Prince Charles is reported to be dismayed over our treatment of refugees. How many has he staying with him at his Highgrove Estate or is he planning to accommodate them elsewhere? We should be told. -Liz Walker, Marine Parade, Brighton
Not only are inconsiderate motorists hampering buses, as R. Juht (November 30) correctly points out, they are also hampering pedestrians by increasingly parking on pavements. Surely this is an offence and should be punished? -Trevor Hopper, Hartington
There's a new pantomime in town and it's time to dust off those much-loved gags. Tomboy appears daily in The Argus and is updated each day on this web site. You can see more of Tomboy on www.moontoon.co.uk The Moontoon web site also has comic strips,
Brighton and Hove buses do have contact with their garages. My husband was lost recently and the bus company was brilliant. Staff found him for me, took him off the bus and delivered him to me. They kept me informed. A great big thank you to you all and
What a load of condescending rubbish was written by M. Wilson (December 7) on the future of St Peter's Church. How dare you patronise the Christian majority by saying they should be given a small corner of the church, while giving the majority of it to
For a few months now my husband and I have been concerned about how we can improve communications with each other. Days have gone by when we haven't had a single meaningful exchange. The main problem is that our work shifts have become completely incompatible
Albion were back to full strength for this weekend's FA Cup second round showdown at Glanford Park. Manager Micky Adams named the side which beat Halifax 2-1 at Withdean last Saturday. Scunthorpe made one change to the team which suffered only its second
While visiting a local department store, I realised it was possible to feel a little homesick even in one's own town. I remembered large rolls of brown paper on the end of counters. The assistant would pull out a long enough piece, then rip it in a dead
I was appalled to read the suggested names for the St James's Street area (November 28). First of all, St James's Street is not in Kemp Town, which is further east. It is also ridiculous to use the term "village" for an urban location. As for "Kemp Town
Actress Karen Clegg should have appeared in a puff of smoke as Fairy Bowbells during a dress rehearsal of Dick Whittington at the Connaught Theatre in Worthing. But the wrong one went off at the other side of the stage - and as she was exiting the other
Doug Streeter thinks the people of Peckham keep quiet because of the stigma of being a "grass" (December 4). It is more likely to be because they know even if they did speak out the criminals would be back on the streets in no time. This is why there
The first Scrooges of Christmas have surfaced this season in the Woodland Drive area of Hove. Businessman Robbie Raggio has decorated his detached house with an inflatable snowman on the roof and Santa legs sticking out of the windows. A collecting box
Brighton and Hove Council now proposes to introduce bus lanes, additional crossings and traffic lights along the A23 through Brighton. I confidently predict this will result in still longer traffic hold-ups along this already slow-moving, busy road. Replacing
The wettest autumn on record has caused misery and heartbreak for thousands of homeowners and businesspeople whose premises have been flooded. There's a pressing need for new flood defence schemes to protect the two county towns of Lewes and Chichester
After I and many of my neighbours have yet again been the victims of the mindless vandals who have smashed countless car windows in our area, I have now lost faith in our police force. The latest attacks came at 3.30am. Two of my neighbours called the
I applaud the decision of Sussex Police to set up a networking group for lesbian and gay staff. In the last few years, the police have had to learn some painful lessons about the need to reach out to minority communities in building trust if they are
Albion have announced ticket arrangements for their Christmas and New Year fixtures. Tickets for the home games against Exeter on December 22 (7.45) and Southend on January 1 (noon) go on sale on Monday, priced £13.50 adults and £8.50 concessions. Albion
Bonanza king Paul Hurry goes on trial at the Brighton Centre on Sunday. Speedway's man for all seasons bids to win his third indoor title in four years. And he reckons his experience of trials riding could help him triumph again. Hurry spends the winter
