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Picture special as Sussex youngsters enjoy rugby cup action supported by Prem clubs

Budding rugby players – including many from Sussex clubs – enjoyed a memorable day out at renowned Surrey Sports Park for the Defender Rising Stars Cup in partnership with PREM Rugby.

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New firefighters join West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service

Seven new on-call firefighters have joined West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service after successfully completing their initial two-week training course.

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Tens of thousands of illicit goods seized across Sussex in national intensification period

Sussex Police have announced that officers have seized ‘a large quantity of illicit cigarettes, tobacco and illegal vapes’ from premises across the county after a month-long operation.

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Family lifestyle brand set to return to Chichester

Family lifestyle brand Joules is heading back to Chichester’s East Street, it has been revealed.

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New Climate Action Network brings communities together to help tackle climate change across Chichester district

Chichester District Council has officially launched the Chichester District Climate Action Network, which aims to bring people together to strengthen the impact of local climate initiatives. The network was launched during a successful Carbon Literacy training event held on Monday 10 November, coinc...

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Support Oxmarket Contemporary — become a Friend today!

Help Us Keep Art Alive in the Heart of Chichester. Oxmarket Contemporary has been championing local and emerging artists for decades, offering an affordable, welcoming space where creativity can flourish. As a charity delivering around 45 exhibitions every year, we’re proud to bring an extraordina...

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West Sussex: A272 speed limit proposal and multiple road closures announced

There are new traffic measures, speed limit changes and temporary road closures proposed.

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Sidlesham WI meeting report, Wednesday 12th November2025

The meeting started promptly at 2.15 p.m. when the president led the group with a rousing rendition of Jerusalem. Following this, finance was discussed by Judy, the Treasurer, and arrangements were made for both the November and Christmas Lunch Bunch. Ann, the Secretary, told members she would come...

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Van and motorbike collide on road outside Chichester; man taken to hospital

The emergency services were called to a collision outside Chichester on Friday morning (November 14).

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Alzheimer’s research examined in free lecture at University of Chichester

Join Professor Nat Milton at his inaugural lecture at the University of Chichester on 27 November, as he discusses the discoveries that have shaped Alzheimer’s disease research and the new possibilities for treatment.

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Hieroglyphics documented ancient history: Chichester Probus Club members enjoy talk in Ancient Egypt

The ancient Egyptians devised a way to document thousands of years of history before the pyramids were built, members of Chichester Probus Club were told at their recent meeting.

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'A real foodie destination' - New farm shop to open at iconic Chichester city centre site

A brand new farm shop is set to open in the centre of Chichester.

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Chichester pub gains platinum in Loo of the Year awards

A Chichester pub has won acclaim for the quality and standards of its toilets – in the Loo of the Year Awards 2025.

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Infinity push FA Vase holders all the way

Infinity FC are reflecting on one of their biggest days – and one on which they were close to upsetting FA Vase holders Whitstable Town.

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Chichester trustee’s delight as charity gets King’s Award for Voluntary Service

A Chichester trustee has expressed his delight at charity HOPE for Epilepsy being honoured with The King’s Awards for Voluntary Service.

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Two local heroes chosen to switch on Chichester’s Christmas lights

Chichester BID is delighted to announce that this year’s Light Up Chichester local heroes are Wendy Wheelan, a volunteer marshall for the city’s Junior Parkrun, and seven-year-old Samuel “SuperSam” Bezants whose remarkable courage and positivity have inspired the local community.

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Young Chichester athletes keep up fine cross country form at Stanmer Park

On a perfect day for cross country running, Chichester’s juniors gave another excellent all-round performance at Stanmer Park, Brighton, in the second round of this year’s Sussex Cross Country League.

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‘Unbelievably good’ – Chichester City players praised for fine Isthmian form

Miles Rutherford has praised Chichester City’s squad for a solid set of results that have followed the resumption of their hectic schedule.

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Reader's photo: A blaze of colour

A variety of flowers.

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Chichester showcases pioneering projects

Chichester’s second Festival of Research proved to be a great success, with visitors and participants praising the innovative and positive projects included in the event.