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Lucy Bronze nets winner as Chelsea wrap up another Womens Super League title
Lucy Bronze headed a second-half winner as Chelsea clinched their sixth successive Womens Super League title with a 1-0 victory at Manchester United..
King shares how his cancer experience brought very best of humanity into focus
The King has poignantly reflected on his experience of cancer, saying it had brought into sharp focus the very best of humanity and telling cancer charities: You have my whole familys deepest admiration and gratitude..
Video of the moment totemic Sycamore Gap tree was cut down played in court
Mobile phone footage of the moment the famous Sycamore Gap tree was cut down and fell on to Hadrians Wall has been played to jurors..
Paedophile ex scout leader jailed for 46 years
Richard Burrows spent 27 years on the run.
Police investigating Marks Spencer cyber attack
The Metropolitan Police is investigating a cyber attack on Marks and Spencer which has seen the retailer face major disruption..
William and Kate on Isle of Mull
Visit aimed at supporting rural projects.
Sycamore Gap tree accused in court
Two men deny the charges .
Man suspected of carrying out Leeds crossbowattack has died
Two women were injured .
No criminal charges following ice hockey death
Adam Johnson was playing for Nottingham Panthers when he was hit .
Flats evacuated as 100 firefighters tackle substation blaze in west London
Around 80 people have been evacuated from their homes after a fire broke out at an electrical substation in west London..
Bone marrow tests double survival time for blood cancer patients trial finds
A highly sensitive test that detects traces of disease in the bone marrow of patients with a rare and aggressive type of blood cancer could help double their chances of survival, a first-of-its-kind trial has found..
William and Kates wedding anniversary trip begins with community halls funding
The Prince and Princess of Waless foundation is to provide funds to refurbish two community halls on a Scottish island where they will spend their 14th wedding anniversary..
Chancellor Reeves warned of tough trade offs ahead of spending review
Rachel Reeves has been warned that tough trade-offs await her at this summers spending review, as she has been urged to prioritise investment that boosts public services and standards for families..
Sex offenders to be denied refugee protection in UK under law change
Migrants convicted of sexual offences will be unable to claim asylum in the UK under a change in the law aimed at tightening border security..
Leeds turn on the style to return to the top of the Championship
Leeds edged back in front in the Sky Bet Championship title race after turning on the style to beat play-off chasing Bristol City 4-0 in a carnival atmosphere at Elland Road..
Runcorn Helsby by election Who are the candidates
A total of 15 candidates are standing in the by-election.
Keir Starmer hosts Palestinian leader as Government unveils 101m in support
Sir Keir Starmer has hosted the head of the Palestinian Authority as the UK Government announced a £101 million funding package for the occupied territories in a show of the UKs steadfast support..
Major power cut reported across Spain and Portugal
A major power cut hit Spain and Portugal on Monday, including their capitals, knocking out subway networks, phone lines, traffic lights and ATM machines..
Conclave to elect new pope will start on May 7
Catholic cardinals have set May 7 as the starting date for the conclave to elect Pope Franciss successor, delaying the secret voting for two days to help them get to know one another better and find consensus on a candidate before they are sequestered in the Sistine Chapel..
Teenager admits stabbing 15 year old to death at Sheffield school
A 15-year-old boy has admitted killing another teenager who was stabbed with a hunting knife at a school..
Local News
Universal Credit change brings £420 boost to over a million households
This Universal Credit change could help over a million households
Home insurance prices are dropping - but Martin Lewis says we should be careful
Martin Lewis has issued three need-to-knows for anyone with a home insurance renewal due, for buildings or contents.
The 7 houseplants that will cool your home down for free
Discover the seven houseplants that will help cool your house down for free, including aloe vera and a spider plant.
DVSA makes 'long-awaited' driving licence change which could help thousands
Labour Party Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has announced plans to tackle the backlog of driving tests, with the aim of boosting numbers by 10,000 a month.
Award-winning networking community offers free memberships to women in business
Co-Women is providing sponsored memberships to ensure every woman can connect and thrive.
Brighton Festival to celebrate female talent with dedicated day
Brighton Festival will celebrate female talent this year with a dedicated day at The Old Market
Care provider rebrands and launches new chapter with event
The rebranding was celebrated at an official launch open day
Community centre hosts afternoon of cream tea and conversation
St Vincent’s Brighton (Tower House) invites locals to a community cream tea event on May 29, offering a delicious afternoon of conversation and connection for £6.50 per person
Town set to receive funding boost of up to £20m to help regenerate
The funding will be given to the town over the next 10 years as part of the government's Plan for Neighbourhoods
Council launches £360k grant scheme for community projects
There are two types of grants available
Soap company marks 25th anniversary
The English Soap Company in Waldron, Sussex, celebrates 25 years of success with MP Nusrat Ghani recognising its achievements, awards, and community contributions
TV star will kick off role in The Girl on the Train in Brighton
Laura Whitmore will star as Rachel Watson in the new UK tour of The Girl on the Train, launching at Brighton’s Theatre Royal on June 4, 2025, ahead of a nationwide run
Students from specialist music college to perform at train station
Students from SupaJam, a specialist music college in Hove, will perform at Hove station on April 30 to raise money for the National Autistic Society during Autism Appreciation Month.
Tributes paid to Penny Iveson, tireless Brighton campaigner for justice and equality
If you ever met Penny Iveson, even once, you would remember her. Tall, elegant with a shock of red hair falling below her shoulders. It wasn’t just her appearance that made an indelible mark. It was also the fire in her belly for social justice, particularly the rights of women, that is unforgettable. Very sadly last week we lost Penny after a long battle with cancer that, earlier, saw the loss of the locks of her hair. But cancer could not blunt that fighting spirit.
Sustainable social housing showcase opens in Brighton
A new sustainable social housing showcase has opened in Brighton
Farm animals brought in to help with grounds maintenance
Headway Sussex in Newick has partnered with My Little Farm to introduce farm animals for conservation grazing.
The three seaside piers in Sussex crowned among the greatest in Britain
The Telegraph has compared the 60 seaside piers across the country to find the best.
Thousands attend spring event with livestock, vintage cars and funfair
Thousands attended Spring Live! 2025 at Ardingly’s South of England Showground, enjoying animal encounters, crafts, competitions, and family entertainment across a packed spring weekend.
Group of horses captured running across Sussex coast
Horse riders were seen enjoying a run across the seafront.
Town's arts scene set to be boosted by £100,000 funding injection
The money will be used to support a range of creative events across the town