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'Every step counts' as group sets out to walk 100 miles to raise money for Chichester Foodbank
A group of Chichester residents has pledged to walk 100 miles between them in a bid to raise money for the city’s foodbank, Sussex World can report.
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Former Bognor Regis MP describes 'honour' after knighthood investiture
Nick Gibb, the former MP for Bognor Regis and Littlehampton, has described the honour of a lifetime after being knighted for his work in education.
Work on pedestrian crossing upgrade in Bognor Regis set to start next week
Work on a pedestrian crossing in Bognor Regis is set to start next week, according to West Sussex County Council.
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Chichester baby shop officially closed
JoJo Maman Bébé at 54-56 South Road has officially left the Chichester high street.
Chichester high street charity shop closes
The British Heart Foundation on 19-22 Southgate, Chichester, has officially closed.
HM Courts Service: These are the magistrates' court results for the Chichester area from June 23 to July 13, 2025
The following are the latest results contributed by HM Courts Service, for cases from the Chichester area sentenced by the Single Justice Service and West Sussex Magistrates’ Court sitting at Worthing, Crawley and Horsham from June 23 to July 13, 2025.
AI 'changes the face of warfare' Chichester Probus Club members hear
Great Britain was in a grey war with Russia and Putin could not be allowed to win, Chichester Probus Club was told at its monthly lunch meeting at Crouchers (July17).
Councils launch public survey - have your say on future of local government in West Sussex
Residents, businesses and community groups have been invited to share their views on the future of local government as part of an important survey which launched on Thursday, July 17.
Summer initiative cracks down on town centre crime and anti-social behaviour in Sussex
As Sussex gets busy this summer there will be increased activity by police and partners as Sussex joins the Safer Streets Summer town centre initiative.
New data reveals worst hotspots for Japanese knotweed in West Sussex
New data has revealed the worst hotspots for Japanese knotweed in West Sussex – and among them are the South Downs, Haywards Heath and Horsham.
Children seen with 'possible bladed article' in Selsey
Police officers were called to East Beach in Selsey on Wednesday after receiving reports of children carrying bladed articles in the area.
'Blind spot' Lorry drivers voice concerns after using Chichester Dutch-style roundabout
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Chichester primary school looks back over 60 years of education as it prepares for move to a new site
A Chichester primary school is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a move to a new site, offering more space and a more modern environment for learning.
Plans for new gypsy/traveller site in Wisborough Green
A new site for gypsy/traveller families could be established in Wisborough Green.
Final home available at Metis Homes’ exclusive Royal Green development in Easebourne, West Sussex
Metis Homes’ final home is available at its sought-after Royal Green development in the village of Easebourne, West Sussex. The four-bedroom detached house overlooking open countryside, complete with landscaped garden, car barn and premium finishes throughout, is currently available for £1,125,00...
Isthmian League fixtures revealed - 13 Sussex clubs get their season's schedules
The 2025-26 Isthmian League fixtures are out – and that means 13 Sussex clubs can plan their season’s work.
Paralympic-inspired Personal Bests event makes a successful debut in Chichester
Chichester welcomed 56 participants to its first ever Personal Bests event on Wednesday, July 16, offering an inclusive sporting experience for adults with learning disabilities.
This is why the Chichester Bid, Chichester District Council, the Festival Theatre, and the Chichester Observer are working together to celebrate the best of local business
Comment by Gary Shipton the Editor In Chief of the Chichester Observer, the Bognor Regis Observer, the Midhurst and Petworth Observer, and their sister newspapers and websites.
Sussex and Brighton receives confirmation as priority area for English devolution
The government’s devolution revolution has taken another step forward – and Sussex and Brighton is now set to get its own mayor with powers over housing, transport and other vital areas.
West Sussex traffic: road reopened after village sinkhole repaired
Work to repair a sinkhole in a West Sussex village have been completed.