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Bus contracts renewed in Hampshire
More than 20 bus contracts have been renewed for the next four years for a value of £13.5 million.
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Sceptre Week: Tackling Knife Crime in Sussex
Sussex Police is supporting Sceptre, a national week of action running from Monday 19 May to Sunday 25 May, aimed at tackling knife crime, raising awareness, and highlighting the work being done to keep our communities safe.
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ID appeal in Brighton stabbing investigation
Police are appealing for the ID of this man after a stabbing in Brighton.
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Appeal after teenager is seriously injured in Felpham
Police are appealing for information following a knife incident in Felpham.
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Green light to boosting recycling rates in Hampshire
Plans for a cutting-edge recycling facility in Hampshire have been given the green light, making it easier for residents to recycle a broader range of household materials from the kerbside.
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WWT Arundel partners with Aardman to launch Lloyd of the Flies Wetland Bug Hunt
Augmented Reality has come to the Arundel Wetland Centre.
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Chichester may disband parking forum
The Chichester District Parking Forum could soon be a thing of the past.
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New look for Bognor Esplanade
Bognor Esplanade has a new look following the completion of a major upgrade.
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Man found guilty of stalking social media influencer
A man, who previously lived in Havant, has been convicted of stalking a social media influencer, involving fear of violence, after he harassed a woman online and travelled to Bali to try to locate her.
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Paramedic and doctor views in the South sought for survey
Paramedics and doctors across the South are being asked to share their views in a new effort to understand how personal characteristics may affect access to and experiences within prehospital advanced critical care roles.
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Littlehampton beach evacuated due to suspected wartime device
A section of the promenade at Littlehampton beach has been sealed off this afternoon following the discovery of a suspected wartime device.
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Relief on the horizon for A27 drivers as roadworks near completion
After several weeks of long delays, traffic build-up, and widespread commuter frustration, drivers using the A27 near Brighton can finally expect smoother journeys ahead.
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£4M boost to water quality in Bognor
A £4M project to enhance water quality in Bognor is now underway.
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Taxi fees in Chichester set to rise again
Taxi licensing fees in Chichester look set to rise again in an effort to plug a gap in the district council’s costs.
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Man sentenced for sexual assault on board flight
A man who sexually assaulted a woman while she slept on board a flight has been sentenced.
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West Sussex mother fights for Graduated Driving Licences
A mother from West Sussex is calling for urgent changes to the way young people learn to drive, after her 17-year-old son died just a month after passing his test.
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Traders in Sussex given tool-marking kits to stop theft
A new initiative is equipping hundreds of Sussex traders with tool-marking kits to tackle the growing issue of theft.
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Bognor Regis Carnival Returns – and It’s Going to Be Out of This World!
Get ready, Bognor Regis – the Carnival is back and set to be bigger, bolder, and more colourful than ever! Taking over the town on Saturday 24th May 2025,
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University of Brighton students and staff take action to protect UK’s endangered hedgehogs
Students and staff from the University of Brighton are getting their hands dirty to help save one of Britain’s most endangered creatures: the hedgehog.
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Can you provide a loving home in West Sussex for young person in need
There is an urgent need for more foster carers in West Sussex, and the County Council is backing a national campaign aimed at raising awareness and encouraging more people to step forward.
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2200 Bersted homes approved
Plans for up to 2200 homes near Bersted have been approved by Arun District Council.
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Shoreham crash pilot fails to get flying licence reinstated
The families of the 11 men who lost their lives in the Shoreham Airshow disaster nearly a decade ago have expressed relief following the news that the pilot involved will never fly again.
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Van driver disqualified for drug-driving on A23
A van driver from Kent has been disqualified for 15 months after giving a positive blood test for cocaine on the A23.
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Jailed Bognor thief
A prolific burglar has been jailed after admitting offences in Bognor.
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Archaeological dig in Chichester's Priory Park will further examine the city's Norman castle
An archaeological dig is set to begin later this month in a bid to uncover more about Chichester’s Norman Castle.
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Busy time for fire service in Sussex
A wildfire has affected more than 8 hectares of heathland on Chapel Common, north of Petersfield.
