Business leaders have given their support to plans for a £290 million seafront development. Two metals have been shortlisted for the sculpted roof of a £290 million sports and housing scheme. Karis, the developer behind the Frank Gehry-designed
The audience at the Little Britain stage tour's first night in Brighton found themselves unexpectedly appearing on live national TV. More than 4,000 people were enjoying the live version of the hit BBC sketch show at the Brighton Centre on Wednesday night
Brighton and Hove Albion is urging fans to help Zoe Ball be crowned Strictly Come Dancing champion. The club, which has enjoyed the unrelenting support of her DJ husband Norman Cook, is calling on its supporters to return the favour. Zoe, 35, has dazzled
The father of tragic Jacob Wragg plans to write a book about his life under the deadly creeping shadow of Hunter syndrome. Andy Wragg told a friend it would set the record straight on a case that touched the hearts of the nation. Former SAS soldier Wragg
Alan Blayney, like the rest of the footballing world, has no idea what is going on at Southampton. The problem for Blayney is Saints are his employers and the uncertainty swirling around St Mary's could have a significant impact on the goalkeeping future
The government has expressed regret over the attempted deportation of a Hove asylum-seeker to Iran. Home Office Minister Tony McNulty has written to Hove and Portslade MP Celia Barlow admitting certain aspects of the attempted deportation of Iranian IT
Two metals have been shortlisted for the sculpted roof of a £290 million sports and housing scheme. Karis, the developer behind the Frank Gehry-designed King Alfred Centre on Hove seafront, has been looking for a material that can withstand extreme weather
The number of routine operations which have been cancelled by a hospital trust has risen. Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust called off 28 operations for non-clinical reasons in October compared to 20 the month before. The cancellations
It was the only show I've seen where the audience gave a standing ovation before the end of the performance. It was also the only show I've seen which features a naked man impersonating a lady, projectile vomiting and a children's TV presenter having
So business leaders want Braypool put back on the council agenda as a park-and-ride site. Can't they accept the reason the consultants turned it down in the first place was the same reason, £400,000-worth of costs later, they turned it down again. The
Hospitals face spot checks over the next few months to see whether wards are up to scratch. Patient and Public Involvement Forum members will visit Brighton's Royal Sussex County Hospital unannounced. The checks follow the Panorama programme earlier this
The mother of a teenage boy killed in a triple-fatal crash said today: "We're stuck in a nightmare and we're waiting to wake up." Thirteen-year-old Aaron Hogg was the youngest of three people killed last year in a head-on smash in Queensway, St Leonards
Pupils from four schools have raised nearly £6,000 for tsunami victims. Melody Sunman, a teacher at Peacehaven Community School, launched the project after being caught up in the Boxing Day tsunami while holidaying in Unawatuna in Sri Lanka. She escaped
A new organisation, created to manage a council's housing stock, will be called Brighton and Hove City Housing. Hundreds of tenants and leaseholders helped name the new tenant-led housing association. It will take control of the council's 13,000 homes
A mother found her car perched on top of two other cars when she went to drive home after a hospital visit. Claire Blowey discovered her Peugeot 307 in the precarious position in the car park at St Richard's Hospital in Chichester. The car was left balancing
Until business leaders and Brighton and Hove City councillors properly engage with the residents of Brighton and Hove, the case for a park-and-ride will never be accepted. This is particularly true when the scheme involves the loss of leisure facilities
The audience at the Little Britain stage tour's first night in Brighton found themselves unexpectedly appearing on live national TV. More than 4,000 people were enjoying the live version of the hit BBC sketch show at the Brighton Centre on Wednesday night
Police leaders have squared up to the Home Office over plans which could mean a 20 per cent hike in council tax. Sussex Police Authority yesterday unanimously voted to oppose the Government's proposals to merge regional forces. The Home Office had asked
That Patcham Court Farm has been named the preferred site for a 450-space park-and-ride satisfied no one except a few leading Labour councillors and Simon Fanshawe. Business support group Sussex Enterprise called the recommendation ludicrous, saying it
The father of tragic Jacob Wragg plans to write a book about his life under the deadly creeping shadow of Hunter syndrome. Andy Wragg told a friend it would set the record straight on a case that touched the hearts of the nation. Former SAS soldier Wragg
I recently noticed someone had dumped a load of rubbish on the roadside. But to my astonishment, the refuse collectors had emptied the wheelie bins, intending to return and collect the rubbish later. I'm a wheelie bin fan because they prevent unwanted
A fast public transport service is the only plan which could save Brighton and Hove from total gridlock, city leaders have warned. Rebel councillors, who voted against a key part of Brighton and Hove City Council's multi-million transport policy last
I wonder if any members of Brighton and Hove City Council heard the Radio 4 programme last Thursday about the consequences of its Local Connection Policy. This is supposed to help homeless people but by prioritising local homeless people over those from
I recently received a lengthy, 20-page questionnaire from Brighton and Hove City Council about its services and asking me whether I was satisfied with them or not. Strangely enough, there were no questions about the levels of council tax, councillors'
