With reference to the feature about the demolition of St Paul's church hall, Worthing, and the renovation of the church, I was very interested to see reference made to the removal of various fittings and am wondering what has happened to the processional
Thank you for your snippet in the diary section of The Sentinel regarding Worthing Swimming Club's sea swim event. As you know, we were pleased to reintroduce the event back into the sea in 2000, with great success. It is disappointing to hear of the
Hundreds of tonnes of cliff face were believed to have crashed into the sea at a popular beauty spot. The massive fall at Belle Tout, near Eastbourne, was reported to Coastguards at 3.30pm yesterday. It happened 100m east of the Belle Tout lighthouse.
I thought we lived in a democracy - 350 names opposing the cycleway? What happened to the 1,000-name petition presented to Worthing Borough Council by members of Vocal two years ago, asking the council to provide, in line with government recommendations
Edwina Currie was certainly the Weakest Link last Wednesday on Ann Robinson's show. She didn't give much thought to the affair between Edwina and John Major. She even mentioned Bill Clinton and Edwina didn't raise a hair. It just seems she likes good-looking
I read in The Leader they propose to limit the use of cheap-rate fares for elderly people, who will not be able to use their passes until after 9am. Years ago, we fought for the right to use passes before 9am because to get to hospital for a 9am appointment
Anyone with feelings against a war with Iraq should get their backsides up to London on Saturday and let the Government know what we all think. We need a large number of people to be there on a peaceful march. So come on, England, let's have our day.
Southern Water has apologised to top girls' school Roedean for failing to tell it part of its grounds could become the site of a sewage treatment works. The most expensive school in Britain, situated on a cliff top overlooking Brighton Marina, has suddenly
What I need is a pep talk, words of encouragement from someone who'll grab me by the shoulders, look me in the eye and say: "You are NOT a failure!" I've tried it myself without success. "I am NOT a failure," I repeat like a drugged parrot, staring into
Dating tips for the ugly and good places to propose are just some of the handy hints to be found in a new guide. To bewildered lovers the world over, these are vital posers - a fact appreciated by the Cheeky Guide team, which has come up with the answers
A swimming pool could be closed down as part of a cost-cutting shake-up of leisure centres. Under the plan, Wadurs at Shoreham would be replaced by a new £5 million complex in Southwick. Adur District Council is considering handing over the day-to-day
Council workers in Brighton and Hove are demanding £2,000 salary increases in a move which could cripple the cash-strapped authority's finances. As property prices soar, public services union Unison put in the claim for local weighting in an effort to
A survey by a Haywards Heath business finance firm suggests 2003 could be a bumper year for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Metropolitan Factors surveyed more than 100 small and medium-sized businesses in Sussex and the findings indicate they
A series of free breakfast meetings has been launched to encourage executives to take a fresh look at their businesses. The first of six monthly meetings, organised by Mid Sussex Learning Centre and run by training group Dale Carnegie, is entitled How
While the Government is trying to cut down on guns and crime, why is it virtually every film on TV shows horrendous violence? I am sick and tired of seeing them advertised. Are these the only films the public likes to watch? -J Adams, Matlock Road, Brighton
As an ex-Second World War evacuee, I find the attitude of certain Saltdean residents to asylum seekers disturbing (The Argus, January 11). Many of us were evacuated to avoid being killed or maimed by the V-1 bombardment of the South of England. We arrived
It would be crazy to dump asylum seekers on Saltdean. The Government can't look after its own people properly as it is, let alone outsiders. Home Secretary David Blunkett should think again, using some common sense. -Ray Wootton, Stanmer Avenue, Brighton
Crawley athletes made a big impact in the Surrey cross-county championships at Banstead. Talented Danielle Christmas and Hannah Brooks, who had finished first and second in the Sussex League race at Lancing just before Christmas, stormed well away from
Albion bowed out of the FA Cup to complete a night of triple misery for Steve Coppell's beleaguered battlers. They lost Steve Sidwell, Michel Kuipers and an entertaining rescheduled third round tie after threatening to defy the odds stacking up against
Lewes returned home feeling aggrieved that they lost this FA Trophy third round clash at Gloucester City. The Rooks controlled the game for long periods and Paul Kennett had a hatful of chances to give his side victory but it was not to be. It was a strong
I am totally disgusted at the recent decision by the Government to allow the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, to house asylum seekers. Saltdean is a small local community, occupied mainly by private home-owners and families. It will be ruined. The crime
Nick Nurse has told his Brighton Bears to ride the wave of euphoria and grab two more league points tonight. Bears go to old rivals Thames Valley Tigers (8pm) in the British League keen to repeat the sort of form which took them to cup glory on Sunday
While I share the concern of Councillors David Smith and Lynda Hyde at the Government's system of moving asylum seekers around the country without their consent and with little regard for their welfare (The Argus, January 11), the comments from the councillors
