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Eastbourne G&S are on the hunt for a lead performer

Eastbourne G&S are on the hunt for a lead performer for its latest production, a reimagined G&S classic.

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‘No casualties reported’ after fire breaks out in East Sussex - in pictures

‘No casualties’ have been reported after a fire broke out in East Sussex, according to a fire service spokesperson.

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Sussex town among Britain’s least desirable places to live in 2026, according to new study

A town in Sussex has been named among Britain’s least desirable places to live in 2026, according to a new study.

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Former Sussex Police staff member sentenced for ‘possession of child sexual abuse material’

A former Sussex Police staff member sentenced for ‘possession of child sexual abuse material’, according to a police press release.

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Sussex woman lived on ‘50p a day’ and slept ‘rough in her car’ after living through romance fraud

A Sussex woman has revealed she was left living on ‘50p a day’ and sleeping ‘rough in her car’ after living through romance fraud, according to a press release from the Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner.

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‘More than 2,000 arrests’ made by Sussex Police's Specialist Enforcement Unit as it marks fifth anniversary

Police pursuits and drugs busts were among the highlights as Sussex Police’s Specialist Enforcement Unit celebrated its fifth anniversary.

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Valentine’s Day: Sussex Police share romance fraud prevention advice

Sussex Police have shared romance fraud prevention advice this Valentine’s Day.

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Patrizio Destriere Quartet play St Leonards date

Italian musicians are performing at Kino-Teatr, St Leonards-on-Sea on Wednesday, February 25 at 7.30pm.

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Hastings International Piano out in the community ahead of competition

A range of community initiatives will complement this year’s Hastings International Piano Competition.

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Contractor for Exceat Bridge project announced

THE CONTRACTOR tasked with building a new bridge that will help improve traffic flow on a busy East Sussex route has been announced. East Sussex County Council have awarded the contract for the new two-lane structure at Exceat to Jackson Civil Engineering Group. The company, experienced in bridge an...

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Calling All Animal Adventurers This February Half Term at The Beacon

Families are invited to step into a magical Story Garden this February half term as The Beacon launches a free indoor treasure trail inspired by the Reading Agency’s Winter Reading Challenge. Running throughout half term week, the Beacon Story Garden Trail transforms the shopping centre into an ad...

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Warning as dogs become 'severely unwell' after walks in Eastbourne

An Eastbourne vet practice has issued a warning to pet owners after several dogs became ‘severely unwell’ following walks in Hampden Park.

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Manchester City fan who committed ‘unprovoked assault’ on Brighton supporter given Football Banning Order

A Manchester City fan who committed an ‘unprovoked assault’ on a Brighton supporter has been given a Football Banning Order, according to a Sussex Police press release.

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Home Instead Eastbourne and Hailsham celebrates Outstanding CQC rating for second time

Home Instead Eastbourne and Hailsham is celebrating after being awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for the second time, with four out of five categories now rated as Outstanding.

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Award recognises quick growth of walking football across Sussex

The Southern Combination Walking Football League has won an award.

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Home Instead Eastbourne and Hailsham celebrates Outstanding CQC rating for the second time

Home Instead Eastbourne and Hailsham is celebrating after being awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for the second time, with four out of five categories now rated as Outstanding.

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New East Sussex College Apprenticeship Targets Roofing Skills Shortage

A major new roofing apprenticeship programme will launch for the first time in East Sussex in September 2026, creating new routes into skilled employment while helping address a growing industry-wide skills shortage. The new Level 2 Roofer Apprenticeship, delivered by East Sussex College, comes afte...

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Calling all animal adventurers this February Half Term at The Beacon

Families are invited to step into a magical Story Garden this February half term as The Beacon launches a free indoor treasure trail inspired by the Reading Agency’s Winter Reading Challenge.

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Eastbourne care home resident Barbara lends a helping hand to nursing team

At Coppice Court Care Home in Eastbourne, East Sussex, residents are finding meaningful ways to stay active and engaged, and Barbara Dalby is a shining example. Recently, Barbara spent time assisting one of the home’s nurses, Tina Garibay, helping to sort and reorganise paperwork under guidance.

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New Wellbeing Hub for Old Town

PHASE 1 of the vision for Motcombe Community Pool is planned to open in Spring –  a big step forward for this much-loved community space. It will see the former Caretaker’s house transformed into a Wellbeing and Health Hub, featuring consulting and workshop spaces and a modern, well-equ...