Douglas D'Enno, from Saltdean, joins the debate in last week's Feedback on the literal meaning of Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg's hit Je T'aime (Moi Non Plus). He says Bill Bailey's translation of the line "Je vais et je viens entre tes reins" as "
The revelation that farmers are once again using antibiotics to fatten up chickens is another sickening example of food producers putting profits before people. It is a cynical exploitation of the market with utter disregard for the health of the public
A man arrested in Sussex appeared in court today to deny murdering Belfast human rights lawyer Pat Finucane in 1989. Ken Barrett, 40, was arrested in the county this week by detectives examining alleged security force collusion with paramilitary killers
Readers of The Argus may not have access to the Sussex University students' paper The Badger which featured the amazing story of US sales of anthrax to Iraq (May 22). This is extensively documented and mentioned by a few MPs in the Commons but has received
Parkridge Developments' Philip O'Callaghan accuses me of scaremongering (The Argus, May 22). I cannot see how he fits that into the context of what Parkridge proposes and the others in opposition to it. If Mr O'Callaghan wants some real scaremongering
I was glad to hear what JT Gibson thinks of Gordon Brown's attitude to pensioners with savings (Letters, May 24). I would like to go further. If Mr Gibson had little or no savings, he would be entitled to a maximum pension plus no council tax or rent
Drivers in Kemp Town have been slowing down to get a better look at a gallery painting of pop star Kylie Minogue. The Aussie singer, as celebrated for her rear as for her voice, has been depicted by artist Simon Etheridge in gold hot pants. Bus passengers
Brighton Marina has suffered a blow with the decision of JD Wetherspoon to pull out from a £2 million development there. The decision has been made on a commercial basis by the company, which does not think the marina is the right place for a superpub
I was most disappointed to read of the killing of the now rare specimen of shark, the thresher, by a Brighton angler. When I was a young angler in the Fifties, these were a common fish during the summer months as they followed the shoals of mackerel up
Sussex skipper Chris Adams believes playing Championship leaders Surrey is the nearest most of his players will get to experiencing the buzz of the Test arena. His only disappointment as his side headed for The Oval today is that Adam Hollioake, rather
As a local fisherman, I was very disappointed to see such a beautiful creature as the thresher shark, caught off Roedean, displayed as some sort of trophy. Many years ago, fishing on the Palace Pier, one or two threshers were caught every summer while
Jason Brooker has been called up to box for England Schoolboys. The 14-year-old Hillcrest School pupil, Hastings, is the first West Hill Amateur Boxing Club fighter to pull on an England vest since Stefan Symes fought against South Africa in an inter-nation
Brighton light-heavyweight Neil Linford knows he will get no more easy fights as he prepares to face unbeaten Andrew Lowe tomorrow. Linford takes on the Bethnal Green boxer in his own backyard at the York Hall in the East End on the undercard of heavyweight
Eastbourne Tory MP Nigel Waterson is to stage his own referendum on the new draft European Union Constitution. He is calling the Eastbourne Referendum as the Government's refuses to consult over the controversial draft. It contains plans to extend EU
A pub chain has abandoned plans to invest £2 million and create 50 new jobs at Brighton Marina. Multi-millionaire Tim Martin, founder and managing director of JD Wetherspoon, said he wanted to open a Lloyds No 1 Bar at the new Waterfront Development.
So, that's what happens when the Boutique goes "live". It turns out bringing together Danish electro-pop eccentricity and the Audio Bullys from London isn't necessarily a winning combination. I wouldn't say the night was a failure but it felt stilted
Chancellor Gordon Brown has called on Europe and America to work together to bring down barriers to trade. He was speaking yesterday following the publication of Treasury-backed studies which suggested more free commerce between the US and EU could provide
Half of all managers would give up £1,000 of their salary or their company car to improve conditions in their workplace, according to a survey today. One in four were ashamed to bring clients into their offices and 45 per cent would consider moving to
TV soccer pundit Jimmy Hill is to open a retirement kennel for former racing greyhounds. Brighton and Hove Owners' Association is opening the new Deneholme Kennels in Wheatsheaf Road, Albourne, on June 8. The facility allows greyhounds whose racing days
A pub chain has abandoned plans to invest £2 million and create 50 new jobs at Brighton Marina. Multi-millionaire Tim Martin, founder and managing director of JD Wetherspoon, said he wanted to open a Lloyds No 1 Bar at the new Waterfront Development.
