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Lifestyle destination Fernleigh continues to grow in Chichester city centre
Fernleigh in Chichester is continuing to expand its offering as a lifestyle destination, with the arrival of stylish dog accessories brand Lola&Toff and the launch of The Beauty Rooms at Fernleigh.
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Chichester housing roadshow to offer free advice across the district
Residents and landlords across Chichester District are being invited to get free housing advice as part of a new roadshow visiting local communities throughout the summer and autumn.
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Gatwick passengers with Easyjet reassured as Iran conflict puts pressure on some airlines
Passengers flying from Gatwick Airport with EasyJet this summer are being reassured that the airline is not currently seeing any disruption to fuel supplies.
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New image released in search for missing man last seen in Petersfield
Police in Hampshire have released a new image as they continue to search for a missing man from Wandsworth.
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Sussex Police officer charged with off-duty driving offence
A Sussex Police officer has been charged with off-duty driving offences in Crawley.
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Almost £1m approved to replace Chichester’s White Pavilion
A major funding package worth almost £1 million has been approved to replace a key sports facility in Chichester.
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River Ouse restoration project opens up vital habitat for fish and wildlife
Fish and wildlife are set to benefit from a major river restoration project near Haywards Heath, after a long-standing barrier was removed from a tributary of the River Ouse.
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Fundraising appeal launched after three sisters found dead in sea off Brighton
A fundraising appeal has been launched after three sisters were found dead in the sea off Brighton.
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The Bank holiday getaway begins across the South
Roads across the South are expected to be busy as the final May Bank Holiday getaway begins.
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Firefighters issue garden safety warning after six fires across West Sussex
Firefighters are urging residents to take extra care after crews were called to six garden-related fires across West Sussex in less than a fortnight.
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Safer Arun Partnership awards £15,000 to local groups to boost community safety
Seven local organisations across Arun are to share £15,000 in community safety grants to help reduce crime, deter antisocial behaviour and support vulnerable people.
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Police in Portsmouth stepping up targeting suspects
Police are bringing Live Facial Recognition technology to Portsmouth as part of efforts to target suspects and protect vulnerable people.
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Sails of the South refurbishment complete
Portsmouth’s iconic Sails of the South landmark has been restored following a major refurbishment programme.
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ID appeal following robbery in Horsham
Police in Horsham are seeking to identify two men in connection with enquiries after a robbery was reported in Horsham.
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Major improvements for Chichester City Centre
Anyone who has stumbled over uneven paving in Chichester city centre will be pleased to hear that money is to be spent on major improvements.
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Search continues in Hampshire for missing man
Police in Hampshire are searching for a missing man last seen at Petersfield Railway Station.
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Southampton FC have been expelled from the Sky Bet Championship play-offs
Southampton have been expelled from the Sky Bet Championship play-offs after admitting multiple breaches of EFL regulations linked to the unauthorised filming of other clubs’ training sessions.
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Reports of people using catapult in Henfield
Concerns have been raised in Henfield following reports of individuals using a catapult at the Tanyard.
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Plans for over 4,000 new homes in Mid Sussex
Mid Sussex District Council has produced a list of 35 sites where a total of 4,063 homes could be built.
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First ‘millennial mayor’ elected in Eastleigh
Eastleigh’s “first millennial mayor” has vowed to champion communities and shine a light on important causes in the area.
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Future of Southwick Beach protected through transfer to Shoreham Port
The future of Southwick Beach has been protected through the transfer of Adur District Council’s section of the shoreline to Shoreham Port Authority.
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Roman history comes to life in Chichester this May half term
Roman history is set to come to life in Chichester this May half term, as Chichester Roman Week returns for five days of talks, tours, workshops and hands-on activities.
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Breeding success for Common Tern at Chichester Harbour
A seabird recovery project in Chichester Harbour is being hailed as a major success after thousands of Common Tern chicks successfully fledged from specially built nesting rafts.
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CCTV images released as part of Gosport shoplifting investigation
Police in Gosport are trying to identify a man and woman after a reported shoplifting at Lidl.
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East Sussex Fire and Rescue urging people to
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is urging residents, visitors, businesses and landowners to help reduce the risk of wildfires this summer as part of its annual #WildfireReady campaign.
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Old Police Cells Museum reopens at Brighton Town Hall following major revival
The historic Old Police Cells Museum beneath Brighton Town Hall is reopening to the public, offering visitors the chance to step back through nearly 200 years of Sussex policing history.
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Tesla supercharger approved for Chichester
Plans to build a Tesla supercharging facility in Chichester have been approved by the district council.
