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Reported rape and robbery in Crawley
Detectives have released CCTV images of a man they want to trace in connection with a report of a rape and robbery in Crawley.
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Part of the M27 in Hampshire will close over Christmas
Hampshire County Council is warning of a major closure on the M27 later next month.
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GRIT students celebrate their success at Bognor Fire Station
Eleven young people have completed the latest GRIT course run by West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service.
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Have your say on a proposed new bus service for Chichester city centre
Bus passengers in Chichester are being invited to comment on plans for a new subsidised bus service.
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Further witness appeal following serious collision in Chichester
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses after a serious crash in Chichester.
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Tributes paid to Gosport councillor after sudden death
Shocked colleagues have paid tribute to a Gosport ward councillor who has died suddenly.
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UPDATED @17:42 University Hospitals Sussex Foundation NHS Trust responds after death of teenage girl
A Sussex hospital trust has been fined £200,000 for failing to keep a vulnerable teenager safe. Read the full statement from University Hospitals Sussex Foundation NHS Trust.
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UPDATE: Bognor Regis railway station incident
A man has appeared in court this morning (26 November) in connection to a stabbing at Bognor Regis railway station yesterday as part of a British Transport Police investigation.
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Hen harriers return to Arundel Wetland Centre
Hen harriers have been spotted roosting in the reedbeds at Arundel Wetland Centre this winter, marking the first time in six years that the rare birds of prey have returned to the site.
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Incident at Angmering Railway Station
Two teenage boys, have been arrested on suspicion of obstructing the railway after reports that road signs and a bicycle were thrown onto the tracks at Angmering.
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Hampshire fire and rescue financially “compromised”
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service could be “compromised” without additional central government funding, a council leader has warned.
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Donate to UKHarvest’s Big Give Christmas Challenge to help feed people in need
UKHarvest says it’s saved 641 tonnes of good food from going to waste in the past year – the equivalent of more than one and a half million meals redistributed across West Sussex.
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Annual beach water quality ratings for Sussex
The Environment Agency has released its latest annual beach water quality ratings, and while the majority of Sussex’s coastline has been given a clean bill of health, a small number of problem spots continue to fall short of expected standards.
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Portsmouth Wellbeing Service helps 300 people on their stop smoking journey this Stoptober
Portsmouth City Council’s Wellbeing Service says 300 people who live or work in the city set quit dates during this year’s Stoptober campaign.
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Gatwick Airport objection over planned homes West of Ifield
Gatwick Airport Limited (GAL) has objected to plans to build thousands of homes west of Ifield.
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Gritters out in force across Sussex overnight
Temperatures across Sussex dropped below freezing overnight, prompting gritting teams to take action in an effort to keep the region's road network safe. As conditions began to deteriorate on Tuesday evening, West Sussex County Council confirmed that its fleet of gritting vehicles was sent out from 7pm, covering all major routes and priority roads. The authority said teams had been on standby throughout the day as forecasts indicated a sharp fall in temperatures, bringing an increased risk of ice.
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WATCH and LISTEN: Residents and visitors in Midhurst urged to shop local this Christmas
People in and around Midhurst are being urged once again to shop local this Christmas.
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BREAKING: Stabbing at Bognor Regis Train Station - Update @18:16
Police have cordoned off an area outside Bognor Regis railway station following a stabbing earlier this morning.
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Petition for specialist education in Gosport rejected
Calls to convert a vacant Gosport school into a site for teaching children with special educational needs has been turned down by Hampshire County Council.
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Arundel named as a top Christmassy town.
Arundel has been named one of the UK’s top towns for Christmas festivities.
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Appeal for witnesses following collision in Newport
Police in Newport are appealing for information after a collision involving a black Mercedes A-Class and a white Mazda MX-30.
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Using mindfulness to support young children’s well-being in nursery school
New research from early years experts at the University of Chichester has examined how mindfulness could help improve well-being in nursery-age children.
