Retailers continued their bounce back to recovery last month with the sharpest rise in sales volumes for more than two years, according to figures just released. But business leaders warned the sales rise was still not a consumer boom. The Confederation
I NOW have proof positive that at least one person other than myself reads this column. Following last week's article on service, bemoaning the passing of the helpful garage attendant, I had a phone call to tell me it is alive and well in Alfriston. There
FIVE youngsters, one just 15, were seriously hurt today when a stolen car crashed after a 100mph chase. Two were fighting for their lives as Sussex Police launched an investigation under the supervision of the Police Complaints Authority. Officers working
FORMER Minister Peter Mandelson was today appointed Secretary of State for Northern Ireland . Prime Minister Tony Blair decided to rehabilitate the fallen Trade and Industry Secretary to the Cabinet. Mr Mandelson resigned at Christmas after a scandal
Bears' win in their first ever Championship match at the Triangle, Burgess Hill, made up for their 84-78 defeat by the same opponents at Brentwood last month and gave the club back-to-back victories for the first time for 20 months. Scantlebury said:
Helped by the generosity of a former team-mate, his cheeky opportunism earned Albion maximum points against one of his old clubs. Anticipating Billy Barr's suicidal backpass, Aspinall nipped in to lift the ball calmly over the advancing Andy Dibble. The
SHAMROCK Farm has wrapped itself in a cloak of secrecy for more than 40 years. Few outsiders have been allowed to venture into the compound, a policy no doubt spurred by the threat to its staff. Previously they have been forced to endure malicious phone
Claire said: "I got into lots of trouble with school, because I was never there. I missed about a third of my schooling. The truant officer was always coming round, but Mum was a good talker and it often ended up with the truant officer having their palm
MEET the 100 millennium faces of Brighton and Hove. An in-line skating pensioner, a decorated war hero and a newborn baby were among the amazing range of people who came together yesterday to launch the 100 Faces project. The winners were born in each
MORE than 400 animal rights demonstrators brought chaos to a town as they stormed the shopping centre and held a sit-down protest in the road. Around 150 police, many in riot gear, were called in to break up the gathering. Officers linked arms to form
CAMPAIGNERS against a multi-million pound sewage works have vowed to stop paying their council tax if councillors approve the scheme. More than 300 members of Pebsham Residents Action Group say they will use hard-hitting tactics to get their message of
Retailers continued their bounce back to recovery last month with the sharpest rise in sales volumes for more than two years, according to figures just released. But business leaders warned the sales rise was still not a consumer boom. The Confederation
NATURE FLOCKS of starlings often puncture my lawn with "snake bites" in their quest for leatherjackets, leaving it looking as though it has been pricked with a garden fork. But I do not object. Not only do they reduce the number of larvae which feed on
I NOW have proof positive that at least one person other than myself reads this column. Following last week's article on service, bemoaning the passing of the helpful garage attendant, I had a phone call to tell me it is alive and well in Alfriston. There
The Sussex squad won yesterday's inter-league challenge against the second division cup finalists 56-34 at Arling-ton Stadium. The match, predict-ably, turned into an end-of-year benefit for the top Eastbourne riders. Martin Dugard, David Norris and rider
He wanted to cash in on another friendly bet with pal Knighton before grabbing the only goal against his old club. "When I was at Carlisle I had a bet with Michael that he wouldn't lose weight," revealed Aspinall. "He never did, so he owed me £100 for
MOTORISTS and traders have hit out at plans to increase parking charges across Arun in a bid to head off a cash crisis. The move comes just two weeks after cash-strapped Arun District Council said it was considering the closure of several venues because
SHAMROCK Farm has wrapped itself in a cloak of secrecy for more than 40 years. Few outsiders have been allowed to venture into the compound, a policy no doubt spurred by the threat to its staff. Previously they have been forced to endure malicious phone
