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Emergency road closure explained in Eastbourne; buses 'unable to serve this road'
A road in Eastbourne was temporarily closed after a water main burst.
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Pictures: The Christmas Sussex Belle visits Hastings
The Christmas Sussex Belle arrived in Hastings yesterday afternoon (November 19) and attracted hundreds of spectators along the way.
Pevensey care home's winter fair brings the local community together
Staff, residents, relatives and the local community came together at Sycamore Grove to enjoy a Winter Fayre that was held in the home’s Bistro last Saturday.
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Willingdon & Jevington Parish Council Christmas Carol Evening Event
Come and join us on Thursday 11th Dec from 5.15pm – 7:00pm as we head towards the Seasons festivities
Local car retailer celebrates double success at national awards
An Eastbourne car retailer is celebrating after two of its models were awarded at prestigious national awards.
Stunning video footage shows snow falling in Christmassy scene at National Trust site in West Sussex
The snow created a very Christmassy scene at Petworth House.
Brighton & Hove artists open doors for pre-Christmas festival
Artists Open Houses festival returns for the winter season, with festive delights across Brighton & Hove’s neighbourhoods.
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Boomania is back as Betty Boo launches into first-ever UK tour
On the back of the rerelease of her classic 90s albums Boomania and GRRR! It’s Betty Boo this summer, Betty Boo has embarked on her first-ever UK tour, including a Brighton date on Sunday, November 23 at the Green Door Store.
From Eastbourne to Europe: how a small team delivers global-scale impact
The data centre industry is the foundation of the modern world. Digital infrastructure underpins everything from banking systems and national defence to streaming shows on Netflix. In recognition of their importance, the UK Government classified data centres as critical infrastructure last September...
Eastbourne hosts community climate event as part of UK Mass Lobby Week
People across the UK are taking part in a mass lobby to demand stronger climate leadership from their MPs. Following our visit to parliament in July, Eastbourne residents came together for a climate conversation attending a community meeting with their MP Josh Babarinde, to show support for fair, a...
Emergency protocol activated to aid rough sleepers in Adur and Worthing amid 'severe weather'
Adur and Worthing Councils have activated the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) to support rough sleepers in the cold weather.
Why fans are flocking to the Devonshire Park Theatre…
by Tony Flood Picture by Manuel Harlan Fans of Midsomer Murders are flocking to the Devonshire Park Theatre this week to see its stage debut recapture the mystery, suspense and large slice of humour of the TV show, which has been running for 28 years.It’s pulling power is so big that even Wednesd...
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Show promises "laughter, music, magic and mayhem" of Christmas
The Old Market in Brighton & Hove offers a brand-new in-house production for Christmas, The Gift.
Sussex Police issue urgent appeal for 17-year-old reported missing from Eastbourne
Sussex Police have issued an urgent public appeal to locate a 17-year-old reported missing from Eastbourne.
Eastbourne Borough Council 'fully backs' One East Sussex unitary authority proposal
Eastbourne Borough Council has confirmed its support for the creation of a single unitary authority for East Sussex after the government today launched a consultation about the future shape of councils in Sussex.
Eastbourne school makes 'progress to improve’, Ofsted says
Ofsted inspectors have stated that a school in Eastbourne had ‘made progress to improve’ following a monitoring visit.
Eastbourne MP gets Prime Minister on board after he said Barclays leaves local resident £125,000 out-of-pocket
At Prime Minister’s Questions today, Eastbourne MP, Josh Babarinde called on the Prime Minister to work with him to force Barclays Bank to rectify a serious banking error that has left a local constituent Pamela Beevers out of pocket by £124,875. In 2023 Ms Beevers received a cheque for £125,0...
Ben Portsmouth: This is Elvis at the Congress
PASSION, ENERGY AND PURE ENTERTAINMENT! Ben Portsmouth: This is Elvis Saturday, 17th January, 7.30pm, Congress Theatre, Eastbourne Elvis is once again in the building this January at the Congress Theatre when the celebrated and critically acclaimed Ben Portsmouth returns to Eastbourne in This is Elv...
Eastbourne Borough Council fully backs One East Sussex in government unitary consultation
Eastbourne Borough Council has confirmed its support for the creation of a single unitary authority for East Sussex after the government today launched a consultation about the future shape of councils in Sussex. This public engagement exercise will consider proposals for replacing the current tw...
Here Comes Santa Paws: Christmas arrives at Drusillas Park this weekend
The festive countdown has begun, and the magic of Christmas is set to sparkle once again at Drusillas Park! From this Saturday 22nd November to Tuesday 23rd December, the Park will transform into a winter wonderland, ready to welcome the big man himself – Santa Claus- to his cosy cottage grotto. D...