A youngster has inspired his young classmates on a course of learning that has left parents and teachers spellbound. Seven-year-old Rory, who has Down's syndrome and speech problems, has helped popularise sign language at his primary school - and now
From tomorrow, euro notes and coins will replace the national currencies of 12 European countries, including many with important links to the Sussex tourist industry. The change means hotels, leisure attractions, and other businesses catering for overseas
The interesting rants of C Wadey (Letters, December 26) remind me of George Orwell's immortal words in Down And Out In Paris And London: "He was an embittered atheist, the sort of atheist who does not so much disbelieve in God as personally dislike Him
With regard to Mick Venour's letter (Letters, December 24) which quoted from The Flag, paper of the National Democrats. The Argus readers should be aware that the National Democrats are, in fact, the National Front under a different name, desperate for
Oh well, it's that time of year again when we all resolve to be perfect people for the next 12 months and usually our perfectness lasts for about two days. Still, I did manage to finally stop smoking in 2001. My resolutions this year will be as follows
The Sage Of Sussex - what a misnomer. How about Labour's Euro advisor? I have been buying The Argus since 1957 and used to enjoy all the articles in it. These days, reading Adam Trimingham's articles really makes my blood boil. I, like many other people
Two goals from teenage striker Lee Newman saw Lewes beat visitors Leyton Pennant to go top of division two on a pitch made treacherous by melting snow. Newman has now hit seven goals in four games. He said: "Things seem to be going well at the moment.
Jenny Moore is heading to Uganda to help establish an orphanage, at the ripe old age of 75. She already sponsors an orphan whose parents became victims of the Aids virus. At just £17 a month, Jenny said the initiative costs the same as a takeaway meal
A first-half strike from Steven Hale proved enough to sentence Worthing to their fourth consecutive league and cup defeat at home to division one high-flyers Northwood. Rebels, whose grim run comes after they gained three straight victories with Barry
Every New Year brings with it new hope, a new ambition, a new vision for another achievement in life. Perhaps it the curiosity of what the future holds in store for us that becomes the inspiration for new resolution each year. But what is it that makes
Temperatures are expected to plunge below freezing tonight as the cold snap continues its grip on Sussex. Motorists awoke to a frosty start today and dozens of drivers fell victim to the icy road conditions. There were a number of minor accidents and
I am delighted the earth mound in Wild Park, ostensibly created to deter travellers, has now been removed by Brighton and Hove City Council (The Argus, December 22). However, surely it has occurred even to the simplest soul that no matter whether earth
The smell of burning rubber and the sound of swearing is but a distant memory in Eastbourne town centre. Until recently, residents who should have been sound asleep had to endure 60 or so cars zooming past their windows at high speeds on a nightly basis
Danny Carroll headed a late goal to give Crawley another three points in their quest for promotion to the Conference. Carroll headed in Ben Judge's right-wing cross six minutes from time to earn Billy Smith's side a victory that maintains their four-point
A bus driver was blinded briefly when youths shone a beam from a laser pen into his right eye. The driver managed to bring his Brighton and Hove bus to a halt and none of his 12 passengers was injured. An ambulance was called and the driver was taken
A pilot killed when his light aircraft crashed has been named. John O'Connor, 47, was flying alone in a twin-seater Robin when it crashed at Goodwood airfield, near Chichester. The single-engine aircraft was within sight of the control tower and it is
Recent break-ins in which jewellery and computer equipment were stolen could be the work of the same offender. Police are linking a number of burglaries in the Pound Hill area of Crawley. A house in St Hilda's Close was broken into when a rear ground-floor
People from all walks of Sussex life are today celebrating recognition in the New Year's Honours. They join some of the biggest names in showbusiness and sport honoured by the Queen as she begins her Golden Jubilee year. Deputy chief constable Maria Wallis
Brewer Bill King saw his family's 100-year-old business torn apart after it was taken over in an aggressive buy-out. He watched the towering chimneys of the old King and Barnes Brewery in Bishopric, Horsham, pulled down to make way for a housing development
When motor enthusiast John Durrance snapped up his dream car he thought it would be the last one off the production line. But Mr Durrance's pride and joy has been picked from hundreds of entrants in a national competition to be recreated in miniature
