THREE smugglers caught trying to import one and a half tonnes of cannabis have been jailed for a total of 27 years. The men’s yacht was intercepted by a Border Force cutter ten miles south of Newhaven as they tried to smuggle one and half tonnes
A group of women became watersport savvy at ladies watersports day in Hove. Lagoon Watersports hosted the event at Hove Lagoon where windsurfing, wakeboarding and stand-up paddle boarding coaching was offered. The women also participated in
A LIFEBOAT man who led a search crew through severe conditions to try to find a missing boy is being honoured once again. Coxswain Paul Legendre, based at the Newhaven Lifeboat Station, will receive The Lady Swaythling Trophy from the Shipwrecked
A MAN has been jailed for 19 months for punching his ex-partner. Robert Mansfield, formerly of St Leonards, pleaded guilty to three charges of breaching a restraining order, causing actual bodily harm and assault on the woman when he appeared at
Craig Mackail-Smith has been ruled out of Albion's visit to his home town club Watford tomorrow. The Seagulls will make a late decision on fellow striker Sam Baldock but are unlikely to take any risks with him. Mackail-Smith suffered a hamstring
SIX break ins are being linked by police. Officers believe break-ins in the town between 22 September and 29 September could have been committed by the people. The first burglary happened between 2.45pm and 6.15pm on Monday 22 September when
A 25-year-old man is wanted in connection with a burglary. Police in Eastbourne are trying to trace a local man, Walter Tame, aged 25. They would like to speak to him related to a burglary that occurred in Eastbourne Old Town several weeks
COLLEGE students met a war hero and heard about his experiences. A group of 16 public services students from City College Brighton and Hove were given a personal tour of Blind Veterans UK in Ovingdean by 25-year-old Paul Jacobs. As well as
Steve Magoffin has signed a new two-year contract with Sussex which will keep him at the club until at least the end of the 2016 season. The 34-year-old Australian was the leading wicket-taker in County Championship division one this season with
Eight pillars of the community were recognised for their contribution to communities in Brighton and Hove in the second Older People’s Day Awards. We report on a special celebration at The Grand hotel Brighton With this year’s theme of Doing Something
A total of 12 men and three women competed in Henfield’s strongest man and woman competition to help raise funds for soft play equipment for children. It will be used in a new extension which is soon to be built onto Henfield Leisure Centre
A COUPLE found sheep in their front garden after the animals escaped from a nature reserve. The sheep had been let out of Ladies Mile in Hollingbury, Brighton, and wandered into people’s properties. Bert Pollington, 80, and his wife Judy, 76
The four hour bin strike in place this morning has come to an end. The striking HGV drivers in Brighton are returning to their shifts after the GMB union voted to continue today's strike action yesterday. The work to rule is still in force
A WOMAN is in hospital after being attacked by her dog which then choked on its lead and died. A Sussex Police spokesman said: "Shortly after 9am police were called to the junction of Coombe Road and Lewes Road, Brighton, where a dog apparently
Albion have dug themselves into a bit of a hole towards the wrong end of the early Championship table. A good time then for a Gardner to get his hands dirty in the fight for midfield places. That's Gary Gardner, to be more precise. The Aston
I welcome some of the national debate about pavement parking but resent the Green MP making what I consider to be hypocritical comments. Her councillors have made things a lot worse for many residents and visitors to the city by failing to provide
It’s the scale which gets you. Stare upwards from the Glyndebourne stage to the vast cavernous ceiling, with sets hanging from never-ending ropes and lighting rigs which could fill football stadiums, and it’s awe-inspiring as well as daunting.
