The Argus

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ice cream vans on the seafront face council crackdown and penalties
Ice cream vans selling along Brighton and Hove's seafront are operating without permission unless they are based at a single location, the council has warned

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Anti-fascism campaigners criticise police's handling of city-wide protests
Anti-fascist protesters have criticised the actions of police during a protest in Brighton city centre in June

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
McDonald’s restaurant reopens with new look and redesigned dining area
A redesigned customer experience is now on offer at a fast food restaurant.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Why flooding in city could be 'worse than ever before' despite current drought
A councillor has asked what action Brighton and Hove City Council is taking to prevent potential flooding once the current drought is over

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Between a rock and a hard place - Andy Burnham’s dilemma
Governing ain’t easy—just ask Andy Burnham, and he’s only been in Downing Street three weeks, writes Ivor Gaber.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
City named one of Britain’s worst rat hotspots as call-outs surge
Brighton and Hove have been identified as major pest hotspots in the UK.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Meet the owner of popular fish and chip shop that has become entirely gluten-free
Popular Brighton fish and chip takeaway Nano near London Road station announced last month that it was moving its entire menu and kitchen to be gluten-free

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Parish council and residents don't want new convenience store to open in village
Easebourne Parish Council and more than a dozen residents have objected to an application to license a new convenience store in the area.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of bins still being missed most weeks in Brighton and Hove
Thousands of bins are still being missed most weeks in Brighton and Hove despite a big improvement in collections rates, according to council figures.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Exquisite' seafront townhouse with panoramic roof terrace goes on sale
A seafront townhouse has gone on the market for £2 million.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Councillors turn down town centre shop’s bid to sell alcohol
Councillors have turned down a bid to sell alcohol from a convenience store in Hastings town centre.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Number of people in temporary housing reaches new high in Brighton and Hove
The number of households in temporary housing has reached a new high in Brighton and Hove.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
First look at 'customer service bus' set to tour Sussex
Stagecoach South is taking customer service on the road with a new initiative.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Entries open for 2026 UK Search Awards
Super Early Bird deadline falls on August 20, as one of the search marketing industry's longest-running awards returns to London's Troxy.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:40:47 +0100
Roedean School celebrates strongest A-level performance in a decade
A Brighton school is celebrating its strongest A-level performance in a decade.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:24 +0100
Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash with road shut for third time in a week
Emergency services are currently responding to a single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle on the A267, North Street, Hellingly, at 6.45 am on Thursday, August 13.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Brighton school celebrates another year of 'impressive' A-level results
Varndean Sixth Form College is celebrating another year of strong exam results, with students achieving record A-level grades and securing places at some of the UK's top universities.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:57:19 +0100
Live updates as crash shuts main road in both directions
The A267 New Road has been closed following a crash involving a motorbike.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:33:50 +0100
Live updates as students receive A-Level results across Sussex
Students across Sussex are among hundreds of thousands receiving A-Level, T-Level, and BTec results today.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Padel club rebrands as it sets sights on becoming major UK name
A padel club has rebranded as part of strategy to become a national leader in the fast-growing sport.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Huge carnival weekend promises parade, fairground rides and music
Worthing is gearing up for a bustling two-day carnival filled with free entertainment, community activities and grand parade.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Lifeboat crew paged to rescue after traditional Blessing of the Sea ceremony
A lifeboat crew was called out after coastal ceremony.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents sing and sway as care home hosts summer festival
A care home has hosted a summer festival filled with music, food and fun for residents and families.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major bus fleet upgrade brings newer vehicles and fewer breakdowns
A major bus fleet upgrade is bringing improved journeys and greater reliability to Stagecoach passengers.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Second World War veteran marks 100th birthday surrounded by his family
A Second World War veteran has celebrated his 100th birthday.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Supermarket turns yellow for month of fundraising in support of hospice care
A hospice fundraiser has been launched in support of end-of-life care in Brighton.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Get wild this summer with fangs, talons and creepy crawly adventures
Summer events for children are in full swing at Ashdown Forest, offering hands-on learning in wild and iconic setting.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Theatre toilets set for major refurbishment after years of waiting
Long-awaited upgrades are on the way for key public facility, thanks to a community partnership and pro bono support.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Family raise £35,000 ahead of 100km challenge in memory of daughter
A family is taking on a 100km endurance challenge in memory of daughter who died from a brain tumour.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Matcha boom sees bakery sales surge as customers seek adventurous flavours
A new flavour trend is reshaping the Brighton coffee scene.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Five-bedroom family home with garden hits market for £1.15m
A five-bedroom detached family home in one of Brighton's most desirable areas is on market for £1,150,000.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Indian restaurant earns top recognition at national curry awards ceremony
An Indian restaurant in Chichester has been recognised as one of the best in the South East.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Friends refuse to give up after charity walk cancelled and plan their own
Two women have turned disappointment into determination to raise funds for cause close to their hearts.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MPs welcome new powers to tackle 'blight' of betting and vape shops
Tom Rutland MP and Dr Beccy Cooper MP have welcomed new measures to put local people and councils back in control of their high streets.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Flypast, live music and dancing lined up for packed town celebration
Final preparations are underway for anticipated Bexhill Day event.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Fundraiser praised for 'transforming lives' after raising thousands for charities
A charity champion from Eastbourne has been honoured as one of SPAR’s Everyday Champions.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Fox cub rescued from courtyard after becoming trapped behind high walls
A fox cub was rescued after becoming trapped in courtyard garden in the early morning.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More than £10m handed to entrepreneurs to help businesses get off the ground
More than £10 million in start-up funding has been delivered to entrepreneurs in East Sussex.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New £7,500 grants offered to landlords in bid to tackle housing crisis
A grant scheme is offering landlords up to £7,500 to improve energy efficiency in return for supporting temporary housing needs.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Why are the Red Arrows no longer performing at this year's Eastbourne Airshow?
Despite originally being planned to be a part of the displays, the Red Arrows will not be at the event this year. Here's why.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Families join care home residents for cheese and wine celebration
Conversation, laughter and good company were on the menu during special evening.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man who battled addiction for 35 years says he now has 'most beautiful life'
A recovery journey years in the making has brought new hope and first-ever permanent home to a man once trapped in homelessness and addiction.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Generations come together to celebrate church's 90th anniversary
A church marked 90 years of life, worship and community with a weekend of celebration.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents urged to check electoral details or risk losing their say
Residents across Rother are being reminded to check their electoral registration details.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents invited to shape future events programme as council launches survey
Burgess Hill residents may soon have more influence on town's events programme.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Previously unseen artwork by celebrated novelist to go on public display
Artwork by 20th century British artists – including work by Iris Murdoch displayed in public for the first time – will be part of a major new exhibition at the University of Chichester.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:20:02 +0100
Emergency crews attend fire at former department store
Emergency services are attending an incident near the former Debenhams in Eastbourne

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:15:53 +0100
Live updates as house destroyed in serious fire
A house has been destroyed in a serious fire in Saltdean

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:28:29 +0100
Hundreds gather to mourn 'precious boy' who was 'taken away far too soon'
Hundreds attended the funeral on August 11 of Edward 'Bunty' Pearce, a young man from Heathfield in East Sussex who died following a collision on the A27 on July 13 near Pevensey.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Owner speaks out as world's second largest bird spotted on the loose
The large flightless bird sparked concern when sightings were shared online on August 9, but owner Virgil Szilagyi-Ruggins quickly tracked it down

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