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Mayor of Polegate Visits Charity Partner at Arlington Bluebell Walk
This morning, the Mayor of Polegate was delighted to visit his chosen charity partner for his mayoral year, East Sussex Wildlife Rescue, at the beautiful Arlington Bluebell Walk. East Sussex Wildlife Rescue are attending the event today and tomorrow, working to raise vital funds and awareness for th...
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Polegate Mayor Attends Sussex Mayors’ Association Spring Meeting
Polegate’s Mayor, Councillor Dan Dunbar, today attended the Sussex Mayors’ Association Spring Meeting and Luncheon, joining fellow civic leaders from across the county for an afternoon of reflection, collaboration, and shared experiences. The event brought together mayors and civic representativ...
Drusillas Park announces exciting expansion with new Trampoline Park venture in Heathfield
Drusillas Park is delighted to announce the expansion of its attraction’s portfolio with the acquisition of Urban Jump, a well-established trampoline park in Heathfield. This addition marks an exciting new chapter for the renowned zoo Park, further strengthening its presence across East Sussex. Th...
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Mayor of Polegate visits charity partner at Arlington Bluebell Walk
This morning, the Mayor of Polegate was delighted to visit his chosen charity partner for his mayoral year, East Sussex Wildlife Rescue, at the beautiful Arlington Bluebell Walk.
Polegate mayor attends Sussex Mayors’ Association Spring Meeting
Polegate’s Mayor, Councillor Dan Dunbar, today attended the Sussex Mayors’ Association Spring Meeting and Luncheon, joining fellow civic leaders from across the county for an afternoon of reflection, collaboration, and shared experiences.
Eastbourne mum runs marathon for children’s heart charity in memory of her daughter Marnie
Amy Letts, 40, of Sorrel Drive, Eastbourne is hoping to raise £3000 for the Evelina Children’s Heart Organisation (ECHO) when she runs the TCS London Marathon on 26 April 2026.
Plans submitted to demolish fire-ravaged Moira House School building
A planning application to demolish and rebuild a fire-ravaged building at Moira House School has been submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council (EBC).
Sussex Morris dancer to run London Marathon in full Morris kit
Hastings-based Rhys Boorman, 33, a keen Morris dancer and runner, hopes to beat the world record for someone dressed as a Morris dancer at the London Marathon on April 26.
Supermarket Sweep-style trolley dash raffle prize at new Eastbourne store
Iceland Foods has announced that it will be opening a new The Food Warehouse store in Eastbourne.
Carry On Arcade: Shop owner to host ‘unforgettable’ summer festival on Eastbourne seafront
The owner of a popular Eastbourne shop is hosting a festival on the seafront this summer.
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111 Places in Hastings & Rye That You Shouldn't Miss
After success with 111 Places in Chichester and West Sussex That You Shouldn't Miss, Sussex-based journalist/writer Norman Miller has now penned 111 Places in Hastings & Rye That You Shouldn't Miss.
Seniors Greensomes pairs success at Lottbridge
38 Seniors took part in a Greensomes competition on a lovely bright day. A slightly chilly start warmed up beautifully by lunchtime. The course is getting back to normal but, unfortunately, the greens had just been hollow tined making putting very “interesting”. Nevertheless, some excellent scor...
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Savage comedy tackles taboo topics within the queer community
Theatre-maker Alexis Gregory was cruelly hacked – one of the starting points for his savage new comedy SMOKE which also tackles taboo topics within the queer community.
Living Histories exhibition shares real-life stories of seldom heard voices from across Sussex
Real-life stories of seldom heard voices across Sussex have been captured for a touring exhibition highlighting living histories.
Eastbourne Retro: Look back at when HMS Puncher sailed to Eastbourne
Take a look back at when HMS Puncher sailed to Eastbourne.
Sussex crew member to take on world’s toughest rowing race
Team Nautilus, a six strong ocean rowing crew, is preparing to take on the GB Row Challenge 2026, widely regarded as the world’s toughest rowing race. Departing from Tower Bridge, London, the team will attempt to row more than 2,000 miles unsupported around the entire coastline of Great Britain ...
Person ‘found deceased' at cliffs near Eastbourne
A person has been ‘found deceased’ at cliffs near Eastbourne, Sussex Police said.
And they're off... Stone Cross care home residents enjoy Grand National
Residents and staff at Sycamore Grove care home in Stone Cross studied the form and had their bets at the ready for the 2026 Grand National, which ran on Saturday 11 April.
Eastbourne Borough Council criticised over changes to tourism information
Eastbourne Borough Council is facing criticism over changes to the town’s tourism information services.
Planning round-up: The latest applications submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council
These are the planning applications submitted to Eastbourne Borough Council during the week starting April 5.