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Tracy Ann Oberman Returns To EastEnders As Chrissie Watts
Actress Tracy-Ann Oberman has spoken about her emotional return to EastEnders, as her character is back on screens to “create havoc” in Albert Square..
Cold Health Alert Issued For Christmas Day
A cold health alert has been issued for Christmas Day, as forecasters said the prospect of a white Christmas was “highly unlikely”..
Flu Hospital Admissions Fall As Health Officials Warn Virus Still With Us
Hospital admissions for flu in England are falling for the first time this winter, though health officials have warned the virus is “still with us” and that infections could “bounce back” in the new year..
Tributes Paid To 13 Year Old Girl As Police Continue To Investigate Death
The family of a 13-year-old girl have said they are “heartbroken” by her death, as police continue to investigate after arresting a teenage boy on suspicion of harassment..
Passengers Face Rail Disruption During Christmas Eve Getaway
Passengers travelling home on Christmas Eve have faced travel difficulties after railway services from a major airport were disrupted because of a lack of staff..
More Shoppers Hit High Streets And Retail Parks For Late Christmas Purchases
Shoppers descended on UK high streets and retail parks to buy last-minute gifts on Christmas Eve, boosting retailers amid a challenging consumer backdrop..
More Than A Million Expected To Be Working On Christmas Day
More than one million people will be working on Christmas Day, often in low-paid jobs, according to new research..
Kings Pilgrimage Themed Christmas Message Filmed In Westminster Abbey
The King has chosen Westminster Abbey as the location for his Christmas broadcast, which will have the key theme of pilgrimage..
Pregnant Women Urged To Get Flu Vaccine As Soon As Possible
Royal Colleges representing more than 90,000 health professionals have joined forces to urge pregnant women to get their flu vaccine as soon as possible..
Jofra Archer Ruled Out Of Ashes Tour As England Dealt Fresh Blow
England’s demoralising Ashes tour lurched to a fresh low as their player of the series, Jofra Archer, was ruled out with the latest in a long line of injuries..
Baby Boy Who Has Spent The Majority Of His Life In Hospital Home For Christmas
A baby boy who has been in hospital for the majority of his life is preparing to spend his first Christmas at home after finally being discharged..
Man Accused Of Drugging And Raping Ex Wife Remanded Into Custody
A man accused of drugging and raping his ex-wife over a 13-year period has been remanded into custody, with five other men due to appear in court over alleged sex offences against her..
Injured Police Officer Wakes From Coma After Bondi Terror Attack
A police officer injured in the Bondi terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Australia has woken from a medically induced coma, his family said..
Free Prescriptions For Youngsters Leaving Care In Bid To Tackle Barriers
Young people leaving care will benefit from free prescriptions, as well as free dental and eye care, until their 25th birthday under new measures announced by the Government..
Christmas Eve Set To Be Busiest Day In 2025 For ATM Withdrawals Says Link
Christmas Eve will be the busiest day for cash machines in 2025, with nearly £370 million set to be withdrawn on December 24, ATM and cash access network Link predicts..
UK Backed Project Turning Kenya Tea Waste Into Clean Energy And Fertiliser
A UK-backed initiative is working with farmers in Kenya to turn tea waste into clean energy and fertiliser..
UK Backed Project Turning Kenya Tea Waste Into Clean Energy And Fertiliser
A UK-backed initiative is working with farmers in Kenya to turn tea waste into clean energy and fertiliser..
Barry Manilow Will Have Surgery For Cancerous Spot On Lung
Singer Barry Manilow has revealed he has a cancerous spot on his lung and will undergo surgery..
Driving Home For Christmas Singer Chris Rea Dies At 74
Singer Chris Rea, whose songs include the festive hit Driving Home For Christmas, has died at the age of 74, a spokesperson for his family said..
Artwork Thought To Be By Banksy Appears At Foot Of London Skyscraper
Two people lie on the ground looking up at a London skyscraper in the latest artwork thought to be by graffiti artist Banksy..
Local News
Paramedic becomes first woman to qualify as rope rescue instructor
Paramedic Hannah Mitchelmore is breaking boundaries as well as developing new skills to improve patient care and safety.
Côte Brasserie unveils indulgent four-course New Year’s Eve celebration menu
The countdown to New Year’s Eve has begun with the launch of Côte Brasserie’s most generous feasts both at home and in brasserie.
New platform launches to help men access private therapy more easily
A new national therapist-founded platform – Men’s Counselling Service – has launched in Brighton.
Christmas season begins with crafts, stalls and warming treats at winter event
The Ashdown Forest Centre is hosting "A Winter’s Day on Ashdown" on Saturday, December 13.
Councils unveil strategy to plant more trees and protect long-term green spaces
Adur and Worthing Councils has committed to planting more trees as part of a new policy aimed at supporting nature and enhancing urban environments.
MPs welcome pilot scheme aimed at boosting youth support and safe spaces
Hove and Portslade MP Peter Kyle and Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven MP Chris Ward have welcomed the government's new National Youth Strategy
Eastbourne MP visits care home for UK Parliament Week celebrations
Josh Babarinde OBE, MP for Eastbourne, visited Coppice Court Care Home in Eastbourne to meet residents and staff.
Historic bond with Royal Navy vessel reaffirmed in new agreement
Eastbourne Borough Council this week officially renewed its historic affiliation with His Majesty’s Ship (HMS) Puncher.
Police arrest dozens in one week as Christmas driving crackdown begins
Sussex Police has launched its Christmas crackdown on drink and drug-drivers, stepping up patrols this month.
Calls for vessel operator to foot clean up bill after containers wash up on beaches
An MP has called for a vessel operator to foot the bill for the clean up after 16 shipping containers fell overboard.
People asked to wear masks in hospitals amid 'tidal wave' of 'super flu'
Hospital staff and patients have been asked to wear masks amid a “tidal wave” or “super flu” tearing through hospitals.
Man 'hit with a pole and assaulted' on seafront
A man reported being hit with a pole and assaulted by two men on the seafront.
'Fantastic news' as pub set to reopen following fire
The Bear Inn, a pub in Burwash, East Sussex, will reopen on December 11 after a chimney fire broke out, forcing the high street to close overnight
Big decision due on 1,300 homes coming to Sussex
Chichester District Council is to consider an application for the layout and appearance of 1,300 homes given the go-ahead for Tangmere
Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to viewers: 'it is a lie. It is a scam'
Martin Lewis has issued an urgent scam warning: Any advert or social media clip with him suggesting you should invest is a scam and a lie
Restaurant serving 'naturally fast food' in city centre suddenly closes
A restaurant which branded itself as “naturally fast food” has suddenly closed
People 'feared for their safety' during city centre brawl involving gun and knife
People "feared for their safety" after a bus window was shattered by a gun and a man was hit with a bat in the city centre.
Plans submitted to demolish 'much loved' bowling alley for new leisure centre
Plans to demolish a former bowling alley to make way for a new leisure centre in Hove have been submitted
Fatboy Slim releases 'iconic' fan-favourite track with rock legends after two decades
DJ and producer Fatboy Slim has finally released a track featuring The Rolling Stones after more than two decades.
Updates as traffic lights failure causes confusion for drivers
The failure of traffic lights at a junction is causing confusion for drivers.










































