Albion boss Steve Coppell is contemplating a goalkeeping conundrum as he plots promotion from the Second Division. Dave Beasant's short-term deal has expired and rookie Will Packham has been released, which leaves Michel Kuipers as the only custodian
Images of the Queen wearing a gas mask on mock stamps remain on display in a gallery while wrangles over copyright continue. But managers at Artrepublic, in Bond Street, Brighton, have agreed not to sell any more of the digital prints until the matter
Animal lovers are planning to bare all in protest at the treatment of Spanish bulls ahead of a traditional festival. The men, from Brighton and Worthing, aim to streak through the streets of Pamplona before next month's annual Running Of The Bulls fiesta
I was interested to read the recent article by Adam Trimingham (The Argus, May 29) concerning the millions of birds being killed annually by neighbourhood moggies. I have long believed cats are having a significant effect on bird populations and it might
Brighton and Hove will never be a major British city unless Falmer stadium is built, the public inquiry into the scheme heard today. Daily Telegraph chief sports writer Paul Hayward, said he could think of no other conurbation that needed a modern sports
Union bosses said today they would fight any plans for compulsory redundancies at trouble-hit East Brighton College of Media Arts. Unison says it has been told four support staff will lose their jobs at the school. However, Brighton and Hove City Council
A motorist who dragged a police officer along the road when he tried to carry out a spot check has admitted causing grievous bodily harm. At Lewes Crown Court yesterday Clive Anness, 32, also admitted driving while disqualified and dangerous driving.
Inkfish, the call centre company with a flagship office in Brighton, has been named one of the biggest operators in the country. The company came fifth in a top ten of large companies based on growth chosen by Marketing Magazine, after recording 36.75
One of Britain's most respected solicitors has been fined £2,500 after he become embroiled in a conflict of interest between clients. Patrick Richards, 55, sits on the national council for the Law Society and even advises lawyers on regulatory matters
The Princess Royal travelled by bus and came face-to-face with bats and meerkats during a whistlestop tour of East Sussex. During her three-hour visit yesterday afternoon, she made a series of trips to bolster the beleaguered tourist industry following
American Express is opening a permanent call-handling centre in India, fuelling concern from employees' unions. The company, which is the biggest private employer in Brighton and Hove, will direct telephone calls from customers in the UK, Australia and
The excellent letter published the same day as Coun Green's from Murray Hume and Kevin McIntyre of East Sussex Wildlife Rescue And Ambulance Service more than adequately answered his criticisms regarding the swans' removal to a place of safety. Unlike
The decision by Trevor Weeks and the Swan Sanctuary, Egham, to remove the swans and cygnets fromWillowbrook Road not only saved the beautiful birds from certain death but also saved Billy Elliot of Wadars and Councillor Green from acute embarrassment
In response to Peter Green's comments regarding theWillowbrook swans (Letters, June 4), it is amazing how the attitude of councillors changes when they come under fire. I would like to thank the many people who have phoned, written or come up to us to
Before Peter Baxter (Letters, June 6) gets too excited about deism in the world today, I suggest he first reads The Age Of Reason by the deist Thomas Paine, which propounds the theory of deism and systematically demolishes the myths of Christianity and
It is quite obvious the terms and conditions the University of Brighton is trying to impose on the Albion are simply not in the best interests of the city of Brighton and Hove, the club nor their respective residents or supporters. Bear in mind this is
About 2,000 competitors took part in the seventh BAA Gatwick Sussex Youth Games. It featured 11 events and teams from all 13 Sussex boroughs, at three Horsham venues, Broadbridge Heath Leisure Centre, Horsham Park and Christ's Hospital School. There was