A historic beauty spot inherited by the daughters of the late Duke and Duchess of Norfolk is being used as a rally racecourse. Residents whose homes border Angmering Park, near Arundel, claim their peaceful village lives have been shattered by the arrival
Pop fans can at last mark the date in their diary for the must-see event of the year in Sussex - the Southern FM Party in the Park. Once again thousands of partygoers will descend on Preston Park in Brighton for the free concert, which will be held on
Historians hope to keep alive the memory of the man who gave his name to Mount Everest. As celebrations took place to mark the 50th anniversary of the first ascent of the world's highest mountain, the grave of Sir George Everest lays all but forgotten
A pensioner who shot his unfaithful wife dead after she asked for a divorce was today starting a six-year jail term. Charles Hall, 69, gasped loudly and clutched the side of the dock as he was cleared by a jury of murdering his 53-year-old wife Trudy
"People just keep bringing me dead animals," says Brighton artist Simon Ward. "Last week I did a hamster and I guess I'll just keep doing them as long as they keep coming." The 24-year-old is not running a sideline in pet cremations. Instead he digitally
If you're interested in one-man comedy but find most of it too predictable, this is the show for you. Definitely best enjoyed with the minimal amount of prior knowledge, this subtle comedy's strength lies in its ability to repeatedly take you by surprise
Here's our pick of the jazz and blues artists performing at venues around Sussex. PETE WAREHAM'S TIP FACTOR: Prize-winning saxophonist with new quartet, featuring trumpeter Tom Arthurs. Brighton Jazz Club at Sussex Arts Club, May 30, 8pm. ROBIN JONES:
Talking chimps, granny's temper, the birth of tango and a pound of flesh are all worth venturing out for. THE CHIMP THAT SPOKE, Gardner Arts Centre, Falmer, June 3-4 This is the intriguing story of Washoe - the first chimpanzee to learn sign language
Teen band Kubrik, Love Affair's Steve Ellis, Russian folk-punkers Yat-Kha and Nineties indie faves Tindersticks are in Sussex this week. KUBRIK, Pressure Point, Brighton, June 1 These Brighton-based 19-year-olds met at Varndean College and have established
Recording your debut album is hard enough without two band members ending their long-term relationship, equipment breaking down and money running out. But these were the miserable conditions which led to the creation of one of this year's most beautiful
A West Sussex garden which attracts thousands of visitors every year has been named the best in Britain. West Dean Gardens, north of Chichester, has won the prestigious Historic Houses Association/Christie's Garden of the Year award. The accolade is awarded
The revelation that farmers are once again using antibiotics to fatten up chickens is another sickening example of food producers putting profits before people. It is a cynical exploitation of the market with utter disregard for the health of the public
A man arrested in Sussex appeared in court today to deny murdering Belfast human rights lawyer Pat Finucane in 1989. Ken Barrett, 40, was arrested in the county this week by detectives examining alleged security force collusion with paramilitary killers
The city centre will come to a standstill as hundreds of mourners pay their last respects to schoolteacher Jane Longhurst. St Peter's Church, the parish church of Brighton, has been chosen for her funeral service at 2pm on June 10. The church in York
A man went berserk with a machete in a bloody street battle in Hangleton. Three men suffered cuts and multiple injuries. Police were called to the fracas by neighbours who heard screams and shouts outside their homes just before 5pm yesterday. Detectives
Although Black Rock may not be a suitable site for a health spa, I would heartily support Lloyd Jacobs in his desire to see such a spa in the Brighton area (The Argus, May 22). Preferably, it should be near the sea so the health-giving water could be
It did not take long for Josh Gifford come out of retirement. Despite deciding to call it a day after 50 years in racing, he was called back on duty by his son Nick, who sent his dad to Doncaster sales to buy a horse. Josh, who does not mess about in
