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You can learn about foraging for food, and historical food preservations in Chichester this weekend.

People were treated to the stunning blue, green, and red colours of the Northern Lights last night.

A newly upgraded multi-sport facility is now available in Southsea, following a flooring and lighting refurbishment at the newly renamed Tom Prince Sports Centre and the sports hall at Priory School.

The MP for Bognor and Littlehampton has criticised government plans to introduce VAT on school fees, branding it a “tax on aspiration”. 

A new initiative has been launched to provide free, tailored support and coaching for independent retail and high street businesses across Chichester.

A volunteer youth worker from Crawley has been jailed for publishing hundreds of indecent images of children on social media.

Storm damage has forced the temporary closure of Worthing Pier as a safety precaution.

Residents in Florida are grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, which has caused widespread damage and disruption.

A prior approval application has been submitted to Chichester District Council regarding The Atrium, on Stockbridge Road.

Residents in Emsworth and Hayling Island have been cleaning up after violent winds caused widespread destruction.

Thieves have stolen £13,000 worth of cigarettes in Gosport.

Final decisions will soon be made on the future of some services in Hampshire.

Three months following the initial sewer blockage, the pungent smell of raw sewage still pervades Southwick.

Number plates were removed from cars in Downsview Road, Lansdowne Road, Mannor Road, and Rowlands Road between 9.30pm and 10.30pm on Friday, 4 October.

A man from Littlehampton has been charged in connection with a fatal collision on the M27.

Homes have been flooded in the village of Hellingly near Hailsham.

British Airways, which operates out of Gatwick to Florida, says it is monitoring Hurricane Milton, which is due to make landfall in the coming hours.

Tributes are pouring in for Declan Moody, a well-known figure in Chichester and Senior Community Warden, who has passed away.

A man has been arrested after a Jewish memorial was damaged in Palmeira Square, Hove.

West Sussex’s Chief Fire Officer has expressed her delight at the positive improvements noted in the latest inspection of the fire and rescue service, but admits there’s still work ahead.

Portsmouth City Council has strengthened its commitment to supporting residents by signing a Council of Sanctuary pledge.

State officials say the hurricane could be one of the worst to hit after parts of Florida are still recovering from the last one just a few weeks ago.

Southern Water has been ordered to refund £31 million to customers after missing crucial performance targets.

Councils across the South are making a push for more autonomy, with many considering transferring powers from central government.

For the second year running, the University of Chichester's Law School has been ranked first out of 112 institutions in the National Student Survey.

A 43-year-old man from Southampton has been charged with 14 counts of vehicle interference in the West End.

The West Sussex Waste Partnership is rolling out the next phase of its ‘Think Before You Throw’ campaign, featuring a fresh series of engaging animations.

In April, the borough council placed a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) on one false acacia and three silver maples, after RCP Parking Ltd said it planned to fell them.

Applications are currently being accepted for children who will be starting reception at primary and infant schools in West Sussex for the upcoming school year.

Portsmouth pensioners may receive financial assistance following government cuts to the winter fuel payment.

The 37-year-old woman was walking in Church Place on Saturday, the 25th of May, when the 17-year-old boy, whose name cannot be shared for legal reasons, got into an argument with her.

Three men from Sussex have been banned from attending football matches following a violent disturbance outside a pub in Brighton.

Patients across the South are set to benefit from the launch of five new multi-disciplinary clinical hubs.

A woman's been jailed for two years after stealing money and food from an elderly vulnerable couple in Portsmouth.  

Seventeen new “Bigbelly” bins have been installed in Bognor Regis town centre.  They have been funded by Arun District Council’s share of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

‘You don’t fill up a black hole by chucking the pensioners in it’. This was the message from one Chichester district councillor who called on the leader to write to the government urging a review of its decision to change who can receive Winter Fuel Payments.

A red-eared terrapin has been rescued by a Southern Water ecologist at the Testwood Water Supply Works in Southampton.

Heathfield Community College had to go into lockdown. It's after intruders were reported on campus.

Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted assault in Southwick. It is reported a man drove towards three men and approached them with a hammer on The Twitten between 6.30pm and 9pm on 24 September.

Academy Award-winning actress Dame Judi Dench is lending her artistic talent to help raise funds for St Catherine's Hospice in Crawley.

There’s growing pressure for improved housing support for 18 to 20-year-olds leaving care.

A man has been remanded in custody accused of supplying class A and B drugs in Peacehaven.

A tractor and a car have been involved in a collision on the A259 near Emsworth on the West Sussex and Hampshire border.

Fareham police have carried out a warrant in Holly Close, Park Gate, as part of an ongoing effort to tackle concerns about drug use and supply.

