A schoolboy has told how he helped to save his best friend's life after he fell on a live rail at a station. Rikky Kilshaw stumbled and fell as he ran across the tracks at Fishersgate, near Brighton, at the weekend. His best friend Matt Bryan said he
Many adults would struggle to name the capital of Malaysia, are baffled by the Greek alphabet and couldn't tell their ulna from their elbow. For four Sussex schoolchildren, however, understanding the complexities of geography, linguistics and anatomy
The Florestan Trio was one of the hits of this year's Brighton Festival. They now make a return visit to the city in this the fourth series of Sunday Morning Coffee Concerts at The Old Market. The trio received the Royal Philharmonic Society's Award for
Sussex theatres present an evening with hypnotist Paul Mckenna, a Sound of Music karaoke night, a spoof virtual sci-fi and a madcap journey into the world of Edward Lear. Sing-a-Long Sound of Music, Chichester Festival Theatre, November 29 and White Rock
ABBA tribute favourites Bjorn Again, alternative country, the return of the Levellers and the Cuban dance of the century are our picks for the coming week. Bjorn Again, Dome Concert Hall, Brighton, December 5. That Dancing Queen anthem is set to go on
Your run-down of the best in jazz and blues performances around Sussex over the next seven days. JIM MULLEN: One of the most consistently excellent and entertaining guitarists, voted number one in 2002 Jazz Awards. He performs here with the In2it team
Fun is something the Lovin' Criminals seem to be lacking at the moment. Only months after releasing their Greatest Hits album, the former kings of lounge-cool were dropped by their record company EMI. Details of the split are vague but the group have
Timothy West has dominated the British stage, television screen and numerous cinemas for 40 years. He has played Churchill, Stalin and Edward VII, as well as bringing us virtually every character created by Shakespeare. Here, he performs the acting equivalent
Shirley Ross was "very surprised" by Jacqui Bealing's Home Truths column last Saturday in which she discussed her husband's forthcoming, ahem, vasectomy. She says: "Totally unsuitable" and, without a touch of irony, "you are a family newspaper." But she
What a delight to hear that Brighton and Hove's chief executive David Panter is sticking a digit in the air at the whining nellies who opposed our bid to be European City of Culture. He is creating a new directorate for arts and culture. And to make sure
A man was caught fly-tipping at a travellers' site after he left a sign advertising his neighbour's business. John Palmer, 58, left the board along with rubble and scrap wood at the camp in Patcham, Brighton, a court heard yesterday. Palmer, of Henfield
Damon Smith does a service by cutting through the hype surrounding the latest James Bond film, Die Another Day (The Argus, November 15). I have seen every Bond film made, some of them many times, but I shalln't be braving the queues for this one. For
Worthing look to close in on the top five and possibly clinch a manager of the month award for boss Barry Lloyd as they host Whyteleafe in Ryman division one south. Lloyd is again expected to field an unchanged side and said: "I've never been one for
The all-American resort of Miami Beach has expressed an interest in twinning with Brighton and Hove. There are many similarities, ranging from a sense of fun to problems with crime. City leaders are doubtful about the wisdom of twinning. But wouldn't
I was pleased to see The George pub, Brighton, won a trade award for Vegetarian Pub of the Year. My wife, Sue, started the vegetarian and vegan menu in 1987 when we were the publicans of what was then The Prince George. At the time, we believe there were
John Maggs wants his Horsham side to keep things buzzing after their derby win by knocking Thame out of the Trophy. The Hornets boss said: "We are only out of one competition, and that was on penalties, and there aren't many sides who can say that. "We
Ian Duncan has been a good friend to culture in Brighton and Hove over many years during which time there have been improvements such as the renovation of the Dome. His departure as culture councillor will be a big loss. Coun Duncan is going because he
The Zap, Brighton's seminal club which changed the face of the city forever, celebrates its 18th anniversary next month. Krista beighton meets its founders. WHEN The Zap Club opened its doors, even Brighton had never seen anything like it. Its fresh approach
