Local News From the Seaford Newhaven and Peacehaven area
On Tuesday 25th May members of the National Education Union at Peacehaven Heights Primary School took a second day of strike action over the threat of the school being taken over by an academy. Following a short picket line outside the school, they were accompanied by parents and community members […]
Your chance to have a say in what goes on! On Wednesday 12th May the Annual Town Assembly will take place at 7.00pm via the zoom platform. This is a meeting for our residents to attend to ask their ward councillors any questions they may have relating to the town. If […]
Children, parents and teachers from Peacehaven Heights Primary school protested today at the continued efforts by East Sussex County Council to force the school into the STEP academy Trust.In a recent speech by the education secretary Gavin Williamson East Sussex and STEP were praised for operating a ‘try before you […]
School: Peacehaven Heights Primary SchoolUnique school code: 2005Closed: Wednesday 5 May 2021Reason: Industrial action Staff at Peacehaven Heights Primary to Strike Over Academy Plans Two thirds of staff are likely to leave the school if academy plans go ahead. For any queries regarding this notification, please contact CS Customer Relations: […]
We have received this statement regarding Peacehaven Heights School which explains the future of the school:- Two thirds of staff are likely to leave the school if academy plans go ahead. “Last night (Tuesday 20th April), more than 30 parents, staff and local politicians attended a meeting on Zoom to […]
Civic officer Deborah Donovan has worked for Peacehaven Town Council for 18 years. She has supported the Mayor forthe past 9 years, managing his diary, arranging events and co-ordinating his charity work. Debbie is a member of theNational Civic Officers Association and sits on their executive board.During 2020 since the […]
At 4am on Saturday 20th March, emergency services were called to the seafront on Cornwall Avenue, Peacehaven after a 21 year old local woman had been found lying there with serious injuries. The woman had called the ambulance services herself telling them she had fallen. She was soon after taken […]
Pupils at Peacehaven Heights Primary school have staged a socially distanced protest in Peacehaven, displaying a banner asking, “Where’s our head at?” to highlight the failure of the Interim Executive Board (IEB) that is running the school to appoint a permanent Headteacher. Parent campaigners claim that the IEB is intent […]
Sussex Community Development Association (SCDA) are partnering withKempton House Day Centre in Peacehaven to host a weekly CommunitySupermarket, to be run and used by local residents.Peacehaven Community Supermarket will launch on Thursday March 18th 2021. Community Supermarkets operate as a membership scheme, on the principle that everyone should haveaccess to […]
The search to find a Peacehaven Resident to receive the Peacehaven Community Award for 2021 has started. This prestigious award goes to an individual who has given their time and energy, throughout the pandemic, to benefit the local community and is open to a resident in PEACEHAVEN only. This award […]
National Education Union members have been left with no choice but to start industrial action ballots at Peacehaven Heights and Telscombe Cliffs schools as the governing bodies imposed by East Sussex County Council refused to agree to hold off on consultation during the lockdown. The schools normal governing bodies were […]
School: Peacehaven Community SchoolUnique school code: 4000Partly closed: Friday 18 December 2020Reason: COVID-19 local arrangementsMore information: School remains open for years 7,8 and 11. Years 9 and 10 should not attend school but complete their learning online. For any queries regarding this notification, please contact CS Customer Relations: Email – cs.customerrelations@eastsussex.gov.uk […]
Havens Community Hub CIC has been recognised on the UK Social Enterprise Roll of Honour for their work supporting people throughout the pandemicThe outstanding work of the Hub and its projects over the course of the year has been recognised at a special event bringing together the UK’s business community. […]
Reaching out to make a difference Peacehaven Town Council has launched a new campaign ‘No child should go without’. The Christmas gift box appeal includes gifts for all age groups. Donations can be dropped off to Community House between 8.00am – 1.00pm Monday – Friday or a money donation would […]
The Information Office will be closed throughout lockdown due to Covid-19 restrictions. If you have paper work you wish to send to Lewes District Council please post the documents in the letter box outside Community House. If you need advice please ring the office on 01273 585493 There will be […]
