The neem tree is a tropical evergreen, related to mahogany. You can tell this tree has a bit of class. In India, neem has been used for more than 4,000 years as a medicine and as a health and beauty aid. The astonishing healing qualities of its seeds,
When parking campaign leader Roger McArthur boarded a holiday jet he hoped to leave his parking ticket troubles behind him. But the peace of Mr McArthur's summer break in Mallorca has been broken - thanks to a story which first appeared in The Argus.
It is easy when you are relaxing on holiday - or even just enjoying the summer sun at home - to get carried away and overdo the booze. But the dangers of binge drinking can be severe. Even government drinking guidelines - two to three units a day for
For many people, the idea of a trip to the dentist stirs up disturbing images of drills and fillings. But preventative steps can make the visit less of a traumatic experience. THE message being sent out by dental nurses and dentists in Sussex is: Start
The story of Dr Xavier Nalletamby (The Argus, June 26) is a sad reflection on society. A doctor called out to an unwell patient should not be expected to have to suffer any kind of abuse while on the call. The doctor is there to help and give advice to
The Sheffield Institute for Studies on Ageing has been looking at the problems of finding suitable work packages for older people. As more and more people are finding their pensions levels may not give them a lifestyle they had hoped for, it is more likely
Albion's star defender Danny Cullip could rejoin former manager Micky Adams at Leicester. Adams is keen to sign Cullip for the FOURTH time, but he cannot make a move for the Seagulls' skipper yet because of financial constraints. Adams must sell again
Why does the Government want to lock away people with dangerous personality disorders? It allows paedophiles to live freely, knowing these people are also a danger to the public. It doesn't make sense to me. They should be locked up, too - they are capable
Physics teacher Stuart Reeves uses Beatles albums to teach children at Heathfield Community College about sound frequencies. Now a panel of judges has chosen him as the best science teacher in the South-East for his fresh and imaginative methods. Stuart
According to Christopher Hawtree (Letters, June 27), it is apparently controversial to wish to represent the people of an electoral ward while residing in another ward. As a regular fixture of Brighton and Hove City Council meetings in the public gallery
Sam Redd is back on top after winning the United Kingdom under-20 javelin title. It has been a long haul for the Brighton and Hove young-ster, who struggled with injury last season and had a disappointing start to 2002. Although she took third place in
The West Division are the champions of Sussex ladies' stoolball. They defeated the Central Division in the final at Little-hampton with a power-packed batting display. The Central Division made 236 in their 45 overs, but the West Division raced to 245
One in five Sussex residents lacks even the most basic understanding of reading, writing and arithmetic. A shocking survey shows we have some of the worst literacy and numeracy rates in the South East, with a significant section of the population handicapped
Letters from motorists make obvious the voting power they and the transport lobby have, which will make sure there will be no improvement in transportation until the roads become so jam-packed they are unusable. Until such time, our balance-of-payments
Before more homes are built in South East England, the Government must ensure local authorities are making the best of what they have already got. There would be little point in building a modern new estate on picturesque fields outside a rural town or
How very refreshing to see Trevor Pateman (Letters, June 20) saying those things every motorist knows but has hitherto been frightened to say. If you require further proof, go to France. There, you will see how easily they cope with a bigger car-owning
I must share my recent experience regarding a local garage where I had extensive repairs carried out on my car. I drive a Ford Mondeo. It had failed its MOT, which resulted in a long list of repairs and advice being issued by the MOT provider. I had been
Sussex's batting woes in the National League know no bounds. Already humbled on trips to Derby, Manchester and The Oval, they plumbed new depths yesterday against a Middlesex side who arrived in Arundel rock-bottom of the second division. Destroyer in
A top quality spinner should be Sussex's priority when they strengthen the squad for next season, according to Chris Adams. The Sussex skipper also says the county must consider recruiting him from overseas if that is their only option. In the last week
The chief executives of Britain's biggest firms are lasting less than four and a half years in their jobs. Criticism over fat-cat pay and pressure from investors is threatening those bosses who fail to deliver, according to the financial web site Cantos
Banking giant Lloyds TSB is considering outsourcing overseas, to places which could include India, South Africa and China. The group said although it had no firm plans, it was looking at a range of options to increase efficiency which could include outsourcing
