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Chichester has a new curry house adding its own spin on traditional Indian cuisine
The team at the Chichester Observer have tried out the city’s newest curry house – Namaste Punjab.
Chichester to benefit from new and 'improved' Southern Rail timetable - more train seats to be available from June
Train operator Southern is reminding Hampshire and West Sussex customers that an ‘extensively’ redesigned and ‘improved’ timetable will be coming soon.
Race-goers enjoy memories in marquee as Fontwell Park turns 100
One of the popular features of Fontwell Park’s Centenary Raceday was a marquee exhibition containing photos, trophies, badges, newspapers, racecards and other documents telling the 100-year story of the racecourse.
The Little Botanical bring plants with soul to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024
The Little Botanical in Chichester will be showcasing their British grown, peat-free collection of houseplants at the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024, in an immersive display that pays homage to the vibrant and diverse spirit of each plant.
Rolls-Royce prepares to celebrate World Bee Day
Every year, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars marks World Bee Day on 20 May. This year, the celebrations take on a truly international dimension, with activities at the company’s original Apiary at the Home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, and the new beekeeping operations the marque has established elsewhere in ...
HM Courts Service: These are the magistrates' court results for the Chichester area from May 10 to 16, 2024
The following are the latest results contributed by HM Courts Service, for cases from the Chichester area sentenced by West Sussex Magistrates’ Court sitting at Worthing and Crawley from May 10 to 16, 2024.
Chichester Harbour Trust bids fond farewell to chairman
Patrons, trustees and supporters of the Chichester Harbour Trust gathered yesterday evening at Bosham Sailing Club to celebrate the retirement of Chairman John Nelson, and to welcome Nick Backhouse to the helm. Special guests included His Grace the Duke of Richmond, Dame Susan Pyper D.C.V.O, Georgin...
In 18 pictures: Queen Camilla meets children at launch of Sussex literary festival
Queen Camilla was in Sussex this week to attend the opening event of the Charleston Festival on Thursday morning.
Looking back to historic day on Wey and Arun Canal as work continues to restore London’s Lost Route to the Sea
It is 15 years since the Wey and Arun Canal Trust reopened the waterway under Loxwood High Street, meaning boats could pass under the road for the first time in 140 years.
Silver screen legend Bill Nighy joins the fight to save Felpham Post office
From the bright lights of Hollywood, to the coastal paths of West Sussex, silver screen legend Bill Nighy has joined the fight to save a village post office.
M3: Green light for multi-million-pound scheme to transform journeys at junction 9
The Secretary of State for Transport has today (May 17) approved plans that will transform journeys around junction 9 of the M3.
In pictures: Queen Camilla visits historic Sussex town this week
Queen Camilla visited a National Trust property and met members of voluntary organisations in the historic town of Rye on Thursday.
The day Chichester Cathedral's spire collapsed – and why it was a good thing
Chichester Cathedral's roof is in fine shape, following a major campaign and five years of work, but when you look up at the glorious new lead roof, think of that day more than 160 years ago when it looked very different.
New playground equipment for Aldingbourne children
The playground at the Aldingbourne Community Sports Centre, owned by Aldingbourne Parish Council, reopened today after refurbishment.
Video and report: Fontwell Park's 100 years of jump racing is celebrated in style
Fontwell Park looks at its best when the sun shines – so it was fitting that after a wet start to the day, the clouds parted just in time for its Centenary Raceday.
Arun District Council's beach patrol team returns for 2024
Arun District Council’s beach patrol team is returning for 2024, a spokesperson has confirmed.
MPs back Sage House model to cut cost of dementia care by 38% and improve quality of life
MPs and members of the House of Lords including the Minister of State for Social Care, Helen Whately, have given their support to a new model for dementia care which will reduce the burden on the NHS and Social Care and cost less to run than current services, while also improving the quality of life...
Chichester planning applications: Here’s the latest list of submissions across the district
The following planning applications have been made to Chichester District Council between May 8 and 15.
Properties for sale in Midhurst: Beautiful four bedroom house is a former WW2 property
Nestled within easy distance of Petworth, Hawkhurst Court has a lot of history, and even more character.
UKHarvest launch in-school food hubs around Chichester
Thanks to the generous donation from the King Charles III Charitable Fund, UKHarvest have created and launched a brand-new initiative called Grub Club. Through Grub Club, local school students will run their own food donation hubs once a week, in school, helping to bring their community together thr...