A temporary worker for a Christian housing association forged cheques to steal more than £22,000 from her employers. Ruth Rodgers appeared before Brighton magistrates and admitted two charges of theft and two of forgery. Mrs Rodgers, 48, of The Gardens
An 80-year-old woman dragged a thief off his bike as he tried to snatch her handbag. The stunned mugger, at least 50-years her junior, ran from the scene, leaving his bike behind. Police were today singing the woman's praises. PC John Marriott said: "
A businessman has been sent hate mail after putting Christmas lights on his house to raise money for charity. Robbie Raggio has decked his detached house out with an inflatable snowman on the roof and Santa legs sticking out of the windows. Hundreds of
Not only are inconsiderate motorists hampering buses, as R. Juht (November 30) correctly points out, they are also hampering pedestrians by increasingly parking on pavements. Surely this is an offence and should be punished? -Trevor Hopper, Hartington
Major flood defence projects in Lewes and Chichester face cutbacks after the Environment Agency failed to secure the cash it says it needs. Lewes MP Norman Baker described the Sussex Flood Defence Committee's decision as "madness". The committee - made
What is the point of Brighton and Hove Council encouraging the public to leave their cars at home and use public transport, and then to increase the park and ride fare from £1.20 to £2.00? This must be the most efficient and reliable bus route in Brighton
Brighton and Hove buses do have contact with their garages. My husband was lost recently and the bus company was brilliant. Staff found him for me, took him off the bus and delivered him to me. They kept me informed. A great big thank you to you all and
What a load of condescending rubbish was written by M. Wilson (December 7) on the future of St Peter's Church. How dare you patronise the Christian majority by saying they should be given a small corner of the church, while giving the majority of it to
A pensioner who was told he could not send Christmas crackers through the post has had a helping hand from across the Atlantic. Maurice Simmons, 72, of Holmes Avenue, Hove, was disappointed when told he could not send them to his son in the USA. Post
Albion were back to full strength for this weekend's FA Cup second round showdown at Glanford Park. Manager Micky Adams named the side which beat Halifax 2-1 at Withdean last Saturday. Scunthorpe made one change to the team which suffered only its second
We still remember how car owners throughout the country supported hauliers in almost bringing the country to a standstill through fuel shortage because of the alleged high cost of motoring and especially petrol. I wonder what their feelings are now we
I was surprised to read Carol Ramsden's letter (November 26) suggesting David Lepper does not have the good manners to reply to letters sent to him. This has certainly not been my experience. He has not only acknowledged receipt of my letters, but has
I was appalled to read the suggested names for the St James's Street area (November 28). First of all, St James's Street is not in Kemp Town, which is further east. It is also ridiculous to use the term "village" for an urban location. As for "Kemp Town
Actress Karen Clegg should have appeared in a puff of smoke as Fairy Bowbells during a dress rehearsal of Dick Whittington at the Connaught Theatre in Worthing. But the wrong one went off at the other side of the stage - and as she was exiting the other
Doug Streeter thinks the people of Peckham keep quiet because of the stigma of being a "grass" (December 4). It is more likely to be because they know even if they did speak out the criminals would be back on the streets in no time. This is why there
The first Scrooges of Christmas have surfaced this season in the Woodland Drive area of Hove. Businessman Robbie Raggio has decorated his detached house with an inflatable snowman on the roof and Santa legs sticking out of the windows. A collecting box
The wettest autumn on record has caused misery and heartbreak for thousands of homeowners and businesspeople whose premises have been flooded. There's a pressing need for new flood defence schemes to protect the two county towns of Lewes and Chichester
Ronnie Davies is putting Hove back on the boxing map. Chris Eubank's former trainer has regained his promoter's license from the British Boxing Board of Control. And he has already lined up four shows at Hove Town Hall. Davies stopped promoting in 1988
Albion have announced ticket arrangements for their Christmas and New Year fixtures. Tickets for the home games against Exeter on December 22 (7.45) and Southend on January 1 (noon) go on sale on Monday, priced £13.50 adults and £8.50 concessions. Albion
