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Hastings’ Town of Culture 2028 bid moves forward
Hastings Borough Council’s Cabinet has agreed to support Hastings’ bid to become Town of Culture 2028, recognising the significant opportunity to showcase the town’s rich creative talent and unique heritage on a national stage.
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Hastings sees boost to local tourism industry
Hastings Borough Council has announced a new programme of investment designed to strengthen and grow the town’s tourism economy.
UK Shared Prosperity Fund update from Hastings Borough Council
Over the last four years, Hastings Borough Council has received almost £1.5 million from the UK Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
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East Sussex pony wins at Animal Star Awards
A pony which visits schools and care homes in Hastings and Bexhill has been crowned at the Animal Star Awards.
Historic East Sussex pub 'at the heart of the community for generations' listed for sale for first time in 19 years
An historic East Sussex pub 'at the heart of the community for generations' has been listed for sale for first time in 19 years.
‘Hastings brought its A game’ – Race chiefs reflect on superb half marathon
Organisers of the Hastings Half Marathon have told runners and spectators: You made it an amazing day.
Hastings punk/skiffle band Fear of Last Orders release new vinyl EP
Hastings-based punk/skiffle merchants Fear of Last Orders will officially launch their new vinyl EP, “In the Last Chance Saloon” with a special show at the Jenny Lind on Easter Sunday afternoon (5th April) starting at 4pm.
Hastings business supports free community Easter event
A local business has stepped up to support a community initiative this Easter, donating more than 30 Easter eggs to help bring joy to local families.
New family theatre show ‘Ice Age Adventure Live’ premieres this Easter at White Rock Theatre
Brace yourselves for a mammoth mission in 2026. A brand-new family theatre spectacular, Ice Age Adventure Live, is set to premiere at West Cliff Theatre on 29th March, promising prehistoric thrills, big laughs, and plenty of icy surprises for audiences of all ages.
Free Easter celebration set to bring family fun to Hastings seafront
Hastings Adventure Golf is hosting a free Easter event on the seafront, including a scavenger hunt with 100 free goody bags for locals and visitors.
Protest march against war in Iran takes place in Hastings this weekend
Hastings community groups will come together on Sunday March 29 to march against the US and Israeli war on Iran - and they are inviting people to join them.
Hastings arrests in connection with County Lines drug supply
One man has been charged and another arrested in relation to suspected County Lines drug supply following warrants conducted in St Leonards on Tuesday March 24 say Hastings Police.
Ark Alexandra Year 10 students explore future pathways on inspiring countryside trip
Year 10 students from Ark Alexandra Academy, recently embarked on an exciting and insightful careers trip to Hadlow College and Green Oak Farm “Roots to the Moon”, gaining first-hand experience of the diverse opportunities within land-based industries.
Transport funding to support Hastings schools at CIFF
Hastings Borough Council is excited to be working with the Children’s International Film Festival (CIFF) to bring the event to Hastings on Thursday 18 June. We are pleased to announce that we have been able to provide funding towards transport costs for at least 800 pupils to attend from schools a...
Team GB Paralympian David Weir inspires Hastings primary schools
Active Hastings was delighted to join St Paul’s CE Academy on Friday 20 March for a special visit from renowned Paralympian David Weir. Pupils from St Paul’s CE Academy, St Marys Special School and College and New Horizons Special Educations School (years 4, 5 and 6) took part in an inclusive on...
In pictures: Famous Sussex bluebell walk returns for its 53rd year
The popular Arlington Bluebell Walk returns for its 53rd year, opening daily from Friday April 3 until Sunday May 10.
Ark Alexandra students get creative with Sussex traditions in Jack in the Green workshop
Students at Ark Alexandra Academy enjoyed a hands-on cultural experience this week as they took part in a traditional arts and crafts workshop inspired by the famous Hastings Traditional Jack in the Green
Family Fun Day in Alexandra Park, Hastings
Join us on Sunday 5th April from 10.30am for a fun-filled day of Easter activities.
Sussex traffic and travel: Crash on A27; traffic 'heavier than normal' on M23
Here’s your travel update across Sussex for the morning of Thursday, March 26.
Fairport Convention hit the road ahead of next year's big 60th anniversary
Folk-rockers Fairport Convention hit the road this spring as celebrations for their big 60th anniversary next year start to beckon.