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‘Less people are using our Foodbank because they are being helped much quicker’
IT may come as a surprise to many – but Hailsham Foorbank say less people are using their services. There has been a 56% increase in the number of food parcels provided to families with children in the South East over five years. BBC Sussex News spoke to Julie Coates, Hailsham Foodbank project man...
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Lifeguard Season Begins at Eastbourne Beach
Eastbourne’s beach lifeguard team return for duty this weekend, helping residents and visitors to stay safe at the seaside this summer. Returning daily from 24 May to 7 September, the lifeguards will be monitoring beaches between the Pier and Wish Tower and responding to a range of emergencies, fr...
New dog cafe opens at ESK in Eastbourne
A new dog cafe has opened its doors at ESK in Eastbourne.
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Eastbourne gets ready to celebrate
Eastbourne Carnival will take place this Saturday (May 24)
Watch as bee swarm is removed from car in Eastbourne - video
Watch as a swarm of bees are removed from a car in Eastbourne.
Bee swarm descends on car in Eastbourne
Eastbourne residents were shocked to see a parked car covered in a swarm of bees.
Concentus Sings Summer in Eastbourne
Eastbourne choir Concentus is well into its final rehearsal stages for its two upcoming concerts celebrating all things summer.
Police secure closure order on Eastbourne flat linked with ‘anti-social behaviour, disorder and drug related incidents’
Police have secured a closure order on a flat in Eastbourne which was linked to ‘several anti-social behaviour, disorder and drug related incidents’.
Bognor Regis snubbed in this year's Which? guide to seaside towns
Bognor Regis came in on the wrong end of this year’s Which? guide to UK Seaside Towns, Sussex World can report.
Pete is Yellow Tees champion at The Lottbridge Golf Club
The Lottbridge Golf Club seniors took part in their Yellow Tees Championship. The weather was very warm and the course looked beautiful.
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Hastings date for Chantel McGregor on back of new album
Yorkshire-born guitarist, singer and songwriter Chantel McGregor is on the road on the back of her first album of original material for ten years.
Sportswise’s Nick Webborn has been appointed Chair of UK Sport
Sportswise’s Nick Webborn has been appointed Chair of UK Sport. Sportswise is a specialist private clinic for the treatment of sports injuries and MSK disorders, now at 1 Commercial Road. It offers sports medicine & musculoskeletal consultations, physiotherapy (including pelvic health & ve...
SAMUEL GEARING REVEALS FRAGRANCE COLLECTION VALUED AT £23.5k
SAMUEL GEARING REVEALS FRAGRANCE COLLECTION VALUED AT £23.5k Anderida Writers members were able to sample perfume from fragrance distributor Samuel Gearing when he gave an interesting talk about his work and his publishing experience at the group’s monthly meeting on Tuesday May 13th in the Hydro...
Success, energy, vibrancy – Adam Murray brought it all to Eastbourne Borough
It was all too short, but goodness, it was fun while it lasted. Adam Murray has departed Eastbourne Borough – leaving behind a club twice as successful, and three times as vibrant and energised, as when he arrived.
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Lewes’ Star Brewery Gallery launches inaugural spring show
Lewes’ Star Brewery Gallery launches its inaugural spring show with a group exhibition.
Historic England encourages residents in Sussex and Surrey to explore their local histories as new Local Heritage Hub launches
Coinciding with this year's Local History Month, Historic England has launched a new Local Heritage Hub.
Eastbourne WRAS charity shop reopening after refurbishment
We are excited to announce that our WRAS Charity Shop will officially reopen on May 26 following a short period of refurbishment to mark our 30-year anniversary.
Govia Thameslink Railway invest £1.7m into station improvements following bumper year of projects across London and the South East
Some £1.7 million has been allocated to improve stations across the country’s largest railway network – following a bumper year of projects at stations across London and the South East.
Knockhatch Adventure Park Welcomes Rare Twin Ring-Tailed Lemurs
Knockhatch Adventure Park is thrilled to announce the birth of twin ring-tailed lemurs on Monday, 19th May, 2025.Ring tailed lemurs, native to Madagascar, typically give birth to a single offspring each year. The arrival of healthy twins is therefore a rare and exciting occurrence for the park and a...
Popular restaurant changes its name with a fresh identity
The beloved Thai Terre at East Dean has transformed into @redelephantsiam – bringing a fresh identity while continuing to serve the authentic Thai cuisine we all cherish. Nestled on the picturesque village green, Red Elephant Siam offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for both locals and...