A statement from Peacehaven Council regarding Remembrance Sunday:- “This year Remembrance Day, on 8th November will be different from other years, we will not be organising a parade or a long service; we will be following Government advice regarding social gatherings so we will be advising our local organisations and residents NOT to […]
IEB Chair resigns and IEB announces its support for academisation within 24 hours of each other Yesterday Jon Taylor, chair of the Peacehaven Heights Primary School Interim Executive Board (IEB), wrote to Peacehaven Height’s parents informing them of his intention to step down from his role. Still contemplating the significance […]
Peacehaven Coastal Branch of Guide Dogs is a group of volunteers who organize and attend events in the Peacehaven area to raise funds for Guide Dogs, charity 209617. The Group’s Co-Ordinator is Mick Etheridge, (63), a Guide Dog user. On the 17th October 2020, Mick will be leaving his guide dog, […]
This week (29/9/2020) Peacehaven Town Council gave unanimous backing to a motion to support the campaign to prevent the academisation of Peacehaven Heights. The motion commits the Town Council to writing to the decision makers at East Sussex County Council, namely: Councillor Bob Standley – Lead Member for Education and […]
We need to come together and make our voices heard”– Angry parents re-launch campaign to save Peacehaven primaries from academisation Parents of Peacehaven Heights and Telscombe Cliffs primary schools in East Sussex have re-launched their campaign to save the schools from academisation. This follows the replacement of the governing bodies […]
As our Seahaven FM presenters have ben reminding us , there is still time to enter the Peacehaven Town Council Photogpraphic competition open to all residents. Although it has been running since our original post on September 7th- don’t forget deadline day is this Sunday 18th October They would like […]
Saturday Car boot Sales will be on The Dell BN107JE in Peacehaven Every Saturday throughoutthe month of September (weather permitting)Seller Only £8 for cars and £10 for vansGates open for sellers only at 8am Buyers can enter from 9amFree Parking (Ample space)Free EntryPlenty of room for sellers and buyers Details […]
The Mayor of Peacehaven, Cllr. Claude Cheta has launched a campaign asking residents to donate either a tin or jar of food which will be delivered to the Seahaven Food Bank.Cllr. Cheta has picked this charitable organisation to support whilst in post as Mayor. Peacehaven Town Council are open for […]
Recognised in the Queens New Year Honours list in 2016 witha British Empire Medal for her dedication to community workfor over 40 years, Marilyn Nolan works with a variety of localcharities and groups across the Havens area including theSeaford Musical Theatre (Barn Theatre), Meridian MatureCitizens Forum and the Royal National […]
Police are appealing for witnesses after an elderly woman was robbed of a Rolex watch belonging to her late son in Peacehaven. The 74-year-old victim was sitting on a bench with her two dogs in The Big Park in Piddinghoe Avenue, on Sunday (14 June) at about 12.45pm. She was […]
A council has been blasted for failing to acknowledge millions of pounds received from Government to support local businesses, self-employed workers, the unemployed, charities, other organisations and those in need during the Covid pandemic. Lewes District Council’s ruling Cabinet learned on 11 June that, while still significant, the financial impact […]
At last with the fantastic weather we are having, there are some slight reductions in the lockdown and we are all a little bit more free to get out and about. This does not mean that the virus has gone away so please remember the basics about hygiene and social […]
It gives us great pleasure to announce that The Mayor of Peacehaven, Cllr Claude Cheta, raised just over £12,000 in support of his charity work during his 2019/20 term of office. This means that £2,500 will be awarded to each of the following charities: • Chillax, Youth Centre – sited […]
Former ‘I’m A Celebrity’ Jungle King and well known actor, Christopher Biggins has pledged his support in a video to the Havens Community Hub campaign on the Crowdfunder platform – www.crowdfunder.co.uk/silverliningsBacked by East Sussex County Council ‘Projects That Matter’, donations are currently being doubled at no extra cost to the donor.During […]
Police are searching for teenager Harvey Stone, who is missing from Peacehaven. The 14-year-old has been missing from his home since Monday morning (18 May), and he may be in Peacehaven, Eastbourne, Brighton or Forest Gate in London. He is described as white, about 5’, of small build, with mousey […]
