The Argus

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Blind man scared to go out after incident with council van parked on pavement
A blind man from Portslade said he is "does not feel safe anymore" after he was nearly hit by a car attempting to walk around a Brighton and Hove City Council vehicle parked on the pavement

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New seafront lift branded as 'very dull' by group - sparking debate on design
A newly built lift which is part of a major restoration project on Brighton’s seafront has been dismissed as a “watch tower harking from the Second World War"

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rebuild of one of Sussex's largest schools moves a step closer as decision looms
The proposals, for the part demolition of existing facilities and construction of new buildings at Steyning Grammar School, have been recommended for approval.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Controversial housing scheme faces approval despite more than 500 objections
The 68-home scheme has been proposed for land north of Little Slaughterford on Chapel Road in Barns Green

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rebuild of home metres from West Wittering beach blocked for being 'bulky'
A planning inspector has upheld a decision to refuse permission to demolish and replace Berry Barn, a two-storey property on East Strand, West Wittering.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Full cost of removing flags in East Sussex revealed
East Sussex County Council spent £17,360.94 on removing flags between January 21, 2025 and January 20, 2026.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Taking the Newhaven to Dieppe ferry for a perfect Normandy weekend
When I moved to Brighton (1995 DFL), one of the first things I did was take the Newhaven Dieppe ferry

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:06:00 +0100
The town that is famous for a battle which didn’t take place here
World-famous for a battle which didn’t take place here, a traditional fishing fleet and an ever-growing arts scene, Hastings has a medieval heritage and a charming bohemian spirit

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The tiny but beautiful Sussex village on the coast once home to famous playwright
East Dean in West Sussex is not too far from Chichester, in a sheltered valley between Singleton and Upwaltham.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Work to begin on major repairs to protect historic crescent
Work is set to begin on repairs to safeguard the future of a historic crescent in Hastings.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Road closures announced ahead of gas main replacement project
Several road closures are due to come into effect in Brighton for gas main replacement works.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New parking restrictions proposed outside sixth form college
New parking rules are planned outside Sixth Form college in Brighton.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brighton wine expert says give dark rose wines a chance
Most bottles of rosé purchased from a shop or ordered in a restaurant are paler than pale.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
A modern Odyssey and why now is the perfect time to rediscover Greece
With Christopher Nolan’s forthcoming adaptation of The Odyssey set to introduce a new generation to Homer’s legendary tale, there has never been a better time to rediscover Greece.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major brownfield development moves a step closer after land sale
The long-awaited redevelopment of a key brownfield site is step closer to reality.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New strategy aims to improve support for unpaid carers
A new strategy has been launched to support unpaid carers across county.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Traitors star joins women-only charity run to support RISE
A reality TV contestant is to officially start this year’s women’s 8K run.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
International bluegrass band coming to Sussex
A unique bluegrass band The Original Five is set to perform in Hove.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Food festival returns with Sussex flavours, chefs and family fun
A major food festival is set to return with fresh helping of culinary flair.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New buses and more services planned after £900,000 investment
Three new buses are set to improve services along busy coastal route.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of families benefit from growing support at family hubs
Family hubs across West Sussex region are making a growing impact.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Open gardens day blooms thanks to community grant funding
An open gardens day that brought visitors together in celebration of outdoors and community spirit.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New safety measures introduced around ancient cedar trees
Ancient cedar trees in Stanmer Park have been given extra protection.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:06:20 +0100
Parish councillor confronts Travellers after caravans descend on village green
Amanda Worne, chair of Yapton Parish Council in West Sussex, confronted a group of Travellers after a caravan encampment formed on a village green.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:01:28 +0100
Live updates as crash causes 'severe delays' on the A27
A crash on the A27 just north of Brighton is causing 'severe delays', according to AA, which average speeds of just 5mph.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:38:34 +0100
'Heavy hearts' - organisers express regret as big wheel shuts weeks ahead of schedule
Sky Club organisers have expressed their regret after a observational big wheel on Eastbourne seafront closed weeks ahead of schedule.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:29:59 +0100
Live updates as A-road closed after car catches fire
The A277 next to Lewes Prison HMP is closed after a car fire in the early hours of this morning, July 25.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man unable to enjoy sunny weather after getting stuck in flat
A Brighton man described the impact after the lift in his flat broke leaving him housebound