Teachers have got themselves in a right flap over some unwelcome newcomers in their school grounds. The pupils at St Mark's CoE School in Manor Farm, Brighton, were given the off yesterday when some nesting seagulls went into attack mode to defend their
The resumed public inquiry into the planning application for the Falmer stadium has revealed something of the complexity facing all parties. The University of Brighton is concerned about access to the stadium, primarily via the coach park, and the need
Congratulations to Dick Knight and Steve Coppell on reaching an agreement that ensures Brighton and Hove Albion has a quality manager for the forthcoming season. I am particularly delighted that Steve has not been put off re-signing by the latest development
Manypeople will sadly identify with the suffering endured by Keir Cracknell and his family at the hands of their nightmare neighbour. Nicholas Formosa played loud music into the early hours and magistrates heard that he also stamped on the floor, moved
Once again Voice Of The Argus (June 6) is hopelessly biased in favour of the stadium development at Falmer, regardless of the devastating impact on the local environment and community. It says that "although there are problems over access, finance and
Steve Coppell's decision to continue as Albion manager for at least another year made it easier to cope with returning home after a Hart family holiday in Florida. Last summer's dithering about appointing a new manager was a major factor in the club's
A man was undergoing surgery today for a facial wound after a bottle attack in a Brighton subway. The victim, 31, suffered a lacerated left cheek when a fight broke out at the beach end of the subway at the foot of West Street, Brighton, at 8.25pm yesterday
A city centre property could be turned into safe accommodation for vulnerable young people. Brighton and Hove City Council has been leasing the building in Bedford Square, Brighton, to a registered social landlord (RSL) for the last seven years to provide
Angry villagers will form a convoy of cars as they escort a lorry around their homes in protest at plans for a landfill site. The vehicle, the same size as a waste lorry, will be driven on country roads around the Freshfield Lane Brickworks, near Horsted
Disabled football fans need a new stadium because of poor facilities at Withdean, a public inquiry heard. Eleanor Ellison, of Brighton and Hove Albion Disabled Supporters' Club, said many fans had difficulty attending games at the temporary ground. She
American Express is opening a permanent call-handling centre in India, fuelling concern from employees' unions. The company, which is the biggest private employer in Brighton and Hove, will direct telephone calls from customers in the UK, Australia and
A caterer who feared he had lost his livelihood when his burger van was stolen has got the vehicle back. Thieves made off with the unique vehicle from outside Tony Welti's home in Horsham on May 31. Mr Welti, concerned his business would fail, contacted
A woman has been killed in a blaze at her Sussex home. She was carried unconscious from the building and died on her way to hospital. Firefighters found her in an upstairs room of the smokelogged house in High Street, Ardingly, late last night. They had
Hundreds of children were given the day off school after seagulls began dive-bombing teachers in the playground. Staff making their way to and from the building had to take cover under umbrellas. The gulls went into attack mode after hatching chicks in
A noisy neighbour who played blaring music by Wings and Pink Floyd into the early hours and sang "like a demented banshee" is facing eviction. Nicholas Formosa was convicted of harassment after waging a war of attrition against a family in the flat below
Tough new rules are needed to control a controversial anti-depressant, according to a woman who blames the drug for wrecking her life. The Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) yesterday said Seroxat should not be given to under-18s because
Cherished photos and memorabilia left by a wartime pilot may have been mistakenly picked up by bidders at a museum auction. David Peters, 75, loaned the items to the D-Day Museum of Aviation at Shoreham airport last year but they have since vanished.