I not only voted for Katy Bourne (Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner) but I think she is doing an amazing job. I feel strongly that Katy should be allowed to continue her role as a PCC and keeping her high profile in the interest of the public
How seldom do we think of our brave and dedicated firefighters? Last week my wife and I (we are both 90) needed them urgently. On dialling 999, two firefighters were here in no time. Kinder and more helpful men you could not wish to know. They
Following the comments made by C Shickel (Argus, September 30) about parking controls in Preston Park, it is important to remember that the scheme was put in place by the council following requests from park users. These local residents were concerned
I read with interest about the hopes of the West Pier Trust to rebuild the west pier, pictured. I am, however, not so keen to read that any plans for it would have to be approved and in harmony with the i360 tower. I am a born and bred Hove
RESIDENTS must have felt a woolly sensation when they saw sheep on the lam in their street. Their escape wasn’t a ram-raid. Their enclosure was not ewes-less – a baaaad person had wedged open the sheep’s gate to let them loose with shear abandon
AGE is no barrier to success as the winners of this year’s Older People’s Day Awards can testify. The awards celebrate the achievements and lives of the thousands of people aged 50 and over in Brighton and Hove and the surrounding areas and the
Reading about plans for Circus Street reminded me of the days in the 1930s when some friends and I, inspired by Brighton Tigers ice-hockey team, formed a roller- skating hockey team. We called ourselves the Richmond Hawks (we all lived in Richmond
You ask what your readers think of how we would make the shortfall and what cuts would we make. Well I can’t get my head around it as to why the council keeps talking about cuts and cutting the rubbish collectors’ wages. And other cuts. Why
Road vehicle deaths and accidents, although in the main dangerous and reckless driving, are spiraling out of control. The only way to curb reckless and dangerous driving is for police to saturate roads with ‘unmarked’ police patrol cars. Why
I was shocked and saddened at the closure of Audrey’s Chocolate shop in Brighton. I have been a regular customer for many years. Not only are the chocolates delicious, but the staff have become friends over the years. I normally pop in whenever
I have just read the Tory council candidate Mr Robert Nemeth’s comments about being “regularly and severely inconvenienced” by people committing suicide. Does that not sum up some of our politicians today? Of whatever persuasion you are politically
We were delighted to be asked by Colin Barton, on behalf of the Sussex ME Society, to work together with him and the Association for Young People with ME to deliver what looks to be an interesting event at Hove Town Hall on October 7, combining research
Here we are again. If there was a prize for revisiting old projects our city would be gold medal contenders. But what is the alternative, to have your say get knocked back and never mention it again? No. Some might find campaigners, petition-gatherers
A MAN is seriously ill in hospital after he was hit by a car. Police are appealing for witnesses after the accident in Eastbourne. The 31-year-old victim and a grey Volvo S40 collided at 10.50pm on September 27, on the A259 Seaside, at the
EMERGENCY services were called to a crash in Eastbourne last night. 2/10 Ambulance and fire services attended the scene at Arundel Road, Eastbourne at 9pm. Two cars had crashed and two people were treated there. But one of the drivers complainted
Brighton Photo Biennial Venues across Sussex Saturday, October 4, to Sunday, November 2 Photographer Simon Faithfull worked with marine biologists to make an artificial reef as part of the sixth Brighton Photo Biennial. He sunk a boat off
Dobet Gnahoré is painted in the colourful make-up of the Ethopian Omo tribe on the cover of her recent fourth record Na Drê. But the Grammy Award-winner and BBC Radio 3 World Music Award-nominee comes from the Ivory Coast. The performer and polyglot
Influences from Italy, Spain and Argentina have all played their part in Wheat & Beans’ unique take on lunch. The family business took over the lease for the former Cafe Pierre in February. They have transformed the space into a Mediterranean-inspired
The image of a boy band as a group of puppets controlled by a Svengali-style manager is changing. And The Vamps are part of that move to greater autonomous control – with Dorset-based guitarist James McVey forming the band through social media
