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Drug driver jailed after crash led to biker having leg amputated
A Brighton van driver has been jailed after he caused a crash that led to a motorcyclist having to have a leg amputated. James Pateman, 38, formerly an engineering technician, of Chatham Place, Brighton, admitted drug driving and careless driving when he appeared in court. Pateman tested positive fo...
Boy, 6, suffers serious injuries in accident
A six-year-old boy from Peacehaven suffered serious injuries in a crash with a car. The boy was on foot when the accident happened in Arundel Road, near the corner of Hoddern Avenue, at about 4pm on Friday (15 March). Sussex Police said: “The child was taken to hospital with serious but not life-t...
Fire risk from e-bikes and scooters puts thousands at risk
The boom in electric bikes and scooters poses a fire risk to thousands of people in blocks of flats across Brighton and Hove, according to a tenant rep. Emma Salcombe, of Essex Place, Brighton, asked councillors whether, with the increasing number of fires, they planned to ban e-bikes and e-scooters...
English folk singer-songwriter Grace Petrie plays Brighton concert
GRACE PETRIE + MOLLY NAYLOR + GABI GARBUTT – CONCORDE 2, BRIGHTON 15.3.24 My first introduction to Grace Petrie was at her 2019 ‘Lefty Christmas Show’ at the stunning Bush Hall in London. It was one of those last-minute bookings the week before Christmas that I almost didn’t take. I am so gl...
Late Goal Not Enough as Brighton falls to Manchester City: Women’s Super League Match Report
Brighton suffered a dominant defeat as Manchester City claimed three points to draw level at the top of the Women’s Super League. Laura Coombs cemented City’s 4-1 victory with a brilliant first time finish at the Broadfield Stadium. Albion claimed a consolation goal right at the depth of the ...
Just what is affordable housing? Not something most people can afford, says councillor
A housing campaigner has asked for a clear answer to what the term “affordable housing” means. Charles Harrison asked councillors how “affordable housing” related to average household incomes in Brighton and Hove. He also asked what Brighton and Hove City Council was doing to increase the nu...
Experimental DIY outfit Swell Maps ride again
SWELL MAPS C21 – MOTH CLUB, HACKNEY, LONDON 15.3.24 When I read that Swell Maps were playing at the Moth Club I could barely believe my eyes, especially as Epic Soundtracks (aka Kevin Paul Godfrey) and Nikki Sudden (aka Adrian Nicholas Godfrey) are permanently unavailable, being deceased. Then I l...
Dealer selling drugs from taxi in Brighton given two-year sentence
A dealer caught selling drugs from a taxi in Brighton last month has been given a two-year sentence by a judge at Brighton Crown Court. Fiorent Muharremi, 20, was ordered to be detained in a young offender institution by Recorder Paul Garlick at Brighton Crown Court. Muharremi, of no fixed address, ...
‘Blade Runner Live’ coming to Brighton Centre
Ridley Scott’s multi-Academy Award®-nominated cult classic, ‘Blade Runner’, will be presented live in concert for a UK tour later this year. Having previously been premiered at the Royal Albert Hall in 2019, and a successful regional tour in 2021, the Sci-Fi epic ‘Blade Runner Live’ will ...
People smuggling suspect to await jury trial in prison
A trial date has been set for a man who has been charged with trying to smuggle Vietnamese migrants into Britain in a van at Newhaven ferry port. Anas Al Mustafa, also known as Anas Al Musfafa, of Heather Crescent, Swansea, is accused of assisting the unlawful entry of seven people into the UK. The ...
Sussex to bring back test bowler for championship climax
Test bowler Jaydev Unadkat will return to Hove for the final matches in the County Championship, Sussex said this morning (Monday 18 March). The club said: “Sussex Cricket is delighted to announce that India Test bowler Jaydev Unadkat will return to the club in 2024 for the final five games of the...
Brighton’s cathedral wants to mark 200 years with your memories
In May this year St Peter’s Church, often called Brighton’s “cathedral”, will celebrate 200 years since its foundation stone was laid. This will be commemorated by a one-year community heritage project, called “One Moment in Time”, funded by Historic England. The vicar, the Rev Dan Mille...
Isle Of White Festival ‘New Blood Competition’ comes to town
NO LIABILITY + SHALLOW HONEY + LIVVY ENGLISH + EUPHORIA + DIRTSHARKS – THE HOPE & RUIN, BRIGHTON 16.3.24 This evening’s gig was a concert with a difference as a handful of up-and-coming acts were competing ‘Battle Of The Bands’ style in order to go through to the semi final of the Isle O...
Mayor holds reception for food growers
Dozens of food growers from across Brighton and Hove came together for a mayoral reception at Brighton Town Hall and shared some of the fruits of their labours. They represented several of the community groups that have helped hundreds of others – some struggling with dementia or other mental heal...
Court closes for three-month refurbishment
Hove Crown Court has closed for three months for a refurbishment during which the roof is due to be replaced and solar panels fitted. The 12-week schedule of work includes the installation of a new air conditioning system in the 50-year-old building. The Ministry of Justice said: “Hove Crown Court...
Sussex cocaine dealer went on the run after police arrested him
A drug dealer went on the run for nearly four years after police received an anonymous tip off and arrested him.
Sewage releases affecting Sussex beaches following rain
There are several sewage releases across the county including Hove following heavy rain.
Eastbourne road closed after three-car crash
A road was closed after a three-car crash.
Rail replacement buses across Sussex due to engineering works
Rail replacement buses are running across the county today due to engineering works.
Rother District Council approves controversial ‘Wunderhaus’ scheme
A controversial application from a former district councillor has been approved by Rother planners for a second time.