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• Man dies in flat fire as police and firefighters investigate

  14-04-2025 12:39 via theargus.co.uk
  
  A man has died following a fire at a flat in Upperton Road, Eastbourne
  
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• Airport is a step closer to opening another runway after latest announcement

  25-04-2025 17:35 via theargus.co.uk
  
  London Gatwick responded positively to the Secretary of State for Transport’s letter stating she is “minded to grant consent” for the northern runway
  
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• Two teens robbed and assaulted by group of youths near Horror Hotel on pier

  25-04-2025 17:30 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Two 13-year-old boys were approached and surrounded by a group of youths in the Brighton Pier on February 9 at 1pm.
  
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• DWP payment changes for benefits and pensions May Bank holidays 2025

  25-04-2025 17:17 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit, PIP and other benefits may be affected by changes due to the two May bank holidays
  
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• Busy road partially blocked as gravel truck rolls over

  25-04-2025 17:07 via theargus.co.uk
  
  AA is currently reporting heavy traffic on the B2192 as a gravel truck rolled over near Shortgate Lane both ways in Halland.
  
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• MP calls for toxic weedkiller to be banned across the UK

  25-04-2025 17:00 via theargus.co.uk
  
  A Brighton MP has said banning toxic weedkillers could support swifts, starlings, and toads in towns and cities
  
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• Disability campaigner on why he wants to be the next city councillor

  25-04-2025 16:47 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Eight candidates are standing in a by-election in Westbourne and Poets’ Corner for a seat on Brighton and Hove City Council on Thursday 1 May
  
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• M&S 'truly sorry' as it pauses online and app orders following cyber attack

  25-04-2025 15:52 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Marks and Spencer (M&S) has warned customers they have paused all online and app orders following a cyber attack.
  
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• Plan unveiled for direct train from Brighton to Birmingham and Newcastle

  25-04-2025 15:45 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Arriva Group said the trains would run under its Grand Central brand and call at York, Sheffield, Birmingham New Street, Oxford, Reading and Gatwick airport
  
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• Police officer dismissed after using racist and offensive language

  25-04-2025 15:31 via theargus.co.uk
  
  A former Sussex police officer has been dismissed after he made racist and offensive language towards a fellow officer while they were off duty.
  
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• Helicopter lands in park to respond to emergency

  25-04-2025 14:38 via theargus.co.uk
  
  The helicopter landed in Buckingham Park, Shoreham this morning in response to a "medical incident"
  
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• Man stole £100,000 from elderly people in worst case of fraud judge has seen

  25-04-2025 13:42 via theargus.co.uk
  
  A 30-year-old man has been sentenced after targeting elderly vulnerable people in a £100,000 fraud
  
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• Historic bingo hall to reopen and is hiring staff

  25-04-2025 13:33 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Deluxe Bingo Hastings reopens in June 2025 after refurbishment. New roles now available, including bingo host, assistant manager and catering supervisor.
  
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• Who Wants To Be A Millionaire return date confirmed (and it's just days away)

  25-04-2025 11:25 via theargus.co.uk
  
  New episodes of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, hosted by Jeremy Clarkson, will begin airing on May 4 it has been revealed.
  
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• Martin Lewis gives scam warning about DWP state pension changes

  25-04-2025 11:25 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Martin Lewis is warning about scams which prey on women affected by state pension changes
  
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• Hidden Gems: Exploring London's less known charities in stunning buildings

  25-04-2025 11:00 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Hidden Gems: Exploring London's less known charities in stunning buildings
  
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• 'No hiding' for water company bosses who face two years in prison for sewage

  25-04-2025 10:41 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Water company bosses face up to two years in prison if they cover up illegal sewage spills under new laws coming into force on Friday.
  
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• Young smokers and drinkers issued urgent '36 years' warning from doctors

  25-04-2025 10:40 via theargus.co.uk
  
  The effects of smoking, drinking too much and not exercising enough are felt by the age of 36, researchers have warned.
  
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• New Starbucks summer menu items - and how to try them a week early

  25-04-2025 10:37 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Summer starts at Starbucks this week with new types of Frappuccino, food items and a Refresha borrowed from the US menu
  
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• Check your pension payments as £800m of DWP state pensions underpaid

  25-04-2025 10:36 via theargus.co.uk
  
  More than £800 million of state pension underpayments has been identified in a correction exercise, and they're not finished yet
  
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• HMRC is urging parents to claim up to £2,000 a year - are you eligible?

  25-04-2025 10:33 via theargus.co.uk
  
  HMRC is urging parents to claim £2,000 in a new campaign. Here's how to see if you are eligible, and how to apply.
  
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• UK set for 'mini heatwave' as BBC forecasters predict temperatures of 27 degrees

  25-04-2025 10:26 via theargus.co.uk
  
  The UK is set for a 'mini heatwave' with BBC forecasters predicting temperatures of 27 degrees - see when it arrives and how long it will last.
  
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• Three bodies discovered in Sussex in just over a week

  25-04-2025 10:14 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Emergency services recovered three bodies in Sussex in just over a week
  
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• Inquest opens into nurse who died after being hit by BMW

  25-04-2025 09:36 via theargus.co.uk
  
  A nurse killed when she was struck by a car while walking with her family died from injuries to her head and spine, an inquest heard
  
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• Body found during search for a man not seen for two weeks

  25-04-2025 08:40 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Sadly the body of a unidentified man was found in Littlehampton on Thursday evening (24 April).
  
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• Bid to stop lorries and buses using street as they damage historic buildings

  25-04-2025 06:33 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Calls to stop large vehicles from using a weight-limited road in Bexhill are set to go in front of a senior county councillor next week.
  
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• Households at risk of homelessness to join housing register more quickly

  25-04-2025 06:24 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Brighton Council has made new changes to the social housing and will prioritise those at risk of homelessness.
  
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• Sussex Police to review strip search policy after gender ruling

  25-04-2025 06:17 via theargus.co.uk
  
  In a statement Sussex Police said: “Sussex Police is considering the impact of this case on its policies and practices, which will require review of the full ruling in consultation with and on direction received from the National Police Chiefs’ Council.”
  
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• Dozens of violent incidents reported against traffic wardens

  25-04-2025 06:15 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Brighton and Hove City Council traffic wardens to wear body cameras
  
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• Thousands step into 1214 at Arundel Castle’s Easter Medieval Festival

  25-04-2025 06:09 via theargus.co.uk
  
  After a packed Easter weekend, Arundel Castle’s Medieval Festival returns May 24–26 with thrilling 15th-century battles, Kids Battles, and live re-enactments.
  
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