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Campaign to save the last wooden fishing boat to work off Hastings beach
An urgent appeal has been launched to safeguard the future of a fishing lugger that marked the end of an era.
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St Leonards factory confirms closure
A factory which has employed people in the Hastings and Rother area for 50 years is to close, it has been confirmed.
A summer of rugby at Rye
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Reggae and rum punch at summer festival in Sussex
A colourful festival will the sounds and taste of the Caribbean to Sussex in August
Plans to save unique area of ancient woodland in Hastings
A local group is working hard to conserve the future of Old Roar Gill, a section of ancient woodland and waterfall at the top of Alexandra Park.
Students gain invaluable insight into medical careers through NHS placement week
Students from East Sussex College were given a unique behind-the-scenes insight into the world of healthcare after taking part in a pilot programme at the Conquest Hospital in Hastings and Eastbourne District General Hospital.
Girl sexually assaulted in St Leonards
Police say they have launched an appeal for information after a girl reported being grabbed by a man who sexually assaulted her in a field in St Leonards.
Hastings café owner launches new scheme to support independent businesses
A café owner is inviting people to take part in a new scheme which he says will help support Hastings' economy.
Woman devastated after glass bee sculpture vanishes from flower show
A woman who spent months creating a beautiful glass bee sculpture has been left heartbroken after it went missing from Brightling Flower Show.
White Rock comes alive with Midsummer Festival
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Thieves stealing flowers from Hastings town centre planters
Love Hastings manager John Bownas has hit out at thieves who are digging out and stealing plants from flower displays around the town centre.
Magistrates' court results from the Hastings and Rother area
Here are the results from Hastings Magistrates’ Court from June 15 – 16.
In 46 pictures: The Sussex Town that is pirate capital of the world
Hastings Pirate Weekend was one of the biggest ever as thousands took to the streets dressed as pirates to take part in the unique annual event.
Famous YouTuber covers the bill of Hastings restaurant hit by dine and dash
A famous YouTuber’s hefty tip covered the cost for a Hastings restaurant hit by a dine and dash.
Ukrainian The Voice Winner enjoying St Leonards beach
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Hastings Runners: Mixed team strolls to victory in rapid relay display
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Winchelsea Village Voice
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The music of The Small Faces on the Eastbourne stage
Devonshire Park Theatre
Sandy area removed from Hastings beach
The Foreshore Trust has removed an area of sand at Pelham Beach after it reached the end of its usable life.
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Sussex Young Musician of the Year delighted at her success
Hastings winner