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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
Teaching Britishness: What happens when a councillor meets a classroom
Has anyone ever had it in for you? There are signs - someone leaks the budget just before you’re about to stand up in front of a million people is one.
Sussex village inn with 'star quality' named among UK's best at 'hotel Oscars'
The Good Hotel Guide has revealed the winners of its Cesar Awards, picking out the best hotels of the year for 2026.
New policy aims to make council debt collection fairer and more humane
Each year, Brighton and Hove City Council collects more than £500 million in council tax, fees and charges to fund more than 700 key local services for residents.
Terre à Terre serving up festive and party menus this Christmas
This Christmas, celebrate the season at Brighton’s Terre à Terre, where a flavour-filled menu of festive treats awaits.
Popular café and bakery chain opens in shopping centre
Muffin Break, the popular café-bakery brand known for its freshly baked goods and handcrafted coffee, was set to open a brand-new café in Crawley this October
Striking photos capture dramatic sunset over Bognor Regis beach
These striking images showcase a sunset unfolding over Bognor Regis beach.
From camellias to agave, the garden puts on a winter surprise show
The other day, I went out to take some photographs in the garden and came across a wonderful sight
Join the Christmas sea swim at Shoreham’s Kingston Beach this weekend
Join Shoreham RNLI on Sunday on Kingston Beach for a bracing sea dip for charity.
Medical student receives scholarship for academic excellence and support
A medical student from Brighton says a prestigious Academic Scholarship award reinforces her commitment to becoming the very best doctor she can be.
Report reveals rising need as 1,500 children helped with food weekly
An annual report on emergency food support in Brighton and Hove has found that 1,500 children in the city were supported per week in 2025.
Openreach calls on Seaford homes to connect to full fibre network
More than 9,000 homes and businesses in the town can already upgrade to Full Fibre, but so far less than 40 per cent have made the switch
Fatboy Slim to headline all-day finale at UK’s biggest family festival
Fatboy Slim also known as Norman Cook, will close out Camp Bestival 2026 with a full-day main stage takeover on Sunday, August 2.
Controversial plans for 5G mast that was put in the wrong place are rejected
Councillors have turned down controversial proposals tied to a 5G mast in Lewes, marking the next step in a long-running planning saga.
Gatwick Airport objects to plans for 3,000 new homes
Gatwick Airport Limited (GAL) has objected to plans to build thousands of homes west of Ifield.
Spectacular bubble show set to take place in city
A spectacular bubble show is set to take place in the city
Customers buying wine from a hair salon 'could become victims of crime'
Customers buying wine from a hair salon could become victims of crime, a licensing panel heard during a hearing on Tuesday, December 2
Plans submitted to open cafe in agricultural barn on farm
Plans have been submitted to open a cafe in The Dutch Barn at Blackham Court Farm, Withyham, East Sussex, near Priory Park Business Centre
Snacking, quaffing and chatting at La Tapa Loca
I’m always up for tapas so when I was meandering from Hove to Brighton in early Autumn, La Tapa Loca immediately caught my eye and went onto my ‘must-do’ list.
Town centre pub could be set for makeover if plans are approved
Duke of Devonshire, a Mitchells and Butlers pub in central Eastbourne, East Sussex, could be getting an external makeover with new signage
'Extreme disappointment' as plans for 190 homes on farmland to go ahead
An MP said she is “extremely disappointed” after the refusal of plans for 190 homes on farmland was overturned










