Gavin Thompson will not be putting his feet up in front of the television and treating himself to a drink or two this Christmas. Instead the Crawley AC star will be clocking up the miles as he prepares for the biggest year of his blossoming athletics
Lewes residents may be worried about how much tax the district council is spending to oppose the proposed stadium at Falmer but I am concerned at how much council tax Brighton and Hove City Council has spent promoting it. I have been opposing this outrageous
Albion manager Mark McGhee has issued a rallying cry to his strikers to win "the biggest game of the season". McGhee believes the third-bottom Seagulls will be condemned to a prolonged fight for Championship survival if they lose to Hull at Withdean tonight
Gatwick Airport will face no further restrictions on night flights next summer after transport officials ran out of time to introduce new measures. Aviation Minister Karen Buck said yesterday there was no appetite for a special night-noise quota for the
What with elbow-wielding shoppers, completely ridiculous perfume adverts and a gaping hole where your money should be, at times Christmas seems to have mutated into a slobbering monster. But gain comfort, as the most glorious antidote to the Yuletide
"I've walked out of so many shows because I've been bored out of my brain. I am very critical of decorative dance. It is often no more than moving wallpaper." It comes as no surprise that Lloyd Newson has such strong views on physical art. As founder
Inspired by Quentin Blake's popular children's book, the award-winning Travelling Light Theatre company are returning to Brighton with Clown. It is a non-verbal piece, which, through physical theatre and music, aims to remain true to the book. "All the
An exporter accused of smuggling a plane into Iran is to reappear in court. The next hearing of the case against Ali Manzarpour, of Middle Road, Brighton, will be in Warsaw, Poland, on January 10. Mr Manzarpour, 44, a British citizen who moved from Iran
The government has expressed regret over the attempted deportation of a Hove asylum-seeker to Iran. Home Office Minister Tony McNulty has written to Hove and Portslade MP Celia Barlow admitting certain aspects of the attempted deportation of Iranian IT
Two of the three fishermen killed in the trawler tragedy off Beachy Head have been identified by police. Patrick Gustave Geryl, age unknown, and Geert Charles Alice Meyers, 41, perished along with a third man when their vessel capsized. They were part
(12A, 187 mins) Action/Drama. Naomi Watts, Jack Black, Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann, Kyle Chandler, Evan Parke, Jamie Bell, Andy Serkis, Colin Hanks Peter Jackson's long-held dream to remake the 1933 RKO classic, a dream which first took shape when
The number of routine operations which have been cancelled by a hospital trust has risen. Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust called off 28 operations for non-clinical reasons in October compared to 20 the month before. The cancellations
As a film director, actor, writer and stand-up comedian, Woody Allen has made millions of people laugh, cry and fall in love with his neurotic, obsessive, hopelessly romantic persona over the years. As a musician he's not nearly so well-known, but music
If you've yet to get your baubles out this might put you in the mood - the London Gay Men's Chorus are heading down south. Their new festive offering is a heady brew of cultures, colours and rhythms, laced with a more traditional fare of carols, plus
Shaun Trumble, chair of Brighton and Hove Hotels Association, may well ask the leader of the Conservative group why it voted against the park-and-ride scheme (The Argus, December 13). To many, however, the reason is clear - votes. Irrespective of the
Taffy the West Highland terrier will be back home for Christmas after he was rescued from the clutches of thieves. The four-month-old puppy was reunited with owner Faith McLachlan, of Albourne Close, Brighton, who has promised to give him a fantastic
Flu jabs are still available for people eligible for a free vaccination this winter. Brighton and Hove City Primary Care Trust (PCT) is urging people to arrange an appointment to get themselves protected as soon as possible. Those eligible are people
Most parents have backed preliminary plans to change the age children move up to secondary school. West Sussex County Council wants to introduce all-through primary schools in Adur to replace many of the first and middle schools currently in use. This
I am a resident of Patcham and campaigned against the park-and-ride site at Patcham Court Farm, which has now been turned down. The objections were logical and two thirds of Brighton and Hove City Council used common sense. This does not alter the fact
The shower scene in Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho is one of the most shocking moments in cinema history. But it has not often provided the inspiration for a school play. Now, a young fan has opened up the classic story to a new generation of audiences by
A sheet of white paper may not be the first thing you reach for when you design a new outfit. But a group of art students proved they could make a masterpiece from anything by creating elaborate headdresses, gladiator-style body armour and fairy wings
Brighton and Hove Albion is urging fans to help Zoe Ball be crowned Strictly Come Dancing champion. The club, which has enjoyed the unrelenting support of her DJ husband Norman Cook, is calling on its supporters to return the favour. Zoe, 35, has dazzled
A young student who died suddenly of a blood clot will be remembered today at what should have been her 25th birthday party. Penny Oldfield, from Eastbourne, who was described as an "inspirational" woman, collapsed and died on Monday. She suffered a suspected