I was buoyed by Albion's performance at Coventry on Saturday, which was just as well as I have been shocked by the number of fans already resigned to relegation. The kind of defeatist talk since the home draw with Burnley just after Christmas just won't
Albion loan star Steve Sidwell is set to complete a permanent move to First Division rivals Reading today. Sidwell missed the Seagulls' 3-1 exit from the FA Cup at Norwich last night to have talks with the Royals. Parent club Arsenal have accepted Reading's
Albion loan star Steve Sidwell is set to complete a permanent move to First Division rivals Reading today. Sidwell missed the Seagulls' 3-1 exit from the FA Cup at Norwich last night to have talks with the Royals. Parent club Arsenal have accepted Reading's
A senior Sussex police officer is having to sell up and move his family because of menacing graffiti. Inspector Steve Curry, honoured for success in fighting crime, said: "It will cost me thousands of pounds to move but I will not allow my wife and two
Life insurer Norwich Union blamed the tumbling stock market as it cut bonuses and payouts for 3.3 million policyholders. The group, part of Aviva, said it had been forced to take "prudent action" given the difficult investment climate. Annual bonuses
Department store group Debenhams said it saw good sales over Christmas of gifts, cosmetics and accessories but the City was disappointed with its figures and shares tumbled. Like-for-like sales rose 2.8 per cent for the 19 weeks to January 11, while margins
Retailers had a difficult day after a rash of festive trading statements from the High Street hit the market. Tesco edged down despite reporting forecast-beating Christmas figures as worries about the competitive threat from a new force in the UK grocery
Children staying in a private Sussex care home were exposed to a regime of sexual and physical abuse, the High Court has heard. Former residents of Barlavington Manor, in Petworth, have begun a bid for compensation for the abuse they experienced in the
A pregnant mother wept in church today as 250 people gathered for her partner's funeral. Wendy Rudwick paid tribute to PC Tokunbo 'Tok' Ezobi, who died in a car crash on his way home to Hove on New Year's Day. She said: "I am so proud of him, proud of
A retired voluntary worker will be among the first patients to take part in a new pilot scheme to cut waiting lists by offering operations abroad. Velma Paterson, 74, of Royal Sovereign View, Eastbourne, is one of 15 patients who will have hip or knee
Hundreds of new train carriages could remain out of action until 2006 because of a power shortage. South Central, which operates most train services in Sussex, has ordered 700 new carriages to replace its 40-year-old slam-door trains. But only 42 are
A new Albion stadium will bring 600 jobs, millions of pounds, community pride and a new sense of self-esteem to Brighton and Hove, a new report says. City council deputy chief executive Alan McCarthy is due to present his findings to a special meeting
Having more than 30 children to entertain would try the patience of a Saint but one couple thinks it's a blessing. Steve and Christine Black have been running the Barleyfields Children's Church from their living room for the past four years, complete
Candles were blamed for a fire in a flat last night. The occupants went out and candles left alight began burning a coffee table. Neighbours spotted smoke through a window of the flat and raised the alarm. Firefighters arrived at the scene in First Avenue
A concerned father is so determined to stop traffic speeding past his son's school that he has offered to design a traffic calming scheme himself. Simon Ross has won the backing of his MP and the school's headmaster. He claims a commuter short-cut has
I would like to thank The Sentinel for the information regarding the naming of roads (after a wartime bomber crew) in West Durrington. I live in Varey Road and have tried to find out where the name came from so was delighted to read the article. -Maureen
Thank you for your snippet in the diary section of The Sentinel regarding Worthing Swimming Club's sea swim event. As you know, we were pleased to reintroduce the event back into the sea in 2000, with great success. It is disappointing to hear of the
The sister of James Ashley, who was shot by a police officer, sent a wreath to Sussex Police headquarters today to mark the fifth anniversary of his death. Pauline Ashley said she would have delivered the wreath in person but she is expecting her second
A van driver is today in a satisfactory condition in hospital after developing a suspected case of Legionnaire's Disease. The man, in his 50s, has responded well to treatment and no other cases have been reported. The patient, who lives in the Shoreham
In November there was an article in The Sentinel headed "Slum terrace in Clifton Road". The cottages were old but never slums. This road was and still is a nice road. I am one of six sisters, five of us born in the cottages where Clifton Court now stands
L Stringer is wrong to suggest Lottery funds should be used to subsidise struggling hospitals (Letters, January 13). Essential services such as health and education must be paid for by central taxation and not subject to the whims and vagaries of gambling
Like many Worthing residents, I am a regular reader of The Sentinel, which often mentions Worthing Yacht Club but sometimes has clearly been misinformed. In October, however, the Potterton Trophy was mentioned. This is awarded to the boat returning the
I thought we lived in a democracy - 350 names opposing the cycleway? What happened to the 1,000-name petition presented to Worthing Borough Council by members of Vocal two years ago, asking the council to provide, in line with government recommendations
