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£4 million house is up for grabs in East Preston prize draw sponsored by Eddie Redmayne - here's what life in the village is like
A beachside property worth £4 million is up for grabs as part of a new prize draw in East Preston– but what is life in the village really like?

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Temporary Chichester hospital mortuary to be built while RAAC concrete replaced
A temporary mortuary can be built at St Richard’s Hospital in Chichester while a new roof is installed to replace RAAC concrete.


Bognor and Littlehampton set for Hampshire and Surrey trips - and Sussex's SCFL premier sides are Guernsey-bound
Sussex’s non-league football teams have been given their divisions and opponents for next season – and there are new destinations on the itinerary for many.

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Rolls-Royce presents cheque to 2024 house charity, the Aldingbourne Trust
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars presented a cheque for over £23,000 to Aldingbourne Trust, its House Charity for 2024. The funds were raised by staff at the Home of Rolls-Royce, through numerous individual endeavours and team events.


Councillor Sean McHale elected as Chichester's new mayor
On Wednesday, 14 May 2025, Chichester City Council hosted its prestigious Annual Mayor Making Event, officially electing Councillor Sean McHale as the new Mayor of Chichester.


Adorable peregrine falcon eggs hatch at Chichester Cathedral
The first peregrine falcon eggs in over a year have hatched at Chichester Cathedral, new pictures show.


25 pictures from Fontwell Park's latest evening jump racing fixture
The sun went in but plenty of racegoers came out for Fontwell Park’s latest evening jumps card.


In pictures: Adorable birds and animals being cared for by Sussex RSPCA Centre
The RSPCA’s Mallydams woodland centre has had a busy period caring for everything from baby birds to fox cubs.


Chichester’s young athletes shine at county track and field championships
A squad of 15 Chichester Runners athletes made quite an impression at the Sussex Track and Field Championships at Crawley – with virtually every success coming in the junior age groups.


Famous Sussex Bluebell Walk ends with 26 charities benefitting
Around 20,000 visitors enjoyed the annual Arlington Bluebell Walk and Farm Trail, which opened from April 4 until May 8.


Review: Chichester Festival Theatre unveils The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry - this is why I was texting friends to buy tickets at the end of the first night
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry is a new musical based on the novel by Rachel Joyce. Gary Shipton was in the audience to give his verdict.


West Wittering Beach celebrates double award win for 2025 – Blue Flag and Seaside Awards underscore excellence
West Wittering Estate is thrilled to announce its continued success in achieving both the prestigious Blue Flag and the Seaside Awards for 2025. These accolades firmly position the popular West Sussex destination as one of the UK’s premier beaches, recognising its unwavering commitment to high env...


HM Courts Service: These are the magistrates' court results for the Chichester area from April 28 to May 14, 2025
The following are the latest results contributed by HM Courts Service, for cases from the Chichester area sentenced by West Sussex Magistrates’ Court sitting at Worthing, Crawley and Horsham from April 28 to May 14, 2025.


Sunday Times Rich List 2025: Sir Paul McCartney maintains billionaire status, Brighton chairman enjoys £5m rise
Sussex resident Sir Paul McCartney and Brighton & Hove Albion chairman Tony Bloom have seen their respective personal fortunes rise, according to this year’s edition of the Sunday Times Rich List.


Protected Chichester tree can be felled, appeal inspector rules
A tree in a Chichester garden can be chopped down, an appeal inspector has ruled.


Chichester care team Marks VE Day with heartwarming community celebration
Last week, our Chichester team at Guardian Angel Carers brought the community together for a touching VE Day celebration at our Eastgate Square office. The event was a joyful afternoon filled with warmth, laughter, and meaningful connection.


Watch This: Feeding time for newly-hatched peregrine falcons at Chichester Cathedral
It’s feeding time for newly-hatched peregrine falcons in this adorable new video, sent in by Chichester Cathedral.


Cotswold Outdoor announces partnership With Goodwoof Festival in Sussex
Cotswold Outdoor, part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group, has renewed its partnership with the Goodwoof Festival, taking place on the 17th and 18th May at the Goodwood House in West Sussex. Kicking off this weekend, the festival is the ultimate dog-friendly day out, and the team will be welcoming vis...


Chichester District Council launches online booking for its MOT service
Chichester District Council has launched a new online booking system for its trusted and independent MOT service at: www.chichester.gov.uk/mot.


Reader picture: Paddle boarders gliding by
A solitary blackbird watches this interesting scene.