I was glad to hear what JT Gibson thinks of Gordon Brown's attitude to pensioners with savings (Letters, May 24). I would like to go further. If Mr Gibson had little or no savings, he would be entitled to a maximum pension plus no council tax or rent
Drivers in Kemp Town have been slowing down to get a better look at a gallery painting of pop star Kylie Minogue. The Aussie singer, as celebrated for her rear as for her voice, has been depicted by artist Simon Etheridge in gold hot pants. Bus passengers
Brighton Marina has suffered a blow with the decision of JD Wetherspoon to pull out from a £2 million development there. The decision has been made on a commercial basis by the company, which does not think the marina is the right place for a superpub
I was most disappointed to read of the killing of the now rare specimen of shark, the thresher, by a Brighton angler. When I was a young angler in the Fifties, these were a common fish during the summer months as they followed the shoals of mackerel up
It was with great sadness and disappointment that I read the front page story of the slaughter of the not-so-common, common thresher shark (The Argus, May 28). This beautiful shark had been caught by a novice fisherman off Brighton and, rather than admired
Jason Brooker has been called up to box for England Schoolboys. The 14-year-old Hillcrest School pupil, Hastings, is the first West Hill Amateur Boxing Club fighter to pull on an England vest since Stefan Symes fought against South Africa in an inter-nation
Billy Taylor made a crucial breakthrough for Sussex at the Oval today, only to limp out of the action a few moments later. The Sussex seamer removed Surrey opener Jon Batty in his sixth over but pulled up in his run-up clutching his thigh a couple of
Brighton light-heavyweight Neil Linford knows he will get no more easy fights as he prepares to face unbeaten Andrew Lowe tomorrow. Linford takes on the Bethnal Green boxer in his own backyard at the York Hall in the East End on the undercard of heavyweight
Chris Purton, with a score of two under par, is the Sussex colts champion. Purton, who is 18, was making his last appearance in this showpiece for the likely lads of the county. He has decided to turn pro at the end of September and in that respect is
A charity worker has been named runner-up in a prestigious award. Geraldine Booker, who co-founded the Quicken Trust with husband Geoff, was nominated for the Clarins Most Dynamisante Woman of the Year Award by Jenny Moore, from Polegate. And she was
So, that's what happens when the Boutique goes "live". It turns out bringing together Danish electro-pop eccentricity and the Audio Bullys from London isn't necessarily a winning combination. I wouldn't say the night was a failure but it felt stilted
Engines giant Rolls-Royce has reassured shareholders by sticking to its hopes of profits growth this year. The company said Sars had exacerbated the impact of the Iraq war on the civil aviation market but saw no reason to alter profits guidance issued
Chancellor Gordon Brown has called on Europe and America to work together to bring down barriers to trade. He was speaking yesterday following the publication of Treasury-backed studies which suggested more free commerce between the US and EU could provide
Secretary Jan Tozer was cooking her husband's tea and almost missed her moment of glory on popular evening show Richard And Judy. The collapse of Brighton's West Pier had inspired the mother of two to enter the Channel 4 programme's art competition. But
TV soccer pundit Jimmy Hill is to open a retirement kennel for former racing greyhounds. Brighton and Hove Owners' Association is opening the new Deneholme Kennels in Wheatsheaf Road, Albourne, on June 8. The facility allows greyhounds whose racing days
Some 150 Porsche enthusiasts gathered in Brighton to celebrate the classic 356, the car in which movie star James Dean lived fast and died young. The last time the Porsche 356 Club Annual Convention met in England was 12 years ago in Harrogate, North
A pub chain has abandoned plans to invest £2 million and create 50 new jobs at Brighton Marina. Multi-millionaire Tim Martin, founder and managing director of JD Wetherspoon, said he wanted to open a Lloyds No 1 Bar at the new Waterfront Development.