The future of a popular annual walk and marathon for charity is under threat because of a lack of volunteers. Thousands of people have taken part in the Rottingdean Windmill Walk over the South Downs in its 20-year history, helping to raise thousands
Motorcycling angler Philip Clarke has completed his mission to catch a trout in Northern Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales within 24 hours. He carried out the challenge to raise money for cancer charities despite setbacks. Philip, 42, from South Avenue
The humble staff uniform, usually bearable at best but often downright embarrassing, is being preserved for posterity at a Sussex museum. Polyester uniforms from department store C&A are among the historical relics being safeguarded at Worthing Museum
Albion boss Steve Coppell is contemplating a goalkeeping conundrum as he plots promotion from the Second Division. Dave Beasant's short-term deal has expired and rookie Will Packham has been released, which leaves Michel Kuipers as the only custodian
Images of the Queen wearing a gas mask on mock stamps remain on display in a gallery while wrangles over copyright continue. But managers at Artrepublic, in Bond Street, Brighton, have agreed not to sell any more of the digital prints until the matter
American Express is opening a permanent call-handling centre in India, fuelling concern from employees' unions. The company, which is the biggest private employer in Brighton and Hove, will direct telephone calls from customers in the UK, Australia and
Union bosses said today they would fight any plans for compulsory redundancies at trouble-hit East Brighton College of Media Arts. Unison says it has been told four support staff will lose their jobs at the school. However, Brighton and Hove City Council
Former Wimbledon champion Lindsay Davenport will return to Eastbourne next week to challenge for the Hastings Direct International title. The world No. 5, who won in 2001, joins fellow top ten players Jennifer Capriati, Chanda Rubin, Daniela Hantuchova
Inkfish, the call centre company with a flagship office in Brighton, has been named one of the biggest operators in the country. The company came fifth in a top ten of large companies based on growth chosen by Marketing Magazine, after recording 36.75
One of Britain's most respected solicitors has been fined £2,500 after he become embroiled in a conflict of interest between clients. Patrick Richards, 55, sits on the national council for the Law Society and even advises lawyers on regulatory matters
Licensees in Brighton and Hove are becoming involved in policy-making in the city. A group, The Licensees Association (LA), was formed earlier this year and is being led by chairman Simon Woplin and secretary Neil Lucas. The group has drawn up a constitution
American Express is opening a permanent call-handling centre in India, fuelling concern from employees' unions. The company, which is the biggest private employer in Brighton and Hove, will direct telephone calls from customers in the UK, Australia and
A man once charged with the manslaughter of Sussex father-of-two Jay Abatan has been found dead. Relatives found the body of Graham Curtis, 40, hanging at his home in Port Hall Road, Brighton. Tests are continuing today to determine the cause of death
A woman has been killed in a blaze at her Mid Sussex home. She was carried unconscious from the building and died on her way to hospital. Firefighters found her in an upstairs room of the smokelogged house in High Street, Ardingly, late last night. They
A ten-year-old East Sussex boy has been convicted of driving while disqualified. The child, who has already been banned for a previous driving offence, admitted driving a Vauxhall Cavalier while banned. The boy, from Ore, near Hastings, also admitted
Before Peter Baxter (Letters, June 6) gets too excited about deism in the world today, I suggest he first reads The Age Of Reason by the deist Thomas Paine, which propounds the theory of deism and systematically demolishes the myths of Christianity and
Arun triumphed for the third time in six years after finishing as top borough in the BAA Gatwick sponsored event in Horsham. They claimed gold medals in the girls football, rugby and mixed tennis, a silver medal in the mixed hockey and bronze medals in
About 2,000 competitors took part in the seventh BAA Gatwick Sussex Youth Games. It featured 11 events and teams from all 13 Sussex boroughs, at three Horsham venues, Broadbridge Heath Leisure Centre, Horsham Park and Christ's Hospital School. There was
The resumed public inquiry into the planning application for the Falmer stadium has revealed something of the complexity facing all parties. The University of Brighton is concerned about access to the stadium, primarily via the coach park, and the need
Sussex League: Axed Zimbabwe batsman Mark Vermeulen is poised to join East Grinstead. Vermeulen was dismissed from the Zimbabwe tour party this week for a breach of discipline after the second Test defeat to England at the Riverside. The 24-year-old opener
An article in a leading national newspaper on June 1, described as "obscene" the things that had happened to delay Brighton and Hove Albion's new stadium and predicted it would all come out one day. One hopes so. Just as on hopes the latest delays involving
