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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Charity Hosts Easter Lunch
CTLA Community Transport was delighted to host an inter-generational Easter lunch at the Hillcrest Community Centre, Newhaven, last week. The 3rd Peacehaven Brownies painted Easter vases and decorated eggs for the table displays and, along with the adult volunteers, helped to serve refreshments and play bingo with the 37 older […]
Update On Significant Planned Road Works On The M23 And The Brighton Main Line Improvement Project There are no closures scheduled for the week beginning 8th April, or on Good Friday, Easter weekend or Easter Monday, 19-22 April 2019. The following works are scheduled on the M23, subject to weather […]
The Big Pedal…
Lewes Prevention officers joined other local agencies outside Denton Primary School, Newhaven on Monday to help promote the #bigpedal event, raising awareness of air pollution. The event encourages children and parents to look at other means of travel to school, in particular cycling, with event prizes and promotions available.
County Council target school attendance with new campaign
East Sussex County Council have launched the third phase of their campaign aimed at driving up attendance rates in schools across East Sussex. It’s part of the “Get A Grip” campaign which highlights the negative impact that absence from school has on children’s education. The new phase of the campaign […]