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Chichester: British Heart Foundation store announces 'closing down sale'
The British Heart Foundation on 19-22 Southgate, Chichester, has announced a closing-down sale.

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West Sussex Home Care Trust becomes employee-owned
Hilton Home Care has relaunched in West Sussex, becoming an employee-owned trust.


How a visually impaired hiker from West Sussex inspires thousands of followers to enjoy the natural world
Peter Stewart never really thought about hiking until his vision started to fail.

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Sussex Police officer dismissed after abusing his position for a sexual purpose
A Sussex Police officer has been dismissed without notice after he abused his position to pursue a sexual relationship with a member of the public.


Chichester: Independent coffee shop on East Street closes for refurbishment
A coffee shop in Chichester has shut its doors to conduct refurbishment works.


Watercress farm near Chichester can be turned into a glamping site
Plans to turn a former watercress farm into a glamping site have been approved by Chichester District Council.


West Sussex traffic: Chichester weekend street closures to cause delays
There is set to be multiple street closures in Chichester this weekend.


A touch of magic! Chichester care home to explore county’s mythical history
A care home is inviting the Chichester community to delve into Sussex folklore and legends at a special event.


Chichester: Turkish restaurant listed for sale after two years on high street
A Turkish restaurant in Chichester has been put up for sale.


Officers from Sussex Police and Surrey Police join nationwide campaign to tackle ‘fatal five’ road offences
Officers from Surrey Police and Sussex Police will join a nationwide campaign to tackle the ‘fatal five’ causes of collisions on our roads.


Spring fun in Chichester: local Neighbourhood Officer brings new model to life
Residents at Liberator Place recently enjoyed a vibrant spring event hosted by The Hyde Group, marking a milestone in delivering its Neighbourhoods and Specialist Housing service – a neighbourhood operating model, which launched last January to foster closer connections with its residents and comm...


This is how much a beach hut in Sussex will cost you
A timber built beach hut with panoramic views of the coast and South Downs has gone on the market for £39,000.

Final unit now let at Chichester Trade Centre
Flude Property Consultants, acting alongside joint agents SHW, has successfully completed the letting of Unit 11 at Chichester Trade Centre. The latest transaction marks a significant milestone, with the estate now fully let for the first time in over three years.

The Sussex tree that pre-dates the Norman Conquest
A yew tree in a Sussex village churchyard is 1,600 and was growing well before the Battle of Hastings.


Man who stole £25,000 worth of items from Boots stores across Sussex, Devon & Cornwall and South Wales charged
A man who stole £25,000 worth of items from Boots stores across England and Wales – including several in Sussex – has been charged, police have said.


Sussex town to hold Summer Shark Party for 50th anniversary of Jaws
A Summer Shark Party at a Hastings venue will include a screening of the film Jaws which turns 50 this year.


See inside this £3 million mansion you can win for just a tenner
Raffle House’s latest Dream Home draw is offering up a luxurious £3m countryside mansion near Chichester – complete with koi pond, orangery, and sweeping South Downs views.


Chichester councillor officially opens Bracklesham housing development
A brand new housing development in Bracklesham has been officially declared open by the Chair of Chichester District Council last week.


Pet owners delay treatment to avoid spiralling vet bills
Many pet owners are aware that a trip to the vet can be expensive. This has led to an increasing number of pet owners delaying or avoiding treatment for their pets to avoid spiralling vet bills. The BBC's recent coverage of the rising cost of veterinary care highlighted that this may be due to overc...


Energy efficiency, recycling apps and sustainability ambassadors all part of University of Chichester's carbon reduction plan
The University of Chichester has made serious progress on reducing its carbon footprint through various projects in the last year.
