Convenience foods producer Uniq warned investors the foot-and-mouth outbreak would reduce its profits by about £3.5 million. Uniq, formerly known as Unigate, said the impact of the disease had been most keenly felt at its Malton Foods business, the UK's
A man's arm was trapped in a conveyor belt for 40 minutes as firefighters struggled to free him. The 19-year-old worker was given painkillers as rescuers cut him free from the machinery at Aggregates Supplies in North Quay Road, Newhaven. He was taken
While I support the council's decision to clamp down on illegal parking in Brighton, Superintendent Graham Cox is correct (Argus, March 24) about public and council hostility. The majority believe they have a right to park where they want. -Terry Paine
While I am pleased Brighton police have reduced some crime in the area, can we be absolutely clear they have done so on reduced resources, thanks to government cuts, and that violent crime continues to rise. I also wish to make clear it is not government
The dispute over a blocked footpath near millionaire Nicholas Hoogstraten's £30 million country palace could cost taxpayers £3,000. Landowner Rarebargain Ltd was ordered to pay £5,100 in fines after Lewes magistrates found the path on land it owns in
Sussex police chief Paul Whitehouse found himself thrust into frontline action when he came across a car crash. The chief constable donned a reflective jacket and took control of the scene after yesterday's prang at the Lewes Prison crossroads. Mr Whitehouse
I would like to wish Pride every success with this year's festival (Argus, March 26). I am proud a city such as Brighton is so diverse and that this is something to celebrate. It does not matter if you are gay, straight, black or white - we are all human
On behalf of the executive committee of Brighton Cares, I would like to say a very big thank you to the Theatre Royal and the Ambassador Group. Brighton Cares has received a cheque for £7,340 as its share of the proceeds of the Adult Cinderella, which
My family recently took advantage of the advertised "Early Bird" offer at the Black Lion on London Road, Brighton. I phoned to reserve a table and was told the discount was one-third off meals. We arrived (as requested, before 6.30) and ordered a Combine
Every year, around this time, like the first signs of Spring, there is a flurry of letters from Conservatives in Brighton and Hove complaining about this year's council tax. Every year, someone has to write in and remind people (if they need reminding
Adrian Moore aims to end Ritchie Venner's domination of the Sussex Championships on Sunday. Venner, 35, the current holder, has won the title eight times. Moore returns to the championships, this year to be held at Horsham, after a ten-year absence and
Richard Montgomerie made 77 against his old county as Sussex enjoyed a morale-boosting three wicket win over Northamptonshire on their tour of Grenada yesterday. Montgomerie laid the foundations in Sussex's successful pursuit of their target of 259, but
IT'S fantastic news that the Jubilee Street site in Brighton could at last be developed after lying derelict for many years. On the day the Queen is visiting the city, plans have been submitted to transform the area into a £45 million venue for eating
Parts of Sussex have the highest proportion of old people in the country, especially on the south coast in towns such as Worthing and Bexhill. Elderly people put a strain on both hospital and social services because they tend to have more things wrong
Albion newcomer Martin Thomas is destined to become a firm favourite with the fans. That is the verdict of a Swansea supporters' leader devastated by the popular midfielder's last-gasp move from the Vetch Field to the Seagulls on transfer deadline day
Plans for a large extension to a superstore have been deferred by city councillors. Council officials have recommended that the extension to Asda at Hollingbury be approved. But members of Brighton and Hove planning committee decided last night to visit
A policewoman who worked undercover as a receptionist in a massage parlour told a court she could earn £1,500 a week as a prostitute. The officer gave her evidence from behind a screen under the false name of Denise Brown. It is alleged Stephen O'Callaghan
An explosion tore off part of a flat's roof and blew out a window in Saltdean last night. A woman and her daughter fled the blast. A man, believed to be in his 40s, was arrested at the scene and taken to the John Street police station, Brighton, for questioning
