The Liberal Democrats are set to debate a radical new stance on how to provide public services when they hit Brighton next week. Sussex MEP Chris Huhne has chaired a special working party, which has developed the party's new policy paper on the issue.
A blood-stained teenager found roaming the streets with a kitchen knife told police he was going to stab people, a court heard. James Walker, 18, was seen by officers walking along King's Road, Brighton, in the early hours of August 17. As officers approached
Companies are being invited to show interest in a prime seafront leisure regeneration site. Brighton and Hove City Council has agreed in principle to demolish the King Alfred Leisure Centre. The Hove building will be replaced by a new £20 million centre
Organisers of this year's Pride have handed more than £10,000 to worthy causes. The annual festival for gay, lesbian and bi-sexual people last month was another major success. With 25,000 people parading through the streets, Brighton was brought to life
Young skateboarders are nearing victory in their battle to get a skate park in their neighbourhood. An official application for funding to build a facility in the Malling area of Lewes will be made to Sport England next month. If the bid is successful
Rail passengers say short rush-hour trains are forcing them to endure cattle truck conditions at the end and start of some journeys. Sussex rail operators Thameslink and SouthCentral are coming under fire for running the short trains at peak times. One
What perfect spin from Councillor Ian Duncan (Letters, September 13). The referendum was not "Do you want a leisure centre or housing?" but "How many units do you favour?" The King Alfred is a leisure centre and should remain so and be improved. Why do
Jason Collodi, organiser of the silent peace walk to mark the anniversary of September 11, thanks us for our report and picture last week. However, he says about 200 people took part and not 30 as we reported, adding: "It was very encouraging to see so
They'd probably disagree, but Neil Carter, Gary Keedy, Amjad Khan, Mushtaq Ahmed and Devon Malcolm could hardly be ranked among county cricket's batting luminaries. Try telling that to the Sussex bowlers, though. No member of that quintet bats any higher
I understand the reason the UK is number-one target for asylum seekers is because of the generous benefits they receive here. Why not give them the same benefits pensioners get? That should soon stop them coming over. The refugees get the gravy and the
A ruthless armed robber has won the right to have his case heard at the Court of Appeal for the second time, it emerged today. Kevin Stephen, who also has a conviction for rape, was jailed for his part in a raid at a Brighton off-licence. But the Criminal
We had nothing to do with the dramatic photograph of estate agents' boards laid out on Brunswick Square, Hove (The Argus, September 13), which some people might regard as an act of vandalism in aid of a good cause. However, we can assure readers we have
I would like to reassure A Older (Letters, September 18) that Brighton and Hove City Council is keeping its promise with regard to the renovation of the arches, railings, shelters and benches along the East Brighton seafront. A major refurbishment contract
As a resident of Redvers Road, I despair at those who continue to flout the one-way system and risk lives, Brighton and Hove City Council's lack of interest in a problem it created and lack of policing this receives. On Wednesday, September 18, I witnessed
Hastings face another tough match in the Dr Martens premier division when they host last season's runners-up Tamworth. George Wakeling will be without three-goal striker Ellis Remy who came off the bench in Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Chelmsford City and
Crawley boss Billy Smith is abandoning his three strikers policy and promising wholesale changes to the team which surrendered a seven-match unbeaten run in midweek. Smith was furious when Reds conceded three set-piece goals at home to Dover on Tuesday
The buzz that has made Brighton city centre such an attractive place for residents and visitors has stopped well short of Lewes Road. For most of the past century, there has been deprivation in this part of Brighton. Although other areas of the city,
Farmers descended on a dairy last night to fight for more money for the milk they sell. Dairy farmers say they are making a loss and many in the county have gone out of business. Milk is bought from farmers for an average of 16.5p a litre. Farmers say
Seeing the ongoing interest in trolleybuses in these columns prompted me to point out that two cities in France (including Lyons, the second city) are currently renewing their trolleybus fleets in support of their tram routes. Vehicle builder Irisbus
