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'Overloaded plug sockets' was 'most likely' cause of Chichester house fire
People are being reminded not to overload plug sockets after a house fire in Chichester.
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Last chance to enter the Chichester Lions Club Swimathon on Saturday 30 May 2026
It is a Great Way to raise money for your Charity, group or organisation. Just Register with Chichester Lions, collect sponsorship, turn up and swim. Everything is arranged for you and you keep all of the sponsor money you collect.
In pictures: Chichester Athletic take on East Dean
Chichester Athletic proved too strong for East Dean when the sides met in a West Sussex League Division 2 South clash.
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Collision closes part of A259 outside Chichester
A collision involving two vehicles closed part of the A259 outside Chichester this evening (Monday, April 13).
Iconic Sussex forest supports next generation of conservationists
Ashdown Forest has launched a scheme designed to help new conservationists make the leap from a personal passion or qualification to employment.
Reader pictures: Photos from Graffham Midhurst and West Dean
These photos were taken very recently in midhurst and on visits to Graffham and West Dean Gardens. The common theme is Spring and its beauty, which is often all too brief and fragile.
Ladies Americano Padel event raises funds for local causes
Chichester Racquets & Fitness Club recently hosted a Ladies Charity Padel Americano event, bringing the local community together to raise funds for Together Our Community (TOC) and the Grassroots Trust.
Chichester so close to famous comeback at Gosport and Fareham
Chichester took a losing bonus point from a 24-21 defeat at Gosport and Fareham in Hampshire 1.
Reasons to be Cheerful: Live well and sleep tight By Vicky Edwards
I love a fair or festival that has something a bit different on offer. Years ago I was chatting to a couple in a pub who were planning a festival that was entirely sleep focussed. Exhibitors were bed, bedding and mattress companies, along with sleep aids and all manner of nightwear. Entertainment w...
Disappointed Dean fall to defeat
Missed chances cost the dean
Sussex traffic and travel: Falmer A27 closure following 'serious' collision; A280 Long Furlong closed for 10 days
Here’s your travel update across Sussex for the morning of Monday, April 13.
Wild is the goal hero as Chichester City lower the Bar
Jimmy Wild’s goal snapped Chichester City’s run of three league losses on the bounce as they condemned Potters Bar to relegation from the Isthmian Premier Division at the Lantern Community Stadium.
Wild is the goal hero as Chichester City lower the Bar
Jimmy Wild’s goal snapped Chichester City’s run of three league losses on the bounce as they condemned Potters Bar to relegation from the Isthmian Premier Division at the Lantern Community Stadium.
Man ‘airlifted to hospital’ after report of serious injuries in Chichester
A man in Chichester was airlifted to hospital on Sunday afternoon (April 12), Sussex Police have confirmed.
Man reported missing from Emsworth was last seen in Portugal
A man who has been reported missing from Emsworth was last seen in Portugal, police have said.
A27 partially blocked near Chichester after report of stalled vehicle
The A27 near Chichester is partially blocked this afternoon (Sunday, April 12).
In photos: the top ten hottest restaurants to visit in West Sussex this Sunday, according to OpenTable
There are plenty of places to go for a meal in West Sussex as residents enjoy a sunny weekend.
Major railway delays in Sussex and Surrey explained: trespass incident and passenger 'disturbance' reported
Severe disruption affected services across the Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink network in Sussex and Surrey.
'We tried to save it' - Owner of West Sussex village toy shop confirms closure of business
The owner of an East Wittering toy shop has served customers for the final time, after running the business for nearly 21 years.
The Secret Garden comes to life at Chichester Cathedral's Festival of Flowers
Visitors to this year’s Festival of Flowers at Chichester Cathedral on 3-6 June will be invited to step into a magical world inspired by the beloved classic The Secret Garden. Situated in The Lady Chapel, the space will be transformed by professional wedding florist and former Lead Designer Hannah...