The Argus

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Disgraced landlord could lose his licence after groping woman in pub
A pub landlord from Brighton who groped a woman should be “utterly ashamed” of his actions, a judge said

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Hospital staff are 'left in the dark' after they do not get paid
An NHS trust has apologised after temporary hospital staff were not paid on time

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Beloved TV cook and actress celebrate launch of pioneering pub in city centre
A television cook and actress attended the official opening of a new pub designed to support people with learning difficulties into work.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Extreme disappointment' as plans for 190 homes on farmland to go ahead
An MP said she is “extremely disappointed” after the refusal of plans for 190 homes on farmland was overturned

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Owners will restore landmark into 'key performance venue' with 'world class artists'
Owners of a Brighton landmark have given an update on its restoration

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Town centre pub could be set for makeover if plans are approved
Duke of Devonshire, a Mitchells and Butlers pub in central Eastbourne, East Sussex, could be getting an external makeover with new signage

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:17:00 +0000
Looking back at Dockerills from over the years
Following the news that Malcolm Dockerill has died, we look back at one of Brighton’s oldest, independent family-owned businesses.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:09:00 +0000
The ultimate A to Z guide to Christmas in Sussex
The ultimate guide to enjoying the festive holidays in Sussex

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Snacking, quaffing and chatting at La Tapa Loca
I’m always up for tapas so when I was meandering from Hove to Brighton in early Autumn, La Tapa Loca immediately caught my eye and went onto my ‘must-do’ list.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Plans submitted to open cafe in agricultural barn on farm
Plans have been submitted to open a cafe in The Dutch Barn at Blackham Court Farm, Withyham, East Sussex, near Priory Park Business Centre

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Customers buying wine from a hair salon 'could become victims of crime'
Customers buying wine from a hair salon could become victims of crime, a licensing panel heard during a hearing on Tuesday, December 2

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Spectacular bubble show set to take place in city
A spectacular bubble show is set to take place in the city

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Gatwick Airport objects to plans for 3,000 new homes
Gatwick Airport Limited (GAL) has objected to plans to build thousands of homes west of Ifield.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Controversial plans for 5G mast that was put in the wrong place are rejected
Councillors have turned down controversial proposals tied to a 5G mast in Lewes, marking the next step in a long-running planning saga.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Fatboy Slim to headline all-day finale at UK’s biggest family festival
Fatboy Slim also known as Norman Cook, will close out Camp Bestival 2026 with a full-day main stage takeover on Sunday, August 2.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 09:38:24 +0000
Emergency crews tackle fire at town centre shop
A town centre road was shut after a fire broke out at a shop.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Openreach calls on Seaford homes to connect to full fibre network
More than 9,000 homes and businesses in the town can already upgrade to Full Fibre, but so far less than 40 per cent have made the switch

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Report reveals rising need as 1,500 children helped with food weekly
An annual report on emergency food support in Brighton and Hove has found that 1,500 children in the city were supported per week in 2025.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Medical student receives scholarship for academic excellence and support
A medical student from Brighton says a prestigious Academic Scholarship award reinforces her commitment to becoming the very best doctor she can be.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
From camellias to agave, the garden puts on a winter surprise show
The other day, I went out to take some photographs in the garden and came across a wonderful sight

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Join the Christmas sea swim at Shoreham’s Kingston Beach this weekend
Join Shoreham RNLI on Sunday on Kingston Beach for a bracing sea dip for charity.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Striking photos capture dramatic sunset over Bognor Regis beach
These striking images showcase a sunset unfolding over Bognor Regis beach.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Popular café and bakery chain opens in shopping centre
Muffin Break, the popular café-bakery brand known for its freshly baked goods and handcrafted coffee, was set to open a brand-new café in Crawley this October

