We dusted off our air guitars and left our dignity at the door, for the mighty Quo had come to town to rock our worlds. Like Japanese soldiers on some remote Pacific island decades after VJ Day convinced the Second World War is still raging, for the Quo
When Stephen Sirrell settles down on his new sofa he will be joining the ranks of some of the most influential men and women in the world. Tony Blair, Margaret Thatcher and Nelson Mandela have all sat on it. For ten years the pale yellow sofa and accompanying
Campaigners are galvanising support to stop Peacehaven becoming "Poohaven" if a sewage works is built on farmland. Residents angry that Southern Water has chosen Lower Hoddern Farm for a multi-million pound sewage works will hold a protest meeting on
Television presenter Des Lynam and Norman Cook gave John Prescott 6,200 reasons why he should back a stadium at Falmer. The host of ITV1's The Premiership and the international DJ went to Downing Street on Monday to deliver armfuls of hand-written letters
In response to complaints by East Sussex County Council about its shortage of money, it would be better off if it was less profligate with our cash. Two recent examples: Firstly, £250,000 to be spent on a totally unnecessary inquiry into the South Downs
Southern Water is determined to destroy Peacehaven and the surrounding areas. What logic is there in developers submitting plans for 296 houses, then Southern Water comes along with plans to put a massive sewer plant next to them? Either development will
Regarding your article "Workers can't afford homes" (The Argus, November 19), the widening gap between earnings and house prices in Brighton and Hove is symptomatic of this Government's ill-thought out and unsustainable regional policy of relying on the
Lewes missed a golden chance to enhance their London Three South East promotion chances when they were pipped 16-15 at Tonbridge Juddian. Like Heath, they thought they had snatched the win when Tom Saunders scored a late try. Judds replied with a winning
Thank you for your article "Traders fined after recycling rubbish" in which you highlighted the fact I had been fined for doing what the council has consistently requested - recycle our waste (The Argus, November 24). In response to this article, several
Alex Meredith admits he was devastated to see his Haywards Heath side slip up at home. Now he has targeted three wins before Christmas to ease them towards mid-table in National Three South. Heath were pipped 18-14 by high-flying Launceston at a wet Whitemans
Lewes Priory will be competing in the Sussex Cricket League premier division next season. There had been a doubt as to whether the club's promotion would be confirmed as the Stanley Turner Ground does not currently meet premier division criteria. However
Francis Vines has told his players to forget about gaining revenge over Dagenham and Redbridge in the build-up to tonight's replay against St Albans City. The Reds were drawn against the Conference outfit in the third round yesterday giving them the chance
My recent trip to visit an old friend in Brighton's Clifton Hill conservation area began rather strangely. I was parked outside my friend's house when I saw a man in a bird costume tearing some refuse sacks with his bill before scurrying off around the
Olumide Oyedeji hopes a few good showings in the ULEB Cup can help him back into the NBA. The man from Ibadan, Nigeria, has already trained twice with his new Brighton Bears team-mates and would have loved to have joined them in action against Sopot tonight
New signing Hayden James blasted a hat-trick on his debut to inspire Mid Sussex to their first win of the season in the Kent/Sussex Regional League. The 28-year-old South African was in unstoppable form as Mid Sussex defeated Sutton Valence 5-3 with Ben
November was the wettest month of the year so far, with more than 4in of rain in Sussex. But Ken Woodhams, weatherman for The Argus, said overall 2003 had been the driest year since 1989, with just over 19in so far, 8in less than the long-term average
Brighton Bears have signed former NBA power forward Olumide Oyedeji to boost their ULEB Cup campaign. The 6ft 10ins, 22-year old Nigerian international, who played 27 times for Orlando Magic last season, has teamed up for the second time with Bears chief
East Grinstead remain right on the tail of leaders Old Georgians after suffering a scare at home to Formby before coming through to win 4-3. The home side appeared to be coasting when they went in 3-1 ahead at the interval but a change of tactics from
