The Argus

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'My world has fallen apart' - mum flees bed bug-ridden flat after baby's cot infested
A mum got rid of her seven-month-old baby’s cot after it became “infested” with bed bugs

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
London chain to open first Brighton restaurant in prime spot in The Lanes
London cult brand Burger & Beyond will open its doors at Ship Street - the site previously occupied by Patty & Bun - on July 7

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rail route through Sussex named among Britain’s best for top internet coverage
Ofcom has tested the signal across 24 journeys all over the country to test the internet service.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Future of TK Maxx in town centre revealed after unit put up for sale
A popular shop which is set to close will relocate, a council has confirmed, amid fears it would leave a town centre

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Police staff accused of 'sharing crime scene photo' and misconduct
A group of Kent Police employees have appeared in court over allegations of computer misuse and misconduct in public office

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Gorgeous creature' that is 'extremely rare' seen in national park
An “extremely rare” lizard is making a comeback in the wild in a national park

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This Sussex location has the most expensive seaside ice cream in the UK
Brighton in Sussex has been named as the UK's most expensive seaside destination for ice cream, in a new May 2026 study

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex location has UK's highest concentration of independent coffee shops
Brighton has the UK's highest concentration of independent coffee shops, with nearly three-quarters of all its cafés independently owned

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Police operation underway to prevent domestic abuse spikes during World Cup
A Sussex Police operation attempting to prevent spikes of domestic abuse after England games during the 2026 Football World Cup is underway

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
How I won The Traitors despite having never understood the series
I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous going u to the Traitors Experience considering I’d always struggled to follow the series.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Sussex village which has been described as 'Heaven on Earth'
Known to locals as ‘God’s pocket’ and named ‘Heaven on Earth’ by singer Michael Ball who has a bolthole there, it’s no surprise that West Wittering – one of those twin slices of seaside paradise on the unspoiled Sussex coast – now off...

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Warning issued as unsafe frozen foods could 'pose a risk'
Horsham District Council has warned residents and businesses about certain varieties of packaged frozen foods following advice from the Food Standards Agency.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:38:59 +0100
Updates as city prepares for planned protests
An anti-immigration and counter protest is set to take place in Brighton city centre

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Founder reflects as running movement nears major milestone
A global running movement is about to reach its millionth event this weekend.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
By-elections, football and life on the campaign trail
Bumped into a glum-faced cagoule-clad group of strangers wandering the back streets of Hove lately? Writes Alistair McNair.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Why roses are stealing the show in gardens this summer
This week, it’s all about roses in the garden, writes Geoff Stonebanks.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brighton’s greenest ever weekend? Why the solstice of 2026 could make history
London to Brighton Electric Vehicle Rally co-organiser Bill Murray tells us why we should celebrate a stunning weekend on the seafront.

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:00:30 +0100
Viva México! International fans hit the pubs of Brighton as World Cup kicks off
Mexico and South Africa fans descended on the King and Queen, one of Brighton’s biggest sports pubs, for the opening game of the 2026 World Cup.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:21:58 +0100
City centre store to close for protests
Hobgoblin Music in Brighton has announced it will close for planned protests on Saturday.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0100
All the Sussex people on the King’s Birthday Honours list 2026
Sussex residents are among those recognised in the King's Birthday Honours list

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:35:08 +0100
'Europe's largest fan zone' prepares to open on seafront
A 5,000 capacity pop-up venue is preparing to open on Brighton seafront

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:46:46 +0100
Drink-driving charge after car crashes into house
A woman has been charged with drink driving after a car crashed into a house in Newhaven.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:27:24 +0100
Man struck by e-bike rider in 'unprovoked assault'
A man was reportedly struck by an e-bike in an "unprovoked assault" in Littlehampton.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pier recently forced into liquidation is 'open for business' says entrepreneur
An entrepreneur has said it is "full steam ahead" for a busy summer season on a Sussex pier - despite the company behind it being forced into liquidation

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Road rage incident sparks police investigation
A victim reported seeing a motorcycle rider performing dangerous manoeuvres and using a mobile phone on the A27 in Chichester from around 11.05am on May 15