I started growing organic soy beans as a hobby and found out in a Press article about fighting with this food against breast cancer. Women who regularly eat soy foods (at least four times a week) had around half the incidence of breast cancer compared
Public transport in Britain is often portrayed as in a pitiful state with people leaving buses and trains for their cars. But new figures released by the Go-Ahead group reveal the two main train companies in Sussex have each seen passenger numbers rise
While I appreciate diagnosis to a medical question is not always possible in one paragraph, I was particularly concerned by Dr David Delvin's response to "Unkindest cut" (The Argus Weekend, November 23). I write both as a student midwife and a woman whose
Bognor have axed Graham Bannatyne after one match as their goalkeeping woes continue. The former Lewes No. 1 was at fault for Horsham's second goal in their 3-1 midweek win at Nyewood Lane. Having discarded both Bannatyne and Mike Brawley, Rocks boss
Teacher Warren Bagnall has been awarded top marks for his match-winning cup heroics. Bagnall, 26, from Brighton, came off the bench on Tuesday night to score a dramatic last-gasp winner for Crawley and set-up a second round clash with Dagenham on December
Sussex's two remaining sides clash head-to-head in tomorrow's unofficial county final of the Powergen Intermediate Cup. London Three South East high-flyers Brighton have been drawn away to a Haywards Heath side two divisions above them. Heath are ambitious
Work has finally started on the long-awaited transformation of Brighton Library. After a century-long wait, the hoardings are up around the site and work is underway. Residents of the city find it difficult to believe the derelict Victorian buildings
The UK's biggest electricity generator is to be restructured and will have a Government loan facility extended to next year in a bid to tackle its financial problems. British Energy will not be given any money above emergency aid of £650 million already
Shares in electrical retailers were rocked after it emerged the Chancellor's pre-Budget report could add millions to the sector's tax bills. Dixons, Kingfisher and Carphone Warehouse shares fell as they revealed how changes to controlled foreign company
A commercial property auction will be held on December 3 and 4 in London, featuring several lots from Sussex. Ranging from shops in Hove to industrial units in Eastbourne, the auction contains 232 lots for investment, development or occupation, currently
Gatwick airport has been spared an increase in landing charges that could have hiked up the cost of air fares. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) today announced increases in landing charges at Heathrow and Stanstead, but said charges at the Sussex airport
A man who racially abused a police officer who had arrested him was told he would be jailed if he reoffended. George Gilmartin and another man were turned away from the Burger King restaurant in North Street, Brighton, by security staff because they were
An alleged torturer accused of a series of robberies claimed he was himself a victim. Carlon Robinson, 27, of Merton Court, Brighton Marina, allegedly tried to shoot dead two of his victims during six months of terror. But he told an Old Bailey jury his
Sussex Police are investigating the theft of sex photographs of glamour model Jordan and former chart topper Dane Bowers. The Polaroid pictures, taken by the couple when Jordan was dating the DJ and ex-pop band member, were in the Sunday Sport. Jordan
A mother of two is facing a Christmas of misery because an operation to remove her gall bladder has been cancelled. June Hornsbury has to stick to low-fat foods and watch her diet because too much rich food can trigger inflammation and pain. Ms Hornsbury
A disabled campaigner on her way to a meeting with rail chiefs was sent on a two-hour round trip because of a broken lift. Ann Bates, from Worthing, was due at a meeting of the Strategic Rail Authority at the Department of Transport to advise on how to
The chairman of this year's Brighton and Hove Pride festival will speak about being stabbed in a gay-hate attack as part of a TV documentary. Andy Dunton's views have been included in a Meridian documentary on the power of the "pink pound". He talks about
A Sussex schoolgirl who developed cancer as a baby has received a humanitarian award on behalf of Cancer Research UK. Doctors diagnosed Ainne Ward with retinoblastoma, a tumour of the eye, when she was just a few months old. As a toddler she had to endure
Labour councillor Ian Duncan has quit his role chairing the culture committee of Brighton and Hove City Council. He made no comment to The Argus about the reason for his resignation. A council source said: "It is pretty obvious he is not happy with the