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Vehicle collides with gas substation in Pagham
A crash involving a car and a gas substation has led to the evacuation of several homes in Pagham.
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Missing teenager from Crowborough is found
Police say they've found a 17-year-old boy who was missing in Crowborough
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Appeal following Bognor Regis fight
Police are appealing for help after a fight in Bognor Regis.
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High winds force cancellation of Littlehampton Christmas lights switch-on
The much-anticipated Switch On event in Littlehampton, originally scheduled for Saturday, 22nd of November 2025, has been postponed following forecasts of strong winds.
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New homes planned for Small Dole given approval
Plans to demolish a house in Small Dole and replace it with up to nine homes have been approved by Horsham District Council
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Gatwick Airport ready for winter weather
Gatwick Airport says it is fully prepared for the winter months, insisting it is ready for whatever the weather may deliver in the coming weeks.
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Rising demand for Adult Social Care in Portsmouth
Portsmouth’s adult social care (ASC) services have reported steady progress despite rising demand.
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Community grants handed out in Mid Sussex
Thirteen community groups have received grants from Mid Sussex District Council totalling more than £43,000.
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Appeal for information after fatal collision in Eastbourne
Police are appealing for witnesses after a collision in Royal Parade, Eastbourne, outside the Langham Hotel on Friday 7 November.
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Cats Protection in Haywards Heath urges action as winter cold snap bites
The Cats Protection charity based in Chelwood Gate near Haywards Heath is urging people to keep a close eye on stray and abandoned cats.
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Funding approved for new food waste collection service in Chichester District
Chichester District councillors have approved more than £1.2M to launch a new weekly food waste collection service.
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More than 800 speeding drivers caught as part of new Safer Roads initiative
More than 800 speeding drivers across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight have been caught under a new road safety approach.
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Chichester Harbour investment
Chichester District Council is to contribute £350,000 to the Chichester Harbour Investment & Adaptation Plan over the next three years.
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Seal Bay in Selsey operating as normal
Seal Bay in Selsey has confirmed it is not in administration.
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Wealden council formally opposes plan to house asylum seekers in Crowborough
Wealden councillors have voted to formally oppose government plans to house asylum seekers at the Crowborough Army Camp, following a heated debate over the suitability of the site and the impact on the local community.
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The government launches consultation on plans to reorganise councils in Sussex
The government has opened a formal consultation on proposals to reorganise local government across Sussex and introduce a directly elected mayor for the region. The public now has seven weeks – until the 11th of January – to share their views, following months of discussion in which council leaders were unable to reach agreement on a unified plan for how the area should be governed in the future.
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Autism roadshow events inspire young people across West Sussex
Autistic pupils across West Sussex have been celebrating their strengths at a series of roadshow events organised by the county council.
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Prolific offender jailed for supplying Class A drugs in Hastings
A drug dealer has been jailed for supplying Class A drugs in the Hastings area.
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A dog charity in the South reminds us of the dangers of winter
Dog owners across the South are being told to be extra vigilant this winter.
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Arundel and Southdowns MP disappointed with Chichester District Council
Arundel and South Downs MP Andrew Griffith has expressed strong disappointment after learning that a motion designed to support Royal British Legion poppy collectors in Petworth will not be amended by Chichester District Council. The issue centres on a recent policy change affecting the John Newton Military Collection, a long-standing supporter of the Royal British Legion’s annual Poppy Appeal.
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Narrow escape for Crawley resident following electrical incident
West Sussex Fire and Rescue is urging people to be extra careful with electrical items this winter after a close call in Crawley.
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First snowfall of the year across the South
The first snow of the season made an appearance across the South this morning, surprising many residents as wintry showers swept across the region. While forecasts had hinted at colder conditions, the sudden arrival of snowflakes, at times mixed with hail, created a short-lived but eye-catching winter moment.
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Eagle Owl escapes from aviary at West Sussex Falconry in Compton
An Eagle Owl measuring nearly two feet tall has gone missing after escaping from its aviary near Compton, prompting an appeal for public help in tracking him down.
