Albion stalwart Gary Hart admitted today he feels like "a big kid" at the prospect of facing his favourite team Tottenham. The Spurs fanatic is hoping to continue a remarkable turnaround by retaining his place in the starting line-up for tomorrow's third
Albion manager Mark McGhee today warned his team they must cut off the supply line to Robbie Keane. McGhee knows only too well the damage the Spurs striker could do if he gets a sniff of goal in tomorrow's FA Cup third round showdown at White Hart Lane
Furious football fans are questioning Brighton and Hove Albion's ticket policy after missing out on the chance to see the team's FA Cup tie with Spurs tomorrow. Some are returning their £500 season tickets in protest at not being able to see their team
A classic ska track looks set to return to the charts, with Brighton and Hove Albion supporters predicting a top 40 hit to boost the club's fight for a new stadium. Tom Hark (We Want Falmer!) was released on Monday and is expected to join the re-release
What is it with Brighton and Hove City Council's rubbish collection, they are so jobsworth it's not true. I came home from work to find three bags of rubbish uncollected even though they had taken the rubbish from the wheelie bin which was full to the
Home Secretary Charles Clarke visited Hastings yesterday on his first official appearance outside London since taking over from David Blunkett. Mr Clarke, who has held the post since Mr Blunkett's resignation three weeks ago, toured Hastings police station
Chandra Afrizal has made the sad journey from Brighton to his family home in the devastated region of Banda Aceh to see how many of his family and friends were killed by the tsunami. Chandra, chef at The Constant Service pub in Islingword Road, believes
On behalf of Mercury FM's Operation Santa, we'd like to thank everyone who donated to the appeal over the Christmas period. The generosity of people in Sussex and Surrey was astounding, with more than £80,000 raised so far. We would also like to thank
Dave Winterton has been sacked as manager of Eastbourne Town after three years at the helm. Town's 12-man committee passed a majority decision to dismiss Winterton on Monday night with the Saffrons club languishing 14th in division one. Chairman Roger
A mother whose daughter has been missing for almost a week spoke today of her anguish. Harriette Higgins has not been seen by her family since she walked out of her Brighton home on New Year's Day. Sarah Spence said her 14-year-old daughter, known as
May I say a big thank you to all who helped with and all who contributed so generously to the carol collection outside London Road Methodist Church on December 18 and 21 in aid of The Martlets Hospice. The magnificent sum of £1,056.87 was collected on
I feel so sad for all the families who have lost loved ones on Boxing Day. Many people will never be happy again. It is so sad that beautiful countries have been destroyed by nature. -Lesley Kite, Hove
Dan Beck has left Eastbourne Borough to join Bognor after just six weeks at Priory Lane. Beck has been frustrated by the lack of first team opportunities at Borough as he attempts to rebuild his career after being released by Albion. Bognor boss Jack
Lewes have turned down a four-figure bid for midfielder Paul Kennett. Rivals Weymouth were keen on the one-time Albion trainee and are believed to have made an offer in the region of £3,000. However, Lewes manager Steven King is not prepared to sell a
Bumper crowds at the top end of non-league football in Sussex are spelling bad news for clubs lower down the pyramid. Lewes and Eastbourne Borough attracted record league attendances for their Christmas holiday clashes with each other. Last summer's restructuring
It beggars belief in this day and age of weather-warning systems and satellites which are spying on every part of the world and on every thing that moves that none of them were able to forewarn at least one of those countries around the Indian Ocean that
Albion manager Mark McGhee today warned his team they must cut off the supply line to Robbie Keane. McGhee knows only too well the damage the Spurs striker could do if he gets a sniff of goal in tomorrow's FA Cup third round showdown at White Hart Lane
It is rare for a Royal Ascot winner to be seen at the showpiece of National Hunt racing, the Cheltenham Festival. But Corrib Eclipse, who won the Queen Alexandra Stakes at Ascot last June will achieve that distinction in March. After a brilliant schooling
Albion stalwart Gary Hart admitted today he feels like "a big kid" at the prospect of facing his favourite team Tottenham. The Spurs fanatic is hoping to continue a remarkable turnaround by retaining his place in the starting line-up for tomorrow's third
Brighton Bears' star guard Yorick Williams could be fit for the BBL Cup final on Sunday week. Bears' coach Nick Nurse feared Williams was looking at a long-term lay-off after he damaged his shoulder against Plymouth nine days ago. Williams has hurt his
A pub has emptied its ashtrays for the last time to become the first in the city to impose a blanket ban on smoking. The Swan Inn in Falmer now has a no smoking policy throughout the pub after owner John Woodruff finally got fed up with the smell of smoke
A breakthrough today could spell the end of the teaching assistants' strikes. Brighton and Hove City Council agreed to go before ACAS for binding arbitration talks. Any ruling by the independent organisation will have to be respected by the council and
(Cert 12A, 125 mins): Starring Imelda Staunton, Richard Graham, Anna Keaveney, Ruth Sheen and Eddie Marsan. Directed by Mike Leigh Renowned for his thought-provoking insights into human nature, film director Mike Leigh once again delves into the murky
(Cert 18, 87 mins): Starring Brad Dourif, Jennifer Tilly and Billy Boyd. Directed by Don Mancini Face it, you're either going to love this one or hate it with a passion. Six years on from the fourth installment in the infamous Child's Play series, everyone's
Albion's visit to White Hart Lane tomorrow is more than just a glamour FA Cup tie for Guy Butters. It is also a trip down memory lane for the Seagulls' veteran centre half. Butters, 35, will be holding the defence together at the ground where he made
Wine warehouse chain Majestic has uncorked another vintage Christmas performance after sales bucked the lacklustre trend seen by other retailers. The group saw a like-for-like sales improvement of 10.4 per cent in the nine weeks to January 3. Top sellers
I am very lazy at checking my lottery tickets and generally just take them into a shop and have them check the bar code. Not any more. I have three winning numbers for Saturday, September 11, and have been into three supermarkets to claim my £10, only
May I please take this opportunity to thank all your readers who have supported the Mid Sussex-based charity Safe Haven for Donkeys in the Holy Land during 2004. Safe Haven is only a small charity but, as the only organisation caring for donkeys in Israel
Although passengers will be paying an increase of 10p in bus fares from next week, bus travel is still far cheaper than running a car (The Argus, December 31). Road tax, fuel costs, an annual MoT on older cars and parking charges cost a lot of money -
It was an unusual day for TV star Julie Graham when she worked just down the road from her home. The actress relished being able to walk to work and pop home in Brighton between takes to see her 11-month-old daughter Edie May, relax on the pebbles and
Motorists have been warned to expect major delays as crash barriers are installed on one of the county's busiest roads. Work on a 2.4km stretch of the A24 near Horsham starts on January 24 and will take about six weeks. The £362,000 scheme will cover
A policewoman said her brother denied driving a van which killed a student just minutes after a head-on collision. Louise Sparks told Hove Crown Court of the conversation with Christian Sparks, 29, who is accused of causing death by dangerous driving.