Soulful, funky house courtesy of superclub Cream and the Brighton launch of Rude are our picks of the week's dancefloor action. Cream, Concorde 2, Brighton, December 7. The superclubs haven't been having the best of times lately but Cream continues to
ABBA tribute favourites Bjorn Again, alternative country, the return of the Levellers and the Cuban dance of the century are our picks for the coming week. Bjorn Again, Dome Concert Hall, Brighton, December 5. That Dancing Queen anthem is set to go on
Fun is something the Lovin' Criminals seem to be lacking at the moment. Only months after releasing their Greatest Hits album, the former kings of lounge-cool were dropped by their record company EMI. Details of the split are vague but the group have
Timothy West has dominated the British stage, television screen and numerous cinemas for 40 years. He has played Churchill, Stalin and Edward VII, as well as bringing us virtually every character created by Shakespeare. Here, he performs the acting equivalent
A man was caught fly-tipping at a travellers' site after he left a sign advertising his neighbour's business. John Palmer, 58, left the board along with rubble and scrap wood at the camp in Patcham, Brighton, a court heard yesterday. Palmer, of Henfield
Labour councillor Ian Duncan has quit his role chairing the culture committee of Brighton and Hove City Council. He made no comment to The Argus about the reason for his resignation. A council source said: "It is pretty obvious he is not happy with the
Firefighters continued to break their picket lines last night to answer emergency calls around Mid Sussex. Striking Crawley firefighters attended a fire in the toilets at the UGC cinema in Crawley just before 8.30pm. Two Green Goddesses and a support
Gatwick airport has been spared an increase in landing charges that could have hiked up the cost of air fares. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) today announced increases in landing charges at Heathrow and Stanstead, but said charges at the Sussex airport
Elderly residents are facing a race against time to find accommodation after hearing their home will shut on Christmas Eve. The 16 residents at Kingstone Nursing Home, London Road, Burgess Hill, many of whom have physical and mental health problems, have
A seconf strike by dustmen has been suspended so peace talks can continue next week. Rubbish collectors and street cleaners in Arundel, Littlehampton and Bognor were expected to walk out today because they want more cash from Arun District Council contractors
The manager of a Dutch-style coffee shop has vowed to keep on trading and said: "They'll have to lock me up to stop me." Cannabis campaigner Chris Baldwin was one of 12 arrested and questioned when 30 officers raided The Quantum Leaf in Rowlands Road,
Clubbers are today being warned to be on their guard this weekend after it emerged two women may have had their drinks spiked at a nightclub. The young women in their early twenties, were taken to hospital after falling ill while clubbing last weekend
I decided to go to the cinema recently to see Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets. A friend advised me to take earplugs since the sound level was bordering on the dangerous. I took this so be a joke at first but when I saw she was not joking, I popped
Damon Smith does a service by cutting through the hype surrounding the latest James Bond film, Die Another Day (The Argus, November 15). I have seen every Bond film made, some of them many times, but I shalln't be braving the queues for this one. For
Mark Pearson (Letters, November 20) is not correct to assert that Sussex Police receive all the income generated from speeding fines. Monies generated from such funds are collected by the Government. Sussex Police do, however, recoup their operating costs
Lewes skipper Will Champness is eager for his side to enjoy Christmas. Champness wants Lewes to be free from fears of relegation come the mid-season break, which follows next Sunday's match with Peterborough Town. A couple of weeks ago, Lewes were looking
There was an article in the Press a couple of weeks ago about a group of scientists in the US who state that magnet cures for arthritis were all in the mind. Fiddlesticks! I have an old dog that has been lame for a year or so and a walk to the end of
Worthing look to close in on the top five and possibly clinch a manager of the month award for boss Barry Lloyd as they host Whyteleafe in Ryman division one south. Lloyd is again expected to field an unchanged side and said: "I've never been one for
