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Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:59:00 +0100
Winne-the-Pooh anniversary project aims to rekindle children's connection with nature
A magical new project will celebrate the 100th anniversary of A.A. Milne’s beloved Winnie-the-Pooh stories at Ashdown Forest in East Sussex.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'This cannot be one single IBS laden dog': town sees spike in dog poo dumpings
Residents have raised concerns over a growing problem with bagged dog waste being left across the village

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Train line closed out of Brighton this weekend as passengers told to plan ahead
Train passengers are being advised to plan ahead this early May bank holiday due to planned engineering works in Sussex and other parts of the south east

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Bright orange orb' UFO spotted in night sky over Sussex
The "bright orange orb" was allegedly spotted hovering in the night sky in Bognor Regis on April 2

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
60mph speed limit next to playground is a 'sabotage to the safety of children'
A 60mph speed limit sign next to a children’s playground has sparked outrage in a coastal community

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Graves of two missing soldiers identified 100 years after their deaths
The graves of two missing First World War soldiers have been identified in Belgium

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex haulage firm 'at risk of going bust' as Iran war inflates fuel costs
A Sussex haulage company is “at risk of going bust” due to rising fuel costs caused by the Iran war

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Historic pub to reopen with refurbishment after sale to local businessman
The Grade II listed White Swan in Bosham, near Chichester, has been purchased by Peter Terry of Emsworth Heating Limited.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Doctor who sexually assaulted woman in hospital consultation room remains suspended
A doctor who sexually assaulted a colleague in a consultation room remains suspended from the profession.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex spots with 'brilliant eateries' named among the best seaside towns in the UK
Publisher Time Out has shared its picks of the 16 best seaside towns in the UK to visit in 2026.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
What we thought of the Hove restaurant breathing new life into the seafront
Despite the bemoaners, Brighton and Hove’s seafront is seeing an unstoppable level of development and rejuvenation from Portslade to the marina

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Former children's home to become eight-bedroom HMO
The change of use has been granted for 56 Rowlands Road in Worthing, which was previously used as a children’s home

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Swarm of bees spotted in Sussex garden 'so early in the year'
A swarm of bees has caused a buzz after gathering in a garden

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Beavers reintroduced to a woodland for the first time in centuries have started dams
A family of beavers is transforming a woodland just weeks after being rehomed

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Synth-pop legends who filled 80s dancefloors are coming to Sussex
Synth-pop legends Heaven 17 are set to perform at Bexhill’s De La Warr Pavilion this October

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:42:08 +0100
Updates as police in city centre following incident
Police in North Street, Brighton

