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| Published: 10th January 2008 10:33 |
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Reducing rubbish
Fed up with the hassle of recycling? Then don't create so much rubbish in the first place...
Shaving mirror on sun-lit window ledge causes fire
A SHAVING mirror on a west-facing window ledge is believed to have focussed the sun's rays on a sofa and set light to the lounge in a flat.
Bexhill farmers' market
Get your fresh fruit and vegetables here - the next Bexhill Farmers' