The Argus

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brighton pub hits back as government says it has been underpaying workers
A Brighton pub has firmly denied underpaying their workers despite the Government including them in its latest list naming and shaming businesses

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic Sussex private school put up for sale after sudden summer closure
Sompting Abbotts School, a long-established preparatory school near Worthing, closed suddenly over the summer

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Decision on flats up to 11 storeys high that look like 'chunks of Lego'
Plans to build three blocks of flats up to 11 storeys high above Crawley's Poundland store have been refused by the borough council

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The 18 Sussex businesses named and shamed for underpaying staff by more than £100,000
A total of 18 employers across Sussex have been named and shamed by the UK Government for underpaying staff

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Councillors pile pressure on council saddled with £224 million of debt
Worthing Borough Council acknowledged an "extremally challenged financial situation" as the opposition called on the council to address its £224 million debt

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More than 1,000 people against plans for 12-storey block of bedsits by station
A petition opposing plans for a 12-storey, 336-room block of bedsit flats beside Brighton Greenway passed 1,000 signatures

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bakery formerly co-owned by Romesh Ranganathan to be taken over after closure
Coughlans Bakery in Crawley formerly co-owned by comedian Romesh Ranganathan is set to be reopened under new company, Janes Bakery

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Abused kitten finds loving home after suffering suspected fractured skull
A kitten left with suspected fractured skull and other serious injuries has found a loving home.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for homes on pub site are approved
Plans for 10 new “affordable” homes on a former pub site have been approved by councillors this afternoon (Wednesday 2 September).

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
One Sussex beach had more pollution risk warnings than any other this summer
The Environment Agency’s Pollution Risk Forecasting system gives daily advice at selected bathing waters when water quality may be temporarily reduced

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:34:38 +0100
Immersive 360° event to combine live music, moving images and digital art
A 360° audiovisual event is coming to Brighton.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:07:44 +0100
Man charged with arson 'with intent to endanger life' after Brighton blaze
Emergency services were called to Warleigh Road on August 29, after a fire began to spread inside the living area of a house near London Road railway station.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:44:44 +0100
Man arrested for possession with intent to supply drugs after police raid
Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team and the Tactical Enforcement Unit executed a warrant on September 1 at an address in Fairbank Road, Southwater.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:12:36 +0100
Live updates as A27 'crash' causes delays outside Hove
A crash involving two cars has caused delays on the A27 outside Hove.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:25:10 +0100
Live updates: Two miles of traffic delays on A23 following oil spill
Traffic is queuing for two miles on the A23 following an oil spillage from a stalled truck.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nearly £100,000 investment gives high street businesses a new look
A shopfront makeover scheme is bringing new energy and style to high street.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Daughter takes on Three Peaks Challenge in memory of father
A daughter is preparing to climb three mountains in memory of her father.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Review of The Copper Clam: Stunning seafront small plate dining
If I’ve said it once, then I’ve said it a hundred times: Brighton is somewhat lacking in choice when it comes to good, affordable seafood.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Scottish seaside tradition makes sweet debut on the south coast
A Scottish seaside tradition made sweet debut on the south coast this Bank Holiday Monday.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Children invited to nominate an adult to be slimed live on CBBC show
CBBC's Saturday Mash-Up! is inviting children to nominate adults to be slimed on TV.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for major town centre transformation set to take next step
A major town centre upgrade could soon get the green light in Horsham.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Air pollution firm celebrates global growth after prestigious King's Award
A company tackling air pollution and odour is making global impact from its base in West Sussex.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Three wines from Central and Eastern Europe that deliver bang for your buck
Each week Brighton-based vintner, Henry Butler, demystifies the world of wine…

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This month’s Brighton and Hove dining deals
There are some fantastic deals to be had at some of the city’s best restaurants in September. You just need to know where to look.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Amy Winehouse's touring band to celebrate 20 years of Back to Black
A live celebration of Amy Winehouse’s iconic album is coming to Bexhill De La Warr Pavilion.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New digital platform aims to transform how water safety is managed
A new digital platform is set to transform how organisations manage water safety compliance.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP and schoolchildren welcome historic return of the Bayeux Tapestry
The Bayeux Tapestry returned to British soil after nearly 1,000 years.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Third maternity leave AI workshop to focus on building a side hustle
An AI workshop designed for women on maternity leave to take place in Brighton.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:38:36 +0100
Study finds virtual reality could improve wellbeing for cancer patients
Virtual reality is being explored as tool to help manage pain.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Music festival launches £35 day tickets in bid to make event more accessible
New affordable day tickets have been launched for an East Sussex music festival.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
£6,000 boost helps opera project unite schoolchildren and older generations
An opera scheme is bringing together children and older people through power of music.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cancer surgeon receives patient experience award for exceptional care
A cancer surgeon has been honoured for exceptional care.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Tattooing couple mark 50 years in the industry with live art exhibition
A couple will hold a live gallery exhibition to celebrate 50 years in tattooing industry.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bus driver celebrates milestone after nearly 43 years on the road
A Chichester bus driver is celebrating 35 years of service with Stagecoach.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Latin music night to raise vital funds for earthquake relief
A charity event has been organised to raise funds for humanitarian relief in Venezuela.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP demands urgent action as 19 in 20 burglaries fail to lead to charge
Just one in 20 burglaries in Sussex lead to criminal charge, raising concerns about public safety and police resources.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Permanent banking hub opens offering cash and face-to-face services
A new banking hub has opened to serve residents and businesses.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major transport upgrade begins with new bus lane and safer cycle facilities
Work is set to begin on transport improvement scheme aimed at boosting bus reliability and safety.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sir Michael Palin to narrate documentary on Bayeux Tapestry's historic return
Sir Michael Palin will lend his voice to a new documentary exploring the return of Bayeux Tapestry to the UK.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Housebuilder helps threatened swifts take flight with special nesting bricks
A housebuilder is helping wildlife take flight by making space for swifts in homes.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
True crime podcast lands exclusive Netflix deal after half a billion views
A true crime podcast is set to reach a global audience after signing exclusive deal with Netflix.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
World's last seagoing paddle steamer returns for special coastal cruises
A historic steamship is returning to Sussex this September, offering coastal cruises to mark 80 years since launch.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Natalie Imbruglia to play intimate record store show on album tour
Natalie Imbruglia is heading to Brighton next week as part of record store tour.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Estate agency launches film series celebrating independent businesses
An estate agency has launched a short film series celebrating the stories behind independent businesses and landmarks in Brighton and Hove.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Curious hare pauses for the camera during countryside encounter
These photographs show a hare in the Sussex countryside.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Film fans can watch any Cineworld movie for £4 this weekend
Cineworld Eastbourne is celebrating National Cinema Weekend, offering tickets for £4.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Weekend of photography celebrates 10 years of women behind the lens
A weekend of photography and storytelling will celebrate work of women behind the lens.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:02:10 +0100
Furious mum slams council over 'pointless' parking space for disabled son
Full-time carer Selina Ragless described the space as hilariously small and right in front of the post, making it impossible to use.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:02:47 +0100
Shopping centre partially reopens after seven week closure
Part of Swan Walk shopping centre in Horsham has reopened after a glass pane fell from its roof causing it to close for over a month.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man charged hundreds for damage to rental car 'he could never have caused'
A Brighton man has shared his frustrations after the Enterprise Car Club charged him hundreds for damage which he said he did not cause

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