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Police seize vehicle that was 1000kg overweight
1+ hour, 19+ min ago (194+ words) Police have seized a vehicle that was a tonne overweight with scrap metal. As part of a multi-agency operation to combat waste crime, Sussex Police carried out stops on vehicles near Withy Patch Caravan Park, in Lancing, on January 29. One…...
£40 compensation payments to be paid for smart meter delays from next month
18+ hour, 33+ min ago (259+ words) Energy regulator Ofgem has said smart meter customers facing delays or failed installations could receive "40 compensation from next month. Ofgem said tougher smart meter rules will come into force from February, having originally announced plans last March to improve the…...
Criminal with links to Sussex escapes from prison
19+ hour, 25+ min ago (198+ words) A man who was jailed for possession with intent to supply a class A drug and exploitation has escaped from prison. Darnell Smith absconded from HMP Springhill near Grendon Underwood, Buckinghamshire, at around 11.30am on Wednesday, January 28. Thames Valley Police said…...
Investigation into toxic waste burning on land opposite care home
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (386+ words) The burning of waste at a site in West Sussex has led to pollution levels in the area being rated at the highest level possible. Residents near to'Cotlands Paddock, on Horsham Road, in Cowfold,'have raised concerns that the burning…...
'Reimagined public house' to get spa facilities and host yoga sessions
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (243+ words) Plans for a pub with spa facilities have been approved. The application for The Brighton Hideaway in Preston Road, Brighton, was submitted in September last year. It is described as a "reimagined public house" with a "welcoming bar" with "private,…...
Three Brighton spots serving up cocktails, comfort food and great deals
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (479+ words) Blossoms Cocktail Bar & Restaurant, Brighton One of my favourite destination cocktail bars - with Asian-inspired dining to match - you really can't miss Blossoms in Brighton Square. The spectacular exterior is awash with Japanese cherry blossom, whilst inside the atmospheric interiors whisk…...
Art gallery joins Chamber ahead of 50th year and new fundraising drive
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (380+ words) An art gallery in Chichester has joined the city's Chamber of Commerce. Oxmarket Contemporary, a registered charity celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, has become the latest member of the Chichester Chamber of Commerce. It is now working to strengthen its connections…...
Southern Water announces price increase to fund major improvements
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (397+ words) Southern Water customers are set to see an increase in their bills. From April, households who receive both water and wastewater services can expect average bills to rise by eight per cent. The increase is part of the company's ongoing…...
Police officer charged with dangerous driving is released
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (115+ words) Sussex Police officer charged with dangerous driving is released'theargus.co.uk Sussex Police officer charged with dangerous driving is released A Sussex Police officer charged with dangerous driving has been released with no further action to be taken. PC James…...
Police sergeant 'driven to suicide' by the force he served, says widow
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (1428+ words) A decorated police sergeant was driven to suicide by the force he served for more than 20 years, his widow said. Sussex Police failed to investigate properly before they decided to arrest custody sergeant Ben Websdale over misconduct allegations, his ex-wife…...