YOUNGSTERS have the chance to meet the award-winning author and illustrator behind the space-themed images for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. Adam Stower will visit Eastbourne Library for a workshop event at which he’ll teach children how to create their own characters and draw their own aliens. Adam has designed […]
East Sussex road improvement schemes take a step closer
MAJOR road improvements could be on the way to two primary routes through East Sussex after they were identified as priorities by a regional transport body. Schemes to improve the A259 between Brighton and Eastbourne and the A22 in Wealden feature among 10 priority schemes in the region selected by […]
Criminals Targeting People With Universal Credit Scam
Action Fraud has received 63 reports about a scam in which fraudsters target people with offers of “low cost” loans or “free” government grants. What the victims aren’t told is that the money they’ll receive is actually an advance payment for Universal Credit. The criminals use the personal information they’ve […]
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 […]
Haven’s New ‘Parks of the Future’ Making a Splash with Tom Daley
With just one year until Tokyo 2020, Tom Daley and Haven have teamed up to inspire the next generation of sports stars Haven have invested close to £100m into sites across England, Scotland and Wales The launch of Haven’s new ‘parks of the future’ coincides with the announcement of their […]
County secures £2.5 million funding to drive economic growth
East Sussex County Council has been awarded Local Growth Fund money by the South East Local Enterprise Partnership (SELEP) for the initiatives in the Bexhill and Seaford areas. A total of £960,000 will help develop six industrial units to attract creative industries to Bexhill, while the remaining £1.5 million will […]
Amended plan for Newlands Development
Seaford Town Council is holding a Planning Committee meeting at The View, Seaford on the 8th August at 7pm to discuss the amended plans for the Newlands Development to which residents are invited to attend and put forward their views. It is likely that officers from Lewes D.C and representatives […]
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. […]
Special praise for successful active travel projects
TWO schools and a hospital are among those winning praise for their efforts to encourage people to travel on foot, by bike and on public transport. Eastbourne, Bexhill and Newhaven Job Centres, Bike Lab Hastings and Education Futures Trust in Hastings, Seaford Head School, Denton Primary in Newhaven, Eastbourne District […]
Increase in reports of children being left home alone during school holidays
Third of contacts about children left unsupervised were during summer months Charity encourages parents in Sussex to talk to their children about staying safe online, as well as offline NSPCC has urged parents in Sussex to think carefully before leaving their children unsupervised during the school holidays, after seeing a […]
Dicing with Death: Cooking accidents causing 15 electrical fires every day in Britain’s kitchens
British kitchens playing host to 94% of electrical fires in the home caused by misuse of appliances Almost five and a half thousand electrical fires involving food and the misuse of electrical appliances were reported in British domestic kitchens last year – the equivalent of 15 every single day – […]
Making Sure the Sun IS Fun…Whatever The Weather
As nearly a fifth (19%) of British parents admit to not applying sun cream to children playing outside; just under three in ten (29%) don’t apply at all when it’s cloudy We love the sun. We actually all need sun exposure to create vitamin D and absorb calcium. However it […]
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 […]
Over 2000 pupils ‘Connect with the Countryside’ at the South of England Showground
Last week over 2,000 pupils from 52 primary schools across Sussex and Surrey were treated to a very special educational day out at the 13th Connect with the Countryside event at the South of England Showground. The free event, organised by the South of England Agricultural Society as part […]
21st Birthday Bash
The Hillcrest Community Centre held a grand celebration on Sunday 21st July to celebrate its 21st birthday. Twenty-one years ago, a campaign by the local community saved the building from demolition to provide a community centre for Newhaven and the surrounding area. Surviving locals who spearheaded the campaign include Joan […]
Seaford’s Accessible Beach Access for All – Grand Opening!