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Virtual ward pilot helping to keep older adults with mental health needs out of hospital in East Sussex
A virtual ward pilot supporting older adults with complex mental health needs, including dementia, is showing positive early results in East Sussex.
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One knife on our streets is one too many say Sussex Police
Sussex Police says knife crime across the county has fallen by 24 per cent compared to last year, but officers insist they are “not complacent” as a week of action targeting serious violence gets underway.
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Prolific shoplifter jailed for 12 months after stealing over £2k of goods across Worthing
A prolific shoplifter from Worthing has been jailed for 12-months.
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Man charged with murder after woman found deceased in Durrington
A man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in Durrington.
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Reform UK names group leader in East Sussex
Reform UK’s county councillors in East Sussex have elected a group leader.
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Free Skate Fest activities return to Mid Sussex this May half term
Free activities for children and young people are coming to parks across Mid Sussex this May half term.
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West Sussex Fire Cadets raise £1,300 in sponsored pier to pier walk
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service Fire Cadets have completed a 16-mile coastal walk from Worthing Pier to Bognor Regis Pier in aid of the Fire Fighters Charity.
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Two Arun beaches retain Seaside Awards for 2026
Two beaches in Arun have retained their Seaside Awards for 2026.
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Hampshire Green Party candidate feared death during Gaza flotilla interception
A Hampshire Green Party candidate has described how he and fellow activists “thought they might die” after Israeli naval forces intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters.
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Murder investigation launched after woman found dead in Durrington
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead at an address in Durrington.
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World’s first ‘laughing gas’ breathalyser tested in ground-breaking trial
Police in Hampshire and the Thames Valley are trialling a cutting-edge nitrous oxide breathalyser, believed to be the first of its kind in the world.
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ID appeal following hate crime in Brighton
Police are trying to identify a boy after a reported public order hate crime incident in Brighton.
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Bognor Regis officially welcomed a new hotel on the seafront today
A new Premier Inn on Bognor Regis seafront has officially opened today, bringing fresh investment to the town’s seafront and 30 new jobs.
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Glamping business in Netley asks to stay put after operating without permission
A glamping business tucked away in a country park in Netley is asking to stay put after admitting it has been operating for years without full planning permission.
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Infants get ready for Fun Run in Bognor Regis this Sunday
A class of children from Rose Green Infant School are preparing to take part in this year’s Fun Run, which is part of the Bognor Prom 10K event in honour of their friend, who is currently undergoing treatment for cancer.
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Key milestone reached as works set to begin on new pipelines for Havant Thicket Reservoir
A major milestone has been reached on the Havant Thicket Reservoir project, with work about to begin on two new pipelines in Havant.
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V2 Radio broadcasts live from Nashville tonight at 9pm UK time
V2 Radio is going country tonight with a very special live broadcast from Nashville, Tennessee.
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Police believe three women found off Brighton beach have been identified
Police in Brighton believe they have identified three women whose bodies were found in the sea yesterday.
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West Sussex residents encouraged to repair, reuse and reduce waste through the Big Fix
Residents across West Sussex are being encouraged to cut down on waste by repairing and reusing everyday items instead of throwing them away.
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Appeal for information after fatal collision in Worthing
Police are appealing for witnesses after a fatal crash in Worthing.
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21 bed co-living block plans in Portsmouth
The former dance studio and boxing gym on Milton Road could be transformed into a five-storey co-living block.
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Appeal for information after serious assault in Chichester
An appeal’s been launched following a serious assault in Chichester.
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Drug dealer sentenced following investigation in Bognor
A drug dealer has been jailed for operating a telephone line supplying crack cocaine and heroin in Bognor.
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Worthing Schools back Community Reading Initiative at Victoria Park
A growing community literacy campaign is coming to Worthing next week to encourage children to read for pleasure.
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Government launches further consultation on local government reorganisation in Sussex
The Government has launched a further consultation on plans to reorganise local government across Sussex.
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Writing for wellbeing sessions launch at Chichester Food Bank
Chichester District Food Bank is launching a new creative writing for wellbeing session this month, in partnership with the University of Chichester.
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Portsmouth city MPs back Starmer
Portsmouth’s Labour MPs have backed the Prime Minister after he sought to steady his party following heavy losses in last week’s local elections.
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VIDEO: Foxes break into food bins in Brighton
Cunning foxes in Brighton have learnt how to break into food waste bins when they are locked.
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Sussex college students shine as they graduate from fire service course
Twelve young people have graduated from the latest GRIT course run by West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service.
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Discussions underway to agree new administration to lead Worthing Borough Council
Political group leaders on Worthing Borough Council have begun talks to decide who will run the authority following this year’s local elections.
