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'I'm home, simple as that' - Former Swindon Town, Chesterfield and Stevenage midfielder returns to home town club as captain
Hastings United have signed experienced midfielder Brad Barry.

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Hastings Philharmonic Orchestra returns to White Rock Theatre
Hastings Philharmonic Orchestra returns to White Rock Theatre, Hastings with Sutton’s Violin Concerto and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade.


PICTURES: Deluxe Bingo in Hastings officially opens
Deluxe Bingo in Hastings officially opened on Saturday (June 21) and has had a complete refurbishment since its closure just over two years ago.

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In photos: here are the best beaches to visit in Sussex – and the one to avoid – as temperatures hit 30°C
The Met Office has correctly predicted a scorching Saturday with temperatures hitting 30°C in many areas of Sussex.

Ark’s Hastings primaries scoop national excellence award
Ark’s three primary schools in Hastings – Ark Blacklands, Ark Castledown and Ark Little Ridge – have won the award for ‘Transformation and Impact’ at the prestigious MAT Excellence Awards.

More St Leonards Warrior Square police patrols due to 'increase in anti-social behaviour and suspected drug activity'
Police have increased patrols at Warrior Square, St Leonards.


Family run Hastings pet shop to close after more than two decades
Hastings Reptile and Aquatic Centre in Queens Road, will be closing on July 13.


East Sussex company announces expansion
A popular and well-established family-run business in East Sussex is expanding.


St Leonards: Queensway Gateway Road branded 'road to nowhere' as delays to works continue to 'cause chaos'
A government minister has branded the Queensway Gateway Road in St Leonards the ‘road to nowhere’ amid ongoing delays to works.


In pictures: 19 Hastings and St Leonards pubs and bars where you can sit outside in the sun this weekend
It’s looking to be a scorching weekend as the good weather.

St Michaels Hospice Lottery Winning Numbers w/e 20/06/25
Please see this week's winning numbers

Sussex’s largest rock and metal weekend gains crucial second stage
It’s a massive year for Brighton’s Hammerdown Festival, the year it gets its second stage.


The Baird Primary Academy achieves sporting success
Pupils from years 5 and 6 at The Baird Primary Academy achieved sporting success at the Town Sports Gold League, being crowned as overall champions! The competition brings together schools from across the area to compete in a range of races and athletic competitions.


These are the best places for an ice cream on Hastings seafront
With sunny weather today and over the next few days – here are are recommendations for the best places to cool off with a delicious ice cream in Hastings.


Restaurant manager to walk 365 miles for Sussex children's charity
A restaurant manager from Sussex is lacing up his boots and walking 365 miles across the country, in an inspiring challenge to support a charity that makes a real difference to the lives of children and young people.


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New Eastbourne art gallery launches for artists with a passion
Peter Patterson has set up a new Eastbourne art gallery for the very best possible reason.
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Vibrant new mural appears in St Leonards
The Compound, home to W.ave Arts, recently installed another stunning mural by respected street artist Abraham. O.


Guestling Bowls Club results
Here are the latest results from Guestling Bowls Club.


Train disruption ends after Southern urges people not to travel on rail network
Southern Rail said the train disruption caused by multiple incidents on Thursday night (June 19) has now ended.