A man appeared in court today accused of kidnapping and raping a seven-year-old girl. Stephen Potter, 35, formerly of Olive Road, Hove and now of no fixed address, is charged with committing the offences in Hove on March 17. He was remanded in custody
Sara Mullett is making a name for herself with songs guaranteed to send her audience to sleep. Her collection of lullabies is causing quite a stir in the music business. Sara and her music have been featured on Classic FM and her CDs are tipped for the
More than 50 holiday camp workers were evacuated from their rooms early today after a fire was discovered in a toilet. The blaze at Butlins, Bognor, is being treated as arson. It broke out in the Kent building, which is used as staff accommodation at
Convenience foods producer Uniq warned investors the foot-and-mouth outbreak would reduce its profits by about £3.5 million. Uniq, formerly known as Unigate, said the impact of the disease had been most keenly felt at its Malton Foods business, the UK's
It's not generally known, because the NTL cable company doesn't publicise it, that an excellent French-language TV channel, TV5, is available to cable subscribers in Sussex. It costs only £1 a month and has programmes from France, Belgium and Switzerland
What is wrong with Tory councillors in Adur? Just as we read in The Argus of more CCTV cameras being funded across Sussex, the Tories in Adur have decided to cut spending on CCTV in our towns. Are the Adur Tories camera-shy? -Name and address supplied
The dispute over a blocked footpath near millionaire Nicholas Hoogstraten's £30 million country palace could cost taxpayers £3,000. Landowner Rarebargain Ltd was ordered to pay £5,100 in fines after Lewes magistrates found the path on land it owns in
Sussex police chief Paul Whitehouse found himself thrust into frontline action when he came across a car crash. The chief constable donned a reflective jacket and took control of the scene after yesterday's prang at the Lewes Prison crossroads. Mr Whitehouse
Albion boss Micky Adams has killed speculation linking him with his old club Southampton by declaring: "I've got a job to do here." Adams had been mentioned as a possible candidate for the post at the Dell following Glenn Hoddle's switch to Spurs. But
Worthing councillors have voted in favour of a change in the system of local government. They agreed last night to a Cabinet system of rule. The Cabinet will consist of a leader and six other lead councillors. The council will still have 36 members and
A last-minute bid to halt eviction proceedings against a pensioner who refuses to leave an old people's home has ended in failure. The fate of Stan Smith, 80, will now be decided by a judge on April 4, after calls for an emergency meeting of a West Sussex
A West Sussex woman is fighting for compensation over a crash which killed her mother and nine-year-old sister. Hannah Martin, 18, lost her mother Tracy and sister Emily, formerly of Fryern Road, Storrington, in the accident on March 30, 1988. Her barrister
A former Eastbourne councillor has pleaded guilty to being more than four times the legal drink-drive limit. Town magistrates heard that Bob Backhouse, 44, was found confused and smelling of alcohol when police found his Ford Granada parked partly on
Two hospital trust boards have decided to press ahead with plans to merge in a bid to avoid "ruin". Eastbourne Hospitals and Hastings and Rother NHS Trusts voted unanimously to move on to the consultation stage. The decisions were reached separately after
The Queen stopped to buy a Big Issue magazine on her whirlwind tour of Brighton and Hove today. The royal visitor had £1 at the ready when she called at the Brighthelm Centre in Church Street, Brighton, to greet St John Ambulance volunteers and Big Issue
On behalf of the executive committee of Brighton Cares, I would like to say a very big thank you to the Theatre Royal and the Ambassador Group. Brighton Cares has received a cheque for £7,340 as its share of the proceeds of the Adult Cinderella, which
Every year, around this time, like the first signs of Spring, there is a flurry of letters from Conservatives in Brighton and Hove complaining about this year's council tax. Every year, someone has to write in and remind people (if they need reminding
Richard Montgomerie made 77 against his old county as Sussex enjoyed a morale-boosting three wicket win over Northamptonshire on their tour of Grenada yesterday. Montgomerie laid the foundations in Sussex's successful pursuit of their target of 259, but
Burgess Hill boss Gary Croydon is sweating on the fitness of striker Ashley Carr ahead of tonight's RUR Cup final against Horsham YMCA at Lancing. Carr hobbled off with a calf strain during Hillians' 2-1 County League win against Redhill on Saturday.
