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Inspirational response to major new Hastings exhibition
Hastings Contemporary has launched The Open – Odyssey, a major new biennale running from March 28 until May 31.
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Jo Nicholson offers Lewes exhibition
Interstices – The Spaces Between Drawing And Painting is the exhibition at Lewes’ Star Brewery Gallery from Saturday, March 28-Sunday April 5 (closed on Monday; opening hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-5pm; Sunday, 11am-3pm).
Firemen from Belgian twin town run in Hastings Half Marathon
Firemen from Hastings’ Belgian twin-town of Oudenaarde took part in the town’s Half Marathon.
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St Leonards industrial estate sells at auction
An industrial estate in St Leonards went under the auctioneer’s gavel this week at £842,000.
Historic Rye house on picturesque street sold at auction
A mid-terrace house needing refurbishment in a desirable location in Rye went under the auctioneer’s gavel this week.
Police working with local businesses in Rother to tackle shoplifting
Rother police met with retailer Andrew Jempson and store manager Frank Walker at Jempson’s in Rye to discuss concerns around shoplifting and anti-social behaviour.
Hastings arrests in connection with County Lines drug supply
A 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, says Hastings Police.
Heritage grant secures the future of Hastings Jack in the Green
Hastings Traditional Jack in the Green has been awarded a £78,511 grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund towards 2026 and 2027.
Hastings Winkle Club holds special unveiling to honour its beginnings
A framed certificate dedicated to the Hastings Winkle Club was unveiled by Hastings Mayor Becca Horn and the Lord Lieutenant of East Sussex, Andrew Blackman, at the Mermaid fish and chips restaurant in Rock-a-Nore Road.
Family Easter fun in Hastings Old Town
Children can take part in an Easter Egg Hunt in Hastings Old Town with traders organising an Easter Market at The Stade on Sunday April 5.
Moving tributes paid to well loved Sussex police officer who has died aged 27
A family have spoken of their grief following the death of PC Bradley Corke, 27, from Hastings, who they described as a ‘true gentleman’.
Ark Alexandra Academy receives national award for outstanding progress
Students and staff at Ark Alexandra Academy are celebrating a remarkable national achievement after winning the Outstanding Progress (Secondary) category at the prestigious Education Business Awards 2026.
World Book Day 2026 pictures - Hastings, Rother and Eastbourne area schools
Youngsters and school staff celebrated World Book Day in East Sussex by dressing up as characters from their favourite books.
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Historic East Sussex pub 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.
East Sussex garden on list of 21 most glorious places to visit this spring
An East Sussex garden has been chosen as one of the 21 best places to visit in the UK to enjoy the spring blooms.
A Spice Girls-inspired play about fierce female friendship
Worthing-based playwright Liz Tait is back with a heartfelt exploration of the power of dance and the power of togetherness
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First celebrity guest confirmed for Hastings Comic Con
The White Rock Theatre has announced Red Dwarf’s Chris Barrie as the first confirmed celebrity guest for this year’s Hastings Comic Con, which returns for a second year on Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21.
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.