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Police launch appeal for man with links to Hastings wanted on recall to prison
Sussex Police have launched an appeal to locate a man with links to Hastings who is wanted on recall to prison.
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Gritters hit East Sussex roads as temperatures plummet - 'Please take extra care if you’re travelling this evening'
Gritters are targeting Sussex roads as temperatures plummet.
Bid to convert Hastings house into shared housing approved
A plan to convert a property into shared housing has been approved by Hastings councillors.
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St Leonards Combe Haven holiday park expansion plans raise residents' concerns over 'noise pollution' and 'loss of privacy'
A holiday park in St Leonards wants extra static caravans, sparking nearby residents' concerns about 'noise pollution' and 'loss of privacy'.
St Leonards Art School offers art classes for all
Whether you are an artist wanting to devote more time to honing existing skills or are thinking of taking up art classes for the first time, St Leonards Art School has something to offer all ages and all abilities. In its delightful studio on Maze Hill in the heart of ‘Burton St Leonards’, which...
The Nest Children and Baby Market
Spun Glass Theatre's brand new Market where Mums and Dads can sell on their preloved baby and children’s goods is back at the Stade Hall, Hastings
Pictures: The Christmas Sussex Belle visits Hastings
The Christmas Sussex Belle arrived in Hastings yesterday afternoon (November 19) and attracted hundreds of spectators along the way.
Brighton & Hove artists open doors for pre-Christmas festival
Artists Open Houses festival returns for the winter season, with festive delights across Brighton & Hove’s neighbourhoods.
St Leonards welcomes new haberdashery and wool shop
A shop that specialises in wool and haberdashery called Flock has opened at 25 Kings Road, St Leonards.
Ark Alexandra students shine at the Royal Albert Hall
On Tuesday, November 11, Year 7 & 8 students, Alina and Rojin represented their school, town and county at the Music for Youth Proms held at the iconic Royal Albert Hall.
Harley’s musical journey is soaring!
Ark Alexandra student Harley, was selected an as Ark Music Scholar last year, following an extended application process from all schools in the Ark network. As a result of this, he joined the ‘Inspiring Excellence’ programme (for the best musicians in the network) and participated in workshops, ...
Kay Iris release new single ‘The Other Side’
Kay Iris have already released singles such as ‘Stories We Tell’, ‘Last To Be Sung’, ‘A Tale Of Fate’ and ‘Dead Man Walking’ and now ‘The Other Side’
First big names confirmed for Love Supreme Jazz Festival 2026
Love Supreme Jazz Festival, which will return to Glynde Place in East Sussex from Friday July 3 to Sunday July 5 2026, has announced the first wave of artists confirmed for next summer’s edition including its first two headliners – Ezra Collective and Loyle Carner.
Developers unveil plans to build 31 new homes near former St Leonards convent school
Developers have put forward proposals to build 31 new homes on land near the grounds of a former convent school in St Leonards.
Hastings bus manager raises over £750 for homeless charity
Stagecoach South East’s Hastings Operations Manager, Dan Mayhew, traded the comfort of his bed for a sleeping bag to take part in The Big Sleep Out 2025, raising over £750 to support local homeless and rough sleeping services run by The Seaview Project.
Priory Meadow to give away £1,000 gift card this Christmas
Priory Meadow Shopping Centre is spreading festive cheer this December with its biggest-ever giveaway - a £1,000 gift card for a store of the winner’s choice.
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Hastings Sinfonia offers its annual Christmas concert
Hastings Sinfonia presents its annual Christmas concert featuring the singers of St Richard's Catholic College choir and dancers of East Sussex School of Performing Arts.
Sussex Transport Senior Cup: Goals galore - and Three Bridges hit 10 - as the big boys avoid shocks
And then there were eight… the line-up for the Sussex Transport Senior Cup is confirmed after a busy night of ties. They contained no fewer than 37 goals – but no shocks.
Team 1066 sparkled at the South East Classic Challenge!
Gymnasts from 1066 Gymnastics in Bexhill travelled to Guildford, Surrey, on the 1st and 2nd of November to compete at the South East Regional Classic Challenge 2025 — and they didn’t disappoint!
Residents voice concerns at meeting after 'millions' of plastic beads wash up on East Sussex beach
One hundred residents attended a meeting after 'millions' of plastic beads were washed up on beaches.