IT'S fantastic news that the Jubilee Street site in Brighton could at last be developed after lying derelict for many years. On the day the Queen is visiting the city, plans have been submitted to transform the area into a £45 million venue for eating
Parts of Sussex have the highest proportion of old people in the country, especially on the south coast in towns such as Worthing and Bexhill. Elderly people put a strain on both hospital and social services because they tend to have more things wrong
Having been musical director at Hove Parish Church for more than 20 years, I have seen a steady growth in traffic and parking problems in central Hove recently. However, it has always been possible to park near All Saints on Saturday evenings (the church
Albion are keeping their fingers crossed that Saturday's match against Mansfield goes ahead. They already face a packed finish to the season of ten games in 36 days. There is only room for one more re-arrangement to prevent the unsatisfactory prospect
Albion have put one over on promotion enemies Cardiff by snatching Martin Thomas. Cardiff wanted to sign Thomas from Swansea, but their arch rivals in Wales blocked the deal. Albion boss Micky Adams snapped Thomas up on a free transfer an hour before
A man accused of molesting a 12-year-old boy on golfing trips faces an Old Bailey retrial. Michael Fernandez, 52, of Denhams Farm, Billingshurst, denied four counts of indecent assault and four more serious sex offences. The jury was discharged after
West Sussex waste planners have been sent back to the drawing board after more than 3,500 people had their say on the future of rubbish disposal. The First Deposit Draft for West Sussex was due to be published in the autumn, but is now rescheduled for
A farmer has abandoned plans to stage Sussex's first trial of genetically modified crops, saying protesters could infect his 300 dairy cows with foot-and-mouth disease. Jeremy Courtney decided to pull out of the proposed trial after a dozen people descended
It's not generally known, because the NTL cable company doesn't publicise it, that an excellent French-language TV channel, TV5, is available to cable subscribers in Sussex. It costs only £1 a month and has programmes from France, Belgium and Switzerland
A mother has recorded a couple of classical lullaby CDs. Tomboy appears daily in The Argus and is updated each day on this website. You can see more of Tomboy on www.moontoon.co.uk The Moontoon website also has comic strips, greeting cards, magazine illustrations
What is wrong with Tory councillors in Adur? Just as we read in The Argus of more CCTV cameras being funded across Sussex, the Tories in Adur have decided to cut spending on CCTV in our towns. Are the Adur Tories camera-shy? -Name and address supplied
It is sad to see the demolition of the old Imperial Theatre. I tried to convince Brighton and Hove City Council the property should not be sold for redevelopment but should be retained as a Lyric Theatre. I refused to attend the recent, so-called ceremony
There were cheers in Telscombe Cliffs when Environment Secretary John Prescott announced that plans to extend Portobello sewage works would not go ahead. But I wonder how many people popping the champagne corks have considered what happens next. It was
The final nail in the coffin for expansion of the Portobello works at Telscombe Cliffs came from Environment Secretary John Prescott yesterday. His department threw out two orders made by Southern Water for compulsory purchase of land owned by Telscombe
Albion boss Micky Adams has killed speculation linking him with his old club Southampton by declaring: "I've got a job to do here." Adams had been mentioned as a possible candidate for the post at the Dell following Glenn Hoddle's switch to Spurs. But
A historic house is to be restored to its former glory in a multi-million pound scheme. Plans to convert the ground floor of Stanmer House into an art gallery are being put before Brighton and Hove city councillors this week for consideration. Local company
The Queen stopped to buy a Big Issue magazine on her whirlwind tour of Brighton and Hove today. The royal visitor had £1 at the ready when she called at the Brighthelm Centre in Church Street, Brighton, to greet St John Ambulance volunteers and Big Issue
R W Carden has, I'm afraid, got his facts a little confused regarding the history of the Imperial Theatre, later called the Essoldo (Opinion, March 21). He states it hadn't had live entertainment for more than 60 years. Since its first night was in April
Sussex riders Mark Jones and John Limpus have won the Sussex CA's 27-mile two-man team trial at Storrington. They saw off the challenge of Hampshire stars Simon Berogna and Steve Walkling. Jones and Limpus (GS Stella) recorded 1hr.2min.13sec, shaving
Most singers would be shocked if their audiences fell asleep during their songs, but not Sara Mullett. The Rottingdean-based soprano has made a selection of lullabies selected to be soothing to young babies. Sara has already tried out the songs on many
As one of the first of the campaigners against the Portobello sewage plant extension (on behalf of Brighton Surfers Against Sewage), I must congratulate the Campaign for Residents Against Portobello (CRAP) on fighting Southern Water's proposals to obtain
Burgess Hill boss Gary Croydon is sweating on the fitness of striker Ashley Carr ahead of tonight's RUR Cup final against Horsham YMCA at Lancing. Carr hobbled off with a calf strain during Hillians' 2-1 County League win against Redhill on Saturday.