Seaford Town Council was proud to join forces with local resident Sam Taylor in the grand opening ceremony of the new accessible beach on Saturday, 20th July. The weather was kind, although a little breezy, the rain stayed away, and the sun shone. Seaford’s Town Crier, Peter White, opened the […]
23 Jul 2019 Join the Space Chase for Summer Reading Challenge
YOUNG readers will be able to embark on an adventure that is out of this world, with the return of the Summer Reading Challenge. East Sussex libraries are calling on children aged four to 11 to join the Space Chase and sign up to read six books over the summer […]
Rainbow flag flies above County Hall for Pride
THE rainbow flag is flying above County Hall in Lewes to mark this year’s Pride celebrations. The flag is raised every year to support for events in Eastbourne, Hastings and Brighton which, between them, attract hundreds of thousands of visitors. As part of the celebration of equality and diversity, representatives […]
Search for Jude Berry, 15, missing from Hastings
Police are searching for Jude Berry, 15, from Hastings, who has not been seen since Thursday 18 July. Jude is described as white, 5’7″, of slight build, with short dark hair. It is not known what he wearing when he disappeared. He has strong links to the Seaford area. There […]
South of England Showground hosts first ever open-air movie nights this summer
The South of England Showground in Ardingly, West Sussex, will host its first ever open-air movie nights this summer, screening Mamma Mia on Friday 23rd August and The Greatest Showman: Singalong on Friday 20th September. Held in conjunction with Cinestock, film lovers will be treated to amazing live music performances […]
Keep the curriculum covered with exciting and educational days out in Sussex
With the school academic year over, it’s time for the children to wind down for the summer break. However, research has shown that the long holiday can result in learning loss and when they return in September getting the brain back on track can take about two months. To keep […]
Community SpeedWatch seeks new volunteers
Are you concerned about speeding and antisocial driving in your area, and have a few hours to spare each week? Community SpeedWatch (CSW) is once again recruiting volunteers for Sussex. We are looking for volunteer coordinators and operators in all areas including Seaford, Newhaven, Peacehaven, Woodingdean, Rottingdean, Lewes and Eastbourne. […]
Official opening of the Beach Access Platform
Seaford Mayor and Sam Taylor cut the ribbon to declare the platform open.In attendance….town crier, Peter White, Tony Jackson, Facilities Manager, STC, Rodney Reed and other members of Martello Rotary.
83 arrests made in summer crackdown on drink and drug-drivers
A builder who crashed his van into a wall is among 83 motorists arrested during a summer crackdown on drink and drug-drivers. Surrey Police and Sussex Police run a dedicated campaign every summer and Christmas when social occasions are typically at their peak. The main aims are to raise awareness […]
‘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 […]
Seaford Mayor’s Summer Reception
Newly elected Seaford Mayor, Councillor Nazish Adil, hosted her Summer Civic Reception to help promote her charitable causes whilst in her term in office on Wednesday 17th July. The chosen charities are ‘The Youth Counselling Project’ and the Down Syndrome Development Trust, both based in Seaford. The event was held […]
‘Run, Hide, Tell International’ – advice for summer holidaymakers overseas
As UK schools break up for the summer holidays, security experts want holidaymakers in Surrey and Sussex to join the millions of people who have watched vital safety information before they fly. Since being launched in 2017, the four-minute ‘Run, Hide, Tell International’ film – which highlights what to do in the […]
CHANGE OF CONTROL AT LEWES DISTRICT COUNCIL
A cooperative alliance of the Green Party, the Liberal Democrats, Labour and Independent groups, tonight (July 15, 2019) took control of Lewes District Council from the Conservatives. With Zoe Nicholson, Green Group, becoming Leader, Lewes District Council is now one of a handful of Council’s led by an alliance Cabinet […]
Over 2000 pupils ‘Connect with the Countryside’ at the South of England Showground
South of England Showground Last week over 2,000 pupils from 52 primary schools across Sussex and Surrey were treated to a very special educational day out at the 13th Connect with the Countryside event at the South of England Showground. The free event, organised by the South of England […]
Update On Significant Planned Road Works On The M23 The following works are scheduled on the M23, subject to weather conditions.Also, please see the safety advice given below. Saturday 13 July 20:00pm to 05:00am Lane closure leading to a full closure of J9 (Gatwick) exit slip Northbound. Diversion for Gatwick […]
Eastbourne 999 was a roaring success bringing large crowds across the weekend (6 and 7 July 2019)
The 999 event at Eastbourne is a fantastic opportunity to allow Sussex Police and other partners to provide up to date and relevant information for the community. This year was no different. Alongside giving prevention advice on areas such as how to protect your homes and belongings, road safety and […]
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. […]
East Sussex County Council 12 Jul 2019 Residents warned to be on their guard against new scams
