The Argus

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:40:10 +0100
Man caused fatal car crash after driving at 129mph on 'spontaneous trip to Brighton'
Arafath Ahmed was driving a silver Audi on the A23 southbound near Warninglid, West Sussex, when he lost control at high speed on August 10, 2024.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Gateway for motorists' into the city could be shut for deep clean
A councillor is calling for a clean up of a road described as a "gateway for motorists" into the city

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
National treasure backs campaign to save 'lifelong home' for birds
A petition is calling on Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare in Ringmer, East Sussex, to reverse plans to close its aviary and rehome the birds

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Indian student gets final visa decision as she battles to remain in the UK
Gayathri Manikandan, 22, a second-year student at the University of Hertfordshire, received confirmation from the Home Office on June 17 that her student visa had been reinstated

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans submitted to build 190 homes immediately south of railway line
An outline planning application has been lodged with Arun District Council to build up to 190 homes on an 8.09-hectare site at Sunnyside, Yapton Road.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Works begin on by-pass to construct new roundabout for 265-home development
The works, which are being carried out on the A283 Steyning by-pass began on June 27 and are set to last four weeks

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Proposal for long awaited supermarket takes next step
People can now view and comment on long awaited plans for a Morrisons in Peacehaven

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Micropub set to become first of its kind in district
A micropub could soon open its doors as the first of its kind in an entire district

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Two major brands open new stores at shopping centre
Two new retailers have opened at County Mall

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
All to know for Love Supreme Festival 2026 including line-up, times and alcohol rules
Love Supreme Jazz Festival takes place at Glynde Place this weekend. Here is everything to know.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside the family home for sale in one of Hove's most sought-after neighbourhoods
A luxury family home has gone on the market in one of Hove’s most sought-after neighbourhoods

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More than 2,000 fans attend comic convention packed with star guests
Hastings comic convention welcomed more than 2,000 fans for a weekend of pop culture and creativity.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New rules affecting families travelling from Gatwick Airport coming next week
The change to eGates at Gatwick will allow more children to use them, to speed up journeys for them and their families.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Entries open for best-kept garden and allotment competition in Sussex town
Entries are now open for the town's annual Best Kept Garden and Allotment competition, organised by the Haywards Heath in Bloom committee.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Community project tackling loneliness receives funding boost
A community project helping to tackle loneliness received a funding boost to continue its work in bringing people together.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Friends turn lockdown podcast into thriving creative business
A lockdown project between Brighton friends has grown into a thriving creative venture.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Veterans complete poignant frontline march to mark Battle of the Somme
A blind veteran joined a frontline march to honour the fallen 110 years after the Battle of the Somme.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home resident's emotional visit to castle he helped build
An 87-year-old care home resident revisited a historic site he helped build decades ago.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New projects help nature thrive in valued community spaces
Biodiversity in Lewes is getting a boost thanks to wildlife-friendly planting and new land management.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Big Moon reveal UK tour with autumn headline shows
Indie rock band The Big Moon have announced an eight-date UK tour including a Brighton date.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thank you lunch marks successful first year for community awards
An award scheme has wrapped up with a heartfelt thank you event.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Theatre hosts climate crisis discussion inspired by new play
A panel discussion will be held in Chichester on the climate crisis.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New chair elected to oversee fire and rescue service scrutiny
West Sussex County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service Scrutiny Committee elected a new Chair and Vice-Chair at their latest meeting.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Johnny Cash and June Carter love story comes to life in new musical
A new musical, charting the relationship of country stars Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, is coming to Eastbourne.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Summer street party promises a day packed with family fun
A major summer street party will offer a full day of entertainment and family fun for all ages in Chichester.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Why the Goldsmid by-election shows voters want a different approach
Last week’s by-election result in Goldsmid was a perfect example of a great campaign, great message but above all, a great candidate, writes Cllr Steve Davis.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Coastguard Rescue Teams are an indispensable part of our emergency services'
Over the past week I've been reminded just how much the future of our communities depends on looking after the things that make this part of Sussex such a special place to live.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The radio signals that transformed our understanding of the universe
Seventy-five years ago, a group of Dutch astronomers made a remarkable discovery, writes Dr James Williams.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP praises firm's innovative approach to tackling potholes
Nusrat Ghani MP has praised an "innovative" approach to improving road safety and tackling the root causes of potholes.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
How to secure priority tickets for the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition
Helena Dollimore MP has announced that residents of Hastings and 1066 Country will get priority access to tickets to the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Infrared photographs reveal a dramatic new side to historic city
These striking infrared photographs offer a fresh perspective on Chichester.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Young traders impress judges in showcase of business talent
Young Horsham talent took centre stage during a day of entrepreneurial spirit and creativity.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Singer and HIV activist joins charity as new patron
An internationally renowned singer has been announced as the newest patron of The Sussex Beacon.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brighton ‘mother shucker’ 2026 is crowned
This year’s BITE Brighton Oyster Festival came to a shucking spectacular close at English’s of Brighton on Sunday, June 28.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:24:17 +0100
'Disaster waiting to happen' - operator to review route after bus crashes into shop
Brighton and Hove Buses will be "reviewing" a route after one of its buses crashed into a shop on Trafalgar Street for a second time on July 1, 2026.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:56:06 +0100
'It was horrible, it was ecstasy' - Fans react to nervy England World Cup victory
Photos from the Central Park fan zone on Brighton beach, where thousands of fans gathered to watch England play DR Congo in the World Cup 2026.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:13:52 +0100
'Lucky' family headed for Disneyland and shopping for new home after EuroMillions win
Matt Cole, 41, from Horsham in West Sussex, and his fiancée Courtney Cockerton, 27, won £1 million on the EuroMillions UK Millionaire Maker draw.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man left homeless after seafront caravan arson has lost 'absolutely everything'
A man has been left homeless after a fire destroyed his caravan