A historic beauty spot inherited by the daughters of the late Duke and Duchess of Norfolk is being used as a rally racecourse. Residents whose homes border Angmering Park, near Arundel, claim their peaceful village lives have been shattered by the arrival
A coach driver on a day trip hurried 170 miles home to visit his sick grandchild - with a busload of passengers on board. Christopher Parker, a director of Pavilion Travel Tours, took less than half an hour's break on the six-hour drive back to Brighton
A painting of Kylie Minogue is leaving motorists and bus passengers spinning around in their seats. The picture of the Aussie pop princess dressed in a skimpy top and gold hotpants is stopping traffic outside the Art Asylum gallery in Kemp Town, Brighton
Historians hope to keep alive the memory of the man who gave his name to Mount Everest. As celebrations took place to mark the 50th anniversary of the first ascent of the world's highest mountain, the grave of Sir George Everest lays all but forgotten
Police are today investigating an unconfirmed sighting of a teenage couple who have vanished from their seaside homes in East Sussex. A witness told police Daniel Smith, 16, and his girlfriend Barbara White, 14, were spotted in Tunbridge Wells, Kent,
A disused pub was badly damaged by a blaze and an Eastbourne superstore was evacuated during a busy night for the fire brigade. Passers-by spotted plumes of smoke rising from The George Hotel in George Street, Hailsham, shortly after 7.15pm yesterday
A pub chain has abandoned plans to invest £2 million and create 50 new jobs at Brighton Marina. Multi-millionaire Tim Martin, founder and managing director of JD Wetherspoon, said he wanted to open a Lloyds No 1 Bar at the new Waterfront Development.
What to do with a classic film, probably the greatest love story ever told in British cinema history? Well, you should play it over and over again, allowing more and more people to see just how good a film-maker David Lean was. What you probably shouldn't
Almost £1 million is set to be spent repairing crumbling cliffs along the East Sussex coast. A study commissioned by Hastings Borough Council found several areas near the seafront in need of shoring up against rock falls. In a report to go before members
If you're interested in one-man comedy but find most of it too predictable, this is the show for you. Definitely best enjoyed with the minimal amount of prior knowledge, this subtle comedy's strength lies in its ability to repeatedly take you by surprise
This year's Brighton Early Music Festival will take place from September 26 to October 5. As a precursor, it is holding a 12-hour marathon celebrating local talent. Co-artistic director Clare Norburn says: "We want a fun day of music of all styles and
Here's our pick of the jazz and blues artists performing at venues around Sussex. PETE WAREHAM'S TIP FACTOR: Prize-winning saxophonist with new quartet, featuring trumpeter Tom Arthurs. Brighton Jazz Club at Sussex Arts Club, May 30, 8pm. ROBIN JONES:
Talking chimps, granny's temper, the birth of tango and a pound of flesh are all worth venturing out for. THE CHIMP THAT SPOKE, Gardner Arts Centre, Falmer, June 3-4 This is the intriguing story of Washoe - the first chimpanzee to learn sign language
Elite Force, Mr Scruff and Sister Bliss are all down our way at our pick of the venues. MAXIMUM YARDAGE, Concorde 2, Brighton, May 31 This one is a double-header to celebrate the launch of not one, but two records. Elite Force will be playing tracks from
A West Sussex garden which attracts thousands of visitors every year has been named the best in Britain. West Dean Gardens, north of Chichester, has won the prestigious Historic Houses Association/Christie's Garden of the Year award. The accolade is awarded
Caught in the act or simply taking a closer look at the latest appearance of crop circles? Either way, there are people in the midst of these spooky patterns. Aerial pictures clearly show people standing in the middle of circles which mysteriously appeared
On the day an official report ruled incompetence was to blame for a rail crash which killed seven people last May, one survivor has spoken of her battle to recover. Her smiling face hides the trauma of a year in which she was forced to confront not one
Two men accused of stealing more than £1 million from the HSBC bank at Gatwick have been remanded in custody. Ian Burr and Gary Mullen, both 35, allegedly dressed as security guards and drove a blue Ford Transit van decked out with logos from the security
