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Controversial Bexhill permit parking plans to move ahead
County councillors have agreed to move ahead with a controversial permit parking scheme in Bexhill.
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Support for 20mph limits on new East Sussex housing developments
County councillors have expressed support for introducing default 20mph speed limits on new housing developments.
Man dies following Hastings road collision
A pedestrian involved in a road traffic collision in Hastings has died, Sussex Police said.
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Moomin themed half-term fun at Bodiam Castle
National Trust property Bodiam Castle has lots going on for children and families during half-term week.
St Leonards man found guilty of two counts of rape
A man has been jailed after he was found guilty of two counts of rape, Sussex Police said.
Mud, medals and milestones: HY AC athletes shine across the country
Saturday proved a memorable day for HY AC athletes, with standout performances at the famous London Cross Country Challenge at Parliament Hill and the National Indoor Championships in Sheffield.
AirAsia X lands at London Gatwick with new flights to popular Asian capital
London Gatwick is adding a new destination to its expanding long-haul network, with AirAsia X launching a daily flight to a popular Asian destination.
St Michael's Hospice gets £2,000 from Cycle Challenge
The Rotary Club of Senlac St Leonards have given a donation of £2,000, a share of the proceeds from last year's Cycle Challenge, to St Michaels' Hospice.
Fun for kids at Hastings Museum during half-term week
If you’re looking for ideas for over half term, Hastings Museum and Art Gallery has events and activities for everyone.
Kids can travel free in Half Term at local steam railway attraction
Children can enjoy free rides on Kent and East Sussex Steam Railway during half-term week.
Mud, mud, glorious mud – Ark Alexandra Drop Down Day 3 House Competition!
Drop Down Day 3 will certainly be remembered as “the muddy one.” Despite the challenging conditions, there was some fantastic team play from Teddy P, Kai G and Jack L, alongside impressive solo efforts from Max C and Alfie S. Hlib K emerged as a new star target man, scoring a bucket load of wel...
Art, boats and the Big Screen: Ark Alexandra Year 7’s Educational Drop Down Day 3
Students from Ark Alexandra Academy enjoyed an educational adventure as part of their Drop Down Day 3 curriculum trip, visiting a range of cultural and historical destinations across Hastings Old Town.
View spring flowers at famous Sussex woodland walk
Bates Green Garden reopens its gates to visitors later this month, showcasing an impressive array of late winter colours.
East Sussex County Council agrees budget with £70m borrowing bid
County councillors have warned of ‘inadequate resources’, after agreeing a budget which relies on government-approved borrowing of up to £70m.
Calls for Hastings Old Town passage lights to be repaired after alleyway 'plunged into darkness'
A resident in Hastings Old Town is calling for a passageway's lights to be fixed as soon as possible, saying the area has been plunged into darkness for more than three months.
Cllr Mark Etherington: an important moment for Hastings
We are at an important moment for Hastings, just before local government reorganisation – we need to agree on our Local Plan, which will guide the development and growth of the town until 2041.
Ark Alexandra students mesmerise audience at Time 2 Dance Festival
“Never Again” Brings Maya Angelou’s Poem to Life on the White Rock Stage.
Hastings to make Town of Culture bid
Groups across Hastings are starting work on a Town of Culture bid, supported by Hastings Borough Council and Arts Hastings CIC.
Hastings apprentice encourages others to follow in their footsteps during National Apprenticeship Week 2026
An apprentice from Hastings who works at Amazon’s delivery station in Wakefield is encouraging others to become an apprentice and pursue their dream career during National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9-15 February 2026).