Four holidaymakers with an eye for the ladies are about to pay an embarrassing price for their eagerness to please. The four Brighton boys abroad were caught on camera parading in skimpy pink underwear, waxing their chests and fending off gay advances
Edwina Currie was certainly the Weakest Link last Wednesday on Ann Robinson's show. She didn't give much thought to the affair between Edwina and John Major. She even mentioned Bill Clinton and Edwina didn't raise a hair. It just seems she likes good-looking
I read in The Leader they propose to limit the use of cheap-rate fares for elderly people, who will not be able to use their passes until after 9am. Years ago, we fought for the right to use passes before 9am because to get to hospital for a 9am appointment
Southern Water has apologised to top girls' school Roedean for failing to tell it part of its grounds could become the site of a sewage treatment works. The most expensive school in Britain, situated on a cliff top overlooking Brighton Marina, has suddenly
What I need is a pep talk, words of encouragement from someone who'll grab me by the shoulders, look me in the eye and say: "You are NOT a failure!" I've tried it myself without success. "I am NOT a failure," I repeat like a drugged parrot, staring into
Dating tips for the ugly and good places to propose are just some of the handy hints to be found in a new guide. To bewildered lovers the world over, these are vital posers - a fact appreciated by the Cheeky Guide team, which has come up with the answers
A swimming pool could be closed down as part of a cost-cutting shake-up of leisure centres. Under the plan, Wadurs at Shoreham would be replaced by a new £5 million complex in Southwick. Adur District Council is considering handing over the day-to-day
An award-winning inventor is hoping to clean up more than the streets of Brighton and Hove with his latest design. Builder Steve Capon has designed the Binvelope to protect bags of rubbish by keeping them away from gulls and cats - and off the streets
A survey by a Haywards Heath business finance firm suggests 2003 could be a bumper year for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Metropolitan Factors surveyed more than 100 small and medium-sized businesses in Sussex and the findings indicate they
A TUC study has thrown doubt on the importance of small businesses to the economy and employment. It said despite extensive help from the Government and £2.5 billion of taxpayer support, the contribution the sector makes was declining. However, an advocate
Hundreds of tonnes of cliff face were believed to have crashed into the sea at a popular beauty spot. The massive fall at Belle Tout, near Eastbourne, was reported to Coastguards at 3.30pm yesterday. It happened 100m east of the Belle Tout lighthouse.
The sister of James Ashley, who was shot by a police officer, sent a wreath to Sussex Police headquarters today to mark the fifth anniversary of his death. Pauline Ashley said she would have delivered the wreath in person but she is expecting her second
It would be crazy to dump asylum seekers on Saltdean. The Government can't look after its own people properly as it is, let alone outsiders. Home Secretary David Blunkett should think again, using some common sense. -Ray Wootton, Stanmer Avenue, Brighton
I cannot understand why the Home Office and the Grand Ocean Hotel have decided to place asylum seekers in a quiet residential area such as Saltdean, home to a large elderly population and many young families. The facilities in the community are very limited
Holders Eastbourne Borough made it to the last eight of the Sussex Senior Cup with an easy 3-1 win over County League side Wick at Crabtree Park. Borough looked a class above from the start and Andrew Ducille got the scoring under way on six minutes after
Police at Brighton and Hove CID are linking a string of knifepoint robberies at off-licences over Christmas. In a three-day crime spree spanning December 22, 23 and Christmas Eve, the man twice escaped with cash. Detective Constable Graham Mepham, investigating
A man accused of shooting a plasterer in the stomach had bullets and gun residue on his jacket, a court heard yesterday. When police raided Paul Jones' home, they found a coat matching the description given by his victim. Inside the pocket was ammunition
Albion bowed out of the FA Cup to complete a night of triple misery for Steve Coppell's beleaguered battlers. They lost Steve Sidwell, Michel Kuipers and an entertaining rescheduled third round tie after threatening to defy the odds stacking up against
A teacher sacked after he failed to check on pupils drinking alcohol on a camping trip has lost his bid to get his job back. Peter Bell claimed at a Brighton employment tribunal he was unfairly dismissed by governors at Slindon College, an independent
So, the owners of the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, have decided to jump on the "asylum seekers get rich quick" bandwagon. The hotel, with the potential to house 580 people, is bang in the middle of a residential community too small to absorb such an
The future of Brighton and Albion football club will be decided within a few weeks - on or off the field. Steve Coppell's men will reveal whether they are likely to drag themselves off the bottom of Division One. Meanwhile, a public inquiry starting next
Nick Nurse has told his Brighton Bears to ride the wave of euphoria and grab two more league points tonight. Bears go to old rivals Thames Valley Tigers (8pm) in the British League keen to repeat the sort of form which took them to cup glory on Sunday