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WATCH: New campaign launches marking 55th Anniversary of popular museum in Singleton
The Weald and Downland Living Museum in Singleton is marking its 55th anniversary with a major new fundraising drive.
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Drug dealer sentenced after Crawley vehicle stop
A man has been sentenced to 5 years and 7 months in prison after being caught selling drugs in Crawley.
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MISSING: Theo, 16, from Southampton
A 16-year-old boy has been reported missing in Southampton.
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Sussex Police launches new violence against women and girls survey
Sussex Police is asking the public for their input as they work to enhance their approach to addressing violence against women and girls.
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Appeal to identify man in connection with Lancing fraud investigation
Police investigating fraud in Lancing have released CCTV images of a man they want to identify.
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Man found guilty of rape of woman in St Leonards
A man will face sentencing after being found guilty of two counts of rape in Sussex.
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Appeal after man assaulted in suspected road rage incident near Petworth
Police are appealing for witnesses after a suspected road rage incident in Petworth.
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County Council launches drive to boost nature recovery in West Sussex
A new natural flood management scheme in Upper Beeding has become the first project to receive funding from West Sussex County Council, as part of a wider £ 2.5 million plan to boost nature recovery.
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Tackling knife crime to make our streets safer in Sussex
Reducing knife crime and raising awareness of its dangers remain a major focus for Sussex Police.
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Pulborough man jailed for raping and sexually assaulting nine-year-old boy
In July, 2022, police received a report from Social Services that the victim had been sexually abused by Steven Smith in June of that year.
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Unanimous cross-party support in Arun for motion to strengthen local enforcement
Arun District Council has unanimously approved a motion calling for stronger enforcement powers to help protect local standards and improve the wellbeing of residents. The cross-party support reflects what councillors described as a shared determination to respond more effectively to community concerns.
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Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary wins Innovator for Animal Welfare Award at the RSPCA PawPrints Awards 2025
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary has won a national award for its Humane Animal Dispatch volunteer scheme.
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Hampshire Councillors’ gift registers unchanged for years
Nearly a third of Hampshire’s county councillors have not updated their public register of gifts and hospitality for 2025, with some declarations dating back as far as 2021.
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King’s Award for dedicated Eastbourne Area Community First Responders
South East Coast Ambulance Service’s Eastbourne Community First Responder team has been recognised with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest honour given to a volunteer group in the UK.
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Tom finishes epic cycle challenge from Africa to Plumpton in memory of 22-year-old sister
Two best friends are due to complete an epic three-week, 2,600-kilometre cycling challenge today, riding from Morocco back to Plumpton Racecourse near Lewes.
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Lively public meeting in Crowborough over plans to house 600 asylum seekers
The Home Office has sought to reassure residents in Crowborough that it can safely and effectively manage proposals to house 600 asylum seekers at the town’s army training camp. The assurance came during a tense public meeting on Thursday evening, where local people voiced strong concerns over community safety, the impact on local services and the scale of the plans.
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Reform UK asylum motion rejected
Portsmouth City Council has voted down a Reform UK motion on asylum seekers, saying it was inaccurate and repeated measures already in place.
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Two more boys charged in connection with murder of Joshua Ingram in Seaford
Two more teenage boys have been charged as part of a British Transport Police (BTP) investigation into the murder of Joshua Ingram in Seaford.
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Public in the South urged to use NHS services wisely as resident doctors take industrial action
People across the South are being urged to use NHS services wisely as resident doctors begin strike action today.
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Two local heroes chosen to switch on Chichester’s Christmas lights
Chichester BID has announced this year’s Light Up Chichester local heroes.
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WATCH: Live Facial Recognition Technology comes to Sussex and Surrey
Live facial recognition technology is now being used in Sussex.
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New business launches in Chichester
A Chichester business is celebrating today with the launch of Little Cowdray at Fernleigh, creating five new jobs.
