trust launches £100,000 appeal to help protect coastline
A wildlife trust is calling for public support in latest campaign to protect the coastline and marine life.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Everything you need to know about naturally sparkling Pét Nat wine
Each week Brighton-based vintner, Henry Butler, demystifies the world of wine..

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brighton restaurants serving up incredible dining deals for under £30
There seems to be no end to the amazing dining deals you can enjoy at leading restaurants in the city this autumn, especially during the day and early evening.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Artists handed £160,000 funding boost to help creative scene thrive
Artists and creative groups in Newhaven have been awarded major funding boost to support their work.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Comedian Simon Amstell bringing acclaimed stand-up show to city
Comedian Simon Amstell will perform in Brighton this month as part of UK tour.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Jeremy Corbyn and former Chancellor among speakers at new festival
Jeremy Corbyn is set to appear at the Brighton and Hove speakers festival.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
NHS screening programme detects more than 500 lung cancer cases
More than 500 people in Sussex have been diagnosed with lung cancer through an NHS screening programme.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Memoir offers glimpse into life with prominent politician in the 1950s
The daughter of Brighton's first Jewish socialist Mayor has written a memoir.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Businesses face some of highest office rents outside the capital
Office space in Brighton is among the most expensive to rent outside of London.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Parish council wins gold award for its green spaces for a second year
The council first took part in the competition in 2025 and won gold then as well.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
IVF patients face up to £1,391 in ‘hidden’ costs for treatment
Patients could face more than £1,000 in extra costs just to access IVF treatment.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0100
Historic royal garden handed £1.4m boost towards major restoration
More than £1.4 million in funding has been secured to restore Brighton’s historic Royal Pavilion Garden.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:59:03 +0100
'Brilliant' UK drinks company to close after 6 years as it collapses into liquidation
Straight and Narrow Drinks, a UK maker of low-calorie alcohol-free beverages, is set to close after entering liquidation

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 09:54:23 +0100
Hurricane with 105mph winds could bring stormy conditions to UK
Good Morning Britain's Laura Tobin warns the remnants of a US hurricane will bring stormy conditions to the UK by the middle of next week.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:47:29 +0100
Live updates as fire service rush to residential building blaze
Firefighters are responding to a blaze at a residential building in York Place, Brighton.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:02:34 +0100
Person dies after being hit by train on major rail line
A person has been pronounced dead after being stuck by a train at East Worthing Railway station.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:32:28 +0100
Live updates as van and pedestrian crash causes severe delays
There are substantial delays west of Littlehampton following a crash.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:43:23 +0100
Alleyway closed as two men arrested after firearms incident
An alleyway has been shut by police after reports a man approached drivers with a firearm.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:30:56 +0100
Pictures show GP surgery sealed off by police after 70-year-old stabbed
Police sealed off a GP surgery as they investigated the stabbing of a 70-year-old man.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:47:54 +0100
New Morrisons and regeneration plans approved after months of campaigning
Peacehaven's Meridian Centre regeneration, including a new Morrisons supermarket, was approved by Lewes District Council on October 7, with work due in 2027.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:14:53 +0100
Father pays tribute to 'beautiful' daughters who drowned in sea
A father has paid tribute to his three "beautiful" daughters as their deaths at Brighton Beach were found to be suicide.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:57:56 +0100
Major disruption to railways as person hit by train on key route
All lines are blocked after a person was struck by a train.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:07:25 +0100
Live updates as police seal off GP surgery after 70-year-old stabbed
Police cordoned off a GP surgery in Bognor after a 70-year-old man was stabbed.

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