Soaring costs mean new Withdean pool needs extra approval
Soaring building costs have bumped up the budget for a new pool at Withdean to such an extent councillors need...
Burglar disturbed by woman as he rifled through her stuff jailed for more than three years
A burglar who was disturbed by the woman whose home he was burgling has been sentenced to more than three...
Candle fire in Brighton prompts safety warning
A blaze in Brighton which was caused by a candle has prompted a safety warning from fire service safety chiefs....
Domestic abuser who raped partner jailed for eight years
A man who raped and sexually abused his partner has been jailed for eight years. Sussex Police said: “A man...
Southern Water and council agree deal to cut storm overflows
Southern Water has reached an agreement with Brighton and Hove City Council to improve surface drainage and reduced storm overflows...
Emergency shelter stayed shut despite storms
No emergency shelters were opened for rough sleepers during the two storms over the past few days because the weather...
Pride Street Party not cancelled despite internet rumours
The organisers of the Pride Village Party say internet rumours it has been cancelled are not true. An internal council...
Korean street food chain set to launch in Brighton
A new Korean street food chain is planning to open one of its first branches in Brighton. Kimsijang is a...
London Road takeaway applies for later licence
Taco Bell wants to serve eat-in customers until 2.30am at its branch in London Road but Sussex Police and Brighton...
Brighton and Hove Albion stay third despite defeat at Anfield
Liverpool 2 Brighton and Hove Albion 0 Liverpool’s expensively assembled front four finally clicked into gear as they beat Brighton...
Sushi joint seeks 3am licence
A sushi restaurant faces objections to its second application to be allowed to make deliveries until 3am. The Sushi Co,...
Brighton RNLI urges people to stay safe as storms blast coast
The RNLI has issued a plea to people to stay safe during the wet and windy conditions – Storm Boelo...
Council officials used personal accounts to discuss tenant’s complaints
A Brighton and Hove City Council tenant who used to work for the council was shocked to find evidence of...
Brighton MP quizzes minister after green light for gas field
Brighton MP Chris Ward was among the Labour backbenchers who quizzed ministers about the government decision to approve the Jackdaw...
Café and sauna planned for shopping street
A former print shop could become a café, health and wellness centre, if planning permission for changes are approved. Richard...
Some objections to council’s school admissions changes upheld
Objections to the council’s secondary school admissions changes have been partially upheld by the Office of the Schools Adjudicator. As...
Storm Austen sends section of West Pier crashing into the sea
A significant section of the remains West Pier has collapsed into the sea as Storm Austen swept along the coast....
Mosque plan to go before councillors
Plans to convert a former social club into a mosque with five bedrooms for occasional are due to be decided...
Neighbours object to amended office plans
Neighbours have objected to amended plans for an office building which already has planning permission including changes affecting the basement,...
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Political storm drives questions about safe shelter for homeless
Storm Austen swept across southern England on Friday (23 October), bringing damaging winds and rain. Storm Boelo followed over the...
Hürzeler tells Brighton and Hove Albion to keep calm at Liverpool
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Who repairs your drains? What Brighton homeowners should check before heavy rain
A drain cover in your garden does not necessarily mean you are responsible for repairing the pipe beneath it. Checking...
Man injured by rider on stolen motorbike
A man suffered a dislocated shoulder when he tried to stop the rider of a stolen…
Suspect held by police investigating serial flasher
Officers investigating a serial flasher have arrested a man on suspicion of exposing himself, Sussex Police…
Southern Water and councils agree deal to cut storm overflows
Southern Water has reached an agreement with two Sussex councils to improve surface drainage and reduced…