No sooner had I read Charles Goode's letter (Opinion, March 26) about the George Street work beginning at the wrong end than I was walking along it to go for lunch - and found a drill had gone through a main, creating a steady stream down that incline
Having been musical director at Hove Parish Church for more than 20 years, I have seen a steady growth in traffic and parking problems in central Hove recently. However, it has always been possible to park near All Saints on Saturday evenings (the church
I visited Brighton cemetery on Mothering Sunday with my four-year-old daughter and baby. We had just walked down to the entrance on Lewes Road and found it locked and were making our way to the other entrance when a man on a bicycle rode past and told
Former Albion Centre of Excellence player Michael Standing admits he may consider quitting Aston Villa because of a lack of first-team opportunities. Standing, who played at England junior levels alongside West Ham's Joe Cole, joined Villa from Brighton
Albion are keeping their fingers crossed that Saturday's match against Mansfield goes ahead. They already face a packed finish to the season of ten games in 36 days. There is only room for one more re-arrangement to prevent the unsatisfactory prospect
Albion have put one over on promotion enemies Cardiff by snatching Martin Thomas. Cardiff wanted to sign Thomas from Swansea, but their arch rivals in Wales blocked the deal. Albion boss Micky Adams snapped Thomas up on a free transfer an hour before
Bright young engineers earned a trophy for helping to save the environment by building their own battery-powered car. The 20 pupils at Buckingham Middle School, Buckingham Road, Shoreham, won the award after putting their machine through its paces at
A farmer has abandoned plans to stage Sussex's first trial of genetically modified crops, saying protesters could infect his 300 dairy cows with foot-and-mouth disease. Jeremy Courtney decided to pull out of the proposed trial after a dozen people descended
Details of a £45 million city centre scheme to give Brighton and Hove its own version of Covent Garden were unveiled today. Plans for the Jubilee Street site were submitted to councillors on the day of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh's visit to help
South African drug tsars visited Brighton and Hove for help in tackling the country's heroin, cocaine and cannabis dependency. Frank Kahn and Professor Solomon Rataemane, of the South African Central Drugs Authority, came to the city yesterday on the
A man's arm was trapped in a conveyor belt for 40 minutes as firefighters struggled to free him. The 19-year-old worker was given painkillers as rescuers cut him free from the machinery at Aggregates Supplies in North Quay Road, Newhaven. He was taken
A mother has recorded a couple of classical lullaby CDs. Tomboy appears daily in The Argus and is updated each day on this website. You can see more of Tomboy on www.moontoon.co.uk The Moontoon website also has comic strips, greeting cards, magazine illustrations
It is sad to see the demolition of the old Imperial Theatre. I tried to convince Brighton and Hove City Council the property should not be sold for redevelopment but should be retained as a Lyric Theatre. I refused to attend the recent, so-called ceremony
While I support the council's decision to clamp down on illegal parking in Brighton, Superintendent Graham Cox is correct (Argus, March 24) about public and council hostility. The majority believe they have a right to park where they want. -Terry Paine
While I am pleased Brighton police have reduced some crime in the area, can we be absolutely clear they have done so on reduced resources, thanks to government cuts, and that violent crime continues to rise. I also wish to make clear it is not government
There were cheers in Telscombe Cliffs when Environment Secretary John Prescott announced that plans to extend Portobello sewage works would not go ahead. But I wonder how many people popping the champagne corks have considered what happens next. It was
The final nail in the coffin for expansion of the Portobello works at Telscombe Cliffs came from Environment Secretary John Prescott yesterday. His department threw out two orders made by Southern Water for compulsory purchase of land owned by Telscombe
The Queen stopped to buy a Big Issue magazine on her whirlwind tour of Brighton and Hove today. The royal visitor had £1 at the ready when she called at the Brighthelm Centre in Church Street, Brighton, to greet St John Ambulance volunteers and Big Issue
A Mid Sussex taxi driver allegedly indecently assaulted a blind woman after going to her house to collect her, a court has been told. Michael George, 60, of Stanford Avenue, Hassocks, arrived at the alleged victim's house and groped her underneath her