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:18:18 +0100
New car boot sale to launch in Sussex this May weekend
A new car boot sale is set to launch this weekend, inviting the community to shop, sell and connect.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:04:15 +0100
Man arrested following incident on roof of property
A man has been arrested after throwing objects from the roof of a property for more than eight hours.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charity football match raises £2,300 for hospice care
Hastings people receiving end-of-life care will benefit from more than £2,300 thanks to a fundraising football match organised by kind-hearted Tesco colleagues.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents join city-wide challenge to record wildlife
Residents were invited to take part in a city-wide challenge to help document and protect wildlife.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Theatre show celebrating Oscar Wilde to tour this summer
A theatre show celebrating the life and legacy of Oscar Wilde is coming to the stage this June.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Christmas panto announces stars from EastEnders and X Factor
Stars from EastEnders and an X Factor winner have been announced as the cast of Hastings’ Christmas pantomime.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inflatable labyrinth challenge returns with new obstacles
An inflatable obstacle course stretching more than 1,000ft coming to Haywards Heath K this summer.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nursery expansion to meet rising demand for early education
Burgess Hill Girls to expand its popular co‑educational Nursery with the introduction of new Pre‑School classes from September 2026.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Community clothing loop offers new way to swap outfits
Brighton and Hove residents can now take part in a new way to refresh their wardrobe and meet people in the community.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Community fundraiser honours mum and supports hospice
A hospice fundraiser is being held in memory of a Hove mother-of-two.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Arts initiative celebrates 10th edition with community events
A project bringing free art events directly to communities is celebrating its 10th edition.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Opera project brings generations together through music
An opera project is bringing the magic of music to life by uniting different generations through song.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pub team celebrate national accolade after strong first year
A pub has earned national praise after being named New Franchisee of the Year at a major industry awards ceremony.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP visits treatment works and calls for further action
MP Jess Brown-Fuller visited the Summer Lane Wastewater Treatment Works to see how Southern Water’s multi-million pound upgrade is supporting the environment and planned housing growth.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Independent musician breaks into top five gospel chart
Elijah MC’s new single blends reggae with faith-driven lyricism, creating a distinctive sound that is gaining traction across both Christian and mainstream audiences.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home launches choir to boost wellbeing through music
A care home in Chichester has struck the right chord by launching a dementia choir ahead of Music Therapy Week.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Study finds pesticide traces in birds linked to pet products
Research from the University of Sussex has discovered widespread contamination by pesticides in the feathers, eggs and even chicks of wild birds.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Fundraiser honours legacy of dedicated cricket club figure
A cricket club has raised more than £900 in memory of its late chairperson.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Volunteer-run radio station launches fundraising weekend event
A Brighton community radio station has called on the public to help keep it on the airwaves.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Predicting politics is always a fool’s errand'
Ivor Gaber gazes into his rather cloudy crystal ball to try and predict what might happen in Sussex in next week’s elections.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:57:26 +0100
Person pronounced dead after being hit by train
A person has died after being hit by a train on April 29, around 4.30pm, in Shoreham-by-sea, at a level crossing near a McDonald's, BTP said.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:46:50 +0100
Live updates as railway comes to a standstill after person hit by train
A person has been hit by a train between Hove and Worthing in Sussex, Southern Rail have said, with all services between the two stations currently unable to run.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:38:15 +0100
In pictures - construction of new drive-through Greggs continues to cause traffic
The construction of a new drive-through Greggs is continuing to cause heavy traffic on the A27 near the Amex stadium in Falmer, just north of Brighton.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:08:09 +0100
Rescue services give statement after tree smashes through residential window
A tree fell over and smashed through the window of a residential property on Bedford Row in Worthing, West Sussex,

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:39:50 +0100
University 'comprehensively vindicated' after free speech ruling overturned in court
University of Sussex in Brighton has won a High Court challenge against the OfS regulator over a finding that it had infringed on lawful free speech.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:02:55 +0100
City centre pub wants to stay open until 3am but police object
A pub in the centre of Brighton pub wants to stay open later but faces a formal hearing after police and council officials objected to its licence application.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Traders group calls out 'major obstacles' to doing business in famous market town
A traders group from Lewes in East Sussex has expressed concerns about the "major obstacles" to opening a business in the famous market town

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New cabaret business will 'usher in a new era' for 'neglected' venue
The operators of a “neglected” venue are ready to “usher in a new era” with their new cabaret business.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:51:51 +0100
90 homes to be built near 30mph road where drivers speed at 83mph
Plans to build up to 90 homes in Bucks Green have been approved by Horsham District Council

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:47:21 +0100
City restaurant open for 28 years to close amid 'rising costs'
A city restaurant which has been open for decades has announced it will be closing.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rock guitarist's renovation plans could be held up by protected bats discovery
A rock guitarist's plans to renovate historic farm buildings at his estate could be in jeopardy due to the presence of protected bats

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:17:13 +0100
Popular footpath reopens after being closed for weeks
A "popular" footpath has reopened after being closed for weeks. The route, running from Coldean Lane at the A270 junction to the footbridge over the A27 and into Stanmer Park, was closed for around four weeks to allow for improvement works.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:04:20 +0100
Police seek two men after e-bike theft
Police are seeking two men after an electric bike was stolen.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:15:49 +0100
How every Sussex MP voted on Keir Starmer being investigated over Mandelson saga
The vote concerned whether Sir Keir should be referred to the Privileges Committee over claims relating to the appointment of Lord Peter Mandelson

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