Celebrities lined up to toast the real stars of Sussex at The Argus Achievement Awards ceremony last night. Newsreader Nicholas Owen hosted the emotion-charged event honouring the county's unsung heroes at The Corn Exchange in Brighton. Adding a touch
Billy Taylor made a crucial breakthrough for Sussex at the Oval today, only to limp out of the action a few moments later. The Sussex seamer removed Surrey opener Jon Batty in his sixth over but pulled up in his run-up clutching his thigh a couple of
Hove-based DJ Fatboy Slim will grace the stage at Glastonbury Festival just hours before love rival DJ Dan Peppe hits the decks. The line-up for the sell-out event, revealed today, could lead to some tricky moments if the pair cross paths backstage. Peppe
The city centre will come to a standstill as hundreds of mourners pay their last respects to schoolteacher Jane Longhurst. St Peter's Church, the parish church of Brighton, has been chosen for her funeral service at 2pm on June 10. The church in York
A man went berserk with a machete in a bloody street battle in Hangleton. Three men suffered cuts and multiple injuries. Police were called to the fracas by neighbours who heard screams and shouts outside their homes just before 5pm yesterday. Detectives
Although Black Rock may not be a suitable site for a health spa, I would heartily support Lloyd Jacobs in his desire to see such a spa in the Brighton area (The Argus, May 22). Preferably, it should be near the sea so the health-giving water could be
It did not take long for Josh Gifford come out of retirement. Despite deciding to call it a day after 50 years in racing, he was called back on duty by his son Nick, who sent his dad to Doncaster sales to buy a horse. Josh, who does not mess about in
It was supposed to be the clash of the top two. Instead, Hastings and Horsham will be aiming to make up ground on the leaders when they meet tomorrow. Between them, the two clubs have monopolised the Shepherd Neame Sussex League and its associated cup
Adam Shields was in brilliant form as the Eagles managed to gain the aggregate bonus point in last night's Elite League meeting at Ipswich. The Australian had too much power for the home side and was unbeaten from seven starts. It is the first time a
I was sent a letter from British Gas saying that a refund for £26.40 would be paid to me. I am still waiting for my money so I rang British Gas and asked for a cheque. I was told the payment had been cancelled. I have received nothing in writing to state
Eastbourne Eagles wonderkid Edward Kennett is one step away from a world final. Kennett, just 16, is through to the semi-finals of the World Under-21 Championships in the Slovenia capital Ljubljana on June 29. It's a sensational achievement for the youngster
Brighton and Hove has the first older people's council in Britain dedicated to giving retired people a stronger voice. But it does not seem there is a great deal of interest among oldies in the city. When nominations closed for the elections to be held
Worthing boss Barry Lloyd has welcomed news of potential new investment into the Ryman League club. Chairman Beau Reynolds has already been contacted by the representative of a group of would be backers. Reynolds is keen to hear what the group are willing
It was with great sadness and disappointment that I read the front page story of the slaughter of the not-so-common, common thresher shark (The Argus, May 28). This beautiful shark had been caught by a novice fisherman off Brighton and, rather than admired
New Lewes manager Steven King insists people will soon know all about him. The appointment of King on Wednesday was met with raised eyebrows in some quarters. The 35-year-old former Dulwich Hamlet No. 2 is hardly known in Sussex circles but King is determined
Two talented youngsters are following in the footsteps of actor Jude Law after being chosen to take part in this summer's National Youth Music Theatre. Lucie Griffiths, 16, and 12-year-old Callum Mcintyre were invited to join the prestigious company after
Billy Taylor made a crucial breakthrough for Sussex at the Oval today, only to limp out of the action a few moments later. The Sussex seamer removed Surrey opener Jon Batty in his sixth over but pulled up in his run-up clutching his thigh a couple of
Chris Purton, with a score of two under par, is the Sussex colts champion. Purton, who is 18, was making his last appearance in this showpiece for the likely lads of the county. He has decided to turn pro at the end of September and in that respect is
