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63-year-old man arrested following robbery on Eastbourne seafront
A 63-year-old man has been arrested following a robbery on Eastbourne seafront.
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Man robbed on Eastbourne Seafront at 10.30am
POLICE are appealing for witnesses and information after a reported robbery in King Edward Parade near the junction with Bolsover Road, Eastbourne. The incident took place on Wednesday (24 August) at around 10.30am. It was reported that the victim was cycling in King Edward Parade and was passed by ...
A new cafe for Shinewater – Fundraiser is set up
Eastbourne Borough Council has already recognised the need for a café at Shinewater Park, allocating £20,000 towards a kiosk project. Now resident Charlene Otoole has set up a fundraiser saying: ‘Help Build The Hub at Shinewater – A Café for Our Community.‘ Find the fundraiser here Fundrais...
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Iconic Sussex forest sees record numbers of Nightjar birds
An annual Nightjar survey at Ashdown Forest has recorded the highest numbers yet.
Police issue urgent appeal to locate 53-year-old missing from Eastbourne
Police have issued an urgent appeal to help locate a 53-year-old man reported missing from Eastbourne.
Tributes paid to former Hastings Council leader and County Council chairman Peter Pragnell
People of all political parties have paid tribute to Peter Pragnell following his unexpected death on Monday.
Plans for conversion of first floor of Eastbourne hair and beauty salon into flat approved
Plans for the conversion of the first floor of a hair and beauty salon in Eastbourne have been approved.
Latest planning applications submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council
These are the planning applications submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council between August 24 and August 30.
Ghostly goings on at The True Crime Museum in Hastings
The True Crime Museum is inviting groups of paranormal enthusiasts to put their ghost-hunting skills to the test by booking a private 8-hour investigation session inside their atmospheric museum, which has a dark history attached to it.
St George's flags in Eastbourne to be removed 'on a case by case basis'
Unauthorised St George’s flags in Eastbourne will be removed ‘on a case by case basis’, East Sussex County Council has confirmed.
‘The appalling smells coming from ‘Poo Castle’ must stop’, demands councillor
Sovereign Ward Councillor Kshama Shore is calling on Eastbourne Borough Council to use its legal powers to tackle the appalling smells coming from Southern Water’s Eastbourne Wastewater Treatment Works at Langney Point, known locally as “Poo Castle.” Cllr Shore is urging the council to classif...
Eastbourne care home dazzles with Viva Las Vegas!
Open Days are never exciting affairs at Care Homes are they? The expectation predicts lots of happy staff and highly polished brochures accompanied with well scripted tours for visitors. When family and friends search for a placement for a loved one, whoever expects a visit to a care home to be fun!
In pictures: The ten best autumn walks to enjoy in East Sussex
Summer is fast fading and autumn approaching. With this is mind here are the best places to enjoy an autumn walk according to East Sussex County Council.
Eastbourne Looking Back: Photos of the town centre from 2008
We’ve had a look through our archive at photos of Eastbourne from previous years.
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Sparkling autumn season ahead at Brighton Dome
Brighton Dome has launched a packed autumn/winter season of music, theatre, dance, circus, comedy, cabaret, crafting, club nights and more across three historic venues.
Drop-in event for caregivers at The Beacon in Eastbourne
The wonderful work of caregivers will be highlighted at a drop-in event run by the Association of Carers at The Gather unit in The Beacon shopping centre, Eastbourne, on Tuesday September 16.
Eastbourne rugby enjoys a successful pre-season
Eastbourne Rugby club men’s senior squad have had a very successful pre season, with many players competing for a place in the 1st 15.
Drop-in event for caregivers at The Beacon in Eastbourne
The wonderful work of caregivers will be highlighted at a drop-in event run by the Association of Carers at The Gather unit in The Beacon shopping centre, Eastbourne, on Tuesday September 16. The Information and Volunteer Day will invite caregivers, their loved ones, and anyone interested in volunte...
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 – Josh responds after flags appear around Eastbourne
EASTBOURNE MP Josh Babarinde has joined in the debate after our flags appeared all over Eastbourne last week. He was talking in the Houses of Commons yesterday: “Lots of folks across our town have been in touch with me this summer to share their concerns that there are some who are attempting to d...
Simon Leslie column: Change isn’t always comfortable – but it’s where we grow
Change is rarely easy. It pushes us, tests us, and sometimes frustrates us. But without challenge, there is no growth. Football teaches us that lesson week in and week out.