The Argus

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Fears for future of much loved seafront paddling pool
An MP has expressed her fears about the future of a much loved pool in Brighton

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Church speaks out as expansion project unearths macabre discovery
Unmarked graves believed to date back to the Victorian era have been discovered during an excavation on church grounds

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Popular danish brand to open new store with freebies and live music
Danish lifestyle brand Søstrene Grene will soon open a new store in Eastbourne's Beacon shopping centre, giving customers numerous opening day incentives

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
TV star loses high court fight over stepdad's property empire including Sussex pad
Lonan O’Herlihy, 36, a personal trainer who has appeared on Made in Chelsea, said late millionaire Hugh Taylor had promised him his property empire

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
What Brighton thinks of seafront leisure centre proposals
People wanted a better design, more seating and a sports hall without natural light when asked about the plans being drawn up for the new King Alfred Leisure Centre

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Rare glimpse of "UK's smallest bird" as it is spotted in Sussex countryside
These images capture the tiny but striking firecrest, one of Britain’s smallest and most colourful birds

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Intrusive' housing development set for approval despite fierce backlash
Horsham District Council planning officers have recommended the council approve the application for the development on the rural edge of Southwater

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Beloved animal centre issues plea to secure its future as appeal enters final days
An animal centre which has been open for over 30 years has issued a plea for support as it enters the final days of an appeal which could secure its future

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New steak and fish restaurant with unusual name set to be approved in seaside village
Arun District Council planning officers have recommended a former East Preston pharmacy can be converted into a restaurant under the name 'The Podgy Spaniel'

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Co-op store reopens with Costa, new bakery and recycling
The village of Saltdean sees its new-look Co-op re-open following a six-week investment programme to ‘transform’ the community store

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Why a 'climate-resilient garden' has been planted on town's beach
A new climate-resilient garden is taking root by the sea

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Care home fails to meet legal standards as soiled clothes carried through the kitchen
Alma Lodge Care Home in Eastbourne rated 'requires improvement' by CQC after inspectors found safety, staffing and hygiene failings in latest care report

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Woman, 99, returns to home where she was born in 'sheer coincidence'
A 99-year-old woman has shared her joy after she returned to the home she was born in, now lived in by a staff member from her care home

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
70 homes are approved for East Sussex village
Regional homebuilder Elivia Homes has secured Reserved Matters approval for its latest 70-home development in Barcombe Cross

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:11:30 +0000
Updates as 'serious' collision on A27 causes severe delays
A stretch of the A27 has been closed both ways after a crash involving a “rolled over” van

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Comedy musical by LGBTQ+ company debuts at Brighton Fringe
Seeking to continue their run of sold-out productions, LGBTQ+ company Out Cast are proud to present their latest show, Get Real: The Return!

