The Argus

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:15:00 +0100
Dozens of violent incidents reported against traffic wardens
Brighton and Hove City Council traffic wardens to wear body cameras

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:04:00 +0100
Domestic incidents, missing people and Sean Paul: My night with Brighton Police
It’s 11.30pm, pitch black, freezing cold and we’re driving into woods in Stanmer Park.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:33:00 +0100
Bid to stop lorries and buses using street as they damage historic buildings
Calls to stop large vehicles from using a weight-limited road in Bexhill are set to go in front of a senior county councillor next week.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:14:15 +0100
Three bodies discovered in Sussex in just over a week
Emergency services recovered three bodies in Sussex in just over a week

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:54:00 +0100
Sussex in top ten worst-affected areas in the country for crime in churches
Some 567 crimes have been recorded at churches and places of worship in Sussex from the start of 2022 until the end of 2024, according to new data obtained by the Countryside Alliance.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 08:36:10 +0100
Inquest opens into nurse who died after being hit by BMW
A nurse killed when she was struck by a car while walking with her family died from injuries to her head and spine, an inquest heard

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
City's customer service centres to be moved to libraries
Brighton and Hove Council help desks will relocate to Jubilee and Hove Libraries from May 6, making face-to-face support easier for residents.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands expected for Brighton Festival’s 45 free events in May
Brighton Festival 2025 will host 45 free events this May, including art, theatre, and music performances for thousands of visitors across the city.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The Sussex pubs vying to be crowned best in the county
Six Sussex pubs are vying to be crowned the best in the county.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Man seeks ‘never before seen’ angle of aristocrat who was born into slavery
Etienne Daly, who lives in Brighton, has been researching Dido Elizabeth Belle for 12 years and wants to see what she would look form a face-on angle.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Free tea for Brighton customers as shop gives away drinks
Bird & Blend Tea Co. is giving away free cups of its new Earl Grey range in Brighton and Worthing from April 25–27.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Hove event offers tour and tea with a Regency gentleman
A unique experience is set to take place in Hove, inviting history enthusiasts and tea lovers alike to step back in time.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Popular beer festival to return with live music and food
Southwick Beer Festival returns May 23–24 with local ales, cider, food and live music at Southwick Community Centre.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100
Hidden Gems: Exploring London's less known charities in stunning buildings
Hidden Gems: Exploring London's less known charities in stunning buildings

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:40:53 +0100
Body found during search for a man not seen for two weeks
Sadly the body of a unidentified man was found in Littlehampton on Thursday evening (24 April).

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:24:00 +0100
Households at risk of homelessness to join housing register more quickly
Brighton Council has made new changes to the social housing and will prioritise those at risk of homelessness.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:17:00 +0100
Sussex Police to review strip search policy after gender ruling
In a statement Sussex Police said: “Sussex Police is considering the impact of this case on its policies and practices, which will require review of the full ruling in consultation with and on direction received from the National Police Chiefs’ C...

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:09:00 +0100
Thousands step into 1214 at Arundel Castle’s Easter Medieval Festival
After a packed Easter weekend, Arundel Castle’s Medieval Festival returns May 24–26 with thrilling 15th-century battles, Kids Battles, and live re-enactments.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Plans approved for new community hall and health centre
A new medical centre and community hall will be built in Mayfield after councillors approved revised plans. Work is expected to begin this summer.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New exhibition on 'Queen of Crime' Agatha Christie to open
Hastings Museum opens ‘Agatha Christie – The Queen of Crime’ on May 10, featuring items from her life, stories and legacy. Free entry until August 10.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Future of Sussex devolution to be announced shortly
The government is considering responses to a county-wide consultation about devolution in Sussex.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
M23, A23 and A27 road closures in Sussex taking place this weekend
Here are the closures Sussex drivers should be aware of this weekend, according to National Highways England.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:40:37 +0100
Young smokers and drinkers issued urgent '36 years' warning from doctors
The effects of smoking, drinking too much and not exercising enough are felt by the age of 36, researchers have warned.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:37:14 +0100
New Starbucks summer menu items - and how to try them a week early
Summer starts at Starbucks this week with new types of Frappuccino, food items and a Refresha borrowed from the US menu

