Pat Smith, 61, and Carol Orr, 41, are willing to go to great lengths to secure front-row seats for their pop idol's shows. And the fact that their hero's image is more geography teacher than Manic Street Preacher does not dent their hardcore support.
My husband assures me that he "lacks the embarrassment gene". So I don't think he will mind me telling you what happened when we attended a hospital appointment to discuss vasectomies. We've been told by my cardiologist that it would be life-threatening
Much has been written in the past few weeks about the £90,000 a year allegedly paid to the new chief executive of the RSPCA. The reaction from many people has been to withdraw their support. I would like to suggest an alternative. It is not widely known
AT a two-day gathering in Birmingham of government ministers and area council officers (The Argus, November 4), the case was put for the pressing needs of cultural regeneration of Brighton and Hove. Black Rock was mentioned. However, can we be encouraged
Everybody loves Monday night football. That's what the Yanks say and suddenly the Seagulls can utter the same words. This was the night that I feel we earned our First Division spurs and showed everyone that we aren't the relegation certainties that we're
Tucked away at the back of the away stand, the Molineux Stadium in Wolverhampton presented an awesome spectacle. It wasn't just the sheer size of the place or even the sight of 22,000 home supporters packing the seats that took my breath away. It was
Fans of Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell have been camping out in Eastbourne to ensure they get good seats for his concert at the Congress Theatre. Even his marriage earlier this month has not dented O'Donnell's appeal to his adoring female fans. He has
I thought it would be useful to put Sir George Bain's recommendations of a four per cent pay rise in the context of average earnings. Average earnings increase to August, 3.9 per cent. Average earnings October 2002, £458.50 a week. All male, £505.60.
Kart racer Alexander Gatton won both his heats and the grand final at a rain soaked Lydd International raceway last Sunday. The 11-year-old from Upper Beeding also set the fastest lap of the meeting in his 80mph Arisco mini max kart. Gatton's smooth driving
Hundreds more cars are being left to rust in the streets than five years ago because of scrapping charges. Taxpayers are footing the bill for removing and scrapping the dumped cars, which is estimated to cost councils across Sussex millions of pounds.
It was good to see Labour MP Des Turner at the Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Peacehaven while his wife, Lynn, represented him at the Brighton ceremony. Many people will have been pleased to see Dr Turner joining local residents in paying their respects
Worthing Thunder have admitted their run of home games is costing them money at the door. The National League side have called on stay away fans to return to the Leisure Centre and help roar them on in league and trophy. Thunder chase a first league win
On Remembrance Sunday, my friend Barry Smith (registered disabled) and I arrived at the Cenotaph in Brighton's Old Steine with the poppy car. This was to enable us to sell or give our poppy wreaths, posies or crosses to the citizens of Brighton and Hove
Albion will offer Simon Rodger and Dean Blackwell longer contracts to stop them being snapped up by other clubs. Boss Steve Coppell revealed: "Their monthly contracts run out in the middle of next week. "I will be talking to both players on Monday to
The BBC's annual charity extravaganza Children in Need looks set to top last year's record-breaking event. By the end of the seven-hour telethon more than £13 million had been raised, but organisers are hopeful of breaking last year's total of £25m. The
A man who took a chequebook and used it to steal £2,000 from his bosses has been jailed for two years. Robert Dahr cashed three cheques because he believed the cleaning firm he worked for had underpaid him. Richard Cherryl, prosecuting, told Hove Crown
Albion will offer Simon Rodger and Dean Blackwell longer contracts to stop them being snapped up by other clubs. Boss Steve Coppell revealed: "Their monthly contracts run out in the middle of next week. "I will be talking to both players on Monday to
An 11-year-old boy took part in a burglary in which a family's house was trashed and three fish killed. A gang of youths broke into a house in Gloucester Street, Brighton, while the family living there was away staying with relatives. The gang trashed
The body of an elderly woman has been found washed up on a beach. Police were called to Littlehampton beach on Saturday morning after a member of the public spotted the body. The woman, who has not yet been identified, was wearing a black and beige skirt
