The Argus

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Mum whose daughter was stillborn slams findings of maternity investigation
A mum whose baby was stillborn has criticised the findings of a national investigation into maternity care, which she says “falls far short” of what bereaved families were promised.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:10:00 +0100
Council could sell school site, shops and farmland
Shops, commercial premises, a school site and farmland look likely to be put up for sale by Brighton and Hove City Council.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:09:00 +0100
This city area had 2,151 incidents including 300 violent crimes in the past year
The prospect of a 5am Wimpy burger and chips in the centre of Brighton didn’t go down too well with the police, licensing officials or neighbours.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:04:00 +0100
This is when rubbish collections could switch from weekly to fortnightly in Brighton
RE-SENT with key change in intro – collections are proposed to change from weekly to fortnightly.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:54:00 +0100
Calls made to end controversial tip booking system
Calls to end a controversial booking system at rubbish tips are set for debate by councillors.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Big-name beauty brand launches at shopping centre
Charlotte Tilbury products are now available at Boots in Eastbourne’s The Beacon shopping centre, one of only 31 stores across the UK to stock the brand.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:12:00 +0100
Nightmare neighbours causing problems will be targeted in new scheme
High-rise blocks of council flats could have live-in caretakers as part of a drive to tackle the scourge of nightmare neighbours.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Off-licence owner wants to sell alcohol until 2am but police say no
A convenience store owner wants to be able to sell alcohol into the early hours of the morning but faces objections to his licence application.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:50:00 +0100
New school given permission to open
A specialist school with small classes has been granted planning permission to open in Brighton.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:46:00 +0100
Plans reveal hopes to transform pub into homes after more than ten years vacant
A developer has put forward plans to turn a long-vacant former pub into housing.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:26:00 +0100
How artist inspired by Rembrandt has found fresh inspiration in Sussex
From fashion and football shirts to life on the Sussex coast, artist Brian Ayling has found fresh inspiration in St Leonards

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
A new dawn for police leadership?
Amid the noise surrounding the World Cup and the inevitable leak of politics into sporting decisions, far more important news was pushed down to be almost invisible.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:44:11 +0100
Multiple vehicles damaged after car overturns in residential road
Images taken at the scene in Downview Road, Worthing, at approximately 9:40 pm yesterday evening (July 12) show several vehicles with extensive damage.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:32:41 +0100
Person in serious condition after A27 crash
The incident occurred shortly before 6:30am this morning (July 13) on the A27 Pevensey Bypass.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:33:51 +0100
Live updates as services to London suspended after points failure
Several peak train services running between London and Sussex have been suspended after a points failure.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:11:32 +0100
Live updates as A27 closed due to serious crash
The A27 Pevensey Bypass has been closed due to a crash involving two vehicles.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Grants programme boosts jobs and growth for small businesses
A funding programme has helped boost businesses across Newhaven and create 25 new jobs.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Specialist care home set to welcome people with complex neurological needs
A care home is preparing to open its doors to support people with complex neurological needs.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Volunteers earn top national award for police custody support
Volunteers have earned national recognition for work in supporting people in police custody.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New museum display showcases handcrafted jewellery collection
A new jewellery display is now open to the public in Horsham.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pet care retailer launches free children's summer workshops
A pet care retailer is offering free hands-on learning experiences for children this summer holiday.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Schoolchildren shine in original musical staged across Sussex
A thousand schoolchildren across Sussex have taken to the stage in a new musical production.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex seaside town named the worst in the UK again in new 2026 rankings
Bognor Regis has been named the UK's worst seaside town for the second year in a row in a new survey from Which?.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home worker wins national award for palliative care leadership
The dedication of a palliative care worker has earned her a national award.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charity celebrates 30 years of changing lives through adventure
A Chichester charity has celebrated 30 years of changing lives through outdoor adventure and education.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Strictly star Nikita Kuzmin announces new dance show performance
Strictly Come Dancing finalist, Nikita Kuzmin, will perform a new show in Eastbourne.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rising music star Violet Grohl heads out on UK tour
Violet Grohl will play Chalk on October 8 as part of her upcoming tour.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free training programme offers adults chance to boost career skills
Adults are being offered the chance to boost skills through free, flexible training.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New licensing rules to affect private landlords from October
Licensing rules for private landlords will soon apply in Brighton and Hove districts.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cricket club could secure lease on public open space
A cricket club could be granted a lease on public open space in Brighton.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nick Cave visiting Resident record shop ahead of Brighton concert
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds will take over a Brighton record shop this month.