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:36:00 +0100
Check your pension payments as £800m of DWP state pensions underpaid
More than £800 million of state pension underpayments has been identified in a correction exercise, and they're not finished yet

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:33:13 +0100
HMRC is urging parents to claim up to £2,000 a year - are you eligible?
HMRC is urging parents to claim £2,000 in a new campaign. Here's how to see if you are eligible, and how to apply.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:26:42 +0100
UK set for 'mini heatwave' as BBC forecasters predict temperatures of 27 degrees
The UK is set for a 'mini heatwave' with BBC forecasters predicting temperatures of 27 degrees - see when it arrives and how long it will last.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:30:35 +0100
Updates as crashes cause delays
Two crashes on the A23 near Pyecombe are causing delays.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:14:06 +0100
Recap: Bin lorry rolls down hill
A bin lorry has rolled down a hill in Saltdean.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:30:45 +0100
Delays affect plans to improve bin collection amid row over changes
Efforts to modernise the council’s Cityclean rubbish and recycling service have been under way for more than seven years without apparently “reaching” the streets, councillors said.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:01:01 +0100
Caravans park near allotments
Caravans have moved to Bear Road in Brighton.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:01:00 +0100
Family pay tribute to 'happy and silly' grandad who died in motorbike collision
A woman has paid tribute to her “happy, silly, playful and knowledgeable” father who died in a motorcycle accident

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Plan to expand major services and McDonald’s - with a new drive-through restaurant
Plans are in the works to expand a service station and McDonald’s restaurant as part of a scheme to tackle “traffic issues” on a main road

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Delight as world's fastest animal born atop block of flats in city
The world's fastest animal has been born atop Sussex Heights in Preston Road, Brighton

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0100
Passerby says it was a 'miracle' no one was injured in bin lorry incident
A passerby has spoken of his relief that no one was hurt after a bin lorry rolled down a hill in Saltdean.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:49:29 +0100
Opening date of new multimillion pound bypass announced
The opening date for Lyminster Bypass has been announced.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Dog found beside owner’s dead body after ten days
A blue Staffordshire Bull Terrier, rescued from a traumatising situation, has found a loving forever home in Brighton

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
GP practice announces it is set to close
In just over a month, the Balcombe branch of the Ouse Valley Practice will permanently close its doors

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:49:46 +0100
Sussex MP banned from Russia
Lewes MP James MacCleary has been banned from Russia.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
How much prisoners at HMP Lewes have been paid in compensation revealed
HMP Lewes prisoners were paid almost £130,000 in compensation for injuries sustained in jail in the last five years.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New Brighton and Hove bus timetables to improve reliability and punctuality
Brighton and Hove Buses will increase Route 25 to every 4–5 mins and revise several routes from April 18 and 27 to improve reliability.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Fears over 'spiralling costs' and traffic implications of £21m bridge plan
There are fears about the “spiralling costs” of the new Exceat Bridge project

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Constance Marten tells court ‘we did everything we could to protect’ baby
Constance Marten has told jurors she and her partner Mark Gordon did “everything we could to protect her”.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:50:00 +0100
Crash leaves man, 18, with life-changing injuries
Sussex Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a serious collision near Rogate.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Several dead sharks wash up on beach
Several dead fish believed to be sharks have been spotted washed up on the city's beach

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Murder on the Orient Express: 'A set to die for'
Agatha Christie lays claim to being the bestselling novelist of all time

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Dad runs six ultramarathons in six days in memory of son
Crawley dad Rob Dowling is running 186 miles in six days for children’s charities in memory of his son Oliver, who died suddenly in 2015 at age two.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:34:52 +0100
Met Office forecasts 'mini heatwave' in Sussex as temperatures to hit above 20C
A "mini heatwave" is set to hit the UK next week with Sussex set to be embraced by sunnier skies.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:03:00 +0100
Teachers at prestigious Sussex private school set to strike
Teachers at Roedean School have voted to strike over proposed pension changes and planned redundancies, the school has confirmed.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:50:00 +0100
Stained glass window smashed and items stolen from city centre church
Police received reports of an object being used to smash a stained glass window in St Mary's Church in St James's Street, Brighton on March 28, between 2am and 4am.

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