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Man released on bail after death of woman who fell from flats
A 52-YEAR-OLD man has been released on police bail after a woman plunged to her death from a seventh floor flat. He was initially arrested on suspicion of the murder of Nicola Redman, 33, who fell from Clarendon House in Hove just before 6am on
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Armed police in stand-off with man on roof
A STREET was sealed off as armed police negotiated with a man on the roof of a house. Officers were told the man had a gun. But when they burst into his house, they instead found cannabis and equipment used to grow it. London Road in Bexhill
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Hunt for man after violent assaults on man and woman - do not approach
POLICE are searching for a man who is wanted for allegedly breaching court bail conditions. The public is being advised not to approach Lee Milton, 29, also known as Ricky. Milton, a chef, of Seaside Road, Eastbourne, who is described as black
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Your stunning pictures of last night's sunset
THE spectacular sunset last night inspired many of our camera club members to take breathtaking pictures. The evening was such a stunner we decided to use many of the images of it here today. The pink skies were amazing and all our photographers
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Men charged after violence and flare thrown at Albion game
POLICE have charged two men after football fans allegedly set off a flare and assaulted a steward at an Albion game. The arrests came after Albion’s match against Aston Villa at the Amex Stadium on Saturday. The match was attended by 30,500 fans
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Family tribute to mother who died in horror flat fall
THE family of a woman who died after falling from the seventh storey of a block of flats have paid tribute to her. She was identified earlier today as Nicola Redman, 33, of Monument View, Brighton. A 52-year-old man has been released on police
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Fan pictures: Albion v Aston Villa at the Amex
ALBION drew 1-1 with Aston Villa on Saturday at the Amex. Were you there?
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If you receive this call 'hang up immediately', warn police
POLICE forces around the country are warning about a telephone scam that has tricked people out of hundreds of thousands of pounds. The scheme sees fraudsters pretend to be from Amazon to con victims into handing over their bank details. The
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Passengers 'fed up' as rail replacement buses delay journeys today
PASSENGERS say they are “fed up” as rail replacement buses delay journeys today. Engineering work is taking place between Haywards Heath and Preston Park and Lewes, closing all lines. Gatwick Express trains are not running between Gatwick Airport
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Powell expects tough time against Hammers
Hope Powell says West Ham are a really well balanced squad ahead of Albion's clash with them this afternoon. The Hammers are a point and a place above Albion and Powell thinks they are have plenty of strengths. She said: “I think the experience
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How Albion players rated against Aston Villa
How Albion players ratedagainst Aston Villa... MATY RYAN 6 Not a lot to do and was secure in his footwork and on a couple of high balls but well beaten by Grealish inside his near post. STEVEN ALZATE 7 His ease and confidence on the
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LETTER: The Mayor of Brighton appears to be completely ignorant of the English Constitution
FOR the Mayor of Brighton to pose the question in the Argus on Saturday as to whether the Royal Family is needed any longer simply demonstrates that the Mayor of Brighton appears to be completely ignorant of the English Constitution. Britain is
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Brighton Vegan Festival will return next month and is bigger than ever
A VEGAN festival will return next month with more than 80 food stalls. Run in partnership with animal welfare charity Miracle’s Mission, Brighton Vegan Festival aims to educate people about vegan lifestyles and offer support to anyone thinking
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Christmas-themed funeral for beloved man who dressed as Santa
A FUNERAL will take place on Monday for a pensioner who delighted children by dressing up as Father Christmas. “Santa Mike” Childs brought joy to young people across Brighton for nearly two decades on Brighton and Hove Buses’ Santa Bus. He died
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Youngsters show off their talent and business skills at autism school event
TALENTED youngsters with autism showed off their business and performance skills at their school. The pupils and students at LVS Hassocks held a market where they sold items they had made, including gifts, candles, and biscuits. There were also
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Love Island's Connor Durman says he was 'snaked' by new boy
LOVE Island’s Connor Durman says he has been “snaked” by a new boy in a tense recoupling on the show. The coffee-bean salesman from Worthing was left fuming after a risque game of beer pong. New contestant and model Connagh Howard was dared
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Plans to revive dated tennis courts revealed
PLANS have been revealed to restore a tennis court to its former glory. Seaford Town Council has announced plans to turn The Salts Tennis Courts into a new sports facility. The council hopes to refurbish three courts as well as floodlights, a
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Lewes burning: the big invasion Sussex forgot
AS THE invaders circled a small village, residents who had not been killed in the fighting fled to the nearby church. With resistance crushed, the landing party blocked the exit and burned the building with the villagers inside. This was not
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Does this Hove man look like Phil Collins?
