Crawley-based holiday giant First Choice has taken a big step on to the European stage. The company is buying the six tour operation businesses of Ten Tour group, which carries around one million holidaymakers a year, for up to £77 million. The move boosts
What is happening to our dental service? I have been attending the same dental surgery for 40 years. Recently I was told they were going private and I had a choice of paying for an insurance scheme or paying privately. I was sent a list of dentists in
I read with interest and concern David Edward's revealing article on the French nuclear power plant at Cap de la Hague and its possible effect on Sussex. It is good to see this issue highlighted but very worrying subject which I believe we will hear much
Keith Salvage (Letters, May 30) says that the number of people who commute to London demonstrate Brighton's popularity. That may be true, but Brighton certainly isn't the place to work and that's why thousands of people travel to London and other towns
Smiling Dorothy Baldwin is still the centre of attention at the age of 103. As part of her birthday celebrations yesterday, Brighton and Hove mayor Andy Durr popped in to share a glass of grape juice and have a chat. Staff and residents at the Westwood
Parents fighting to save a care home are organising another public meeting to highlight their cause. The Parents for Palmeira action group wants to highlight "mismanagement" of the Palmeira Project and its closure. The Project, in Palmeira Avenue, Hove
I was upset to see that Joan Stevens felt it necessary to complain that ambulance crews left their doors open when attending an emergency (Argus, May 30). Perhaps they should put greater importance on shutting and locking doors rather than saving people's
Two antique weapons dealers have been fined after selling guns and war memorabilia which were not genuine. Brothers David and Mark Hawkins described an 1873 Colt Peacemaker revolver for sale in their Brighton shop as a genuine collector's item. But Hove
I was interested to read Miles Wootton's letter (Letters, May 29). He did not mention why the social worker told him he would have to sell his mother's home. I wonder whether there is any similarity to a case I have come across. The woman is question
The train company which runs the majority of Sussex services is the most unpopular in the country, a survey has revealed. Figures show Connex South Central scored the highest level of passenger dissatisfaction along with one other company, Silverlink,
Passengers have given Connex South Central the thumbs down just as it hopes to get a long and lucrative franchise. Figures from the Shadow Strategic Rail Authority showed only Silverlink vied with Connex for being the most unpopular rail operator in the
I would like to explain some of the reasons why I am and will continue to be a Scientologist. About five years ago I was just an average guy pursuing my dreams like anyone else and experiencing the usual amount of stress and hang-ups that we all do. I
Iain Lewis hit the penultimate ball of the match for six to complete his century and secure victory for Streat and Westmeston. St Francis hit set a total of 219-8 with contributions from Suraj Weratne (91) and Ranjit Senadira (70), but Streat passed the
Rock-bottom Seaford caused an upset in division one after claiming an unlikely victory at home to The Boards in the East Sussex League. The visitors were cruising at 118-3 but then skipper Terry Penfold (45) departed and they slumped to 132 all out with
A year ago Jozef Wallis was doing office jobs in his home town of East Grinstead. Today, the 20-year-old can look back on the £70,000 his internet design firm has earned this year and look forward to far more. RockIT started out with a loan from Mr Wallis's
Newsquest (Gannett UK), owner of the Argus, has added 99 newspaper titles to its portfolio. The company has already received acceptances for over 65 per cent of the shares in Newscom, which is ranked the eighth largest newspaper group in the UK. A further
What is happening to our dental service? I have been attending the same dental surgery for 40 years. Recently I was told they were going private and I had a choice of paying for an insurance scheme or paying privately. I was sent a list of dentists in
I read with interest and concern David Edward's revealing article on the French nuclear power plant at Cap de la Hague and its possible effect on Sussex. It is good to see this issue highlighted but very worrying subject which I believe we will hear much
Keith Salvage (Letters, May 30) says that the number of people who commute to London demonstrate Brighton's popularity. That may be true, but Brighton certainly isn't the place to work and that's why thousands of people travel to London and other towns