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Jewellery brand celebrates 20 years in business
A jewellery brand is celebrating 20 years in business.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Urgent appeal for people with rare B negative blood to donate
People with B negative blood type in Brighton are being called on to donate as the NHS warns that supplies of this much-needed blood type are running low.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Sussex author brings 200-year-old love story back to life
Long-lost 18th-century journals inspire new book, "For the Love of Sarah", tracing Sarah Ellis’s true story.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Work under way to tackle sewage in combined sewers
Work is under way to tackle storm overflows and protect water quality in Sussex.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Care home in Sussex praised after receiving 'outstanding' rating
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated Hove-based care home Portland Road, run by BHT Sussex, as ‘Outstanding’, following their latest inspection.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Longest-staying resident at animal rescue centre looking for forever home
A sweet and spirited female Bearded Dragon named Henry is looking for her forever home after becoming the longest-staying resident at The Sussex Reptile Rescue.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Poverty and inequality review underway to help shape a fairer future
Brighton and Hove City Council has launched a new review to help make the city fairer and is seeking an independent chair to lead it.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Brighton chef misses out on national finals of prestigious cooking competition
Brighton chef Jasmin Layzell did not make it through to the National Finals of The Roux Scholarship 2026.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Charity reminds people to donate to reduce waste and support fundraising
Age UK is encouraging people to donate unwanted items in a 'spring clean'.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Hidden from history: keeping Brighton's women in the spotlight
“History is written by the victors” is a saying that is often attributed to Winston Churchill.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Event boosts health awareness among town's residents
Residents gathered in force at Cyprus Hall on Saturday, February 28 as Burgess Hill Town Council hosted a successful Health Awareness Event.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Powerful memorial brings the stories of those lost to HIV and AIDS to light
A moving exhibition will bring the stories of those lost to HIV and AIDS back into public view, honouring Brighton lives.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
More than 100 people braved icy waters in RNLI charity sea dip
More than 100 people joined a Hastings sea dip on 8 March, raising vital funds for the RNLI.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
University lecturer's book earns high praise for making history fun
The University of Chichester’s history lecturer Alwyn Turner has received glowing reviews for his newest book, A Shellshocked Nation: Britain Between the Wars.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Support network launched to help university students build friendships
A chance to make meaningful connections with like-minded peers will be made possible for care leavers and estranged students at the University of Chichester.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Blue plaque to be unveiled to honour theatre manager
Theatre Royal Brighton and Brighton and Hove Women’s History Group have announced they will erect a blue plaque honouring Ellen Nye Chart on the theatre.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Man praises Virtual Ward service that helped him recover at home
A Lancing man has spoken of the difference our Virtual Ward has made to both his recovery and his family life.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New council app launches to improve how residents access services
Mid Sussex District Council is expanding the ways residents can connect and interact with their council with the launch of the Mid Sussex District Council app.

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Winner of West Sussex book award for children announced
To celebrate World Book Day the Schools Library Service has announced the winner of its West Sussex Picture Books to Shout About! Award for 2026.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Doctor arrested after crashing into traffic while under influence of alcohol
A doctor who crashed into stationary traffic on his way to work while under the influence of alcohol has faced a misconduct hearing.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Win for residents as council delays tree felling after protest
A council has delayed the felling of trees after residents protested to save them.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:40:29 +0000
Man raped woman in city centre park
A man has been jailed for 12 years for raping a woman in a park

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:39:22 +0000
Owner denies wanting to turn bistro into nightclub as decision made on music plans
A bistro and bar in Haywards Heath has been refused permission to vary its licence to allow it to play music and sell alcohol until 2.30am at weekends

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:25:23 +0000
94-year-old named and charged with child sex abuse spanning decades
A man has been charged with child sex offences that span decades

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Total chaos' fears as major road to shut in stages over 4 month period
Chichester Road, which connects Bognor Regis and Chichester, will close in phases from June 1 until September 25 while engineers carry out essential works

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Supermarket blighted by flooding seeks to build 1-metre-high raised car park
Plans have been submitted to build the platform at the Tesco Superstore on Shripney Road in Bognor Regis, which has been blighted by flooding in recent years

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Everything you need to know about plans for new £65m seafront leisure centre
Brighton and Hove City Council has submitted plans to demolish the ageing King Alfred Leisure Centre and build a new £65m facility next to it

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:48:54 +0000
Man spared jail after more AI child sex images found on his phone
A man serving a suspended sentence over artificial intelligence (AI) images of child sexual abuse has been warned by a judge he has escaped prison “by the skin of your teeth”

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:31:00 +0000
Food waste collections start in 3,000 central city households
Brighton and Hove City Council has launched the final phase of its food waste collections, covering an additional 3,000 households in central areas

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:21:25 +0000
Drifting yacht is rescued from rough seas
RNLI crews launched a joint rescue mission to save a stricken yacht drifting towards shore in rough seas

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:14:15 +0000
Jury retires in trial of woman accused of supporting Hamas
A jury has retired to consider its verdicts in the trial of a former student who is accused of expressing support for Hamas a day after its militants entered Israel

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:56:00 +0000
No one to be charged following investigation into 'horrific' abuse of young soldiers
No one will be charged with any offence despite another six-year investigation into the “horrific” abuse of young soldiers at an army barracks

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0000
The cheapest places for petrol and diesel in Sussex as prices continue to rise
Oil prices have been climbing higher since the US and Israel began strikes on Iran.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:21:52 +0000
New bus and cycle lane to be built on key route into city
A new bus and cycle lane is to be built on a key route into the city

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