A unique council designed to specifically represent older people is likely to remain much the same after elections next month. Thanks to a lack of candidates, its membership will drop from nine to eight as no one has been nominated for one of the authority's
Pub and club owners have been warned about selling cigarettes to children. Places selling cigarettes through vending machines could face a fine of up £2,500 if anyone under 16 is seen buying tobacco. Courts can also order the machines to be removed. Staff
A charity worker has been named runner-up in a prestigious award. Geraldine Booker, who co-founded the Quicken Trust with husband Geoff, was nominated for the Clarins Most Dynamisante Woman of the Year Award by Jenny Moore, from Polegate. And she was
Engines giant Rolls-Royce has reassured shareholders by sticking to its hopes of profits growth this year. The company said Sars had exacerbated the impact of the Iraq war on the civil aviation market but saw no reason to alter profits guidance issued
The number of mortgages approved to buy a house remained low last month as the property market continued to slow down. The British Bankers' Association (BBA) yesterday said 80,411 loans were approved for buying a home during the month, 22 per cent lower
The mood among Britain's consumers has showed further signs of recovery as figures suggest confidence is returning to levels seen before the war in Iraq. Research group Martin Hamblin GfK's closely- watched consumer confidence index yesterday built on
Secretary Jan Tozer was cooking her husband's tea and almost missed her moment of glory on popular evening show Richard And Judy. The collapse of Brighton's West Pier had inspired the mother of two to enter the Channel 4 programme's art competition. But
Some 150 Porsche enthusiasts gathered in Brighton to celebrate the classic 356, the car in which movie star James Dean lived fast and died young. The last time the Porsche 356 Club Annual Convention met in England was 12 years ago in Harrogate, North
A pioneering day centre for the homeless is fighting for survival following the ending of its initial National Lottery funding. Next month the start-up funding for the First Base Centre in Montpelier Place, Brighton, will run out. It will force the centre
A coach driver on a day trip hurried 170 miles home to visit his sick grandchild - with a busload of passengers on board. Christopher Parker, a director of Pavilion Travel Tours, took less than half an hour's break on the six-hour drive back to Brighton
A painting of Kylie Minogue is leaving motorists and bus passengers spinning around in their seats. The picture of the Aussie pop princess dressed in a skimpy top and gold hotpants is stopping traffic outside the Art Asylum gallery in Kemp Town, Brighton
As a father of four Sir Paul McCartney may well be used to the pitter-patter of tiny feet but the latest addition to his clan may prove the biggest handful. Sixty-year-old Sir Paul's last child, James, was born a quarter of a century ago when the former
Here are cinema listings for the coming week. Just find the film you want and see where it's showing. ANTWONE FISHER (15) at Brighton Odeon. BALZAC AND THE LITTLE CHINESE SEAMSTRESS (12A) At Duke of York's. BOWLING FOR COLUMBINE at Curzon Picture Playhouse
It's time to raise a glass at a popular beer, music and poetry festival which returns in a new venue and with a different name. Glastonwake 2003 takes place at the main bar and restaurant at Shoreham airport tonight and tomorrow, replacing the Glastonwick
What to do with a classic film, probably the greatest love story ever told in British cinema history? Well, you should play it over and over again, allowing more and more people to see just how good a film-maker David Lean was. What you probably shouldn't
This year's Brighton Early Music Festival will take place from September 26 to October 5. As a precursor, it is holding a 12-hour marathon celebrating local talent. Co-artistic director Clare Norburn says: "We want a fun day of music of all styles and
Elite Force, Mr Scruff and Sister Bliss are all down our way at our pick of the venues. MAXIMUM YARDAGE, Concorde 2, Brighton, May 31 This one is a double-header to celebrate the launch of not one, but two records. Elite Force will be playing tracks from
A young boy told a jury he was angry and upset when his basketball coach smacked his bare bottom. He was giving evidence via a video link to a jury at Lewes Crown Court. The boy's former coach Anthony Awcock, 49, of Bentswood Crescent, Haywards Heath,
Caught in the act or simply taking a closer look at the latest appearance of crop circles? Either way, there are people in the midst of these spooky patterns. Aerial pictures clearly show people standing in the middle of circles which mysteriously appeared