Residents claim that buses are shaking the foundations of their homes because of potholes in the road. Roy Chacksfield, 59, says every time a bus goes past his bungalow in Braeside Avenue, Patcham, the whole building vibrates. He has spent two years asking
Roads across Sussex were flooded after downpours led to rising water levels. Householders and businesses were breathing a sigh of relief last night as the waters abated before damaging property. Several roads in the Barcombe and Ringmer areas near Lewes
Kuipers was cleared to play after having his red card in the previous home match against Bradford reduced to a yellow on appeal. The big Dutch No 1 was forced into an early save by a stray back pass by the recalled Adam Hinshelwood. A free-kick by Rodger
Four volunteers helping impoverished Palestinian farmers were caught up in an onslaught of tear gas and grenades. The aid workers from the Brighton and Hove Palestine Solidarity Camp were based in a West Bank refugee camp when it was raided by Israeli
A unique museum of curiosities, which once attracted thousands of visitors to Sussex, is up for sale with the hope it can return home. The Potters Museum of Curiosities had three Sussex homes in Bramber, Brighton and Arundel for 120 years, before going
Pat Smith, 61, and Carol Orr, 41, are willing to go to great lengths to secure front-row seats for their pop idol's shows. And the fact that their hero's image is more geography teacher than Manic Street Preacher does not dent their hardcore support.
My husband assures me that he "lacks the embarrassment gene". So I don't think he will mind me telling you what happened when we attended a hospital appointment to discuss vasectomies. We've been told by my cardiologist that it would be life-threatening
AT a two-day gathering in Birmingham of government ministers and area council officers (The Argus, November 4), the case was put for the pressing needs of cultural regeneration of Brighton and Hove. Black Rock was mentioned. However, can we be encouraged
Sam Corke was the pick of the Sussex competitors as the new British Supermoto Championship got under way at Lydden Hill last weekend. Corke, from Uckfield, finished 11th in the Super final which rounded off proceedings. The championship is split into
Everybody loves Monday night football. That's what the Yanks say and suddenly the Seagulls can utter the same words. This was the night that I feel we earned our First Division spurs and showed everyone that we aren't the relegation certainties that we're
Non-League football in Sussex is in dire straits and could be heading for meltdown. The wages being paid to players these days are ludicrous and many clubs must be exceeding their income by splashing money around. After managing Worthing in the early
Fans of Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell have been camping out in Eastbourne to ensure they get good seats for his concert at the Congress Theatre. Even his marriage earlier this month has not dented O'Donnell's appeal to his adoring female fans. He has
No one in Brighton and Hove will be surprised to learn that parking attendants there are the busiest outside London. They have become much more active since last year when the city council and NCP as operators took over from Sussex Police and traffic
Wayne Alexander will make a return to the ring in a non-title eight-round fight in Newcastle on December 14. The Hailsham-based British and European light-middleweight champion will feature on a bill which is topped by Ricky Hatton and Joe Calzaghe. Alexander's
Four volunteers helping impoverished Palestinian farmers were caught up in an onslaught of tear gas and grenades. The aid workers from the Brighton and Hove Palestine Solidarity Camp were based in a West Bank refugee camp when it was raided by Israeli
A man who took a chequebook and used it to steal £2,000 from his bosses has been jailed for two years. Robert Dahr cashed three cheques because he believed the cleaning firm he worked for had underpaid him. Richard Cherryl, prosecuting, told Hove Crown
Albion will offer Simon Rodger and Dean Blackwell longer contracts to stop them being snapped up by other clubs. Boss Steve Coppell revealed: "Their monthly contracts run out in the middle of next week. "I will be talking to both players on Monday to
A £1 million flood prevention scheme has failed to convince residents it will keep their homes dry. Residents in Vale Road, Denmark Road and Church Road, Portslade, have suffered years of flooding caused by overflowing sewers. One million pounds is being
Plans to put in 2,000 extra seats at Withdean look like being delayed until next season following objections by nearby residents and Brighton and Hove Athletics Club. No date has been set yet for Albion's application to be heard by Brighton and Hove Council
The body of an elderly woman has been found washed up on a beach. Police were called to Littlehampton beach on Saturday morning after a member of the public spotted the body. The woman, who has not yet been identified, was wearing a black and beige skirt