So now we know. Lord Bassam's full page on "My city of the future" (The Argus, September 17) contains not one word about a new home for the Albion or an ice stadium to rival Guildford's or even Gillingham's (yes, them again). In fact, it has nothing about
Nick Gifford has started work as assistant trainer to his illustrious father Josh at Downs Stables, Findon. He plans to obtain a licence to train this time next year. But, like Tim Easterby in Yorkshire, who won the St Leger with Bollin Eric last week
Worthing are ready to make changes as they prepare for another big cup afternoon at Roundstone Lane. Ian Davies's side tackle National Three outfit Old Colfeians in the second round proper of the Powergen Cup, having already beaten higher division opposition
Lewes and East Grinstead are ready to renew rivalries when the new hockey season begins on Sunday. Following relegation last year, Lewes find themselves up against Grinstead in national league division two. Grinstead have struck the first blow between
The Government has been urged to solve the pensions crisis by raising the state retirement age to 70. The Pensions Policy Institute (PPI) said, given the relatively low level of the basic state pension and people's lack of savings, the debate on raising
A battle for control of bed maker Silentnight is under way after takeover talks with its majority shareholder collapsed. Silentnight revealed it was in discussions with Famco, a family trust set up by late founder Tom Clarke and owner of 50.5 per cent
A Sussex hospital has closed its smoking room following accusations that it had become a drugs den. Police advised bosses at Worthing Hospital to close the room in the east-wing following allegations two patients were dealing drugs from it. Patients and
Traders are spurning a cut-price deal to join an anti-crime scheme in favour of paying their own way. More than 30 businesses in St James's Street in Kemp Town, Brighton, have signed up to a safe shops initiative. But most are opting to pay the full rate
We had lived in our old house on the cliff top at Roedean for more than 30 years and it has been sad business moving. But we are now in Hove (actually) and we will have to see how we get on. It has been a traumatic few days. Nothing seemed to fit. But
Things are starting to move for Powerplus, the Eastbourne company helped by a panel of business experts. The company manufactures devices that can be fitted to car engines to save fuel and cut emissions. The experts felt Powerplus had potential for growth
Travellers who set up camp in Brighton were given their marching orders today. But the travellers immediately hit back by launching a legal challenge. Brighton and Hove City Council has applied for a court order to clear the site at Bexhill Road, near
Taxpayers who forked out 18 per cent more for police services this year are facing yet another hefty increase. The Sussex Police Authority (SPA) is warning of a £17 million cut in Government grants and a stark choice: higher taxes or reduced services.
Brighton and Hove Albion have strengthened their squad by awarding the versatile John Piercy a one year contract. The Sussex-based former Spurs utility player goes straight into the squad for tomorrow's trip to Rotherham. Piercy has been training with
Charlie Oatway has told Albion fans to keep getting on his back. Oatway has been one of the main targets for criticism during the Seagulls' early season struggle, but the defiant midfielder says he is man enough to take it. "If I'm big enough to go out
Revered drummer Spike Wells is the bandleader at Brighton Jazz Club on September 20, where he presents his polished trio. With him is the equally renowned figure of double bassist Chris Laurence. Chris has worked in notable ensembles with John Surman,
Brighton's newest old venue has lined up a season featuring star names, well-loved shows and a few styles that may be new to you. Brighton meets Broadway magic with the BBC Concert Orchestra on September 28 as Rodgers and Hart's sparkling musicals Pal
This classic and ever-popular Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale comes to the Komedia. Anderson's famous tale about a tin soldier, skillfully reproduced by Storybox, begins with a little boy who receives a Christmas present of a set of toy soldiers. One
Lee Hazlewood is probably best remembered as the droopy-moustached eccentric responsible for Nancy Sinatra's ode to girl power, These Boots Are Made For Walking. Until then, he had been busy inventing Duane Eddy's distinctive guitar twang, pioneering
The Liberal Democrats are set to debate a radical new stance on how to provide public services when they hit Brighton next week. Sussex MEP Chris Huhne has chaired a special working party, which has developed the party's new policy paper on the issue.
