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Lewes and Eastbourne councils issue warning to businesses about scam calls
Lewes District and Eastbourne Borough councils have issued a warning to businesses about ‘fraudulent telephone calls’ pretending to be part of the councils’ licensing team.
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Proposal put forward to convert first floor of Eastbourne pizzeria into flat
A proposal has been made to convert the first floor of an Eastbourne pizzeria into a new flat.
South East Water boss must go, says Eastbourne MP
Speaking in the House of Commons, Eastbourne MP Josh Babarinde called for the resignation of the Chief Executive of South East Water, David Hinton, after local residents were left with little or no water over the weekend. Mr Hinton, the CEO of South East Water, who earns a base salary of £40...
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Police issue urgent appeal to locate 15-year-old missing from Crowhurst
Police have issued an urgent appeal to locate a 15-year-old reported missing from Crowhurst.
Eastbourne's barley sugar lamp posts saved from scrapyard following outcry
Eastbourne’s barley sugar lamp posts have been saved following outcry from residents.
Eight left standing – but which quartet will reach the Sussex Transport Senior Cup semis?
Two Sussex Transport Senior Cup quarter finals take place on Tuesday as sides in the competition battle it out for a place in the semi-finals.
Atmospheric tree picture wins South Downs national park photo competition
A hauntingly beautiful photograph of gnarly giant trees and a quintessentially South Downs image of a colourful butterfly are the winners of this year’s South Downs National Park photography competition.
Lottbridge captains reflect on fine terms of office - and huge charity success
The end of 2025 saw the main, senior and ladies’ captains of Lottbridge Golf Club stand down to make way for their replacements.
Eastbourne residents warned to 'stay away' as polystyrene washes up on beaches
Eastbourne residents have been warned to 'stay away' after polystyrene was discovered strewn across local beaches.
Ratton School’s Performing Arts shine in spectacular whole school production
Ratton School is set to captivate audiences once again with its highly anticipated Whole School Production, ‘The Addams Family – School Edition’, taking place at the Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Eastbourne, between Wednesday 21st January and Friday 23rd. Families and community members are urged t...
Magistrates' court results from the Eastbourne area
Here are the results from Eastbourne Magistrates’ Court sitting at Hastings from December 15 – 22.
Photos show shipping container washed up on Seaford beach in East Sussex with cans and paper cups
Photos have been submitted to this newspaper showing a destroyed shipping container on Seaford beach on Tuesday, January 13.
Traitors star Claudia Winkleman visits Sussex youth project
Claudia Winkleman discovered how beats and rhymes can build confidence and change young lives during a visit to AudioActive, a National Lottery-funded project in Sussex.
Ratton School celebrates prestigious Excellence in Pupil Development accreditation
Ratton School, part of the South Downs Learning Trust, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the ‘Excellence in Pupil Development’ accreditation by Optimus Education, a national recognition of the school’s commitment to nurturing every child’s personal growth alongside academic succe...
Eastbourne Borough Council Leader: Delighted lampposts are now in council ownership
I am delighted to report that last week, following sustained work by the Eastbourne Society alongside council colleagues, East Sussex County Council agreed to transfer ownership of the 13 Barley Sugar lampposts to Eastbourne Borough Council. The county council has also committed to covering the cost...
Former MP Caroline Lucas offers hope at a troubling time for our nation
Former MP Caroline Lucas will offer hope at a troubling time for our nation in a special session at the Lewes Speakers Festival.
Stagecoach employee and family fundraise for The Brain Tumour Charity through Boxing Day dip in Eastbourne
Eveline Roberts, Training Officer at Stagecoach South East, and her family have raised £200 for The Brain Tumour Charity after taking part in the Boxing Day Dip in Eastbourne, inspired by her son’s experience of being diagnosed with a brain tumour at the age of 21.
From first kick to thriving community: Julia Thom’s journey into women’s football
When Julia Thom first laced up her boots in early 2022, she had never kicked a football before. What started as a fun idea with her ex-work colleague Katie quickly grew into something much bigger—a passion, a community, and a way of life.
Brighton production asks: What if your memory were a blank canvas?
What if your memory were a blank canvas?
Eastbourne: South East Water repairs leak near Hampden Park level crossing
South East Water said it has completed work to repair a leak in Eastbourne.