A cache of guns was found wrapped in plastic bags and dumped in Sussex woodland. Members of the West Sussex Wildlife Protection group were campaigning against hunting when they stumbled across the hoard of rifles. The protesters were in woodland off Haslingbourne
Stunning illuminations and outdoor skating will ensure people enjoy a winter wonderland this Christmas. Preparations are underway for the creation of an ice rink at Brighton Marina and the return of the popular Burning the Clocks lantern parade. The Brighton
Sussex firefighters broke their picket line to save a teenager trapped in a house fire. A member of the public ran to Haywards Heath fire station and begged striking firefighters to help. Ten firefighters left the picket line and arrived at the house
Albion maintained their mini-revival with a dramatic second successive home win against ten-man Derby. Kerry Mayo was the hero for Steve Coppell's patched-up Seagulls with an 89th minute winner. Mayo struck the decisive blow after Malcom Christie had
Four volunteers helping impoverished Palestinian farmers were caught up in an onslaught of tear gas and grenades. The aid workers from the Brighton and Hove Palestine Solidarity Camp were based in a West Bank refugee camp when it was raided by Israeli
As people across the nation arrive for work on Monday, Natasha Kaplinsky will finally be able to relax. Natasha is the new face of BBC Breakfast, the corporation's flagship early morning television show. While most people would have butterflies about
A unique museum of curiosities, which once attracted thousands of visitors to Sussex, is up for sale with the hope it can return home. The Potters Museum of Curiosities had three Sussex homes in Bramber, Brighton and Arundel for 120 years, before going
American Express' 3,000-strong Sussex workforce faces an uncertain future after the company set up a pilot call centre in India. Krista Beighton investigates. Eager to please, hard-working and in plentiful supply - an Indian graduate can be bought for
Albion maintained their mini-revival with a dramatic second successive home win against ten-man Derby. Kerry Mayo was the hero for Steve Coppell's patched-up Seagulls with an 89th minute winner. Mayo struck the decisive blow after Malcom Christie had
During the past week of Remembrance to commemorate all those who bravely fought in battle, I was heartened to see news of a poll the BBC conducted on its web site asking the public which members of the British black community would they most like to see
Only 12 of the 90-odd hotels in Brighton and Hove are listed in the main section of the 2003 edition of the AA Hotel Guide. Another four creep into the short list at the back of the book. Not one of them rates a solitary rosette for its restaurant. Bournemouth
Justin Dale and co-driver Andrew Bargery were forced to withdraw from the Network Q Rally of Great Britain yesterday. The Dale/Bargery Mitsubishi Lancer rolled on stage two, dropping the Hove pair from 21st to 41st, more than three minutes off the leader
Sam Corke was the pick of the Sussex competitors as the new British Supermoto Championship got under way at Lydden Hill last weekend. Corke, from Uckfield, finished 11th in the Super final which rounded off proceedings. The championship is split into
Non-League football in Sussex is in dire straits and could be heading for meltdown. The wages being paid to players these days are ludicrous and many clubs must be exceeding their income by splashing money around. After managing Worthing in the early
American Express is a worldwide business so it's scarcely surprising the company is seeking to cut costs by looking closely at the Indian market. It's not alone in taking advantage of much lower wages to set up a pilot call centre business there. The
Firefighters' strike? I would like a fraction of their earnings. They retire with full pension rights at 55 years of age, then go on to another, often public-sector, job. Even during their days on, days off, they have second jobs. I have trained with
Get set for a thriller at Portslade tonight (8pm) when Brighton Cougars host Tamar Valley in a key NBL division two south clash. Tamar head east unbeaten in the league but not in the trophy after going down 86-83 at home to Cougars last week. A dramatic
No one in Brighton and Hove will be surprised to learn that parking attendants there are the busiest outside London. They have become much more active since last year when the city council and NCP as operators took over from Sussex Police and traffic
Wayne Alexander will make a return to the ring in a non-title eight-round fight in Newcastle on December 14. The Hailsham-based British and European light-middleweight champion will feature on a bill which is topped by Ricky Hatton and Joe Calzaghe. Alexander's
