The stabbing took place in Elphick road, Newhaven around eleven thirty in the evening on Monday 6th January and a sixteen year old has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Armed officers attended the scene as well as the air ambulance. Despite every effort being made the man was pronounced […]
Get any new toys for Christmas?
Be mindful burglars know that many households often have new and often expensive, items in their homes over Christmas. Post Christmas crime prevention advice: Avoid becoming an easy target for post-holiday burglars/robbers by not leaving boxes for new electronics and other items outside your wheelie bin. Break down any boxes […]
Are your tickets the real deal?
With EURO2020 tickets available via public ballot until 18 December 2019, there is a warning for football fans to be wary of people selling fake or non-existent tickets via online marketplaces. Buy from the official UEFAEURO website to avoid losing out here. Buying concert tickets for Christmas? If you’re […]
New site for free counter terrorism awareness training
An award-winning counter terrorism training course is being made available to the public across the country for the first time and Sussex Police want you to sign up and help protect the UK. Devised by Counter-Terrorist officers and security experts, the ACT Awareness eLearning package was previously only available to […]
Two-week overnight road closure on A259
MOTORISTS are being warned to expect delays as a major coastal route between Seaford and Eastbourne closes overnight for two weeks. The A259 will be closed to through traffic from 8pm to 5am every weekday night from Sutton Avenue, Seaford, to Gilberts Drive, East Dean, for two weeks from Monday, […]
Seaford Christmas Magic Saturday 7th December 2019
Seaford Town Council and the Christmas Magic Committee elves are busy at work bringing together plans for another magical Christmas experience here in Seaford for Saturday 7th December 2019, make sure to put the date in your diary! Seaford Christmas Magic will be bringing the sounds and smells of Christmas […]
Third Day of NEU Strike Action for Staff at BHASVIC & Varndean College
National Education Union members working in Brighton & Hove’s two sixth form colleges will be taking a day of strike action on Wednesday 20 November to demand more funding for their students and their colleges. There is currently an overall shortfall of £700 million in funding for Post 16 Education. […]
Anti Slavery Day
Today, Friday 18 October, is Anti-Slavery day and Sussex Police is showing support and continuing commitment for stopping all forms of slavery, human trafficking and exploitation. It reminds us to take a closer look in our communities for this hidden crime. Building on our previous external campaign in January which […]
MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE ATTACK – Friday 12th October
This is the latest statement from Assistant Chief Constable Russ Jackson, Greater Manchester Police, regarding the incident. At 11.15 am this morning a man entered the Arndale Shopping Centre in Manchester City Centre. He was armed with a large knife and as he entered Exchange Court, he began lunging and […]
Lewes County Hall Debate on the new health hub at Seaford
On Wednesday 25th September a debate took place in County Hall about the future plans to build a new health hub at the Downs Leisure centre in Seaford. Councillors heard from representatives from both sides. There were views expressed both for and against which at times were rather heated with […]
Martello Proms 2019
Martello Proms featuring the Seaford Silver Band, Seaford Musical Theatre and Seaford Sunshine Strummers will take place on Saturday 5th October at Seaford Head School, Arundel Road, Seaford at 2.30 pm. Admission is by ticket only ; £ 10.00 in advance or £ 12.00 on the door. Tickets available online […]
Nasty smell in the air in Newhaven
It seems that the residents of Newhaven are now having to contend with a nasty smell in the air. A spokesman for the town indicated that the smell was caused by muck spreading in surrounding fields a normal part of farming life. As if Newhaven needs anything else to have […]
Big Swing Band Fundraising Evening Saturday 12th October 2019
Put your glad rags on and join in at Newhaven Fort for a fantastic night of entertainment with Jonny Spice’s 18 piece Swing Band – see poster below! All profits made will go to projects in the Havens. For more information http://sussexcommunity.org.uk/denton-island-community-centre/community-events/
Cause of Newhaven scrapyard fire remains a mystery
The fire at H. Ripley scrapyard on East Quay Newhaven last Monday 15th September has unknown causes. Fire chiefs confirmed that they may never know for certain what caused the fire. It may have been a lithium battery but not confirmed. Fire crews from Newhaven,Lewes, Roedean and Preston Circus attended […]
New Team Member For Charity Support Group
The Havens Community Hub CIC was created almost a year ago and their achievements have already had a big impact for some of the not-for-profit organisations on the coastal stretch from Saltdean to Seaford. It has helped charities to recruit volunteers, find local funding, work in partnership projects and even […]
CABINET COUNCILLORS AGREE FUNDING FOR NEWHAVEN FORT
Cabinet councillors at Lewes District Council have given the many fans of Newhaven Fort some welcome good news after agreeing to fund the replacement of the fort bridge. Built in 1871, Newhaven Fort occupies a stunning vantage point overlooking Seaford Bay and is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Heritage […]
Newhaven Youth Centre build begins!
