If music be the food of love, this was creme de menthe with a touch of Scotch. Smooth with a touch of excitement, this was an entertaining evening which featured Barb Jungr and Todd Gordon. Scottish singer Todd Gordon turned out to be a gem of a find.
The odds of them of claiming a second Championship in three seasons may have lengthened. But no one seems to have told the Sussex players they are also-rans in the most exciting title race for years. There was never any danger Peter Moores would allow
My wife and I recently took two grandchildren for a walk along the seafront west of King Alfred. Within minutes, our four-year-old granddaughter was nearly flattened by a cyclist. A quick "sorry" and the cyclist carried on. I noted a large sign clearly
Your account ("Health Boss Says Sorry", The Argus, September 6) of the special meeting of Brighton and Hove City Council's health overview scrutiny panel doesn't do justice to the meeting which was more about the future than the past. Yes, Peter Coles
Princess Anne toured the Peanut unit at Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead yesterday afternoon, met patients and unveiled a commemorative plaque. The princess was then shown round the McIndoe Burns Centre, which serves four million people in Sussex
As a martial arts expert, Matt Tucker had no qualms about coming to the aid of neighbours who were being threatened by a drunken man. After dodging a series of punches, Matt used one controlled jab to floor the man before police took over. Matt's only
A seaside town once saddled with a reputation for crime, violence and antisocial behaviour has emerged as a top UK property hot spot. A new report ranks Hastings and St Leonards seventh in the top 20 best places for first-timers to buy property. The study
Scruffy politicians have promised to pull their socks up after a town mayor was criticised for not wearing his chains of office. Angry words were exchanged at Crowborough Town Council about councillors coming to meetings wearing jeans and T shirts. Mayor
While catching up on my post-holiday reading, I was delighted to come across the feature on Bill Sansom. What memories of my misspent youth this conjured up. Bill was a familiar figure in the London Road area and was greatly admired and respected by young
The family of a young father stabbed to death near his home came face to face with the man accused of his murder. Ricky Smith, 21, appeared at Hastings Magistrates Court yesterday charged with the murder of 25-year-old Matthew Jones. Mr Jones died from
I write with reference to an article entitled "Stray Dogs Fight Death" (The Argus, September 3). Dogs Trust's overriding priority is the welfare of all dogs, whether they come from Shoreham or Aberdeen. It is, therefore, policy that sometimes dogs will
Refuse service managers have promised campaigners their streets will be kept free of rubbish. Tim Moore, head of operations at Cityclean, spoke to residents from the Clifton Street and West Hill area of Brighton following a heated council debate last
I am writing in regards to the article (The Argus, September 6) about the work on Newhaven's west beach. The article stated that "damage and erosion to a beach area have been tackled by a new conservation project". What a joke! Anyone who knows Newhaven's
Organised criminals could be behind an alarmingly high rate of cat kidnappings. A rapid increase in the number of cats reported missing has horrified animal welfare groups and pet lovers. Some are blaming the thefts on criminals stealing pets for profit
I was somewhat shocked and surprised to see my name in the list of local legends compiled by The Argus (September 5). While I am greatly honoured to be included in a list of such venerable people, it feels somewhat premature to be considered a legend
Those of us who watched Richard Holmes on BBC2 relating In The Footsteps Of Churchill, expecting to hear Brighton mentioned, were left disappointed. Evidently the time he spent here at the Misses Thompson's Preparatory Boarding School for Gentlemen (Langworth
Although I have little time for Chris Eubank and his antics, one thing did strike me when I saw the television report about the removal of the lorry in the narrow street - the signs all said no loading at any time. In which case, the lorry should not
I live near St Peter's Church and regularly walk into the city centre across the bus lanes, where there have been a number of accidents. I personally have witnessed two accidents where pedestrians have been hit by buses. I think the problem is that the