Football fanatic Adrian Heft paid £4,176 to become a Brighton and Hove Albion player, with a squad number 99. The lifelong fan made a last-minute bid in an internet auction to become an officially registered player. The computer software businessman was
Local authorities in Sussex are failing to benefit from a boom in the South-East. A survey by NatWest of households with an income of more than £100,000 found that of the 40 richest local authorities in Britain, 33 were in the South. Despite this, Mid
Residents and environmentalists fear plans to relax planning restrictions could swamp the countryside with thousands of new homes. The Government is expected to pave the way for major development in the South-East. A swathe of new homes in East and West
Nathan Allen has been appointed property manager for Sussex-based chartered surveyors and estate agents Clifford Dann. Mr Allen will be based at the head office in Lewes. Starting his career in 1994, he completed an extensive training in letting, estate
A restaurant owner has been fined for dumping bags of rubbish outside his premises. Pascal Madjoudi, who runs La Fourchette restaurant in Western Road, Hove, and La Petite Fourchette in East Street, Brighton, admitted two offences of failing to comply
Up to 200 new jobs could be created by electrical retail giant Dixons during an expansion programme. The group, which also runs the Currys, PC World and The Link chains in the UK, today announced it is to create more than 1,000 new jobs in the next year
East Sussex is among the top of the table of English counties for property price rises, according to a new survey. The average price of a home rose by 2.6 per cent in June, according to property research company Hometrack. Its report says the housing
More than one in five Sussex residents lacks basic education skills, according to a worrying new report. A TUC survey of the South-East shows the county has some of the worst literacy and numeracy rates in the region. According Anthony Dunnett, chief
Brighton and Hove's community care chief says staff are working flat out to beat the NHS bed-blocking crisis. Elderly people are finding themselves trapped in hospital, not because they need treatment but because there's nowhere else for them to go. The
The Dome's Worldwide programme offers two bands many believe are the future of dance music. Both are in the middle of world tours and both load their songs with strong political statements. Headlining are the magnificent Ozomatli, the Los Angeles crew
Farmers face an anxious wait to see if a rare pig disease has returned after being wiped out 11 years ago. Samples have been taken from pigs at a farm in West Sussex which has had contacts with an Essex abattoir where traces of Aujeszky's disease have
Supergrass were the most youthful and unpretentious of the mid-Nineties Britpop bands. While Oasis were comparing themselves to The Beatles, Supergrass just seemed to be in it for a laugh - despite naming their second album In It For The Money. After
When parking campaign leader Roger McArthur boarded a holiday jet he hoped to leave his parking ticket troubles behind him. But the peace of Mr McArthur's summer break in Mallorca has been broken - thanks to a story which first appeared in The Argus.
Shame on you if you are one of the people who chastised David Seaman after the freak goal which sent England crashing out of the World Cup! Not only, in my opinion, was the goal a sheer fluke but I challenge anybody to put their hand on their heart and
After 70 years of wedded bliss, Annie and Albert Taylor are one of the longest-married couples in Britain. Annie, 95, and Albert, 94, were married at St Peter's Church, Brighton, on July 2, 1932. The couple, who celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary
Sussex's batting woes in the National League know no bounds. Already humbled on trips to Derby, Manchester and The Oval, they plumbed new depths yesterday against a Middlesex side who arrived in Arundel rock-bottom of the second division. Destroyer in
A car careered through a fence and crashed into a block of flats after its driver lost control. Police were today trying to track down the young man and woman seen running from the wreckage of the blue Ford Escort following the crash on the corner of
Why does the Government want to lock away people with dangerous personality disorders? It allows paedophiles to live freely, knowing these people are also a danger to the public. It doesn't make sense to me. They should be locked up, too - they are capable
The Conservative policy on council housing has been consistent over many years and puts personal choice at the top of the agenda. I am surprised Ruth Arundell suggests city Conservatives have no opinion on this matter (Letters, June 25). Our policy document
I have followed with interest the letters about toilets for Queen's Park, Brighton. I was the first person to organise a petition six years ago. It had 2,500 signatures and backing from five councillors and seven schools, some of whom used the park for