The all-American resort of Miami Beach has expressed an interest in twinning with Brighton and Hove. There are many similarities, ranging from a sense of fun to problems with crime. City leaders are doubtful about the wisdom of twinning. But wouldn't
I was pleased to see The George pub, Brighton, won a trade award for Vegetarian Pub of the Year. My wife, Sue, started the vegetarian and vegan menu in 1987 when we were the publicans of what was then The Prince George. At the time, we believe there were
The Zap, Brighton's seminal club which changed the face of the city forever, celebrates its 18th anniversary next month. Krista beighton meets its founders. WHEN The Zap Club opened its doors, even Brighton had never seen anything like it. Its fresh approach
I started growing organic soy beans as a hobby and found out in a Press article about fighting with this food against breast cancer. Women who regularly eat soy foods (at least four times a week) had around half the incidence of breast cancer compared
Bognor have axed Graham Bannatyne after one match as their goalkeeping woes continue. The former Lewes No. 1 was at fault for Horsham's second goal in their 3-1 midweek win at Nyewood Lane. Having discarded both Bannatyne and Mike Brawley, Rocks boss
You have to heave a sigh of despair at the latest fanciful notion from a pen-pusher in Brighton Town Hall with the up-title of Senior Contracts Officer. The genius only sent out a letter to the St James's Street Traders' Association proposing that small
Albion chief Steve Coppell is ready for a battle royal against the Royals at Withdean tomorrow and his close pal Alan Pardew. Reading boss Pardew played under Coppell at Crystal Palace. He scored their winner in a memorable 4-3 victory over Liverpool
Work has finally started on the long-awaited transformation of Brighton Library. After a century-long wait, the hoardings are up around the site and work is underway. Residents of the city find it difficult to believe the derelict Victorian buildings
A man accused of a fatal stabbing told detectives he believed no one was hurt when he confronted a group of men in the street who vandalised his car. Lee Smith said he walked away after a scuffle in Southdown Avenue, Brighton, on the night of March 22
Pub chain JD Wetherspoon stunned the City today by warning profits would be dented by weak bar sales. Sales for the three months to the end of October rose 5.3 per cent, with profits improving in line. But in the four weeks to November 24, underlying
Shoppers will collectively pay £21 million in interest during January after failing to clear their Christmas spending from their credit cards. Spending is expected to exceed £31 billion this Christmas, an average of £660 per person, and more than £7 billion
Shares in electrical retailers were rocked after it emerged the Chancellor's pre-Budget report could add millions to the sector's tax bills. Dixons, Kingfisher and Carphone Warehouse shares fell as they revealed how changes to controlled foreign company
Penfold Heath Media, the Hove-based web design company, has developed a time management system for architects to help improve profitablity. The company worked with a consortium of architects' practices in the South-East and the resulting product, TIMEminder
Albion chief Steve Coppell is ready for a battle royal against the Royals at Withdean tomorrow and his close pal Alan Pardew. Reading boss Pardew played under Coppell at Crystal Palace. He scored their winner in a memorable 4-3 victory over Liverpool
A mother of two is facing a Christmas of misery because an operation to remove her gall bladder has been cancelled. June Hornsbury has to stick to low-fat foods and watch her diet because too much rich food can trigger inflammation and pain. Ms Hornsbury
A disabled campaigner on her way to a meeting with rail chiefs was sent on a two-hour round trip because of a broken lift. Ann Bates, from Worthing, was due at a meeting of the Strategic Rail Authority at the Department of Transport to advise on how to
The manager of a Dutch-style coffee shop has vowed to keep on trading and said: "They'll have to lock me up to stop me." Cannabis campaigner Chris Baldwin was one of 12 arrested and questioned when 30 officers raided The Quantum Leaf in Rowlands Road,
More people are using public transport in Sussex than ever before. The two main rail operators, SouthCentral and Thameslink, along with Brighton and Hove Bus and Coach Company, have all seen an increase in passenger numbers in the last financial year.