A blood-stained teenager found roaming the streets with a kitchen knife told police he was going to stab people, a court heard. James Walker, 18, was seen by officers walking along King's Road, Brighton, in the early hours of August 17. As officers approached
A group of students turned up to find their college course had been cancelled despite studying for a year. Students were dismayed after having their Higher National Certificate (HNC) course in building and construction cancelled. This is despite them
Young skateboarders are nearing victory in their battle to get a skate park in their neighbourhood. An official application for funding to build a facility in the Malling area of Lewes will be made to Sport England next month. If the bid is successful
Rail passengers say short rush-hour trains are forcing them to endure cattle truck conditions at the end and start of some journeys. Sussex rail operators Thameslink and SouthCentral are coming under fire for running the short trains at peak times. One
It is astonishing that Tony Blair has allowed his government to be browbeaten into involvement in the foxhunting debate. Set against education, immigration, health, drugs, crime and all the rest of it, foxhunting is an utterly trivial pursuit involving
Brighton and Hove Albion have strengthened their squad by awarding the versatile John Piercy a one year contract. The Sussex-based former Spurs utility player goes straight into the squad for tomorrow's trip to Rotherham. Piercy has been training with
Is the local government commission trying to wipe the memory of a very great man from the history books? The commission at first only suggested boundary changes but the final report has also recommended a reduction in councillor numbers and my Churchill
We had nothing to do with the dramatic photograph of estate agents' boards laid out on Brunswick Square, Hove (The Argus, September 13), which some people might regard as an act of vandalism in aid of a good cause. However, we can assure readers we have
I would like to reassure A Older (Letters, September 18) that Brighton and Hove City Council is keeping its promise with regard to the renovation of the arches, railings, shelters and benches along the East Brighton seafront. A major refurbishment contract
Lee Weston and Peter Brackley have re-signed for Worthing after spells coaching in the United States. They trained at Woodside Road last night and have been added to Barry Lloyd's squad. Both can provide attacking flair from wide positions and they were
As a resident of Redvers Road, I despair at those who continue to flout the one-way system and risk lives, Brighton and Hove City Council's lack of interest in a problem it created and lack of policing this receives. On Wednesday, September 18, I witnessed
Towering toddler Chloe Capelin has been banned from a children's group because of her height. Although only two and a half, she has breached the maximum limit of 3ft at the Fun Factory in Littlehampton. The ban is bureaucratic and it is hard to believe
Traffic wardens and parking attendants throughout the country do a valuable job for their communities. Their primary job is to enforce parking regulations, as set out by the local authority, and as such keep the roads clear from illegal and dangerous
The buzz that has made Brighton city centre such an attractive place for residents and visitors has stopped well short of Lewes Road. For most of the past century, there has been deprivation in this part of Brighton. Although other areas of the city,
Farmers descended on a dairy last night to fight for more money for the milk they sell. Dairy farmers say they are making a loss and many in the county have gone out of business. Milk is bought from farmers for an average of 16.5p a litre. Farmers say
St Leonards skipper Dave Fisher has been told he has no future at the club following a dressing room bust-up. Manager Glyn White informed the 32-year-old striker he will never play for him again after a fracas with a member of the backroom staff following
Ten points. That could be the magic figure which wins Eastbourne Eagles the cup. The Sussex squad go into tomorrow night's final against Peterborough Panthers at Arlington Stadium bidding to win the knockout trophy for the first time in five years. That
They'd probably disagree, but Neil Carter, Gary Keedy, Amjad Khan, Mushtaq Ahmed and Devon Malcolm could hardly be ranked among county cricket's batting luminaries. Try telling that to the Sussex bowlers though. No member of that quintet bats any higher