Crawley striker Nic McDonnell has left the club to join Ryman Premier Division side St Albans. The 22-year-old was allowed to leave as a free agent due to a technicality which meant Reds were forced to forfeit the right to a compensation fee under FA
Steve Coppell's decision to continue as Albion manager for at least another year made it easier to cope with returning home after a Hart family holiday in Florida. Last summer's dithering about appointing a new manager was a major factor in the club's
Bobby Zamora was given 19 minutes to impress and help England under-21s keep European Championship hopes alive last night. He did his bit as David Platt's side scored a flattering 2-0 win over the Slovak Republic at the Stadium of Light. The Albion striker
John Robinson is in no rush to resolve his future as Albion and Cardiff head the queue for his services. The Seagulls remain favourites to re-sign the Charlton winger but a deal is unlikely to be concluded until next month. Boss Steve Coppell confirmed
A plea has been made for Government funding to help a struggling school run by Dame Vera Lynn's charity. The School for Parents at Ingfield Manor in Billingshurst, West Sussex, teaches under fives with cerebral palsy alongside their parents, so they can
Angry villagers will form a convoy of cars as they escort a lorry around their homes in protest at plans for a landfill site. The vehicle, the same size as a waste lorry, will be driven on country roads around the Freshfield Lane Brickworks, near Horsted
Disabled football fans need a new stadium because of poor facilities at Withdean, a public inquiry heard. Eleanor Ellison, of Brighton and Hove Albion Disabled Supporters' Club, said many fans had difficulty attending games at the temporary ground. She
American Express is opening a permanent call-handling centre in India, fuelling concern from employees' unions. The company, which is the biggest private employer in Brighton and Hove, will direct telephone calls from customers in the UK, Australia and
Levels of graffiti in Brighton and Hove have hit a new low following a massive cleaning blitz on city centre streets. New figures from Brighton City Centre Business Forum show the incidence of graffiti reached its lowest in three years in March, following
The Princess Royal travelled by bus and came face-to-face with bats and meerkats during a whistlestop tour of East Sussex. During her three-hour visit yesterday afternoon, she made a series of trips to bolster the beleaguered tourist industry following
An Eastbourne woman told her mother she loved her for the first time shortly before she plunged to her death from a top-floor flat. Vivien Francis, 57, was described as lovable, warm and extremely loyal by friend Muriel Huson, of Wilmington Square, Eastbourne
A retired court clerk may have died after a shard of glass lodged in his throat, an inquest heard. The body of Richard Green, 84, of Southfields Road, Eastbourne, was discovered on January 28, East Sussex coroner Alan Craze heard yesterday. A post-mortem
A woman has been killed in a blaze at her Sussex home. She was carried unconscious from the building and died on her way to hospital. Firefighters found her in an upstairs room of the smokelogged house in High Street, Ardingly, late last night. They had
Hundreds of children were given the day off school after seagulls began dive-bombing teachers in the playground. Staff making their way to and from the building had to take cover under umbrellas. The gulls went into attack mode after hatching chicks in
A noisy neighbour who played blaring music by Wings and Pink Floyd into the early hours and sang "like a demented banshee" is facing eviction. Nicholas Formosa was convicted of harassment after waging a war of attrition against a family in the flat below
A plea has been made for Government funding to help a struggling school run by Dame Vera Lynn's charity. The School for Parents at Ingfield Manor in Billingshurst, West Sussex, teaches under fives with cerebral palsy alongside their parents, so they can
Cherished photos and memorabilia left by a wartime pilot may have been mistakenly picked up by bidders at a museum auction. David Peters, 75, loaned the items to the D-Day Museum of Aviation at Shoreham airport last year but they have since vanished.
Motorcycling angler Philip Clarke has completed his mission to catch a trout in Northern Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales within 24 hours. He carried out the challenge to raise money for cancer charities despite setbacks. Philip, 42, from South Avenue
Girls Aloud, winners of hit TV show Popstars: The Rivals, are the latest to join a host of acts for the biggest party of the summer. They will bring the Sound Of The Underground to Brighton's Party in the Park on Sunday June 22. Nadine Coyle, Cheryl Tweedy
The humble staff uniform, usually bearable at best but often downright embarrassing, is being preserved for posterity at a Sussex museum. Polyester uniforms from department store C&A are among the historical relics being safeguarded at Worthing Museum