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Children's choir from Uganda comes to Bognor Regis
The Watoto Children’s Choir from Uganda is set to perform in Bognor Regis next month.
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Former Rottingdean teacher charged with child sex offences
A teacher at a former Rottingdean school has been charged with sex offences against three boys.
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Dapper market will support vintage and classic motorcycle charity event as it revs into Chichester
Classic motorcycles and smartly dressed riders from across West Sussex will return to Chichester city centre for the grand finish of their annual charity ride on Sunday 17 May.
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"Fostering is about so much more than providing a bed" - could you provide a loving home for siblings in West Sussex?
More foster carers are urgently needed in West Sussex to help keep brothers and sisters together when they come into care.
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WATCH: Drugs, vehicles and e-bikes seized following warrants near Horsham
Police teams tackling vehicle crime across West Sussex have carried out warrants near Horsham.
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What the local election results actually mean for people in the South
The political map across Sussex and Hampshire has been redrawn after voters delivered one of the biggest county council shake-ups in decades.
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Portsmouth Water boss speaks directly to V2 Radio on the major changes in the water industry
The boss of Portsmouth Water speaks to V2 Radio about the major issues facing the water industry today.
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Firefighters set to carry out training exercise in historic Chichester building today
Firefighters are set to carry out a live training exercise at Chichester’s former House of Fraser building to strengthen their search and rescue skills.
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Applications closing soon for school and post-16 transport in Hampshire
Hampshire parents and carers are being urged to apply now for school and post-16 transport for September 2026, with key deadlines approaching.
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Residents invited to information events on Chichester's Oaklands Park walking and wheeling route
Residents and visitors are being invited to find out more about plans for a new walking, cycling and wheeling route through Oaklands Park in Chichester.
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West Sussex County Council Ombudsman complaint
West Sussex County Council has paid £400 to a mum following a delay in providing speech and language therapy for her child.
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Thousands of school children enjoy unique farming experience through ‘Loan a Lamb’ scheme in Sussex
More than 6,000 schoolchildren across Sussex and Surrey have been given the chance to care for a ewe and her lambs at school.
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LIVE BLOG: Local Election Results for West Sussex, East Sussex and Hampshire
All the key results you need to know in West Sussex, East Sussex and in Hampshire.
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New national study opens in Sussex to improve experiences of Mental Health Act assessments
A new national research study is set to explore how people experience Mental Health Act assessments and develop better support for service users afterwards.
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A new Civil Engineering Training Centre is set to be developed at Brinsbury College.
West Sussex County Council has awarded just shy of £500,000 to establish a Civil Engineering Training Centre at Brinsbury College.
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Plans for flags in Chichester
Plans to display 20 flags throughout Chichester city centre have been submitted to the district council.
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Volunteers’ voices help shape improvements across SECAmb
Nearly half of volunteers at South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust have shared their views in the latest National Ambulance Volunteers survey.
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Junior Citizen event boosts safety awareness for hundreds of local children in Arun and Chichester
More than 800 young people from across Arun and Chichester have taken part in a major community safety and education event at Goodwood Racecourse.
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Portsmouth Water marks Water Saving Week: Don’t let the good stuff go to waste
Portsmouth Water is encouraging customers across Hampshire and West Sussex to reduce water waste as part of Water Saving Week.
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Major disruption on the rail network across the South
Rail passengers across southern England are facing major disruption today, with delays and cancellations expected to continue until the end of service.
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Can you help us find missing man Harry Keen, 25, from Liphook?
Police are appealing for urgent help to find a missing man from Liphook.
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Brighton research sparks global fight against hidden boat pollution
A University of Brighton marine biologist’s research into fibreglass pollution in shellfish has inspired a UN-endorsed international project looking at pollution from abandoned boats.
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Public Spaces Protection Order has been introduced in Littlehampton and Bognor Regis
A new Public Spaces Protection Order has been introduced in Littlehampton and Bognor Regis to help tackle alcohol-related nuisance and antisocial behaviour.
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How to vote in the local elections across the South
Voters across the South are heading to the polls today for local elections in West Sussex, East Sussex and Hampshire.
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Three charged following Hove burglary
Two men and a woman have been charged following a report of a burglary at an address in Hove.
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Fundraise for 4Sight Vision Support: Join the Walking Challenge!
A West Sussex sight loss charity is calling on people to lace up their walking boots and take part in its biggest fundraising event of the year.
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ID appeal following dog attack on Brighton Bus
Police are appealing for information following a report of a dog attacking another dog on a 5A bus in Brighton.
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Two arrests in connection with Littlehampton stabbings
Two people have been arrested after two teenage boys were reportedly stabbed in Littlehampton.