While I share the concern of Councillors David Smith and Lynda Hyde at the Government's system of moving asylum seekers around the country without their consent and with little regard for their welfare (The Argus, January 11), the comments from the councillors
A new Albion stadium will bring 600 jobs, millions of pounds, community pride and a new sense of self-esteem to Brighton and Hove, a new report says. City council deputy chief executive Alan McCarthy is due to present his findings to a special meeting
Albion loan star Steve Sidwell is set to complete a permanent move to First Division rivals Reading today. Sidwell missed the Seagulls' 3-1 exit from the FA Cup at Norwich last night to have talks with the Royals. Parent club Arsenal have accepted Reading's
Brighton Minis under-11s recorded a double success, beating Heathfield 49-10 and Crowborough 28-0. Craig Holland, Nick Avery, Harry Leonard, Matthew Ward, Sam Smith, Kieran Martin and Darion Naylor scored tries against Heathfield, while Harry Leonard
A senior Sussex police officer is having to sell up and move his family because of menacing graffiti. Inspector Steve Curry, honoured for success in fighting crime, said: "It will cost me thousands of pounds to move but I will not allow my wife and two
A suspected burglar broke his leg after jumping out of a first-floor window to escape police. The man was believed to be rifling through bedrooms when he was disturbed by the householder, who came home to find her front door open in Whitley Road, Eastbourne
A taxi driver threw a woman out of a cab before driving over her foot because of an argument over a fare, a court heard. Hayley Tullett was dragged screaming along Hallett Road, Brighton, losing seven layers of skin on her right foot, Hove Crown Court
Retailers had a difficult day after a rash of festive trading statements from the High Street hit the market. Tesco edged down despite reporting forecast-beating Christmas figures as worries about the competitive threat from a new force in the UK grocery
Police have raided another secondhand computer shop in Worthing and recovered property from a house burglary. The raid was carried out together with another warrant for a private address at which more stolen property from burglaries was recovered. One
A driver was taken to hospital with multiple injuries after his car hit a tree. The car was travelling along the A272 one mile west of Buckbarn, near West Grinstead, at about 3pm yesterday, when it careered off the road into a tree at the junction with
A bricklayer has insisted he has NOT won £10 million on the Lotto. Steven How insists he is the victim of a huge hoax, after rumours spread through Crawley that he had won the cash. As reported in The Argus, a mystery builder from the town has won more
A puppetmistress whose marionettes went to war on the West Pier in Brighton fears they will probably never return after the landmark's spectacular collapse. Ann Perrin, whose family's specialist puppets featured in the film Oh! What A Lovely War, had
A pregnant mother wept in church today as 250 people gathered for her partner's funeral. Wendy Rudwick paid tribute to PC Tokunbo 'Tok' Ezobi, who died in a car crash on his way home to Hove on New Year's Day. She said: "I am so proud of him, proud of
Hundreds of new train carriages could remain out of action until 2006 because of a power shortage. South Central, which operates most train services in Sussex, has ordered 700 new carriages to replace its 40-year-old slam-door trains. But only 42 are
An eight-page Argus picture tribute to the collapsed West Pier has already become a prized collectors' item in cyberspace. A copy of the supplement, published free with The Argus on January 6, has been offered through internet auction site www.ebay.co.uk
Coronation Street killer Richard Hillman will be showing his good side when he opens a celebrity auction in Sussex. Hove-based actor Brian Capron, who plays the Street's murderer, will lead the bidding at an auction in aid of Uplands School for children
A new Albion stadium will bring 600 jobs, millions of pounds, community pride and a new sense of self-esteem to Brighton and Hove, a new report says. City council deputy chief executive Alan McCarthy is due to present his findings to a special meeting
A popular children's paddling pool has been closed because of fears rats could spread a fatal disease to youngsters. Several dead rats have been found floating in the pool near a playground at Brooklands Park, East Worthing. Council health and safety
A teacher has resigned after being arrested as part of a nationwide police investigation into internet child pornography. Jonathan Collard has been released on bail while inquiries continue as part of the inquiry into online paedophilia. The former head
Parents have reacted angrily to news their children's bus fares to schools in Rottingdean and Portslade are to rise by 60 per cent. Pupils' 50p day return fare has been replaced with a £4 weekly ticket. Hilary Bath, whose son attends Portslade Community
Rock star Gaz Coombes, the Brighton-based lead singer of Supergrass, has spoken of his excitement at becoming a father for the first time. Gaz and his girlfriend Jools are expecting a child in May. He said: "Jools and I haven't thought of any names yet
I would like to thank The Sentinel for the information regarding the naming of roads (after a wartime bomber crew) in West Durrington. I live in Varey Road and have tried to find out where the name came from so was delighted to read the article. -Maureen
The sister of James Ashley, who was shot by a police officer, sent a wreath to Sussex Police headquarters today to mark the fifth anniversary of his death. Pauline Ashley said she would have delivered the wreath in person but she is expecting her second