MPs today backed warnings from Brighton and Hove health chiefs that cases of sexually transmitted diseases are spiralling out of control. Brighton GUM/HIV clinic told the Health Select Committee huge increases in the diseases had led to cramped conditions
A mother whose ill health prevented her flying to America to see her daughter get married watched the wedding build-up from her living room via a webcam link. Gillian Kitchener dressed up and gathered round the television with close friends and family
I am a film producer looking for information on Betty May, the subject of a feature film we are intending to make. A screenplay is currently being written and concentrates on events in the early Twenties. Betty May Golding was born in Limehouse in 1894
I write in response to the letter from Tony Slow of West Sussex Wildlife Protection Group (Letters, May 28) regarding the Willowbrook Road swans. I do not know where your information came from but the facts in your letter are inaccurate. The brook is
Some people are woken each morning by alarm clocks - others rely on a partner digging them in the ribs. I used to be stirred from my sleep by squabbling seagulls circling my chimney. I say used to because in recent weeks I've been woken instead by the
A woman who told a jury she was raped by a man in her hotel room has denied telling him she was working as a prostitute. The 25-year-old IT consultant was staying at the Hilton Metropole Hotel, on Brighton seafront, in November last year when she was
Licensees in Brighton and Hove are becoming involved in policy-making in the city. A group, The Licensees Association (LA), was formed earlier this year and is being led by chairman Simon Woplin and secretary Neil Lucas. The group has drawn up a constitution
Retail is vital to the UK's economy so it is only fitting that the Sussex Business Awards 2003 recognise retailers' contributions to the region's economic vitality. The Sussex Retailer of the Year Award is open to any business selling goods or services
A man once charged with the manslaughter of Sussex father-of-two Jay Abatan has been found dead. Relatives found the body of Graham Curtis, 40, hanging at his home in Port Hall Road, Brighton. Tests are continuing today to determine the cause of death
Arun triumphed for the third time in six years after finishing as top borough in the BAA Gatwick sponsored event in Horsham. They claimed gold medals in the girls football, rugby and mixed tennis, a silver medal in the mixed hockey and bronze medals in
Sussex League: Axed Zimbabwe batsman Mark Vermeulen is poised to join East Grinstead. Vermeulen was dismissed from the Zimbabwe tour party this week for a breach of discipline after the second Test defeat to England at the Riverside. The 24-year-old opener
Graffiti is the scourge of Brighton and Hove's streets. In a city which prides itself on its reputation as a tourist magnet, the unsightly scrawl adorning the walls of its shops and cafes must be eradicated. It gives the impression of an uncared for,
An article in a leading national newspaper on June 1, described as "obscene" the things that had happened to delay Brighton and Hove Albion's new stadium and predicted it would all come out one day. One hopes so. Just as on hopes the latest delays involving
Crawley striker Nic McDonnell has left the club to join Ryman Premier Division side St Albans. The 22-year-old was allowed to leave as a free agent due to a technicality which meant Reds were forced to forfeit the right to a compensation fee under FA
Steve Lovell has been appointed as the new manager of Hastings United. The former Wales international was unveiled last night by the club's committee and beat 11 other applicants for the job. Lovell has been coaching the under-17s at Gillingham and works
Former Wimbledon champion Lindsay Davenport will return to Eastbourne next week to challenege for the Hastings Direct International title. The world No. 5, who won in 2001, joins fellow top ten players Jennifer Capriati, Chanda Rubin, Daniela Hantuchova
Bobby Zamora was given 19 minutes to impress and help England under-21s keep European Championship hopes alive last night. He did his bit as David Platt's side scored a flattering 2-0 win over the Slovak Republic at the Stadium of Light. The Albion striker
Albion boss Steve Coppell is contemplating a goalkeeping conundrum as he plots promotion from the Second Division. Dave Beasant's short-term deal has expired and rookie Will Packham has been released, which leaves Michel Kuipers as the only custodian
John Robinson is in no rush to resolve his future as Albion and Cardiff head the queue for his services. The Seagulls remain favourites to re-sign the Charlton winger but a deal is unlikely to be concluded until next month. Boss Steve Coppell confirmed
Levels of graffiti in Brighton and Hove have hit a new low following a massive cleaning blitz on city centre streets. New figures from Brighton City Centre Business Forum show the incidence of graffiti reached its lowest in three years in March, following
The Princess Royal travelled by bus and came face-to-face with bats and meerkats during a whistlestop tour of East Sussex. During her three-hour visit yesterday afternoon, she made a series of trips to bolster the beleaguered tourist industry following
