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Further arrests made in Sussex during Christmas crackdown on drink and drug-drivers
The latest three people to be convicted in court, having been arrested during Sussex Police’s Christmas crackdown on drink and drug-drivers, have been revealed in a police press release.
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Man arrested after crashing stolen 'Royal Mail van' in East Sussex
A man has been arrested after crashing a stolen ‘Royal Mail van’ in East Sussex, according to a Sussex Police statement.
Last Seats for Jive Talkin’! Congress Theatre, 29 Jan 2026
BOOK LAST SEATS TO ENJOY THE VERY BEST BEE GEE’S TRIBUTE – JIVE TALKIN’ THIS JANUARY! JIVE TALKIN’ Congress Theatre Thursday 29 January, 7.30pm Head to the Congress Theatre, 29 January as Jive Talkin’ take to the stage – book quickly as this show is selling fast! Renowned as the orig...
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Drusillas celebrates critically endangered macaque Elsie’s first birthday to highlight conservation efforts
Drusillas Park is celebrating a very special milestone this weekend as critically endangered Sulawesi crested macaque Elsie turns one on Sunday 11th January. To mark the occasion, her keepers have thrown her a first birthday ‘party’ fit for a zoo VIP. It wouldn’t be a birthday celebration with...
This is how much it costs for a new grit bin in East Sussex
The current freezing cold weather has highlighted how important it can be to have grit for icy roads and pavements.
Police arrest 24 in Eastbourne during Christmas crackdown on drink and drug drivers
Sussex Police made 24 arrests in Eastbourne during the force’s Christmas crackdown on drink and drug drivers.
24-hour danceathon to take place to raise money for Eastbourne charity
A 24-hour danceathon is set to take place to help raise money for a charity in Eastbourne.
Eastbourne man jailed for 32 years after knife attack
A man from Eastbourne has been jailed for 32 years after a knife attack that left another man with ‘serious injuries’.
Eastbourne man jailed for knife attack in Hazelwood Avenue
A man from Eastbourne has been jailed for 32 years after a knife attack that left another man with serious injuries. Emergency services were called to Hazelwood Avenue, Eastbourne, at around 1.25pm on Sunday, 9 February, following reports that a man had suffered multiple stab wounds. Officers arrive...
Storm Goretti: Flood warnings remain in place in East Sussex as rain and high winds persist across county
Flood warnings from the Environment Agency remain in place in East Sussex as rain and high winds persist across the county.
Storm Goretti: East Sussex gritters 'on hold' - potential for snow in the High Weald West, High Weald East and Central areas
East Sussex Highways says gritters will be off the road until the current wet weather passes.
Storm Goretti: Street Cleansing team out in Eastbourne as Storm passes through East Sussex
The Street Cleansing team in Eastbourne were out in the early hours to help clean up after Storm Goretti made its way through the town.
World Famous Jazz Club comes to Eastbourne – last seats remaining! Congress Theatre, Sat 31 January
RONNIE SCOTT’S JAZZ CLUB PRESENTS THE RONNIE SCOTT’S STORY Congress Theatre Saturday 31 January 2026 7.30pm Last seats remain for London’s world-famous jazz club right here on your doorstep, as The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the Congress Theatre stage to celebrate the ‘The Ronnie...
‘Lights, Camera, Action’ – Eastbourne Carnival is on May 23
EASTBOURNE Carnival is delighted to announce that registration for the 2026 event will be open in February.We can now reveal the much anticipated artwork for the theme for 2026 – which is ‘Lights, Camera, Action’.This theme gives our entrants the chance to get inspiration from Theatre, Movies,...
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Brighton - Stephen K Amos hits the road with Now We’re Talking!
Stephen K Amos hits the road with Now We’re Talking! – but really it’s a show about listening, as he explains.
Sussex man wins £10,000 a month lottery prize after celebrating 60th birthday
A lucky man from Sussex has scooped up £10,000 a month for a year on the National Lottery’s Set For Life game, after buying three lucky dips on his way home from work and matching five numbers.
Police investigate suspected burglary at ‘cannabis factory’ in East Sussex after man sustains 'serious injuries'
Detectives are investigating a suspected burglary at a ‘cannabis factory’ in East Sussex – after a man sustained 'serious injuries', according to Sussex Police.
Man arrested after crashing ‘stolen vehicle’ in East Sussex
A man has been arrested after crashing a ‘stolen vehicle’ in East Sussex, according to a Sussex Police statement.
CHALLENGE YOURSELF IN 2026 AND SUPPORT ANIMALS IN NEED
If one of your New Year’s goals for 2026 is to try something new or get active, the fundraising challenge events for Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare could be just the thing. From jumping out of a plane to running past some of the UK’s most iconic landmarks, there’s a challenge to suit all t...
Stop Smoking, Feel Happier in 2026 – One You East Sussex backs new quit smoking campaign
Healthy lifestyle provider One You East Sussex has started the new year by giving its support to ‘Stop Smoking, Feel Happier’, the South East Smokefree Alliance’s launch campaign. The campaign, which aims to dispel the common myth that smoking eases stress, is focusing on mental wellbeing and ...