A man accused of shooting a plasterer in the stomach had bullets and gun residue on his jacket, a court heard yesterday. When police raided Paul Jones' home, they found a coat matching the description given by his victim. Inside the pocket was ammunition
A van driver is today in a satisfactory condition in hospital after developing a suspected case of Legionnaire's Disease. The man, in his 50s, has responded well to treatment and no other cases have been reported. The patient, who lives in the Shoreham
Just to set the record straight, I understand the crown formerly on the facade of The Warnes Hotel, commemorating the visit of Emperor Haile Selassie to Worthing, is now in the safe custody of Worthing Museum. Secondly, The Worthing Society has provided
A hospice which cares for cancer patients is more than £10,000 better off thanks to Mark Little. The Aussie actor and comedian won the cash when he appeared on The Weakest Link TV quiz show hosted by Anne Robinson. She started off by saying Mark had not
In November there was an article in The Sentinel headed "Slum terrace in Clifton Road". The cottages were old but never slums. This road was and still is a nice road. I am one of six sisters, five of us born in the cottages where Clifton Court now stands
It is good to hear from someone who is looking forward to the launch of Worthing's new station, 107.7FM Splash FM. However, Miss D E Williams (Letters, December 11) has been misinformed on a couple of points. She incorrectly states we will be targeting
L Stringer is wrong to suggest Lottery funds should be used to subsidise struggling hospitals (Letters, January 13). Essential services such as health and education must be paid for by central taxation and not subject to the whims and vagaries of gambling
Like many Worthing residents, I am a regular reader of The Sentinel, which often mentions Worthing Yacht Club but sometimes has clearly been misinformed. In October, however, the Potterton Trophy was mentioned. This is awarded to the boat returning the
Four holidaymakers with an eye for the ladies are about to pay an embarrassing price for their eagerness to please. The four Brighton boys abroad were caught on camera parading in skimpy pink underwear, waxing their chests and fending off gay advances
Did you know the phrase "botch job" originated in Brighton and Hove? According to the city council's very own web site, Jeremy Botch (1770-1834) made a chinois screen that fell on the heads of the Prince Regent and Mrs Fitzherbert. He became notorious
An award-winning inventor is hoping to clean up more than the streets of Brighton and Hove with his latest design. Builder Steve Capon has designed the Binvelope to protect bags of rubbish by keeping them away from gulls and cats - and off the streets
A TUC study has thrown doubt on the importance of small businesses to the economy and employment. It said despite extensive help from the Government and £2.5 billion of taxpayer support, the contribution the sector makes was declining. However, an advocate
Brighton 15-year old Dean George helped England beat Scotland 7-2 in the final of the Home Countries Quadrangular at Cardiff. George scooped another gold medal, helping Andy Ellis (Yorkshire) win the boys' doubles, while he also reached the semi-finals
I cannot understand why the Home Office and the Grand Ocean Hotel have decided to place asylum seekers in a quiet residential area such as Saltdean, home to a large elderly population and many young families. The facilities in the community are very limited
Brighton Swimming Club saw off competition from across the South East to emerge as top club at its own gala while three of its swimmers have been chosen to represent England Schools. A record 516 swimmers took part in the two-day Tom Handley Memorial
The decision to use the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, as accommodation for asylum seekers not only affects local residents but also the local economy. This hotel is used by individual holidaymakers and national tour operators. The people staying there
Holders Eastbourne Borough made it to the last eight of the Sussex Senior Cup with an easy 3-1 win over County League side Wick at Crabtree Park. Borough looked a class above from the start and Andrew Ducille got the scoring under way on six minutes after
Police at Brighton and Hove CID are linking a string of knifepoint robberies at off-licences over Christmas. In a three-day crime spree spanning December 22, 23 and Christmas Eve, the man twice escaped with cash. Detective Constable Graham Mepham, investigating
Four young Brighton men were lured into performing humiliating tasks for girls at a villa in Ibiza. What made it even more embarrassing was that their antics were filmed for a new Channel Five hidden camera show called Honey Trap. The four thought they
I hope the people of Saltdean will be able to welcome asylum seekers to their town. I live in a part of Brighton and Hove that has benefited hugely from the contribution of refugees. Hundreds of people who have escaped war and oppression in Iran, Sudan
The Roman Catholic Church in Sussex is taking allegations of abuse made against its clergy and parishioners extremely seriously. Shirley Hosgood, child protection officer in the Arundel and Brighton diocese, is making sure it is easy for people to make
A teacher sacked after he failed to check on pupils drinking alcohol on a camping trip has lost his bid to get his job back. Peter Bell claimed at a Brighton employment tribunal he was unfairly dismissed by governors at Slindon College, an independent
So, the owners of the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, have decided to jump on the "asylum seekers get rich quick" bandwagon. The hotel, with the potential to house 580 people, is bang in the middle of a residential community too small to absorb such an
