Following the recent changes to PCSO deployment in Sussex, many areas will have already seen a change in their communities, as newly allocated locations have been rolled out to PCSOs across the district, what follows is snapshot of some of the patrols conducted this week by your PCSOs. PCSOs Willson […]
Lewes Castle wall collapse
Following a multi-agency response to reports of a wall collapse in Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes, East Sussex County Council have withdrawn the right of way through Lewes Heritage garden of peace for 21 days (12/11/2109) or until it is safe for members of public to safely navigate.
SEAFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LAUNCHES YEAR OF CELEBRATION TO MARK ITS 65TH ANNIVERSARY
On Friday 8 November an auspicious gathering of past Presidents was held to launch the official commemoration of 65 years of Seaford Chamber of Commerce. Whilst the high street is currently experiencing difficult times in other small towns, Seaford’s eclectic mix of boutique and unique shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants […]
Have your say on next phase of improvements in Eastbourne town centre
People in Eastbourne are being asked for their views on the next phase of a scheme aimed at improving the town centre. The proposals for phase two of the improvements would see installation of new public realm materials, seating, cycle parking and lighting between Bankers’ Corner and Langney Road. Meanwhile, […]
Be ‘fraud aware’ and help beat the scammers
PEOPLE in East Sussex are being urged to be ‘fraud aware’ and help bring scammers to justice, during an awareness-raising week. In the last six months, scores of scam reports were received in the county, but with only an estimated five per cent of incidents reported, that’s likely to be […]
Buy your tickets for the new Lewes District Local Lottery
Tickets go on sale this Friday (November 15) for the first Lewes District Local Lottery. The new online lottery has a weekly jackpot of £25,000 and tickets cost just £1 with 60p going towards local good causes, compared to just 28p in the pound for the National Lottery. There are […]
South coast charity receives Heart Research UK grant to inspire young people about heart health
A youth-led not-for-profit organisation that works in communities along the south coast of England has been awarded a £9,600 grant from national charity Heart Research UK to educate young people about how to look after their hearts. Blueprint 22, which works with 16-25-year-olds from Brighton to Bognor Regis, has been […]
Collapsed wall at Lewes Castle
A team of structural engineers will continue their investigations into yesterday’s (Monday) collapse of a wall in Castleditch Lane, Lewes. The wall did not form part of Lewes Castle, but is believed to be centuries old. East Sussex Fire and Rescue has handed the site back to Lewes District Council. […]
Top tips to help parents and carers support kids’ mental wellbeing
YOUNG people in East Sussex are offering their ‘top ten tips’ to help parents and carers support children’s mental health. The guide was devised after a survey of almost 1,000 people found children, parents and carers had different ideas on what would help youngsters’ emotional wellbeing. It includes simple tips […]
WORLD KINDNESS DAY 2019
Over 1.2 million older people in England are ‘chronically lonely’, and 200,000 older people have not had a conversation with friends or family for a month, according to Age UK. But loneliness can affect people of all ages, and on World Kindness Day, research sheds light on how kind we […]
Events opens doors for more students them ever
MORE than 1,000 students from across East Sussex will experience the world of work as the annual Open Doors scheme returns – double the number who benefited last year. Throughout November, 35 businesses from Forest Row to Hastings will open their doors to students allowing them to experience the workplace […]
Shopping delights and festive fun at the South of England Showground’s Winter Fair
The South of England Agricultural Society is delighted to announce that its Winter Fair weekend will return to the South of England Showground in Ardingly, West Sussex, this November. Running from 9am – 5pm on Saturday 23rd and 9am – 4pm on Sunday 24th November, the Winter Fair will be […]
Update on Significant Planned Road Works on the M23
The following works are scheduled on the M23, subject to weather conditions. Attached below is a map which may help you to pinpoint the location of these works. Sunday 10 November 22:00 to 05:00 Lane closure leading to a full closure of the Godstone to Crawley link. Diversion to M25 […]
SEAFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUPPORTS SEAFORD HEAD SCHOOL PTA
On Thursday 7 November 2019 the Chamber presented a cheque for £7,200 to Headteacher Bob Ellis and Rob Handy from Seaford Head School. Each year, a Golf Day is organised by the Chamber with sponsorship from local business, including a dinner and luxury auction, a fabulous amount was raised from […]
Lest we forget!