Rural police in Sussex have made one of their biggest drugs hauls to date. Cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis with a street value of £6,000 were seized during a raid by officers based at Midhurst. About £1,600 in cash was also found, which police believe is
Symbolically, the New Year signifies a renewal life, hence our desire for regeneration and celebration. Modern-day festivities encourage unbridled drinking and eating and are geared less towards restoring health and sanity. By sampling some healthy New
A youngster has inspired his young classmates on a course of learning that has left parents and teachers spellbound. Seven-year-old Rory, who has Down's syndrome and speech problems, has helped popularise sign language at his primary school - and now
The interesting rants of C Wadey (Letters, December 26) remind me of George Orwell's immortal words in Down And Out In Paris And London: "He was an embittered atheist, the sort of atheist who does not so much disbelieve in God as personally dislike Him
I hope you all had a very happy and peaceful time over the holiday. Hopefully you saw all those friends and family members to whom you are still talking after the traumas of buying all the presents and a supply of food which would not disgrace the entire
Surgeons have saved a five-year-old girl's sight after she damaged her eye in a horrific freak accident. Little Milan Thomas almost lost her right eye 18 months ago. The accident left her with part of the eye nearly sliced off and it was touch and go
I have come to believe that, given time, Hove will cease to exist. Our hospital has gone, replaced by a polyclinic with lots of wasted space. Our town hall is now the Hove Centre. The very valuable Citizen's Advice Bureau closed. Planning applications
Pat Davoren proved that he has fully recovered from the nasty tumble he took early in the month in an impressive win in the Boxing Day five-mile road race in Brighton's Preston Park. In near perfect conditions, the Phoenix runner was accompanied by training
Two goals from teenage striker Lee Newman saw Lewes beat visitors Leyton Pennant to go top of division two on a pitch made treacherous by melting snow. Newman has now hit seven goals in four games. He said: "Things seem to be going well at the moment.
A first-half strike from Steven Hale proved enough to sentence Worthing to their fourth consecutive league and cup defeat at home to division one high-flyers Northwood. Rebels, whose grim run comes after they gained three straight victories with Barry
Every New Year brings with it new hope, a new ambition, a new vision for another achievement in life. Perhaps it the curiosity of what the future holds in store for us that becomes the inspiration for new resolution each year. But what is it that makes
I am delighted the earth mound in Wild Park, ostensibly created to deter travellers, has now been removed by Brighton and Hove City Council (The Argus, December 22). However, surely it has occurred even to the simplest soul that no matter whether earth
It is here again. The great British shutdown is upon us. After five months of cynical exploitation (Christmas cards on sale in August), we embark on a fortnight of indolence and self indulgence. It started just before Christmas when thousands of workers
C Wadey's assertion that religious belief is the result of parental influence and the "brainwashing of teachers", (Letters, December 26) cannot apply to the thousands of converts to Christianity and other religions who were reared in Marxist atheism as
Albion should be entering the New Year with a three point lead at the top of the table instead of third place. Twice in the last three matches they have tossed away a 2-0 lead. At Withdean before Christmas Chesterfield came back from the dead after Lee
Two men barged their way into a house and harassed the occupant. The raiders, both dressed in black, searched the property but left empty handed. The 48-year-old victim, who received a cut to his nose, raised the alarm. The attempted robbery happened
A pilot killed when his light aircraft crashed has been named. John O'Connor, 47, was flying alone in a twin-seater Robin when it crashed at Goodwood airfield, near Chichester. The single-engine aircraft was within sight of the control tower and it is
Millionaire music impresario Jeffrey Kruger is made an MBE for his services to jazz. Mr Kruger, of Hill Brow Close, Hove, established the Flamingo jazz club in Soho, London, where he gave breaks to acts including Jimi Hendrix, David Bowie and the Moody
Champion golfer Max Faulkner has finally received the recognition his fans have campaigned for and becomes an OBE. Mr Faulkner, 85, from Pulborough, is the only living British-born winner of the Open who had not been honoured for his achievement. He won
Two top astronomers will be watching the stars when a Sussex planetarium officially opens in April. The dome-shaped centre at Chichester has been built by members of the South Downs Astronomical Society and named after veteran TV stargazer Sir Patrick
A student who took part in a sanctions-busting trip to Iraq says he is prepared to put his freedom at risk again. Matt Barr helped deliver basic medical supplies to the country as part of the pressure group Voices In The Wilderness. He also broke the