After over ten years of planning, consulting, designing and fundraising, Sussex Community Development Association (SCDA) is proud to announce the start of building works for the Newhaven Youth Centre. Local young people gathered on 3rd September 2019 for the ‘Breaking the Ground’ ceremony at the site on Denton Island, Newhaven. […]
NEW COUNCIL HOMES IN NEWHAVEN
The first tranche of new homes has been completed in Lewes district through Aspiration Homes, the council’s development company. Aspiration Homes has brought forward five three-bedroom affordable houses out of the new Trinity Homes development of 27 homes on the former Grays School site in Western Road, Newhaven. Out of […]
Update on Last Weekend Operations.
Concerns over crime and anti-social behaviour in Newhaven have prompted the launch of a multi-agency team to tackle the issues involved. Organised by Lewes district Police Inspector Ed Ripley, and supported by other professionals, the problem-solving pilot scheme went live during the first weekend of August. The team, made up […]
Community Speedwatch Lewes District
Following concerns from residents in across the district, in particular areas of the Nevill estate in Lewes, and areas of Newhaven, local residents have successfully set up a new Speedwatch Community group within these locations. Officers went along to meet the volunteers and assist them in conducting speed checks across […]
Newhaven Lifeboat Week
Do support your local Lifeboat with all these events
On this day August 14th
1967 (52 Years ago) UK Marine Broadcasting Offences Act declares participation in offshore pirate radio illegal. Of the four remaining stations Radio Scotland from the former lightship L.V. Comet and Wonderful Radio London which came from the MV Galaxy, closed down that day. Radio Caroline North from the Fredericia and […]
Reminder – FREE bike and scooter marking event for youngsters / bike riders
Lewes Prevention Officers and staff from Sussex Safer Roads Partnership will be at the Shakespeare Hall in Newhaven, in the recreation ground at the bottom of Fort Road next Thursday the 22nd August from 12 pm untill 4 pm, offering a FREE bike registration and marking event for pedal cycle and […]
Firle Vintage Fair
The Vintage Fair celebrating all that is good from the past takes place at Firle Park Near Lewes on August 9 / 10 / 11 August. A Free Vintage bus will run from Lewes Station every half hour to transport you in style if no transport available from 9.45 to […]
Newhaven Port issues urgent warning about youngsters’ dangerous behaviour
Newhaven Port Authority is urging parents to make children aware of the dangers of playing in and around the port. The warning comes following reports of young people jumping off the pier and swimming across the river. View Post In another incident earlier this month a group of young people […]
Entrepreneur wins £2,500 for her business-start up
An entrepreneur has scooped £2,500 towards setting up her new business consultancy by winning the Local Enterprise and Apprenticeship Platform (LEAP) annual award. Nicki Whitehead was also presented with a winner’s trophy at a LEAP celebration dinner at The View, Seaford Head, after wowing judges in a Dragon’s Den-style competition. […]
HUNDREDS ATTEND SKATE PARK AND PUMP TRACK OPENING
Hundreds of young people joined the Councillor Lesley Boniface, Deputy Town Mayor of Newhaven and Councillor James MacCleary, Deputy Leader of Lewes District Council, to open the new skate park and pump track on Saturday (July 20). The event in Newhaven included pro-rider demonstrations, training sessions, competitions and music. Councillor […]
‘Adopt a Station’
PartnershipAndy Gardner, Station Manager, Lewes and Seaford Railway Stations for Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) has signedtheSeafordStation Partnership Agreement with Rodney Reed, President of the Martello Rotary Seaford. Also attending wereCllr Nazish Adil, Mayor of Seaford and Catherine Simmons, Education, Westcoast Way and Seaford to Brighton Line Officer,Sussex Community Rail Partnership […]
Passing of former Town Councillor Terry Goodman
Seaford Town Council is saddened to report that former Town Councillor Terry Goodman has recently passed away after a short illness. Councillor Goodman was first elected to the Town Council in 2011 and was still serving up until May 2019 when he decided to step down due to ill health. […]
DANGEROUS DRIVERS REPORTED
Council teams collecting waste and recycling in Saltdean, Peacehaven and Newhaven, had a lucky escape recently after car drivers performed illegal and highly dangerous manoeuvres to get round the refuse trucks. Three different drivers at various points in the collection round mounted the verge, narrowly missing the council staff as […]
Hillcrest Cinema, Newhaven
Community Cinema showing a variety of Independent, Foreign and other less mainstream films in Newhaven. The shows are on the third Saturday of the month, from October to July. Cafe opens 6.00pm for delicious home made meals and refreshments. Films start at 7.30pm Venue: Hillcrest Centre Bay View Road Newhaven BN9 […]
KEEP THE DATE
Details of the Newhaven Lifeboat Fete are all on this poster so no excuses not to go and support this most worthy cause.