The chairman of this year's Brighton and Hove Pride festival will speak about being stabbed in a gay-hate attack as part of a TV documentary. Andy Dunton's views have been included in a Meridian documentary on the power of the "pink pound". He talks about
East Sussex County Council has pledged to force a public inquiry over the new South Downs national park, prompting anger among campaigners. It is the first local authority to say it intends to demand a hearing. The move comes less than two weeks after
A Sussex schoolgirl who developed cancer as a baby has received a humanitarian award on behalf of Cancer Research UK. Doctors diagnosed Ainne Ward with retinoblastoma, a tumour of the eye, when she was just a few months old. As a toddler she had to endure
The Cornish comedian is know for his anecdotal humour, witty observations and thigh-slapping gags. He started in show business singing local songs in the pubs of deepest Cornwall and, within months, there was standing room only at his own gigs. Since
Don't be put off by the title, for these three comic fairytales with a distinctly grown-up flavour will not put you to sleep. This compendium of dark stories is based around the figure of a modern day Cinderella working in a publishing company who finds
Soulful, funky house courtesy of superclub Cream and the Brighton launch of Rude are our picks of the week's dancefloor action. Cream, Concorde 2, Brighton, December 7. The superclubs haven't been having the best of times lately but Cream continues to
CouncilLlors have rejected a suggestion they should delay the redevelopment of the King Alfred leisure centre in Hove. Brighton and Hove City Council is to choose between four developers interested in rebuilding the seafront leisure centre and putting
Labour councillor Ian Duncan has quit his role chairing the culture committee of Brighton and Hove City Council. He made no comment to The Argus about the reason for his resignation. A council source said: "It is pretty obvious he is not happy with the
The man accused of murdering British backpacker Peter Falconio was due to go on trial for rape in Adelaide today. Bradley John Murdoch has been charged with murdering Mr Falconio, a graduate of Brighton University, on a remote Outback road in Northern
I decided to go to the cinema recently to see Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets. A friend advised me to take earplugs since the sound level was bordering on the dangerous. I took this so be a joke at first but when I saw she was not joking, I popped
Player-coach Ian Pattison cannot get in the East Grinstead side at the moment but he has no complaints. Pattison has left himself out of a 17-man squad chosen for Sunday's visit of bottom side Blueharts. Kevin King, who has been sidelined with a broken
Mark Pearson (Letters, November 20) is not correct to assert that Sussex Police receive all the income generated from speeding fines. Monies generated from such funds are collected by the Government. Sussex Police do, however, recoup their operating costs
Lewes skipper Will Champness is eager for his side to enjoy Christmas. Champness wants Lewes to be free from fears of relegation come the mid-season break, which follows next Sunday's match with Peterborough Town. A couple of weeks ago, Lewes were looking
There was an article in the Press a couple of weeks ago about a group of scientists in the US who state that magnet cures for arthritis were all in the mind. Fiddlesticks! I have an old dog that has been lame for a year or so and a walk to the end of
You have to heave a sigh of despair at the latest fanciful notion from a pen-pusher in Brighton Town Hall with the up-title of Senior Contracts Officer. The genius only sent out a letter to the St James's Street Traders' Association proposing that small
Hastings midfielder James Body has a point to prove against Eastbourne Borough in the big Sussex FA Trophy match tomorrow. The 20-year-old played for Borough's youth team for seven years but says he was frozen out following the arrival of manager Garry
A former court jailer accused of murdering his wife's ex- husband told a jury he had no memory of stabbing the man. Father-of-six Bill Davey, 41, died outside his home in Nuthurst Place, Whitehawk, Brighton, after being fatally wounded while walking his
Albion chief Steve Coppell is ready for a battle royal against the Royals at Withdean tomorrow and his close pal Alan Pardew. Reading boss Pardew played under Coppell at Crystal Palace. He scored their winner in a memorable 4-3 victory over Liverpool
A man accused of a fatal stabbing told detectives he believed no one was hurt when he confronted a group of men in the street who vandalised his car. Lee Smith said he walked away after a scuffle in Southdown Avenue, Brighton, on the night of March 22
Pub chain JD Wetherspoon stunned the City today by warning profits would be dented by weak bar sales. Sales for the three months to the end of October rose 5.3 per cent, with profits improving in line. But in the four weeks to November 24, underlying
A landmark city restaurant is to close for a mammoth expansion and refurbishment. Al Duomo's, which has been serving pizza and pasta in Brighton for 23 years, will close in January. The restaurant, in Pavilion Buildings, is expanding into the building
That is just one of the excuses used by the 600 TV licence evaders prosecuted in East Sussex in the past six months. Excuses range from the strange - wrapping the TV in tin foil to fool the detector vans - to the unbelievable - claiming the TV is a Christmas
Penfold Heath Media, the Hove-based web design company, has developed a time management system for architects to help improve profitablity. The company worked with a consortium of architects' practices in the South-East and the resulting product, TIMEminder
When The Zap Club opened its doors, even Brighton had never seen anything like it. Its fresh approach proved contagious, spurring a boom in the town's clubbing scene and helping make it the vibrant city it is today. The venue has grown into one of the
Bright ideas brought a string of awards as Sussex celebrated its outstanding businesses and people. As a student six years ago, Jim McNiven started a design and digital marketing agency. Brighton-based Kerb is now a market leader and won the Creative
Albion chief Steve Coppell is ready for a battle royal against the Royals at Withdean tomorrow and his close pal Alan Pardew. Reading boss Pardew played under Coppell at Crystal Palace. He scored their winner in a memorable 4-3 victory over Liverpool
Bright ideas brought a string of awards as Sussex celebrated its outstanding businesses and people. As a student six years ago, Jim McNiven started a design and digital marketing agency. Brighton-based Kerb is now a market leader and won the Creative
The manager of a Dutch-style coffee shop has vowed to keep on trading and said: "They'll have to lock me up to stop me." Cannabis campaigner Chris Baldwin was one of 12 arrested and questioned when 30 officers raided The Quantum Leaf in Rowlands Road,
More people are using public transport in Sussex than ever before. The two main rail operators, SouthCentral and Thameslink, along with Brighton and Hove Bus and Coach Company, have all seen an increase in passenger numbers in the last financial year.