A woman today described the horror of finding the body of her murdered sister. Abigail Falkner and two friends broke into a bedsit to discover Chamian Falkner lying dead on the bed. Detectives have launched a hunt for 6ft 7in Paul Flynn, who lived at
When motor enthusiast John Durrance snapped up his dream car he thought it would be the last one off the production line. But Mr Durrance's pride and joy has been picked from hundreds of entrants in a national competition to be recreated in miniature
Children get revved up during the festive season and calming them down for bed can be hard work. The Children's Clinic at Dolphin House specialises in improving the well-being of children and suggests a range of natural ways to help exhausted parents
Symbolically, the New Year signifies a renewal life, hence our desire for regeneration and celebration. Modern-day festivities encourage unbridled drinking and eating and are geared less towards restoring health and sanity. By sampling some healthy New
A man who was refused entry to a bar for being too old has been invited for a free pint at a rival venue. CT's, in Brighton, has also put up a sign saying "Over-50s welcome". John Deverell, 54, was barred from Polar Central, Queens Road, Brighton, run
John Samson is very much mistaken to cite Paradise Lost when accrediting Lucifer as a "prominent nomenclature". It illustrates his ignorance of the poem. In fact, the name, as in the Holy Bible, is limited to its ignominy. Milton emphasizes this when
I had a very nice Christmas Day with friends to visit me, good food and all the usual festive cheer. We were all having a lovely day, until a firework display from somewhere west of the town centre, started. Bangers were set off periodically for the rest
Peace is returning to Eastbourne town centre after a campaign to banish boy racers. Residents have been tormented for more than a decade by so-called cruisers using streets as a race track after dark. They have complained of being kept awake until 4am
The best way to avoid a hangover is to avoid alcohol altogether but that's no good on New Year's Eve. In an ideal world, everyone has incredible will power and everyone knows when to stop. But this is not an ideal world so the other option is to listen
I hope you all had a very happy and peaceful time over the holiday. Hopefully you saw all those friends and family members to whom you are still talking after the traumas of buying all the presents and a supply of food which would not disgrace the entire
Surgeons have saved a five-year-old girl's sight after she damaged her eye in a horrific freak accident. Little Milan Thomas almost lost her right eye 18 months ago. The accident left her with part of the eye nearly sliced off and it was touch and go
Madonna is right, most workmen in England are workshy. I have been a home owner for six years and I have had to call upon a variety of plumbers, electricians, decorators, carpenters and glaziers. They all arrive late, leave early and take endless tea
Alan Milburn, secretary of state for health, presumably has not been a patient in the Royal Sussex Hospital so has not shared the excellent care I received. On Saturday, December 15, I collapsed in Bear Road, Brighton. From the time the ambulance took
I have come to believe that, given time, Hove will cease to exist. Our hospital has gone, replaced by a polyclinic with lots of wasted space. Our town hall is now the Hove Centre. The very valuable Citizen's Advice Bureau closed. Planning applications
Pat Davoren proved that he has fully recovered from the nasty tumble he took early in the month in an impressive win in the Boxing Day five-mile road race in Brighton's Preston Park. In near perfect conditions, the Phoenix runner was accompanied by training
Gary Croydon hailed the unsung heroes who cleared the Leylands Park pitch of snow before his side's 2-1 home win over battling Hailsham. A team of 25 volunteers made sure the ground was playable and they were rewarded with two Phil Churchill goals as
So, the Labour Party has added its voice to the objections to the size of the share development to make the rebuilding of the West Pier viable (The Argus, December 21). Surely it is time to put the old thing out of its misery? Has anyone asked why the
Rebecca Gray is typically severe and self-righteous in her strictures on married men (The Argus, December 26) and, sometimes, women, too. Having a joyous affair after so many years of marriage can have many causes, boredom, wanting to explore, a need
In an age when children are derided for being more interested in Nintendo than the National Curriculum, pupils at Holy Cross Primary School in Uckfield have proved critics wrong. Inspired by seven-year-old Rory Abraham, who has Down's syndrome, 28 youngsters
Hastings Town maintained their eastern promotion challenge with a deserved 2-1 win at Burnham. Town bounced back following their surprise defeat at Eastbourne Borough on Boxing Day and dominated the first half in which they opened up a two-goal lead.