All-rounder Robin Martin-Jenkins became the third Sussex batsman to reach 1,000 first-class runs for the season at Hove today. Martin-Jenkins pushed the second ball of the third day from Mark Wagh into the leg side to reach the milestone but his hopes
Worthing are ready to make changes as they prepare for another big cup afternoon at Roundstone Lane. Ian Davies's side tackle National Three outfit Old Colfeians in the second round proper of the Powergen Cup, having already beaten higher division opposition
Charlie Oatway has told Albion fans to keep getting on his back. Oatway has been one of the main targets for criticism during the Seagulls' early season struggle, but the defiant midfielder says he is man enough to take it. "If I'm big enough to go out
The Government has been urged to solve the pensions crisis by raising the state retirement age to 70. The Pensions Policy Institute (PPI) said, given the relatively low level of the basic state pension and people's lack of savings, the debate on raising
A battle for control of bed maker Silentnight is under way after takeover talks with its majority shareholder collapsed. Silentnight revealed it was in discussions with Famco, a family trust set up by late founder Tom Clarke and owner of 50.5 per cent
A Sussex hospital has closed its smoking room following accusations that it had become a drugs den. Police advised bosses at Worthing Hospital to close the room in the east-wing following allegations two patients were dealing drugs from it. Patients and
Businesses could see the price of accessing the internet using broadband drop significantly following an announcement by the telecoms regulator. Oftel has ordered BT to cut prices for other telephone companies which lease the lines linking its network
Traders are spurning a cut-price deal to join an anti-crime scheme in favour of paying their own way. More than 30 businesses in St James's Street in Kemp Town, Brighton, have signed up to a safe shops initiative. But most are opting to pay the full rate
We had lived in our old house on the cliff top at Roedean for more than 30 years and it has been sad business moving. But we are now in Hove (actually) and we will have to see how we get on. It has been a traumatic few days. Nothing seemed to fit. But
Things are starting to move for Powerplus, the Eastbourne company helped by a panel of business experts. The company manufactures devices that can be fitted to car engines to save fuel and cut emissions. The experts felt Powerplus had potential for growth
Travellers who set up camp in Brighton were given their marching orders today. But the travellers immediately hit back by launching a legal challenge. Brighton and Hove City Council has applied for a court order to clear the site at Bexhill Road, near
A young boy was injured after being involved in a collision with a bus. The youngster, who had been crossing Fort Road, Newhaven, was taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, following the accident today at 7.40am. He was not thought to be
Farmers descended on a dairy near Uckfield last night to fight for more money for the milk they sell. Dairy farmers say they are making a loss and many in the county have gone out of business. Milk is bought from farmers for an average of 16.5p a litre
A Sussex hospital has closed its smoking room following accusations that it had become a drugs den. Police advised bosses at Worthing Hospital to close the room in the east-wing following allegations two patients were dealing drugs from it. Patients and
Four homes in Bognor were evacuated last night because of a gas leak, which started while contractors were replacing steel pipes with plastic ones. Transco was called to deal with the pipe, providing gas to several streets in the Bersted area. A fire
A decision on the future of breast cancer services in Brighton and Hove will go to the wire. No formal recommendation has been made to a joint Brighton and Hove City and Mid Sussex Primary Care Trust board meeting next Friday. Members are being asked
Protesters fighting to save ancient woodlands in Worthing staged a demonstration as they handed a petition to planners. There was a strong police presence as more than 50 people waved placards outside Worthing Town Hall yesterday in a bid to save Titnore
Taxpayers who forked out 18 per cent more for police services this year are facing yet another hefty increase. The Sussex Police Authority (SPA) is warning of a £17 million cut in Government grants and a stark choice: higher taxes or reduced services.