With all the money being spent on rejuvenating St James's Street and other areas of Brighton, what are the police and council going to do about the increasing number of drunks and beggars filling up the town and making it an unpleasant and harassing place
In response to MHC of Ovingdean's letter concerning the fact that supporters of the new stadium at Falmer don't live near Falmer village - the new stadium is not being built in the village of Falmer, Lewes, but in the suburb of Falmer, Brighton. The majority
I was upset to see that Joan Stevens felt it necessary to complain that ambulance crews left their doors open when attending an emergency (Argus, May 30). Perhaps they should put greater importance on shutting and locking doors rather than saving people's
Two antique weapons dealers have been fined after selling guns and war memorabilia which were not genuine. Brothers David and Mark Hawkins described an 1873 Colt Peacemaker revolver for sale in their Brighton shop as a genuine collector's item. But Hove
The train company which runs the majority of Sussex services is the most unpopular in the country, a survey has revealed. Figures show Connex South Central scored the highest level of passenger dissatisfaction along with one other company, Silverlink,
Congratulations on your excellent supplement to mark the 2lst Anniversary of Brighton Marina and in particular the coverage of the Brighton Lifeboat, which is based at the Marina. The Mayor of Brighton & Hove, Councillor Andy Durr, has chosen the
I have been a Scientologist for seven years and have found it has helped me to achieve my goals and to attain a level of personal happiness I never before thought was possible. As it is a 'practical' religious philosophy, I use it almost every day throughout
A total of 171-9 looked a long way off when the leaders struggled to 98-6, but Waller and his vice-captain put on 61 in nine overs. Eastergate were then bowled out for 86 with Steve Mullen taking three wickets and James Iago and John Rogers two apiece
If the council and the police are going to mount a campaign to discourage cyclists from using the promenade please would they devote the same resources in educating pedestrians, roller-bladers and skateboarders to keep out of the seafront cycle-path?
Rock-bottom Seaford caused an upset in division one after claiming an unlikely victory at home to The Boards in the East Sussex League. The visitors were cruising at 118-3 but then skipper Terry Penfold (45) departed and they slumped to 132 all out with
A Brighton inventor has used his creative skills to stave off winter chills by making a multi-purpose heater, cooker and lamp. Michael Furlonger, 57, of Percival Terrace, wanted to find a way to keep himself warm and to provide cooking facilities on a
Crawley-based holiday giant First Choice has taken a big step on to the European stage. The company is buying the six tour operation businesses of Ten Tour group, which carries around one million holidaymakers a year, for up to £77 million. The move boosts
I HAD hoped Brighton and Hove Council would come to its senses and approve plans to bring the former Imperial Theatre in North Street Brighton back to life. We do not need another ugly development of housing and shops eroding Brighton's character. I would
Happy Birthday Anna Trotman born May 31, 1950. Back in the sixties she lived in Brighton Millcroft before moving to Preston Road. If somebody has her address please let me know. -mona_gunnarsson@hotmail.com. tel: 0046 19361876
Smiling Dorothy Baldwin is still the centre of attention at the age of 103. As part of her birthday celebrations yesterday, Brighton and Hove mayor Andy Durr popped in to share a glass of grape juice and have a chat. Staff and residents at the Westwood
Further to Simon Fanshawe's excellent Place To Be article on May 25, I agree that antisocial, illegal behaviour is not exactly an attraction for tourists. In addition to the beggars and litter louts I would add graffiti merchants, speeding pavement cyclists
Parents fighting to save a care home are organising another public meeting to highlight their cause. The Parents for Palmeira action group wants to highlight "mismanagement" of the Palmeira Project and its closure. The Project, in Palmeira Avenue, Hove
TV scriptwriter Carla Lane admitted she is "dumbfounded" after a goat at her Sussex sanctuary gave birth to a lamb. The 18-year-old goat, called Molly, gave birth to the lamb three weeks ago at the sanctuary in Horsted Keynes. Carla said: "We have called
