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New Sussex Opera on the road with 2026 touring production

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Police issue urgent appeal to locate 38-year-old last seen in Cuckfield

Sussex Police have issued an urgent appeal to locate a missing 38-year-old last seen in Cuckfield.

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40 images from the Chichester Half Marathon and seven mile events

Now in its 14th year, the Chichester Half Marathon returned in partnership with More Leisure and charity partners Stone Pillow and Chichester Cathedral, bringing together an unforgettable mix of historic streets, rolling countryside and breathtaking views.

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Eastbourne lifeboat crew member recognised for three decades of service to RNLI

An Eastbourne lifeboat crew member has been recognised for three decades of service to the RNLI.

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Four rescued after being cut off by tide near Beachy Head Lighthouse

Four people were rescued after becoming cut off by the incoming tide near Beachy Head Lighthouse.

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Police launch investigation following ‘deliberate’ car fire near Eastbourne

Emergency services were called to tackle a car fire near Eastbourne, which police are treating as deliberate.

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31 brilliant pictures as Eastbourne Borough progress in FA Cup at Thame United

Eastbourne Borough are the only Sussex survivors from Step Four and below in the FA Cup after their win against Thame United.

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Beethoven lives again in St Leonards on Sea

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Late FA Cup winner sends Eastbourne Borough through as other Sussex sides bow out

After Saturday’s FA Cup encounters, Eastbourne Borough are the only Sussex survivors from Step Four and below into Monday’s fourth qualifying round draw.

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Community invited to Eastbourne Mayor’s Harvest Festival

The Mayor of Eastbourne is inviting people to join her for the Civic Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 4. The service will take place at Emmanuel Church, in Upperton Road, starting at 10.30am. Guests attending are asked to arrive and be seated by 10.15am. As part of the celebrations, held in partn...

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Body of woman found on Eastbourne beach

The body of a woman has been found on Eastbourne beach, Sussex Police have confirmed.

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Sussex RNLI's pay tribute after Hastings crew member death

Sussex RNLI stations have paid tribute to a Hastings crew member who died following a medical incident at the lifeboat station.

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Eastbourne Symphony Orchestra concludes its 46th season

Sunday, October 11

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Tulleys Shocktober Fest: We pick our top 5 attractions - with terrifying new experience ranking high

Tulleys Shocktober Fest has returned and it is celebrating 30 years of screams this year.

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Eastbourne business leader announced as headline speaker for Eastbourne DigiFest 2026

One of Eastbourne’s most successful business leaders has been announced as the headline speaker at Eastbourne DigiFest 2026, as organisers encourage businesses from across Sussex to secure their tickets for this year’s event. Michael Gietzen, CEO of Identity Group, will headline the one-day conf...

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Eastbourne Youth Radio is back again this November – Turning up the volume on Young Talent

Eastbourne Youth Radio (EYR) get ready for their 26th annual broadcast from 18th–20th November 2026 on 87.7FM and online at www.eyr.org.uk Organised by the Eastbourne Education Business Partnership CIO – broadcasting from studios at East Sussex College in Eastbourne, Eastbourne Youth Radio retur...

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Police issue urgent appeal to locate 38-year-old reported missing from Cuckfield

Sussex Police have issued a public appeal to locate a 38-year-old woman reported missing from Cuckfield.

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Eastbourne Airbourne set to soar again in 2027

Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow is set to soar again, returning 12 – 15 August 2027 with a spectacular programme of flying displays and family entertainment. The UK’s biggest free airshow will be back for a 33rd year after income from sponsorship, donations and commercial sales enabl...

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Southern Rail: Disruption to services between Eastbourne and Lewes due to track inspection

Services between Lewes and Eastbourne have been disrupted following a track inspection.

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Potential road closures to look out for before Eastbourne Bonfire

The Eastbourne Bonfire Society have warned for potential road closures for the upcoming bonfire procession this weekend (Saturday, October 3).