The new cons came to light during Scams Awareness 2019 when officers spoke to residents at events across the county.Details of the latest methods of tricking residents out of their hard-earned cash will be shared by the Trading Standards officers as they raise awareness among those vulnerable to scams.Cllr Bill […]
Holiday Clubs
Sussex Wildlife Trust is leading fun-packed outdoor activity days for children across the county throughout the school holidays. From bug-hunting, survival skills, camouflage games, rock-pooling, to arts and crafts from natural materials; there is something for everybody. ‘Wild Woodies’ may join in the muddy minibeast mayhem in the woods, or […]
Enjoy stunning coastal views safely, visitors warned
VISITORS to East Sussex’s spectacular white cliffs are being urged to stay safe this summer. Each year thousands of tonnes of chalk fall from the cliffs, which stretch from the edge of Eastbourne, past Beachy Head, the Seven Sisters and Seaford Head. In recent years there have been an increasing […]
SATURDAY CONCERT
The lunchtime concert at St. Leonards Church, Church Street, Seaford is at 1.00pm on Saturday 13th July. The concert features an Organ Recital by the extremely accomplished Richard Dawson. Richard studied music at Oxford University where he was the Organ Scholar of Keeble College. Since then he ha a distinguished […]
Update on last weekend’s Operation Blitz activity
Operation Blitz on Friday 05/07/2019 started with PCSO Horscroft and PC Goudie patrolling Lewes, Friars Walk, Landport and Ringmer due to recent burglaries and anti-social behaviour in the area, before heading up to the rural villages of Barcombe and Newick for high visibility patrols. They then received a phone call […]
THE WEATHER IS GOOD
…….and so is the countryside – especially by bus. We in this area are so lucky to live in such beautiful countryside and what better way to see it all than by bus. The main bus of the area is the Brighton and Hove 13X running the length of the […]
New relationships and sex education lessons ‘undermined’ as teachers have said they lack confidence
Over 40% of teachers in London and 45% in the South East lack confidence to teach compulsory RE/RSE lessons just 16 months before the national roll-out Importance of new curriculum in safeguarding children is backed by majority of headteachers as it was last updated over a generation ago before social […]
TWO MOGGIES FROM SUSSEX COULD PROVE JUST HOW CLAW-SOME THEY ARE BY WINNING THE TITLE OF “NATIONAL CAT OF THE YEAR”
15 FABULOUS FELINES NAMED AS FINALISTS IN CATS PROTECTION’S NATIONAL CAT AWARDS 2019, INCLUDING MONTY FROM EAST GRINSTEAD AND NALA FROM BRIGHTON 5 CATEGORY SHORTLISTS ANNOUNCED TODAY – WITH THE WINNER FROM EACH IN WITH A CHANCE OF BEING CROWNED ‘NATIONAL CAT OF THE YEAR 2019’ WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT CELEB-PACKED […]
SWINGING SEAFORD
Whatever happened to sleepy Seaford? On Saturday evening there were actually three live bands performing in Seaford town. Besides the Fabulous 6Ts who were playing the Royal British Legion Club as reported, The Corrupted played at the Kings Head and in the Old Boot customers were treated to a most […]
ITALIAN FOOD MARKET
COMES TO SEAFORD ON SATURDAY 13th JULY The ever popular continental market is back for another visit in Sutton Road. A chance to savour the tastes, smells and atmosphere of Italy and you don’t even have to travel. A chance for a change of culture. Do visit.
East Sussex kids’ favourite book named
A MYSTERY adventure in which a boy’s life changes forever when a giant sinkhole appears under his home has been named East Sussex children’s favourite book. The Jewelled Jaguar, by Sharon Tregenza, came first in a poll of county schoolchildren to claim top prize in the East Sussex Children’s Book […]
Don’t be conned by cold callers
RESIDENTS are being urged to be on their guard against cold callers charging hundreds of pounds for basic gardening services. East Sussex Trading Standards has received a number of reports of cold callers in the Lewes and Seaford areas offering gardening and tree surgery. Some residents have been charged between […]
Call for urgent funding support as council services face further cuts
INCREASED funding from Government is needed to protect vital council services, a report has warned. East Sussex County Council’s State of the County report details that the authority will face a budget gap of up to £15 million in 2020/21, if additional funding is not made available. This increases to […]
WHY SPORTS 2019 CONFERENCE The Royal Society of Medicine, London 18th September 2019
NEW SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED! On the 18th September 2019 at The Royal Society of Medicine, Sport England Executive Directors will host a number of interactive workshops designed to improve your knowledge, skills and understanding across a number of core topics. Helping More Women and Girls to Become Active What we are […]
NOISY NEIGHBOUR PROSECUTED FOR SECOND TIME
Eastbourne Borough Council has prosecuted a local resident for the second time in four months after continued complaints about noise from her property. Cassie Waters of Ceylon Place was fined £500 after failing to appear at Hastings Magistrates Court. Ms Waters was also ordered to pay £555 costs and a […]
Co-operative Trust in attempt to resolve Peacehaven Community School dispute
Peacehaven Co-operative Learning Trust calls public meeting to discuss the future of the school in response to mounting community and staff opposition to academisation Trustees of the Peacehaven Co-operative Learning Trust (PCLT), which has been side-lined by the council but still has key duties to the schools learning community, have […]