Physics teacher Stuart Reeves uses Beatles albums to teach children at Heathfield Community College about sound frequencies. Now a panel of judges has chosen him as the best science teacher in the South-East for his fresh and imaginative methods. Stuart
Before more homes are built in South East England, the Government must ensure local authorities are making the best of what they have already got. There would be little point in building a modern new estate on picturesque fields outside a rural town or
The last-gasp decision to gamble on Mark Loram's fitness paid off for Eastbourne Eagles at Arlington Stadium on Saturday night. The double-chasing Sussex outfit have one wheel in the Knockout Cup final after Loram inspired them to a 52-38 win over Wolverhampton
Directories business Yell and DIY chain Focus Wickes have both abandoned plans to float because of rocky stock market conditions, it emerged today. Yell said it had decided to withdraw the plans in light of poor equity market conditions. Focus Wickes
An arts extravaganza will kick off when Worthing launches its first fringe festival. Events will include exhibitions, concerts, workshops and dance performances across town. The Sunny Worthing Arts Group, along with other local organisations, have put
An arts extravaganza will kick off when Worthing launches its first fringe festival. Events will include exhibitions, concerts, workshops and dance performances across town. The Sunny Worthing Arts Group, along with other local organisations, have put
Local authorities in Sussex are failing to benefit from a boom in the South-East. A survey by NatWest of households with an income of more than £100,000 found that of the 40 richest local authorities in Britain, 33 were in the South. Despite this, Mid
Residents and environmentalists fear plans to relax planning restrictions could swamp the countryside with thousands of new homes. The Government is expected to pave the way for major development in the South-East. A swathe of new homes in East and West
Nathan Allen has been appointed property manager for Sussex-based chartered surveyors and estate agents Clifford Dann. Mr Allen will be based at the head office in Lewes. Starting his career in 1994, he completed an extensive training in letting, estate
A restaurant owner has been fined for dumping bags of rubbish outside his premises. Pascal Madjoudi, who runs La Fourchette restaurant in Western Road, Hove, and La Petite Fourchette in East Street, Brighton, admitted two offences of failing to comply
Up to 200 new jobs could be created by electrical retail giant Dixons during an expansion programme. The group, which also runs the Currys, PC World and The Link chains in the UK, today announced it is to create more than 1,000 new jobs in the next year
East Sussex is among the top of the table of English counties for property price rises, according to a new survey. The average price of a home rose by 2.6 per cent in June, according to property research company Hometrack. Its report says the housing
The Dome's Worldwide programme offers two bands many believe are the future of dance music. Both are in the middle of world tours and both load their songs with strong political statements. Headlining are the magnificent Ozomatli, the Los Angeles crew
A house had to be evacuated when a motorbike parked against its side wall caught fire. Several people managed to escape unhurt from the property in Manor Place, Bognor, at about 4am on Saturday before fire crews arrived. A brigade spokesman said: "At
Supergrass were the most youthful and unpretentious of the mid-Nineties Britpop bands. While Oasis were comparing themselves to The Beatles, Supergrass just seemed to be in it for a laugh - despite naming their second album In It For The Money. After
The neem tree is a tropical evergreen, related to mahogany. You can tell this tree has a bit of class. In India, neem has been used for more than 4,000 years as a medicine and as a health and beauty aid. The astonishing healing qualities of its seeds,
It is easy when you are relaxing on holiday - or even just enjoying the summer sun at home - to get carried away and overdo the booze. But the dangers of binge drinking can be severe. Even government drinking guidelines - two to three units a day for
For many people, the idea of a trip to the dentist stirs up disturbing images of drills and fillings. But preventative steps can make the visit less of a traumatic experience. THE message being sent out by dental nurses and dentists in Sussex is: Start
I am an 18-year-old Spanish girl who stayed in Eastbourne last summer. I have completely fallen in love with this little town. The glistening sea, the beautiful pier, the streets, the colourful flowers and Beachy Head all impressed me. I also visited
The story of Dr Xavier Nalletamby (The Argus, June 26) is a sad reflection on society. A doctor called out to an unwell patient should not be expected to have to suffer any kind of abuse while on the call. The doctor is there to help and give advice to
Well, I survived the first week in my new job. It was really strange being back in uniform again but a good feeling. Daughter had a good laugh at my navy trousers and tunic top, rather than my "office wear", while I had a reciprocal sneer at her school
