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Clean-up scaled back as debris levels fall along West Sussex coast
Significant progress continues to be made in the clean-up operation along the West Sussex coastline.
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Southbourne furniture factory could be replaced by 21 unit business park
A furniture factory at Southbourne could be replaced by a 21 unit business park if plans get approval.
Flood warnings still in effect for West Sussex as river levels remain high
Flood warnings remain in force for parts of West Sussex, with rivers running high following recent rainfall.
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'Flooding, fallen trees and potholes' - Highways teams tackle effects of 'extreme weather' in West Sussex
Emergency crews have been working around the clock to keep roads open as storms, flooding and freezing temperatures batter the transport network in West Sussex.
Chichester rescue centre encourages animal lovers to consider leaving a gift in their will
The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre is asking supporters and animal lovers to consider leaving a gift in their will to help secure the future of animals in need.
Local professionals attend networking breakfast at Chichester care home
Marriott House & Lodge Care Home, located in the heart of Chichester, recently welcomed local professionals to their quarterly Breakfast Meeting.
‘Do not approach him’ – Police launch manhunt for prison absconder with ‘links to Surrey, Sussex, Croydon’
Police have launched a manhunt for a prison absconder who has links to Surrey, Sussex and Croydon, according to a Thames Valley Police press release.
Making waves: Chichester College student joins Team GB for World Waterski Championships
Chichester College student Willow Skipsey has made a spectacular splash on the world stage, earning a coveted spot on Team GB at the IWWF World Under-17 Waterski Championships.
A27 closure between Worthing and Arundel expected to last two weeks
Part of the A27 is to be closed between Worthing and Arundel, while contractors carry out cabling over a period of two weeks in February.
Emsworth man jailed for 'four burglaries' in Hampshire and Surrey and breaching Criminal Behaviour Order
An Emsworth man has been jailed for 'four burglaries' in Hampshire and Surrey and breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order, according to a Surrey Police press release.
Two people taken to hospital after collision in Bognor
Two people have been hospitalised after a collision in Bognor.
Government confirms £250m investment in new Sussex cancer centre
A quarter-of-a-billion-pound investment in healthcare has been confirmed by the Government and New Hospitals Programme to build a new regional Centre of Excellence for cancer care in Sussex.
Cotty clinches first Formula 4 podium place
Rising star Emily Cotty scored her first podium in Formula 4 competition in race two of the UAE4 season-opening round at Abu Dhabi.
Chichester care home resident donates hand-knitted hats to local maternity unit
As part of Dovecote View's activity session 'Knit & Natter', residents have been making hand knitted baby hats to donate to St Richard's Hospital.
Southern Water customers’ bills set to rise again in April
Southern Water customers' bills are to increase from April.
New Spanish-inspired padel club set to open in Chichester
A brand-new padel club is set to open in Chichester this February, bringing one of Europe’s fastest-growing sports to the area.
Smithers makes cross country history for Chichester Runners
It was a red letter day for Chichester Runners and AC at the South of England Cross Country Championships where a squad of 20 of the club’s top juniors had their best ever day – capped by an individual gold medal for Molly Smithers, the first in the club’s 42-year history.
Huge field expected for Chichester 10k at Goodwood
This Sunday sees one of the highlights of the Sussex road running year when some 1,700 runners of all ages descend on the Goodwood Motor Circuit for the Chichester 10k.
Chichester pub appeals to residents: 'I need your help'
The West Sussex city pub has issued a public appeal for support.
Platform One to feature in BBC Radio 6 Music live broadcast
Students from Platform One, the University of Chichester’s partner college, will be heard on BBC Radio 6 Music this Monday, 26 January, as part of the station’s Teatime Sessions show.