Kinky Friedman is, in no particular order, a country singer, author of murder mysteries, Jewish cowboy and cigar-smoking storyteller. He is a cult hero to the likes of Bill Clinton and Nelson Mandela and, judging from the packed crowd at Komedia, a number
It is a shame the Opera Group could only play two nights of its latest show in Brighton. Its version of Leonard Bernstein's Candide was colourful, fast, bawdy and verging on the wild - I'm sure Bernstein would have loved it. From short skirts, hefty cleavages
A ten-year-old Sussex boy has been convicted of driving while disqualified. The child, who has already been banned for a previous driving offence, admitted driving a Vauxhall Cavalier while banned. The boy, from Ore, near Hastings, also admitted taking
A plea has been made for Government funding to help a struggling school run by Dame Vera Lynn's charity. The School for Parents at Ingfield Manor in Billingshurst, West Sussex, teaches under fives with cerebral palsy alongside their parents, so they can
Schoolteacher Jane Longhurst was described as "a diamond who sparkled from every angle" at her funeral in Brighton. St Peter's Church resounded with tributes yesterday as hundreds of people packed the thanksgiving service for Jane, who was found strangled
Girls Aloud, winners of hit TV show Popstars: The Rivals, are the latest to join a host of acts for the biggest party of the summer. They will bring the Sound Of The Underground to Brighton's Party in the Park on Sunday June 22. Nadine Coyle, Cheryl Tweedy
An Eastbourne man hung himself after a family row, an inquest heard. Luke Pettitt, 21, was found hanged from a tree in Hampden Park, Eastbourne, on November 14. An inquest yesterday revealed he had been drunk during an argument with his mother, Theresa
A man whose body was found at the foot of a Worthing multi-storey car park probably killed himself, an inquest heard. Richard Emery, 37, was found at Teville Gate shortly after 9pm on March 28. An inquest heard he had fallen into a cycle of drinking heavily
Commuters from Worthing have been branded antisocial by campaigners trying to stop a road scheme. The A24 Alliance said traffic on the road was making village life impossible and a modernised road would make the problem worse. Spokesman Peter Finch said
A taxi driver who was hospitalised by two men fears there is a conspiracy of silence to protect his attackers. Bob Shepherd, 56, of A&A Taxis, was picking up a regular fare outside the TMG Social Club in Sompting Road, Worthing, when he was attacked
A man whose terrified daughters came close to crashing during a road rage attack has threatened to take the law into his own hands if the culprits are not caught. Engineer Dave King lent his Ford Fiesta to daughter Sarah, 19, and she was driving her boyfriend
MPs today backed warnings from Brighton and Hove health chiefs that cases of sexually transmitted diseases are spiralling out of control. Brighton GUM/HIV clinic told the Health Select Committee huge increases in the diseases had led to cramped conditions
Animal lovers are planning to bare all in protest at the treatment of Spanish bulls ahead of a traditional festival. The men, from Brighton and Worthing, aim to streak through the streets of Pamplona before next month's annual Running Of The Bulls fiesta
A mother whose ill health prevented her flying to America to see her daughter get married watched the wedding build-up from her living room via a webcam link. Gillian Kitchener dressed up and gathered round the television with close friends and family
I am a film producer looking for information on Betty May, the subject of a feature film we are intending to make. A screenplay is currently being written and concentrates on events in the early Twenties. Betty May Golding was born in Limehouse in 1894
I was interested to read the recent article by Adam Trimingham (The Argus, May 29) concerning the millions of birds being killed annually by neighbourhood moggies. I have long believed cats are having a significant effect on bird populations and it might
Brighton and Hove will never be a major British city unless Falmer stadium is built, the public inquiry into the scheme heard today. Daily Telegraph chief sports writer Paul Hayward, said he could think of no other conurbation that needed a modern sports
I write in response to the letter from Tony Slow of West Sussex Wildlife Protection Group (Letters, May 28) regarding the Willowbrook Road swans. I do not know where your information came from but the facts in your letter are inaccurate. The brook is
Some people are woken each morning by alarm clocks - others rely on a partner digging them in the ribs. I used to be stirred from my sleep by squabbling seagulls circling my chimney. I say used to because in recent weeks I've been woken instead by the
A motorist who dragged a police officer along the road when he tried to carry out a spot check has admitted causing grievous bodily harm. At Lewes Crown Court yesterday Clive Anness, 32, also admitted driving while disqualified and dangerous driving.
