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Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +000018th century cottage gutted by fire could be saved by building homes in its garden
The Grade II-listed Thatch Cottage in Pond Lane, Worthing, has been left in ruin since the roof an first floor of the property were destroyed in a fire in 2023.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Serial rapist who tied up victim with computer mouse cord dies in prison
A serial rapist has died in prison
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Decision made on plans to turn 'dilapidated' Victorian hotel into 16-bedroom HMO
Plans to convert a "dilapidated" hotel on Western Road in Brighton and Hove into a large House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) have been approved
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Plans revealed to transform 'rotten' smelling 19th century chapel
A planning application has been submitted to transform a Rye chapel into a home.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Historic village pub's desperate plea to customers amid 'ridiculous' bills
The owners of The Red Lyon pub in Slinfold say the venue will struggle to survive without more local support.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Man who breached domestic abuse order among those at Brighton Magistrates' Court
Conor MacDougall, Robert Divall, Khadijo Ramsbottom, Edson Idrica Correia Jamanca, Rajandran Vijayan, Samuel Liam Maclean, Emily Byfield-Riches, Robert Firmin, Andrew Nicholls, Liam Conway, Daniel Vitler, Ruhel Ali, Shaun Lee Lander, Majid Hassan-Nas...
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sussex spot sees some of UK's biggest surge in house prices
Hove in East Sussex has seen property values surge while the rest of the UK market slumped, according to research from Clifton Private Finance.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Developer says 24-hour bingo hall plan will improve safety in town
Plans have been submitted for a 24-hour bingo hall in Eastbourne Town Centre.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Winery's plan to extend opening hours and incorporate live music faces backlash
An application for a new premises licence for Ridgeview Wine Estate is being considered by the Lewes District Council Licensing Sub-Committee
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Owners of popular pub to take over riverside venue
The owners of The Stonemasons Inn will pick up the keys to The Amsterdam Inn in Shoreham in two weeks.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sussex city crowned the South East's domestic tourism capital
Analysis shows that people in Chichester are searching for domestic tourism, day trips and connected keywords more than anywhere else in the South East.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000The best and worst areas for park access in Brighton revealed
Brighton’s neighbourhoods with the best and worst access to parks have been revealed in a new study.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Armed Forces Covenant signed to support ex-military personnel
Southern Water have signed an Armed Forces Covenant which now recognises Southern Water as a Veteran Aware workplace.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Popular open garden reopens with plenty of new events
The greenhouse in Alexandra Park will now welcome the public on Thursdays from 2pm to 4pm, and Saturdays from 10.30am to 1pm.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Ancient woodland in Sussex named one of the best in the UK for a walk this spring
Country Living has picked out just five of the best woodland walks across the country with this stunning place in Sussex named.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Multi-million-pound investment to buy new fire engines
West Sussex County Council has committed to invest £4.8m in West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service to purchase a further 12 new fire engines.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000MP warns fuel duty rise could worsen heating oil price crisis
Liberal Democrat MP John Milne, has urged the Chancellor to address the soaring energy and fuel costs facing families and businesses across the constituency.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Atmospheric images capture Beachy Head shrouded in sea mist
These images capture a foggy day at Beachy Head, where sea mist rolled in to soften the dramatic landscape into muted tones and shifting silhouettes.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000MP demands investigation into £5 million overspend on roadworks
Hastings MP Helena Dollimore has demanded an independent inquiry into the £5 million overspend on the Queensway Gateway project.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Picture-perfect English village' where you can find the highest point in Sussex
Found in the Chichester district of West Sussex, just four miles north west of Petworth, Lurgashall sits inside the South Downs National Park.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Financial support for families living in temporary accommodation
Families living in temporary accommodation in Hastings have been given financial support.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:10:49 +0000Hundreds of women in fancy dress pile into the sea as huge annual event returns
Five hundred women took part in The Big Swim today on Brighton beach, marking International Women’s Day, which took place last week.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 09:32:55 +0000Man arrested after reports of woman being raped in car park
A man has been arrested after reports of a woman being raped in Lyndhurst Road car park, Worthing, West Sussex, on Wednesday, March 11.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Fears deadly disease could be unearthed by construction of new homes
Plans for two homes near the historic anthrax pit in St Leonards face public concern over contamination, flood risk, wildlife, and local infrastructure
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Developers stop work at site blighted by sewage issues