East Sussex County Council has pledged to force a public inquiry over the new South Downs national park, prompting anger among campaigners. It is the first local authority to say it intends to demand a hearing. The move comes less than two weeks after
A schoolboy has told how he helped to save his best friend's life after he fell on a live rail at a station. Rikky Kilshaw stumbled and fell as he ran across the tracks at Fishersgate, near Brighton, at the weekend. His best friend Matt Bryan said he
Many adults would struggle to name the capital of Malaysia, are baffled by the Greek alphabet and couldn't tell their ulna from their elbow. For four Sussex schoolchildren, however, understanding the complexities of geography, linguistics and anatomy
The Cornish comedian is know for his anecdotal humour, witty observations and thigh-slapping gags. He started in show business singing local songs in the pubs of deepest Cornwall and, within months, there was standing room only at his own gigs. Since
Don't be put off by the title, for these three comic fairytales with a distinctly grown-up flavour will not put you to sleep. This compendium of dark stories is based around the figure of a modern day Cinderella working in a publishing company who finds
The Florestan Trio was one of the hits of this year's Brighton Festival. They now make a return visit to the city in this the fourth series of Sunday Morning Coffee Concerts at The Old Market. The trio received the Royal Philharmonic Society's Award for
Sussex theatres present an evening with hypnotist Paul Mckenna, a Sound of Music karaoke night, a spoof virtual sci-fi and a madcap journey into the world of Edward Lear. Sing-a-Long Sound of Music, Chichester Festival Theatre, November 29 and White Rock
Your run-down of the best in jazz and blues performances around Sussex over the next seven days. JIM MULLEN: One of the most consistently excellent and entertaining guitarists, voted number one in 2002 Jazz Awards. He performs here with the In2it team
CouncilLlors have rejected a suggestion they should delay the redevelopment of the King Alfred leisure centre in Hove. Brighton and Hove City Council is to choose between four developers interested in rebuilding the seafront leisure centre and putting
Shirley Ross was "very surprised" by Jacqui Bealing's Home Truths column last Saturday in which she discussed her husband's forthcoming, ahem, vasectomy. She says: "Totally unsuitable" and, without a touch of irony, "you are a family newspaper." But she
What a delight to hear that Brighton and Hove's chief executive David Panter is sticking a digit in the air at the whining nellies who opposed our bid to be European City of Culture. He is creating a new directorate for arts and culture. And to make sure
A 15-year-old girl was taken to a secluded beach and indecently assaulted by man pretending to be a taxi driver. The driver of a dark coloured, four-door car picked the girl up from Railway Approach, Worthing, on Tuesday morning, before driving her to
More than 170 cars have been seized from the streets of a seaside town as part of a council's offensive on untaxed vehicles. Extra council staff have been working with community wardens, street wardens, police, and residents in Hastings and St Leonards
The man accused of murdering British backpacker Peter Falconio was due to go on trial for rape in Adelaide today. Bradley John Murdoch has been charged with murdering Mr Falconio, a graduate of Brighton University, on a remote Outback road in Northern
Player-coach Ian Pattison cannot get in the East Grinstead side at the moment but he has no complaints. Pattison has left himself out of a 17-man squad chosen for Sunday's visit of bottom side Blueharts. Kevin King, who has been sidelined with a broken
John Maggs wants his Horsham side to keep things buzzing after their derby win by knocking Thame out of the Trophy. The Hornets boss said: "We are only out of one competition, and that was on penalties, and there aren't many sides who can say that. "We
Ian Duncan has been a good friend to culture in Brighton and Hove over many years during which time there have been improvements such as the renovation of the Dome. His departure as culture councillor will be a big loss. Coun Duncan is going because he
