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Sussex Police search for 21-year-old ‘wanted in relation to a series of domestic related offences’

Sussex Police said they are searching for a 21-year-old ‘wanted in relation to a series of domestic related offences’.

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South East Water apologises to Rye residents experiencing low water pressure after report of burst main

South East Water (SEW) has apologised to residents in Rye after confirming that a water main has burst.

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Fond tribute on death of drummer who played with the greats

Fond tribute has been paid on the death of an Eastbourne-based drummer who worked with the greats.

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Further arrests made in Sussex during Christmas crackdown on drink and drug-drivers

The latest three people to be convicted in court, having been arrested during Sussex Police’s Christmas crackdown on drink and drug-drivers, have been revealed in a police press release.

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Man arrested after crashing stolen 'Royal Mail van' in East Sussex

A man has been arrested after crashing a stolen ‘Royal Mail van’ in East Sussex, according to a Sussex Police statement.

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This is how much it costs for a new grit bin in East Sussex

The current freezing cold weather has highlighted how important it can be to have grit for icy roads and pavements.

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In pictures: The after effects of Storm Goretti on Hastings seafront

A high tide and gusting winds overnight on Thursday (January 8) damaged beach huts and left the lower promenade near Goat Ledge covered in shingle.

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Hastings councillors turn down bid to change alcohol licensing condition

Hastings councillors have turned down a bid to remove a ‘table service’ condition from the licence of an Old Town business.

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Hastings councillors turn down shop’s alcohol bid

Hastings councillors have turned down a shopkeeper’s bid to secure an alcohol sales licence.

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Hastings Old Town pub has Dark Beer Festival this weekend

Beer lovers will have a chance to sample rare and unusual brews when the Jolly Fisherman at east Beach Street, in Hastings Old Town, holds its annual Dark Beer Festival this weekend.

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St Michaels Hospice Lottery Winning Numbers 9th January 2026

Here are the winning lottery numbers for today’s hospice lottery draw 09/01/2026

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Plans underway to improve Warrior Square Gardens

Rose planting is underway at Warrior Square Gardens on Hastings seafront.

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Hastings area flood alerts in place

The Environment Agency put three flood alerts in place in the Hastings area following torrential rain overnight on Thursday January 8.

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Storm Goretti: East Sussex gritters 'on hold' - potential for snow in the High Weald West, High Weald East and Central areas

East Sussex Highways says gritters will be off the road until the current wet weather passes.

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Hastings beach huts damaged by high winds

High winds and heavy waves affected beach huts at Hastings overnight on Thursday January 8.

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Sussex man wins £10,000 a month lottery prize after celebrating 60th birthday

A lucky man from Sussex has scooped up £10,000 a month for a year on the National Lottery’s Set For Life game, after buying three lucky dips on his way home from work and matching five numbers.

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Police investigate suspected burglary at ‘cannabis factory’ in East Sussex after man sustains 'serious injuries'

Detectives are investigating a suspected burglary at a ‘cannabis factory’ in East Sussex – after a man sustained 'serious injuries', according to Sussex Police.

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Man arrested after crashing ‘stolen vehicle’ in East Sussex

A man has been arrested after crashing a ‘stolen vehicle’ in East Sussex, according to a Sussex Police statement.

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Storm Goretti: Yellow wind warning for coastal regions of Sussex as gusts of up to 70mph possible

Storm Goretti will bring strong winds to parts of Sussex – with a yellow weather warning issued.

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Well loved charity thanks Hastings business for ten years of support

PCM Estate Agents has supported Hastings and Rother based charity the Sara Lee Trust for the last 10 years, helping hundreds of local people affected by cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.