EVERY week The Argus staff are hunting for great lookalikes in Brighton and beyond. We are welcoming nominations for the best in Sussex. They can look like any celebrity, be they a singer, athlete or someone else. If you have family or friends
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Army homosexuality ban: 'I spent my life looking over my shoulder'
THIS year marks the 20th anniversary of the ban on homosexuality in the Armed Forces being lifted. The rule on lesbian, gay and bisexual people serving in the forces was repealed on January 12, 2000. Before that date, troops suspected of being gay
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Former prisoners visit college to talk to students about their experiences
A GROUP of released prisoners visited a school to share their experiences of life behind bars. They visited Varndean College in Brighton on Monday to speak to pupils. The convicts were from a “range of social backgrounds” and had served sentences
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What's it like working at a fast food chicken joint?
WHAT’s it like working at a fast food chicken joint? Chef Sunu Basith, 31, is part of a steamed chicken “dream team” at Roosters Piri Piri restaurant in Brighton’s Western Road. Here, he spills the beans on cooking, co-ordination, and his signature
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Banned: the couple who spent dog rescue charity funds
A GREEDY couple spent cash from a dog charity’s funds. Two former trustees of the Chichester and District Dog Rescue Society were investigated by the Charity Commission. A probe was launched into “serious mismanagement” after investigators found
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Brighton council's pledges are ambitious - but can they be done?
FOR a lot of people, the council’s latest pledges will be welcome news. Plans to ramp up housing provision, make homes affordable and protect tenants in financial trouble will benefit plenty of Brighton and Hove residents if the city council pulls
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Dogs Trust launches campaign to combat puppy-smuggling
UNSUSPECTING dog lovers are being conned into buying puppies which have been illegally imported into the UK. The Dogs Trust has carried out research to find out how many buyers believe they have fallen victim to the illegal puppy-smuggling trade
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School to throw open doors for pupil showcase
PUPILS’ academic achievements will be on show for all to see next week as an artistic school opens its doors to show off its talent. Brighton Waldorf School will host its first interactive showcase of pupil performance for two days next week, complete
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Players and pupils open new football changing rooms
PLAYERS and pupils alike were in jubilant mood as they celebrated the opening of a new changing hut. The facilities at Lewes FC were opened this week by star players Rhian Cleverly and Katie Rood along with students from Lewes Old Grammar School
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Travel: Sun, sea, fun and Venice too
WE WERE left with so many great memories from our family holiday at Pra Delle Torri. It had everything we wanted, a day trip to Venice, golden sandy beaches with glorious sunshine, swimming pools with slides to keep the children happy for hours,
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Beach patrol volunteers granted charity status to keep saving lives
LIFE-SAVING volunteers have been given charity status to allow them to continue their vital work. The Brighton Beach Patrol group has been out on duty on the beach every night for the past five years, saving countless lives. Volunteers often
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Bear Grylls - ‘I still have loads of fears in everyday life’
Survivalist Bear Grylls joins forces with some of Hollywood’s most beloved celebrities for a new season of his outdoor adventure series, Running Wild With Bear Grylls, returning to National Geographic on Sunday January 19. WEEKEND chats to the adventurer
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Road reopened after 'significant' collapse
A ROAD which dramatically collapsed under the weight of floodwater has finally reopened after weeks. The A26 at Spart’s Brook, near Eridge, was closed days before Christmas when a highway drain washed away during heavy rain. Workers spent almost
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Pupils get a taste of the circus life as performers come to school
CHILDREN had a taste of the circus life on Friday as they spun plates and practised juggling. Pupils and families from Hawthorns Primary School in Worthing got the new year off to a spinning start when performers Kate Wright and Lee Sutton delivered
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Ed Balls on his new TV show
Travels In Euroland With Ed Balls sees the former politician explore the rise of populism in six different countries across Europe. He tells The Guide about the most shocking moments during filming - and shares his thoughts on the Labour leadership
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Inside England’s only triangular cottage up for sale
A TRIANGULAR-SHAPED cottage built after a bet has gone on the market for £345,000. The historic property was created after two brothers wagered £5 that a livable home could not be built on such an awkward plot. The two-storey house in Hastings