Local News from Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
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Local Government Reorganisation decision in West Sussex
West Sussex County Council’s preferred choice for Local Government Reorganisation will be one unitary authority covering the whole of the county.
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ID appeal following Cowfold business burglary
Police are appealing for help to identify a man following a burglary at a business in Cowfold.
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Police appeal following fight in Crawley
Police are appealing for information after reports of a fight in Crawley town centre on Friday evening.
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Arun District Council responds to Royal British Legion campaign with new support for veterans
Arun District Council has approved new measures to support veterans, in response to the Royal British Legion’s Credit Their Service campaign.
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Road safety theatre shows return to Sussex schools
Secondary schools across Sussex will host Theatre-in-Education shows this autumn to highlight the importance of road safety.
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“They make great pets!” Urgent call for hen homes in Worthing this weekend
There’s an urgent appeal for residents across West Sussex to look after hundreds of ex-commercial egg-laying hens.
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By-election set for Paulsgrove ward in Portsmouth
A by-election will be held next month in the Paulsgrove ward of Portsmouth City Council.
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Cold conditions found to hinder firefighter performance, Chichester research shows
Firefighters working in extreme cold face a sharp decline in memory, decision-making and dexterity, according to new research from the University of Chichester.
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Plans to introduce car parking fees at Danebury Hill Fort approved
Plans to introduce car parking fees at Danebury Hill Fort have been given the green light – despite thousands rejecting the plan.
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Chichester City footballer in coma after injury
A Chichester City footballer is in an induced coma after suffering a serious head injury during a weekend match.
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Huge engineering solution arrives at Horsham wastewater works
Two giant Archimedes screws have been installed at Horsham Wastewater Treatment Works as part of a £36 million upgrade.
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Worthing murder investigation: Family pay tribute to 'much loved brother'
The family of a man who died after being found with serious injuries at his home in Worthing have paid tribute to him.
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Five arrested after fight in Bognor Regis
A woman and four teenage boys have been arrested after a disturbance in Bognor Regis.