It is here again. The great British shutdown is upon us. After five months of cynical exploitation (Christmas cards on sale in August), we embark on a fortnight of indolence and self indulgence. It started just before Christmas when thousands of workers
Nick Nurse admitted Bears' title dream could be slipping away after they suffered last-gasp heartbreak last night against their Southern Conference rivals. Bears were shot down by a London Towers side who hit an amazing 53 per cent from three-point range
C Wadey's assertion that religious belief is the result of parental influence and the "brainwashing of teachers", (Letters, December 26) cannot apply to the thousands of converts to Christianity and other religions who were reared in Marxist atheism as
Albion should be entering the New Year with a three point lead at the top of the table instead of third place. Twice in the last three matches they have tossed away a 2-0 lead. At Withdean before Christmas Chesterfield came back from the dead after Lee
Albion's clash on New Year's Day against Northampton at Withdean has been postponed due to the freezing weather. The pitch is rock hard and with overnight temperatures forecast to be around minus 5, the game was called off on Monday afternoon. It is the
Two men barged their way into a house and harassed the occupant. The raiders, both dressed in black, searched the property but left empty handed. The 48-year-old victim, who received a cut to his nose, raised the alarm. The attempted robbery happened
Public health spending in West Sussex was more than £40 a person less than in the east of the county last year. Figures published today showed West Sussex Health Authority spent an average of £764.64 on each person in the year 2000-1 while East Sussex
Millionaire music impresario Jeffrey Kruger is made an MBE for his services to jazz. Mr Kruger, of Hill Brow Close, Hove, established the Flamingo jazz club in Soho, London, where he gave breaks to acts including Jimi Hendrix, David Bowie and the Moody
Champion golfer Max Faulkner has finally received the recognition his fans have campaigned for and becomes an OBE. Mr Faulkner, 85, from Pulborough, is the only living British-born winner of the Open who had not been honoured for his achievement. He won
Two top astronomers will be watching the stars when a Sussex planetarium officially opens in April. The dome-shaped centre at Chichester has been built by members of the South Downs Astronomical Society and named after veteran TV stargazer Sir Patrick
A mother who helped set up a centre and support group for victims of brain injury after her son was in a road crash is among those recognised in the New Year's Honours today. Ann Cummings, of Buckle Rise, Seaford, is made an MBE for helping to establish
A student who took part in a sanctions-busting trip to Iraq says he is prepared to put his freedom at risk again. Matt Barr helped deliver basic medical supplies to the country as part of the pressure group Voices In The Wilderness. He also broke the
The body of a woman was discovered in a flat today. Police sealed off the area in Bedford Square, Brighton, and inquiries to determine the cause of death were continuing. Distraught relatives were at the flat and were being comforted by police. Detective
A woman today described the horror of finding the body of her murdered sister. Abigail Falkner and two friends broke into a bedsit to discover Chamian Falkner lying dead on the bed. Detectives have launched a hunt for 6ft 7in Paul Flynn, who lived at
Children get revved up during the festive season and calming them down for bed can be hard work. The Children's Clinic at Dolphin House specialises in improving the well-being of children and suggests a range of natural ways to help exhausted parents
Supergran Jenny Moore has headed into the jungles of Africa to help hundreds of orphans. At the age of 75, when many pensioners would be happy pottering around the garden or relaxing with their families, she has opted to join a group of volunteers in
A man who was refused entry to a bar for being too old has been invited for a free pint at a rival venue. CT's, in Brighton, has also put up a sign saying "Over-50s welcome". John Deverell, 54, was barred from Polar Central, Queens Road, Brighton, run
