The Argus

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The estate plunged into darkness for months where washing machines blow up
Families on a Saltdean estate have accused a housing trust of failing vulnerable residents

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Student says 'unjust' costs could force her to drop out of university
A student says she is being forced to pay more than £2,000 in extra costs to take part in her university course

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex college named England's highest rated further education campus
Brinsbury College, near Pulborough, earned the top spot in a new ranking based on Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.58 stars from 92 reviewers

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Clifftop toilet block set to be transformed into a cafe with sea views
Plans for the former public conveniences at The Esplanade in Telscombe Cliffs, submitted on behalf of Lewes District Council, propose converting the building into a small café,

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Village's only pub seeking new operators after extensive refurbishment
The King’s Head in Rudgwick, near Horsham, is being offered on a new 25-year lease and is in the final stages of a comprehensive refurbishment carried out by its new freehold owners.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Work to start on seafront arches in £41million restoration
Work is set to commence on restoring Brighton's historic seafront arches

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Long-standing Indian restaurant wins restaurant of the year title
A Brighton restaurant has scooped a major award at the Global Power Awards UK 2026.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:10:08 +0100
Brighton social club cannot relaunch due to noise and anti-social behaviour fears
A social club will be unable to relaunch after Brighton and Hove City Council turned down an application for a club premises certificate.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charity celebrates decade of 'life changing' support for young people into employment
Brighton charity Team Domenica is celebrating its ten year anniversary, opening its new education centre

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:15:36 +0100
Brighton council scrutiny independence questioned after Wellington House vote rejected
The independence and effectiveness of scrutiny at Brighton and Hove City Council have been questioned because the Labour administration chairs the key committees and has the most members.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:19:38 +0100
Brighton LGBT nightlife boss urges council to protect venues and help gay scene
The owner of one of Brighton’s leading venues made a heartfelt plea to councillors to protect and support the city’s LGBT nightlife.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Golden retrievers make a splash at popular dog swimming event
SALTDEAN lido has gone for golden after its Dogtember event was ranked the biggest dog swimming gala in the world, organisers said.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex chef Jean Delport shortlisted for prestigious hospitality award
A Michelin-starred Sussex chef is celebrating another major accolade after being shortlisted for Hotel Restaurant Chef of the Year.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:36:53 +0100
Live updates: Chaos across Sussex train network after signal failure
Multiple Southern Rail train lines have been amended, delayed or cancelled outright this morning.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:11:37 +0100
Worthing shop thief jailed after 'crime spree'
A shop thief who targeted Worthing stores has been jailed after stealing more than £6,800.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:08:39 +0100
Southwick tunnel reopens after hours of traffic chaos
The Southwick tunnel reopened last night after its closure forced traffic to take alternative routes.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New Saltgrass Sauna launches at community farm this weekend
A community farm inviting locals to enjoy a new sauna and volunteering day this weekend.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Festive competition returns to find the most magical Christmas displays
A festive competition is set to return this winter in Horsham.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Super Saturday' clinic helps 260 patients access long-awaited care
A single-day clinic has helped hundreds of patients access long-awaited specialist care.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major photography festival returns with exhibitions in unexpected spaces
The UK’s most expansive photo festival has announced a return.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nursery among handful nationwide rated ‘Exceptional’ in every Ofsted category
A nursery has been named among the very best in country after receiving Ofsted’s highest possible rating.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Conference explores overlooked psychological impact of women's health
Experts came together to discuss vital links between women’s physical and mental health.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Family business praised for boosting rural tourism and creating jobs
A Horsham family business is making a big impact in rural tourism.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Fire and rescue services risk becoming the forgotten emergency service'
As a member of the East Sussex Fire Authority, I worry that fire and rescue services risk becoming the forgotten emergency service under new devolution proposals.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Restaurant relaunches with new menu centred around rotisserie chicken
A restaurant is relaunching with new menu focused on one signature dish.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Country music band release debut album with a touch of British coastal flair
An East Sussex country music duo have released debut album.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New book explores 100 of Britain's 'most haunted' places
A new book will take readers on tour of the UK's "most haunted" places.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The perfect autumn pairing for mushroom lovers and red wine fans
Each week Brighton-based vintner, Henry Butler, demystifies the world of wine…

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of ancient trees discovered as project uncovers 'living heritage'
A growing network of ancient trees is being uncovered across Sussex thanks to the efforts of dedicated woodland preservation project.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Children’s toys mark ‘lost years’ in parental alienation display outside court
A striking public display is bringing attention to the impact of parental alienation outside crown court.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Zip wires, axe throwing and go-karting on charity adventure weekend
A jam-packed weekend of adventure has offered a group of disabled people chance to push boundaries and have fun.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Public consultation opens on future of council-owned car parks
A new consultation is set to launch seeking public feedback on proposed parking strategy.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Erasure announce Brighton Centre show as part of major 2027 arena tour
Erasure have announced major arena tour for 2027.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Irish comedian brings new stand-up show to stage
Irish comedian Reece Kidd set to bring his new stand-up comedy show to Brighton.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Director swaps behind-the-scenes role to star in 350-year-old comedy
An award-winning director is swapping his chair for lead stage role.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hospital among first NHS trusts to use advanced cataract surgery system
A specialist hospital introduced new cataract surgery technology to improve patient care and surgical precision.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Museum unveils autumn programme with Biba fashion and ghostly events
Fashion, football, and ghosts are just some of the highlights on offer in packed autumn programme.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
School celebrates 25 years and honours campaigners who made it possible
A school has celebrated 25 years of education, community spirit and achievement.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Vibrant' spot in Sussex named among the UK's cosiest places to visit
Chichester in West Sussex was ranked among the top five cosiest cities in a nationwide study by Big House Experience, the only southern city to make the list.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Traitors star branded unfunny and 'over-promoted' ahead of TV show launch
Brighton columnist Julie Birchill attacked Crawley comic Romesh Ranganathan in The Spectator earlier this year, describing him and several other male comics as "over-promoted drolls"

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:19:36 +0100
Everything we know as A27 tunnel remains closed
Drivers across Sussex have faced hours of disruption after the sudden closure of the A27 Southwick Hill Tunnel.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:51:56 +0100
Plans for direct rail link between north and Brighton take next steps
Plans for a new direct rail link connecting Brighton and Newcastle has taken its next steps.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:59:28 +0100
Controversial plans for 450 homes in city are put 'on hold'
A major housing development at the Brighton gasworks site is on hold as developers Berkeley review the future of the scheme

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:58:24 +0100
Man named and charged in connection with breaching terrorist order
Abubaker Deghayes, of Chadborn Close, Brighton, was charged today (October 1) with a terrorism-related offence

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:22:47 +0100
RNLI crew member dies at lifeboat station
A Sussex RNLI Lifeboat Station said that a member of its crew had died following a medical incident at the station last night (September 30).

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
One of city's most beloved takeaways replaced with burger chain
The spot of a beloved Hove burger shop will now be home to a new burger chain

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Huge food distribution complex expansion planned southeast of city
Kingsbridge Estates has submitted an Environmental Screening Opinion to Chichester District Council on proposals for Chichester Food Park, south-east of the city

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Film crews spotted at beauty spot car park
Film crews have been spotted in at the South Downs Seven Sisters south car park

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:25:19 +0100
City centre parking ban decision called in by 16 councillors for scrutiny
A proposed red route for a stretch of Western Road has been “called in” by opposition councillors who want the issue to be debated by the full council or sent back to the council’s cabinet for a rethink.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Police ban tenants from property due to string of incidents
Eastbourne police first secured the order for three addresses in Green Street, Old Town, in June

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