Brighton and Hove Albion have strengthened their squad by awarding the versatile John Piercy a one year contract. The Sussex-based former Spurs utility player goes straight into the squad for tomorrow's trip to Rotherham. Piercy has been training with
Charlie Oatway has told Albion fans to keep getting on his back. Oatway has been one of the main targets for criticism during the Seagulls' early season struggle, but the defiant midfielder says he is man enough to take it. "If I'm big enough to go out
Brighton's newest old venue has lined up a season featuring star names, well-loved shows and a few styles that may be new to you. Brighton meets Broadway magic with the BBC Concert Orchestra on September 28 as Rodgers and Hart's sparkling musicals Pal
This classic and ever-popular Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale comes to the Komedia. Anderson's famous tale about a tin soldier, skillfully reproduced by Storybox, begins with a little boy who receives a Christmas present of a set of toy soldiers. One
Stones In His Pockets is one of those successes you can only feel goodwill towards. Wanting to create something cheap and instantly performable, writer Marie Jones sat down to produce a play that only needed two actors and virtually no set. That it has
Lee Hazlewood is probably best remembered as the droopy-moustached eccentric responsible for Nancy Sinatra's ode to girl power, These Boots Are Made For Walking. Until then, he had been busy inventing Duane Eddy's distinctive guitar twang, pioneering
Parents are being warned of a possible outbreak of measles because the number of children having vaccinations has fallen to critically low levels. Brighton and Hove has one of the lowest take-up rates of the MMR vaccine in the South-East. Only 71 per
Residents say their quality of life is being undermined by mountains of rubbish, vandalism and graffiti. Rubbish left uncollected in the Lewes Road area of Brighton has angered residents who say it is the latest example of how their area is being neglected
A group of students turned up to find their college course had been cancelled despite studying for a year. Students were dismayed after having their Higher National Certificate (HNC) course in building and construction cancelled. This is despite them
I was under the impression the Variety Club was a children's charity. I was amazed to read (September 18) that there was an invitation for budding bunny girls to audition for three males at the Hilton Metropole Hotel. "Bring a piece of swimwear", it says
It is astonishing that Tony Blair has allowed his government to be browbeaten into involvement in the foxhunting debate. Set against education, immigration, health, drugs, crime and all the rest of it, foxhunting is an utterly trivial pursuit involving
Brighton and Hove Albion have strengthened their squad by awarding the versatile John Piercy a one year contract. The Sussex-based former Spurs utility player goes straight into the squad for tomorrow's trip to Rotherham. Piercy has been training with
Is the local government commission trying to wipe the memory of a very great man from the history books? The commission at first only suggested boundary changes but the final report has also recommended a reduction in councillor numbers and my Churchill
Brighton Bears face another Contintental test as their pre-season programme moves to the midlands this weekend. Bears tackle last season's French Pro B strugglers Brest in the Birmingham tournament tomorrow. They then take on Sheffield on Sunday before
Lee Weston and Peter Brackley have re-signed for Worthing after spells coaching in the United States. They trained at Woodside Road last night and have been added to Barry Lloyd's squad. Both can provide attacking flair from wide positions and they were
Towering toddler Chloe Capelin has been banned from a children's group because of her height. Although only two and a half, she has breached the maximum limit of 3ft at the Fun Factory in Littlehampton. The ban is bureaucratic and it is hard to believe
Traffic wardens and parking attendants throughout the country do a valuable job for their communities. Their primary job is to enforce parking regulations, as set out by the local authority, and as such keep the roads clear from illegal and dangerous
St Leonards skipper Dave Fisher has been told he has no future at the club following a dressing room bust-up. Manager Glyn White informed the 32-year-old striker he will never play for him again after a fracas with a member of the backroom staff following