The future of Brighton and Albion football club will be decided within a few weeks - on or off the field. Steve Coppell's men will reveal whether they are likely to drag themselves off the bottom of Division One. Meanwhile, a public inquiry starting next
Crawley Town slipped quietly out of the FA Trophy after a 2-1 third round defeat at Hayes. Dejected Reds boss Billy Smith said: "We started and finished the game well, and they admitted we murdered them in the second half. "The free-kick given for their
A new Albion stadium will bring 600 jobs, millions of pounds, community pride and a new sense of self-esteem to Brighton and Hove, a new report says. City council deputy chief executive Alan McCarthy is due to present his findings to a special meeting
Brighton Cougars Cadets went down 80-60 to Hackney White Heat, despite 23 points from Matt Norris. Cougars were 20-8 down at the end of the first quarter, but won the second quarter 24-20 with a fine team performance to be 40-32 down at half-time. Although
Brighton Minis under-11s recorded a double success, beating Heathfield 49-10 and Crowborough 28-0. Craig Holland, Nick Avery, Harry Leonard, Matthew Ward, Sam Smith, Kieran Martin and Darion Naylor scored tries against Heathfield, while Harry Leonard
The chief executive of Brighton and Hove City Council was today meeting Government officials to find out more about a U-turn on plans to use a hotel as a hostel for asylum seekers. On Saturday The Argus revealed Home Secretary David Blunkett's department
A taxi driver threw a woman out of a cab before driving over her foot because of an argument over a fare, a court heard. Hayley Tullett was dragged screaming along Hallett Road, Brighton, losing seven layers of skin on her right foot, Hove Crown Court
A group of Sussex wildlife experts has been called to help colleagues in Kent who are dealing with the deaths of 173 swans. Five workers with the East Sussex Wildlife Rescue Ambulance Service (WRAS) went to Canterbury yesterday after being called up by
A puppetmistress whose marionettes went to war on the West Pier in Brighton fears they will probably never return after the landmark's spectacular collapse. Ann Perrin, whose family's specialist puppets featured in the film Oh! What A Lovely War, had
Tearful relatives of murdered Sussex businessman Michael Willard made an emotionally charged plea for help in finding his killer. Victoria and Sarah Willard said they had lost their "rock" when their father, known as Mick, was killed. They described Mr
An eight-page Argus picture tribute to the collapsed West Pier has already become a prized collectors' item in cyberspace. A copy of the supplement, published free with The Argus on January 6, has been offered through internet auction site www.ebay.co.uk
The once-silent children who suffered abuse at the hands of the Roman Catholic church are finally finding the courage to speak out. During the past six months, numerous allegations of abuse have been made against people working within the church in Sussex
Mid Sussex MP Nicholas Soames has made his presence felt in the Westminster committee discussing plans to severely restrict hunting. Clashing with anti-hunt Labour MP Candy Atherton, he produced one of his trademark withering put-downs. Turning to the
Coronation Street killer Richard Hillman will be showing his good side when he opens a celebrity auction in Sussex. Hove-based actor Brian Capron, who plays the Street's murderer, will lead the bidding at an auction in aid of Uplands School for children
A teacher has resigned after being arrested as part of a nationwide police investigation into internet child pornography. Jonathan Collard has been released on bail while inquiries continue as part of the inquiry into online paedophilia. The former head
Parents have reacted angrily to news their children's bus fares to schools in Rottingdean and Portslade are to rise by 60 per cent. Pupils' 50p day return fare has been replaced with a £4 weekly ticket. Hilary Bath, whose son attends Portslade Community
Two Sussex museums are to compete for the richest arts prize in Britain. They are nominated for the first Gulbenkian Prize, which aims to do for museums and galleries what the Booker Prize did for books and the Turner Prize for art. The £100,000 award
Rock star Gaz Coombes, the Brighton-based lead singer of Supergrass, has spoken of his excitement at becoming a father for the first time. Gaz and his girlfriend Jools are expecting a child in May. He said: "Jools and I haven't thought of any names yet
With reference to the feature about the demolition of St Paul's church hall, Worthing, and the renovation of the church, I was very interested to see reference made to the removal of various fittings and am wondering what has happened to the processional
A man accused of shooting a plasterer in the stomach had bullets and gun residue on his jacket, a court heard yesterday. When police raided Paul Jones' home, they found a coat matching the description given by his victim. Inside the pocket was ammunition
Just to set the record straight, I understand the crown formerly on the facade of The Warnes Hotel, commemorating the visit of Emperor Haile Selassie to Worthing, is now in the safe custody of Worthing Museum. Secondly, The Worthing Society has provided
A hospice which cares for cancer patients is more than £10,000 better off thanks to Mark Little. The Aussie actor and comedian won the cash when he appeared on The Weakest Link TV quiz show hosted by Anne Robinson. She started off by saying Mark had not
Hundreds of tonnes of cliff face were believed to have crashed into the sea at a popular beauty spot. The massive fall at Belle Tout, near Eastbourne, was reported to Coastguards at 3.30pm yesterday. It happened 100m east of the Belle Tout lighthouse.