It was sad to hear about the death of the lady which occurred south of St Peter's Church. However, it is not that surprising as I believe the pedestrian approach to the junction is deceptively dangerous. When pedestrians approach the bus lane from the
Dan Harding predicted today that Albion will cause a few more surprises away from home in the Championship this season, with an attack-minded approach. Harding was part of the defence which ground out victories for the Seagulls last season at places such
Albion manager Mark McGhee insisted today: "We are not worried about David Healy." McGhee believes his own front men can cause Leeds plenty of problems when the Seagulls clash head-on with England's wrecker at Elland Road tomorrow. Healy hit the only
Following triumphant appearances at Glastonbury and the Big Chill and a recent UK tour supporting Morcheeba, Husky Rescue are bringing their unique brand of cinematic intelligent pop and folk-inspired electronica to Brighton. Originally the brainchild
She is seen as one of Nashville's best contemporary songwriters, and her songs have been recorded by the likes of Faith Hill, Bonnie Rait, Etta James and Bryan Adams. And with more than 20 awards to her name, including the Country Music Association's
Still better known under his previous trading name, Adamski, Skys musical history stretches back to the arrival of acid house in the UK. After a childhood of erotic dreams about Abba and nights spent tuned in to The John Peel Show, he moved to London
A Sussex cricket bat company is screaming "howzat" as its bats fly off shop shelves as fast as Aussie fast bowler Brett Lee's deliveries. And it is all down to an old woodworm riddled bat found at the back of a garden shed in Billingshurst, West Sussex
this is Brighton offers a critical view of what's hot for the coming week. Alison David, Sanctuary Cella, Hove, Friday, September 9 - Fizzing with soul, Alison David's career is soaring, so those who get to see her in this small-but-perfectly-formed venue
Tesco will start work to expand one of its Sussex superstores early next year. Between 150 and 200 new jobs will be created by development of its Holmbush site in Shoreham. Controversial plans to increase its size by one third have been approved by Adur
After two-and-a-half years the wait is finally over. The Argus has been given an exclusive preview of the final designs of Frank Gehry's £220 million leisure and apartment complex. Frank Gehry said his designs for the King Alfred centre would match the
Spectators in their thousands are expected to watch speed freaks try to break new records at a daring seafront rally. From young newcomers to the oldest veterans, competitors from all over Britain are taking part in this year's annual Brighton Speed Trials
Guantanamo detainee Omar Deghayes has been on hunger strike for more than a month in protest at his treatment. Mr Deghayes, 36, of Brighton, has not eaten for almost five weeks along with a number of other detainees at the military prison Camp XRay in
Jack Dee and Steve Coogan are among her fans and Peter Kaye hails her as "one of the most naturally gifted comic talents I've ever seen". Jo Enright is one of comedy's bright stars. She's been named best female circuit comic at the Chortle Awards (2002
A group of girls are caught by the local minister dancing in a forest with a black slave. Rumours of witchcraft sweep through the village, suppressed emotions explode to the surface and lifelong friends turn on each other with devastating consequences
We all know and love Rudyard Kipling's classic tale The Jungle Book and the Birmingham Stage Company have lovingly recreated it - putting their own tropical spin on things, of course. There'll be no Bare Necessities or King Of The Swingers here. Instead
A treasure of the South Coast is to re-open following an £8 million restoration. Bexhill's Grade I listed De La Warr Pavilion has been closed for two years while work was carried out. The modernist style building was due to re-open on September 17 but
MPs are challenging a hospital trust amid speculation its departing chief executive is in line for a pay-off of up to £300,000. Annette Sergeant is to formally step down as chief executive of East Sussex Hospitals NHS Trust on October 10. The trust, which
Most tracks on debut album Magpie sound like background music. Overloaded with melancholic Bob Dylanisms, the LP lends itself more to a glass of wine, a sit down and a chat, rather than standing up, pint in hand, for the duration of a gig. However, expecting
If music be the food of love, this was creme de menthe with a touch of Scotch. Smooth with a touch of excitement, this was an entertaining evening which featured Barb Jungr and Todd Gordon. Scottish singer Todd Gordon turned out to be a gem of a find.