Four volunteers helping impoverished Palestinian farmers were caught up in an onslaught of tear gas and grenades. The aid workers from the Brighton and Hove Palestine Solidarity Camp were based in a West Bank refugee camp when it was raided by Israeli
Albion have backed their fans against claims of racial abuse allegedly directed at a referee and player in the Sheffield United game at Withdean last month. The club's interim report to the FA has refuted allegations by ref Phil Prosser that he and Sheffield
A £1 million flood prevention scheme has failed to convince residents it will keep their homes dry. Residents in Vale Road, Denmark Road and Church Road, Portslade, have suffered years of flooding caused by overflowing sewers. One million pounds is being
Plans to put in 2,000 extra seats at Withdean look like being delayed until next season following objections by nearby residents and Brighton and Hove Athletics Club. No date has been set yet for Albion's application to be heard by Brighton and Hove Council
A cache of guns was found wrapped in plastic bags and dumped in Sussex woodland. Members of the West Sussex Wildlife Protection group were campaigning against hunting when they stumbled across the hoard of rifles. The protesters were in woodland off Haslingbourne
A son says his family's 26-year ordeal has been eased after a pensioner admitted gunning down his father in a contract killing. The murder of newsagent Geoffrey Small in 1976 remained unsolved until this year. At the Old Bailey yesterday Alan Savage,
Stunning illuminations and outdoor skating will ensure people enjoy a winter wonderland this Christmas. Preparations are underway for the creation of an ice rink at Brighton Marina and the return of the popular Burning the Clocks lantern parade. The Brighton
Sussex firefighters broke their picket line to save a teenager trapped in a house fire. A member of the public ran to Haywards Heath fire station and begged striking firefighters to help. Ten firefighters left the picket line and arrived at the house
Albion maintained their mini-revival with a dramatic second successive home win against ten-man Derby. Kerry Mayo was the hero for Steve Coppell's patched-up Seagulls with an 89th minute winner. Mayo struck the decisive blow after Malcom Christie had
There was good news and bad news for Albion on the injury front for the sell-out showdown with John Gregory's Derby. Bobby Zamora recovered from ankle and Achilles injuries to make his 100th League appearance for the Seagulls. But Graham Barrett and Dean
A Sussex council is asking private landlords to help with the increasing number of homeless people. Lewes District Council wants to lease properties in the private sector for three-year periods to help it cope with the increasing number of homeless families
As people across the nation arrive for work on Monday, Natasha Kaplinsky will finally be able to relax. Natasha is the new face of BBC Breakfast, the corporation's flagship early morning television show. While most people would have butterflies about
American Express' 3,000-strong Sussex workforce faces an uncertain future after the company set up a pilot call centre in India. Krista Beighton investigates. Eager to please, hard-working and in plentiful supply - an Indian graduate can be bought for
Albion maintained their mini-revival with a dramatic second successive home win against ten-man Derby. Kerry Mayo was the hero for Steve Coppell's patched-up Seagulls with an 89th minute winner. Mayo struck the decisive blow after Malcom Christie had
During the past week of Remembrance to commemorate all those who bravely fought in battle, I was heartened to see news of a poll the BBC conducted on its web site asking the public which members of the British black community would they most like to see
Much has been written in the past few weeks about the £90,000 a year allegedly paid to the new chief executive of the RSPCA. The reaction from many people has been to withdraw their support. I would like to suggest an alternative. It is not widely known
Only 12 of the 90-odd hotels in Brighton and Hove are listed in the main section of the 2003 edition of the AA Hotel Guide. Another four creep into the short list at the back of the book. Not one of them rates a solitary rosette for its restaurant. Bournemouth
Justin Dale and co-driver Andrew Bargery were forced to withdraw from the Network Q Rally of Great Britain yesterday. The Dale/Bargery Mitsubishi Lancer rolled on stage two, dropping the Hove pair from 21st to 41st, more than three minutes off the leader
Tucked away at the back of the away stand, the Molineux Stadium in Wolverhampton presented an awesome spectacle. It wasn't just the sheer size of the place or even the sight of 22,000 home supporters packing the seats that took my breath away. It was
I thought it would be useful to put Sir George Bain's recommendations of a four per cent pay rise in the context of average earnings. Average earnings increase to August, 3.9 per cent. Average earnings October 2002, £458.50 a week. All male, £505.60.