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:44:18 +0100
One of city's top restaurants could shut without support as 'bookings are down'
An award-winning restaurant in Brighton has spoken out amid fears for its future

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0100
Men ordered to pay thousands over unauthorised scaffolding near city centre
Two men have been fined for putting up scaffolding without permission

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Everything we know ahead of anti-immigration and counter protest in city
On Saturday, June 13, anti-immigration group South East Patriots are planning to host a march through Brighton city centre

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0100
Sussex author Julia Donaldson issues plea for more libraries as she is made dame
The Gruffalo author Julia Donaldson said being made a dame was a “very happy surprise”, as she issued a plea to the government.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pair of very rare birds of prey discovered nesting in a Sussex forest
One of the rarest breeding birds in the UK has gained national attention by mating and laying eggs in a Sussex forest

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Discovery of unusual bird's nest causes construction work to halt
A nesting oystercatcher has brought building work at a wine warehouse to a temporary halt

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'The best bakers around' to close after decades in business
Hobden's Bakery, located at 57 Teville Road, in Worthing, will cease trading on July 4, after owner Tim Brosnan decided to retire

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0100
Brighton author Peter James 'moved to tears' by OBE
A best-selling crime author said he was moved to tears when he found out he was included in the King’s Birthday Honours.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0100
Pioneering DJ recognised in King's Birthday Honours list
Pioneering DJ Carl Cox has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:20:00 +0100
PlayOJO Sister Sites UK – Best Sites Like PlayOJO in 2026
Discover the top Play OJO sister sites in the UK with our guide. Learn about what these are, how they compare, and what bonuses they offer

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Man sentenced for making hundreds of hoax 999 calls
A man has been sentenced after making hundreds of hoax 999 calls

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:48:00 +0100
Brighton fan takes on unique World Cup challenge involving dozens of beers
Alex Stevens, who grew up in Worthing, is drinking a beer from each of the 48 nations taking part in the 2026 men’s World Cup

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Listed building and post-medieval farm may become more than 100 homes and shops
A historic listed building on a site where a post-medieval farm once existed could be demolished as part of plans for 125 homes

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Clothing brand has plans for 'jarring' shopfront signage rejected
AllSaints, a popular clothing brand, attempted to install jarring shopfront signage in East Street in The Lanes in Brighton, but has been rejected.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for holiday park with 900 caravans to expand draws 89 objections
Plans for a holiday park that has over 900 caravans to expand have drawn 89 objections

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:26:00 +0100
Portrait of Sussex woman by famous artist could sell for £35 million at auction
A painting by one of Britain’s most celebrated artists is expected to fetch up to £35 million at auction later this month

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Exceptional' B&B with perfect review rating named among UK's 'best of the best'
It comes as travel guidance platform Tripadvisor has revealed the winners of its annual Travellers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Hotels for 2026.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
How many times did Southern Water release raw sewage last year?
Southern Water released raw sewage into UK waterways more than 15,000 times in a single year

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Playgroup saved from closure after community rallies
Windmills Opportunity Playgroup announced its closure in April after failing to recruit new trustees and being forced to to relocate to St John's Pavilion.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home rating downgraded as staff raise 'bullying' concerns
A CQC assessment of Burleys Wood in Furnace Green, downgraded the Shaw Healthcare care home's rating from 'good' to 'requires improvement.'

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Deeply alarming' research shows toxic chemicals are contaminating wild birds
Toxic chemicals from everyday pet flea treatments are contaminating wild birds across the UK, new research has revealed

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:54:33 +0100
Train line blocked after train hits tree
The train line between Eastbourne and Hastings is blocked after a train hit a tree.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Musical comedy society celebrates winning two awards in one week
Worthing Musical Comedy Society has won the Arts and Culture Award at the Worthing Community Awards and the NODA South East Award for Best Musical

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:46:13 +0100
Police 'will not tolerate theft or violence' after man jailed for shop knife robbery
Daniel Bowler, 38, of no fixed address, was sentenced at Lewes Crown Court on June 9 after robbing a Tesco Express on Jubilee Street.

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:38:34 +0100
Recap after crash between lorry and car closes main road
A serious crash involving a car, a lorry, and a pedestrian has occurred on the A280 Long Furlong.

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