Stories for 11 March 2004

The Argus Albion

March 11: Albion charged over Stockport fracas

Albion were today charged by the Football Association with failing to control their players.   more...

March 11: Adams wanst Benjamin back

Former Albion manager Micky Adams is poised to cut short Trevor Benjamin's loan spell with the Seagulls.   more...

March 10: Albion 3 Tranmere 0

First the good news. Leon Knight and Trevor Benjamin were back on top form at Withdean as Albion swept aside a Tranmere team with other matters on their minds.   more...

The Argus Business

Airport blight under Tory spotlight

Senior Tory Theresa May has made a scathing attack on the Government's transport policies in Sussex ahead of a visit tomorrow.  more...

Trailblazer makes it to top table

A company which specialises in fire-resistant materials has recorded a 50 per cent growth in just three years.  more...

Architect draws up new city plan

Architect Piers Gough has put forward another unique design for North Laine in Brighton after plans for a striped-yellow building dubbed the banana block were dropped.  more...

Gatwick enjoys air traffic leap

Gatwick has reported a jump in passenger numbers because 2004 is a leap year.  more...

Investor blow as RSA profits fall

Royal & Sun Alliance disappointed investors today after posting results at the lower end of market forecasts.  more...

Pensions plea

Three changes to the state pension could help thousands of women enjoy a better retirement, the TUC said yesterday.  more...

Awards to put firms on map

The battle for top dog status has begun in the Eastbourne and district business community.  more...

BP chief's pay tops £3m

The chief executive of BP received an inflation-busting eight per cent pay rise after steering the oil giant to record profits in 2003.  more...

The Argus News

Union's fears at terror threat

Firefighters today warned it would take up to 40 minutes to respond to a terror attack on the Labour Party conference.   more...

Airport blight under Tory spotlight

Senior Tory Theresa May has made a scathing attack on the Government's transport policies in Sussex ahead of a visit tomorrow.   more...

Illegal worker died of drink and drugs

A former PE teacher who fled the Ukraine to work illegally in Britain died from an overdose of heroin and alcohol.   more...

Club fears gates will bar artists

A popular seafront nightspot fears huge security gates blocking the road could 'drive away' top DJs.   more...

Watchdog probes synagogue sale

A bible charity has had its bank account frozen as watchdogs launch an inquiry into the sale of a synagogue.   more...

We're turning a great country into a dump

While I have enormous pride in this great country of ours, particularly its scenic beauty and achievements, I cannot, in all honesty, say the same about my fellow countrymen who seem hell-bent on turning it into a giant refuse tip.  more...

Decent manners

Edward Thomas (The Argus, February 27) is right, manners maketh man.  more...

Correct code

Rod Ackers (Letters, March 4) has misread the Highway Code rules on box junctions.  more...

Architect draws up new plan

Architect Piers Gough has put forward another unique design for North Laine in Brighton after plans for a striped-yellow building dubbed the banana block were dropped.   more...

We need local football pitches too

I think The Argus's new promotional poster titled "The Arena?" with its tagline "local necessity and national pride" is very apt.  more...

Get it right

Michael Hildreth lets himself down twice (Letters, March 3). Firstly, what the heck have lower priced houses got to do with taxi fares? Secondly, never assume anything.  more...

Pass the tissues

The arguments for and against the Brighton and Hove taxi dispute are still clocking up the miles.  more...

Wrong direction

Dean Docherty (Letters, March 8) brought a good word into the taxi fare debate - knowledge.  more...

Don't be mean

What a vindictive letter from Bob Metson (Letters, March 4) directed at Roger Musselle, who is a most kind and unassuming man.  more...

No argument

Football fans are nasty and I might not feel like spending alternate winter Saturdays contemplating Falmer church if they are nearby.  more...

Why we'll never feel at home in the valleys

A high-profile scheme to combat Brighton and Hove's housing shortage by moving poor families to Wales and the North has attracted just 16 in its first year.   more...

West is best for property millionaires

It is getting easier to become a millionaire but moving into a luxury mansion still seems to depend not on what you're worth but where you live.   more...

Such injustice

Several Premiership footballers are charged with a serious assault in Spain and heaven and earth are moved to try to get them released on bail after just one day.  more...

A big thank you

Can I say a very big thank you to all the doctors and nurses in the medical and surgical assessment unit at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton for their care and kindness in looking after me last month.  more...

Stop moaning

Tory parliamentary hopeful Mike Weatherley (The Argus, February 27) claims to be a victim of "stealth tax" parking fines when the truth is simpler.  more...

Big Winn on a bus is Just the ticket

Many buses carry the name of a famous person who made their home in Brighton.  more...

Ensuring all's fair in my shopping bag

This may be Fairtrade Fortnight but every day is Fairtrade Day for Rebecca Smith.   more...

Romantic Eagles land on their feet

A pair of lovebirds will enjoy a red and blue wedding after kicking off their romance on a football pitch.   more...

The Argus Sport

Adams wanst Benjamin back

Former Albion manager Micky Adams is poised to cut short Trevor Benjamin's loan spell with the Seagulls.   more...

Albion charged over Stockport fracas

Albion were today charged by the Football Association with failing to control their players.   more...

Match Report: Albion 3 Tranmere 0

First the good news. Leon Knight and Trevor Benjamin were back on top form at Withdean as Albion swept aside a Tranmere team with other matters on their minds.   more...

Dr Martens (Eastern): Burgess Hill 1 Salisbury City 0

A powerful 38th-minute strike from Matt Geard gave Burgess Hill victory in their crucial clash with Salisbury.   more...

Basketball: Newcastle 96 Bears 109

Brighton Bears weathered a one-man supershow on Tyneside last night and took a significant step towards the British League title.   more...

Basketball: Alleyne on revenge mission

Andrew Alleyne is the most improved player in the dark blue of Brighton Bears.   more...