A temporary worker for a Christian housing association forged cheques to steal more than £22,000 from her employers. Ruth Rodgers appeared before Brighton magistrates and admitted two charges of theft and two of forgery. Mrs Rodgers, 48, of The Gardens
Those whose lives were touched by carer Janette Moss, who drowned while playing by the sea with ten-year-old Timmy Barry, gathered yesterday to pay their last respects. Some 200 friends, relatives and colleagues from social services turned up to the emotional
An 80-year-old woman dragged a thief off his bike as he tried to snatch her handbag. The stunned mugger, at least 50-years her junior, ran from the scene, leaving his bike behind. Police were today singing the woman's praises. PC John Marriott said: "
A businessman has been sent hate mail after putting Christmas lights on his house to raise money for charity. Robbie Raggio has decked his detached house out with an inflatable snowman on the roof and Santa legs sticking out of the windows. Hundreds of
Major flood defence projects in Lewes and Chichester face cutbacks after the Environment Agency failed to secure the cash it says it needs. Lewes MP Norman Baker described the Sussex Flood Defence Committee's decision as "madness". The committee - made
What is the point of Brighton and Hove Council encouraging the public to leave their cars at home and use public transport, and then to increase the park and ride fare from £1.20 to £2.00? This must be the most efficient and reliable bus route in Brighton
As an occasional Albion away fan, I was disappointed to hear Lord Bassam (December 4) backing the club's draconian scheme for away fans. This over-reaction to a few incidents by hooligans drives another nail in the coffin for casual supporters and it's
A pensioner who was told he could not send Christmas crackers through the post has had a helping hand from across the Atlantic. Maurice Simmons, 72, of Holmes Avenue, Hove, was disappointed when told he could not send them to his son in the USA. Post
Stand-in striker Gareth Sheldon dumped Albion out of the FA Cup. His 76th-minute header put Scunthorpe through to a third round draw with Manchester United and Co. It also sentenced the Seagulls to only their second defeat in 20 outings. Sheldon, pushed
We still remember how car owners throughout the country supported hauliers in almost bringing the country to a standstill through fuel shortage because of the alleged high cost of motoring and especially petrol. I wonder what their feelings are now we
I was surprised to read Carol Ramsden's letter (November 26) suggesting David Lepper does not have the good manners to reply to letters sent to him. This has certainly not been my experience. He has not only acknowledged receipt of my letters, but has
If MPs such as Peter Bottomley want to do cyclists a good turn (MP urges helmets for post cyclists, Argus, December 2), I suggest they call for measures to prevent motorists parking in cycle lanes. At Coombe Terrace on the Lewes Road in Brighton, the
Patcham High are all set for the national finals. They roared to a double crown at the Sussex Schools' Relay Swimming Championships at Crawley to complete a remarkable transformation. They clinched their first boys' junior medley and freestyle title successes
The sight of a fairy in a glittering satin frock being blown up certainly wasn't in the script. But actress Karen Clegg, alias Fairy Bowbells, was spellbound to say the least when the last dress rehearsal of a Christmas panto went off with a bang. She
A nursery worker who resigned because she feared children's safety was at risk due to a lack of staff has reached a financial settlement with her former bosses. Theresa Franks was claiming compensation at an employment tribunal against the Daisy Chain
Health bosses have agreed to strip a hospital of its remaining inpatient beds. The temporary closure of 12 beds at Littlehampton Hospital has now been made permanent. Another 15 beds will go as facilities are transferred to Zachary Merton Hospital in
A couple are appealing for help after thieves stole their car - with their two pet dogs inside. Richard and Berenice Christian left Benjy and Margie in the back of the car at their farmhouse while they popped inside for a few minutes. When they returned
Those whose lives were touched by carer Janette Moss, who drowned while playing by the sea with ten-year-old Timmy Barry, gathered yesterday to pay their last respects. Some 200 friends, relatives and colleagues from social services turned up to the emotional