I was interested to read Miles Wootton's letter (Letters, May 29). He did not mention why the social worker told him he would have to sell his mother's home. I wonder whether there is any similarity to a case I have come across. The woman is question
Passengers have given Connex South Central the thumbs down just as it hopes to get a long and lucrative franchise. Figures from the Shadow Strategic Rail Authority showed only Silverlink vied with Connex for being the most unpopular rail operator in the
I would like to explain some of the reasons why I am and will continue to be a Scientologist. About five years ago I was just an average guy pursuing my dreams like anyone else and experiencing the usual amount of stress and hang-ups that we all do. I
Iain Lewis hit the penultimate ball of the match for six to complete his century and secure victory for Streat and Westmeston. St Francis hit set a total of 219-8 with contributions from Suraj Weratne (91) and Ranjit Senadira (70), but Streat passed the
Albion goalkeeper Mark Ormerod believes he has been dealt a good hand after joining Conference club Woking on a two-year deal yesterday. The 24-year-old goalkeeper who was given a free transfer by the Seagulls, feels the move to The Cards will help him
A year ago Jozef Wallis was doing office jobs in his home town of East Grinstead. Today, the 20-year-old can look back on the £70,000 his internet design firm has earned this year and look forward to far more. RockIT started out with a loan from Mr Wallis's
A Brighton inventor has used his creative skills to stave off winter chills by making a multi-purpose heater, cooker and lamp. Michael Furlonger, 57, of Percival Terrace, wanted to find a way to keep himself warm and to provide cooking facilities on a
Newsquest (Gannett UK), owner of the Argus, has added 99 newspaper titles to its portfolio. The company has already received acceptances for over 65 per cent of the shares in Newscom, which is ranked the eighth largest newspaper group in the UK. A further
I HAD hoped Brighton and Hove Council would come to its senses and approve plans to bring the former Imperial Theatre in North Street Brighton back to life. We do not need another ugly development of housing and shops eroding Brighton's character. I would
With all the money being spent on rejuvenating St James's Street and other areas of Brighton, what are the police and council going to do about the increasing number of drunks and beggars filling up the town and making it an unpleasant and harassing place
Happy Birthday Anna Trotman born May 31, 1950. Back in the sixties she lived in Brighton Millcroft before moving to Preston Road. If somebody has her address please let me know. -mona_gunnarsson@hotmail.com. tel: 0046 19361876
Further to Simon Fanshawe's excellent Place To Be article on May 25, I agree that antisocial, illegal behaviour is not exactly an attraction for tourists. In addition to the beggars and litter louts I would add graffiti merchants, speeding pavement cyclists
In response to MHC of Ovingdean's letter concerning the fact that supporters of the new stadium at Falmer don't live near Falmer village - the new stadium is not being built in the village of Falmer, Lewes, but in the suburb of Falmer, Brighton. The majority
TV scriptwriter Carla Lane admitted she is "dumbfounded" after a goat at her Sussex sanctuary gave birth to a lamb. The 18-year-old goat, called Molly, gave birth to the lamb three weeks ago at the sanctuary in Horsted Keynes. Carla said: "We have called
Congratulations on your excellent supplement to mark the 2lst Anniversary of Brighton Marina and in particular the coverage of the Brighton Lifeboat, which is based at the Marina. The Mayor of Brighton & Hove, Councillor Andy Durr, has chosen the
I have been a Scientologist for seven years and have found it has helped me to achieve my goals and to attain a level of personal happiness I never before thought was possible. As it is a 'practical' religious philosophy, I use it almost every day throughout
A total of 171-9 looked a long way off when the leaders struggled to 98-6, but Waller and his vice-captain put on 61 in nine overs. Eastergate were then bowled out for 86 with Steve Mullen taking three wickets and James Iago and John Rogers two apiece
If the council and the police are going to mount a campaign to discourage cyclists from using the promenade please would they devote the same resources in educating pedestrians, roller-bladers and skateboarders to keep out of the seafront cycle-path?
Albion goalkeeper Mark Ormerod believes he has been dealt a good hand after joining Conference club Woking on a two-year deal yesterday. The 24-year-old goalkeeper who was given a free transfer by the Seagulls, feels the move to The Cards will help him