Kart racer Alexander Gatton won both his heats and the grand final at a rain soaked Lydd International raceway last Sunday. The 11-year-old from Upper Beeding also set the fastest lap of the meeting in his 80mph Arisco mini max kart. Gatton's smooth driving
American Express is a worldwide business so it's scarcely surprising the company is seeking to cut costs by looking closely at the Indian market. It's not alone in taking advantage of much lower wages to set up a pilot call centre business there. The
Hundreds more cars are being left to rust in the streets than five years ago because of scrapping charges. Taxpayers are footing the bill for removing and scrapping the dumped cars, which is estimated to cost councils across Sussex millions of pounds.
Firefighters' strike? I would like a fraction of their earnings. They retire with full pension rights at 55 years of age, then go on to another, often public-sector, job. Even during their days on, days off, they have second jobs. I have trained with
Get set for a thriller at Portslade tonight (8pm) when Brighton Cougars host Tamar Valley in a key NBL division two south clash. Tamar head east unbeaten in the league but not in the trophy after going down 86-83 at home to Cougars last week. A dramatic
It was good to see Labour MP Des Turner at the Remembrance Sunday ceremony in Peacehaven while his wife, Lynn, represented him at the Brighton ceremony. Many people will have been pleased to see Dr Turner joining local residents in paying their respects
Worthing Thunder have admitted their run of home games is costing them money at the door. The National League side have called on stay away fans to return to the Leisure Centre and help roar them on in league and trophy. Thunder chase a first league win
On Remembrance Sunday, my friend Barry Smith (registered disabled) and I arrived at the Cenotaph in Brighton's Old Steine with the poppy car. This was to enable us to sell or give our poppy wreaths, posies or crosses to the citizens of Brighton and Hove
Albion will offer Simon Rodger and Dean Blackwell longer contracts to stop them being snapped up by other clubs. Boss Steve Coppell revealed: "Their monthly contracts run out in the middle of next week. "I will be talking to both players on Monday to
The BBC's annual charity extravaganza Children in Need looks set to top last year's record-breaking event. By the end of the seven-hour telethon more than £13 million had been raised, but organisers are hopeful of breaking last year's total of £25m. The
Albion have backed their fans against claims of racial abuse allegedly directed at a referee and player in the Sheffield United game at Withdean last month. The club's interim report to the FA has refuted allegations by ref Phil Prosser that he and Sheffield
An 11-year-old boy took part in a burglary in which a family's house was trashed and three fish killed. A gang of youths broke into a house in Gloucester Street, Brighton, while the family living there was away staying with relatives. The gang trashed
Residents claim that buses are shaking the foundations of their homes because of potholes in the road. Roy Chacksfield, 59, says every time a bus goes past his bungalow in Braeside Avenue, Patcham, the whole building vibrates. He has spent two years asking
A son says his family's 26-year ordeal has been eased after a pensioner admitted gunning down his father in a contract killing. The murder of newsagent Geoffrey Small in 1976 remained unsolved until this year. At the Old Bailey yesterday Alan Savage,
Roads across Sussex were flooded after downpours led to rising water levels. Householders and businesses were breathing a sigh of relief last night as the waters abated before damaging property. Several roads in the Barcombe and Ringmer areas near Lewes
Kuipers was cleared to play after having his red card in the previous home match against Bradford reduced to a yellow on appeal. The big Dutch No 1 was forced into an early save by a stray back pass by the recalled Adam Hinshelwood. A free-kick by Rodger
There was good news and bad news for Albion on the injury front for the sell-out showdown with John Gregory's Derby. Bobby Zamora recovered from ankle and Achilles injuries to make his 100th League appearance for the Seagulls. But Graham Barrett and Dean
A Sussex council is asking private landlords to help with the increasing number of homeless people. Lewes District Council wants to lease properties in the private sector for three-year periods to help it cope with the increasing number of homeless families