Two large chandeliers now grace the ceiling of the former Zap Club, dimmed tonight to cast a suitably moody glow over the enthusiastic audience assembled for this performance by Dominique Noiret's dark country/rockabilly outfit. She Said! are a band from
Sussex may have to settle for runners-up spot in the Championship for the eighth time. But as Rana Naved was laying waste to Glamorgan's batting at Hove yesterday you could not help but think what they might have achieved had he been available all season
Road closures will mean days of delays and diversions for drivers across the county. The biggest-ever security operation for a party conference in Brighton and Hove will shut parts of the seafront road system later this month. Some restrictions will begin
The apology from Peter Coles, chief cxecutive of Brighton and Sussex University Hospital Trust, made startling reading (The Argus, September 6). That management "knew of the problems" and put them down to the "old wards" beggars belief. A decision was
A father died under the wheels of a train after battling for three months to get his daughter into her chosen secondary school. Steve Don was hit by a train at Selmeston, between Lewes and Polegate, on Wednesday hours after he made frantic telephone pleas
Eagles have qualified for the Elite League play-off despite a 58-37 defeat at Coventry last night. Their 21-point reverse at Brandon was rendered academic due to Poole's failure to win at Swindon, meaning the Arlington outfit will travel to table-topping
Sussex may have to settle for runners-up spot in the Championship for the eighth time. But as Rana Naved was laying waste to Glamorgan's batting at Hove yesterday you could not help but think what they might have achieved had he been available all season
Former Reds striker Allan Tait is out to prove goal-shy Crawley were wrong to let him go. Last season's top scorer will make his first return to the Broadfield Stadium tomorrow with new club Canvey Island since being sold by Reds last month. The 23-year-old
Sussex cheese will be represented at an international festival. High Weald Dairy in Horsted Keynes, near Haywards Heath, and Traditional Cheese Dairy in Stonegate, near Crowborough, are sending their products to the International Festival of Cheese in
As Sunday afternoons go, this looks to be one of the more eventful ones. To coincide with the 2005 Ace Cafe Reunion motorbike rally, Brighton band The Mutts will headline a free gig, as well as film their new video. The brooding outfit pack an almighty
College staff say students are being forced to sit through lessons in temporary huts because of unfair funding rules. Varndean College in Brighton is seeking to renew planning permission for a humanities hut on the east of its Surrenden Road site because
A city park's most famous residents are returning home today. The two life-size statues have been restored and repainted and will be placed back in the rose garden at Preston Park, in Brighton. Their return marks the end of a ten-year restoration project
They claim to be Brighton's fattest comedy duo (who's likely to argue?) and one half of that duo has the dubious honour of being Britain's only, and yet worst, Charles Kennedy impersonator. David Mounfield (pictured) and Brian Mitchell will each present
Only months ago, losing contestants on a game show were sent to Bognor as part of the booby prize. For many years the town had an unfair reputation for being old-fashioned and dull. The TV show, Bognor Or Bust presented by Angus Deayton, just added to
(12A, 144mins) Russell Crowe, Renee Zellweger, Paul Giamatti. Directed by Ron Howard The British love an underdog. Perhaps it's indicative of geography - we are a small island in the midst of an ever-expanding Europe. Perhaps it's an overly-romantic view
(18, 109 mins) Starring Elijah Wood, Charlie Hunnam, Calire Forlani. Directed by Lexi Alexander. Writer-director Lexi Alexander's debut feature pulls few punches (or indeed kicks) in its depiction of the culture of hooliganism. Harvard undergraduate Matt
Most tracks on debut album Magpie sound like background music. Overloaded with melancholic Bob Dylanisms, the LP lends itself more to a glass of wine, a sit down and a chat, rather than standing up, pint in hand, for the duration of a gig. However, expecting
Guantanamo detainee Omar Deghayes has been on hunger strike for more than a month in protest at his treatment. Mr Deghayes, 36, of Brighton, has not eaten for almost five weeks along with a number of other detainees at the military prison Camp XRay
Support is growing for the campaign against the detention of Omar Deghayes with a cross-party group of MPs condemning his inhumane treatment at Guantanamo Bay. A Commons motion calling on the Government to stand up for Mr Deghayes has already been