Public transport in Britain is often portrayed as in a pitiful state with people leaving buses and trains for their cars. But new figures released by the Go-Ahead group reveal the two main train companies in Sussex have each seen passenger numbers rise
While I appreciate diagnosis to a medical question is not always possible in one paragraph, I was particularly concerned by Dr David Delvin's response to "Unkindest cut" (The Argus Weekend, November 23). I write both as a student midwife and a woman whose
Teacher Warren Bagnall has been awarded top marks for his match-winning cup heroics. Bagnall, 26, from Brighton, came off the bench on Tuesday night to score a dramatic last-gasp winner for Crawley and set-up a second round clash with Dagenham on December
Hastings midfielder James Body has a point to prove against Eastbourne Borough in the big Sussex FA Trophy match tomorrow. The 20-year-old played for Borough's youth team for seven years but says he was frozen out following the arrival of manager Garry
A former court jailer accused of murdering his wife's ex- husband told a jury he had no memory of stabbing the man. Father-of-six Bill Davey, 41, died outside his home in Nuthurst Place, Whitehawk, Brighton, after being fatally wounded while walking his
Sussex's two remaining sides clash head-to-head in tomorrow's unofficial county final of the Powergen Intermediate Cup. London Three South East high-flyers Brighton have been drawn away to a Haywards Heath side two divisions above them. Heath are ambitious
The UK's biggest electricity generator is to be restructured and will have a Government loan facility extended to next year in a bid to tackle its financial problems. British Energy will not be given any money above emergency aid of £650 million already
A landmark city restaurant is to close for a mammoth expansion and refurbishment. Al Duomo's, which has been serving pizza and pasta in Brighton for 23 years, will close in January. The restaurant, in Pavilion Buildings, is expanding into the building
That is just one of the excuses used by the 600 TV licence evaders prosecuted in East Sussex in the past six months. Excuses range from the strange - wrapping the TV in tin foil to fool the detector vans - to the unbelievable - claiming the TV is a Christmas
A commercial property auction will be held on December 3 and 4 in London, featuring several lots from Sussex. Ranging from shops in Hove to industrial units in Eastbourne, the auction contains 232 lots for investment, development or occupation, currently
When The Zap Club opened its doors, even Brighton had never seen anything like it. Its fresh approach proved contagious, spurring a boom in the town's clubbing scene and helping make it the vibrant city it is today. The venue has grown into one of the
Bright ideas brought a string of awards as Sussex celebrated its outstanding businesses and people. As a student six years ago, Jim McNiven started a design and digital marketing agency. Brighton-based Kerb is now a market leader and won the Creative
Gatwick airport has been spared an increase in landing charges that could have hiked up the cost of air fares. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) today announced increases in landing charges at Heathrow and Stanstead, but said charges at the Sussex airport
A man who racially abused a police officer who had arrested him was told he would be jailed if he reoffended. George Gilmartin and another man were turned away from the Burger King restaurant in North Street, Brighton, by security staff because they were
Bright ideas brought a string of awards as Sussex celebrated its outstanding businesses and people. As a student six years ago, Jim McNiven started a design and digital marketing agency. Brighton-based Kerb is now a market leader and won the Creative
An alleged torturer accused of a series of robberies claimed he was himself a victim. Carlon Robinson, 27, of Merton Court, Brighton Marina, allegedly tried to shoot dead two of his victims during six months of terror. But he told an Old Bailey jury his
Sussex Police are investigating the theft of sex photographs of glamour model Jordan and former chart topper Dane Bowers. The Polaroid pictures, taken by the couple when Jordan was dating the DJ and ex-pop band member, were in the Sunday Sport. Jordan
