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East Wittering set to welcome a free pop-up soup kitchen, thanks to UK Harvest
This initiative is designed to provide those in need with a nutritious meal, a warm space away from the cold, and a chance to forge new friendships.
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Appeal after collision outside Haywards Heath hospital
An 80-year-old pedestrian has been seriously injured in a collision with a blue Honda Civic outside the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath.
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Worthing fishing industry is getting a major boost.
The Borough Council has worked with the community of independent commercial fishermen to draw up plans to transform the town’s unutilised rotunda into a new facility where they can prepare and sell their fresh fish.
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Horsham teenager who wished to carry out a ‘terror week’ jailed for six years
A teenage neo-Nazi from Horsham, who manipulated vulnerable girls into self-harm, has been sentenced to six years in prison.
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Valentines Piano Concert to light up Chichester Cathedral
One of the world’s top pianists will perform at Chichester Cathedral on Valentine's night. Richard Uttley’s music will include Beethoven Sonatas, Gershwin’s Embraceable You, and many others—all performed in the flickering glow of hundreds of candles on stage at the Cathedral.
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Plans for revamp of Hayling Island seafront
Major plans to demolish a Hayling Island amusement park and café and build houses and shops in their place have been submitted to council planning chiefs.
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Appeal for information after woman injured in collision near Bognor
A woman remains in hospital following a crash near Bognor. Officers were called to a two-vehicle collision on the B2166 in Lower Bognor Road in Aldwick at around 1:20pm last Saturday.
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Armed police called to Lakeside Holiday Park in Chichester
Armed police have been sent to Lakeside Holiday Park in Chichester following reports of firearms being shot.
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County Council leader calls on the government to reconsider farming Inheritance Tax changes
The leader of West Sussex County Council is calling on the government to reconsider changes to Inheritance Tax which he claims will have a ‘devastating impact on many family farms’.
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Worthing council leadership agrees to sale of Union Place to allow speedier construction of new homes
Worthing Borough Council’s cabinet members have voted to speed up the construction of 216 new homes at Union Place, by agreeing to negotiate the sale of the land to housebuilder Roffey Homes.
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Major disparity in special needs education in Sussex
Recent statistics reveal a significant disparity in the support for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Sussex.
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New specialist secure welfare children’s home proposed for Stubbington
Hampshire County Council has announced plans to develop a new specialist secure welfare facility for children at the Stubbington Study Centre site in Fareham.
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Appeal after cannabis plants discovered at Brighton fire
Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses after cannabis plants were discovered at the scene of a fire in Brighton.
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Fire crews respond to Southbourne fire
Fire crews have responded to a blaze in Southbourne.
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Boy, 15, charged with two counts of attempted murder
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with two counts of attempted murder.
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Help for pensioners in Adur & Worthing
Pensioners who are not eligible for Winter Fuel Payments are being offered support by Adur & Worthing Councils.
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Portsmouth counselling service funding plea
An abuse and rape counselling service in Portsmouth may close its doors in March due to funding challenges.
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Appeal after a boy is seriously injured in Firle collision
One month on from a major collision on the A27, a Sussex teenager remains in hospital.
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Investigation begins into pub fire in Goring
Sussex Police suspect arson might be the cause of a significant fire at the Yeoman pub in Goring, which occurred on Sunday.
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Imagine coming across a bag full of big spiders!
An RSPCA animal centre has rehomed 10 tarantulas who were abandoned in freezing temperatures in Lewes.
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Portsmouth small business grant returns to support local business growth
Portsmouth City Council has launched the third round of the Portsmouth Match Fund.
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Police release CCTV image of Southbourne shoplifting suspects
Police investigating shoplifting in Southbourne have issued CCTV images of a man and a woman they want to speak to.
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Devolution of councils in the South
Council's have voted to accept the Labour government's plans for devolution, but what does it actually mean for residents, and what are the reasons behind it.
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Work to bring Zachary Merton Hospital in Rustington up to scratch will cost £8m
The hospital closed temporarily in November 2023, after water leaks were found, along with damaged ceilings and issues with the heating system.