Campaigners are galvanising support to stop Peacehaven becoming "Poohaven" if a sewage works is built on farmland. Residents angry that Southern Water has chosen Lower Hoddern Farm for a multi-million pound sewage works will hold a protest meeting on
A bankrupt businessman who took deposits from customers for window blinds but failed to do the work has been banned from being a company director for five years. When customers complained to Gary Manders, 34, of Greenbank Avenue, Saltdean, he wrote them
Several companies in Brighton have been duped by a hoax chain letter which has been circulating the world for more than a decade. The letter is an emotional appeal to help a seven-year-old boy with a terminal illness enter the Guinness Book of Records
Shoppers dived for cover when a string of Christmas lights crashed down in one of Brighton's busiest streets. The bulbs shattered and an electrical cable, believed to be live, was left trailing across East Street. Council workers decided to cut off the
Rail travellers in Sussex are being warned to expect disruption over the festive season. There will be 12 days of temporary timetables and cancellations due to engineering works. From Christmas Eve until January 5, engineers will undertake track renewal
More than £2 million is being earmarked for a renovation scheme which will provide 90 jobs in the city. Brighton and Hove Regeneration Partnership and the Regional Development Agency have plans for Westergate House in Moulsecoomb. They want to spend cash
A woman fell to her death from a fifth-floor hotel window in Brighton early this morning. Neighbours on lower floors of the West Pier Hotel in Regency Square, Brighton, heard a noise at 1am today. They went outside and discovered the woman. She was rushed
A man accused of choking a 91-year-old hotel guest in her bed was tracked down from DNA he left behind on a cigarette butt, a court heard. Tilly Rabinovitch said she believed she was going to be raped or killed when Jose Ferreira broke into her room.
People in Brighton appear to love lingerie and wine according to a nation-wide poll on the most popular and useful inventions. Honda has launched the survey to find which everyday object people appreciate most. A quarter of those polled in Brighton voted
Furious parents fired party poppers at councillors as the death sentence for Comart was announced last night. The protest broke out in a committee room at Brighton Town Hall as a meeting of Brighton and Hove City Council's children, families and schools
Pop starlet Sophie Ellis Bextor wowed radio listeners today by announcing live on air she was pregnant. Rumours have been rife that Sophie is expecting but the pin-up, whose father lives in Alfriston, today confirmed the good news live on Southern FM.
People living in a notorious seafront eyesore have been given a month to decide whether to fund a £5 million restoration. Architects put together by design guru Sir Terence Conran last night outlined their plans for Embassy Court in Kings Road, Brighton
If there is one thing headliners UB40 and The Stranglers have in common, it is their ability to inspire massive loyalty from their fans. Musically, they may be chalk and cheese but both bands are still legends of their chosen genres after decades of success
When Stephen Sirrell settles down on his new sofa he will be joining the ranks of some of the most influential men and women in the world. Tony Blair, Margaret Thatcher and Nelson Mandela have all sat on it. For ten years the pale yellow sofa and accompanying
Campaigners are galvanising support to stop Peacehaven becoming "Poohaven" if a sewage works is built on farmland. Residents angry that Southern Water has chosen Lower Hoddern Farm for a multi-million pound sewage works will hold a protest meeting on
Poilce are sending warning letters to suspected boy racers in Eastbourne. It is part of a renewed effort to rid the seaside town of the racers who have plagued residents for years. Their rubber-burning wheel-spins, loud thumping music and foul language
In response to complaints by East Sussex County Council about its shortage of money, it would be better off if it was less profligate with our cash. Two recent examples: Firstly, £250,000 to be spent on a totally unnecessary inquiry into the South Downs
Southern Water is determined to destroy Peacehaven and the surrounding areas. What logic is there in developers submitting plans for 296 houses, then Southern Water comes along with plans to put a massive sewer plant next to them? Either development will
East Grinstead are still in the running for promotion from London Four South East. They beat mid-table Ashford 12-8 at Saint Hill with tries by Robbie McGee, from a tap penalty, and Steve Thayre, coming off a maul. Steve O'Reilly kicked a conversion.