​​​​​​​PC Eryn Towns, while off-duty last year, spotted a man wielding a hammer on Berstead Street and successfully disarmed and detained him.

Hundreds more schoolchildren in Portsmouth will have the chance to experience the stories of World War II brought to life at The D-Day Story, thanks to new sponsorship.

Chichester councillors have brought long-awaited plans to build a new bus depot in the city one step closer.

Residents in Adur and Worthing are being alerted to a mobile phone scam circulating in the area.

Lowland Rescue Search Dogs Sussex has been boosted by a £1,500 donation from housebuilder David Wilson Homes to support its lifesaving work.

In response, the Borough Council has introduced a new theme, "A Responsive Council," in its 2024 to 2028 Corporate Strategy.

Sussex Police has given notice that it will be leaving the Sussex Safer Roads Partnership.

A man has died after a serious crash on the A267 near Heathfield yesterday.

Southern Water continues its major work programme to protect homes from flooding near Chichester.

The pilot involved in the Shoreham Airshow crash, which claimed the lives of 11 men, is attempting to have his flying licence reinstated.

Police investigating a report of an assault in Chichester say they have now identified a man they wished to speak with.

A man has been charged with sexual assault following an alleged incident on a flight to Gatwick Airport.

The MP for Bognor and Littlehampton says she is very concerned about the future of the Littlehampton Community Fridge.

​​​​​​​Police say the crash took place yesterday morning on the A267.

West Sussex County Council faces a £22.8 million overspend this year.

A by-election was called for the Northgate & West Green ward after the town’s new MP resigned from the borough council.

The incident happened last Wednesday around 9am, when a woman in her 70s from Portsmouth was spoken to over her phone by a man purporting a be a police officer in London investigating fraudulent transactions with Halifax Building Society.

A man has been charged and remanded in custody following reports of drug dealing in a Brighton neighbourhood.

Motorists on the A267 near Heathfield can expect long delays for several hours, according to police.

A community group near Emsworth is set to begin construction on 12 affordable social rent homes.

Portsmouth South MP has said the new Labour Government will tackle the crisis in Armed Forces recruitment.

Police are appealing for information following an assault in Worthing.

A driver who deliberately pursued and knocked over a motorcycle rider near Worthing has been sentenced.

The Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner has urged councillors to put pressure on the government to continue its focus on knife crime.

We could soon be drinking water from Norway if a water company in the South goes ahead with plans.

Due to heavy rain, a flood alert continues for the River Adur East Branch near Shermanbury, north of Henfield.

Hampshire County Council says it will now pause plans to eliminate 17 school crossing patrols while it reviews the idea.

Trading Standards officers in West Sussex have secured thousands of pounds worth of compensation for five victims of a rogue builder.

​​​​​​​Operation Parkside, in collaboration with partners including Arun and Chichester District Councils and British Transport Police, focused on a multi-agency effort at local train stations last Monday.

Outline plans to build up to 265 homes in Steyning have been approved by Horsham District Council.

A motorcyclist has died following a collision with a van near Worthing on Monday afternoon.

Over 150 items were handed in at Sussex police stations during a nationwide surrender of 'zombie' knives and machetes.

Firefighters from 28 UK services and three international teams will gather in Portsmouth and Eastleigh for the Festival of Rescue.

Two sisters from Crawley have been jailed for their involvement in a high-value conspiracy to steal perfumes and cosmetics from London Gatwick Airport.

Mid Sussex District Council has voted to enter into a joint venture with NewRiver to develop a Burgess Hill shopping centre.

​​​​​​​David Hallett had been out in the city enjoying an evening with workmates at The Dolphin and Anchor, in West Street on the 20th of June when a man assaulted him; despite CPR by paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Adur and Worthing Councils are redesigning services to work more closely with their communities, aiming to secure their financial future.

It's an exciting year ahead as the venue has been closed as a cinema and entertainment venue for 50 years.

Police are appealing for information following a collision involving a bike and an electric scooter in Marine Drive at the junction of Roedean Road on September 11th at around 9.40pm.

A memorial stone has been dedicated to a police officer, from Goring-by-Sea who was killed on duty.

​​​​​​​There’s a yellow weather warning for rain in the South - it comes into force at 5pm today until 10am on Friday.

A shortage of educational psychologists has contributed to another complaint being upheld against West Sussex County Council.

​​​​​​​The incident took place last Wednesday at around 12:30 pm.

An investigation is under way following the incident on Monday afternoon

Detailed plans for Ford Airfield have been submitted for approval to Arun District Council

A new array of solar panels is to be installed at Splashpoint Leisure Centre after plans were approved.

WSCC is inviting views on proposals for future transport improvements

Jess Brown-Fuller has been appointed as the Liberal Democrat spokesperson

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