A Memorial Service will take place at the War Memorial in Sutton Road Seaford on Sunday 10th November. Representatives from all walks of life will attend and lay wreaths in memory of those who bravely died for our country. All are invited to attend. There will also be a service […]
Seaford Mayor’s Update
The Mayor of Seaford, Cllr Nazish Adil has been busy fundraising for her two chosen charities, ‘The Youth Counselling Project’, and the ‘Down Syndrome Development Trust’ The Mayor hosted a Charity Quiz Night, at ‘The View at Seaford Head’ on Friday 1st November raising £530 on the night from entry fees […]
Local charities – are you looking for a unique way to raise funds during 2020?
Seaford Town Council has been looking at opening Martello Field (west) as an additional car parking space during the busy summertime weekends during 2020. This is following residents’ feedback regarding the extremely busy promenade and lack of car parking during the summer months of 2019. The Martello Field (west) will […]
Successful Bonfire night in Lewes
Following months of planning by police and other emergency services, Lewes Bonfire Night rounded up again this Tuesday for another year. Emergency services, local authorities and transport operators worked extremely closely with bonfire societies and local communities over the past 12 months in preparation for the annual celebrations, including issuing […]
Fire in Newhaven
Detectives are seeking information about a fire in Newhaven which is being treated as arson. Just before 12.05am on Wednesday (October 30) the fire was reported at a house in Lee Way, Newhaven. Fortunately the three people inside, a woman and two men, were able to get out unharmed with […]
Children call for change, as poll reveals they avoid school, social media and social life to escape bullying
Anti-Bullying Week celebrated in over three quarters of schools in England from 11 to 15 November 24% of children surveyed said they are bullied once a week or more 11% said they have missed school because of bullying Anti-Bullying Alliance, with support from O2, publish ‘Change Starts With Us’* report […]
22 YEARS OF PENSION SAVINGS GONE IN 24 HOURS
New analysis finds pension scam victims could lose average of 22 years of savings in 24 hours Nearly two-thirds (63%) of people would trust someone offering pensions advice out of the blue – one of the main warning signs of scam More highly educated people are more at risk, according […]
Tonnes of waste collected in speedy bonfire clean up
A dedicated team of council workers worked throughout the early hours to remove tonnes of rubbish left by Lewes Bonfire night revellers. Lewes District Council’s Environment First team ensured the streets were clean by Wednesday morning after the November 5 celebrations.
Tell us how you burn and get free firewood
ISSUED ON BEHALF OF SUSSEX AIR PEOPLE across Sussex are being asked to take part in a survey about how they heat their homes – and could win themselves a stock of energy-efficient wood. The air quality partnership Sussex Air, made up of 15 local authorities, is running the survey, […]
HOW TO ROCK THE 1970s CHARLIE’S ANGELS LOOK
New research from Sony Channel reveals over two thirds (68%) of Brits still love 70s fashion trends Charlie’s Angels’ Farrah Fawcett has been voted number one style queen of 70s TV shows Over a quarter (26%) of women have rocked the Farah Fawcett hairstyle. While young people may be inspired […]
Sixth Form Strike: Tuesday 5th November
National Education Union members working Brighton Hove & Sussex Sixth Form College (BHASVIC) and Varndean College will be taking their second day of strike action on 5 November to defend their pay, working conditions and employment. Cuts to 16-19 funding have been deeper and have gone on for longer than […]
PCSO model will look to increase local engagement across Sussex
Today (Monday, November 4) sees the launch of a named PCSO for every community in Sussex Police. The enhanced way of working will give every PCSO responsibility for a defined geographic area and every community in Sussex will have at least one named PCSO. Assistant Chief Constable Julia Chapman said: […]
Update on Significant Planned Road Works on the M23
The following works are scheduled on the M23, subject to weather conditions. Attached below is a map which may help you to pinpoint the location of these works. Monday 4 November 9pm to 5am For 5 nights, there will be a full closure from junction 8 to 10 southbound between 9pm […]
Additional Support Is Available In A Power Cut If You Act Now