Regarding your article "Workers can't afford homes" (The Argus, November 19), the widening gap between earnings and house prices in Brighton and Hove is symptomatic of this Government's ill-thought out and unsustainable regional policy of relying on the
With regard to the new community rubbish bins whose trial will replace the existing refuse collection (The Argus, November 25), why did the council not hold public meetings before it decided to steam ahead? As it was, I threw away the circular that was
Francis Vines has told his players to forget about gaining revenge over Dagenham and Redbridge in the build-up to tonight's replay against St Albans City. The Reds were drawn against the Conference outfit in the third round yesterday giving them the chance
New signing Hayden James blasted a hat-trick on his debut to inspire Mid Sussex to their first win of the season in the Kent/Sussex Regional League. The 28-year-old South African was in unstoppable form as Mid Sussex defeated Sutton Valence 5-3 with Ben
November was the wettest month of the year so far, with more than 4in of rain in Sussex. But Ken Woodhams, weatherman for The Argus, said overall 2003 had been the driest year since 1989, with just over 19in so far, 8in less than the long-term average
A team of students is through to the finals of a competition managing the country's finances. The students at Brighton College all entered the South-East area final of the Bank of England's Target 2.5 competition. The challenge was to be the bank's monetary
Zesh Rehman's Albion future has been thrown into doubt by a mystery illness. It has sidelined the young midfielder just when he needs to be persuading manager Mark McGhee he is worth keeping on loan from Fulham. Flu-like symptoms ruled Rehman out of the
People once got up a petition to return this PC to the beat but no amount of campaigning will stop him leaving now. PC John Munday is retiring after 28 years foot-slogging round Brighton and Hove. He is considered the city's best-known bobby and in recent
Homebuyers face visits from tax inspectors to check they are not dodging stamp duty under new rules, which came into force yesterday. Deals where buyers get round paying a higher rate of stamp duty by stumping up an inflated amount for "fixtures and fittings
Campaigners are galvanising support to stop Peacehaven becoming "Poohaven" if a sewage works is built on farmland. Residents angry that Southern Water has chosen Lower Hoddern Farm for a multi-million pound sewage works will hold a protest meeting on
A bankrupt businessman who took deposits from customers for window blinds but failed to do the work has been banned from being a company director for five years. When customers complained to Gary Manders, 34, of Greenbank Avenue, Saltdean, he wrote them
Several companies in Brighton have been duped by a hoax chain letter which has been circulating the world for more than a decade. The letter is an emotional appeal to help a seven-year-old boy with a terminal illness enter the Guinness Book of Records
The mother of murdered Sarah Payne has given birth to a baby girl. Sara Payne, 34, is said to be "doing well" after delivering her 7lb 14oz daughter at home in Hersham, Surrey. One of the first to send congratulations was grandmother Lesley Payne, who
A woman fell to her death from a fifth-floor hotel window in Brighton early this morning. Neighbours on lower floors of the West Pier Hotel in Regency Square, Brighton, heard a noise at 1am today. They went outside and discovered the woman. She was rushed
Disabled groups have joined the fight to save an historic library from moving. They are calling on councillors to allow Hove library to stay where it is. Brighton and Hove City Council needs to improve access for the disabled to comply with legislation
People in Brighton appear to love lingerie and wine according to a nation-wide poll on the most popular and useful inventions. Honda has launched the survey to find which everyday object people appreciate most. A quarter of those polled in Brighton voted
Zesh Rehman's Albion future has been thrown into doubt by a mystery illness. It has sidelined the young midfielder just when he needs to be persuading manager Mark McGhee he is worth keeping on loan from Fulham. Flu-like symptoms ruled Rehman out of the
