Albion have been drawn at home to Championship promotion challengers West Brom in the fourth round of the FA Cup. And that means a frosty reception for Baggies striker Jay Rodriguez. He was involved last season in a widely publicised racism
Liverpool's defensive injury worries mounted tonight ahead of Saturday's trip to the Amex to face Albion as they were beaten 2-1 at Wolves in the FA Cup. Dejan Lovren went off with a hamstring injury after just five minutes at Molineux. The
Aaron Connolly suffered an injury blow as Albion under-23s returned to action after the festive break with a 2-2 draw against Arsenal at Crawley tonight. The prolific Republic of Ireland striker was forced off midway through the first half.
A SCHEME that provides jobs for disabled people looks set to be scrapped as it is running massively over budget. Brighton and Hove City Council gives money to Able and Willing, a printing and embroidery business which helps people with disabilities
A TENT set up one metre from a cliff edge has been removed. The tent, along with personal belongings including a Sports Direct bag, was recovered from the cliff top near Brighton Marina today and taken to Brighton police station. Newhaven Coastguard
Liverpool have been hit by injuries and illness ahead of Saturday's visit to Albion. Star defender Virgil van Dijk is among the players under the weather. Manager Jurgen Klopp has made nine changes for Liverpool's FA Cup third round tie against
A WOMAN was pulled from the sea near Brighton Palace Pier tonight. Police, paramedics and the Coastguard searched the seafront after reports a woman had entered the water. The woman was found to the east of the pier at about 5.50pm. She
A driver suffered serious injuries after crashing into a fence. The accident happened at about 3.15pm today in Heathy Brow, Telscombe Cliffs. The road was closed both ways. The vehicle hit a wall between Ambleside Avenue and Roderick Avenue
FOUR men have been arrested after a series of car break-ins. Police received a report of suspicious behaviour in Church Lane, Yapton, Arun, on Sunday evening. Officers and a dog unit conducted an area search and arrested four men in connection
George Cox has joined the flurry of Albion under-23s loan exits in January. The left-back has been borrowed by League Two strugglers Northampton Town for the rest of the season. Cox, 20, signed a one-year contract extension last month to 2020
EMERGENCY services were called after reports of Christmas trees being set on fire. The trees were awaiting collection near the skate park off Mayhew Way in Lewes. Residents reported they could see a large cloud of smoke coming from the park.
Albion under-23s defender Josh Kerr has joined Derry on a six-month loan. The 20-year-old former Celtic youth player has been signed by the Northern Ireland club on the recommendation of ex-Seagull Paddy McCourt. Kerr becomes the ninth new
FIREFIGHTERS were called to deal with a fire which destroyed a campervan. The vehicle was parked on a driveway at Foxfield Cottages, near Andrews Road in Southwater. The flames also damaged a nearby building and police believe the fire was
ZOE Ball has said she and Sara Cox have always supported each other in their careers, despite often competing for the same jobs. The broadcasters will both make their debuts with their new programmes on BBC Radio 2 on Monday, with Ball taking over
All eyes are on Aaron Connolly as Albion under-23s return to action against Arsenal at Crawley FC tonight (7pm). The prolific Republic of Ireland striker has been linked with several clubs in recent months as negotiations continue over a new contract
THREE men were arrested on suspicion with intent to supply cocaine. Their car was stopped by police in West Street, Rottingdean, on Sunday shortly before 7.30pm. A 26-year-old man, of no fixed address, was arrested on suspicion of possession
Hope Powell says Albion Women’s superb 2-0 victory over Liverpool can be a turning point for her side. Albion claimed their first Women’s Super League away victory of the season after they produced arguably their best performance so far this term
AN ARSONIST is wanted on recall to prison after breaching the terms of his licence for his early release. Jordan Peters, 25, was sentenced to six years’ imprisonment at Lewes Crown Court on August 1, 2014. He was granted early release on licence
Jason Steele has revealed the pre-match chat with Mathew Ryan which set him up for his Albion debut. But he left the Vitality Stadium on Saturday afternoon still not sure whether his most eye-catching save was all his own work. Steele leapt
BREAKFAST television presenter Piers Morgan has brought out his own meat stall on Good Morning Britain to start a “vegan resistance” movement in response to Greggs’s new meat free sausage roll. The TV host slammed the bakery chain on Twitter, writing
THE king of the jungle is coming to Sussex. Football manager Harry Redknapp, the hugely popular winner of ITV’s I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here 2018, will be talking about his experience in the Australian outback – and much more – as he goes