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Terre à Terre serving up festive and party menus this Christmas
This Christmas, celebrate the season at Brighton’s Terre à Terre, where a flavour-filled menu of festive treats awaits.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
New policy aims to make council debt collection fairer and more humane
Each year, Brighton and Hove City Council collects more than £500 million in council tax, fees and charges to fund more than 700 key local services for residents.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Sussex village inn with 'star quality' named among UK's best at 'hotel Oscars'
The Good Hotel Guide has revealed the winners of its Cesar Awards, picking out the best hotels of the year for 2026.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Teaching Britishness: What happens when a councillor meets a classroom
Has anyone ever had it in for you? There are signs - someone leaks the budget just before you’re about to stand up in front of a million people is one.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The best garden centres across Sussex to pay a visit to this Christmas
From Christmas-themed events to looking at all those Christmas decorations, garden centres in Sussex are amazing to visit during the festive season.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:02:00 +0000
Work to remove seafront roundabout to begin next month
Work is set to begin next month on a new seafront junction

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Traders fear market is being 'brought to its knees' as visitors keep declining
Traders say their market is being “brought to its knees” due to changes in how it operates

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000
City council is considering major changes to rubbish collections
A council is proposing to switch to fortnightly refuse collections due to what it says are improvements in the performance of the service

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:02:29 +0000
Controversial changes to Royal Mail depot are approved
Changes to the design of Royal Mail depot planned for Patcham were approved by councillors by nine votes to one

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:42:47 +0000
Popular Christmas event cancelled due to weather concerns
A popular Christmas event has been cancelled due to high winds forecast

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:01:00 +0000
West Sussex town named as one of the happiest places to live in the UK
A West Sussex town has been named as one of the happiest places to live in the country

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:01:00 +0000
Council told to improve as key service given poor rating by inspectors
A report has found a council's adult social care provisions as "requiring improvement"

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000
School named best in the region in prestigious rankings list
Brighton College has been named the top independent secondary school in the southeast for academic excellence by the Sunday Times

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Pub told to improve in every category following poor food hygiene rating
The Black Horse Inn, a Shepherd Neame pub near Hastings, East Sussex, has received a one-star food hygiene rating following an inspection

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'State-of-the-art' medical unit to ease burden on A&E opens as part of £62m project
A new medical unit has opened at the city’s hospital to ease pressure on A&E

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Iconic' nightclub that has been on sale for months has asking price slashed
Cameo, an "iconic" nightclub in Eastbourne, East Sussex, which went on sale in June, has had its asking price slashed by estate agents Christie & Co.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Why parking under this landmark should be adapted into a homeless shelter'
As you and the readers know, the council are proceeding with their plans to redevelop the King Alfred Leisure Centre.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Councillors to reconsider railway station bus lane plans
County councillors are set to reconsider proposals to install a new bus lane near Eastbourne railway station, following a delay to consider alternative proposals

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:21:00 +0000
Brighton and Sussex to get £38 million of funding amid postponed mayoral election
Millions of pounds worth of funding has been announced for Sussex amid the postponed mayoral elections.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Campsite seeking planning permission for glamping tents installed years ago
Battle Pods & Bells, a campsite near Battle in East Sussex, is seeking planning permission for eight glamping tents that were installed in 2021

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:20:00 +0000
Drink driver caught after driving erratically
A drink driver from Hastings was caught after he was seen driving erratically.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Care home to stop residential dementia care services
West Sussex County Council has confirmed its decision to cease providing residential care services for older people living with dementia, at New Tyne Care Home

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Kittens found soaked and shivering at the bottom of a commercial bin
Two eight-week-old kittens have been rescued by the RSPCA after they were discovered in a commercial bin

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Anger over plans to allow temporary Gypsy caravan site to become permanent
Plans to allow a temporary Gypsy caravan site in Brede, near Hastings in East Sussex, to become permanent have stirred up anger among villagers

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
New centre housing one of fastest growing sports is set to be built
The centre, which would be located on Fishermans Wharf in Brighton Road, Shoreham-by-Sea was recommended for temporary approval

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Urgent repairs planned to stabilise sea wall ahead of major defence works
Funds are being sought so that vital works to Selsey’s West Beach frontage can take place.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
We tried the HUGE Christmas spread at Brighton's Permit Room
If awards were dished out for the funkiest and most extensive Christmas menu Brighton's Permit Rooms would probably get the top gong.

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