The Argus
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:20:29 +0100Two arrested on train with axe as armed police storm station
Two people have been arrested following an altercation on a train.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:57:00 +0100Co-founder of far right group 'pulled man's hair' at Brighton protest
A co-founder of a far right group is set to go to trial.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:10:00 +0100Sussex spot named as the UK's independent bakery 'capital'
Brighton and Hove has been named as the UK's "independent bakery capital" by insurers Hiscox.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Final chance to have your say on plans for around 3,000 new homes
Residents have one final opportunity to comment on a major planning document that will shape development until 2041.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Best places to see Draconid meteor shower in Sussex this week as spectacle returns
Sussex is home to some of the darkest skies in south-east England, making it an ideal place to watch this week's Draconid meteor shower.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Protest outside hospital calls for NHS to drop £330m data contract
Sussex campaigners called on the NHS to ditch its contract with US tech firm Palantir, saying it is unfit to work with the health service.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council launches legal action over plans to change district boundaries
A council launched legal action to protect its interests in response to proposed changes to local government boundaries.
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100The Prime Minister’s speech gives me hope that big change is coming
On the way back to Brighton from Liverpool last week I reflected that I was waiting for a Labour Prime Minister to give the speech Andy Burnham gave, my whole life.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Images show balconies being dismantled at development after major water damage
Scaffolding has gone up at the Albion Street site in Southwick, where 49 new flats have been delayed due to design and workmanship problems.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:38:00 +0100'People don't feel safe' - warning amid call for pedestrianisation of city street
Councillor Gary Wilkinson is calling for the pedestrianisation of St James's Street in Kemp Town, Brighton, in the hope to improve its safety.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Man 'perplexed' by rail fine for journey 300 miles away he insists he never made
A Sussex man was left "perplexed" after receiving a rail fine for a Newcastle journey he insists he never made
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Neighbours in 'genuine outrage' as air conditioning units spark major backlash
A retrospective planning application for air conditioning units on an office building in a residential part of Hove has attracted 20 strongly-worded objections from neighbours
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fresh start for former restaurant shut down after drugs raid
Brighton and Hove City Council has partially approved plans to convert the former E39 Turkish restaurant in Western Road, Hove, into Nam Dental Studio
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:31:00 +0100Serial burglar jailed for three years after targeting construction sites and the NHS
A serial burglar who raided offices and building sites has been jailed.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sussex restaurant named in top 10 per cent worldwide on Tripadvisor
A restaurant is celebrating double win after securing its fourth Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award alongside another five-star Food Hygiene Rating
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Primary school becomes one of only two in Europe to earn accolade
A primary school has been named one of two in Europe to be accredited as an International Spanish Academy
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Unique' village in Sussex named among the best places to live in England
Argus readers were asked to suggest places in Sussex that belong among the country’s best places to live.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:01:00 +0100School friends to breath fresh life into 200 year old pub in centre of historic town
The Elephant & Castle, in White Hill, Lewes, is due to reopen at the end of October under new landlord Max Aben, with Pat’s Pizza running the kitchen.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Plans for bungalows backing onto high street recommended for approval
Plans to build bungalows in Etchingham are set to go in front of Rother councillors
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0100Former animal rescue centre site with development potential listed for sale
Located on Hangleton Lane in Ferring, near Worthing, the one-acre property was previously home to Wadars Animal Rescue Centre, which recently relocated to Willow Farm, Patching.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100Plans to turn seafront property into HMO for 19 residents
Brighton and Hove City Council has given the green light to proposals to redevelop 46-48 Kings Road, creating a 16-bedroom HMO while adding an extra storey.