The Government has made much of its commitment to provide money for extra police officers on the beat. However, complicated funding arrangements, which favour the North rather than the South, mean Sussex is about to miss out. Sussex Police Authority chairman
On a recent Friday, I was in Churchill Square, Brighton, at 5.30pm looking for a No 1 or No 6 bus. There should have been a No 6 but none arrived, just two limited-stop No 1Xs at 5.50pm. A No 1 arrived but soon became totally packed. I arrived in the
Ten points. That could be the magic figure which wins Eastbourne Eagles the cup. The Sussex squad go into tomorrow night's final against Peterborough Panthers at Arlington Stadium bidding to win the knockout trophy for the first time in five years. That
They'd probably disagree, but Neil Carter, Gary Keedy, Amjad Khan, Mushtaq Ahmed and Devon Malcolm could hardly be ranked among county cricket's batting luminaries. Try telling that to the Sussex bowlers though. No member of that quintet bats any higher
All-rounder Robin Martin-Jenkins became the third Sussex batsman to reach 1,000 first-class runs for the season at Hove today. Martin-Jenkins pushed the second ball of the third day from Mark Wagh into the leg side to reach the milestone but his hopes
Charlie Oatway has told Albion fans to keep getting on his back. Oatway has been one of the main targets for criticism during the Seagulls' early season struggle, but the defiant midfielder says he is man enough to take it. "If I'm big enough to go out
Clothing retailer Austin Reed was out of fashion in the City after revealing a dramatic drop in business over recent weeks. Chief executive Roger Jennings said sales across the group had plunged 11 per cent in the past month as shoppers tightened their
Businesses could see the price of accessing the internet using broadband drop significantly following an announcement by the telecoms regulator. Oftel has ordered BT to cut prices for other telephone companies which lease the lines linking its network
The number of UK households using broadband internet connections is still lower than in any other country in Europe. This according to researchers Nielsen NetRatings. Only nine per cent of UK households use a high-speed connection to dial-up the internet
A one-legged motorist cut power to traffic lights outside an ambulance station. The man smashed into lights in his Ford Escort last night before leaving the scene on crutches. Paramedics at Hove ambulance station normally switch the lights to red as they
A young boy was injured after being involved in a collision with a bus. The youngster, who had been crossing Fort Road, Newhaven, was taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, following the accident today at 7.40am. He was not thought to be
A road-rage driver drove at a pedestrian on a crossing and threatened to rape his daughter, a court heard. Paul Mills later threatened to kill another driver and rape his wife in a second attack a week later. He denied two counts of dangerous driving
A decision on the future of breast cancer services in Brighton and Hove will go to the wire. No formal recommendation has been made to a joint Brighton and Hove City and Mid Sussex Primary Care Trust board meeting next Friday. Members are being asked
Up to £750,000 of public money may have to be spent on finishing the renovation of The Dome, Brighton. The Dome and Museum restoration scheme, which has cost £35 million over three years, is over budget. Brighton and Hove City Council's policy committee
The Chilingirian String Quartet, formerly resident quartet at Sussex University, perform the first two of a series of six recitals. The Chillies, now at the Royal College of Music in London, will feature all of Beethoven's quartets between now and Christmas
Seventies glamour or Belfast grit, Broadway classic or Brit comedy, it's all in Sussex's theatres. THE REAL THING, Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne, until October 5 John Gordon Sinclair stars in this humorous play set in the unstable world of love
Stopping in Brighton for a mere two nights on his non-stop exhausting tour, Count Arthur Strong delivers a guaranteed night of hilarity. The show is mainly a ventriloquism act as the Count wrestles with his bandaged Egyptian mummy dummy. Those hoping
Relive the Eighties, revive punk rock, rock with Reef or get down and folky ... it's all on this week. NICK HEYWARD, GO WEST AND CURIOSITY KILLED THE CAT, Assembly Hall, Worthing, September 24 Three of the most influential bands of the Eighties will be
London-based Mah Rana's exquisitely-made objects highlight just how much we invest psychologically and emotionally in our jewellery. Rana explores our relationship with jewellery, in particular how we use it in our daily lives and its role in marking