The Sheffield Institute for Studies on Ageing has been looking at the problems of finding suitable work packages for older people. As more and more people are finding their pensions levels may not give them a lifestyle they had hoped for, it is more likely
James Kirtley's place in the England team should not come under threat if Darren Gough is picked for tomorrow's match against Sri Lanka. Gough has pronounced himself fit for selection for the third game of the NatWest Series which takes place on his home
Albion's star defender Danny Cullip could rejoin former manager Micky Adams at Leicester. Adams is keen to sign Cullip for the FOURTH time, but he cannot make a move for the Seagulls' skipper yet because of financial constraints. Adams must sell again
A new mother breast-fed someone else's baby after she was handed the wrong child in a maternity ward mix-up. Nathalie Brooks, from Eastbourne, only realised the infant was not hers after nursing her for 20 minutes. Eastbourne District General Hospital
Two postmen from Worthing have been arrested on suspicion of stealing Wimbledon tickets from the mail, Scotland Yard said today. The men, both 25, were arrested on Thursday on suspicion of touting tickets for Court No 1. A Scotland Yard spokesman said
Teenage thugs scattered planks they ripped from a fence across train tracks - then attacked a railway worker called to clear the line. People living nearby had to step in to protect the man when he was set upon by the gang and pinned against a fence as
The property boom in Sussex was today forecast to continue this year with house prices expected to soar by 20 per cent. House values have rocketed in the past decade and, while some housing experts are predicting a slump, many are confident the trend
The loss of 1,000 jobs because of the closure of the Massey Ferguson tractor plant in Coventry has been attributed to competition from cheap foreign imports. The farmers who chose to buy these imported tractors apparently ignored their own vociferous
Recent research claims frequent bathing can lead to increased incidences of asthma in babies and young children. From my own experience, I believe we are also seeing more skin problems such as eczema in babies and children. The need to survive requires
For goodness' sake, please leave The Level in Brighton alone (The Argus, June 22). I am aged more than 70 and walk around the Level frequently, without feeling afraid, and see people of all ages doing the same thing. Of course, I would not walk around
It was a night to remember for the Stone kids at Arl-ington Stadium. Between them, the brother and sister pairing from Robert-sbridge dominated the mini-stox racing, a formula for drivers aged 11 to 16 racing 1,000cc minis. While 13-year-old Michael has
According to Christopher Hawtree (Letters, June 27), it is apparently controversial to wish to represent the people of an electoral ward while residing in another ward. As a regular fixture of Brighton and Hove City Council meetings in the public gallery
Sam Redd is back on top after winning the United Kingdom under-20 javelin title. It has been a long haul for the Brighton and Hove young-ster, who struggled with injury last season and had a disappointing start to 2002. Although she took third place in
The West Division are the champions of Sussex ladies' stoolball. They defeated the Central Division in the final at Little-hampton with a power-packed batting display. The Central Division made 236 in their 45 overs, but the West Division raced to 245
One in five Sussex residents lacks even the most basic understanding of reading, writing and arithmetic. A shocking survey shows we have some of the worst literacy and numeracy rates in the South East, with a significant section of the population handicapped
Letters from motorists make obvious the voting power they and the transport lobby have, which will make sure there will be no improvement in transportation until the roads become so jam-packed they are unusable. Until such time, our balance-of-payments
The battle for promotion to the premier division is hotting up. Leaders East Grinstead, Stirlands and Cuckfield are all in contention with half the programme completed. East Grinstead and Stirlands both had important wins on Saturday, the only outright
How very refreshing to see Trevor Pateman (Letters, June 20) saying those things every motorist knows but has hitherto been frightened to say. If you require further proof, go to France. There, you will see how easily they cope with a bigger car-owning
Leaders Hastings were held to a draw by Steyning in the Shepherd Neame Sussex League. That enabled Three Bridges to close the gap at the top to 22 points after an impressive home win against Eastbourne. Brad Smith hit an unbeaten 102 as Hastings declared
I must share my recent experience regarding a local garage where I had extensive repairs carried out on my car. I drive a Ford Mondeo. It had failed its MOT, which resulted in a long list of repairs and advice being issued by the MOT provider. I had been
Sussex's batting woes in the National League know no bounds. Already humbled on trips to Derby, Manchester and The Oval, they plumbed new depths yesterday against a Middlesex side who arrived in Arundel rock-bottom of the second division. Destroyer in
