Clara Heyworth was killed by a car as she crossed the road on an evening out with her husband. And for the last four years her family's grief has been added to by having to battle with authorities who should have been on their side. In the
A MOTHER whose daughter was killed when she was hit by a car in New York City has strongly criticised police for their “botched” investigation. Linda Heyworth said it meant there could not be “any justice for my talented, beautiful young daughter
Chris Eubank Junior’s next fight is expected to be a defence of his WBA Interim world middleweight belt. Promoter Frank Warren has confirmed there will be no summer rematch with arch rival Billy Joe Saunders after talks reached deadlock. And
Steve Brown has been appointed as Lewes’s manager for next season. Brown, who ended the 2014-15 campaign as interim boss at the Dripping Pan, will be assisted by former Lewes favourite Jay Lovett. The appointments will be confirmed by the Ryman
Hospital cleaners, caterers and porters could stage a walk-out in a row over pay and conditions. Staff employed by private company Sodexo who work at Brighton and Sussex University hospitals NHS Trust are being balloted for industrial action.
Green-fingered Jean Jackman speaks about what inspired her to establish the Floral Fringe Fair The annual Floral Fringe Fair is a quirky plantaholics wildlife event with a vintage twist. It is set on the 1,400-hectare Knepp Estate at West Grinstead
A family holiday with teenagers can be a challenging business. Hannah Stephenson embarks on an action-packed trail in France to keep all generations amused My heart is in my mouth as I watch my two children run off the slope into the void of sky
Starting at Eartham Wood, Vincent Hallett makes straight for Halnaker Hill along Stane Street. After walking like Romans a more leisurely route is followed over Long Down through Eartham to a Countess’s favourite picnic spot. Take the eastward
You don’t have to introduce new weird and wonderful plant varieties when you have some great reliable stalwarts on your doorstep. Andy McIndoe, MD of Hillier Nurseries, chooses some of the best. As a man who has lovingly cared for, cosseted and
This picture above left, is a rare view, taken on the old Chain Pier and looking back at the buildings at the entrance. The two small ticket kiosks (now on the Palace Pier) were installed in 1871 and the road outside is Madeira Road that replaced the
With his name being bandied around as the next James Bond, a new series of Luther currently being filmed and a starring role alongside Sean Penn in his latest movie, Idris Elba is one of the hottest stars around right now. The 42-year-old actor
Adam Trimingham looks back at how the Royal Pavilion faired in the 20th century Brighton Corporation was bold to buy the Royal Pavilion in 1850 at a time when its fanciful architecture was not really appreciated. The Victorians also carried
Albion have been handed another boost to their summer spending budget thanks to Sunderland’s Premier League survival. The £2.5 million sale of winger Will Buckley in August included a pay-out clause if he helped the Black Cats stay in the top flight
The Albion is offering teenagers the chance to compete for the Seagulls while studying for a sports diploma. Brighton and Hove Albion’s official charity is now recruiting for their BTEC education programmes which will allow teens to study sport
VETERANS gathered at a French cemetery to remember those who lost and saved at Dunkirk 75 years ago. The ceremony in the French port town marked the anniversary of the moment 338,000 British and French troops were saved from German forces and others
BEST-SELLING crime writer Peter James hinted at plans to adapt his books for television at the launch of his latest novel. More than 500 admirers turned up to the launch of Peter James’ You Are Dead at Brighton Racecourse on Thursday night.
A BUBBLE machine and colourful and scented plants are helping children cope with a stay in hospital. The new sensory garden at the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital in Brighton provides a quiet area for young patients and their families as well
Within hours of the election result becoming clear, the issue of hunting with dogs was already being raised. Hunting foxes, deer and hares with hounds has been banned for 10 years. However David Cameron said he would allow a free vote in Parliament
She describes herself as the ‘supply teacher of comedy’, the one who drifted through jobs while her peers rose to great heights, but Helen Lederer’s peripatetic talents are now finally being realised. For the first time in her career she’s being
It must have seemed the cruellest of blows. After years battling to overcome ill health and triumphing to win her dream job, TV and radio presenter Jameela Jamil was given shocking news. “The doctor said ‘you have a lump on your breast’. Hearing
The bandstand at St Ann’s Well Gardens in Hove was built after large crowds came to listen to music in the park. It is pictured here in 1928 and was one of several attractive features including the historic well house which gave the park its name
A mother has vowed to take her children out of school after claiming a headteacher asked her to stop breastfeeding during an assembly. Lisa Bailey, 32, from Eastbourne, said she felt “embarrassed” after allegedly being told to stop breastfeeding
A TV presenter and a campaign group fighting to allow people the right to return to the Chagos Islands presented a petition to the government. Ben Fogle, a patron of the UK Chagos Support Association, and Gianny Augustine, Sabrina Jean and Clifford
TRIBUTES have been paid to a much-loved vicar who has died suddenly and unexpectedly. Canon Martin Onions, vicar of Holy Cross Uckfield and Rural Dean of Uckfield Deanery, was admitted to hospital on Thursday night and died the following morning
A COUNCIL officer who repeatedly sexually abused a teenage boy while at work has been jailed for nine years. Ex-special constable David Cager abused the boy, aged 14 and 15 at the time, at the council depot in Hollingdean Road where he worked as
THE GLITZ and the glamour of Europe’s favourite singing contest will be once again hitting our screens tonight. Eurovision Song Contest fever is gripping the county as the performers gear up to take to the international stage. Representing
House price rises picked up pace last month as uncertainty over the general election saw the number of properties coming on to the market drop to its lowest level for nearly six years, according to new figures. The latest survey of members of the
Jersey was recently announced as one of Europe’s holiday hotspots and Lucy Pearce found the trendiest hotel to give the island a try. You can see why the appeal for Jersey is broadening when boutique hotel’s like The Club are on the menu. Hidden
A farmer was forced to shoot dead a black Labrador which was mauling his sheep – and rangers warn the problem is getting worse. Three sheep were killed and one was injured when two marauding Labradors started chasing and attacking the animals on
A UNIVERSITY expert will be appearing on national TV this week to help with research into badgers. Dawn Scott, an ecologist from the University of Brighton, is featuring in the BBC’s Springwatch programme. Dr Scott, assistant head of the university's
A FORMER marine who lost both his legs in an explosion is enjoying continued success as a sportsman. Joe Townsend finished second in the British Paratriathlon competition, meaning he is now eligible for the European and World championships later
For me, election night was a strange mix of emotions. As the result for Hove and Portslade came at 7.30am, I arrived at the count fully aware of the exit poll and the wipeout that had occurred across the South East of England, Scotland, and too
MOST vintage-lovers might think Brighton is where it’s at, but Emma Yeomans discovers that Lewes could be catching up fast WITH more than 15 vintage and antique shops packed into its historic streets, Lewes is becoming a top destination for fans
DEVOLUTION would lead to a better transport network and adult care services, a council leader has claimed. West Sussex County Council leader Louise Goldsmith is leading calls to the government to hand more powers to local authorities. She described
