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Call for ‘lessons learned’ report on controversial St Leonards Queensway Gateway Road
A Hastings councillor has called for the publication of a report into the lessons learned’ following a controversial road building project.
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1066 Gymnastics Club competes at South East Regional Grades in Guildford
Gymnasts from 1066 Gymnastics Club travelled to Guildford over the weekend of 7th–8th March 2026 to take part in the South East NDP Prep and Development Grades competition, an important event in the regional gymnastics calendar that brings together young athletes from across the South East.
We Dig Hastings: new video showcases community-led seafront planting project
A new community-led planting initiative is transforming Hastings seafront into a living lab for climate-resilient gardening — and a new video captures the story behind it.
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Spun Glass Theatre announces two new shows coming up at Stade Hall in 2026
The award-winning theatre company, Spun Glass Theatre, celebrates two years as managers of Stade Hall in Hastings, with two exciting new shows and news of a brand-new community box office.
Chartway Partnerships Group and Hyde complete and hand over final affordable homes at Ashdown House, Hastings
Chartway, alongside Hyde, has celebrated the completion and handover of the final affordable apartments this week at Ashdown House, a major mixed-use scheme in St Leonards that has delivered 151 new homes, open green space and a supermarket as part of the wider regeneration of the site.
'Serious assault' reported outside Hastings nightclub
A man has appeared in court after a police incident in Hastings.
Priory Meadow launches Easter Giving Trees to support Hastings Foodbank
Priory Meadow Shopping Centre is inviting shoppers to spread a little seasonal kindness with the launch of its new Easter Giving Trees, supporting its charity partner, Hastings Foodbank.
Hastings florist says he has lost 'thousands' in trade due to faulty BT business phoneline
A Hastings florist says he has lost 'thousands' of pounds in trade because his BT business phoneline has constantly cut out for more than a year.
Magistrates' court results from the Hastings and Rother area
Here are the results from Hastings Magistrates’ Court for January 26 – February 2.
Paddock Wood Half inspires 10 Personal Best times for Hastings Runners
Last Sunday’s Paddock Wood Half Marathon was the first event in the 23-race Hastings Runners 2026 Club Championship. Its flattish 13.1mile circuit to the east of the Kent town attracted 34 club members among a field of almost two and a half thousand.
Arrests made following spate of break-ins at Hastings Old Town shops
Five people have been arrested in connection with break-ins that have caused thousands of pounds of damage to shops and businesses in Hastings Old Town.
St Leonards industrial estate for sale at auction
An industrial estate in St Leonards is to go under the hammer at auction.
The "forgotten festival” returns with a celebration of the greats at Plumpton Revival
The “forgotten festival” is coming home on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9 with Plumpton Revival 2026 at Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, Lewes, BN7 3AL.
Deputy leader of Hastings Borough Council: Update on flagship project in Town Deal development
I’m pleased to be able to update you on the flagship project of our Town Deal programme – Hastings Castle and West Hill Cafe. The project is really exciting and will see the revitalisation of our historic castle and the West Hill site with a new cafe and visitors’ centre. We are also investing...
Beer lover wins award for visiting record number of Sussex pubs
Steve Collinson has been awarded a special certificate from the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) after visiting an incredible 254 pubs across Sussex in the space of a year.
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The Beekeeper of Aleppo heads to Guildford and Brighton on tour
The Nottingham Playhouse’s stage adaptation of Christy Lefteri’s best-selling novel The Beekeeper of Aleppo heads to Guildford and Brighton on tour.
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Celebrating Cher as the superstar turns 80 - Eastbourne date
In the year Cher turns 80, Rachael Hawnt, winner of ITV’s Starstruck, hits the road with her biggest tour yet, The Shoop Shoop Show – The Cher Collection.
Westfield FC book place in Sussex FA Intermediate Cup Final after memorable performance against Hollington United
Westfield FC produced a memorable performance at the K&D to secure their place in the Sussex FA Intermediate Cup Final, defeating Hollington United 2–0 in front of a crowd of more than 135 supporters.
People can have a say on plan will shape the future of Hastings
Hastings Borough Council is holding drop-in sessions across the town for people to comment and share their views on The Draft Local Plan.