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Review: Obsession, Murder and Identity Theft, at the Devonshire Park Theatre
The Talented Mr. Ripley Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne From March 30th to Saturday, April 4th by Tony Flood Mark Leipacher deserves much credit for performing the difficult task of adapting Patricia Highsmith’s 1955 novel The Talented Mr. Ripley to a stage play. Leipacher, who also directs t...
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Sussex filming concludes on new comic book-themed thriller
Filming in Sussex has officially concluded on The Rebooted, a comic book-themed thriller marking the feature debut of Sussex-raised writer-director Matthew Rowney.
Anusha’s plea for the community to support St Wilfrid’s Hospice
This spring Anusha – whose mum was cared for by St Wilfrid’s Hospice in Eastbourne – is sharing her story and asking the local community to help fund a nurse for a year, so that more people can receive compassionate care at the end of their life. “My mum, Marianne, was my world – my greate...
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Anusha’s plea for the community to support St Wilfrid’s Hospice Eastbourne
This spring Anusha - whose mum was cared for by St Wilfrid’s Hospice in Eastbourne - is sharing her story and asking the local community to help fund a nurse for a year, so that more people can receive compassionate care at the end of their life.
Asking price for Eastbourne hotel reduced
A hotel in Eastbourne that has been up for sale since 2024 has had its asking price reduced.
Easter clashes could make or break Worthing’s National South title bid
Adam Hinshelwood says his Worthing players are relishing an Easter double that could make or break their National League South title dream.
Wealden Works: Bridging the Gap Between Education and Employment
The transition from education to employment can be particularly challenging for young people. Limited access to professional networks, fewer local opportunities, and a lack of confidence can leave many feeling disconnected from the working world. Wealden Works exists to change that reality. As a rur...
Local MP Josh Babarinde visits Sussex Footcare to support community healthcare
Local MP Josh Babarinde paid a visit to Sussex Footcare’s clinic on Crown Street as part of his ongoing efforts to support local businesses and community health services. During his visit to the Eastbourne clinic, Josh met with the team to learn more about the vital role podiatry services play in ...
East Sussex motorists banned after drink and drug-driving crackdown
Seven motorists from across East Sussex have been convicted in court following Sussex Police’s Christmas crackdown on drink and drug-driving.
Eastbourne car park to close due to 'safety concerns arising from large potholes and uneven surfaces'
A car park in Eastbourne is to close due to ‘safety concerns arising from large potholes and uneven surfaces’.
Positive signs, point rescued: Eastbourne Borough battle back to take point from Bath City
When a season has gone so dismally wrong, even a draw can feel like a victory.
East Sussex College Group allocated more than £2m in plan for ‘major upgrades’ across south east
East Sussex College Group has been allocated £2,445,631 in a plan to upgrade colleges across the south east.
O2 switches on next-generation 5G+ network for more than 830,000 residents in East Sussex, including Brighton, Lewes, Eastbourne and Hastings
O2 has announced it has switched on its next-generation 5G+ Standalone network for more than 830,000 residents in East Sussex.
Run Wednesdays' celebrates double female age group success in Cross Country League
There was plenty to celebrate at the last even in the East Sussex Sunday Cross Country League event last weekend. The team reflected in a highly successful season, with two impressive female age group award performances for Michaela Stringer and Mary Austin-Oulsen.
Eastbourne primary schooljoins in with Community Junior Park Run
Over50childrenfromStJohn’sMeadsCEPrimarySchool,representingaroundathirdofthewholeschool, joinedinwiththe2kJuniorParkRunon Eastbourne seafront on 22nd March 2026.
Eastbourne care home delight as emus take up residency
The team at Mortain Place, Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne, were delighted to find two Emu’s have taken up residency in their glorious gardens. It is well known the Emu, the world’s second largest bird, are flightless. These amazing creatures can grow to two metres tall. The soft fluffy grey feath...
Seniors' success at Lottbridge Golf Club
43 Members took part in the Lottbridge Golf Club Seniors Stableford. The weather was slightly overcast with very little wind and not too cold. The course is slowly improving thanks to Head Greenkeeper Matt and his crew.
Blistering fire-walk performance from Eastbourne rotarian Brian
Eastbourne rotarian Brian O’Neil walked on hot coals in memory of club colleague and local businessman, David Lambird. Brian, a member and former president of the Rotary Club of Eastbourne, was among a band of fund-raisers who took part in the St Wilfrid’s Firewalk. Brian’s blistering performa...
‘No means no’ – Sussex Police officer dismissed following sexual assault allegations
A Sussex Police officer has been dismissed without notice following allegations of sexual assault against another officer, according to a Sussex Police press release.
Political opinion with Josh Babarinde MP: Time for urgent change at County Hall
On 7th May, residents will have the chance to decide who should run East Sussex County Council.