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Steam trains will make Christmas market journeys through West Sussex in December
Steam trains will be making their way through West Sussex as they carry passengers to the Christmas market in Bath.
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Chichester planning applications from November 19 to November 26
The following planning applications have been made to Chichester District Council between November 19 and November 26.
South Downs planning applications from November 19 to 26
The following planning applications have been made to South Downs National Park Authority between November 19 and November 26.
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Festive parking offers at Chichester District car parks to help support businesses and local events
Residents and visitors to Chichester District will once more be able to enjoy a series of parking offers over the Christmas period.
Chichester nurse honoured for her extraordinary compassion beyond the hospital
A senior nurse education fellow, Jazz Tatem-Harrison from St Richard's Hospital in Chichester, has been named Star of the Month for her exceptional actions, caring for a young person in a road accident.
Donate to UKHarvest’s Big Give Christmas Challenge to help feed people in need
In the last year, UKHarvest have rescued 641 tonnes of healthy and nutritious food from going to waste. Through this food rescue, the charity has redistributed 1,510,000 meals worth of food to communities across West Sussex. That’s 1,510,000 meals worth of nutritious food that was destined for the...
In 16 pictures: Is this the most impressive Christmas lights display in rural Sussex?
The villagers of Westfield, near Hastings, have been lighting up the village every December since 1975 and have raised more than £123,500 for local charities in that time.
'It drew quite a crowd' - Irony was not lost on Chichester shoppers as feline becomes stranded on top of cat rescue centre
Irony climbed to new heights – quite literally – in Chichester city centre, when a cat became stranded on top of the very building dedicated to rescuing felines.
Date set for Runcton solar farm appeal
A hearing is to be held after Chichester District Council’s refusal of plans to build a solar farm in Runcton was appealed.
New inclusive community café opens in Chichester city centre
‘Every cup of coffee purchased helps us increase opportunities for young adults with different abilities’, say Boardwalk Cafe.
Worthing chef wins prestigious national award for fifth year running
A Worthing chef is celebrating after winning a prestigious best chef title.
West Sussex mother swan killed after dog attack sparks village outrage
A mother swan has died after a harbour dog attack.
Mayor of Bognor Regis' Weekly Briefing: Cheques awarded to local youth organisations
It was my pleasure earlier this week, to present cheques to some of the youth organisations the Town Council have this year supported with funding, through the Youth and Young Persons budget.
Trading clutter for kindness: Why Chichester charity's 'Gifts of Hope' are the smartest present under the tree
In an effort to ditch the stress, not the sentiment, Chichester based charity Children on the Edge are offering ‘Gifts of Hope’ to help with your Christmas shopping this year. With six life changing gifts to choose from, and options to suit all budgets, this is a quick and easy way to tick off y...
Further funding will continue to put Chichester District on the map as a tourist destination
A strong commitment to boosting local tourism has been demonstrated by Chichester District Council after it agreed to continue providing funding for promotional activities across the district.
Payne turns pro as rise to boxing fame continues
Boxer Megan Payne has turned pro – just a couple of years after her first amateur bout.
Chichester planning roundup: major road closure could last until March 2026
West Sussex County Council has issued a series of traffic and regulatory notices affecting routes across the Chichester district.
Political opinion with Jess Brown-Fuller MP: We must protect our local businesses
The build-up to this year’s Budget has certainly been gloomy, with businesses and residents telling me everything feels quite bleak. I am writing this the day before Rachel Reeves delivers her Budget in the House of Commons and, even with all the leaks in the build-up, MPs find out what is announc...
'Huge significance' - Chichester backs fresh funding for visitor growth
Chichester District Council has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening local tourism by agreeing to continue funding promotional work across the area.
Heathrow: Third runway a step closer as Transport Secretary confirms Heathrow Airport Limited’s proposal will be basis for expansion
A third runway at Heathrow is another step closer to take off by 2035, as the Transport Secretary confirms that Heathrow Airport Limited’s (HAL’s) proposal will be used as the scheme to progress the project.