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Hastings alcohol ban - bid to expand area where public drinking is prohibited to fight anti-social behaviour

Hastings Borough Council is proposing to increase the restricted areas where drinking alcohol in a public place is banned.

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Armed police incident in Hastings results in road closure: Everything we know so far

A road closure has been lifted, amid an armed police incident in Hastings.

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Armed police called to St Leonards after reports of man with knife

Armed police were called to St Leonards after reports that a man was spotted with a knife.

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CP Media acquires Hastings based Keegan Ford Sponsorship

One of the fastest growing outdoor media companies in the UK, CP Media, has acquired long established Hastings based Keegan Ford Sponsorship Limited, expanding its portfolio in local authority sponsorship.

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Pothole repair gangs targeting Hastings, Sedlescombe, Hailsham and Forest Row today April 2, 2025

Pothole repair gangs are targeting Hastings, Sedlescombe, Hailsham and Forest Row today (Wednesday, April 2, 2025) , says East Sussex Highways.

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Community Fun Day at Downs Farm to take place on Thursday April 10

Safer Hastings Partnership, together with Active Hastings, Hastings Borough Council and Southern Housing are excited to invite Downs Farm residents to their Community Fun Day.

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Pianist Neville Dickie returns to Barnaby’s Lounge in Hastings

Pianist Neville Dickie returns to Barnaby’s Lounge in Hastings on Sunday April 6, offering a new programme and featuring George Simmonds on trombone and vocals.

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Hastings United FC part company with third manager in less than a year

Hastings United FC have parted company with their manager – for the third time in under a year.

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East Sussex Football League: Hollington United crowned champions for 15th time

Hollington United have been crowned champions of the Macron Store Hastings East Sussex Football League for the 15th time.

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Car catches fire in St Leonards

Firefighters rushed to St Leonards after a car caught fire on Tuesday evening (April 1).

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Invite to Horsham-based artist's new exhibition in Hastings

We are delighted to invite you to Horsham based artist Fran White’s solo artist residency exhibition, Tree Travelling: A Journey Through Time and Life as a Painter and Weaver, at Bannatyne Spa Hotel, Hastings. This special showcase explores Fran’s deep connection with trees, memory, and the pass...

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Hastings dog owners - here's why you could face a fine of up to £1,000 from April 1

Dog controls on Hastings beaches changed to summer restrictions today (Tuesday, April 1).

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LURY Restaurant, Hastings' new contemporary eatery

Lury delivers a unique approach to creative, ingredient-led cooking, drawing on British and Burgher heritage. The Burghers of Sri Lanka developed their own culinary style combining their European ancestry with the ingredients of Sri Lanka. Drawing on Jack’s British, European and Sri Lankan heritag...

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Rother garden waste collections - 'sticker system for bins is no longer needed'

People with Rother District Council garden waste bins no longer need to use the stickers to show they have paid for the service.

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New book for casual walkers in Sussex reveals easy short walks in South Downs

If hiking is not for you but you do fancy a nice walk in the Sussex countrsyide, the South Downs edition of Short Walks Made Easy offers 10 leisurely routes across the national park.

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Rye College inspires the next generation of professionals

Rye College recently held a highly successful Key Stage 3 Careers Fair.

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Tackleway Table Tennis Club is flourishing

At a time when many clubs and societies are struggling for membership, Tackleway Table Tennis Club is bucking the trend.

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New colourful mural appears on empty Hastings Owens 'fun factory' building

A new colourful mural has appeared in Hastings town centre.

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14 quaint and little known Sussex villages to visit this spring

When it comes to picturesque villages, Sussex has plenty to offer. Some of them are popular tourists spots, others are little known – but all have lots to offer visitors this spring.

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Hastings council leader: major milestone in housing acquisition project

As an administration we have committed to listening to our communities’ views, and there will be lots of opportunities to do that over the coming months. First up we will be asking you if we should renew and possibly extend the Public Space Protection Order that bans drinking and aggressive beggin...