If you’re feeling isolated, anxious or unwell at home and don’t have anyone that can help you – your local community hub may be able to assist. No one in East Sussex should be left on their own. Community hubs For all help and support on managing through coronavirus visit our dedicated […]
1) From Lewes District Council –The new ‘one-stop’ website of local businesses is open at the following web address:http://eatlocal.info/You can filter results by supplier type and by local area. 2) Government loans for small businesses –The government will cover the interest and the administration costs of their Bounce back loans:www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-a-coronavirus-bounce-back-loan […]
Food banks need your donations – both food and cash:We had an email from a very kind listener who was moved to ask their fruit and vegetable deliverer to send a second box (which they paid for) to the local food bank.Kindness, as we know, multiples. The fruit and veg. […]
Please do as much as you can online rather than by phone.Links to websites are in full so they can be copied and pasted into your internet browser’s top line. 1) From Lewes District Council –Southdown provides free mental health phone & video support sessions to those 16+. Find out […]
Seahaven Store house, nearly quadrupled the number of families it’s supporting since the covid19 lock down. The Storehouse began 8 years ago in 2012 and is now seeing unprecedented demand for their services. This is the same for all food banks, if you can help by leaving just one or […]
A second person has been fined £250 within two weeks after their rubbish was discovered flytipped in Lewes district. Lewes District Council responded following a report of household and building waste dumped on the verge of Gorham’s Lane, Telscombe, on Tuesday, April 7. One of the council’s Neighbourhood First advisors sifted through the rubbish for evidence of the owner and […]
Businesses from Lewes, Seaford, Newhaven, Peacehaven and the surrounding areas are being encouraged to take part in Edeal’s new LEAP Entrepreneurial Leadership Programme for business support and their chance to win £1,000. Based on the successful LEAP Entrepreneurial Programme that has been running since 2013, this free, comprehensive programme provides: […]
An update from Peacehaven Council tells us more bad, but not unexpected, news:- ” It is with deep regret that Peacehaven Town Council has made the hard decision, following Government and NHS guidelines and advice, to close Community House and the Information Office, for the foreseeable future.All planned events will […]
The CTLA want to reassure all of their members that they are doing everything they can to support you during this difficult time. Wherever possible they are maintaining a normal service. They are introducing some additions to the services that they can offer. In recognising the need for their clients […]
This weekend’s mobile number remains the same: 07989 188960 This week’s hours remain the same: 1600:-2200 – outside of these times please continue to contact us online or report to 101. Always dial 999 in an emergency. Update from last weekend Last weekend’s Operation Blitz ASB patrol. Friday began with the team heading […]
This is an official school closure notification. School: Peacehaven Community SchoolUnique school code: 4000Partly closed: Wednesday 18 March 2020Reason: Emergency closureDue to limited numbers of staff being able to attend the school the school is partially closing with Year 10 not attending. All other years groups can attend. There are […]
The 2020 Seahaven Business Awards are now open for nominations. These awards celebrate professionalism, creativity, innovation and business excellence across Newhaven, Seaford and Peacehaven. Why not tell your company’s success story? The Newhaven Chamber of Commerce, in association with Seaford and Peacehaven Chambers of Commerce, offers you a chance to […]
This weekend’s phone number/s is: 07989188960 Please use the above number/s to contact the police patrol direct to report anti-social behaviour between the hours of 4pm and 10pm on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th March This is a direct line to the police to only report anti-social incidents to officers on patrol so that they […]
This weekend’s Operation Blitz times return to 1800-0000, the contact number remains the same 07989188960 Your Lewes Prevention Team covers all areas of Lewes, Ringmer, right up to Wivelsfield and surrounds; as well as down through the coast, including Telscombe Cliffe, Peacehaven, Seaford and Newhaven. Operation Blitz is a designated ASB […]
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Do you recognise this bike, or have you seen it offered for sale? It was stolen from the garage of a house in Skyline View, Peacehaven, sometime between 11pm on Saturday 22 February and 5.30am the following day, and police are appealing for information. The grey Whyte mountain bike has […]