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EastEnders star and X Factor winner confirmed for Hastings panto
Names confirmed
Sussex man gains great time in London Marathon running in Morris dance kit.
Hastings runner and Morris dancer Rhys Boorman smashed the unofficial world record for completing the London marathon wearing full Morris kit by an hour on Sunday April 26.
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Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Eastbourne
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, is flying into the Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne this week. This fabulous family musical is pure nostalgia, staying true to the original MGM movie. Follow Dorothy and her friends down the yellow brick road on the adventure to Oz. The Wizard of Oz plays at the Devons...
Course end for David at Eastbourne Bridge Club
On the last day of the intermediate Bridge course at Eastbourne Bridge Club David Lampert handed over the reins to Richard Matthews. Fortunately, David is going to continue to present workshops. He has been a highly regarded teacher at the Bridge club. One of his pupils said, “ David’s teaching ...
The end of a very successful indoor bowls season for Eastbourne Ladies
The National & County finals brought to an end a very successful season for the ladies of Eastbourne & District Indoor Bowling Club.
Willingdon Golf Club - Seniors Trophy Day
Willingdon Seniors battle for the Alex Wakeling Trophy in perfect conditions.
Langham Hotel owner running his 250th Half Marathon
Neil Kirby is the proprietor of the Langham Hotel in Eastbourne, which he runs alongside his wife, Wendy. A passionate runner, Neil has taken on an incredible personal challenge over the years, completing half marathons across the UK and beyond.
Julie Marks Memorial Trophy tournament at Hampden Park Tennis Club
Hampden Park Tennis Club played the third Julie Marks Memorial Trophy tournament on Saturday April 25th 2026.
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The effects of out-of-control drinking on family life
Chicken and Chips is a coming-of-age story about 14-year-old Jake which comes from Rottingdean-based author Julia Clarkson, aged 85.
Willingdon Golf Club - Juniors : Great Start to Season
Juniors Members at Willingdon Golf Club are enjoying an exciting start to the 2026 season.
Win for Hampden Park ladies
Hampden Park TC Ladies 1st team travelled to Comptons near Horsham on Sunday 26th April in the Tennis Sussex Summer Doubles League 2026.On a gloriously sunny day both teams battled through the 1st round. Helen Mitchell & Nicola Tuson beat their 2nd pair 6-2 6-2, the score doesnt show how close i...
Brighton Festival - “deconstructing the conventions of live music"
A new show at Brighton Festival 2026 promises to “deconstruct the conventions of live music – in a unique domestic setting.”
Businesses and Residents Unite Against Proposed Bus Lane on Station Parade – Demo planned
A growing coalition of local businesses and residents in Eastbourne has voiced strong opposition to the proposed bus lane development along Station Parade, citing serious concerns over public safety, economic impact, and insufficient community consultation. The proposal, put forward as part of wider...
Plans put forward for installation of digital advertisements at Eastbourne bus stop
Plans have been put forward for the installation of digital advertisements at an Eastbourne bus stop.
Eastbourne Retro: Looking back at previous 999 Emergency Services Weekend
Take a look back at a previous 999 Emergency Services Weekend.
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Hastings celebration of "finest folk horror" movies
Cult Cinema Weekender
Planning round-up: The latest applications submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council
These are the planning applications submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council during the week starting April 19.
Plans to convert historic Eastbourne phone box into food and drinks kiosk approved
Plans to convert an historic Eastbourne phone box into food and drinks kiosk have been approved.
Scene set for Eastbourne’s sizzling seafront carnival
Lights, camera, action – and within a flash, the scene is again set for Eastbourne’s hugely popular seafront carnival. The town will be in a party mood and ready for an action packed, fun filled afternoon, when the carnival extravaganza returns on Saturday, May 23. With this year’s chosen them...