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Worthing take Sussex derby honours with National South win at Eastbourne Borough

Sussex’s Boxing Day National South derby went with the formbook – as Worthing ran out ultimately comfortable winners at Eastbourne Borough.

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Pevensey driver caught drink driving in Eastbourne

Andrew Biffen, 56, a driver, of Hedge Parsley Crescent, Pevensey, was arrested in St Anthony’s Avenue, Eastbourne, on 5 December and charged with driving with 81 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath. At Brighton Magistrates’ Court on 8 December, he was disqualified from driving for 18 month...

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Lightning Fibre Supports Children With Cancer Fund With Device Donation

Lightning Fibre is donating more than 60 devices and phones to the Children With Cancer Fund, ensuring devices that are no longer used can be put to meaningful use within the community. Head of Marketing, Emma Pearce, joined Chris Downton for the first delivery – which would be a big surprise for ...

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'The recovery of our lost sense of perspective' - Bishop of Chichester delivers Christmas message

We have seen his glory (Jn 1.14)

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Man ‘believed to have links to Horsham and Eastbourne’ wanted for failing to appear at court

A man ‘believed to have links to Horsham and Eastbourne’ is wanted for failing to appear at court, according to a Sussex Police press release.

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Man sought after 'report of rape' in East Sussex

Sussex Police are seeking to locate a man after a 'report of rape' in East Sussex, according to a Sussex Police press release.

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Plans submitted for new spa and plunge pool at David Lloyd Centre in Eastbourne

Plans have been submitted for a new spa and plunge pool at the David Lloyd Centre in Eastbourne.

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‘No-one should have to sleep on the streets’ – Eastbourne Citadel Salvation Army

THIS has been posted online on Christmas Eve by the Eastbourne Citadel Salvation Army: It’s bitterly cold, and the Eastbourne Salvation Army Night Shelter is open every night throughout Christmas, from 6pm to 8am. No-one should have to sleep on the streets. The shelter is free and provides a warm,...

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You are invited to join Eastbourne Healthcare Network – the first meeting is Jan 21

Healthcare professionals and people with an interest in healthcare are being invited to take part in a new monthly networking initiative aimed at strengthening connection, collaboration, and community – creating a welcoming space where professionals can share ideas, learn from expert speakers, and...

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£1,000 Up For Grabs as Crown and Anchor Launches New Singing Competition

A brand-new search for Eastbourne’s next top vocalist is set to begin in the New Year, as the Crown and Anchor in Eastbourne announces its first-ever singing competition, Sing With Pride. The contest launches on Sunday 4 January 2026 and will run every Sunday evening, culminating in a grand final...

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The iconic i360 is set to star in this year's big panto at Brighton

Jack and the Beanstalk is showing at the DoubleTree By Hilton Brighton Metropole on the seafront until December 30.

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RNLI lifeboat launched as part of a multi-agency search for missing person near Eastbourne

Eastbourne RNLI’s lifeboat was launched as part of a multi-agency search for a missing person to the west of the town.

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Changes to train services at London Waterloo over the Christmas period as Network Rail carry out major upgrades

Train services into and out of London Waterloo will change as engineers carry out vital upgrades near Queenstown Road.

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Sussex Spotlight series launches at Hastings Contemporary

Artist Alessandro Raho opens the inaugural Sussex Spotlight at Hastings Contemporary, running until January 18.

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Sussex set for festive football feast – Borough-Rebels heads list of derbies

Christmas week brings a festive football feast for fans of non-league clubs across Sussex.

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East Sussex Highways partner with Environment Agency to tackle flooding at Eastbourne schools

East Sussex Highways partnered with the Environment Agency to tackle flooding at Eastbourne schools.

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Plans refused for installation of 'state-of-the-art' BT Street Hub in Eastbourne town centre

Plans have been refused for a ‘state-of-the-art’ BT Street Hub in Eastbourne town centre.

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Fire service raises money for charity with Christmas sleigh ride in Eastbourne

East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service (ESFRS) has been raising money for charity with a magical sleigh ride around Eastbourne.

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Plans to bring new style phone boxes to Eastbourne town centre refused

Plans to bring new style ‘phone boxes’ to the town centre have been refused by Eastbourne Borough Council.

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'Homelessness taskforce' created in Eastbourne as railway station becomes 'hotspot'

A ‘homelessness taskforce’ has been created in response to rough sleeping outside Eastbourne Railway Station.