Pop fans can at last mark the date in their diary for the must-see event of the year in Sussex - the Southern FM Party in the Park. Once again thousands of partygoers will descend on Preston Park in Brighton for the free concert, which will be held on
On the day an official report ruled incompetence was to blame for a rail crash which killed seven people last May, one survivor has spoken of her battle to recover. Her smiling face hides the trauma of a year in which she was forced to confront not one
Two men accused of stealing more than £1 million from the HSBC bank at Gatwick have been remanded in custody. Ian Burr and Gary Mullen, both 35, allegedly dressed as security guards and drove a blue Ford Transit van decked out with logos from the security
Celebrities lined up to toast the real stars of Sussex at The Argus Achievement Awards ceremony last night. Newsreader Nicholas Owen hosted the emotion-charged event honouring the county's unsung heroes at The Corn Exchange in Brighton. Adding a touch
Billy Taylor made a crucial breakthrough for Sussex at the Oval today, only to limp out of the action a few moments later. The Sussex seamer removed Surrey opener Jon Batty in his sixth over but pulled up in his run-up clutching his thigh a couple of
Douglas D'Enno, from Saltdean, joins the debate in last week's Feedback on the literal meaning of Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg's hit Je T'aime (Moi Non Plus). He says Bill Bailey's translation of the line "Je vais et je viens entre tes reins" as "
Hove-based DJ Fatboy Slim will grace the stage at Glastonbury Festival just hours before love rival DJ Dan Peppe hits the decks. The line-up for the sell-out event, revealed today, could lead to some tricky moments if the pair cross paths backstage. Peppe
Readers of The Argus may not have access to the Sussex University students' paper The Badger which featured the amazing story of US sales of anthrax to Iraq (May 22). This is extensively documented and mentioned by a few MPs in the Commons but has received
Parkridge Developments' Philip O'Callaghan accuses me of scaremongering (The Argus, May 22). I cannot see how he fits that into the context of what Parkridge proposes and the others in opposition to it. If Mr O'Callaghan wants some real scaremongering
It was supposed to be the clash of the top two. Instead, Hastings and Horsham will be aiming to make up ground on the leaders when they meet tomorrow. Between them, the two clubs have monopolised the Shepherd Neame Sussex League and its associated cup
Adam Shields was in brilliant form as the Eagles managed to gain the aggregate bonus point in last night's Elite League meeting at Ipswich. The Australian had too much power for the home side and was unbeaten from seven starts. It is the first time a
I was sent a letter from British Gas saying that a refund for £26.40 would be paid to me. I am still waiting for my money so I rang British Gas and asked for a cheque. I was told the payment had been cancelled. I have received nothing in writing to state
Eastbourne Eagles wonderkid Edward Kennett is one step away from a world final. Kennett, just 16, is through to the semi-finals of the World Under-21 Championships in the Slovenia capital Ljubljana on June 29. It's a sensational achievement for the youngster
Sussex skipper Chris Adams believes playing Championship leaders Surrey is the nearest most of his players will get to experiencing the buzz of the Test arena. His only disappointment as his side headed for The Oval today is that Adam Hollioake, rather
Brighton and Hove has the first older people's council in Britain dedicated to giving retired people a stronger voice. But it does not seem there is a great deal of interest among oldies in the city. When nominations closed for the elections to be held
As a local fisherman, I was very disappointed to see such a beautiful creature as the thresher shark, caught off Roedean, displayed as some sort of trophy. Many years ago, fishing on the Palace Pier, one or two threshers were caught every summer while
Worthing boss Barry Lloyd has welcomed news of potential new investment into the Ryman League club. Chairman Beau Reynolds has already been contacted by the representative of a group of would be backers. Reynolds is keen to hear what the group are willing
New Lewes manager Steven King insists people will soon know all about him. The appointment of King on Wednesday was met with raised eyebrows in some quarters. The 35-year-old former Dulwich Hamlet No. 2 is hardly known in Sussex circles but King is determined