Prince Charles is reported to be dismayed over our treatment of refugees. How many has he staying with him at his Highgrove Estate or is he planning to accommodate them elsewhere? We should be told. -Liz Walker, Marine Parade, Brighton
There's a new pantomime in town and it's time to dust off those much-loved gags. Tomboy appears daily in The Argus and is updated each day on this web site. You can see more of Tomboy on www.moontoon.co.uk The Moontoon web site also has comic strips,
As an occasional Albion away fan, I was disappointed to hear Lord Bassam (December 4) backing the club's draconian scheme for away fans. This over-reaction to a few incidents by hooligans drives another nail in the coffin for casual supporters and it's
For a few months now my husband and I have been concerned about how we can improve communications with each other. Days have gone by when we haven't had a single meaningful exchange. The main problem is that our work shifts have become completely incompatible
Stand-in striker Gareth Sheldon dumped Albion out of the FA Cup. His 76th-minute header put Scunthorpe through to a third round draw with Manchester United and Co. It also sentenced the Seagulls to only their second defeat in 20 outings. Sheldon, pushed
Health bosses have agreed to strip a hospital of its remaining inpatient beds. The temporary closure of 12 beds at Littlehampton Hospital has now been made permanent. Another 15 beds will go as facilities are transferred to Zachary Merton Hospital in
While visiting a local department store, I realised it was possible to feel a little homesick even in one's own town. I remembered large rolls of brown paper on the end of counters. The assistant would pull out a long enough piece, then rip it in a dead
If MPs such as Peter Bottomley want to do cyclists a good turn (MP urges helmets for post cyclists, Argus, December 2), I suggest they call for measures to prevent motorists parking in cycle lanes. At Coombe Terrace on the Lewes Road in Brighton, the
Brighton and Hove Council now proposes to introduce bus lanes, additional crossings and traffic lights along the A23 through Brighton. I confidently predict this will result in still longer traffic hold-ups along this already slow-moving, busy road. Replacing
After I and many of my neighbours have yet again been the victims of the mindless vandals who have smashed countless car windows in our area, I have now lost faith in our police force. The latest attacks came at 3.30am. Two of my neighbours called the
I applaud the decision of Sussex Police to set up a networking group for lesbian and gay staff. In the last few years, the police have had to learn some painful lessons about the need to reach out to minority communities in building trust if they are
Patcham High are all set for the national finals. They roared to a double crown at the Sussex Schools' Relay Swimming Championships at Crawley to complete a remarkable transformation. They clinched their first boys' junior medley and freestyle title successes
Bonanza king Paul Hurry goes on trial at the Brighton Centre on Sunday. Speedway's man for all seasons bids to win his third indoor title in four years. And he reckons his experience of trials riding could help him triumph again. Hurry spends the winter
The sight of a fairy in a glittering satin frock being blown up certainly wasn't in the script. But actress Karen Clegg, alias Fairy Bowbells, was spellbound to say the least when the last dress rehearsal of a Christmas panto went off with a bang. She
A nursery worker who resigned because she feared children's safety was at risk due to a lack of staff has reached a financial settlement with her former bosses. Theresa Franks was claiming compensation at an employment tribunal against the Daisy Chain
Health bosses have agreed to strip a hospital of its remaining inpatient beds. The temporary closure of 12 beds at Littlehampton Hospital has now been made permanent. Another 15 beds will go as facilities are transferred to Zachary Merton Hospital in
A couple are appealing for help after thieves stole their car - with their two pet dogs inside. Richard and Berenice Christian left Benjy and Margie in the back of the car at their farmhouse while they popped inside for a few minutes. When they returned
A woman is in hospital with serious head injuries after a head-on crash on the coast road. A Ford Sierra estate car heading west and an eastbound Rover Metro crashed on the A259 Marsh Road, Pevensey, at 5.15pm yesterday. Both drivers were women from Eastbourne
