The Argus
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:58:46 +0100Shopping centre to remain closed after glass ceiling collapse
Swan Walk shopping centre in Horsham will remain closed for the remainder of the week after a section of its glass ceiling collapsed.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Family's heartbreak after they 'lose everything' in 'devastating' fire
A family from Wivelsfield in East Sussex has spoken out after a "devastating" fire destroyed their home
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Gas mains road closures set to impact town for up to three months
The essential work, which will affect the A295 South Road area of Hailsham, is part of SGN's Health and Safety Executive-driven mains replacement programme
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Ancient woodland used by Canadian army listed for sale
Located on Brighton Road, Hassocks, the picturesque plot is being marketed as a rare opportunity to own a large piece of the English countryside
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Remarkable' country house estate previously home to princess listed for sale
Located in Staplefield, north-west of Haywards Heath, Old House was once the retreat of Princess Margaret and Lord Snowdon.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100The daredevil antics of one of the world's oldest stuntsmen who ate fire before death
This week we look back at the dare Devil stunts of The Great Omani from Brighton who was believed to be one of the world’s oldest stuntmen
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Man who stabbed grandmother to death granted day release five years into sentence
Pietro Addis, then 17, stabbed businesswoman Sue Addis, 69, 17 times at her house in Cedars Gardens, Brighton, in January 2021
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sussex brewery submits plans to open new micro-pub in market town
Three Acre Brewery Ltd has submitted proposals to transform 48 High Street in Heathfield into a licenced micro-pub and taproom
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Busy junction to be affected by roadworks amid safety and cycling improvements
A major junction upgrade in Horsham is planned to improve safety and sustainability in a growing town.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100All 13 airports that Gatwick Airport travellers will see disruption at this summer
Queues are predicted at several major airports this summer due to ongoing issues with the European Union's new Entry/Exit System (EES).
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Family launches fundraiser after tortoise badly injured by rat
A distraught pet owner has begged for help from the public after beloved tortoise was "viciously mauled" by a rat in his garden home.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100City council gives update on plans for 2,000 affordable homes
A housing strategy is making progress on affordable homes in Brighton and Hove
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Councillor's MBE celebrated by council
Chichester councillors have congratulated one of their own after she was appointed an MBE in the King's birthday honours.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Decision due on plans to create a 'modern' council waste depot
Plans to create a “modern” waste depot are due to be decided following a delay
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Cat missing for days found under shipping container and seriously injured
Ronnie, a 1.5-year-old British Shorthair from Middleton-on-Sea, near Bognor Regis, disappeared on June 28
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Landmark building shut by fire safety issues could be bought by community group
An application to designate New England House an “asset of community value” (ACV) is under consideration, a former tenant has been told
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:13:22 +0100Free event aims to challenge HIV stigma through personal stories
Brighton and Hove set to mark Zero HIV Stigma Day with a community event.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Countryside charity calls for changes to planning reforms
A countryside charity has launched a campaign against government planning document.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100MP demands answers over rape justice figures in Sussex
James MacCleary MP is demanding action on the violence against women and girls crisis in Sussex.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Public invited to help preserve the history of disability arts
A heritage project is calling members of the public to help preserve the story of a social movement.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Football fans urged to store nets safely to protect wildlife
A warning has been issued to people to put away football nets in order to protect wildlife.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100A new chapter begins for Brighton, Sussex and local democracy
A momentous week for Brighton and for national politics, writes Cllr Bella Sankey.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Parkrun volunteer celebrates inspirational 500th milestone
A woman who has given up her Saturday mornings for more than decade at parkrun achieved an "inspirational" milestone last weekend.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100National award honours inclusive approach at school trust
Three primary schools are celebrating after their trust named Inclusive Trust of the Year.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Rum punch and reggae to headline colourful summer festival
A festival set to bring the taste and sounds of the Caribbean to East Sussex.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Powerful one-man play charts remarkable journey from trauma to success