THE HORRORS began their live career with some notoriety – regularly dousing the front row with black paint. But now frontman Faris Badwan says the Southend five-piece employ more subtle means to ensure attention is still fully focused on what’s
JAPANESE manga, kung fu movies and hip-hop culture are fused in this new production by award- winning dance company Boy Blue Entertainment. The Five And The Prophecy Of Prana tells the story of five young Tokyo troublemakers who are recruited by
Residents are complaing of "stench to high heaven" after workers allegedly hit a sewage pipe on a building site. Neighbours living close to Manor Place in Brighton have told The Argus that engineers were working throughout the night at the site
Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra Brighton Dome Concert Hall, Church Street, Sunday, 5 October The Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra opens its 2014-15 season with Shostakovich’s Fifth Symphony, almost literally a life-saving work as far as its composer
Despite picking up a Mercury Music Prize nomination for her debut album as FKA Twigs, dating Robert Pattison has quickly catapulted Tahliah Barnett to the news pages. Their allegiance has been marred – and presumably the lead up to her debut UK
For seven years, The Jim Jones Revue have celebrated rock ‘n’ roll at its most primal. Rejecting pretty much everything that’s come along since The MC5, the London group can rarely be matched for intensity, or purity of vision. Sadly, Thursday
The Environment, Transport & Sustainability Committee on Oct 7th will consider a report on the outcome of the consultation of the Traffic Regulation Order proposed for the streets in Livingston Street, Bute Street, Rochester Street and Hendon Street
YOUNGSTERS flocked to Churchill Square as a brand new branch of Topshop opened. Queues snaked round the shopping centre as the youngsters waited for the grand opening. This latest addition to the city centre brings home the fact Brighton is
GYPSY Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Monday October 6 to Saturday, November 8 HER unforgettable role as pie-maker Mrs Lovett in Sweeney Todd earned Imelda Staunton an Olivier and a Theatre UK Award for best performer in a musical.
A rescue dog lost in Hove after being rescued from a life of torture and cruelty has mysteriously turned up. Little Billy slipped his lead in Hove on Tuesday after just one day in the country. Charity Action Aid for Animals, which helped rescue
Words do not do full justice to Mark Hayhurst’s most powerful play nor to Jonathan Church’s riveting production and his company of actors. This astonishing play depicts the fate of young Jewish lawyer Hans Litten, who, in 1931, subpoenaed Adolf
A BROKEN down lorry is causing delays on the A27. The blockage is at the B2225 Arundel Road, Hammerpot, eastbound at the Woodman Arms. The road is now clear
Scottish to their core, six-piece The Phantom Band veered between many musical styles at their somewhat ill-attended gig at the Haunt. In fact, the effect was so dizzying that in any given song across their hour and a quarter set, you could namecheck
A PILE of newspapers were set alight in a park last night. 2/10 Firefighters were called to the scene after concerns were raised about the blaze, in Holly Park, Holly Place, at about 9pm. But the fire had been extinguished on their arrival
FIREFIGHTERS were called after someone got their foot stuck in a stair lift. A crew was called to Clifton Close, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, at 10.45pm last night 2/10. But on arrival found the patient was being cared for by paramedics and no further
As the celebrations for Older People's Day continues, a party and a morning of advice is taking place today. The event is taking place at Christ Church in Bentswood at 10.30am. From free electric blanket tests, balance, hearing and blood pressure
A BROKEN down train is causing disruption to services between Sussex and London. Southern Rail is reporting the problem on services on the Uckfield Line at the moment. So far the 07:34 Uckfield to London Bridge was 17 mins late and the 09:03
One big question mark hangs over Albion's Championship challenge this season. Can the remodelled attacking options provide enough goals? The current game-by-game tally reads like a high handicap golfer's stableford scorecard: 0,0,2,2,2,2,0,0,0,1
The University of Sussex is now 14th in the UK, 43rd in Europe and 111th in the world, according to the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. Last year it was ranked 121st in the world and the new ratings mean it has been recognised
COMMUTERS could face delays this morning after broken down cars are partially blocking roads. Two incidents have been reported and there are warnings of disruption to journey times. The first is on the A24 southbound at the A283 The Pike junction