From tomorrow, euro notes and coins will replace the national currencies of 12 European countries, including many with important links to the Sussex tourist industry. The change means hotels, leisure attractions, and other businesses catering for overseas
John Samson is very much mistaken to cite Paradise Lost when accrediting Lucifer as a "prominent nomenclature". It illustrates his ignorance of the poem. In fact, the name, as in the Holy Bible, is limited to its ignominy. Milton emphasizes this when
With regard to Mick Venour's letter (Letters, December 24) which quoted from The Flag, paper of the National Democrats. The Argus readers should be aware that the National Democrats are, in fact, the National Front under a different name, desperate for
I had a very nice Christmas Day with friends to visit me, good food and all the usual festive cheer. We were all having a lovely day, until a firework display from somewhere west of the town centre, started. Bangers were set off periodically for the rest
Peace is returning to Eastbourne town centre after a campaign to banish boy racers. Residents have been tormented for more than a decade by so-called cruisers using streets as a race track after dark. They have complained of being kept awake until 4am
Oh well, it's that time of year again when we all resolve to be perfect people for the next 12 months and usually our perfectness lasts for about two days. Still, I did manage to finally stop smoking in 2001. My resolutions this year will be as follows
The best way to avoid a hangover is to avoid alcohol altogether but that's no good on New Year's Eve. In an ideal world, everyone has incredible will power and everyone knows when to stop. But this is not an ideal world so the other option is to listen
Madonna is right, most workmen in England are workshy. I have been a home owner for six years and I have had to call upon a variety of plumbers, electricians, decorators, carpenters and glaziers. They all arrive late, leave early and take endless tea
Alan Milburn, secretary of state for health, presumably has not been a patient in the Royal Sussex Hospital so has not shared the excellent care I received. On Saturday, December 15, I collapsed in Bear Road, Brighton. From the time the ambulance took
The Sage Of Sussex - what a misnomer. How about Labour's Euro advisor? I have been buying The Argus since 1957 and used to enjoy all the articles in it. These days, reading Adam Trimingham's articles really makes my blood boil. I, like many other people
Gary Croydon hailed the unsung heroes who cleared the Leylands Park pitch of snow before his side's 2-1 home win over battling Hailsham. A team of 25 volunteers made sure the ground was playable and they were rewarded with two Phil Churchill goals as
PETER Taylor has called on Albion to rediscover their winning ways. The Seagulls are still unbeaten in 11 League matches under Taylor, but Saturday's 2-2 draw at Blackpool was the fifth in their last six outings. The New Year's Day visit of rock-bottom
So, the Labour Party has added its voice to the objections to the size of the share development to make the rebuilding of the West Pier viable (The Argus, December 21). Surely it is time to put the old thing out of its misery? Has anyone asked why the
Jenny Moore is heading to Uganda to help establish an orphanage, at the ripe old age of 75. She already sponsors an orphan whose parents became victims of the Aids virus. At just £17 a month, Jenny said the initiative costs the same as a takeaway meal
Rebecca Gray is typically severe and self-righteous in her strictures on married men (The Argus, December 26) and, sometimes, women, too. Having a joyous affair after so many years of marriage can have many causes, boredom, wanting to explore, a need
In an age when children are derided for being more interested in Nintendo than the National Curriculum, pupils at Holy Cross Primary School in Uckfield have proved critics wrong. Inspired by seven-year-old Rory Abraham, who has Down's syndrome, 28 youngsters
Temperatures are expected to plunge below freezing tonight as the cold snap continues its grip on Sussex. Motorists awoke to a frosty start today and dozens of drivers fell victim to the icy road conditions. There were a number of minor accidents and
Hastings Town maintained their eastern promotion challenge with a deserved 2-1 win at Burnham. Town bounced back following their surprise defeat at Eastbourne Borough on Boxing Day and dominated the first half in which they opened up a two-goal lead.
