The Argus

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:20:00 +0000
Man calls for compensation after insurance company 'dragged' car off driveway
A Brighton man is calling for compensation after he says an insurance company “dragged” his car off his driveway.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Dog walker discovers 'huge' sea creature washed up on beach
A woman discovered a strange sea creature while dog walking

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Residents fear losing their 'last pub' as it could become a family home
Residents are battling to save “the last pub in the village” from being turned into a house

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Fears accident is 'inevitable' if urgent action not taken on buses at junction
There are fears a serious accident is “inevitable” if urgent action is not taken to improve safety at a junction in Portslade, a councillor has warned

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Looking back at Lewes's Bonfire Night celebrations
Thousands travel far and wide every year to witness Lewes’s unparalleled Bonfire Night celebrations which have been a part of the town’s history for centuries

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 08:34:27 +0000
Police searching for man in bucket hat after luggage stolen from Gatwick
Sussex Police have issued images of a man they wish to speak with after luggage was stolen from Gatwick Airport.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Why you should try being a blacksmith at this hidden gem just outside Brighton
Argus reporter Charles Pring heads to Stanmer Park in Brighton to try out Giles W Clarke's blacksmith experience.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Mother's heartbreak after baby diagnosed with incredibly rare genetic disorder
A mother has spoken of her “heartbreak” after her baby was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder and is fundraising for medical trials

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Two Sussex towns among the areas with the most smokers in the UK
Two Sussex towns have some of the highest percentages of smokers in the country

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Councillor to consider relocating register office
Plans to relocate Hastings Register Office are set to go in front of a senior county councillor

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Major broadband upgrade promises faster internet for homes
Openreach has started work to build a new broadband network for Rottingdean.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:33:15 +0000
Updates as police respond to incident near railway station
Police are responding to an incident near Brighton train station.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:51:29 +0000
Recap: road partially blocked after crash near Gatwick
A crash on the A23 at Gatwick has partially blocked the road.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:01:00 +0000
'We were assured it was a family area.'
LDRs should be credited as “first name, last name, local democracy reporter”.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Fire station manager honoured for cathedral training presentation
Station Manager Anton Mezzone was invited to deliver a presentation at Buckingham Palace on October 31.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
A much-needed service that needs support
Last week I went to a formal event at BHT Sussex, one of the first times I have returned since I retired in January 2023. The occasion was to mark the 40th anniversary of First Base Day Centre moving into St Stephen’s Hall.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Charity launches Christmas appeal to help ease loneliness for older people
With the festive season approaching, Brighton charity Gladrags Community Costume Resource has launched its 'Christmas Memories Matter' appeal.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Motorsport season to open with roaring engines and retro F1 tribute
The 2026 motorsport season begins next April with the 83rd Members’ Meeting, exclusive to the Goodwood Road Racing Club (GRRC)

