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Eastbourne's Jill Parker, MBE, 82, steps down from JPK Project after nearly 50 years of community work

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Last November, Eastbourne Youth Radio (EYR) celebrated 25 years on air and broadcast 75+ hours of live radio on 87.7FM over four days – giving students from Eastbourne and nearby towns aged 5–19 the chance to step behind the mic and be heard. Students took part in live broadcasts, intervie...

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Do you have a problem that affects your bones, joints or muscles?

East Sussex MSK Community Partnership (ESMSK) is your local NHS service for people living with bone, joint and muscle problems — known as musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. We also support people managing long-term pain or rheumatology conditions. Did you know? MSK conditions affect around one in t...

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Hallmark Willingdon Park Manor to Host Dementia Support Event

Families across Eastbourne are invited to a special dementia support event at Hallmark Willingdon Park Manor on Thursday 16th July, offering practical advice and reassurance for anyone affected by dementia. Hosted by Dementia Practitioner Mark Arrowsmith, the event is designed for anyone living with...

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Jill Parker, MBE, 82, steps down – true Community Stalwart

A woman who fought for almost 50 years to improve the lives of people with learning disabilities has finally decided to take life easier aged 82. Jill Parker MBE has stood down as Chair of Trustees at The JPK Project, in Church Street, Old Town, Eastbourne. She hosted a Thank You party on Saturday...

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First-ever Brighton Queer Prom is launched

Hosted by Allsorts Youth

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Eastbourne Choral Society and Phoenix Choir join forces

Summer concert

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Fans react to Eastbourne Tennis rain cancellation - 'I couldn't be more disappointed'

Tennis fans have reacted to Eastbourne Open’s cancellation on Saturday (June 27).

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Eastbourne Armed Forces Day in 70 pictures

Armed Forces Day was celebrated on Saturday, June 27, attracting crowds to Five Acre Field in Eastbourne, as the town honoured veterans and active military personnel.

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Reid and de Groot claim wheelchair titles at Eastbourne

Top seed Gordon Reid became the second Brit to win the Lexus Eastbourne Open men's wheelchair singles title after beating his countryman Ben Bartram 6-0, 6-3 in the WC500 title decider at Devonshire Park.

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Eastbourne Tennis 2026: Zizou Bergs claims maiden title in rain delayed final

Belgian triumphs in rain-delayed men’s singles final at Devonshire Park

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LTA issue Eastbourne Tennis ticket refund details after finals day rain

Eastbourne Open 2026 men’s singles final update

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Jools Holland set for Eastbourne date

Also coming up: Country By Candlelight

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Hastings audiences to decide guilty or innocent in courtroom drama

You in the audience decide!

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Eastbourne Tennis: LTA make finals day decision as rain suspends Humbert vs Bergs

Eastbourne Tennis 2026: finals day from Devonshire Park

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Hailsham Academy – MARK Education Trust Seeks Skilled Professionals to Support School Governance 

MARK Education Trust is inviting professionals from across the local community to consider joining its Board of Trustees, supporting the strategic leadership and long-term success of its schools.  Strong governance plays a vital role in ensuring that schools deliver high-quality education and pos...

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THE happy smiles of Rotary in Eastbourne!

Many people ask what is Rotary, what does it do, and who belongs to it? Well, the two Rotary Clubs in Eastbourne came together at the Eastbourne Community Awards for the Rotary Excellence Award. The Award was won by the amazing team at Radio DGH. Pictured is Fran Moore-Khan, President of Eastbourne ...

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24 great photos as Madison Keys wins Eastbourne Open for third time

Madison Keys is Eastbourne’s tennis champion for a third time – after defeating Tatjana Maria in an historic Lexus Open women's singles final at a packed Devonshire Park.

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JPK Sussex and Sasbah Summer Fair was held on Saturday – and was a resounding success

The purpose of the event was awareness and fundraising for the charity situated at 39-41 Church Street, Old Town, Eastbourne, and share information about the local Learning Disability population. The JPK Sussex Project is dedicated to helping people with learning disabilities and their families. It ...

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Historic Birth for Drusillas as Fourth Generation Saki Monkey Arrives

A rare baby saki monkey born at Drusillas Park is making history, becoming the fourth generation of the same saki monkey family to be born at the Sussex zoo. The infant arrived on 17th May to first-time parents Twiggy and Pires, cementing Drusillas’ long-standing success in caring for this fascina...