Movie role for Louisa
Hastings actor Louisa Faye has landed a role in the sequel movie Bandit Hound 11, playing opposite Lou Ferringo and Judd Nelson.Louisa, 26, who moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dream of becoming a...
View ArticleUpdated: Accident on the A23 near Gatwick Airport cleared
One of the main routes from Gatwick Airport was closed because of an accident this lunchtime (Saturday, September 5).The A23 was shut southbound between the Lowfield Heath roundabout and the Fleming...
View ArticleTop marks for Ark as pupils improve
Hastings Ark Blacklands Primary Academy has been given a major boost after recent statistics revealed that it is in the top five out of 14 primary schools improving faster than the national average.The...
View ArticleTread the boards at Hastings Pier in July
Would you like to tread the boards of Hastings Pier? This could be your chance!Thanks to funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund, Hastings Pier Charity is offering the opportunity for a local community...
View ArticleHeritage Lottery Fund backs church project
The Church of St John sub Castro in Lewes has received initial support from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for the second phase of its current repair project. The money will not only complete...
View ArticleHistoric building to village hub
Turning a 15th century building into a vibrant village hub - the Courtyard Cafe - has won a top ‘highly commended’ award for a team of Rotherfield designers. The award was presented to Tangent Space...
View ArticleStore donates cash to charity
Nearly £11,000 has been raised for a local children’s bereavement charity thanks to the generosity of customers and staff of Hastings’ Sainsbury’s.Customers and staff at Sainsbury’s, Hastings, raised...
View ArticleCake makers sought for Vintage Fair
St Michael’s Hospice is looking for keen cake bakers to support this year’s Fabulously Vintage Fair which takes place on Saturday September 19, 10-4pm.The Fabulously Vintage Fair is a wonderful vintage...
View ArticleCOUNTY NEWS: Man dies in house fire
A man has died in a house fire in the early hours of this morning (Sunday, September 6).Firefighters from Bohemia Road, The Ridge and Battle fire stations were called to an address at Hollington Old...
View ArticleConsultation on school travel subsidy cuts in East Sussex due to end
A consultation on plans to cut school transport funding for hundreds of students from low income families in East Sussex closes next week. East Sussex County Council started the process in June as it...
View ArticleHomogeny Vs Diversity
“What is the world coming to? Next Twitter will remove the character limit, Microsoft will release a cool advert and Facebook will earn trust.” I was quoted as saying that in response to recent changes...
View ArticleEnvironment Agency has ‘no plans’ to move from car park
The Environment Agency ‘has no plans’ to move from its location at Buckle Car Park, despite Lewes District Council earmarking the site for a new housing development. Maria Caulfield MP has been shown...
View ArticleLocal charcuterie recognised at ‘Oscars of the food world’
A local charcuterie has been recognised in an award ceremony dubbed the ‘Oscars of the food world’.Beal’s Farm Charcuterie, in North Chailey, was given two gold stars at the prestigious Great Taste...
View ArticleMagazine: How to satisfy your pregnancy cravings the right way
Recent research has found that women should ensure they are not overweight or obese during pregnancy as it could increase their child’s risk of developing diabetes later in life.But anyone who has been...
View ArticleCrowborough rider heads to European Championships
Francis Whittington from Crowborough has this year had his first call up to represent Great Britain in Eventing at Senior level later this week at the Longines FEI European Eventing Championships in...
View ArticleSupermarket giant Asda experiences major home delivery issues
Supermarket giant Asda has experienced major problems with its home delivery service.A ‘technical fault’ has led to delays across the country today (Monday).An Asda spokesman said: “Unfortunately our...
View ArticleBREAKING NEWS: Newhaven’s West Beach decision ‘very disappointing’
The report by the inspector at the public inquiry into Newhaven Town Council’s right of way application for West Beach has been received today (Monday, September 7).The result is a partial victory for...
View ArticleTwo new Deputy Lieutenants in East Sussex
Two new Deputy Lieutenants have been appointed for the county of East Sussex. They will assist the Lord Lieutenant, Peter Field, in the execution of his duties in the County on behalf of HM The Queen....
View ArticleWork stress ‘was a factor in suicide’
A 50-year-old mum took her own life at Peacehaven Cliffs while on unsupervised leave from hospital, an inquest into her death has heard. Deborah Corrigill was found dead on the undercliff pathway on...
View ArticleMagazine: Do children have the final say when buying the perfect car?
We all want the perfect car that is the best fit for our family. But what factors influence our decisions when we’re choosing one? And who has the last word?According to new research by Auto Trader,...
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