Police arrested a 40-year-old woman for theft yesterday within two hours of the launch of a Christmas crackdown. Officers in Lewes are focusing on known shoplifters, car criminals and burglars. The operation involves high-visibility patrols by the Neighbourhood
Several companies in Brighton have been duped by a hoax chain letter which has been circulating the world for more than a decade. The letter is an emotional appeal to help a seven-year-old boy with a terminal illness enter the Guinness Book of Records
"I didn't know it was illegal," said a van driver as he sat in a traffic jam, his mobile phone glued to his ear. He carried on chatting regardless. The driver of the car behind was also in the dark about the phone laws. "What am I supposed to do?" he
People living in a notorious seafront eyesore have been given a month to decide whether to fund a £5 million restoration. Architects put together by design guru Sir Terence Conran last night outlined their plans for Embassy Court in Kings Road, Brighton
If there is one thing headliners UB40 and The Stranglers have in common, it is their ability to inspire massive loyalty from their fans. Musically, they may be chalk and cheese but both bands are still legends of their chosen genres after decades of success
A peace deal has been made between Brighton and Hove's two alternative Fringe festivals. The team behind the grassroots Brighton Fringe Festival was furious when Brighton Festival organisers changed the name of their alternative showcase to Brighton Festival
More than £2 million is being earmarked for a renovation scheme which will provide 90 jobs in the city. Brighton and Hove Regeneration Partnership and the Regional Development Agency have plans for Westergate House in Moulsecoomb. They want to spend cash
A doorman has been found not guilty of allowing people to smoke marijuana at a caf. Jurors at Chichester Crown Court yesterday took 20 minutes to clear Michael Allday, 37, of two charges related to cannabis use at Quantum Leaf in Worthing. The court had
Worthing are aiming for two more wins before Christmas to keep them on the edge of the promotion picture. Ian Davies' men turned in a steely defensive display to win 17-7 at Staines in London One. The result takes them to five wins from nine games and
East Grinstead are still in the running for promotion from London Four South East. They beat mid-table Ashford 12-8 at Saint Hill with tries by Robbie McGee, from a tap penalty, and Steve Thayre, coming off a maul. Steve O'Reilly kicked a conversion.
The majority of residents in central Brighton who are opposed to the introduction of the communal bin system are house owners rather than flat or bedsit dwellers, who need to get their rubbish out as quick as possible. Hygiene-wise, this can only be a
With regard to the new community rubbish bins whose trial will replace the existing refuse collection (The Argus, November 25), why did the council not hold public meetings before it decided to steam ahead? As it was, I threw away the circular that was
There is no symbol in the Highway Code for when drivers should be instructed to start urinating. But some jokers obviously felt it was a glaring omission that needed rectifying. How else to explain the touch of editing applied to a road sign at Ditchling
A team of students is through to the finals of a competition managing the country's finances. The students at Brighton College all entered the South-East area final of the Bank of England's Target 2.5 competition. The challenge was to be the bank's monetary
A body builder allegedly murdered by his wife planned to emigrate to America before his death. Julian Webb died at home in Yapton, near Arundel, after taking a cocktail of drugs on his 31st birthday, the Old Bailey was told yesterday. His wife, Dena Thompson
Zesh Rehman's Albion future has been thrown into doubt by a mystery illness. It has sidelined the young midfielder just when he needs to be persuading manager Mark McGhee he is worth keeping on loan from Fulham. Flu-like symptoms ruled Rehman out of the