The smell of burning rubber and the sound of swearing is but a distant memory in Eastbourne town centre. Until recently, residents who should have been sound asleep had to endure 60 or so cars zooming past their windows at high speeds on a nightly basis
Nick Nurse admitted Bears' title dream could be slipping away after they suffered last-gasp heartbreak last night against their Southern Conference rivals. Bears were shot down by a London Towers side who hit an amazing 53 per cent from three-point range
Danny Carroll headed a late goal to give Crawley another three points in their quest for promotion to the Conference. Carroll headed in Ben Judge's right-wing cross six minutes from time to earn Billy Smith's side a victory that maintains their four-point
Albion's clash on New Year's Day against Northampton at Withdean has been postponed due to the freezing weather. The pitch is rock hard and with overnight temperatures forecast to be around minus 5, the game was called off on Monday afternoon. It is the
A bus driver was blinded briefly when youths shone a beam from a laser pen into his right eye. The driver managed to bring his Brighton and Hove bus to a halt and none of his 12 passengers was injured. An ambulance was called and the driver was taken
A man jumped from a first floor window to escape from a blazing house. Rick Windle was trapped in the semi-detached house in Wordsworth Road, Worthing, as flames leapt from downstairs windows. Passers-by alerted the fire brigade and four appliances were
Three fires which broke out within minutes of each other are believed to have been the work of arsonists. Firefighters were called to a blaze in a warehouse in Victoria Road, Crawley, just after midnight. Their attempts to put the fire out were hampered
Peace is returning to Eastbourne town centre after a campaign to banish boy racers. Residents have been tormented for more than a decade by so-called cruisers using streets as a race track after dark. They have complained of being kept awake until 4am
Public health spending in West Sussex was more than £40 a person less than in the east of the county last year. Figures published today showed West Sussex Health Authority spent an average of £764.64 on each person in the year 2000-1 while East Sussex
Recent break-ins in which jewellery and computer equipment were stolen could be the work of the same offender. Police are linking a number of burglaries in the Pound Hill area of Crawley. A house in St Hilda's Close was broken into when a rear ground-floor
A mother who helped set up a centre and support group for victims of brain injury after her son was in a road crash is among those recognised in the New Year's Honours today. Ann Cummings, of Buckle Rise, Seaford, is made an MBE for helping to establish
People from all walks of Sussex life are today celebrating recognition in the New Year's Honours. They join some of the biggest names in showbusiness and sport honoured by the Queen as she begins her Golden Jubilee year. Deputy chief constable Maria Wallis
The body of a woman was discovered in a flat today. Police sealed off the area in Bedford Square, Brighton, and inquiries to determine the cause of death were continuing. Distraught relatives were at the flat and were being comforted by police. Detective
Brewer Bill King saw his family's 100-year-old business torn apart after it was taken over in an aggressive buy-out. He watched the towering chimneys of the old King and Barnes Brewery in Bishopric, Horsham, pulled down to make way for a housing development
Rural police in Sussex have made one of their biggest drugs hauls to date. Cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis with a street value of £6,000 were seized during a raid by officers based at Midhurst. About £1,600 in cash was also found, which police believe is
Supergran Jenny Moore has headed into the jungles of Africa to help hundreds of orphans. At the age of 75, when many pensioners would be happy pottering around the garden or relaxing with their families, she has opted to join a group of volunteers in