ROAD works on Brighton seafront may have taken a step towards completion today. At first Brighton and Hove City Council said work to repair the collapsed A259 would not be completed until November. But today the majority of bollards and signage
A CARPENTER who fell 20ft from a building site remains in a serious condition. Dave Clarke was working at the stable block next to Stanmer House when he is believed to have fallen through a ceiling. Three teams of paramedics were called at
Pick up your copy of The Argus today which includes The Guide and our Property pull out. In today's edition: The latest news Sport The Guide, our 16-page entertainments supplement Our Property pull out - find yourself a new home
Sussex are in the running to sign the quickest bowler in England. The club are understood to have made a significant offer to bring Tymal Mills to Hove after he turned down a new contract at Essex this week. Lancashire are also interested in
Julie Healy, of Callaways, takes a look at the attractions of new homes. This is always an interesting topic and one that draws support from both sides of the fence. There will always be those that love the character of an older property and
A £400 million initiative to give tenants a "springboard" from which they can buy a newly-built home has been launched by the Government. The Rent to Buy scheme will allow housing associations and other providers to bid for a share of £400 million
A transformed part of Brighton has been shortlisted as one of Great Britain’s best high streets. London Road is in the running for a share of a £50,000 prize after national judges recognised the radical overhaul of the area in recent years.
improvements to the A23 in Sussex that have cost millions of pounds will be officially unveiled next week. Drivers have experienced two years of delays between Handcross and Warninglid as Highways Agency engineers widen the road in both directions
MARGARET Thatcher took time to cancel a hair appointment amid the chaos caused by the Brighton bombing, documents have revealed. The Iron Lady was calm under pressure in the wake of the attack at The Grand Hotel on Friday, October 12, 1984, research
Autumn is closing in but that doesn't mean there's nothing to do in Brighton, Hove and Sussex. We've listed ten events going on this weekend for you to enjoy. EVENTS LANTERN FAYRE The Level, Brighton, Friday, October 3, to Sunday, October 5
A SINGER’S dog was refused entry to her show shortly before she was due on stage. Nell Bryden was all set to play the Komedia in Gardner Street, Brighton, when her dog Otto was barred. The American singer’s one-year-old cockapoo, a cross between
A TOURIST on safari captured a pack of baby cheetahs using a jeep as a jungle gym. Jim Varley, a solicitor from Billingshurst, whipped out his camera while on his annual trip to the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and managed to snap the
A LOVE-struck couple have made history by becoming the first to tie the knot in one of Brighton’s most haunted buildings. Rick Clifford and Penny Tamkin were in high spirits when they became the first couple to be married at Preston Manor.
A TOTAL of 120 jobs are feared to be at risk after Bupa Global told staff of a major restructure. Insiders said “at least 120 jobs” were at risk at the Brighton employer, with staff describing the changes as “ruthless”. Another source claimed
Staff have been left in shock after one of the biggest investment firms in the UK announced it was quitting the city. Four people will be made redundant and nine relocated at wealth management company Brewin Dolphin. Staff learned their fate
A PRIMARY school has introduced single sex toilets to tackle transphobia. Boys and girls have told their parents how they now share the same facilities at Harbour Primary School in Church Hill, Newhaven. Children returned to school for the
We give you five fantastic reasons to go out this weekend. Like you really needed an excuse anyway! 1 TERRY FRANCIS Funfair Club, King’s Road, Brighton, Friday, October 3 FABRIC resident Terry Francis helps Brighton-based Positive Sound System
Albion manager Sami Hyypia has urged fans and his players to keep faith with his methods. The Seagulls head to high-flying Watford tomorrow with two wins out of nine in the Championship and five teams below them in the table. Hyypia believes
When Brighton solicitor Tim Andrews was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease he turned himself into an art project. He invited Brighton photographers and artists with a national profile including Rankin and Jillian Edelstein to photograph his journey