A top quality spinner should be Sussex's priority when they strengthen the squad for next season, according to Chris Adams. The Sussex skipper also says the county must consider recruiting him from overseas if that is their only option. In the last week
The chief executives of Britain's biggest firms are lasting less than four and a half years in their jobs. Criticism over fat-cat pay and pressure from investors is threatening those bosses who fail to deliver, according to the financial web site Cantos
Banking giant Lloyds TSB is considering outsourcing overseas, to places which could include India, South Africa and China. The group said although it had no firm plans, it was looking at a range of options to increase efficiency which could include outsourcing
Children of travellers are being given new play equipment thanks to a £2,000 charity grant. The official travellers' site in Horsdean, Patcham, Brighton, will have a play area for the eight children who live there. The site, opened three years ago by
A train ploughed into 21 cows in calf which had wandered on to a railway track. All the animals and their calves were killed despite the train driver's efforts to stop. The animals are believed to have broken loose from a field belonging to Newhouse Farm
The property boom in Sussex was today forecast to continue this year with house prices expected to soar by 20 per cent. House values have rocketed in the past decade and, while some housing experts are predicting a slump, many are confident the trend
Football fanatic Adrian Heft paid £4,176 to become a Brighton and Hove Albion player, with a squad number 99. The lifelong fan made a last-minute bid in an internet auction to become an officially registered player. The computer software businessman was
More than one in five Sussex residents lacks basic education skills, according to a worrying new report. A TUC survey of the South-East shows the county has some of the worst literacy and numeracy rates in the region. According Anthony Dunnett, chief
A science teacher who plays Beatles albums in the classroom has been told by his pupils: "We love you, yeah, yeah, yeah." Fab Four fan Stuart Reeves has been hailed as the best science teacher in the South-East. A panel of judges made their decision after
Brighton and Hove's community care chief says staff are working flat out to beat the NHS bed-blocking crisis. Elderly people are finding themselves trapped in hospital, not because they need treatment but because there's nowhere else for them to go. The
Concern over the MMR vaccine shows no sign of going away. It is clear many of those parents persuaded to opt for the triple jab for their children are not convinced of its safety. They are swayed more by the balance of probability than by the absence
Planners are expected to approve a new medical school which has already attracted interest from hundreds of people. The plans for part of the scheme go before Brighton and Hove councillors on Wednesday and they are being recommended to give developers
Farmers face an anxious wait to see if a rare pig disease has returned after being wiped out 11 years ago. Samples have been taken from pigs at a farm in West Sussex which has had contacts with an Essex abattoir where traces of Aujeszky's disease have
Two postmen from Worthing have been arrested on suspicion of stealing Wimbledon tickets from the mail, Scotland Yard said today. The men, both 25, were arrested on Thursday on suspicion of touting tickets for Court No 1. A Scotland Yard spokesman said
More than one in five Sussex residents lacks basic education skills, according to a worrying new report. A TUC survey of the South-East shows the county has some of the worst literacy and numeracy rates in the region. According Anthony Dunnett, chief
Shame on you if you are one of the people who chastised David Seaman after the freak goal which sent England crashing out of the World Cup! Not only, in my opinion, was the goal a sheer fluke but I challenge anybody to put their hand on their heart and
After 70 years of wedded bliss, Annie and Albert Taylor are one of the longest-married couples in Britain. Annie, 95, and Albert, 94, were married at St Peter's Church, Brighton, on July 2, 1932. The couple, who celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary
I am an 18-year-old Spanish girl who stayed in Eastbourne last summer. I have completely fallen in love with this little town. The glistening sea, the beautiful pier, the streets, the colourful flowers and Beachy Head all impressed me. I also visited
Well, I survived the first week in my new job. It was really strange being back in uniform again but a good feeling. Daughter had a good laugh at my navy trousers and tunic top, rather than my "office wear", while I had a reciprocal sneer at her school
James Kirtley's place in the England team should not come under threat if Darren Gough is picked for tomorrow's match against Sri Lanka. Gough has pronounced himself fit for selection for the third game of the NatWest Series which takes place on his home