Two talented youngsters are following in the footsteps of actor Jude Law after being chosen to take part in this summer's National Youth Music Theatre. Lucie Griffiths, 16, and 12-year-old Callum Mcintyre were invited to join the prestigious company after
A unique council designed to specifically represent older people is likely to remain much the same after elections next month. Thanks to a lack of candidates, its membership will drop from nine to eight as no one has been nominated for one of the authority's
Pub and club owners have been warned about selling cigarettes to children. Places selling cigarettes through vending machines could face a fine of up £2,500 if anyone under 16 is seen buying tobacco. Courts can also order the machines to be removed. Staff
Eastbourne Tory MP Nigel Waterson is to stage his own referendum on the new draft European Union Constitution. He is calling the Eastbourne Referendum as the Government's refuses to consult over the controversial draft. It contains plans to extend EU
A pub chain has abandoned plans to invest £2 million and create 50 new jobs at Brighton Marina. Multi-millionaire Tim Martin, founder and managing director of JD Wetherspoon, said he wanted to open a Lloyds No 1 Bar at the new Waterfront Development.
Nurses, physiotherapists and hospital managers are in training for a run in aid of cancer research. The 20 staff at The Esperance Hospital are among 563 women running in the first Eastbourne Cancer Research UK Race For Life on Sunday. Starting at 11pm
Half of all managers would give up £1,000 of their salary or their company car to improve conditions in their workplace, according to a survey today. One in four were ashamed to bring clients into their offices and 45 per cent would consider moving to
The number of mortgages approved to buy a house remained low last month as the property market continued to slow down. The British Bankers' Association (BBA) yesterday said 80,411 loans were approved for buying a home during the month, 22 per cent lower
The mood among Britain's consumers has showed further signs of recovery as figures suggest confidence is returning to levels seen before the war in Iraq. Research group Martin Hamblin GfK's closely- watched consumer confidence index yesterday built on
A pioneering day centre for the homeless is fighting for survival following the ending of its initial National Lottery funding. Next month the start-up funding for the First Base Centre in Montpelier Place, Brighton, will run out. It will force the centre
Pop fans can at last mark the date in their diary for the must-see event of the year in Sussex - the Southern FM Party in the Park. Once again thousands of partygoers will descend on Preston Park in Brighton for the free concert, which will be held on
A pensioner who shot his unfaithful wife dead after she asked for a divorce was today starting a six-year jail term. Charles Hall, 69, gasped loudly and clutched the side of the dock as he was cleared by a jury of murdering his 53-year-old wife Trudy
As a father of four Sir Paul McCartney may well be used to the pitter-patter of tiny feet but the latest addition to his clan may prove the biggest handful. Sixty-year-old Sir Paul's last child, James, was born a quarter of a century ago when the former
"People just keep bringing me dead animals," says Brighton artist Simon Ward. "Last week I did a hamster and I guess I'll just keep doing them as long as they keep coming." The 24-year-old is not running a sideline in pet cremations. Instead he digitally
It's time to raise a glass at a popular beer, music and poetry festival which returns in a new venue and with a different name. Glastonwake 2003 takes place at the main bar and restaurant at Shoreham airport tonight and tomorrow, replacing the Glastonwick
Teen band Kubrik, Love Affair's Steve Ellis, Russian folk-punkers Yat-Kha and Nineties indie faves Tindersticks are in Sussex this week. KUBRIK, Pressure Point, Brighton, June 1 These Brighton-based 19-year-olds met at Varndean College and have established
Recording your debut album is hard enough without two band members ending their long-term relationship, equipment breaking down and money running out. But these were the miserable conditions which led to the creation of one of this year's most beautiful
A young boy told a jury he was angry and upset when his basketball coach smacked his bare bottom. He was giving evidence via a video link to a jury at Lewes Crown Court. The boy's former coach Anthony Awcock, 49, of Bentswood Crescent, Haywards Heath,
