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Chichester planning applications from March 25 to April 1
The following planning applications have been made to Chichester District Council between March 25 and April 1.
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South Downs planning applications from March 25 to April 1
The following planning applications have been made to South Downs National Park Authority between March 18 and March 25.
Hatch-ing a new season: Lobster Hatch set to reopen at Chichester Marina
Banish the winter blues, ditch the coats and kick-start the return of outdoor dining in Chichester this Good Friday, as the much-loved Lobster Hatch at Chichester Marina reopens for spring and summer.
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Bishop to preside at Cathedral's Easter Vigil 2026
The Bishop of Chichester, Dr Martin Warner, will lead this year's Easter Vigil with Baptism and Confirmation at Chichester Cathedral on Holy Saturday (4th April) evening at 7.30pm.
Bishop to preside and preach as diocese gathers for Holy Week
The Bishop of Chichester, Dr Martin Warner, will preside and preach at the Diocesan Chrism Eucharist at Chichester Cathedral on Wednesday April 1st (12 Noon).
A27 emergency incident: Lane closure near Chichester explained
A lane had to be closed on the A27, near Chichester, due to a 'smoking vehicle'.
Queueing traffic in West Sussex village due to construction work
Construction work is causing delays in Storrington this evening (Tuesday, March 31).
‘No means no’ – Sussex Police officer dismissed following sexual assault allegations
A Sussex Police officer has been dismissed without notice following allegations of sexual assault against another officer, according to a Sussex Police press release.
'On the edge of space' - Chichester man, 92, remembers flying on Concorde at 60,000 feet
A former Concorde cabin services director has shared first-hand insights into what it was really like to fly at 60,000 feet on the world’s most iconic aircraft.
East Dean earn a point - as Selsey win at East Preston
With players out through injury and availability it was a bare-bones East Dean who put in a valiant performance to get a point in a 2-2 West Sussex League Division 2 South draw with Midhurst and Easebourne Community.
Reader picture: Spring at West Dean Gardens
Spring has emerged with strong colours at West Dean Gardens, this year.The Cherry blossom is especially vibrant.
Cathedral peregrine lays three eggs
Three is a charm for the Cathedral’s loftiest residents. The visiting peregrine falcons can now boast two more eggs in their spire nest.
Political opinion with Jess Brown-Fuller MP: Listening to families and teachers on SEND reform
I have used many of my weekly columns since being elected to write about our broken Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system, a system that is failing children, caregivers and teachers across the country.
'Urgent repairs' - West Sussex train delays explained
A ‘track defect’ has been identified in West Sussex – and trains are subject to disruption, as a result.
Sycamore Gap tree is planted in South Downs National Park
A “Tree of Hope” grown from the iconic Sycamore Gap tree on Hadrian’s Wall has been planted in the South Downs National Park.
Police take action amid concerns over 'drug use and anti-social behaviour' at Chichester address
The police have taken action after drug use and anti-social behaviour was reported at a property in Chichester.
Selsey unites for Kelcee
Earlier this year, 17-year-old Kelcee was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, and doctors said the disease was affecting over 90 per cent of her body.
Rail passengers advised to check before they travel in parts of Sussex and South London this Easter weekend
Passengers are urged to plan ahead this Easter as essential engineering work takes place across Sussex and South London.
Spring has sprung in Boxgrove!
Boxgrove Village Hall held their first ever Spring Coffee Morning this weekend and it was a bacon-sarnie sell-out!
Chichester City are victims of a Rams raid
Goals from Alfie Paxman and TJ Jamara meant a resilient Ramsgate become the first side to do the double over Chichester City this season.