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Positive signs, point rescued: Eastbourne Borough battle back to take point from Bath City
When a season has gone so dismally wrong, even a draw can feel like a victory.
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East Sussex College Group allocated more than £2m in plan for ‘major upgrades’ across south east
East Sussex College Group has been allocated £2,445,631 in a plan to upgrade colleges across the south east.
Easter clashes could make or break Worthing’s National South title bid
Adam Hinshelwood says his Worthing players are relishing an Easter double that could make or break their National League South title dream.
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O2 switches on next-generation 5G+ network for more than 830,000 residents in East Sussex, including Brighton, Lewes, Eastbourne and Hastings
O2 has announced it has switched on its next-generation 5G+ Standalone network for more than 830,000 residents in East Sussex.
Run Wednesdays' celebrates double female age group success in Cross Country League
There was plenty to celebrate at the last even in the East Sussex Sunday Cross Country League event last weekend. The team reflected in a highly successful season, with two impressive female age group award performances for Michaela Stringer and Mary Austin-Oulsen.
Eastbourne primary schooljoins in with Community Junior Park Run
Over50childrenfromStJohn’sMeadsCEPrimarySchool,representingaroundathirdofthewholeschool, joinedinwiththe2kJuniorParkRunon Eastbourne seafront on 22nd March 2026.
Eastbourne care home delight as emus take up residency
The team at Mortain Place, Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne, were delighted to find two Emu’s have taken up residency in their glorious gardens. It is well known the Emu, the world’s second largest bird, are flightless. These amazing creatures can grow to two metres tall. The soft fluffy grey feath...
Seniors' success at Lottbridge Golf Club
43 Members took part in the Lottbridge Golf Club Seniors Stableford. The weather was slightly overcast with very little wind and not too cold. The course is slowly improving thanks to Head Greenkeeper Matt and his crew.
Blistering fire-walk performance from Eastbourne rotarian Brian
Eastbourne rotarian Brian O’Neil walked on hot coals in memory of club colleague and local businessman, David Lambird. Brian, a member and former president of the Rotary Club of Eastbourne, was among a band of fund-raisers who took part in the St Wilfrid’s Firewalk. Brian’s blistering performa...
‘No means no’ – Sussex Police officer dismissed following sexual assault allegations
A Sussex Police officer has been dismissed without notice following allegations of sexual assault against another officer, according to a Sussex Police press release.
Political opinion with Josh Babarinde MP: Time for urgent change at County Hall
On 7th May, residents will have the chance to decide who should run East Sussex County Council.
Opening date for Food Warehouse in Eastbourne announced
The opening date for a new Food Warehouse in Eastbourne has been announced.
Eastbourne road closed following collision
A road in Eastbourne has closed following a collision.
'Targeted planting' undertaken at Eastbourne's Carpet Gardens
Eastbourne Borough Council (EBC) has undertaken ‘targeted planting’ at the Carpet Gardens amid ongoing criticism from residents.
Eastbourne bus driver bids farewell after lifelong career in public transport
After 16 years at Stagecoach, long-serving driver Mark Curtis has hung up his keys, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, professionalism, and a personal touch that passengers and colleagues alike will remember.
More than 15 arrests made across Eastbourne during weekend patrols
More than 15 arrests were made across Eastbourne during police patrols during the weekend around the town.
Lenny Henry to play Brighton and Guildford on first UK tour since 2010
Lenny Henry has confirmed Brighton and Guildford dates on his first UK tour since 2010.
Magistrates' court results from the Eastbourne area
Here are the results from Eastbourne Magistrates’ Court sitting at Hastings for February March 2 -
Competitive eater takes on food challenge at Eastbourne restaurant
A competitive eater has taken on a food challenge at an Eastbourne restaurant – and he’s set the record to beat.
Blistering fire-walk performance from Eastbourne rotarian Brian
Eastbourne rotarian Brian O'Neil walked on hot coals in memory of club colleague and local businessman, David Lambird.