It is good to hear from someone who is looking forward to the launch of Worthing's new station, 107.7FM Splash FM. However, Miss D E Williams (Letters, December 11) has been misinformed on a couple of points. She incorrectly states we will be targeting
Did you know the phrase "botch job" originated in Brighton and Hove? According to the city council's very own web site, Jeremy Botch (1770-1834) made a chinois screen that fell on the heads of the Prince Regent and Mrs Fitzherbert. He became notorious
Anyone with feelings against a war with Iraq should get their backsides up to London on Saturday and let the Government know what we all think. We need a large number of people to be there on a peaceful march. So come on, England, let's have our day.
Council workers in Brighton and Hove are demanding £2,000 salary increases in a move which could cripple the cash-strapped authority's finances. As property prices soar, public services union Unison put in the claim for local weighting in an effort to
A series of free breakfast meetings has been launched to encourage executives to take a fresh look at their businesses. The first of six monthly meetings, organised by Mid Sussex Learning Centre and run by training group Dale Carnegie, is entitled How
Having more than 30 children to entertain would try the patience of a Saint but one couple thinks it's a blessing. Steve and Christine Black have been running the Barleyfields Children's Church from their living room for the past four years, complete
Tearful relatives of murdered Sussex businessman Michael Willard made an emotionally charged plea for help in finding his killer. Victoria and Sarah Willard said they had lost their "rock" when their father, known as Mick, was killed. They described Mr
While the Government is trying to cut down on guns and crime, why is it virtually every film on TV shows horrendous violence? I am sick and tired of seeing them advertised. Are these the only films the public likes to watch? -J Adams, Matlock Road, Brighton
As an ex-Second World War evacuee, I find the attitude of certain Saltdean residents to asylum seekers disturbing (The Argus, January 11). Many of us were evacuated to avoid being killed or maimed by the V-1 bombardment of the South of England. We arrived
Brighton 15-year old Dean George helped England beat Scotland 7-2 in the final of the Home Countries Quadrangular at Cardiff. George scooped another gold medal, helping Andy Ellis (Yorkshire) win the boys' doubles, while he also reached the semi-finals
Crawley athletes made a big impact in the Surrey cross-county championships at Banstead. Talented Danielle Christmas and Hannah Brooks, who had finished first and second in the Sussex League race at Lancing just before Christmas, stormed well away from
Brighton Swimming Club saw off competition from across the South East to emerge as top club at its own gala while three of its swimmers have been chosen to represent England Schools. A record 516 swimmers took part in the two-day Tom Handley Memorial
The decision to use the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, as accommodation for asylum seekers not only affects local residents but also the local economy. This hotel is used by individual holidaymakers and national tour operators. The people staying there
Four young Brighton men were lured into performing humiliating tasks for girls at a villa in Ibiza. What made it even more embarrassing was that their antics were filmed for a new Channel Five hidden camera show called Honey Trap. The four thought they
I hope the people of Saltdean will be able to welcome asylum seekers to their town. I live in a part of Brighton and Hove that has benefited hugely from the contribution of refugees. Hundreds of people who have escaped war and oppression in Iran, Sudan
The Roman Catholic Church in Sussex is taking allegations of abuse made against its clergy and parishioners extremely seriously. Shirley Hosgood, child protection officer in the Arundel and Brighton diocese, is making sure it is easy for people to make
Lewes returned home feeling aggrieved that they lost this FA Trophy third round clash at Gloucester City. The Rooks controlled the game for long periods and Paul Kennett had a hatful of chances to give his side victory but it was not to be. It was a strong
I am totally disgusted at the recent decision by the Government to allow the Grand Ocean Hotel, in Saltdean, to house asylum seekers. Saltdean is a small local community, occupied mainly by private home-owners and families. It will be ruined. The crime
Crawley Town slipped quietly out of the FA Trophy after a 2-1 third round defeat at Hayes. Dejected Reds boss Billy Smith said: "We started and finished the game well, and they admitted we murdered them in the second half. "The free-kick given for their
I was buoyed by Albion's performance at Coventry on Saturday, which was just as well as I have been shocked by the number of fans already resigned to relegation. The kind of defeatist talk since the home draw with Burnley just after Christmas just won't
Albion loan star Steve Sidwell is set to complete a permanent move to First Division rivals Reading today. Sidwell missed the Seagulls' 3-1 exit from the FA Cup at Norwich last night to have talks with the Royals. Parent club Arsenal have accepted Reading's
Brighton Cougars Cadets went down 80-60 to Hackney White Heat, despite 23 points from Matt Norris. Cougars were 20-8 down at the end of the first quarter, but won the second quarter 24-20 with a fine team performance to be 40-32 down at half-time. Although