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:55:00 +0100
Anti-social behaviour by e-scooter and e-bike users sparks concern
Anti-social behaviour from people using e-scooters and e-bikes is to be discussed by Crawley Borough Council.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Anger as vandal sprays Count Binface propaganda on newly-renovated museum
Brighton Toy and Model Museum is looking to "make an example" of a vandal who spray-painted on the building's newly renovated exterior

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:41:58 +0100
School site set to close with land likely to be sold for housing
The closure of a school site is expected to be approved at a meeting of senior councillors next week, paving the way for the land to be sold, almost certainly for housing.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Why is one Sussex council trying to find land for 4,000 extra new homes?
A draft District Plan for 2021–2039 is currently being independently examined by a government‑appointed Planning Inspector

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Prominent seafront hotel slashed in price as owners look to retire
The East Beach Hotel in Eastbourne has been re-listed by property agents Christie and Co with an asking price of £2 million

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
City hairdresser's 'amazing' win at world's longest-running hair contest
Daniel Stanley, who works at Peg Hair in Brighton, took home the Southern Regional Winner title at L'Oréal Colour Trophy Grand Final

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex theatre due to become luxury cinema named among UK venues at risk
Clair Hall, in Haywards Heath, has featured on the Theatres Trust' Theatres at Risk Register 2026, which is published as part of its 20th annual campaign

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Owner 'incredibly sad' as popular 17th-century country pub up for sale
The Royal Oak, a Grade II-listed pub located near Midhurst, has been listed by property specialists Fleurets for just shy of one million pounds.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New visitor centre approved as part of overhaul of historic site
A new visitor centre has been given the green light in Hastings

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Jazz legend to headline four-day music festival in Sussex
A jazz legend will take the stage at this year’s Midhurst Jazz, Food & Blues Festival

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Countryside Sussex village that takes you back in time perfect for a weekend getaway
Firle is one of Sussex's hidden gems, and a village that is perfect for a getaway this summer. Here is why you should visit.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Aerial photographs capture dramatic beauty of historic lighthouse
These aerial photographs showcase Belle Tout Lighthouse from a perspective few visitors get to experience.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rare tortoise which is third-largest species in the world is rescued in Sussex
A giant African tortoise has found a new purpose after being taken in by a reptile rescue centre

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Museum to celebrate 150 years of historic railway signal box
Amberley Museum is set to celebrate a major railway anniversary this month.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
I've been a Brighton MP for two years - and here's what I've achieved
This week marks two years since I had the privilege of being elected as the Member of Parliament for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven, writes Chris Ward.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:38:57 +0100
Live updates as multiple fire crews tackle blaze in field
West Sussex Fire and Rescue are at the scene of a fire in a field off Priors Leaze Lane in Nutbourne.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:26:03 +0100
Live updates as fallen tree blocks railway line
A fallen tree has blocked the trainline between Horsham and Arundel.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:42:20 +0100
Police seeking man in connection with Count Binface museum graffiti damage
The incident occurred at Brighton Toy and Model Museum in Trafalgar Street, Brighton, at about 1.50am on July 9.

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:55:27 +0100
Full police statement as man arrested following armed police incident
Police received a report of a woman being threatened and her car being damaged with objects in Clifton Road, Worthing, at about 5pm on July 11.

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