A drunken teenager who violently attacked a young couple at a taxi rank has been put behind bars by magistrates. James Morey, 19, hit Jordan Burgess, who fell to the ground where he was kicked repeatedly. When Mr Burgess's girlfriend, Sophie Manning,
A man breached an antisocial behaviour order (Asbo) when he allegedly spat in the face of a policeman, a court heard. Joshua Haggart, 19, was also said to have used abusive words when he called the officer "a faggot" after he was arrested, a court heard
Might I offer my heartfelt congratulations to headmaster Walker for his brave contribution to the war against civil liberties (The Argus, January 5). How apposite that the first to be subjected to these random fishing expeditions are schoolchildren (who
I agree the restoration of Stanmer Park House in Brighton is needed but I do not believe people are aware of what else will happen to this house and grounds once the plans have been agreed. Yes, an art gallery and public rooms sound very nice but what
Hastings United manager Neville Southall is set to play the same team which earned a 2-0 win over Dorking in his first game in charge for the trip to his old club Molesey. Southall, a former director of football at Molesey, has signed five players including
Green Party leader and general election hopeful Keith Taylor faces a five-year ban as a Brighton and Hove city councillor. The group convenor holds one of the few hopes of the Greens gaining their first seat in the Commons. But his prospects at the polls
I am writing to express my utmost praise and gratitude to the numerous community nurses, Martlets-at-Home personnel, Macmillan Nurses and the Marie Curie Nursing team, all of who are sharing in the care of my husband in our home. Their dedication, efficiency
Worthing's injury problems are easing ahead of tomorrow's trip to Cheshunt. Stewart Holmes is back in action following a knee problem while Mark Ormerod (back), Micky Phillips (ankle) and Clay Lamont (unavailable) could return to the squad. Chris Dicker
A classic ska track looks set to return to the charts, with Brighton and Hove Albion supporters predicting a top 40 hit to boost the club's fight for a new stadium. Tom Hark (We Want Falmer!) was released on Monday and is expected to join the re-release
A pirate CD factory turning out discs worth tens of thousands of pounds has been discovered under the stairs of a house. Police and trading standards officers who raided the home in Bevendean, Brighton, yesterday found master copies including Now 59 and
With the terrible situation in Asia at the moment and as the weeks and months go by, will we still help these people? It must stay focused in our minds. One answer would be to donate our monthly council tax bill, which would be of much better use over
Think about those people who have lost a loved one, how can they come to terms with the loss and move on with their lives? I had a recent experience of losing someone I cared for and felt devastated. It was a relationship break-up. There are many people
Crawley manager Francis Vines today challenged Charlie Mapes and Allan Tait to prove him wrong. Reds face Conference high-flyers Carlisle tomorrow at the Broadfield Stadium with a squad depleted by injury and suspension. Simon Wormull, who will have a
Albion's visit to White Hart Lane tomorrow is more than just a glamour FA Cup tie for Guy Butters. It is also a trip down memory lane for the Seagulls' veteran centre half. Butters, 35, will be holding the defence together at the ground where he made
City leaders have welcomed proposals to use salvaged historical artefacts to build a new West Pier. The famous Brighton landmark is beyond repair after being repeatedly battered by the elements and many had feared it would eventually crumble into the
Almost half the staff at fashion retailer Pilot Clothing were facing an uncertain future today as the company went into administration. About 300 jobs are at risk after efforts by the 70-strong chain to seek a financial lifeline were thwarted by poor
(Cert 15, 173 mins): Starring Colin Farrell, Angelina Jolie, Anthony Hopkins, Jared Leto, Brian Blessed, Christopher Plummer and Val Kilmer. Directed by Oliver Stone There was a time when the historical epic was Hollywood's greatest asset. But as the
(Cert 15, 119 mins): Starring Ziyi Zhang, Takeshi Kaneshiro and Andy Lau. Directed by Zhang Yimou Three times Oscar nominee Zhang Yimou follows on from his internationally acclaimed martial arts hit Hero with this revolutionary tale of love and betrayal
City leaders have welcomed proposals to use salvaged historical artefacts to build a new West Pier. The famous Brighton landmark is beyond repair after being repeatedly battered by the elements and many had feared it would eventually crumble into the
