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Sussex beat Kent in One Day Cup at Hove
Sussex Sharks 288-7 (48.2 overs) Kent Spitfires 287-9 (50 overs) Sussex win by three wickets A remarkable and unbroken eighth-wicket stand of 88 in 11 overs between Jack Carson and Archie Lenham saw Sussex to an unlikely three-wicket win over Kent with 10 balls to spare in the Metro Bank One Day Cup...
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Protesting Against Illegal Migrants – Islamophobic or Not?
The issue of illegal immigration has been a major point of contention in the UK, sparking protests that are often framed as either legitimate expressions of concern or as fuelled by Islamophobia. With immigration levels rising, particularly from countries with significant Muslim populations, the que...
INTRODUCING BRIGHTON WELLNESS FESTIVAL A RADICAL NEW VISION FOR WELLBEING
Brighton is set to redefine the wellness landscape with the launch of the Brighton Wellness Festival (BWF) — a bold, community-led celebration of inclusive, radical wellbeing. Taking place from 1st to 8th October 2025, this groundbreaking new festival invites everyone — from the wellness-curious...
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Residents invited to have their say on local government reorganisation at drop-in sessions
People keen to have their say on local government reorganisation or find out more about current proposals can attend drop-in sessions organised by Brighton & Hove City Council. The government has asked councils in Sussex for suggestions on how local government should be organised as part of ...
Lewes councillors deny whipping up social media storm over boundary row
A councillor has denied she and her colleagues are using inflammatory language in a row over council boundaries, saying they are just standing up for their residents. Lewes District Council was accused of whipping up people on social media when launching a petition opposing Brighton and Hove’s pr...
Arms factory wins planning battle on appeal
An arms company will be allowed to keep a temporary extension to its Brighton factory after appealing to the Planning Inspectorate. L3 Harris wants to keep the extension to its site at Emblem House in Home Farm Road, but Brighton and Hove City Council’s Planning Committee unanimously refused the...
Stranglers member Hugh Cornwell has announced a run of UK dates and Brighton
Legendary songwriter and original Stranglers member Hugh Cornwell has announced a run of UK dates this November, accompanied by special guests The Courettes. which includes a date at Concorde 2 in Brighton on 16th Nov. Kicking off at Epic Studios in Norwich on 6th November, Hugh Cornwell brings his...
New Amex car park given green light
Brighton and Hove Albion’s bid for three-storey 43-space car park built into an earth bank has been unanimously approved by councillors. As Community Stadium Limited, the club secured planning permission on Wednesday 6 August to install the car park in the “west bund” with spaces for employees...
Where Brighton Students Go to Fuel Their Creativity
Brighton offers students more than just a place to study. For those pursuing creative fields such as art, design, media or performance, the city becomes a living canvas of possibility. While well-known murals and seafronts inspire many, it’s often the quieter, lesser-known places that truly help s...
Brighton and Hove Pride organisers issue apology following complaints over long, chaotic queues
Organisers of Brighton and Hove Pride have apologised after festivalgoers described Saturday’s entry process as “claustrophobic” and “confusing.” Thousands attended the city’s annual LGBTQIA+ celebration over the weekend, which featured high-profile performances from Mariah Carey, Fatboy...
Punky Sunday teatime bash to return to Mid Sussex
If folk situated in Mid Sussex believe that they are going to participate in Sunday cream teas with cucumber sandwiches with the crusts cut off and Earl Grey in china tea cups, then they’ve got another thing coming! On Sunday 21st September the building, known as Mid Sussex Music Hall, which is ...
Arcade pizzeria gets alcohol licence despite neighbour’s fears
A new city-centre pizza restaurant can sell alcohol – despite opposition from neighbours. Pommy’s Pizza, one of the new tenants of Brighton’s Imperial Arcade, off Western Road, opened in June. It can now sell alcohol to customers at its premises from noon to 11pm. During a licensing panel hear...
Brighton man’s rollercoaster record bid scuppered by Storm Floris
A Brighton thrill-seeker who set out to ride every rollercoaster in the UK in a little over two weeks has had his plans scuppered by Storm Floris – but could still break a world record. Dean Stokes, 36, originally organised a trip to go on 120 rollercoasters in 32 theme parks in 16 days across [...
Green tile pub owner seeks to remove all tiles ahead of renovation
A developer who ripped half the green tiles off his pub is now asking for permission to take off all the remaining original ones. Charlie Southall says all the tiles will be replaced – but wants to be able to do this with just replica tiles if necessary. He is also being prosecuted by Brighton [...
Brighton and Hove Albion appoint set-piece coach
Brighton and Hove Albion have appointed a set-piece coach. The club said: “We are pleased to confirm the appointment of Yannick Euvrard as our men’s first team set-piece coach as part of Fabian Hürzeler’s backroom team. “The 39-year-old joins us after spending two years with Anderlecht wher...
Norman Watt-Roy will be performing live with The James Oliver Band in Brighton
The James Oliver Band are heading to The Prince Albert in Brighton on Thursday 25th September and will feature legendary bassist Norman Watt-Roy whose music career spans more than 40 years. Norman came to prominence in the late 1970s, during the punk and new wave era of rock music as the bass player...
Nouvelle Vague will embark on a stretch of UK shows including Brighton
Hitting the road for a major worldwide tour in 2025, Nouvelle Vague will embark on a stretch of UK shows throughout November. With 16 UK live dates in total, including two shows at London’s iconic venue KOKO, the tour will see the band celebrating 21 years since the release of their seminal fir...
Join the Women’s Rugby World Cup Fan Zone party this summer
Tickets for the two matches taking place at Brighton & Hove Albion Stadium are almost sold out, but fans without tickets can soak up the tournament atmosphere and watch the games live for free on a big screen at Victoria Gardens instead. The Fan Zone, which will be open from 4 to 7 September, fe...
Dire Straits with founding member John Illsley, as he embarks on a captivating UK tour
Step into the story of Dire Straits with founding member John Illsley, live on stage this autumn. Kicking off on 24 October 2025, John embarks on a captivating UK tour running through November, with special stops including The Old Market, Hove on 29 October and White Rock Theatre, Hastings on 29 Nov...
Fatboy Slim headlines Pride’s second day celebrations
‘VARIOUS ARTISTS’ – ‘BRIGHTON & HOVE PRIDE’, PRESTON PARK, BRIGHTON 3.8.24 (DAY TWO) ‘Brighton & Hove Pride’ 2025 kicks in for the second of the two day bonanza. If you missed yesterday’s reviews, then they can be located HERE. Sunday 4th August Today we arrived to hear the...