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Poppy Appeal motion at Chichester District Council following Petworth upset
A debate is to be held over whether or not Chichester District Council should charge groups collecting for the Poppy Appeal for the use of space in its car parks.
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Adult film accidently shown on board a DFDS ferry heading to Newhaven
DFDS Ferries has apologised after children were left distressed when an adult film was accidentally shown on one of its cross-Channel services.
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Witness in Worthing rape investigation comes forward
A man has come forward following an appeal to identify him as a key witness to support an ongoing investigation.
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Portsmouth longstanding Lib-Dem Cllr defects to Reform
Former Lord Mayor and long-serving Liberal Democrat councillor Jason Fazackarley has defected to Reform UK.
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Decision to cease services at New Tyne care home in Worthing "called-in" by councillors
A decision to cease services at the New Tyne care home in Worthing is being reviewed again after councillors triggered a formal call-in.
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Portsmouth football fans who posed as stewards to get into sold out game banned for three years
Two Portsmouth football fans have been banned from matches for three years after posing as stewards to watch the south coast derby.
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Councillors welcome report on ‘life changing’ children’s social care
Councillors have welcomed a report on Children’s Services in East Sussex.
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Sussex Police officer dismissed without notice
A Sussex Police officer has been dismissed without notice after multiple counts of gross misconduct were proven against him.
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Prolific shoplifter jailed for West Sussex spree
A man’s been jailed after a prolific shoplifting spree across West Sussex.
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Appeal after high-value commercial burglary in Bognor
Police are appealing for witnesses after a high-value burglary in Bognor Regis.
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Knife crime campaign launched in Seaford and surrounding areas
Crimestoppers has launched a new social media campaign to help reduce knife crime in Seaford and nearby towns.
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Ashington man cycles 250miles from Vietnam to Cambodia for children's mental health charity
A man from Ashington who lost his wife to cancer is raising money for a charity which helps children through the grief process.
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Teenager sentenced after stabbing in Crawley
A Crawley teenager who stabbed a 17-year-old boy in July has been convicted at court.
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Live performance trail in Chichester aims to inspire and celebrate 'home'
Chichester’s getting ready to celebrate the Sounds of Home later this month.
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Short film about true story of a Bognor man left with life changing injuries after crash wins award
A powerful short film about how a hit-and-run victim from Bognor suffered life-changing injuries has earned a top award for the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
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Mid Sussex District Plan hearing
The District Plan for Mid Sussex is to be put to a hearing, almost a year after it looked set to be failed by the Planning Inspectorate.
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Southern Water believe washed up beads came from Eastbourne Wastewater Treatment Works
Southern Water says plastic beads that washed up at Camber Sands over the weekend are believed to have come from its Eastbourne Wastewater Treatment Works.
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Armistice Day marked across the South
Armistice Day is being marked across the South this morning.
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Residents in Crowborough meet tonight to discuss plans for asylum seekers
Plans to house up to 600 asylum seekers at the Crowborough Training Camp in East Sussex are prompting widespread debate and concern among local residents. The proposals, set out by the Home Office, are being discussed at meetings today following a weekend of protests in the town.
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Appeal after teenager injured in Portsmouth collision
Police are investigating a hit-and-run in Portsmouth.
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How clean are Portsmouth's roads?
Portsmouth residents are being asked for their views on the city’s roads and the cleanliness of its streets.
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How Brighton scientists are helping keep toxic road runoff out of the city’s water supply
A major new project in Brighton & Hove aims to protect 90 per cent of the city’s drinking water from toxic road pollution.
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Hastings cardiac arrest survivor urges public to get trained in CPR
A Hastings woman is urging people to learn CPR after her life was saved by her husband and South East Coast Ambulance crews.
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50 homes in Kirdford approved
Plans to build up to 50 homes in Kirdford have been approved by Chichester District Council for a second time.
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Housing Support in mental health services transforms lives across Sussex
Hundreds of people have benefited from a Sussex Partnership NHS Trust scheme, placing housing specialists within mental health teams.