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WATCH&LISTEN: The night sky across the South lit up by beacons to mark VE Day 80
Beacons were lit across the South last night as ceremonies marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
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Littlehampton seafront scheme update
Work on the transformation of Littlehampton seafront is moving full steam ahead, with key elements of the project nearing completion.
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Free books to get residents in West Sussex reading
Residents in West Sussex who received a Safe and Well Visit from the Fire & Rescue Service have been given a free book to inspire a love — or rekindling — of reading.
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Concern in Chichester over PIP reforms
The Lib Dem MP for Chichester, Jess Brown-Fuller, says more than 200 of her constituents have contacted her with concerns about potentially losing their Personal Independence Payments.
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Bishop of Arundel and Brighton welcomes election of new Pope
The Bishop of Arundel and Brighton has welcomed the election of Pope Leo the 14th with high praise.
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Solar farm refused in Runcton
There were cheers, hugs and the handing out of lettuce after Chichester District Council refused plans for a solar farm in Runcton.
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Arun bosses ask people to stop pouring fat and oils down the drain
Only rain down the drain is what Arun District Council and Southern Water are reminding residents this summer.
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Events mark VE Day 80 across the South
Events to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day are taking place across the South today, as communities come together to remember the end of World War II in Europe.
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Chichester Pride returns – Saturday 24 May 2025
Get ready for a vibrant day of celebration, colour, and community as Chichester Pride returns
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New Deputy Chief Fire Officer for West Sussex appointed
West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service has a new Deputy Chief Fire Officer.
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Fatal crash appeal in Gosport
Police in Gosport are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road crash.
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Sussex rider among two killed in British Supersport Championship crash
A young motorbike rider from Sussex was one of two competitors killed in a tragic crash during the British Supersport Championship race at Oulton Park in Cheshire yesterday.
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Boost for Selsey's Pavilion
The Selsey Pavilion Trust has secured a third grant from the Architectural Heritage Fund, receiving £17,500 to support the next phase of its restoration project.
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Sussex Police 'Night Coppers' is back
The Channel 4 show Night Coppers is returning for a third series this month, giving a fresh, raw insight into Sussex Police officers and staff as they police Brighton and Hove after dark.
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Electric vehicle public charge points surge in South East
EV charge points have grown by 29% in the South East in a year.
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New Portsmouth Water reservoir set to drive multi-million pound growth across South East
Portsmouth Water’s Havant Thicket Reservoir project is set to drive multi-million-pound growth across the South East.
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The Big Fix returns to West Sussex this May
West Sussex residents are encouraged to help cut waste by repairing and reusing items instead of throwing them away.
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Two teenagers rescued from mud in Portsmouth
Fire crews in Portsmouth have rescued two teenagers after they became trapped in thick mud near the shoreline.
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Bognor sight charity backing Mental Health Awareness Week
A charity in Bognor is preparing to support Mental Health Awareness Week in mid-May.
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Chichester man convicted of rapes and abuse involving five women
A Chichester man who abused and controlled five women, including multiple rapes, has been convicted at court.
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LATEST: Fire in Bognor
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service have been called to a fire at an industrial building in Bognor.
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Hailsham man jailed for targeting vulnerable woman
A Hailsham man who stole from a vulnerable woman has been jailed for robbery.
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Anger over Tipner West plans
A Portsmouth City Council officer has described the government’s decision to reject redevelopment plans for Tipner West as “just silly”.
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Southern Water celebrates a record year of leak busting
Southern Water say it is celebrating a record-breaking year for leak-busting.
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Man charged following attempted robbery at Worthing store
A man has been charged following an attempted robbery at a convenience store in Worthing.
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Sabrina Cohen-Hatton appointed as new Chief Fire Officer for Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton has been named the new Chief Fire Officer for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service.
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SECAMB responds to concerns of inappropriate behaviour and bullying
South East Coast Ambulance Service has responded to a survey by the GMB Union, which reported "high levels of inappropriate behaviour and bullying" within the Trust.
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Identity of body found in Littlehampton confirmed
The identity of the body found in the sea at Littlehampton on Thursday has now been confirmed.
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UPDATE: Strikes at Gatwick during Easter Bank Holiday
There could be major disruptions to people’s travel plans heading out of Gatwick during the Easter Bank Holiday.