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Dragons’ Den-backed gifting app grows into £1.2m business
A gifting app that won backing on Dragons’ Den has become £1.2 million business.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:51:41 +0100Live updates as emergency services are dealing with an incident on rail line
The emergency services are dealing with an incident between Brighton and Haywards Heath. Trains running between these stations are subject to delays, alterations and cancellations.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:20:22 +0100Live updates as main road blocked by crash involving bus
The A259 is currently blocked in both directions due to a crash involving a bus.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:10:34 +0100Shingle works begin at beaches to help protect homes from flooding
The works, which began on October 5, are being carried out at Shoreham and Southwick beaches, and Seaford beach.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:01:24 +0100Sussex residents warned over 1 common item that should not go in recycling
A binman has revealed one item that should never go in your recycling bin otherwise your bins might not be collected.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:21:38 +0100Jennifer Lopez 'lined up' for Pride headline slot
Jennifer Lopez has been approached by festival organisers for what would be her first UK performance in 15 years, according to The Sun.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:15:00 +0100Passengers urged to plan ahead with railway due to shut for nine days
Services between Wadhurst and Tonbridge will be suspended for nine days from October 24 November 1 to allow for works on the Hastings line.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:43:39 +0100Live updates as crash on major diversion route causes travel chaos
The A27 Arundel Road near Salvington Hill is partially blocked due to a crash, with the A280 Long Furlong also shut due to a burst water main.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:10:12 +0100Road closed while firefighters tackle house blaze-live updates
Firefighters were called to a house fire on the A283 in Egdean, Petworth, in the early hours of this morning (October 5).
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Free half-term play days announced after thousands attend summer events
Free family play days saw 24 per cent rise in attendance this summer.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Cheeky rugby sponsorship puts men’s health firmly in the spotlight
A rugby sponsorship deal is putting men’s health firmly in the spotlight.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Nursery earns 'Strong Standard' Ofsted rating across all categories
An Eastbourne nursery has been praised for its warm, caring approach and focus on emotional wellbeing.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Alice Cooper announces special guests for UK book tour this October
Alice Cooper has announced special guest moderators for upcoming UK book tour.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Law firm appoints new partner to strengthen residential property team
A new partner has joined the property team at Mayo Wynne Baxter.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Smokers offered free one-to-one support to help them quit this Stoptober
A Stoptober campaign is reaching out to smokers to help them quit for good.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100New homes with energy-saving technology go on sale from £180,000
A new development of energy-efficient homes in East Sussex has been launched.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Food festival returns to celebrate everything from farm to fork
A month-long celebration of food is returning to shine a light on everything from farm to fork and beyond.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hospital landmark turns pink to raise awareness of corneal donation
A hospital clock tower was lit up in pink as part of national campaign.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sharks, storms and surfing grannies feature in UK ocean film tour
An epic sea journey, ocean wildlife and the power of the waves will take centre stage on big screen.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Care home awarded gold accreditation for its dementia care
A care home has been awarded gold accreditation for dementia care.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Calls for year-round testing as councillors push for cleaner beaches
Worthing councillors are calling for tangible progress to improve water quality.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Home care firm opens larger headquarters as business continues to grow
A home care provider has opened new headquarters as part of its latest expansion plans.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100New food waste collections see 72 tonnes recycled in first week
Over 72 tonnes of food waste was collected in Adur and Worthing in one week.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Auditions open for young performers to join National Theatre festival play
A theatre group is seeking around 20 young people to perform a play about a teenager with Auditory Processing Disorder.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fatboy Slim announces two special charity shows at seafront venue
DJ Fatboy Slim set to perform two special shows to raise money for charity.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Kew Gardens unveils packed autumn programme with Halloween and family fun
Kew Gardens is set to host a variety of autumnal activities.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Restaurant turns back the clock with special menu to mark 15 years
A restaurant is marking a major milestone with a nostalgic menu and nod to its roots.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100Tapestry exhibition explores 2,000 years of Black British history
A tapestry exhibition redefining narrative of British history will go on display this autumn.
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100'The flame of love in their hearts for Nicola and Karen will never be extinguished'
Ahead of the 40th anniversary of the Babes in the Wood murders, former police officer Graham Bartlett remembers Nicola Fellows and Karen Hadaway