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Striking images show how parched Brighton is as Sussex on verge of drought
Striking drone photographs taken this week show the true scale of the dry spell gripping Brighton and Hove, with hosepipe ban starting tomorrow

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Animal put down after ground is 'poisoned' in seafront square
A young fox had to be euthanised after wildlife experts found her foaming at mouth and convulsing, thanks to "poison" purposefully dumped close to its den

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Holiday resort staff threaten to walk out over summer holidays
The officers, based at Butlin’s Bognor Regis, have formally served a Notice of Intention to Ballot after management failed to address their concerns

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:56:32 +0100
Skatepark closed after concerns over 'falling concrete' with major event postponed
Source skatepark in Hastings has been closed due to safety concerns, leading to the postponement of the Battle of Hastings BMX event.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:38:14 +0100
Live updates as crash causes 'severe delays' on the A27
A crash on the A284 near Lyminster in West Sussex is causing 'severe delays' on the nearby A27.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:37:05 +0100
Man arrested after police discover car on fire in the early hours
A 23-year-old man from Lewes, East Sussex, has been arrested after police found a car on fire in the early hours next to HMP Lewes, A277.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:07:00 +0100
A picnic at a vineyard - what an absolutely amazing way to spend a sunny afternoon
In this glorious weather, how better to enjoy the South Downs than by taking a walk to and through a vineyard to enjoy a gorgeous picnic and some of the best British wine on offer?

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Retail park with Aldi won't be coming to town as plans turned down
The application for the site between Kingley Gate and Morrisons, off New Courtwick Lane, in Littlehampton, was turned down on July 22

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans to turn 'last pub in village' into a house refused again
The proposals, for The Gardeners Arms, in Sompting, would have seen the closed pub turned into a single residential property.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'I tried one of the most visually exciting eating destinations in the city'
There’s been a lot of regeneration happening across Brighton and Hove’s seafront in recent years.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of people object to new red route in busy shopping street
Thousands of people have signed a petition objecting to a “red route” in Western Road, Brighton, but the council has defended its plans to prevent cars and vans stopping there.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New TV series celebrating all things Sussex to air on Channel 5
Sussex: Jewel of the South Coast will begin airing on Channel 5 on July 25 and will explore the county’s landscapes, people, and places.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents to be consulted for third time on parking scheme
People living in the northern end of Hollingdean will have a third chance to share their views on a controlled parking scheme.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'E-scooters can help build a cleaner, better-connected city'
This week marks an exciting milestone for Brighton & Hove as we launch our new e-scooter hire trial, writes Councillor Trevor Muten.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Where have all the good men gone?
‘Doo-doo-doo-doo Doo-doo-doo-doo Doo-doo-doo-doo aah, aah’.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:26:06 +0100
Police want to speak to man in connection with alleged offensive gesture at protest
Sussex Police want to speak with a man in connection with an allegation of racially or religiously aggravated public order at a protest in Brighton.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:45:23 +0100
Police looking for man after parcel reported stolen from outside a church
Sussex Police are appealing for the identification of a man following a report of parcel theft from outside St Andrew's Church in Seaside, Eastbourne.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0100
2 popular Sussex restaurants to close in weeks as chain shutting all 106 UK sites
Beefeater has confirmed the closing date of all its restaurants across the UK, with two of them in Sussex.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MPs visit farm to discuss the future of British horticulture
The challenges facing the horticulture sector were discussed by MPs during a farm visit.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
All the areas in Sussex affected by hosepipe ban as restrictions come into effect
The ban has been introduced by South East Water due to high demand and low rainfall, and applies to all South East Water customers in Sussex.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Schoolchildren name new food waste lorries after district competition
Schoolchildren have named two new food waste lorries following district-wide competition.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ambulance crews face soaring demand during busy summer period
One of the busiest starts to summer has put significant pressure on ambulance services.

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