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Midhurst SEN school will open after half-term
Following a successful OFSTED inspection, Conifers House School will open from February 23.
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HM Courts Service: These are the magistrates' court results for the Chichester area from February 3 to 10, 2026
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, Crawley and Horsham from February 3 to 10, 2026.
West Sussex flooding: Council issues update on multiple road closures including A29, B2141 and B2166
A new road closure has been reported in the Chichester district, amid ongoing flooding across the county.
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Chichester planning applications from February 4 to February 11
The following planning applications have been made to Chichester District Council and South Downs National Park Authority between February 4 and February 11.
Chichester hair salon reaches final in national awards
Q Hair and Beauty has reason to celebrate as the salon has been named finalists in the hair industry’s leading national awards. The multi-award winning hair and beauty salon on North Street, Chichester, has been named ‘Finalist’ in three categories at the SB AWARDS 2026 presented by Salon Bus...
Carpenter Box hosts investment and tax seminars in Horsham and Chichester
Carpenter Box is hosting two breakfast briefings on 5 and 12 March in Horsham and Chichester for individuals and business owners keen to hear how they can best navigate the current tax and investment landscapes. Tax and financial planning experts will share clear, actionable guidance on the key ste...
Letter to the editor: The windows of Iran echo with defiance every night
The windows of Iran echo with defiance every night. Weeks after the government's massacre on 8th and 9th January, survivors still chant anti-regime slogans into the darkness, risking everything for freedom.
South Downs planning applications from February 4 to February 11
The following planning applications have been made to South Downs National Park Authority between February 4 and February 11.
AirAsia X lands at London Gatwick with new flights to popular Asian capital
London Gatwick is adding a new destination to its expanding long-haul network, with AirAsia X launching a daily flight to a popular Asian destination.
Key projects to support biodiversity identified in Chichester area
Increasing the resilience of waterbodies and coastal waters, creating and connecting habitats, and expanding tree planting and creating woodland, are some of the key aims of a biodiversity strategy that has just been published by Chichester District Council.
View spring flowers at famous Sussex woodland walk
Bates Green Garden reopens its gates to visitors later this month, showcasing an impressive array of late winter colours.
Exploring Chichester City Walls – the most intact circuit of Roman town defences in southern England
The Romans left their mark on Chichester, forming the squarish shape of the city centre and the clear cross of its four main streets.
University of Chichester academics champion women and girls in science
The University of Chichester is marking the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (11 February 2026) by celebrating the vital contribution women make to scientific discovery, research, and innovation, particularly at the University, and by encouraging the next generation of girls to pursue...
Man, 20, named and charged in connection with rape and sexual offences in West Sussex
A man, accused of rape and sexual offences in West Sussex, has been charged by Sussex Police.
North Mundham’s school choir attends Young Voices Concert at London’s O2 with support from housebuilder
North Mundham School choir recently attended London’s O2 Arena as part of the Young Voices annual event, the world’s largest children’s choir concert that brings together thousands of children from across the UK. The trip, sponsored by local housebuilder Dandara, saw the children enjoy perform...
Polo grounds resemble a lake after flooding hits Chichester district
Flooding across parts of Chichester district began to ease over the weekend, but warnings remain in place as unsettled weather continues and further rain is forecast.
‘Honoured’ Patricia returns to cathedral she helped to build 72 years ago
A 92-year-old care home resident has paid a personal visit to the cathedral she played a small part in helping to build more than 70 years ago.
Political opinion with Jess Brown-Fuller MP: Support for grassroots hockey
Last Saturday, I met with the Chichester Centurions Hockey Club, to watch a home game and hear first-hand how important grassroots hockey is to the team and our local community.
Stagecoach celebrates one million journeys on Service 500 with free Valentine’s travel
Stagecoach South is sharing the love this Valentine’s weekend by offering free travel on its popular Service 500 to thank customers and communities after reaching a major milestone, one million passenger journeys since the route launched in July 2023.
Meet the volunteers who help people in need across West Sussex to furnish their homes – helping to fight the hidden crisis of in-work poverty
Behind the doors of a closed Worthing church, a team of volunteers is busy sorting items for the home – from large furniture like beds and sofas to kitchen essentials like saucepans and crockery.