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In 40 photos – Sussex residents witness biggest partial solar eclipse in 25 years
Sussex residents gathered in public places across the county on Wednesday evening (August 12) to witness the biggest partial solar eclipse in 25 years.
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Road near Robsertsbridge blocked after report of fallen tree
A road near Robsertsbridge is blocked this evening (Wednesday, August 12) after a report of a fallen tree.
AFTER DARK: Michelle Mildenhall returns with a new exhibition at the Electric Palace, Hastings
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Where to watch today's solar eclipse in Hastings and Bexhill
On Wednesday August 12 Britain is set to see a major solar eclipse, the likes of which haven't been seen in a generation.
Man jailed following series of burglaries at Hastings businesses
A man has been jailed for more than four years following a spate of business burglaries in Hastings town centre, police said.
Police issue Camber beach safety warning for the weekend
With temperatures set to soar over the weekend police have safety concerns over the number of people expected to visit Camber Sands, near Rye.
Free music event in support of Hastings and Rother charity
People can enjoy a day of live music, food and entertainment at the Backyard Family Festival which takes place at Rye on Saturday August 22, in support of local charity The Sara Lee Trust.
Community fun at Bexhill Coronation Bandstand
Families, residents and volunteers came together at Bexhill Coronation Bandstand for an afternoon of community activities, creativity and environmental action organised by Community Supporters.
LGBTQ+ All Welcome project is making a difference in Hastings and Rother
With Hastings Pride happening at the end of the month more shops, businesses and venues are joining the LGBT+ All Welcome project.
'Devastated' East Sussex village launches petition to save beloved Royal Mail postman of 20 years
Residents in an East Sussex village say they have launched a campaign to save their long-standing postman from being redeployed elsewhere.
Queen Victoria shows her support for Count Binface at St Leonards
The famous statue of Queen Victoria on the seafront at Warrior Square was sporting the Count Binface look on Wednesday August 12.
The names of TV licence evaders from across Sussex prosecuted by HMCTS Single Justice Service
Hundreds of people have been prosecuted in recent weeks for failing to buy a TV licence, including some from Sussex.
Sussex and Surrey chief constables support call for PM to prevent early release of PC Harper’s killers
Fifty policing and law enforcement leaders from across the UK – including Surrey Police Chief Constable Tim De Meyer and Sussex Police Chief Constable Jo Shiner – have jointly written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham calling for him to prevent the early release of PC Andrew Harper's killers.
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9 to 5 The Musical offers fun tale of female empowerment
Featuring the music of Dolly Parton
Hastings healthcare business welcomes students from four schools for work experience placements
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HY AC stars shine at Rye as summer success continues
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Hastings welcomes vibrant line‑up of rising regional artists
One‑day festival
Hastings Runners records broken on Bexhill seafront
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Plans to turn former Hastings music venue into café, drinking establishment and retail space unveiled
Proposals to turn a former pub into a café alongside a drinking establishment and retail space in Hastings town centre have been put forward to council planners.
Council turn off Hastings fountains due to drought
Due to East Sussex now being in a drought Hastings Borough Council has made the decision to temporarily turn off the Breeds Place and Millstone fountains.