The Argus

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:35:54 +0100
Beleaguered boss to quit water company dubbed 'devoid of proper leadership'
The chief executive of South East Water will step down just a week after the group’s chairman quit in the wake of major supply outages in Kent and Sussex.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:08:00 +0100
Roundabout removed and street made one-way as part of experimental traffic measures
A roundabout has been removed and a one-way system has been introduced in Hove, Eaton Villas, Goldstone Villas, Denmark Villas, Clarendon Villas.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man admits having almost 3,000 indecent images of children and extreme image of a dog
A man has admitted being in possession of almost 3,000 indecent images of children and an extreme pornographic image of a dog.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Museum bosses confirm staff redundancies
The board of trustees for Ditchling Museum of Art and Craft have extended their thanks to staff at the museum after they "sadly" lost their jobs.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Staff at hospital trust 'do not feel safe' to speak up amid continued issues
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust has made progress since concerns were raised about its front-line services, the CQC said, but still has “significant work to do”.

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:24:58 +0100
Councillor resigns from Labour
A Hastings borough councillor has resigned from the Labour Party in protest of the national government.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Who did give permission for this 'crazy' idea?' How new A27 Greggs got approved
This is how a 'crazy' new drive-through restaurant got approved on the A27 between Falmer and Lewes has caused traffic delays.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular Brighton burger brand set to open new Sussex barbecue kitchen
A popular Brighton burger business is teaming up with an acclaimed beef and cider farm to launch a new Texan-style barbecue kitchen.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plea issued after geese hit and killed on dual carriageway
West Sussex Wildlife Protection responded to a call after a number of geese were hit on the A27 Bognor Road roundabout and Whyke roundabout.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Substantial' former church building goes on sale for £1.65m
A "substantial" former church in Hove has gone on sale for £1,650,000.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Restaurant secures licence to operate as late night takeaway
A Hastings restaurant has secured a licence to begin operating as a late night takeaway.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Seafront restaurant set to reopen with new menu and design
The Salt Room seaside restaurant is set to reopen with a fresh new image.

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Southern Water is delivering its largest ever investment programme
Southern Water is embarking on its largest ever investment programme, an £8.5 billion pound effort to transform infrastructure, protect the environment and make sure there’s enough water to go around.

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:34:50 +0100
Updates as local election results revealed across Sussex
The votes are in for local elections across Sussex .

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Restaurant introduces Locals Day with 20 per cent off food
Brighton residents can enjoy a tasty monthly discount at Wendy’s as part of a new community scheme.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular LGBTQ+ event launches new fundraising method for charities
Brighton Bear Weekend CIC (BBW) has named Pride Community Foundation CIC (PCF) as its official grant-giving partner.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Volunteer group honoured with top award for community service
In a special ceremony held on Saturday at The Grand Hotel in Eastbourne the “Eastbourne Area Community First Responders” were formally presented with The King’s Award for Voluntary Services.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP praises specialist hospital for outstanding patient care
Nusrat Ghani MP has praised a specialist hospital for its outstanding care.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charities invited to apply for free website support package
A conversion rate optimisation company is offering charities a chance to win a year-long website improvement package.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Colourful banners and bunting to transform city for summer
Hundreds of businesses are to brighten up the city with a vibrant summer display.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sussex secures £594,000 funding boost to tackle knife crime
Sussex has secured £594,909 to tackle knife crime.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Education staff urge change on fertility and health support
Teachers call for improved workplace support around fertility, miscarriage and reproductive health.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man reunited with ambulance crew who saved his life
A Crawley man who survived a life-threatening torn aorta has been reunited with the ambulance team who helped save his life.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP warns new tax could force closure of historic churches
James MacCleary MP called on the government to scrap a new ‘church tax’ on listed places of worship.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Production images released for major new theatre premiere
Production images are released today for the world premiere of Kohlhaas, directed by Omar Elerian.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charity heroines to be honoured at stylish racecourse event
Kindness, style and community spirit will take centre stage at Plumpton Racecourse this weekend.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free football session to promote wellbeing and mental health
A football and wellbeing session is being held to mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Racing driver seeks backing to compete in GT Cup series
A racing driver is seeking support to compete in national motorsport championship.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Car leasing company secures long-term lease on new site
Rivervale Cars has signed a 10-year lease on a newly refurbished site in Shoreham.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New housing rules give tenants more security and rights
New rules are coming into force to give tenants in privately rented homes more protection and security.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Pharmacy marks expansion with move to new premises
An online pharmacy, CODA, has moved into larger premises to support its expanding business.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
House buyers invited to open doors event at new homes site
Buyers are being invited to discover their dream home by the coast at an exclusive May Open Doors Event at Dandara’s Wittering Place in West Wittering, West Sussex.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
In pictures: classic cars and crowds at seafront showcase
These scenes from Magnificent Motors in Eastbourne capture the seafront event in full swing.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New exhibition highlights stories of queer life and resistance
A new exhibition is set to shine a light on last two hundred years of LGBTQIA+ stories.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Writer wins Rooker Prize with standout fantasy entry
A children’s writer from Eastbourne has won the fifth annual Rooker Prize for her 400-word opening to a middle-grade fantasy novel.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Students gain insight into construction careers on site visit
Female students gained behind-the-scenes insight into housebuilding through a hands-on site visit.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Business wins King’s Award for sustainable development work
East Sussex company, Nikwax, has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Secret garden hosts new exhibition of landscape sculpture
A hidden garden in the heart of Brighton has reopened with a new sculpture exhibition.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home recreates cherished recipes for residents
Hurstwood View care home is making special efforts to personalise meals for residents.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Simon Amstell brings new stand-up show to the stage
Comedian Simon Amstell is set to perform for a one-night-only performance in Brighton.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Children’s charity expands support to help more young people
A children’s charity Pelican Parcels has expanded its services to support even more young people in need.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Another by-election, another blow to trust in Brighton politics
Remember Brenda from Bristol’s exclamation when she found out there was to be another general election? Writes Steve Davis.

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nursery previously rated as inadequate celebrates improved Ofsted rating
Oz Tots nursery in Mayfield has been given the new rating of "meets the expected standard".

Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wildlife festival in 'peaceful' area of Sussex named one of the UK's best for summer
The Guardian has rounded up 10 of the best UK nature festivals to enjoy in late spring and summer.

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:47:26 +0100
Business 'thrilled' to be named the best curry restaurant in Brighton
Owners of Jamun say they are "thrilled" to be named the best curry restaurant in Brighton, at the Southern Curry Awards on May 4.

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Guests throw bottles into my garden' - anger at unauthorised holiday let
A property in the North Laine conservation area in Brighton has been used as an unauthorised holiday rental let since 2018.

Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Driver warned to take notice of new speed limit after being caught 7mph over
A man has been warned to take notice of a new speed limit after he was caught driving 7mph above it.

Thu, 07 May 2026 19:48:21 +0100
Police search for missing teenager
Police have issued a plea as they search for a missing teenager.

Thu, 07 May 2026 19:21:28 +0100
School and nursery to join prestigious college group
A school and nursery is to join a prestigious college group.

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
TV star convicted for 100mph motorway dash to get sick cat to vet
The Great British Bake Off star Paul Hollywood was convicted at Worthing Magistrates Court in April, after the incident at around 3.20pm on January 9.

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