Sussex's batting woes in the National League know no bounds. Already humbled on trips to Derby, Manchester and The Oval, they plumbed new depths yesterday against a Middlesex side who arrived in Arundel rock-bottom of the second division. Destroyer in
A new mother breast-fed someone else's baby after she was handed the wrong child in a maternity ward mix-up. Nathalie Brooks, from Eastbourne, only realised the infant was not hers after nursing her for 20 minutes. Eastbourne District General Hospital
The property boom in Sussex was today forecast to continue this year with house prices expected to soar by 20 per cent. House values have rocketed in the past decade and, while some housing experts are predicting a slump, many are confident the trend
The loss of 1,000 jobs because of the closure of the Massey Ferguson tractor plant in Coventry has been attributed to competition from cheap foreign imports. The farmers who chose to buy these imported tractors apparently ignored their own vociferous
The Conservative policy on council housing has been consistent over many years and puts personal choice at the top of the agenda. I am surprised Ruth Arundell suggests city Conservatives have no opinion on this matter (Letters, June 25). Our policy document
Recent research claims frequent bathing can lead to increased incidences of asthma in babies and young children. From my own experience, I believe we are also seeing more skin problems such as eczema in babies and children. The need to survive requires
For goodness' sake, please leave The Level in Brighton alone (The Argus, June 22). I am aged more than 70 and walk around the Level frequently, without feeling afraid, and see people of all ages doing the same thing. Of course, I would not walk around
I have followed with interest the letters about toilets for Queen's Park, Brighton. I was the first person to organise a petition six years ago. It had 2,500 signatures and backing from five councillors and seven schools, some of whom used the park for
It was a night to remember for the Stone kids at Arl-ington Stadium. Between them, the brother and sister pairing from Robert-sbridge dominated the mini-stox racing, a formula for drivers aged 11 to 16 racing 1,000cc minis. While 13-year-old Michael has
The battle for promotion to the premier division is hotting up. Leaders East Grinstead, Stirlands and Cuckfield are all in contention with half the programme completed. East Grinstead and Stirlands both had important wins on Saturday, the only outright
Leaders Hastings were held to a draw by Steyning in the Shepherd Neame Sussex League. That enabled Three Bridges to close the gap at the top to 22 points after an impressive home win against Eastbourne. Brad Smith hit an unbeaten 102 as Hastings declared
The last-gasp decision to gamble on Mark Loram's fitness paid off for Eastbourne Eagles at Arlington Stadium on Saturday night. The double-chasing Sussex outfit have one wheel in the Knockout Cup final after Loram inspired them to a 52-38 win over Wolverhampton
Directories business Yell and DIY chain Focus Wickes have both abandoned plans to float because of rocky stock market conditions, it emerged today. Yell said it had decided to withdraw the plans in light of poor equity market conditions. Focus Wickes
Children of travellers are being given new play equipment thanks to a £2,000 charity grant. The official travellers' site in Horsdean, Patcham, Brighton, will have a play area for the eight children who live there. The site, opened three years ago by
A train ploughed into 21 cows in calf which had wandered on to a railway track. All the animals and their calves were killed despite the train driver's efforts to stop. The animals are believed to have broken loose from a field belonging to Newhouse Farm
An arts extravaganza will kick off when Worthing launches its first fringe festival. Events will include exhibitions, concerts, workshops and dance performances across town. The Sunny Worthing Arts Group, along with other local organisations, have put
A science teacher who plays Beatles albums in the classroom has been told by his pupils: "We love you, yeah, yeah, yeah." Fab Four fan Stuart Reeves has been hailed as the best science teacher in the South-East. A panel of judges made their decision after
Concern over the MMR vaccine shows no sign of going away. It is clear many of those parents persuaded to opt for the triple jab for their children are not convinced of its safety. They are swayed more by the balance of probability than by the absence
Planners are expected to approve a new medical school which has already attracted interest from hundreds of people. The plans for part of the scheme go before Brighton and Hove councillors on Wednesday and they are being recommended to give developers
Two postmen from Worthing have been arrested on suspicion of stealing Wimbledon tickets from the mail, Scotland Yard said today. The men, both 25, were arrested on Thursday on suspicion of touting tickets for Court No 1. A Scotland Yard spokesman said
More than one in five Sussex residents lacks basic education skills, according to a worrying new report. A TUC survey of the South-East shows the county has some of the worst literacy and numeracy rates in the region. According Anthony Dunnett, chief
