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12 Sussex eyesores and derelict buildings we would love to see restored in 2026

Explore derelict buildings across Sussex that we would love to see restored in 2026.

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Bexhill’s multi-award-winning Poppyseed Bakery unveils stunning new look for 2026 – with a surprising Great British Bake Off link

Multi-award-winning Poppyseed Bakery in Bexhill is ringing in 2026 with a brand-new look.

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Police carry out crime prevention leaflet drops following burglary reports in Eastbourne

Sussex Police carried out crime prevention leaflet drops following burglary reports in Eastbourne.

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Hailsham woman ‘incredibly honoured’ to be awarded British Empire Medal for services to further education

A Hailsham woman has said she is ‘incredibly honoured’ to have been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the King’s New Year Honours.

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East Sussex County Council to consider policy on 'responsible use of AI'

East Sussex County Council could be set to adopt a formal policy on ‘the responsible use of AI’.

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Sussex veteran marksmen still competing at highest level

Both young and not so young Sussex marksmen are still competing nationally in the National intercounty competitions and the oldies are showing that there's nothing like experience when it comes to maintaining standards.

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Residents at Polegate care home prepare for RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

Residents at HC-One’s The Polegate Care Home in Polegate, East Sussex, have been getting creative as they prepared to take part in the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch.

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Man faces manslaughter charge over man’s death in Eastbourne

A man faces a manslaughter charge over a man’s death in Eastbourne, says Sussex Police.

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Pedestrianisation works on Eastbourne road 'to be completed by end of the month', Eastbourne BID confirms

Pedestrianisation works on a road in Eastbourne are to be ‘completed by end of the month’, Eastbourne BID has confirmed.

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East Sussex non-profit clears more than 500kg of debris from coast amid shipping container 'disaster'

A non-profit organisation said it has cleared more than 500 kilograms of debris from the East Sussex coast amid a shipping container ‘disaster’.

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‘Sustained operational pressures’ continue at Eastbourne hospital

‘Sustained operational pressures’ continue at Eastbourne District General Hospital after a ‘business continuity incident’ was declared by the East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

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Sacks of onions wash up at East Sussex beauty spots — efforts ongoing to clean-up debris from shipping containers

Sacks of onions have washed up at several East Sussex beauty spots as a clean-up operation gets underway.

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Winnie the Pooh comes to life as iconic Sussex forest celebrates his centenary

Ashdown Forest in Sussex is effectively the birthplace of loveable bear Winnie the Pooh and the inspiration for the characters created by A.A Milne that generations have taken to their hearts.

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Bear-y Special Day as Drusillas Becomes the ‘Hundred Acre Zoo’ For Pooh’s 100th

As Winnie the Pooh fans around the world prepare to celebrate ‘Winnie the Pooh Day’ on 18th January, a little bit of Hundred Acre Wood magic landed in one Sussex Zoo. Drusillas Park, located just a short distance from Pooh Corner in Hartfield, the place synonymous with A.A. Milne’s beloved bea...

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Eastbourne Borough Council thank volunteers who have helped in beach clean-up

Eastbourne Borough Council have thanked volunteers who have helped clean up the beach in the town after a shipping container washed ashore.

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Extreme fun alert as Exciting Science returns to The Royal Hippodrome this February half term

Families in Eastbourne are in for a treat this February half term as the hugely popular children’s show Exciting Science returns to The Royal Hippodrome Theatre for two explosive performances on Sunday 22nd February.

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Buzz of hope as Sussex leads the way in pollinators campaign – but charity calls on everyone to help fill the gaps

With the countryside's beauty and health under serious threat, Sussex is leading the way in a campaign to connect pollinator-friendly habitats across the nation.

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Campaigners 'continuing to press' for heritage lamp posts to remain in Eastbourne town centre

Campaigners are 'continuing to press' for 13 barley sugar lamp posts to remain in Eastbourne’s town centre.

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Eastbourne Mayor to host tea party in support of charities

​The Mayor of Eastbourne is inviting people to a Charity Tea Party to raise funds for two local good causes. The event, including a delicious cream tea and live entertainment from Eastbourne musician Rick Bonner, will be held at The View Hotel on the seafront, starting at 3pm on Sunday, February 2...

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'Currently being monitored' - Coastguard issues update after more shipping containers discovered in Sussex

The Coastguard has issued an update, amid a developing situation involving shipping containers in Sussex.