The Argus

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Water company sorry for 'distress' after retired doctor slapped with £2,500 bill
Jonathan Simon is furious after receiving a projected £2.5k annual bill from Southern Water and has raised questions about the accuracy of information given to customers

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Former gas site with redevelopment potential on sale for millions
The site, located on Finmere Street, Eastbourne, is being offered by property agents Carter Jonas, and measures more than 10 acres in total

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Shingle replenishment works to take place on Sussex beach this autumn
The project, which will be carried out by the Shoreham Port Authority, will transport shingle from the eastern most end of Shoreham Beach to Southwick beach.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans outlined to turn major Sussex school site into housing
Church Barn Steyning Ltd is currently bringing forward proposals to develop the former Steyning Grammar School, on Church Street, Steyning, into a residential scheme

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brighton named second-most expensive city for a night out - here's how much it costs
Brighton and Hove has been named the second most expensive city in UK for a night out

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Researchers uncover major piece of Tudor history with pages of banned book
A senior Tudor official who helped dismantle England’s monastic system secretly protected banned Catholic manuscript during the Reformation.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Owner's thanks to vets who saved pug's life
A pet owner whose pug Penny lived up to her name by swallowing loose change has praised the veterinary practice that saved her pooch's life.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Sussex charity helping people with lung conditions reclaim their confidence
A charity founded by a Sussex woman after being diagnosed with a chronic lung condition is supporting people across East Sussex

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dragon boat race raises more than £35,000 for hospice care
A dragon boat race raised more than £35,000 for hospice care.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents relive the swinging sixties at Woodstock-inspired festival
A care home has taken a colourful trip back in time with Woodstock-themed festival.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Community groups invited to apply for grants worth up to £250,000
Community groups are invited to apply for funding aimed at bringing people together and strengthening local connections.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
From grape picking to battle re-enactments - what's on this autumn
Vineyard harvests, historic re-enactments and open-air pumpkin patches lining up to make Sussex a must-visit spot this autumn.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP helps judge colourful costumes as carnival kicks off bonfire season
MP Mims Davies helped judge colourful display of costumes at this year’s Uckfield Carnival.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Week of events to showcase the power of volunteering in communities
A week-long celebration in Adur will shine a light on the power of giving back.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brighton symposium to examine city's historic links to slave trade
A city’s links to the transatlantic slave trade are set to take centre stage at a community symposium.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Community projects could receive grants worth up to £20,000
A funding scheme opened for projects working to improve communities.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nearly 200 improvement projects under way to upgrade health sites
Nearly 200 improvement projects under way to upgrade sites across Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Crematorium open day hailed a 'huge success' after attracting 150 visitors
A crematorium open day has been described as "huge success".

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP speaks out after lifesaving volunteers targeted with online abuse
Chris Ward MP has spoken out in defence of RNLI volunteers after they faced online abuse.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Mental health patients urged to share experiences to help improve care
Mental health service users are being asked to share experiences to help shape future care.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pharmacy service expands to treat migraines, acne and hay fever
Pharmacists will soon be able to treat more health conditions without the need for GP appointment.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents raise housing, health and online safety concerns with MP
Constituents met face-to-face with MP to raise personal and community concerns.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New youth opera promises magical world of music, wonder and excitement
An enchanting new youth opera will take centre stage this autumn.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Strictly favourites join forces for dazzling new 24-date dance tour
Strictly Come Dancing stars Aljaz Skorjanec, Carlos Gu, Gorka Marquez and Julian Caillon headline the 24-date Here Come The Boys UK tour from June 1, 2027.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wildlife scheme aims to bring back ponds lost from the landscape
Six ponds are to be created or restored across the South Downs to support wildlife and biodiversity.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Airport boss awarded honorary doctorate after almost 20 years in aviation
A business leader has been awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Chichester.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Curious squirrels steal the show in charming wildlife photographs
These photographs depict the adorable squirrels living in Hampden Park in Eastbourne.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nature-connected house could inspire new approach to sustainable living
A house designed to connect people with nature could soon inspire new vision for sustainable living.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Writing scheme seeks the next generation of unpublished women novelists
A writing programme is offering unpublished women chance to launch their literary careers.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bestselling children's author among stars of new three-day book festival
A literary festival set to launch this autumn, promising more than 40 events across three days.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Lady Colin Campbell's summer ball raises nearly £10,000 for veterans
A charity summer ball raised nearly £10,000 to support the care of disabled military veterans.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex heroines to be celebrated for charity work at special racing event
Eight unsung heroes are set to be celebrated in style at special day of racing and glamour.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:04:38 +0100
Man forced woman to have sex with him for food - and made her wear a nappy
Worthing man Mark Holden has been jailed for 12 years for multiple rapes and abusive offences against a woman spanning several years

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
One man's quest to save community greengrocer from 'becoming a vape shop'
A Woodingdean man is keen to keep a now closed down community grocer alive with a new business plan

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Albion submit plans for new heritage feature at Amex following huge fan backlash
Brighton and Hove Albion have submitted formal plans seeking permission to erect a 60-metre heritage display on the Amex stadium concourse

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Sussex brewer set to 'bring pub back to life' after years of closure and neglect
Brewing Brothers has taken on the Duke of Wellington in Hastings Old Town and plans to transform it into a community-focused pub, serving its own beer alongside wood-fired pizzas

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Council says it will fight 101-home development despite granting planning approval
Brighton and Hove City Council confirmed it will battle developers at a land tribunal to prevent building on the protected Benfield Valley green space.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Historic medieval property listed for sale in 'once in a generation' opportunity
The 15th-century family home, once known as Salvington Grange, is located on Ashacre Lane, in Worthing.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Star-studded Sussex village fears losing its identity to almost 6,000 new homes
A star-studded Sussex village could lose its identity if planned developments deliver almost 6,000 new homes

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Town becomes first in the country to formally recognise rights of trees
Lewes Town Council adopted the new 'Tree Charter' in a unanimous vote on September 10

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
'School of the decade' opens new school in Hove
Children, parents and teachers gathered to celebrate official opening of Brighton College Prep Hove.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:57:45 +0100
Council pays father £2,800 after delay to daughters support plan
West Sussex County Council has paid £2,800 to a father after taking 14 months to issue an Education, Health & Care Plan for his daughter.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:04:11 +0100
Arrest at anti-migrant protest after man 'fails to remove scarf'
A 58-year old man has been arrested on suspicion of failing to remove a scarf covering his face at an anti-migrant protest in Burgess Hill on September 15.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Petition urges return of asylum hotel to former use
The petition concerns the Copthorne Hotel, near Crawley, which has been used to house asylum seekers since 2021.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Taxi drivers want council to raise fares amid rising costs
Taxi drivers want Brighton and Hove City Council to put up fares to help them deal with the increasing costs of running and maintaining a licensed cab.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
The Sussex towns where people claim the most and least benefits
New figures reveal the proportion of working-age adults claiming Personal Independence Payments in Sussex

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:44:38 +0100
Dogs could be banned from parts of several parks and public spaces under new rules
Dogs could be banned from parts of several Arun parks and public spaces under new rules being considered by councillors.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Reform of Britain's unelected House of Lords is long overdue
There are some truly ludicrous aspects of the unwritten British constitution, writes Andy Winter.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:36:51 +0100
Town centre regeneration plans altered
A number of changes have been made to Horsham District Council’s regeneration plans for the Carfax and the Bishopric.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:06:50 +0100
Council leader agrees to taxi fare increase
Taxi fares are set to increase in Rother, after proposals gained the support of council leaders.

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