Choose between blissed-out trance and funky breakbeats with our pick of the weekend places to be. THE PUSSYCAT CLUB, The Zap, Brighton, September 20 Dress up for a night with Sister Bliss and her inimitable style of progressive house and trance She has
Stones In His Pockets is one of those successes you can only feel goodwill towards. Wanting to create something cheap and instantly performable, writer Marie Jones sat down to produce a play that only needed two actors and virtually no set. That it has
Parents are being warned of a possible outbreak of measles because the number of children having vaccinations has fallen to critically low levels. Brighton and Hove has one of the lowest take-up rates of the MMR vaccine in the South-East. Only 71 per
Residents say their quality of life is being undermined by mountains of rubbish, vandalism and graffiti. Rubbish left uncollected in the Lewes Road area of Brighton has angered residents who say it is the latest example of how their area is being neglected
Companies are being invited to show interest in a prime seafront leisure regeneration site. Brighton and Hove City Council has agreed in principle to demolish the King Alfred Leisure Centre. The Hove building will be replaced by a new £20 million centre
Organisers of this year's Pride have handed more than £10,000 to worthy causes. The annual festival for gay, lesbian and bi-sexual people last month was another major success. With 25,000 people parading through the streets, Brighton was brought to life
I was under the impression the Variety Club was a children's charity. I was amazed to read (September 18) that there was an invitation for budding bunny girls to audition for three males at the Hilton Metropole Hotel. "Bring a piece of swimwear", it says
What perfect spin from Councillor Ian Duncan (Letters, September 13). The referendum was not "Do you want a leisure centre or housing?" but "How many units do you favour?" The King Alfred is a leisure centre and should remain so and be improved. Why do
Jason Collodi, organiser of the silent peace walk to mark the anniversary of September 11, thanks us for our report and picture last week. However, he says about 200 people took part and not 30 as we reported, adding: "It was very encouraging to see so
They'd probably disagree, but Neil Carter, Gary Keedy, Amjad Khan, Mushtaq Ahmed and Devon Malcolm could hardly be ranked among county cricket's batting luminaries. Try telling that to the Sussex bowlers, though. No member of that quintet bats any higher
I understand the reason the UK is number-one target for asylum seekers is because of the generous benefits they receive here. Why not give them the same benefits pensioners get? That should soon stop them coming over. The refugees get the gravy and the
A ruthless armed robber has won the right to have his case heard at the Court of Appeal for the second time, it emerged today. Kevin Stephen, who also has a conviction for rape, was jailed for his part in a raid at a Brighton off-licence. But the Criminal
Brighton Bears face another Contintental test as their pre-season programme moves to the midlands this weekend. Bears tackle last season's French Pro B strugglers Brest in the Birmingham tournament tomorrow. They then take on Sheffield on Sunday before
Hastings face another tough match in the Dr Martens premier division when they host last season's runners-up Tamworth. George Wakeling will be without three-goal striker Ellis Remy who came off the bench in Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Chelmsford City and
Crawley boss Billy Smith is abandoning his three strikers policy and promising wholesale changes to the team which surrendered a seven-match unbeaten run in midweek. Smith was furious when Reds conceded three set-piece goals at home to Dover on Tuesday
Seeing the ongoing interest in trolleybuses in these columns prompted me to point out that two cities in France (including Lyons, the second city) are currently renewing their trolleybus fleets in support of their tram routes. Vehicle builder Irisbus
The Government has made much of its commitment to provide money for extra police officers on the beat. However, complicated funding arrangements, which favour the North rather than the South, mean Sussex is about to miss out. Sussex Police Authority chairman
On a recent Friday, I was in Churchill Square, Brighton, at 5.30pm looking for a No 1 or No 6 bus. There should have been a No 6 but none arrived, just two limited-stop No 1Xs at 5.50pm. A No 1 arrived but soon became totally packed. I arrived in the