An autobiographical play detailing a harrowing childhood is coming to Brighton this August.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Riding school celebrates champions on and off the horseball field
Horses are changing lives both on and off the field at a West Sussex riding school focused on opportunity.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Police accountability meeting focuses on trust and community safety
The Police and Crime Commissioner questioned police chief officers during a meeting as part of a regular accountability session.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Inclusive summer disco celebrates friendship, fun and confidence
A special summer disco was held for children and young people from SEND drama group.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Rally puts UK electric vehicle charging network to the test
A 400-mile electric vehicle rally demonstrated the growing strength of the UK’s EV charging network.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Summer blooms brighten one of Sussex's best-loved gardens
These photographs capture the vibrant summer display of Eastbourne's famous Carpet Gardens.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100MP demands action after most vehicle thefts go unsolved
A low car theft charge rate has prompted fresh calls for action from MP.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Parent-led project transforms school meals for hundreds of children
Children are enjoying nutritious school meals each day thanks to a parent-led project transforming school food.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Four new deacons ordained as they begin ministry across Sussex
Four new deacons have been ordained at cathedral service.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council to spend £320,000 on new car park lighting
Chichester District Council is to spend £320,000 making improvements to lighting in its car parks.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:49:41 +0100Live updates as firefighters continue to tackle blazing wild fire
Eight fire engines from East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service are tackling a wild fire at Abbot's Wood near Arlington, close to Hailsham and Polegate in East Sussex.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:24:47 +0100In pictures - huge wild fire rips through beloved forest
A large wildfire took hold at Abbots Wood in Arlington on Monday afternoon (July 20), with East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service scrambling multiple crews to tackle the blaze.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:47:28 +0100Temporary hosepipe ban introduced for parts of Sussex
A temporary hosepipe restriction is to be introduced for parts of Sussex.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Man left lying in his own waste describes 'horrendous' hospital experience
A man has described his "horrendous" experience after being left to lie in his own mess at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:13:31 +0100Live updates as A-road blocked due to stalled vehicle causing 'severe delays'
The A27 is partially blocked between Lewes and Eastbourne in East Sussex due to a 'stalled vehicle', according to AA, which is causing delays and slow moving traffic.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:09:00 +0100Much-loved country market to close after 50 years
Southwick Country Market will hold its final market on July 31, after half a century of selling homemade goods, crafts and plants
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:19:27 +0100Teenager accused of murder says death over £20 debt was 'tragic and reckless moment'
A teenager accused of murdering 16-year-old Joshua Ingram in a stabbing by Seaford railway station in East Sussex called it a "tragic and reckless moment."
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:20:00 +0100Fatboy Slim on the beach - a joyful throwback to a more optimistic time
Argus reporter Charles Pring gives his honest opinion after seeing Fatboy Slim playing on Brighton Beach for Big Beach Boutique 7, 2026.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:49:00 +0100'All these parties in Hove are so loud I called the police'
It seems that everyone but myself is enjoying this sunny weather.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:32:04 +0100Cost of renewable fuel sees council switch back to using diesel in fleet vehicles
The cost of renewable fuel has seen Chichester District Council switch back to using diesel in its fleet vehicles.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fast-food sandwich restaurant gets second lowest food hygiene rating possible
The Subway sandwich restaurant in Crawley, West Sussex, has been given the second-lowest food hygiene rating possible by the FSA
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:25:54 +0100Statue of Lord Nelson to go into storage
A statue of Lord Nelson and the captain of his fleet is to go into storage until Chichester City Council can find it a suitable home.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Decision made on plans to convert empty vape shop into fried chicken takeaway
Plans have been approved to transform a vacant high street shop on Western Road in Brighton, formerly a vape shop, into a fried chicken takeaway
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sussex guest house crowned the friendliest B&B of the year
A guest house in Sussex has been named the friendliest B&B of the year.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Four-week road closures planned at major junction next month
An intersection in Hove will close next month for gas mains work.