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Retail Crime Running Riot Warns Labour As Shoplifting And Assaults Rise
Retail crime is “running riot” as shoplifting and assaults on staff have risen in the past year, Scottish Labour has said..
Police Facing Mountain Of Pressures As Millions Spent On Overtime Lib Dems
Police officers are facing a “mountain of pressures”, the Scottish Liberal Democrats have said as figures showed millions has been paid out in overtime..
Fatboy Slim Getting Sober Was Probably The Hardest Thing Ive Ever Done
Celebrity DJ Fatboy Slim has called his alcohol addiction a “parasite” and said getting sober was “probably the hardest thing I’ve ever done”..
Steve Clarke Departs As Scotland Boss
It follows Scotland's exit from the World Cup.
Steve Clarke Steps Down As Scotland Boss
It's after his side exited the World Cup, with three points in Group C.
England Progress To Last 32 In The World Cup
Thomas Tuchel's side won 2-0 to progress as group winners.
England Battle To Victory Over Stubborn Panama
Thomas Tuchel's side won 2-0 to progress as group winners.
Temperatures To Drop After Record Breaking Heatwave
Temperatures will drop with thunderstorm warnings issued following a heatwave that saw the record June temperature broken three days in a row..
England Boss Thomas Tuchel Confirms Reece James Will Miss Panama Clash
Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Reece James will miss England’s final group match and faces a race against time to be fit for their first World Cup knockout match..
Madonna Tight Lipped On Kylie Duet
Queen of Pop refuses to confirm if Kylie is on her new album.
Tories Pledge To Make Serving In The Reserve Service Tax Free
The Conservatives have pledged to make serving in the reserves tax free as part of plans to boost the size of Britain’s armed forces..
Newly Released Video Shows Henry Nowak Killer Lying To Police Officers
Further police body-worn video footage has been released showing Vickrum Digwa lying to officers that he had been “racially attacked” by student Henry Nowak..
Current UK Weather Conditions Perfect For A Surge In Mosquitoes
Current UK weather conditions are perfect for a surge in mosquitoes, leading to bites, an expert has warned..
Divers Revitalise Site Of Wrecked Georgian Warship
Volunteer divers have revitalised a dive trail to the site of a Georgian warship..
More Military Barracks To House Asylum Seekers As Home Office Shuts Hotels
The Home Office is planning to use more former military barracks to house thousands of asylum seekers in its quest to shut more hotels..
Clarence House To Remain Kings London Home When Buckingham Palace Work Complete
The King and Queen will not live at Buckingham Palace once almost £370 million of refurbishment work to make the landmark fit for purpose has been completed..
Swinney Hits Back At Baseless Claims Of SNP Cover Up Of Murrells Crimes
John Swinney has hit back at claims he was involved in an SNP cover-up of Peter Murrell’s crimes, with the First Minister insisting such suggestions are “utterly and totally baseless”..
Keir Starmer Focused On Living Costs And Orderly Transition In Final Weeks As PM
Sir Keir Starmer has signalled he is squarely focused on tackling the cost of living and remaining professional, despite turmoil at the top of Government..
Red Heat Warning Extended As UK Braced For More Record Breaking Temperatures
A rare red warning for extreme heat has been extended into Friday, as parts of the UK brace for more record-breaking temperatures..
Rachel Reeves Backing Andy Burnham As Next PM Despite Cabinet Speculation
Rachel Reeves says she is “backing” Andy Burnham to be the UK’s next prime minister amid speculation she could be replaced as Chancellor if he takes office..
Local News
Man suffers serious injuries in collision
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a man sustained serious injuries in a collision near Bexhill.
A-lister Jeff Goldblum says he might move to Brighton after record store visit
Hollywood A-lister Jeff Goldblum charmed more than 500 fans when he dropped in at Resident Music in Brighton to launch his new album
Emergency services tackle car fire
The fire took place on Wartling Road, in Eastbourne yesterday evening (May 7).
Recap: Disruption caused by train hitting tree
Train services are currently unable to run to or from Uckfield due to a train hitting an obstruction on the line.
Road reopens after investigation works following serious collision
The A259 was closed yesterday in both directions between the A27 Westham and the B2182 near Bexhill for investigation works, following a serious collision.
The award-winning 'wizard of skate' who runs a skate park in a Sussex town
Tom Johnston, founder of The Skate Farm in Haywards Heath, was named Bespoke Sports Coaching Service of the Year at the South England Prestige Awards 2025/26.
'This is a rare opportunity to transform an important part of the city'
I was very encouraged to read the article in Friday’s Argus regarding the proposed redevelopment of Pool Valley.
New partnership helps strengthen food support for people in need
A community partnership is helping secure vital food support for those most in need.
National park launches creative campaign to protect wildlife
The Take the Lead campaign has now been running for over a decade in the South Downs National Park, encouraging responsible dog walking in the countryside .
MP calls for nominations to celebrate outstanding community pubs
Alison Griffiths MP is inviting residents to help celebrate the pubs that sit at the heart of their communities.
Garden competition returns as residents invited to show off displays
The Haywards Heath IN BLOOM Committee are pleased to launch the 2026 Best Kept Garden Competition.
MP hosts charity roundtable to encourage collaboration and growth
Jess Brown-Fuller MP hosted a Charity Fundraising Roundtable, bringing together more than 50 CEOs, fundraisers and volunteers from local charities.
Pilates studio 'honoured' to be in new documentary with football royalty
Megs, founder of Casa de Aura in the high street, said she was honoured to be featured in the newly premiered series Destination World Cup 2026.
Brighton landmark to host once-in-a-lifetime dragon banquet
The world-famous Brighton Pavilion will host a once-in-a-lifetime dragon banquet on July 2, 2026, with tickets costing £195.
Big update on controversial plans for major holiday park redevelopment
The proposals had involved upgrading Medmerry Park in Earnley, a coastal site near The Witterings known for its close proximity to Chichester Harbour.
30-year-old dry cleaners with 'first class service' goes up for sale
Kleenest, in Furnace Parade, Crawley, is on the market for £69,995. The business has been under its current ownership for ten years.
Major expansion plans announced for school
The proposals, for Ingfield Manor School, would see the construction of three linked school buildings and a new sports hall and playground.
'Truly exceptional' newly-built mansion on sale for £4.25 million
Denning House, in Cuckfield, is listed with a guide price of £4.25 million and sits on six acres of private grounds, including woodland and a swimming pool.
Plan for extra homes on national park land reignites row
Despite nearly 400 objections to a plan for 30 homes near Lodge Lane in Keymer, Hassocks, it has not been dropped. In fact, 10 new homes have been added.
'He brought shame on the family and should've been jailed' - daughter of sex offender
The daughter of a man who sexually assaulted a girl has said he “brought shame on the family”.









