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Serious failure' in care of woman who died after being let out of hospital
A coroner has said there has been a "very serious failure" in the care of a patient at Mill View hospital in Hove

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:22:00 +0100
Dentist denies trying to defraud the NHS with hundreds of fake claims
A dentist is accused of making hundreds of fake claims in a scheme to defraud the NHS

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:19:49 +0100
Tributes paid to 'committed and diligent councillor' and 'lovely man'
A former councillor who dedicated more than 30 years of his life to representing Crawley has died, aged 57.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:56:01 +0100
Traveller encampment at recreation ground grows to 25 caravans
Worthing Borough Council had issued a notice to vacate the site as of June 29, at which point the encampment numbered nine caravans and one motorhome.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:54:00 +0100
Female staff member assaulted as pub fight breaks out before World Cup match
Police said the employee had tried to intervene in the fight, which took place on the night of the England v Panama match at the Tavern on the Green

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0100
New graffiti in Hove sparks speculation over whether it is a Banksy
A new graffiti which appeared in Hove has sparked mystery over whether it is a genuine Banksy

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:54:33 +0100
Court cases and inquests: Why we report on them and what we can publish
The Argus reports on court cases and breaking incidents that are in the public interest but there are laws and regulations that we must follow.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:48:21 +0100
Lake closed 'until further notice' as climate change blamed for outbreak
The lake in Southwater Country Park in Horsham is to stay closed “until further notice” after reports of swimmers becoming ill

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Former department store yard near seafront could become block of flats
A planning application has been submitted for a three-storey residential building of one-bedroom apartments for the site at 10-20 Marine Place, in Worthing.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Golf club responds to 'disturbing' accusations of mass pigeon cull
Operators of West Hove Golf Club have responded to accusations that a "disturbing" pigeon cull had been planned on June 30 at 6.30am

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:04:53 +0100
Recap after man dies in lorry crash
A man has died after a serious crash between a lorry and a motorbike, leading to the A267 being closed both ways

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:02:00 +0100
Seafront bar opened by TV star could become flats after failing to sell
Plans have been submitted to Worthing Borough Council to turn the ground floor of 42 Marine Parade, previously home to Roots Bar, into two one-bedroom flats.

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