Access road contractor wins industry praise
WORK on a new road which will act as a catalyst for regeneration in Newhaven has been given the thumbs up from industry standards experts. The progress of Newhaven Port Access Road was rated exceptional or excellent in all areas following an inspection by the Considerate Constructors Scheme, an independent […]
Behaviour Change for Health Training Course
There are spaces available on the below Behaviour Change for Health (MECC) training course. Date Time Venue Address Friday 5th July 9.30am – 4pm ETH Eastbourne Town Hall, Grove Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4UG If you haven’t already taken part in Behaviour Change for Health/MECC then don’t miss the opportunity to […]
Police Meeting This Evening
Local Policing Inspector Ed Ripley said: “I fully understand why the community feels upset and angry about this spate of crime, but be assured that police are focused on addressing this and are the right resource to do so. “Police activity in the past nine months has led to the […]
Police response to bike thefts and ASB
Following recent reports of bike thefts from teenagers at the new Pumptrack in Newhaven, Lewes Prevention have upped their patrols to the area, and are working with NeighbourHood First to tackle the issue. The new Skatepark has been a very welcomed facility for residents of Newhaven, regrettably we have received […]
Burn ‘clean’ and improve air quality, residents urged
RESIDENTS who burn wood or other solid fuels to heat their homes will be encouraged to cut down their use or switch to less polluting alternatives under a project running across Sussex. One in 10 households in the south east burns wood – the highest rate in the country – […]
Bbc Radio 4 Appeal Supports Crimestoppers
We’re pleased to let you know our friends at Crimestoppers have been chosen to be the featured charity on the BBC Radio 4 appeal this coming Sunday. Crimestoppers compliment the work of Neighbourhood Watch by giving the general public a way of reporting crime 100% anonymously. The BBC Radio 4 […]
Residents invited to have their say on waste service
Lewes District Council is inviting residents to have their say on waste and recycling in the area. The online survey aims to find out how satisfied residents were with the service they received over the last 12 months. The questionnaire only takes a few minutes to complete and will help […]
Newhaven pumped about new track
Newhaven’s impressive new pumptrack is now open and proving hugely popular, while work is well underway on the adjoining skatepark. The newly-built pumptrack at Fort Road Recreation Ground has attracted BMXers, mountain bikers, scooter riders and skateboarders from across the region since its recent opening. Once the skatepark is completed […]
Awareness week promotes positive body image
The annual campaign, which this year runs from Monday, May 13 to Sunday, May 19, is focusing on body image and its impact on mental health. In East Sussex more than half of 14 to 15 year old girls say they worry ‘a lot’ about the way they look, while […]
2019 Seahaven Business Awards – The Results
The 2019 Seahaven Business Awards celebrated the very best of the town’s businesses at the Presidents’ Awards dinner on May 10th. This annual event was hosted by Newhaven Chamber of Commerce in association with Seaford and Peacehaven Chambers. The award winners and over 100 guests attended in the presence of […]
NEW LOOS
Good news – two new toilets have appeared on Seaford’s seafront. The not so good news; not only are they chemical toilets but a key is needed to access them as they are for sole use of Beach hut renters of the newly installed Westview Beach huts next to the […]