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Hadron H2’s enjoy close racing at Chichester Yacht club
A total of 24 Hadron H2’s gathered for the second open meeting of 2026, hosted at Chichester Yacht Club over the weekend of 18th & 19th April. Visitors were warmly welcomed by the 11 local H2s and as always CYC put on a great event both on and off the water. Saturday saw wall to wall sunshine ...
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“My placement helped confirm I want a career in research”
A University of Chichester student has shared how a placement with the Epilepsy Research Institute helped her decide what direction her future career will take. Rose Shorey, a third year studying BSc (Hons) Developmental and Education Psychology, recently spent a month with the research organisation...
Beer, Braids and Dads event at salon combines skills, social and charity in Chichester
Braiding a youngster’s hair can be a challenge for many dads, but Q Hair and Beauty has come up with a novel way of solving the problem. They have introduced ‘Beer, Braids and Dads’ and the very first event proved such a roaring, sell-out success that it will now take place at the award-winni...
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Chichester BID launches Chichester in Bloom to celebrate 30 years of the Festival Of Flowers
Chichester BID is bringing the city into full bloom this June, launching a new city-wide initiative to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the renowned Festival of Flowers at Chichester Cathedral.
Sussex traffic and travel: 'Severe' delays on A27; train delays between Eastbourne and Bexhill
Here’s your travel update across Sussex for the morning of Thursday, April 23.
'Inadequate capacity' - Chichester District Council and environmental group share concerns after government 'overlooks' A27 at Chichester
Members of an environmental group say it is ‘deeply frustrating’ that improvements for the A27 at Chichester ‘continue to be overlooked at a national level’ – whilst the district council has also been left ‘extremely disappointed’.
Chichester planning applications from April 15 to April 22
The following planning applications have been made to Chichester District Council and South Downs National Park Authority between April 15 and April 22.
Chichester care home hosts surgery for Jess Brown-Fuller MP
On 17 April, Jess Brown-Fuller MP had the opportunity to host a surgery at Lakeview Grange care home in Chichester, providing an exciting opportunity for constituents to voice their concerns to their Member of Parliament.
South Downs planning applications from April 15 to April 22
The following planning applications have been made to South Downs National Park Authority between April 15 and April 22.
Chichester care home residents hitting the right notes
A care home in Chichester has struck the right chord by launching a dementia choir ahead of Music Therapy Week.
TV personality and dressage rider Gemma Owen to race in Markel Magnolia Cup
TV personality Gemma Owen will be participating in the 2026 Markel Magnolia Cup. The prestigious charity event at Goodwood Racecourse will take place on Thursday 30 July during Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar.
Chichester barn can be turned into a gym
Plans to change the use of a barn in Donnington into a gym have been approved by Chichester District Council.
Sussex traffic and travel: 'Severe' delays on A27; temporary traffic lights on A21
Here’s your travel update across Sussex for the morning of Wednesday, April 22.
New 24/7 bus service to provide direct link between Eastbourne and Gatwick Airport, via Hailsham, Uckfield and other Sussex towns
Metrobus has announced the introduction of a new 24/7 bus service to provide a ‘direct and enhanced’ bus link between Eastbourne and Gatwick Airport.
Community invited to help shape new exhibition at The Novium Museum
The Novium Museum in Chichester is inviting local people to help shape a new exhibition about the lives and achievements of women connected to Chichester District.
Junior Mayor for the Day - Kingsham Primary pupils step into civic life
On Wednesday 15 April, the Mayor of Chichester, Councillor Sean McHale, welcomed three pupils from Kingsham Primary School to take part in Junior Mayor for the Day, an annual City Council tradition that offers local children a unique insight into the role and responsibilities of the Mayor.
Chichester Lions to host free PSA tests
Chichester Lions are pleased to announce that they are working with PCaSO Prostate Cancer Support Organisation and Chichester Masonic Centre to provide a prostate PSA testing day on Saturday 6th June. The event will be in the Masonic Centre, 7 South Pallant, Chichester PO19 1SY from 10am, for all me...
Political opinion with Jess Brown-Fuller MP: Residents deserve clean rivers, not sewage spills
Last week, I met with the Environment Agency to discuss its recent inspections of Southern Water’s wastewater assets, which resulted in the company being issued with over 400 improvement actions across all its sites.
Sage House celebrates 8th birthday with week of community events in Tangmere
A dementia support charity in Tangmere is inviting the local community to join in a week of celebrations this May, marking its 8th birthday with a series of fundraising events.
Chichester District Foodbank: Stress Awareness Week
This April, as the Stress Management Society marks Stress Awareness Month and encourages people to #BeTheChange, it’s a timely reminder that many in our community are carrying pressures that aren’t always visible, and that even small acts of support can make a real difference. At Chichester Dist...