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Updates after crash closes main road
A crash on the A24 has closed the road.
Cordon lifted after unexploded ordnance dealt with by bomb squad
A road was closed and a cordon put in place while a bomb squad team dealt with an unexploded ordnance.
An exquisite and thoroughly indulgent afternoon tea at The Grand Hotel Eastbourne
This year, The Grand Eastbourne celebrates its 150th anniversary, writes Nick Mosley, and maintains a crown of being one of only two 5-star full service hotels with direct sea views on the south coast of England.
Man seriously injured in suspected town centre stabbing
A man was seriously injured in a suspected stabbing in Eastbourne.
Man and woman die following incident at property
A man and a woman have died following an incident at a property in Bexhill, Sussex Police have confirmed.
Prince Harry says he doesn’t know ‘how much longer my father has’
In a BBC interview, Prince Harry said King Charles 'won’t speak to me because of this security stuff'
Recap: Road closed as bomb squad called to 'unexploded ordnance'
Queens Road in Arundel has been closed due to an unexploded ordnance.
Live: Heightened police presence following death of man and woman
There is a heightened police presence in a residential area in Bexhill following an incident.
Camera Club photographers capture structures across Sussex
Photos capture different structures from across Sussex.
'Impressive' Sussex beach tipped as a 'hidden alternative' to spot in Portugal
Staycation experts at Holiday Cottages have explored some of the world’s most popular beach destinations and suggested hidden UK alternatives.
If at first you don't succeed... move on to something else
What is it with May Day fetes? We risk hay fever, splurge £20 on a beef burger you have to stand to eat and feel a primeval urge to dance round a maypole.
Pop out and visit some stunning gardens in the National Garden Scheme this weekend
As you pick up your paper this weekend and read this column, I should be back at home, recovering from my knee replacement surgery. Well, that’s the plan. Let’s hope I’m back, fully on my feet and into the garden again soon!
Councillor criticises city council for a lack of support for transgender people
A councillor has hit out at the council for a lack of vocal support for trans and intersex people following a recent Supreme Court ruling
Postmistress, 82, has no plans to retire after 50 years of service
An 82-year-old postmistress has reached 50 years of service at her post office near Polegate
Festival returns this weekend after two year break
The St Ann’s Well Gardens Spring Festival is due to take place this weekend, after a two year break
Brighton Festival 2025: Here's what's happening this weekend
Brighton Festival 2025 opens on May 3 with a 5,000-strong Children’s Parade, guest director Anoushka Shankar, and a weekend of performances, parties, and community-led events.
New partnership announced by Brighton Gay Men's Chorus
Brighton Gay Men’s Chorus has partnered with HIV charity Lunch Positive for its 20th anniversary year.
Street food business that operates from American school bus makes award finals
A Brighton-based food truck is cooking up something big—it’s heading to the British Street Food Awards 2025 to compete with the best in the country.
City centre adorned with vibrant bunting and banners ahead of busy summer season
Brighton city centre has been adorned with bunting and banners ahead of the busy summer season.
Van serving seafood ice cream is coming to Brighton
Kraken Rum’s seafood gelato van, Sea Scoops, will serve free savoury ice cream cones in Brighton’s New Road on May 3 from 11.30am, pairing seafood with Kraken cocktails.