Work at the Fossil Bay site in Earnley has now been paused, after Chichester District Council planning officers rejected proposals for an on-site sewage system.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Neighbour fears over house plans that 'looks like World War Two bunker'
Playden residents have objected to plans for a new single-storey house on Saltcote Lane, citing rural impact and flood risk as other concerns
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Pub in former church in the heart of The Lanes is set for revamp and name change
The Font in The Lanes in Brighton could get a revamp and name change
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Corner shop could have licence suspended after selling vodka drink to child
Arun District Council licensing officers have recommended the suspension for Londis on Norfolk Road, in Littlehampton, after the store failed a test purchase
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Young Brighton couple wins multimillion-pound payout in lottery win
A young couple from Brighton has won the equivalent of £3,600,000 on The National Lottery
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000Brighton artist shortlisted to create artwork from the wood of Sycamore Gap tree
The public is being invited to vote on which of six shortlisted artists should create an artwork from the wood of the illegally felled Sycamore Gap tree
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000More than 100 acres of farmland near the coast put up for sale
More than 120 acres of coastal farmland are up for sale in East Sussex between Seaford and Newhaven.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Plans approved for Traveller pitches on landfill site
Plans for seven gypsy/traveller pitches in Westbourne have been approved by Chichester District Council.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Best micropub in Sussex' with 'fantastic range' of drinks that is loved by TV star
The Rye Waterworks was the first micropub to open in South East Sussex, its website says, and has been popular ever since.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Boarded up former vape shop on busy street could become fried chicken takeaway
Plans have been submitted to transform a vacant high street shop on Western Road in Brighton, formerly a vape shop, into a fried chicken takeaway.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Decision due on speed limits and bus lanes as part of new interchange plans
Plans linked to a new bus interchange in Newhaven are set to go in front of county councillors.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000From navy base to eyesore: looking back at crumbling leisure centre's history
With long awaited plans to transform the crumbling King Alfred submitted, we look back at the landmark building’s history.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000These are five everyday habits that make mould grow in coastal areas in Sussex
Everyday habits could be turning your home in Brighton and Hove into a breeding ground for damp and mould, according to experts from HG.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Glastonbury headliner and TV judge to feature in Sussex painting competition
The Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year 2026 will be taking place on March 28 at The Venue in Worthing.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:32:25 +0000Rock legend's favourite guitar becomes the most expensive ever sold at mega auction
A Fender Stratocaster played by David Gilmour on Pink Floyd records has sold for more than £10 million - the most expensive guitar ever sold.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:03:32 +0000Revelry continues as pothole that recently celebrated 8th birthday finally filled in
Two veteran pothole campaigners, who recently held a birthday party for the long-standing pothole on Pevensey Garden in Worthing, have now celebrated a "major victory" after the road was resurfaced.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Six great-value food and drink offers in Brighton and Hove
Weekly round-up of pocket-friendly dining and drinking deals across the city, compiled by Nick Mosley.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000MP challenges Southern Water chief over pollution and higher bills
Liberal Democrat MP John Milne, has met with Chief Executive of Southern Water to press the company on sewage pollution and the rising cost of water bills.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000No Smoking Day offers fresh hope for Brighton and Hove
No Smoking Day this year feels especially important for Brighton and Hove, writes Councillor Mitchie Alexander.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000From schools reform to Royal Mail and Lords overhaul
One of the issues that gets raised with me most often is the huge challenges many families face with the SEND system.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Of patios, perseverance and the return of tulip season
I mentioned struggles with power cleaning last week, and I’m pleased to say I completed the task at the back of the house, writes Geoff Stonebanks.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000The invention that united East and West Sussex
Bruce Fogle on the humble trug – the invention uniting East and West Sussex
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Fun activities planned for children this Easter holidays
Sponsored by various organisations and coordinated by Burgess Hill Town Council, there are options for children with different interests.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 09:16:22 +0000Prince Harry and Meghan Markle furiously hit out at claims she 'brainwashed' Prince
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have hit out at an author for 'constructing ever more elaborate theories' about the Royal Family.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 08:21:16 +0000Queen Elizabeth told friend Meghan Markle 'brainwashed' Prince Harry, claims author
Author Tom Bower has suggested that the late Queen Elizabeth once told a friend, “Meghan’s brainwashed Harry”
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:19:06 +0000Spring on the way, or back to winter? Here's the hourly Brighton weekend forecast
Here is an hour-by-hour weather forecast for Brighton and Hove for the coming weekend, March 13 to March 15, with sun and wind expected.