We were lucky not to suffer any casualties from the explosion at Hemel Hempstead, which resulted in the biggest fire Europe has seen since the Second World War. But it should act as a warning to us of the risks closer to home. Hemel Hempstead, while having
Twice in the past month, I have been admitted to the Royal Sussex County Hospital. I received excellent care and treatment from the doctors, nurses and everyone connected with my stay. Too many negative things are said about the RSCH and its treatment
Phil Waghorn admits he is thinking big when it comes to a new signing. But Genesis Brighton Bears fans have been told not to expect a new face until after Christmas. Bears face their third successive tough away trip when they go to Sheffield Sharks on
Sami El-Abd is taking tips from brother Adam to help him take his chance at Crawley. The 18-year-old defender made his first Conference start in Saturday's 3-0 win against Tamworth. He was chosen ahead of more experienced left-back Sacha Opinel and Reds
Alan Blayney, like the rest of the footballing world, has no idea what is going on at Southampton. The problem for Blayney is Saints are his employers and the uncertainty swirling around St Mary's could have a significant impact on the goalkeeping future
Historians are battling to stop a 1,000-year-old boundary wall from being bulldozed. The Dripping Pan wall in Ham Lane, Lewes, has been in place since the Domesday Book was written in 1086. Now, members of Lewes District Council want to knock down part
Brighton and Hove Albion has suspended a controversial park-and-ride arrangement following complaints from neighbouring traders and householders. The closure of part of Carden Avenue to accommodate football parking for five hours on matchdays has lead
Two mental health wards have been branded among the dirtiest in England by a Government watchdog. Inspectors from the Healthcare Commission did spot checks on the mental health unit at Horsham Hospital and Dove ward at Crawley Hospital as part of a national
A hospital trust with one of the worst finance records in England has appointed a new person to take over managing its budget. Malcolm Dennett will become finance director at Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, which runs Crawley Hospital, next month
Two metals have been shortlisted for the sculpted roof of a £290 million sports and housing scheme. Karis, the developer behind the Frank Gehry-designed King Alfred Centre on Hove seafront, has been looking for a material that can withstand extreme weather
(PG, 99mins) Starring Jonathan Mason, Samantha Morton, John Lynch, Peter O'Toole, Hester Odgers, Steve Pemberton, Gregor Fisher, Peter Dinklage Unlike so many of her Hollywood contemporaries, Lassie is ageing rather well without going underneath the veterinarian's
(PG, 103mins) Starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Dermot Mulroney, Diane Keaton, Craig T. Nelson, Rachel McAdams, Luke Wilson, Claire Danes. They say it's better to give than to receive and the characters in Thomas Bezucha's festive comedy are certainly very
Britain's best-loved boogie-woogie pianist, Jools Holland, and his Big Band - the Rhythm And Blues Orchestra - are joined by former Soft Cell frontman Marc Almond on this year's UK tour. These will be the singer's first live appearances since his near-fatal
The Guide offers a critical view of what's hot for the coming week. *Africa Benefit, Sanctuary Cella, Hove, Monday, December 19 Organised by Dani Wilde, a student at the Brighton Institute of Modern Music, this night of live music has the noble aim of
The shower scene in Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho is one of the most shocking moments in cinema history. But it has not often provided the inspiration for a school play. Now, a young fan has opened up the classic story to a new generation of audiences by
Brighton and Hove Albion has suspended a controversial park-and-ride arrangement following complaints from neighbouring traders and householders. The closure of part of Carden Avenue to accommodate football parking for five hours on matchdays has lead
Police leaders have squared up to the Home Office over plans which could mean a 20 per cent hike in council tax. Sussex Police Authority yesterday unanimously voted to oppose the Government's proposals to merge regional forces. The Home Office had asked
A fast public transport service is the only plan which could save Brighton and Hove from total gridlock, city leaders have warned. Rebel councillors, who voted against a key part of Brighton and Hove City Council's multi-million transport policy last
PHIL Waghorn admits he is thinking big when it comes to a new signing. But Genesis Brighton Bears fans have been told not to expect a new face until after Christmas. Bears face their third successive tough away trip when they go to Sheffield Sharks on
Gavin Thompson will not be putting his feet up in front of the television and treating himself to a drink or two this Christmas. Instead the Crawley AC star will be clocking up the miles as he prepares for the biggest year of his blossoming athletics
Sami El-Abd is taking tips from brother Adam to help him take his chance at Crawley. The 18-year-old defender made his first Conference start in Saturday's 3-0 win against Tamworth. He was chosen ahead of more experienced left-back Sacha Opinel and Reds
Albion manager Mark McGhee has issued a rallying cry to his strikers to win "the biggest game of the season". McGhee believes the third-bottom Seagulls will be condemned to a prolonged fight for Championship survival if they lose to Hull at Withdean tonight
A hospital trust with one of the worst finance records in England has appointed a new person to take over managing its budget. Malcolm Dennett will become finance director at Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, which runs Crawley Hospital, next month