A woman who told a jury she was raped by a man in her hotel room has denied telling him she was working as a prostitute. The 25-year-old IT consultant was staying at the Hilton Metropole Hotel, on Brighton seafront, in November last year when she was
Steve Lovell has been appointed as the new manager of Hastings United. The former Wales international was unveiled last night by the club's committee and beat 11 other applicants for the job. Lovell has been coaching the under-17s at Gillingham and works
Sussex League: Axed Zimbabwe batsman Mark Vermeulen is poised to join East Grinstead. Vermeulen was dismissed from the Zimbabwe tour party this week for a breach of discipline after the second Test defeat to England at the Riverside. The 24-year-old opener
The Princess Royal travelled by bus and came face-to-face with bats and meerkats during a whistlestop tour of East Sussex. During her three-hour visit yesterday afternoon, she made a series of trips to bolster the beleaguered tourist industry following
Retail is vital to the UK's economy so it is only fitting that the Sussex Business Awards 2003 recognise retailers' contributions to the region's economic vitality. The Sussex Retailer of the Year Award is open to any business selling goods or services
Angry villagers will form a convoy of cars as they escort a lorry around their homes in protest at plans for a landfill site. The vehicle, the same size as a waste lorry, will be driven on country roads around the Freshfield Lane Brickworks, near Horsted
Plans to renew a licence for the first sex shop in Mid Sussex have sparked fury among residents. Letters have been sent to the district council protesting at the application for Pillow Talk in Railway Approach, East Grinstead. The enterprise, which had
A gang of robbers burst into a West Sussex village post office and demanded cash. The incident happened at the JA Solly newsagent and sub-post office in Bowness Avenue, Sompting, at 4.30pm yesterday. There are believed to have been three offenders but
Hundreds of residents have backed a campaign to reopen a paddling pool which was closed because of vandalism. The pool at Brooklands Pleasure Ground in Worthing will be shut for the first summer in 38 years. Worthing Borough Council says it cannot guarantee
Anger is mounting today over a major shake-up of household rubbish collection in Worthing. From June 23, the borough council wants residents to stop putting rubbish in back alleyways and place refuse bags outside the front of their homes. But people are
A police operation has been launched to catch a teenager linked with at least 12 burglaries and attempted burglaries. Elderly people have been targeted in the Sidley area of Bexhill over the past two months and police believe the same person is responsible
A motorist who dragged a police officer along the road when he tried to carry out a spot check has admitted causing grievous bodily harm. At Lewes Crown Court yesterday Clive Anness, 32, also admitted driving while disqualified and dangerous driving.
A man once charged with the manslaughter of Eastbourne father-of-two Jay Abatan has been found dead. Relatives found the body of Graham Curtis, 40, hanging at his home in Port Hall Road, Brighton. Tests are continuing today to determine the cause of death
The excellent letter published the same day as Coun Green's from Murray Hume and Kevin McIntyre of East Sussex Wildlife Rescue And Ambulance Service more than adequately answered his criticisms regarding the swans' removal to a place of safety. Unlike
The decision by Trevor Weeks and the Swan Sanctuary, Egham, to remove the swans and cygnets fromWillowbrook Road not only saved the beautiful birds from certain death but also saved Billy Elliot of Wadars and Councillor Green from acute embarrassment
In response to Peter Green's comments regarding theWillowbrook swans (Letters, June 4), it is amazing how the attitude of councillors changes when they come under fire. I would like to thank the many people who have phoned, written or come up to us to
A rail company has apologised to a schoolboy who says he was fined and threatened with police action after being accused of fare-dodging. Ticketless Daniel Johnson, 13, of North Farm Road, Lancing, was ordered by a guard to hand over £10 or face being
It is quite obvious the terms and conditions the University of Brighton is trying to impose on the Albion are simply not in the best interests of the city of Brighton and Hove, the club nor their respective residents or supporters. Bear in mind this is
Teachers have got themselves in a right flap over some unwelcome newcomers in their school grounds. The pupils at St Mark's CoE School in Manor Farm, Brighton, were given the off yesterday when some nesting seagulls went into attack mode to defend their