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Calls for a crackdown on shoplifting
West Sussex County Council will call on the county’s Police and Crime Commissioner to ensure that tackling retail crime is ‘not just a promise in the Police and Crime Plan but a visible policing reality’.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
School's special support centre will cost 1.56million
West Sussex County Council has allocated £1.56million for the proposed design and delivery of a Special Support Centre at a Shoreham primary school.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
New programme aims to help jobseekers facing complex challenges
People living in West Sussex who find it difficult to successfully apply for jobs can now get personalised job-seeking support from the county council.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Unique' Sussex hotel that's 'like a film set' named among UK's quirkiest to visit
The Times has selected 21 of the quirkiest hotels in the UK, with a few spots in Sussex making the list.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Remembrance Sunday to include parade, services and salute
There are several opportunities in Uckfield to come together in remembrance and to honour those who have lost their lives while serving their country.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Fire service events draw crowds and raise nearly £23k for charity
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service’s open days have been a resounding success this summer, raising almost £23,000 for charity.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Full list of road closures and car clamping rules as Lewes prepares for bonfire
A town is preparing to host its annual bonfire celebrations.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Decision due on Piltdown new build
Revised plans for a new build home in Piltdown are due to go in front of Wealden councillors next week.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
David Essex announces Brighton show on ‘Thanks for the Memories’ tour
Singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE has announced a major 21-date nationwide tour for September 2026.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Aviation company in West Sussex receives prestigious King’s Award
Artemis Aerospace has officially received the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Brighton-based lingerie designer Ayten Gasson celebrates 20 years in business.
Brighton-based lingerie designer Ayten Gasson celebrates 20 years in business.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Hospice earns national recognition for commitment to diversity
St Wilfrid's Hospice has been recognised for its commitment to diversity.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Dogs invited to meet Santa and enjoy festive treats this season
This year, include your four-legged family members in the Christmas fun with Dobbies’ Santa Paws, an event specifically designed for dogs at the Brighton store.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Care home residents enjoy spooky Halloween party with staff and children
Barchester’s Lydfords care home, in East Hoathly, was a den of ghoulish activity as the home’s spooky Halloween party got in to full swing.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Charity auction offers rare chance to name a carousel horse
A charity auction is offering people the chance to name one of Brighton Palace Pier’s carousel horses.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Council land looks set to be sold for development
Part of Chichester’s Brick Kiln Estate has been declared surplus to operational requirements by West Sussex County Council.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Britpop hits reimagined with full orchestra in live UK tour
After a spectacular world premiere that closed this summer’s Big Feastival, Alex James’ Britpop Classical will hit the road for its first ever UK tour.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Friends of Sussex Hospice mark 30th anniversary with black tie dinner
The dining hall at Lancing College was the backdrop for a black-tie dinner event to mark the 30th anniversary of the Friends of Sussex Hospices.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
West Sussex families laid down children’s shoes to raise awareness of SEND
Families in West Sussex joined a silent movement laying pairs of shoes outside County Hall, Chichester, on Monday morning.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
MP warns rising costs are hurting small businesses and apprenticeships
John Milne, Lib Dem MP for Horsham, has visited local beauty businesses Coco's Style Hair Salon and Karen's Beauty Rooms as part of British Beauty Week.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:59:23 +0000
Government clampdown as bird flu found in Sussex
Bird flu has been confirmed in Sussex

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:18:48 +0000
Pensioner assaulted by stranger on Halloween
A 75-year-old man was assaulted by a stranger

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000
Plans for 300 new flats in trading estate unveiled
Plans for new council flats on the northern part of the Sackville Trading Estate are due to go before councillors on Wednesday (5 November)

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:05:00 +0000
23 new homes will be built next to harbourside and train station
Plans for a housing development in Newhaven have been approved by Lewes councillors.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:58:00 +0000
Planning inspector reveals decision on appeal to build up to 24 homes
Plans for a housing development in Ninfield have been turned down at appeal.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000
Rare species rediscovered in nature reserve after nearly two decades
A team of conservation volunteers has made a ‘remarkable’ discovery, confirming the presence of a Hazel Dormouse population in the West Sussex nature reserve.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:05:00 +0000
Scientologists played bagpipe music on speakers to drown out protesters
Scientologists played bagpipe music on speakers all day over the course of a weekend  to drown out protesters.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Everything you need to know about Lewes Bonfire 2025
The biggest bonfire event is returning tomorrow - here’s everything you need to know, including parking and road closures.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:55:00 +0000
'We don’t want them here': Residents against plans for migrant camp
Locals say they fear for their personal safety and the wellbeing of their community if 600 male migrants are housed just a mile from the town centre

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Nobody steps in to put on Christmas market event in Brighton after fair axed
Nobody has come forward to run a Christmas market event in Brighton after the organisers of the Winter Fayre decided to “take a break”.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Restoration work complete as historic castle reopens for visitors
Herstmonceux Castle Estate and Bader College are pleased to announce the successful completion of all conservation and restoration work on the south wing.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Train services resume after £9m upgrade to ageing railway line
The railway has reopened between Tunbridge Wells and Hastings, and Bexhill-on-Sea and Hastings following the completion of £9m essential improvement works.

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