Local News from Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Woman who died in collision near Binderton formally identified
A woman who died in a single vehicle collision in Binderton, near West Dean, has been formally identified.
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Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth scores energy upgrades
Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth is making a major leap towards sustainability, thanks to new funding secured by Portsmouth City Council.
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West Sussex publishes new flood strategy to tackle climate impacts and build resilience
A new strategy to combat flooding and boost climate resilience across West Sussex has been unveiled by the County Council.
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'Men's Health Fair' in Petworth puts men's health and wellbeing in the spotlight
Petworth’s first-ever Men’s Health Fair has helped put men’s wellbeing firmly in the spotlight this summer, drawing praise from both health professionals and the local community.
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East Sussex parents urged: Vaccinate against measles
Health leaders in East Sussex are calling on parents and carers to make sure their children are fully vaccinated against measles, as the number of confirmed cases continues to climb across England.
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94 homes approved for Southwater
Plans to build 94 homes in Southwater have been approved by Horsham District Council.
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Oving house fire sparks lithium-ion battery warning
There’s a warning from West Sussex Fire and Rescue after Lithium-ion batteries were found to cause a house fire in Oving.
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Portsmouth man jailed for three years for drug offences
A man from Portsmouth has been jailed for three years after officers found drugs and cash during a vehicle stop in Havant.