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New 24/7 bus service to provide direct link between Eastbourne and Gatwick Airport, via Hailsham, Uckfield and other Sussex towns
Metrobus has announced the introduction of a new 24/7 bus service to provide a ‘direct and enhanced’ bus link between Eastbourne and Gatwick Airport.
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Community invited to help shape new exhibition at The Novium Museum
The Novium Museum in Chichester is inviting local people to help shape a new exhibition about the lives and achievements of women connected to Chichester District.
Junior Mayor for the Day - Kingsham Primary pupils step into civic life
On Wednesday 15 April, the Mayor of Chichester, Councillor Sean McHale, welcomed three pupils from Kingsham Primary School to take part in Junior Mayor for the Day, an annual City Council tradition that offers local children a unique insight into the role and responsibilities of the Mayor.
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Chichester Lions to host free PSA tests
Chichester Lions are pleased to announce that they are working with PCaSO Prostate Cancer Support Organisation and Chichester Masonic Centre to provide a prostate PSA testing day on Saturday 6th June. The event will be in the Masonic Centre, 7 South Pallant, Chichester PO19 1SY from 10am, for all me...
Political opinion with Jess Brown-Fuller MP: Residents deserve clean rivers, not sewage spills
Last week, I met with the Environment Agency to discuss its recent inspections of Southern Water’s wastewater assets, which resulted in the company being issued with over 400 improvement actions across all its sites.
Sage House celebrates 8th birthday with week of community events in Tangmere
A dementia support charity in Tangmere is inviting the local community to join in a week of celebrations this May, marking its 8th birthday with a series of fundraising events.
Chichester District Foodbank: Stress Awareness Week
This April, as the Stress Management Society marks Stress Awareness Month and encourages people to #BeTheChange, it’s a timely reminder that many in our community are carrying pressures that aren’t always visible, and that even small acts of support can make a real difference. At Chichester Dist...
Thrilling demonstrations pay tribute to two racing legends at Goodwood Members' Meeting
Thrilling demonstrations paid tribute to the remarkable careers of James Hunt and Barry Sheene, bringing 1970s motorsport to life, at the 83rd Members’ Meeting at Goodwood.
Pagham put five past Guernsey – Infinity gearing up for play-offs
Pagham produced a dominant display at The Covers Arena to defeat Guernsey 5-0, condemning the top-five visitors to one of their heaviest defeats of the season.
Dean reach Cup Final
Dean put in a dominating performance to reach the Bareham Trophy Cup Final
Chichester give Bognor a scare in enthralling derby
Chichester took a four-try bonus point but Bognor – visiting their neighbours for the first time in 17 years – continued their promotion push in front of Oaklands Park’s largest crowd since 2014.
Political opinion: Jess Brown-Fuller MP backs Lib Dem call for 'No Doctors, No Development'
Jess Brown-Fuller MP has launched a petition backing the Liberal Democrats' proposed 'No Doctors, No Development' policy, which would require that sufficient GP capacity be confirmed and funded before new housing developments are permitted to begin construction.
Sussex traffic and travel: 'Severe' delays on A27; A280 Long Furlong closed for 10 days
Here’s your travel update across Sussex for the morning of Tuesday, April 21.
A285 Duncton: 'Head-on collision' under investigation
A ‘head-on collision’ on the A285 in West Sussex is under investigation.
Unprovoked attack outside Tesco Express leaves man in 40s seriously injured
A man has been seriously injured in an attack over the weekend
SECAmb chief executive steps down after three years
South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SECAmb) has thanked chief executive Simon Weldon for his leadership.
Four May racedays will begin Goodwood’s 2026 racing season in style
Horse racing returns to Goodwood in May as the scenic Sussex racecourse launches its 2026 season with two great two-day fixtures: the Season Opener (May 1 and 2) and May Festival (22 and 23).
A259 near Chichester partially blocked after report of stalled vehicle
The A259 near Chichester is partially blocked this evening (Monday, April 20), it has been reported.
'Dial 999 immediately' - Police continue to search for wanted man in Sussex
The police have issued a renewed appeal, to locate a wanted man with links across Sussex.
Chichester Junior Mayor for the Day visits Tangmere Military Aviation Museum
On Wednesday 15 April 2026, Phoebe the Chichester Junior Mayor for the day, together with her accompanying party including the Mayor, Councillor Sean McHale, visited Tangmere Military Aviation Museum. The visit was part of a day of events to give the children an idea of the civic duties undertaken b...