So now we know. Lord Bassam's full page on "My city of the future" (The Argus, September 17) contains not one word about a new home for the Albion or an ice stadium to rival Guildford's or even Gillingham's (yes, them again). In fact, it has nothing about
Nick Gifford has started work as assistant trainer to his illustrious father Josh at Downs Stables, Findon. He plans to obtain a licence to train this time next year. But, like Tim Easterby in Yorkshire, who won the St Leger with Bollin Eric last week
Lewes and East Grinstead are ready to renew rivalries when the new hockey season begins on Sunday. Following relegation last year, Lewes find themselves up against Grinstead in national league division two. Grinstead have struck the first blow between
Clothing retailer Austin Reed was out of fashion in the City after revealing a dramatic drop in business over recent weeks. Chief executive Roger Jennings said sales across the group had plunged 11 per cent in the past month as shoppers tightened their
The number of UK households using broadband internet connections is still lower than in any other country in Europe. This according to researchers Nielsen NetRatings. Only nine per cent of UK households use a high-speed connection to dial-up the internet
A one-legged motorist cut power to traffic lights outside an ambulance station. The man smashed into lights in his Ford Escort last night before leaving the scene on crutches. Paramedics at Hove ambulance station normally switch the lights to red as they
A former mayor has launched an outspoken attack on council colleagues after announcing her resignation. Gillian Nassau described the council chamber at Crowborough town council as a " Roman arena." She said she believed personal attacks on fellow members
A road-rage driver drove at a pedestrian on a crossing and threatened to rape his daughter, a court heard. Paul Mills later threatened to kill another driver and rape his wife in a second attack a week later. He denied two counts of dangerous driving
The Duke of Devonshire has been awarded the freedom of Eastbourne. Andrew Buxton, 82, was presented with the freeman's scroll by mayor Olive Woodall during the ceremony at the town hall yesterday. He took the oath in front of civic leaders including Liberal
Police have pledged to crack down on boy racers who are making life a misery for residents in Worthing. They promised action after complaints about teenagers driving cars at speed through the town centre late at night. The motorists meet at Teville Gate
Up to £750,000 of public money may have to be spent on finishing the renovation of The Dome, Brighton. The Dome and Museum restoration scheme, which has cost £35 million over three years, is over budget. Brighton and Hove City Council's policy committee
Revered drummer Spike Wells is the bandleader at Brighton Jazz Club on September 20, where he presents his polished trio. With him is the equally renowned figure of double bassist Chris Laurence. Chris has worked in notable ensembles with John Surman,
The Chilingirian String Quartet, formerly resident quartet at Sussex University, perform the first two of a series of six recitals. The Chillies, now at the Royal College of Music in London, will feature all of Beethoven's quartets between now and Christmas
Seventies glamour or Belfast grit, Broadway classic or Brit comedy, it's all in Sussex's theatres. THE REAL THING, Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne, until October 5 John Gordon Sinclair stars in this humorous play set in the unstable world of love
Stopping in Brighton for a mere two nights on his non-stop exhausting tour, Count Arthur Strong delivers a guaranteed night of hilarity. The show is mainly a ventriloquism act as the Count wrestles with his bandaged Egyptian mummy dummy. Those hoping
Relive the Eighties, revive punk rock, rock with Reef or get down and folky ... it's all on this week. NICK HEYWARD, GO WEST AND CURIOSITY KILLED THE CAT, Assembly Hall, Worthing, September 24 Three of the most influential bands of the Eighties will be
London-based Mah Rana's exquisitely-made objects highlight just how much we invest psychologically and emotionally in our jewellery. Rana explores our relationship with jewellery, in particular how we use it in our daily lives and its role in marking
Choose between blissed-out trance and funky breakbeats with our pick of the weekend places to be. THE PUSSYCAT CLUB, The Zap, Brighton, September 20 Dress up for a night with Sister Bliss and her inimitable style of progressive house and trance She has
