The Argus

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man 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 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 05:00:00 +0100
Fast-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 05:00:00 +0100
Decision 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 +0100
Sussex 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 +0100
Four-week road closures planned at major junction next month
An intersection in Hove will close next month for gas mains work.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:03:00 +0100
30m-high wheel to be installed in park
A 30m-high wheel is to be installed in Tilgate Park, Crawley, from August 15 to August 31.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New development will include 18 affordable homes for families
Eighteen new affordable homes are set to be built in East Sussex village.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Invasive plant hotspots revealed across Sussex in new ranking
Two towns have been ranked as joint Japanese knotweed capitals of Sussex.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'I visited a Sussex gem with stunning gardens, woodland walks, music events and food'
With summer reaching its peak, Nick Mosley heads to Borde Hill to explore the stunning gardens and surrounding woodland.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wildfire advice given as parts of Sussex face 'exceptional' risk
After the Met Office warned of an ‘exceptional risk’ of wildfires in some areas of the UK, the British Red Cross is sharing advice on how you can keep safe.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Seafront telescopes restored after eight years of public use
The refurbishment of six public viewing telescopes along the Sussex coastline has been funded by Rampion Offshore Wind Farm.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex's best pubs to visit in 2026 revealed in new guide - see full list
The Telegraph has named the venues in its list of the 500 best pubs for 2026, highlighting ten each in East and West Sussex.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Mother-of-six overcomes language barrier to earn nursing degree
A mother-of-six has graduated as a nurse nine years after arriving in the UK unable to speak English.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council launches consultation on lease of public open space
Brighton and Hove City Council has proposed the disposal of public open space via lease.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Colour run fundraiser proves a colourful success for primary school
St John's School's first-ever colour run has raised more than £1,800.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More electric vehicle charging bays proposed across the city
Brighton and Hove Council plans to introduce more electric vehicle charging bays.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Temporary road closure and diversion in place for gas works
A road in Brighton is currently closed for gas works.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP backs campaign to protect community pubs from growing pressures
Jess Brown-Fuller met members of CAMRA at The Bell Inn, Chichester, to discuss the pressures facing pubs and hospitality businesses.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council visit highlights healthcare firm's sustainability drive
A healthcare supplier is making a difference in the medical sector with commitment to environmental sustainability.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:21:25 +0100
Motorcyclist left with 'life-threatening injuries' after crash
A motorcyclist has been left with life-threatening injuries.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:44:15 +0100
Bin collection backlog builds up as too hot for binmen to work at times
A move from weekly to fortnightly bin collections is on the way in Brighton and Hove – but not just yet.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
School asks families for financial help as it faces budget shortfall
Headteacher Lisa Walker said she held off asking families for help with the budget shortfall as long as possible, but that it is now common practice

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:01:12 +0100
Brighton and Hove budget overspend forecast hits £37m
A Green councillor has criticised the way that the council’s budget forecasts are presented to senior councillors, describing a new-style report as “lacking clarity”.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Footage shows abuser attacking woman in car and being arrested
Footage shows one of a string of instances of an abuser from Crawley attacking and trying to control a woman

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cement works project could have more than 500 homes as timeframe revealed
The former Shoreham Cement Works is the focus of new plans that would see the site redeveloped as a major mixed-use scheme

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Much-loved' seafront venue goes back on the market after vital repair works
Azur Marina Pavilion in St Leonards, a "much-loved" seafront venue, has gone back on sale after repair works were carried out.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 04:58:00 +0100
A well-kept secret that lies down a small country lane beyond Midhurst
Still a well-kept secret, Woolbeding’s 30 acres of magical gardens are a masterpiece of planting and garden design

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'It's looking very tired': residents want shopping centre rejuvenated after sale
Residents say they would like to see the Guildbourne Centre in Worthing rejuvenated following its sale.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex railway station to get new taller ticket barriers to combat fare-dodging
Worthing Station is one of a number of destinations across the country that will receive the new anti-fare dodging measures

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Red Devils parachute team set for first appearance at UK's biggest free airshow
A high-flying parachute team is making its debut at the UK’s biggest free airshow in Eastbourne

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Falcon mother' thanks public after bird goes missing for days
After nearly dying three times, the “falcon mother” says her birds have given her a new purpose – and now she wants tougher rules for anyone keeping them

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wimpy burger bar not allowed to stay open until 5am after police raise concerns
The Wimpy burger bar in West Street in Brighton has been refused permission to stay open until 5am.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:38:15 +0100
County council to explore veteran bus pass
East Sussex County Council is to explore providing free bus travel for veterans.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:05:00 +0100
Picture gallery of fire station's annual open day
Worthing Fire Station threw open its doors for its annual open day, held in conjunction with Broadwater Carnival.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Public memorial to celebrated poet in town park gets the green light
A new public artwork celebrating a legendary poet is step closer to being realised.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Have your say on Brighton and Hove's future development plans
Residents are being invited to help shape Brighton's future through a major new consultation

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New programme celebrates community talent at iconic bandstand
A programme of community performances will take centre stage at Eastbourne venue this summer.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
App encourages people to swap scrolling for real-world adventures
A new app designed to encourage real-world connections is helping people discover events and experiences in Sussex.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nature-based project helps tackle flooding and improve habitats
A new wetland has become the latest addition to growing network of natural flood defences.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Park recognised again with Green Flag Award for excellence
Egerton Park in Bexhill is once again flying the Green Flag Award.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Attractive' market town in Sussex in scenic countryside perfect for retirement
Surrounded by scenic countryside and rich in history, this East Sussex community offers a warm welcome to visitors and residents alike.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charity raises alarm over planning reforms and green spaces
A national planning policy document has come under fire from CPRE campaigners.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Why I think Brighton's expansion into East Sussex is good news for communities'
The government’s decision to change Brighton & Hove’s boundary is a significant moment in uniting our communities along the Sussex coast

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Colourful mural celebrates community spirit at new digital hub
A colourful new mural has been unveiled at a community hub in Seaford.

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New exhibition explores art, recovery and traditional Japanese craft
A joint exhibition will feature art, healing and traditional Japanese practice.

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Explorer 'finds hundreds of sensitive documents' dumped in disused council building
A Sussex urban explorer says he discovered his own confidential records among “room after room” of unsecured personal information in a disused council building

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans submitted to host events for up to 100 days a year at seafront site
Plans have been submitted to host events for up to 100 days a year at Black Rock on Brighton beach, next to Brighton Marina

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
M&S hits back after council officers call for huge retail park to be refused
The proposal, which includes an M&S foodhall, is part of a wider retail plan for the long-vacant former Body Shop site at Watersmead Retail Park

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