Power cuts don’t happen very often these days, but if there’s a power cut, have you ever wondered how some people would cope? UK Power Networks own and run the electricity cables in most of our region and fix power cuts. They deliver the electricity which you buy through your […]
Careers Hub shortlisted for national award
A SCHEME to improve careers guidance and support for secondary school students across East Sussex has been shortlisted for a national award. The East Sussex County Council Careers Hub is one of 19 projects that stand a chance of winning at the National Enterprise Network awards ceremony later this month. […]
How To Shop Online Safely This Christmas and Black Friday
It’s no surprise that the lead-up to Christmas – including Black Friday – is the busiest time of the year for online shopping. But with so much on your mind at this time of year and your keenness to bag a bargain, it’s important to get into some good habits […]
Theatre production urges teens to call out bad driving
A THOUGHT-provoking theatre production aimed at empowering young people to speak out against dangerous driving returns to schools across East Sussex this month. The Passenger highlights the responsibility youngsters have to intervene if they’re travelling in a car with a young driver who’s putting themselves and others at risk. The […]
Get the flu jab now and protect yourself this winter
HEALTH workers in East Sussex have been getting their flu jab – and are encouraging other people in vulnerable groups to do the same. As the days shorten, the temperatures drop and the flu season approaches, East Sussex County Council’s public health team is calling on those eligible to ensure […]
This week’s scam and fraud warnings from Action Fraud:
Amazon Prime scam: Action Fraud warns of Amazon Prime scam that has cost victims over £400,000 in two months. Criminals are targeting members of the public with automated calls stating that the recipient has been charged for an Amazon Prime subscription. Full details of the scam and signs to look […]
Operation Blitz, Halloween number and timings.
With Halloween, often comes additional groups of youngsters out and about in the town, most out trick or treating, unfortunately each year some take to other activities. The help prevent an increase in anti-social behaviour this evening, an additional Operation blitz patrol will be in place on from 1600-2200, where […]
Seaford Community Cinema – this Friday 1st November
Woman at War Year: 2019Origin: ISDirector: Benedikt ErlingssonDuration: 101 minutesCertification: 12AAwards: Guardian ReviewRotten Tomatoes %: 92Starring: Halldóra Geirharosdóttir, Jóhann Siguroarson, Juan Camillo Roman Estrada Halldóra Geirharosdóttir’s Halla is a bike-riding environmental guerrilla battling big industries. She fires an arrow over a power line, causing electricity cuts and short-circuiting government plans […]
What’s new at the Central Ground Hove
Sussex Cricket Fireworks Night will light up the night skies once again this Tuesday 5th November. If you are looking for a great display of Fireworks on the actual Firework night why not visit, Tickets £ 10.00 for adults and £ 5.00 for under sixteens. starting from 6.00pm; fireworks around […]
Strike action planned at Moulsecoomb Primary School to stop academy plans
Teachers in the National Education Union (NEU) at Moulsecoomb Primary School have voted unanimously to take strike action to prevent the school from being taken over by an academy trust. Every single vote cast was in favour of taking strike action, with a turnout of 82.6%. Now the union is […]
Appeal after person dragged into car in Seaford
Police investigating the possible abduction of a person in Seaford are searching for a Lexus car believed to be involved in the incident. The alarm was raised at 2.37pm on Friday (October 25), when a member of the public reported that he had seen someone being assaulted and the dragged […]
Restaurant’s gold standard for healthy eating
AN Eastbourne eatery has become the first restaurant in East Sussex to achieve the ‘gold’ standard under a new awards scheme for healthy eating. Bibendum, in Grange Road, won the accolade under the Eat Out Eat Well rating system administered by East Sussex County Council’s Trading Standards team. The scheme […]
What To Do With Your Pumpkin Leftovers
OVER TWO THIRDS OF BRITS DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH PUMPKIN LEFTOVERS 33% of UK adults buy at least two pumpkins at Halloween New research from food waste fighting app, Too Good To Go, has found that two thirds of Brits don’t actually know what to do with pumpkin […]