Lewes manager Paul Benoy believes the future looks bright for his side after they produced their best performance of the season to beat Brooklands 3-2 in National League Division Two. After failing to win since the opening day of the season, Lewes ended
People once got up a petition to return this PC to the beat but no amount of campaigning will stop him leaving now. PC John Munday is retiring after 28 years foot-slogging round Brighton and Hove. He is considered the city's best-known bobby and in recent
Homebuyers face visits from tax inspectors to check they are not dodging stamp duty under new rules, which came into force yesterday. Deals where buyers get round paying a higher rate of stamp duty by stumping up an inflated amount for "fixtures and fittings
The economy has been given a triple boost thanks to figures showing an upturn in lending, service sector confidence and manufacturing. Mortgage lending continued its strong run during October, with a record £25.28 billion advanced, the Bank of England
A group of girls who want to travel to America to dance in New York have begun a series of sponsored events to fund the trip. The girls from East Brighton College of Media Arts (Comart) in Whitehawk successfully completed a four-hour bike ride, raising
James Lance's latest role alongside Stephen Fry in BBC Two's Absolute Power could have been made for him. In the series about spin doctors, he is cast as a duplicitous charmer who is expert at persuading clients that what he is doing for them is always
The mother of murdered Sarah Payne has given birth to a baby girl. Sara Payne, 34, is said to be "doing well" after delivering her 7lb 14oz daughter at home in Hersham, Surrey. One of the first to send congratulations was grandmother Lesley Payne, who
Rail travellers in Sussex are being warned to expect disruption over the festive season. There will be 12 days of temporary timetables and cancellations due to engineering works. From Christmas Eve until January 5, engineers will undertake track renewal
Youths who play football on seafront lawns are annoying residents. Their complaints have been taken up by Liberal Democrat councillors on Brighton and Hove City Council. Large groups play football on the Brunswick Lawns in Hove most evenings during the
A drunk plane passenger whose rowdy behaviour sparked fears that a terrorist attack was imminent has been fined. Tracey Guttridge, 40, was arrested on landing at Gatwick after crew on the North Western Airlines flight from Detroit phoned the airport's
Disabled groups have joined the fight to save an historic library from moving. They are calling on councillors to allow Hove library to stay where it is. Brighton and Hove City Council needs to improve access for the disabled to comply with legislation
Officers from the Environment Agency are investigating a reported oil spillage along the Sussex seafront. Worried Hove resident Malcolm Ellis contacted The Argus after he spotted the slick from his apartment window. The 66-year-old, of Ashley Court, said
The Government today published the Bill which finally closes a legal loophole allowing child killers to get away with murder. The Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Bill confirms victory for the three-year campaign launched by The Argus after the death
Zesh Rehman's Albion future has been thrown into doubt by a mystery illness. It has sidelined the young midfielder just when he needs to be persuading manager Mark McGhee he is worth keeping on loan from Fulham. Flu-like symptoms ruled Rehman out of the
Six legs are better than four or two for Cynthia Pitts and her dog Kola. The pair walked off with the best six legs category at the Discover Dogs event in London. Held at Earl's Court, the event was organised by the Kennel Club and aimed to show prospective
A dusty diary from 1913 has turned up surprise links between a Sussex village and an Australian battleship. Alisa Rogers came across the tome after a friend, Joan Hill, from Billingshurst, stumbled across it in an attic. It had been given to Mrs Hill's
Comic Steve Coogan got into a spat over spitting as he enjoyed a mixed reception while filming in China. The Hove-based star was in Beijing shooting Around The World In 80 Days and got into a row after objecting to one of the more unusual city habits.