Claire said: "I got into lots of trouble with school, because I was never there. I missed about a third of my schooling. The truant officer was always coming round, but Mum was a good talker and it often ended up with the truant officer having their palm
MEET the 100 millennium faces of Brighton and Hove. An in-line skating pensioner, a decorated war hero and a newborn baby were among the amazing range of people who came together yesterday to launch the 100 Faces project. The winners were born in each
MORE than 400 animal rights demonstrators brought chaos to a town as they stormed the shopping centre and held a sit-down protest in the road. Around 150 police, many in riot gear, were called in to break up the gathering. Officers linked arms to form
CAMPAIGNERS against a multi-million pound sewage works have vowed to stop paying their council tax if councillors approve the scheme. More than 300 members of Pebsham Residents Action Group say they will use hard-hitting tactics to get their message of
NATURE FLOCKS of starlings often puncture my lawn with "snake bites" in their quest for leatherjackets, leaving it looking as though it has been pricked with a garden fork. But I do not object. Not only do they reduce the number of larvae which feed on
Burgess Hill and East Preston were held to draws while Saltdean came from behind to salvage a point off Three Bridges. Hillians' failure to beat bottom of the table Shoreham at Middle Road was the major surprise. James Bird gave the champions a half-time
But Sports' coach Nick Greenwood is refusing to talk about a title challenge. He said: "To be honest, I don't even look at the table. I just concentrate on getting the team ready for the next game. It really is too early to start thinking about titles
The Sussex squad won yesterday's inter-league challenge against the second division cup finalists 56-34 at Arling-ton Stadium. The match, predict-ably, turned into an end-of-year benefit for the top Eastbourne riders. Martin Dugard, David Norris and rider
He wanted to cash in on another friendly bet with pal Knighton before grabbing the only goal against his old club. "When I was at Carlisle I had a bet with Michael that he wouldn't lose weight," revealed Aspinall. "He never did, so he owed me £100 for
MOTORISTS and traders have hit out at plans to increase parking charges across Arun in a bid to head off a cash crisis. The move comes just two weeks after cash-strapped Arun District Council said it was considering the closure of several venues because
A former magis-trate's daughter collap-sed in the dock yester-day as she was jailed for possessing heroin. Pippa Reynolds, 37, who denied having £5,000 of the drug with intent to supply, was found guilty at Lewes Crown Court and sentenced to three years
FIVE youngsters, one just 15, were seriously hurt today when a stolen car crashed after a 100mph chase. Two were fighting for their lives as Sussex Police launched an investigation under the supervision of the Police Complaints Authority. Officers working
FORMER Minister Peter Mandelson was today appointed Secretary of State for Northern Ireland . Prime Minister Tony Blair decided to rehabilitate the fallen Trade and Industry Secretary to the Cabinet. Mr Mandelson resigned at Christmas after a scandal
Burgess Hill and East Preston were held to draws while Saltdean came from behind to salvage a point off Three Bridges. Hillians' failure to beat bottom of the table Shoreham at Middle Road was the major surprise. James Bird gave the champions a half-time
But Sports' coach Nick Greenwood is refusing to talk about a title challenge. He said: "To be honest, I don't even look at the table. I just concentrate on getting the team ready for the next game. It really is too early to start thinking about titles
Bears' win in their first ever Championship match at the Triangle, Burgess Hill, made up for their 84-78 defeat by the same opponents at Brentwood last month and gave the club back-to-back victories for the first time for 20 months. Scantlebury said:
Helped by the generosity of a former team-mate, his cheeky opportunism earned Albion maximum points against one of his old clubs. Anticipating Billy Barr's suicidal backpass, Aspinall nipped in to lift the ball calmly over the advancing Andy Dibble. The
A former magis-trate's daughter collap-sed in the dock yester-day as she was jailed for possessing heroin. Pippa Reynolds, 37, who denied having £5,000 of the drug with intent to supply, was found guilty at Lewes Crown Court and sentenced to three years