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A pub in Cocking says they are doing all they can to stay open.
The Blue Bell Community Hub, which owns the Blue Bell pub near Midhurst, needs to raise £30,000, which they say is essential to allowing the pub to survive, using it to pay off debt and attracting new and experienced tenants.
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Rise in drink and drug drivers arrested in Sussex Police Christmas campaign
Sussex Police have made 270 arrests during the annual winter campaign to tackle drink and drug driving.
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Pedestrian seriously injured in Arundel collision
Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious collision in Walberton, Arundel.
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VIDEO: Dog and 35 puppies rescued from abandoned caravan
A woman who left 35 puppies and a dog in a dilapidated caravan covered in faeces and without food or water in Sussex has been given a suspended sentence over numerous animal welfare offences.
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Expansion concerns for Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport has raised alarms over the financial viability of its expansion plans, highlighting the substantial costs involved in relocating residents potentially affected by the development.
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Major expansion for Rolls Royce in Chichester
Chichester's economy is poised for a substantial boost, thanks to Rolls Royce's plans to expand its facility.
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A man has been found not guilty of murder after a death at a pub in Chichester
57-year-old David Hallett died from blunt force head injury after being punched at The Dolphin and Anchor last June.
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Woman assaulted by two men in a Brighton road
Police are appealing for information after it was reported that two men in Brighton assaulted a woman.
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There’s a recruitment drive in West Sussex to hire full-time firefighters.
The County Council says the application process is open to candidates from all backgrounds who would be proud to serve the community and make a difference in people’s lives.
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Winter Weather Advisory: Yellow Snow Warning Issued for Southern England
People across the South are advised to prepare for winter weather today as the Met Office has issued a yellow warning for snow, cautioning that disruptions could continue until midnight.
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Appeal following stabbing in Crawley
A man has been taken to hospital after a stabbing in Crawley.
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Campaign launches in West Sussex to get people to watch what they drink
A new public health campaign is encouraging people in West Sussex to ‘Call the Shots on Alcohol’.
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Appeal to identify two men in connection with arson in Wick
Police investigating a report of arson have released CCTV images of two men they wish to speak with.
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Early cancer detection rates soar in Sussex
Cancer early detection rates in Sussex have reached their highest level ever, according to recent NHS data.
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Consultation into cutting pupil numbers at two West Sussex schools
Plans to reduce the pupil intake at two West Sussex schools are part of a consultation which closes on January 10.
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Hit and run in Hambrook near Chichester
A 30-year-old man has been taken to hospital after sustaining a serious injury in a collision that occurred in Hambrook, near Chichester.
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Southern Water spends over £1M on new vehicles
Southern Water has announced an investment of over £1M in a new fleet of 4x4 vehicles, enhancing its ability to service remote and difficult-to-access areas.
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Hospital which serves Crawley, Horsham, and East Grinstead declares critical incident
East Surrey Hospital in Redhill, the primary healthcare facility serving the communities of Crawley, Horsham, and East Grinstead, has declared a "critical incident" due to a significant surge in winter viruses. This increase in patient numbers has placed considerable strain on the hospital's resources, prompting immediate changes to hospital protocols and the rescheduling of some non-urgent appointments to manage the crisis more effectively.
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East Sussex County councillors to discuss reorganisation plans
County councillors are set to hold a meeting to discuss proposals for a major reorganisation of local government.
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Man charged with abduction and rape in Brighton
A man has been charged with the abduction and rape of a 13-year-old girl following an investigation in Brighton.
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Demand remains high for ambulance service
South East Coast Ambulance Service answered more than 3,000 calls on Boxing Day and 3 calls every minute on New Year's Eve and Day.
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Flood, rain and snow warnings start 2025
Sussex is on the path to recovery after enduring a stormy New Year's Day, marked by substantial rainfall and fierce winds. The inclement weather, which included gusts strong enough to uproot trees, had significant impacts on local infrastructure and safety measures.