A bankrupt businessman who took deposits from customers for window blinds but failed to do the work has been banned from being a company director for five years. When customers complained to Gary Manders, 34, of Greenbank Avenue, Saltdean, he wrote them
Several companies in Brighton have been duped by a hoax chain letter which has been circulating the world for more than a decade. The letter is an emotional appeal to help a seven-year-old boy with a terminal illness enter the Guinness Book of Records
"I didn't know it was illegal," said a van driver as he sat in a traffic jam, his mobile phone glued to his ear. He carried on chatting regardless. The driver of the car behind was also in the dark about the phone laws. "What am I supposed to do?" he
We dusted off our air guitars and left our dignity at the door, for the mighty Quo had come to town to rock our worlds. Like Japanese soldiers on some remote Pacific island decades after VJ Day convinced the Second World War is still raging, for the Quo
A peace deal has been made between Brighton and Hove's two alternative Fringe festivals. The team behind the grassroots Brighton Fringe Festival was furious when Brighton Festival organisers changed the name of their alternative showcase to Brighton Festival
More than £2 million is being earmarked for a renovation scheme which will provide 90 jobs in the city. Brighton and Hove Regeneration Partnership and the Regional Development Agency have plans for Westergate House in Moulsecoomb. They want to spend cash
A doorman has been found not guilty of allowing people to smoke marijuana at a caf. Jurors at Chichester Crown Court yesterday took 20 minutes to clear Michael Allday, 37, of two charges related to cannabis use at Quantum Leaf in Worthing. The court had
Television presenter Des Lynam and Norman Cook gave John Prescott 6,200 reasons why he should back a stadium at Falmer. The host of ITV1's The Premiership and the international DJ went to Downing Street on Monday to deliver armfuls of hand-written letters
A Girl of 11 fought off a man who tried to bundle her into his car. The child pushed the man away after he grabbed her arms as she walked along Main Street, Northiam, near Rye. The offender pulled up alongside the girl in his red, tatty, estate-type car
More than 20 children were treated by ambulance staff after being taken ill on a school bus. Diesel fumes are believed to have leaked into the coach as it carried 45 teenage pupils to Ringmer Community College yesterday. After the children were dropped
Worthing are aiming for two more wins before Christmas to keep them on the edge of the promotion picture. Ian Davies' men turned in a steely defensive display to win 17-7 at Staines in London One. The result takes them to five wins from nine games and
Lewes missed a golden chance to enhance their London Three South East promotion chances when they were pipped 16-15 at Tonbridge Juddian. Like Heath, they thought they had snatched the win when Tom Saunders scored a late try. Judds replied with a winning
Thank you for your article "Traders fined after recycling rubbish" in which you highlighted the fact I had been fined for doing what the council has consistently requested - recycle our waste (The Argus, November 24). In response to this article, several
Alex Meredith admits he was devastated to see his Haywards Heath side slip up at home. Now he has targeted three wins before Christmas to ease them towards mid-table in National Three South. Heath were pipped 18-14 by high-flying Launceston at a wet Whitemans
The majority of residents in central Brighton who are opposed to the introduction of the communal bin system are house owners rather than flat or bedsit dwellers, who need to get their rubbish out as quick as possible. Hygiene-wise, this can only be a
Lewes Priory will be competing in the Sussex Cricket League premier division next season. There had been a doubt as to whether the club's promotion would be confirmed as the Stanley Turner Ground does not currently meet premier division criteria. However
There is no symbol in the Highway Code for when drivers should be instructed to start urinating. But some jokers obviously felt it was a glaring omission that needed rectifying. How else to explain the touch of editing applied to a road sign at Ditchling
My recent trip to visit an old friend in Brighton's Clifton Hill conservation area began rather strangely. I was parked outside my friend's house when I saw a man in a bird costume tearing some refuse sacks with his bill before scurrying off around the
Olumide Oyedeji hopes a few good showings in the ULEB Cup can help him back into the NBA. The man from Ibadan, Nigeria, has already trained twice with his new Brighton Bears team-mates and would have loved to have joined them in action against Sopot tonight
Brighton Bears have signed former NBA power forward Olumide Oyedeji to boost their ULEB Cup campaign. The 6ft 10ins, 22-year old Nigerian international, who played 27 times for Orlando Magic last season, has teamed up for the second time with Bears chief
