The Argus
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:30:00 +0100Fast train between Sussex and London to launch this winter
The service is due to begin in December 2026 and will operate as a pilot, with one morning train to London and one evening return service on weekdays.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bar sets record straight after customer told men not allowed in by themselves
A city centre bar has defended its position after it told a guest that solo male guests could not enter after certain times
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Man caught naked in car park at rural beauty spot popular with hikers
A man has been sentenced at Brighton Magistrates' Court for possession of cocaine and being naked in an Eastbourne car park
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Major housing development likely to be approved despite residents' fears
The plans, for 265 homes, including a care facility and self-build plots, have been recommended for approval on land at Maudlin Farm, Dairy Lane, Westhampnett, near Chichester.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Cost of policing far-right and counter protest revealed
The cost of policing a far right and counter protest in Brighton has been revealed
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Replacement of deteriorating three tonne war memorial begins
The memorial in Rustington has stood since 1952 and has been the centrepiece of remembrance and commemoration services for generations
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Town centre bus station site with controversial housing plans listed for sale
The former Lewes bus station in Eastgate Street has hit the market with a guide price of £3 million.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council leaders allocate half-a-million-pounds for new bridge
Wealden council leaders have set aside more than half-a-million pounds for a new bridge, which would form part of a proposed ‘Greenway’ linking Uckfield and Lewes.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100How a co-operative is helping a Sussex village tackle soaring energy bills
From heat pumps and solar panels to bill checks and thermal imaging, the not-for-profit group offer free independent advice to local households and businesses
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Britain must find its voice over the treatment of Imran Khan
During the 2019 Cricket World Cup, I went with my daughter, Clare, to Lords to watch the game between South Africa and Pakistan, writes Andy Winter.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100You have to wear pink to access this £5 restaurant menu: here's what I thought
Get in loser, we are eating Pho!
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Mum's plea to drivers after son killed by loose scaffolding board
The mother of a boy killed by unsecured scaffolding on a van is encouraging drivers to be aware of the dangers of carrying unsecure loads
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council leaders to consider taxi fare changes
Taxi fares could be set to increase in Rother, if proposals gain the support of council leaders.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Dog walkers could be fined if they are caught without poo bags
Hastings dog walkers could soon face fines for failing to carry poo bags, as a result of new rules.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Plans to close 14 communal laundries paused after tenant outcry
Plans to close 14 communal laundries serving 20 blocks of flats have been put on hold after an outcry from council tenants worried that they were being hung out to dry.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100104-year-old enjoys seaside trip with four generations of family
A care home resident has enjoyed a day at the seaside surrounded by four generations of her family
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Popular crazy golf course to close for major redevelopment
Knockhatch Adventure Park's popular crazy golf course is set for major overhaul.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:08:45 +0100Live updates as multiple incidents cause disruption across railway
Two seperate incidents are causing disruption on the railway in Sussex.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100World's largest dog swim event returns for four weekends of fun
A popular dog swim festival is returning for its 10th year, promising weekends of canine fun.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100New £210m fund aims to unlock growth for thousands of small businesses
A major funding boost is on the way for small businesses across South East.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100MP demands vote on controversial Rosebank and Jackdaw plans
MPs should be given the chance to debate and vote on future of new oil and gas fields, an MP has said.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100MP demands one-year deadline to tackle 'shocking' NHS dental crisis
A one-year deadline to fix what has been described as a crisis in NHS dental care is being demanded by MP.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100New table tennis sessions launched to support people with Parkinson's
A table tennis programme is being launched to support people with Parkinson’s through sport and social connection.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100New project aims to save residents' untold stories before they are lost
A community project is aiming to capture and preserve the untold stories of town residents before they fade from memory.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Band reaches national final after playing just one gig before contest
A Worthing band is just one step away from £10,000 prize.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100MP to visit chair-based exercise class helping older adults stay active
A community exercise class is proving you are never too old to get moving.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Firefighters issue safety warning ahead of bonfire celebrations
Firefighters urging people to attend organised bonfire events instead of celebrating at home.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Veterinary practice set to reopen after clients call for its return
A much-loved veterinary practice set to reopen following strong demand from the community.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Architectural designer takes on 18km swim for marine charity
An architectural designer took on an 18km swim to raise money for charity.
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Eight charities unite in campaign to tackle homelessness across city
A citywide campaign is again uniting charities to tackle homelessness in Brighton and Hove.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Former Argus employee who flew on Gatwick's first Concorde flight dies aged 94
Pamela Morlidge, a former Argus employee who once flew on a landmark Concorde flight organised by the newspaper, has died before her 95th birthday
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:02:33 +0100Sussex Police investigate as RNLI volunteers who helped migrants branded 'traitors'
The names, addresses, and photographs of RNLI volunteers who helped rescue migrants from the channel were shared online by by far-right activists
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council investigating after fake double yellow lines drawn onto road
West Sussex County Council is investigating after fake double yellow lines were drawn onto a road in Durrington
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bakery chain to open new store in former high street bank
Arun District Council has given the green light for Greggs to convert the former Santander bank at 42 High Street in Bognor Regis into a bakery.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Rapist loses appeal against deportation after judge rules he is not bisexual
Karam Majdi, 27, who was living in Hove at the time of the offence, was jailed in 2018 for seven years following the attack
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Future of popular seafront gardens set to be revealed
The future of Eastbourne's popular seaside gardens will soon be revealed
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Woman stole over £500 worth of goods from The White Company
A woman has been sentenced for stealing over £500 worth of goods from The White Company on North Street
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Problem tenants move out after police anti-social behaviour crackdown
A crime and anti-social behaviour survey of Green Way, Eastbourne, prompted resident complaints connected to a single address
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Decision made on popular plans for new seafront sauna complex
Plans for a new community beachfront sauna complex on Hove beach have been approved by Brighton and Hove City Council following public support
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:30:00 +0100Sussex kebab businesses named British Kebab Awards semi-finalists
Kebab houses across Sussex have been named among the UK’s best in the running for national honours at the 15th British Kebab Awards.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:24:25 +0100West Sussex council leaders frustrated after major local government shake-up paused
West Sussex council leaders have shared their frustration after a decision was made to pause a major shake-up of local government.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:09:06 +0100East Sussex council leaders react to pause of local government reorganisation
East Sussex council leaders have reacted to a decision to pause a major shakeup of local government.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Calls to install 'super bins' to help tackle overflowing rubbish
Calls have been made to install "super bins" and underground waste collectors in Brighton and Hove to help install overflowing rubbish
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Comedian goes from being on 'the brink of death' to appearing on TEDX
A Sussex comedian has gone from sepsis sufferer to super star as she sells out Brighton Fringe show and is now due to appear on the TEDXNorthernQuarter stage
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hundreds of homes missed in waste collections each week
Waste and recycling collections in Mid Sussex have been missing around 288 homes each week, district councillors have been told.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Residents could be fined £1,000 for lighting barbecues
Rother District Council is set to introduce a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to reduce the risk of wildfires following the recent period of prolonged hot, dry weather.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Plans to renovate pub rejected
Proposals to renovate a vacant pub in Hastings and build temporary housing have been turned down.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Historic bridge reopens after car fire caused weeks-long closure
The announcement came more than a month after the Grade II-listed bridge, which spans the River Arun between Parham and Coldwaltham, was closed due to a crash
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100How we are helping families tackle the rising costs of going back to school
For many, this past week has been about transition, writes Bella Sankey.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Costs to build new walking and cycling path rise
Building a walking, wheeling and cycling path across Chichester’s Oaklands Park will cost more than £370,000 - almost twice its original budget.