A historic house is to be restored to its former glory in a multi-million pound scheme. Plans to convert the ground floor of Stanmer House into an art gallery are being put before Brighton and Hove city councillors this week for consideration. Local company
I would like to wish Pride every success with this year's festival (Argus, March 26). I am proud a city such as Brighton is so diverse and that this is something to celebrate. It does not matter if you are gay, straight, black or white - we are all human
My family recently took advantage of the advertised "Early Bird" offer at the Black Lion on London Road, Brighton. I phoned to reserve a table and was told the discount was one-third off meals. We arrived (as requested, before 6.30) and ordered a Combine
Adrian Moore aims to end Ritchie Venner's domination of the Sussex Championships on Sunday. Venner, 35, the current holder, has won the title eight times. Moore returns to the championships, this year to be held at Horsham, after a ten-year absence and
R W Carden has, I'm afraid, got his facts a little confused regarding the history of the Imperial Theatre, later called the Essoldo (Opinion, March 21). He states it hadn't had live entertainment for more than 60 years. Since its first night was in April
Sussex riders Mark Jones and John Limpus have won the Sussex CA's 27-mile two-man team trial at Storrington. They saw off the challenge of Hampshire stars Simon Berogna and Steve Walkling. Jones and Limpus (GS Stella) recorded 1hr.2min.13sec, shaving
Most singers would be shocked if their audiences fell asleep during their songs, but not Sara Mullett. The Rottingdean-based soprano has made a selection of lullabies selected to be soothing to young babies. Sara has already tried out the songs on many
As one of the first of the campaigners against the Portobello sewage plant extension (on behalf of Brighton Surfers Against Sewage), I must congratulate the Campaign for Residents Against Portobello (CRAP) on fighting Southern Water's proposals to obtain
No sooner had I read Charles Goode's letter (Opinion, March 26) about the George Street work beginning at the wrong end than I was walking along it to go for lunch - and found a drill had gone through a main, creating a steady stream down that incline
I visited Brighton cemetery on Mothering Sunday with my four-year-old daughter and baby. We had just walked down to the entrance on Lewes Road and found it locked and were making our way to the other entrance when a man on a bicycle rode past and told
Former Albion Centre of Excellence player Michael Standing admits he may consider quitting Aston Villa because of a lack of first-team opportunities. Standing, who played at England junior levels alongside West Ham's Joe Cole, joined Villa from Brighton
Albion newcomer Martin Thomas is destined to become a firm favourite with the fans. That is the verdict of a Swansea supporters' leader devastated by the popular midfielder's last-gasp move from the Vetch Field to the Seagulls on transfer deadline day
Plans for a large extension to a superstore have been deferred by city councillors. Council officials have recommended that the extension to Asda at Hollingbury be approved. But members of Brighton and Hove planning committee decided last night to visit
A policewoman who worked undercover as a receptionist in a massage parlour told a court she could earn £1,500 a week as a prostitute. The officer gave her evidence from behind a screen under the false name of Denise Brown. It is alleged Stephen O'Callaghan
An explosion tore off part of a flat's roof and blew out a window in Saltdean last night. A woman and her daughter fled the blast. A man, believed to be in his 40s, was arrested at the scene and taken to the John Street police station, Brighton, for questioning
A man appeared in court today accused of kidnapping and raping a seven-year-old girl. Stephen Potter, 35, formerly of Olive Road, Hove and now of no fixed address, is charged with committing the offences in Hove on March 17. He was remanded in custody
Bright young engineers earned a trophy for helping to save the environment by building their own battery-powered car. The 20 pupils at Buckingham Middle School, Buckingham Road, Shoreham, won the award after putting their machine through its paces at
Details of a £45 million city centre scheme to give Brighton and Hove its own version of Covent Garden were unveiled today. Plans for the Jubilee Street site were submitted to councillors on the day of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh's visit to help
South African drug tsars visited Brighton and Hove for help in tackling the country's heroin, cocaine and cannabis dependency. Frank Kahn and Professor Solomon Rataemane, of the South African Central Drugs Authority, came to the city yesterday on the
Sara Mullett is making a name for herself with songs guaranteed to send her audience to sleep. Her collection of lullabies is causing quite a stir in the music business. Sara and her music have been featured on Classic FM and her CDs are tipped for the