MPs are accountable to their constituents and that is exactly as it should be. These days, some MPs still hold weekly surgeries where those constituents have a chance to quiz their representatives in Parliament and raise any issues of concern, but
TODAY marks the last day of the first week of 2019. I am sure I am not alone in wishing that in terms of the public and political space, that the first week could have given us a meaningful transition between the pleasurable aspects of Christmas and
SO, Caroline Lucas, our only Green MP, suggests we have a meat tax to help stop global warming. If the Greens don’t want us to use sprays or artificial fertiliser, how will we keep the land in good order? Cattle manure is the most natural and
FORMER glamour model Katie Price has denied drink driving claims. The 40-year-old, who lives in Horsham, Sussex, is charged with being drunk in charge of a motor vehicle. She appeared at Bromley Magistrates’ Court today. Police found Ms
EStars featuring Fortnite are giving two lucky readers a chance to win an exclusive VIP package filled with EStars goodies including VIP tickets to Amex Stadium, Brighton on 18th, 19th, or 20th January. EStars featuring Fortnite will see fans and gamers
Albion discover their FA Cup fourth round opponents tonight. The draw takes place at around 9.50pm on BBC following live coverage of Liverpool's third round tie against Wolves at Molineux. The make-up of the Liverpool team and result of that
A DRIVER whose car was hit by a bus while he was shopping tried to claim he was in the car at the time to get compensation. Jordan Rudwick sent an injury claim to Brighton and Hove Buses, claiming he suffered upper body, neck and back injuries
POLICE are looking for witnesses to a serious car crash. A red Citroen C4, driven by a 47-year-old local man, and a red Vauxhall Corsa, driven by a 44-year-old woman from East Grinstead, crashed head-on and both drivers were taken to the Royal
Florin Andone has revealed he is relishing his battles in the land of the giants. The Romanian striker raised in Spain scored on his FA Cup debut to wrap up Albion’s 3-1 win at Bournemouth. Andone has impressed with his tenacious style against
The Old Shoreham Road is blocked in one direction in Portslade this morning The A270 in the Eastbound direction is blocked with slow traffic due to an accident with a car and bike involved at Olive Road. Brighton and Hove Buses number 2 towards
ANTHONY Knockaert has been hailed as a "good professional" after celebrating his recall to Albion's starting line-up with a goal. The French winger opened the scoring with his second of the season in the 3-1 FA Cup win at Bournemouth. It was
A TELEVISION documentary will reveal how the families of murdered schoolgirls Nicola Fellows and Karen Hadaway finally got justice after more than 30 years. Gold Star Productions’ documentary called The Babes In The Wood Murders: The Prosecutors
A VISITOR said he was shocked to find a “racist” image of a golliwog doll for sale at a flea market. George Lamptey was visiting the Lewes Flea Market when he spotted the image in a painting from a Golden Shred marmalade advertisement by manufacturer
IT HAS followed him around for years, and now it will stay with him for ever. A Brighton police officer who was taunted for years about a strange drawing of a suspect he once made has had the image tattooed on his leg to raise money for charity.
A POLITICAL event has been criticised by opponents who say voters are being charged to see their own MP. The Conservatives are hosting a “Question Time” style session in the Wealden constituency where Sussex Tories will be invited to answer voters
A PIZZA delivery service’s plans to offer alcoholic drinks has failed after opposition from police and council licensing officials. Husan Haitov, owner of Pizza Plus, in Beaconsfield Road, Brighton, did not attend the licensing panel hearing at
A BOXING champion is taking on a challenge outside the ring – sleeping rough to raise awareness about homelessness. Brighton fighter Nicky Jenman will be leaving his home for three days wearing just a jumper, jacket, trousers, socks, trainers and
THE couple accused of the drones chaos at Gatwick say they feel they have been forced out of their home. Innocent window fitter Paul Gait and his partner Elaine Kirk were quizzed by the police for 36 hours after nearly three days of flight cancellations
THREE senior council officials face a grilling from members, with a focus on the housing crisis and the state of the seafront. Geoff Raw, chief executive of Brighton and Hove City Council, and two of his leading colleagues, Nick Hibberd and Larissa
PLANNERS are at odds with neighbours who have welcomed an application to build four homes in long back gardens. Brighton and Hove City Council officials have opposed the plans for four detached houses in three neighbouring back gardens in Downs
