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The Grub Club – the town’s newest vegan hotspot – is serving up serious flavour in The Enterprise Centre
EASTBOURNE’S culinary scene just got a whole lot greener. The Grub Club, the town’s newest vegan hotspot, is at the Enterprise Shopping Centre – and it’s serving up serious flavour.Brought to life by the passion and drive of Chloe, who at just 23 is building a culinary empire in Eastbourne, ...
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‘Tweed’ is a long established, affordable care home in Silverdale Road
ARE you looking for a home from home for a loved one or yourself? Finding the right care home environment is so much more than a checklist of facilities. It is a very personal experience that directly impacts quality of life, wellbeing and overall happiness.The Emilie Galloway Home of Rest, known as...
Polegate Residents’ Association Enjoys Festive Christmas Trip to Ruxley Manor
The Polegate Residents’ Association kicked off the festive season with a successful Christmas trip to Ruxley Manor, where members enjoyed the centre’s renowned Christmas displays, seasonal shopping, and a warm community atmosphere. Residents spent the day exploring the beautifully decorated gard...
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Former Sussex Police staff member charged with possession of child sexual abuse material
A former member of Sussex Police staff has been charged with possession of child sexual abuse material.
New Sussex CD aims at "changing the tune" around dementia
By Melvyn Walmsley - Sussex folk living with dementia change perceptions by writing, composing and performing their ‘Murmuration’ song album
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Four artists showing their latest works at Lewes exhibition
Four artists are showing their latest works at an exhibition that opens on Thursday 4th December at WaterCourt, 65 High Street, Lewes – hosted by Lewes-based Tapestry.
Officers, staff and volunteers recognised at Chief Constable's Annual Awards in East Sussex
An East Sussex police officer who ‘goes above and beyond’ including ‘inspiring the next generation to join the force’ has been named as Police Officer of the Year in the Chief Constable’s Annual Awards.
Walking and Talking – it’s the Polegate Ramblers
By Judy Kemp After too many weeks of not being able to walk with the group due to a health issue, I know the impact of not being able to walk with other ramblers on a weekly basis. It is not easy when you cannot join in knowing all of your friends are enjoying their walks and you ...
Every great adventure begins with a single, bold step – East Sussex College HE students graduate
East Sussex College Higher Education (HE) students proudly celebrated their graduation at The Grand Hotel in Eastbourne on 11th November, marking the culmination of years of dedication, creativity, and achievement across a wide range of disciplines. Graduates received awards across a wide range of s...
Eastbourne author releases new poetry collection to benefit Eastbourne Foodbank
Eastbourne author Gabrielle (Gabi) Yetter has released her new poetry collection, Dancing With The Moon. This is Yetter’s second poetry book, following And The Clouds Parted (2022), which was written during the Covid lockdown. All profits from the new collection will be donated to Eastbourne Foodb...
Local Voices: Eastbourne’s Community Ideas Drive Next Steps
Neighbourhood and Youth Board workshops inspire £10,000-per-ward investment in community-led projects Residents and young people across Eastbourne have come together through a series of Neighbourhood and youth workshops hosted by the Eastbourne Neighbourhood Board (ENB) and local councillors. The i...
LAST REMAINING TICKETS FOR ROBERT PLANT AT THE CONGRESS THEATRE – BOOK NOW!
ROBERT PLANT WITH SAVING GRACE PLUS SUPPORT Congress Theatre, Eastbourne Tuesday 9 December 2025 Grab the last remaining tickets for Robert Plant and Saving Grace featuring Suzi Dian at the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne 9 December. Robert and his band will play songs from the new album, primarily cla...
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Lewes exhibition explores the genius of the Surrealists
Lewes’ Star Brewery Gallery is offering its biggest exhibition of the year, showcasing original prints by Dalí, Magritte, Miró, and Chagall in collaboration with The Hidden Gallery (until November 30, open daily 11am–4pm).
Bumper season of Christmas films coming up in Hastings
It’s going to be an Electric Christmas as the Electric Palace offers its festive season in Hastings.
Sussex town is last place in England to uphold old tradition
People will be able to watch the old custom of Catterning and Clemmening being re-enacted in Hastings, East Sussex tonight (Friday November 28).
Scores of children bring The Nutcracker to the Eastbourne stage
Around 65 children and seven adults make up the cast as Eastbourne-based South Coast Ballet bring The Nutcracker to the town’s Congress Theatre on Sunday, December 7 (tickets from the venue).
Seaford Christmas Magic event postponed due to 'weather concerns'
Seaford’s Christmas Magic event has been postponed due to ‘weather concerns’.
In Pictures: Five-bed Eastbourne house set within ‘extensive secluded grounds and gardens’ listed for sale
Take a look inside thus five-bed house in Eastbourne set within ‘extensive secluded grounds and gardens’ that has been listed for sale on Zoopla.
Charlotte’s 10 years at Chailey Heritage Foundation – mum Mariel and friend Susie embark on a hiking challenge across the Northern Lake District
Eastbourne mum Mariel and friend Susie embarked on a hiking challenge across the Northern Lake District. It was to raise funds for Chailey Heritage Foundation, which has now supported Charlotte for 10 years. Mariel said: “We are aiming to raise money to mark her ten incredible years at ChaileyH...
Public toilets – such as those at Helen Gardens – will remain ‘gender neutral’
EASTBOURNE Tories have failed in their bid to protect single-sex toilets and changing rooms for women and girls. The motion – at Full Council on Wednesday evening – would have required the council to provide separate single-sex facilities in all council-owned buildings and to use its influence w...