East Grinstead remain right on the tail of leaders Old Georgians after suffering a scare at home to Formby before coming through to win 4-3. The home side appeared to be coasting when they went in 3-1 ahead at the interval but a change of tactics from
A body builder allegedly murdered by his wife planned to emigrate to America before his death. Julian Webb died at home in Yapton, near Arundel, after taking a cocktail of drugs on his 31st birthday, the Old Bailey was told yesterday. His wife, Dena Thompson
Lewes manager Paul Benoy believes the future looks bright for his side after they produced their best performance of the season to beat Brooklands 3-2 in National League Division Two. After failing to win since the opening day of the season, Lewes ended
The economy has been given a triple boost thanks to figures showing an upturn in lending, service sector confidence and manufacturing. Mortgage lending continued its strong run during October, with a record £25.28 billion advanced, the Bank of England
Shoppers dived for cover when a string of Christmas lights crashed down in one of Brighton's busiest streets. The bulbs shattered and an electrical cable, believed to be live, was left trailing across East Street. Council workers decided to cut off the
Rail travellers in Sussex are being warned to expect disruption over the festive season. There will be 12 days of temporary timetables and cancellations due to engineering works. From Christmas Eve until January 5, engineers will undertake track renewal
More than £2 million is being earmarked for a renovation scheme which will provide 90 jobs in the city. Brighton and Hove Regeneration Partnership and the Regional Development Agency have plans for Westergate House in Moulsecoomb. They want to spend cash
A group of girls who want to travel to America to dance in New York have begun a series of sponsored events to fund the trip. The girls from East Brighton College of Media Arts (Comart) in Whitehawk successfully completed a four-hour bike ride, raising
James Lance's latest role alongside Stephen Fry in BBC Two's Absolute Power could have been made for him. In the series about spin doctors, he is cast as a duplicitous charmer who is expert at persuading clients that what he is doing for them is always
Rail travellers in Sussex are being warned to expect disruption over the festive season. There will be 12 days of temporary timetables and cancellations due to engineering works. From Christmas Eve until January 5, engineers will undertake track renewal
Youths who play football on seafront lawns are annoying residents. Their complaints have been taken up by Liberal Democrat councillors on Brighton and Hove City Council. Large groups play football on the Brunswick Lawns in Hove most evenings during the
A drunk plane passenger whose rowdy behaviour sparked fears that a terrorist attack was imminent has been fined. Tracey Guttridge, 40, was arrested on landing at Gatwick after crew on the North Western Airlines flight from Detroit phoned the airport's
Officers from the Environment Agency are investigating a reported oil spillage along the Sussex seafront. Worried Hove resident Malcolm Ellis contacted The Argus after he spotted the slick from his apartment window. The 66-year-old, of Ashley Court, said
A man accused of choking a 91-year-old hotel guest in her bed was tracked down from DNA he left behind on a cigarette butt, a court heard. Tilly Rabinovitch said she believed she was going to be raped or killed when Jose Ferreira broke into her room.
The Government today published the Bill which finally closes a legal loophole allowing child killers to get away with murder. The Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Bill confirms victory for the three-year campaign launched by The Argus after the death
Furious parents fired party poppers at councillors as the death sentence for Comart was announced last night. The protest broke out in a committee room at Brighton Town Hall as a meeting of Brighton and Hove City Council's children, families and schools
Six legs are better than four or two for Cynthia Pitts and her dog Kola. The pair walked off with the best six legs category at the Discover Dogs event in London. Held at Earl's Court, the event was organised by the Kennel Club and aimed to show prospective
A dusty diary from 1913 has turned up surprise links between a Sussex village and an Australian battleship. Alisa Rogers came across the tome after a friend, Joan Hill, from Billingshurst, stumbled across it in an attic. It had been given to Mrs Hill's
Comic Steve Coogan got into a spat over spitting as he enjoyed a mixed reception while filming in China. The Hove-based star was in Beijing shooting Around The World In 80 Days and got into a row after objecting to one of the more unusual city habits.
Pop starlet Sophie Ellis Bextor wowed radio listeners today by announcing live on air she was pregnant. Rumours have been rife that Sophie is expecting but the pin-up, whose father lives in Alfriston, today confirmed the good news live on Southern FM.
A bankrupt businessman who took deposits from customers for window blinds but failed to do the work has been banned from being a company director for five years. When customers complained to Gary Manders, 34, of Greenbank Avenue, Saltdean, he wrote them