The chief executive of Brighton and Hove City Council was today meeting Government officials to find out more about a U-turn on plans to use a hotel as a hostel for asylum seekers. On Saturday The Argus revealed Home Secretary David Blunkett's department
Life insurer Norwich Union blamed the tumbling stock market as it cut bonuses and payouts for 3.3 million policyholders. The group, part of Aviva, said it had been forced to take "prudent action" given the difficult investment climate. Annual bonuses
Department store group Debenhams said it saw good sales over Christmas of gifts, cosmetics and accessories but the City was disappointed with its figures and shares tumbled. Like-for-like sales rose 2.8 per cent for the 19 weeks to January 11, while margins
A van driver is today in a satisfactory condition in hospital after developing a suspected case of Legionnaire's Disease. The man, in his 50s, has responded well to treatment and no other cases have been reported. The patient, who lives in the Shoreham
Police were unable to provide traffic wardens to patrol a parking scheme because of recruitment problems and sickness. The new on-street controlled parking zone for Crawley, launched on December 2, was designed to deter all-day commuter parking and make
A pensioner woke to find a dead rat on her doormat. The rodent had been pushed through the letterbox of the elderly woman's home in Chancellors Park, Hassocks. Anyone with information should call PC Martin Gander at Burgess Hill police station on 0845
Mid Sussex MP Nicholas Soames has made his presence felt in the Westminster committee discussing plans to severely restrict hunting. Clashing with anti-hunt Labour MP Candy Atherton, he produced one of his trademark withering put-downs. Turning to the
An inquest has failed to establish why an off-duty Sussex ambulance paramedic was lying on a railway track just before he was killed by a train. Antony Hinchliffe, 39, from Lyndhurst Road, Worthing, died on the railway line between Worthing and East Worthing
A man who dragged his girlfriend from a car and threatened her with a nine-inch knife escaped a prison sentence. Jason Lee Newsom swore and kicked at the car window before attacking his partner, causing injuries to her arm and neck. Newsom, 28, pleaded
The mayor of Worthing got to see the sharp end of policing yesterday. Eric Mardell started his tour at Worthing Police Station in Union Place where he was welcomed by Chief Inspector Russ Whitfield. He went out on patrol with local officers and later
Campaigners are celebrating after winning their fight to keep West Sussex's three remaining intermediate schools open. The county council says it will make no change to the age of transfer in the Midhurst, Petworth and Storrington areas. The decision
Children staying in a private Sussex care home were exposed to a regime of sexual and physical abuse, the High Court has heard. Former residents of Barlavington Manor, in Petworth, have begun a bid for compensation for the abuse they experienced in the
A group of Sussex wildlife experts has been called to help colleagues in Kent who are dealing with the deaths of 173 swans. Five workers with the East Sussex Wildlife Rescue Ambulance Service (WRAS) went to Canterbury yesterday after being called up by
A retired voluntary worker will be among the first patients to take part in a new pilot scheme to cut waiting lists by offering operations abroad. Velma Paterson, 74, of Royal Sovereign View, Eastbourne, is one of 15 patients who will have hip or knee
Tearful relatives of murdered Sussex businessman Michael Willard made an emotionally charged plea for help in finding his killer. Victoria and Sarah Willard said they had lost their "rock" when their father, known as Mick, was killed. They described Mr
The once-silent children who suffered abuse at the hands of the Roman Catholic church are finally finding the courage to speak out. During the past six months, numerous allegations of abuse have been made against people working within the church in Sussex
Mid Sussex MP Nicholas Soames has made his presence felt in the Westminster committee discussing plans to severely restrict hunting. Clashing with anti-hunt Labour MP Candy Atherton, he produced one of his trademark withering put-downs. Turning to the
Paintings and silver may have to be sold in a bid to keep a town hall running. Arundel Town Council leaders say the historic building is too costly to run without a major cash injection. It has been turned into council offices and a community building
A 50-point action plan has been unveiled in a bid to shake-up a maternity unit hit by low morale. The package was unveiled after midwives at Worthing Hospital warned of a crisis in their department which could affect services. They said an external review
Having more than 30 children to entertain would try the patience of a Saint but one couple thinks it's a blessing. Steve and Christine Black have been running the Barleyfields Children's Church from their living room for the past four years, complete
Candles were blamed for a fire in a flat last night. The occupants went out and candles left alight began burning a coffee table. Neighbours spotted smoke through a window of the flat and raised the alarm. Firefighters arrived at the scene in First Avenue
Two Sussex museums are to compete for the richest arts prize in Britain. They are nominated for the first Gulbenkian Prize, which aims to do for museums and galleries what the Booker Prize did for books and the Turner Prize for art. The £100,000 award
A concerned father is so determined to stop traffic speeding past his son's school that he has offered to design a traffic calming scheme himself. Simon Ross has won the backing of his MP and the school's headmaster. He claims a commuter short-cut has