Graffiti is the scourge of Brighton and Hove's streets. In a city which prides itself on its reputation as a tourist magnet, the unsightly scrawl adorning the walls of its shops and cafes must be eradicated. It gives the impression of an uncared for,
Congratulations to Dick Knight and Steve Coppell on reaching an agreement that ensures Brighton and Hove Albion has a quality manager for the forthcoming season. I am particularly delighted that Steve has not been put off re-signing by the latest development
Manypeople will sadly identify with the suffering endured by Keir Cracknell and his family at the hands of their nightmare neighbour. Nicholas Formosa played loud music into the early hours and magistrates heard that he also stamped on the floor, moved
Once again Voice Of The Argus (June 6) is hopelessly biased in favour of the stadium development at Falmer, regardless of the devastating impact on the local environment and community. It says that "although there are problems over access, finance and
Steve Lovell has been appointed as the new manager of Hastings United. The former Wales international was unveiled last night by the club's committee and beat 11 other applicants for the job. Lovell has been coaching the under-17s at Gillingham and works
Former Wimbledon champion Lindsay Davenport will return to Eastbourne next week to challenege for the Hastings Direct International title. The world No. 5, who won in 2001, joins fellow top ten players Jennifer Capriati, Chanda Rubin, Daniela Hantuchova
Albion boss Steve Coppell is contemplating a goalkeeping conundrum as he plots promotion from the Second Division. Dave Beasant's short-term deal has expired and rookie Will Packham has been released, which leaves Michel Kuipers as the only custodian
A yacht skipper pulled a man out of the sea during a boat race. William Camp was captain on board Skellig, one of the yachts involved in a 25-mile race to Eastborough Head. About 20 vessels took part in the race from the Sussex Yacht Club in Brighton
A man was undergoing surgery today for a facial wound after a bottle attack in a Brighton subway. The victim, 31, suffered a lacerated left cheek when a fight broke out at the beach end of the subway at the foot of West Street, Brighton, at 8.25pm yesterday
A city centre property could be turned into safe accommodation for vulnerable young people. Brighton and Hove City Council has been leasing the building in Bedford Square, Brighton, to a registered social landlord (RSL) for the last seven years to provide
Kinky Friedman is, in no particular order, a country singer, author of murder mysteries, Jewish cowboy and cigar-smoking storyteller. He is a cult hero to the likes of Bill Clinton and Nelson Mandela and, judging from the packed crowd at Komedia, a number
It is a shame the Opera Group could only play two nights of its latest show in Brighton. Its version of Leonard Bernstein's Candide was colourful, fast, bawdy and verging on the wild - I'm sure Bernstein would have loved it. From short skirts, hefty cleavages
A caterer who feared he had lost his livelihood when his burger van was stolen has got the vehicle back. Thieves made off with the unique vehicle from outside Tony Welti's home in Horsham on May 31. Mr Welti, concerned his business would fail, contacted
Tough new rules are needed to control a controversial anti-depressant, according to a woman who blames the drug for wrecking her life. The Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA) yesterday said Seroxat should not be given to under-18s because
A mother whose ill health prevented her flying to America to see her daughter get married watched the wedding build-up from her living room via a webcam link. Gillian Kitchener dressed up and gathered round the television with close friends and family
A ten-year-old Sussex boy has been convicted of driving while disqualified. The child, who has already been banned for a previous driving offence, admitted driving a Vauxhall Cavalier while banned. The boy, from Ore, near Hastings, also admitted taking
Schoolteacher Jane Longhurst was described as "a diamond who sparkled from every angle" at her funeral in Brighton. St Peter's Church resounded with tributes yesterday as hundreds of people packed the thanksgiving service for Jane, who was found strangled
A noisy neighbour who blared music by Wings and Pink Floyd into the early hours and sang like a demented banshee is facing eviction. Nicholas Formosa was convicted of harassment after waging a war of attrition against a family in the flat below. As well
The future of a popular annual walk and marathon for charity is under threat because of a lack of volunteers. Thousands of people have taken part in the Rottingdean Windmill Walk over the South Downs in its 20-year history, helping to raise thousands
