The Argus

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:35:45 +0000
Popular winter art festival returns with 70 venues and handmade gifts
A festive art festival set to return with 70 venues opening their doors to visitors.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Plea to save 1,000-year-old pond before it's too late as it runs dry
A Brighton resident has called for better conservation efforts for Falmer Pond, claiming that it has been “forgotten about”

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Seafront restaurant confirms closure just days after announcing plans for rebrand
Massilia Bay, in Sea Road, Pevensey Bay, had been due to relaunch as La Mora Wine Bar and Restaurant on November 4, but will close instead.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Meet the Brighton man who surprises people with cash prizes at bus stops
A Brighton-born TikToker has celebrated 100 episodes of making videos quizzing strangers on general trivia and handing out money at bus stops

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Divisive structure to be removed from lawn after resident says 'it does my brain in'
The structure on grass outside Coastal Counties House in John Street, Brighton, is set to be cleared by Brighton and Hove City Council.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Prolific shoplifter smashes up job centre
A shoplifter has been jailed after committing a string of offences across West Sussex

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Our schools are running out of money, and teachers are paying the price
Imagine getting your dream job, something you needed a recognised qualification for and training.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Man forced to miss friend's wake after becoming trapped in his home
A resident in sheltered accommodation said that the faulty lift caused him to miss a friend’s wake

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Schoolchildren create touching mural in memory of Battle of Britain hero
A tribute mural honouring wartime bravery will go in school’s Remembrance area.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Offenders tackle beach litter as part of court-ordered unpaid work
Offenders have helped clean up a beach as part of national conservation effort.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Rare 19th-century truncheon with links to famous brewery heads to auction
A rare piece of history set to go under the hammer in Lewes.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Nick Cave and Moby among stars signing guitars for Sussex music therapy auction
Guitars signed by music legends are set to go under the hammer in new charity auction.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Small theatre in running for prestigious national award
A Sussex theatre is in running for an award at The Great British Theatres Awards.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Water company and council join forces to tackle flooding and sewage pollution
An agreement has been formed to address storm overflows and improve water quality.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Weekly support groups launched to tackle male suicide crisis
A new men's group scheme is aiming to halve UK male suicide rate by 2050.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Firefighters warn of candle dangers after two house fires in recent months
Fire and rescue services across the country are urging people to take extra care this Candle Fire Safety Week.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Vineyard opens new tasting room offering free samples of sparkling wine
Roebuck Estates has opened a new cellar door and tasting room in the South Downs.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New photography project to capture untold stories of older LGBTQ+ people
A new portrait and testimony project is capturing queer history through voices and faces of those who lived it.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Major film festival returns to its roots to celebrate 30th anniversary
The UK Jewish Film Festival is marking its 30th anniversary with return to its roots in Brighton.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
MP attends memorial football match honouring young player who died
A memorial football match has been played in tribute to young player who died of undiagnosed heart condition.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
MP warns rising business costs are threatening jobs ahead of Autumn Budget
Rising business costs threatening jobs and investment, say firms.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Jewellery shop announces four days of discounts to celebrate first year
A jeweller is marking one year since it first opened in the city.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New housing development to deliver 12 affordable homes by 2027
A dozen new affordable homes are under construction, offering more opportunities for local people in housing need.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bus company announces free travel for veterans and military personnel
Stagecoach offering free bus travel to military personnel, veterans and cadets in Sussex for Remembrance events.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Manding Melody brings celebrated West African musicians to Shoreham
Two of West Africa's most celebrated musicians set to perform in Shoreham.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New firefighters ready to save lives after completing intensive training
A new group of firefighters has completed their training in East Sussex.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:43:35 +0000
Four fire engines tackle early-morning village house fire
A large emergency response was triggered after a fire broke out in a terraced house in the early hours of the morning.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:36:14 +0000
Live updates as fire service issues warning to avoid area after blaze breaks out
A fire has broken out in the Sands, Ashington, prompting the fire service to issue a warning.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
City centre shop announces closure just over a year after opening
Clothing brand Animal which opened in Brighton city centre just over a year ago is closing

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000
Man accused of killing his mother to face murder trial
A man accused of strangling his mother will stand trial for her murder next year.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:05:00 +0000
Stalker's victims speak of their ordeal and how they 'stood up' to the harassment
A woman who was sent 2,000 messages by Anne-Marie Hughes has said she wants to set up a support group for people experiencing online abuse.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Much-loved community radio station's 'future in jeopardy' after almost 20 years
A much-loved community radio station faces closure

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Former Tulley's Farm worker builds free Halloween maze in his back garden
A 22-year-old Halloween enthusiast is preparing to welcome 'hundreds of visitors' to a free haunted maze built almost entirely by himself in his family home

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:24:36 +0000
Rogue trader stole thousands from clients and impersonated satisfied customers
A rogue trader who defrauded customers across West Sussex and the South of England has been jailed following an investigation by Trading Standards

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Row over leaked council document intensifies as councillor branded 'reckless'
A councillor's actions have been described as "reckless and careless" after he shared "private" council documents on social media

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:08:00 +0000
Pictures show work underway to save seafront arches from collapse
A major project to save the King's Road arches in Brighton from collapse is underway.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:06:10 +0000
Prolific burglar confronted by woman during break-in
A prolific burglar has been jailed after being confronted by a woman during a break-in at her home in Hove.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Council accused of letting contractor inspect its own pothole repairs
East Sussex County Council has been accused of allowing pothole fillings to be quality checked by the same company that fills them

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Heated exchange after Reform councillor reprimanded in meeting
A reminder to a Crawley Reform councillor that he was "in a professional meeting and not a classroom" has prompted an exchange of words.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:27:05 +0000
Controversial plans for almost 200 homes which were refused could get approved
Controversial plans for a major housing development near Ringmer are set to go back in front of councillors

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Post Office owner describes terrifying moment he fought off balaclava-clad robbers
A Post Office owner who fought off robbers said the whole ordeal lasted 47 seconds

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:15:25 +0000
Family urges legal action over Sussex couple jailed in Iran for espionage
The family of a Sussex couple jailed in Iran are urging the government to consider legal action

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
This place in Sussex crowned one of the best for pets on fireworks night in UK
More than seven in ten pet owners say their animals become stressed or anxious during fireworks, research has revealed

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Take a look inside historic Regency home in rare opportunity
A rare chance to step inside one of Brighton’s historic buildings is being offered as part of special fundraising event.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Handsome' market town in Sussex named one of the best places to live in the UK
Horsham earned a spot in the Muddy Stilettos Best Places to Live 2027 guide, which highlights the most desirable locations across the country.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Council pauses major plans amid uncertainty over future of local government
Rother council leaders have agreed to partly pause plans to hand facilities to communities, as a result of uncertainty surrounding local government reform.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Campaigners against 3,000 homes plan say developer tried to discredit them
The examination of Horsham’s Local Plan has taken a step towards completion, with the government’s Planning Inspector indicating that it would be found to be sound

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Plans for 23 homes unveiled as council officers recommend approval
Plans to build 23 homes north of Southwater are to be considered by Horsham District Council

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'I admit I was wrong about Wetherspoons - but I still have one criticism'
A dementia-friendly allotment is growing into a hub of community support.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:30:55 +0000
Live updates as stalled vehicle causes long delays on A27
There are reports of very slow traffic due to broken down vehicle on the A27.

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