The Argus

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pair accused of taking seven-figure sum from consultancy in business fraud
A man and a woman are set to appear in Lewes Crown Court after being accused of committing fraud and making unauthorised payments from an environmental consultancy

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:07:50 +0100
More than 50 vehicles including caravans pitch up on popular field
More than 50 vehicles have pitched up on a popular field in Eastbourne

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:51:59 +0100
Two arrests made at camp used to house asylum seekers
Two arrests have been made at army barracks being used to house single male migrants

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'We should get free tickets' says resident living 'on doorstep' of pride party
Organisers of Brighton and Hove Pride have addressed criticism from residents who live near the street party

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Here are all the changes made to pride festival entry to prevent queuing 'chaos'
Organisers of Brighton and Hove Pride have shared the changes made following queuing "chaos" at its previous event

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Train service ending in Sussex revealed as Britain's most crowded
New data from the Department of Transport shows that a morning rush hour Thameslink service from Bedford to Three Bridges was the most crowded in Britain

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:39:25 +0100
Heritage railway suspends all steam locomotive services
The Bluebell Railway in Sussex has suspended all steam train services "until further notice" due to increased fire risk caused by dry weather.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man builds bath on wheels to tackle chores while soaking in bubbles
A bath fanatic created a tub on wheels so he could do his daily chores while relaxing in bubbles.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'This restaurant left me with a fiesta in my mouth and a smile on my face'
Founded in 2021, Saltio sits just a stone’s throw from Worthing Pier and bills itself as one of the "top Mexican eateries in the South."

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Two Sussex locations see some of Britain's biggest increase in value of coastal homes
Littlehampton and Worthing in Sussex have seen some of the biggest increases in the value of sea view properties in the UK, according to new research from Rightmove.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brighton Pride Parade timings and road closures as route changed for 2026 event
Some 300,000 people are expected to participate in and watch as Brighton and Hove Pride will mark 35 years of the modern event in 2026.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New 24-hour gym to open in former high street shop
A brand new 24-hour gym is set to open, taking over former site of The Original Factory Shop.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'We want to serve the local community' says owner of new American diner
Businessman Mohammad Golam Hossain's latest venture in Brighton is the Ranch diner restaurant on Western Road, which specialises in burgers and US breakfast food

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council 'too slow' to respond to FoI requests
The council is too slow to respond to too many freedom of information (FoI) inquests, according to opposition leader Steve Davis, who also said that staff felt nervous and under pressure to withhold information.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Some of the top spots to enjoy a fabulous brunch during Brighton Pride
From seafood and sparkles to drag and donuts, Nick Mosley reveals some of the top spots to enjoy a Brighton Pride brunch

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Part of listed building to be made safe and put up for sale
Part of a listed building in Bexhill is to be made safe and put up for sale, council leaders have decided.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Public toilets reopen after major refurbishment
Modernised public toilets have reopened at a popular recreation ground as part of major investment project

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:30:58 +0100
Brighton Pride organiser says Berlin attack is 'real focus' for this year's event
The world’s eyes will be on the city this weekend as tens of thousands gather for the UK’s biggest Pride festival.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Annual Teddy Bears Picnic returns with free family fun
Children and families in Haywards Heath are invited to bring their teddy bears for an afternoon of fun.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inclusive sports event helps people build confidence and friendships
People with learning disabilities are proving that sport is about more than competition.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Family-run nursery earns 'Strong' across all Ofsted categories
A Hove nursery has been rated ‘Strong’ in all areas under Ofsted’s new system.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Families welcomed back as upgraded play area officially opens
A newly upgraded play area is now open and ready for families to enjoy.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents invited to have their say on district plan changes
Proposed changes to Mid Sussex District Plan are now under public consultation.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Exhibition shines spotlight on Quentin Bell's colourful legacy
An artist’s “antidote to gloom” is being celebrated in an exhibition.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Garden centre named the best destination in the South East
A garden centre in Copthorne has been crowned the best in the South East.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
British astronaut Tim Peake to bring latest tour to Bexhill-On-Sea this October
Tim Peake's UK tour, Astronauts: The Quest To Explore Space, will come to the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill-On-Sea on October 14.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
West Sussex village to benefit from £2.3 million Southern Water network overhaul
Residents in the village of Cocking are set to benefit from a major programme of water mains replacements from Southern Water.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Horsham District Council announces £7.2 million investment in infrastructure
Horsham District Council has approved more than £7.2 million of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding for projects across the Horsham District.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
LEGO Brick Festival returns with family fun and rare displays
A celebrated LEGO fan event is set to return to Crawley.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Italian food tour to bring taste of Italy to Sussex countryside
An immersive Italian food adventure is coming to Sussex countryside.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
University hosts biggest chess tournament in its history
Chess champions, rising stars and fans gathered for University of Sussex’s largest-ever tournament.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Restaurant unveils exclusive beers created with Sussex brewery
A restaurant has teamed up with a local brewery to launch two new beers.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New SIXT car hire branch opens at railway station
A new car rental branch has opened in the heart of Brighton

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Zoo celebrates baby boom with rare monkeys and lemur births
Lemur babies, spider monkeys and prairie dog pups are among the latest arrivals in a season of new life at Drusillas zoo.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New retirement community welcomes visitors to show suite
A new later living community has officially opened its show suite in Eastbourne.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP champions new homelessness hub in funding appeal
Chris Ward, MP for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven, is backing the government’s push to end rough sleeping.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Council meetings should be easier to attend, understand and take part in'
At last week’s Full Council meeting, Green Councillor Ollie Sykes made a bold manifesto promise on the hoof, but one we think is needed.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
University of Brighton graduate designs 3D-printed low-cost prosthetic foot
A uni graduate developed a low-cost prosthetic foot for children that could reduce time they wait for correctly sized prosthesis from six weeks to seven days

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex company launches new dog toy for smaller breeds
A new dog toy from Sussex-based company has hit the market.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Comedy night and surrealist picnic to come to Lewes gallery next month
Farleys House & Gallery in Lewes is set to host Arts Laugh comedy night on August 28 and the Annual Surrealist Picnic on

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Enchanting children's trail returns to Sussex garden
High Beeches Garden has welcomed the return of the Willow Fairy and Dragon Trail.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP urges NHS to reinvest hospital land sale proceeds
An MP has demanded answers over the sale of land and called for all proceeds to be reinvested in healthcare.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pickle juice meets matcha in unusual new summer drink
A tea company has launched limited edition iced pickle matcha drink.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four Brighton and Hove dining deals that are worth trying this summer
I'm always keenly on the lookout for juicy dining deals to share with our Taste readers.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
University celebrates three decades of global summer learning
The University of Sussex is marking 30 years of Undergraduate Summer School programmes.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Why Chardonnay should be given a chance, says Brighton wine expert
"I don’t like Chardonnay but I love Chablis." Wine shops across the country endlessly hear this phrase from shoppers, but the statement is purely and simply contradictory

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:48:40 +0100
Major change to finishing point of Pride parade
A change has been made to the finishing point of Brighton and Hove Pride's parade.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man says he bit into metal screw in sandwich from popular food shop
A man has described the shock and pain of biting into a metal screw baked into a piece of bread bought from Infinity Foods in Brighton North Laine

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:53:34 +0100
More than 50 vehicles pitch up on prime beach spot
The vehicles, which include approximately 25 caravans, have been pictured at East Beach Green in Littlehampton today (July 30)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:09:00 +0100
What are the next steps for the King Alfred after plans were approved?
With plans for the King Alfred Leisure Centre in Hove having been approved at committee, what does this really mean and what are the next steps for the project?

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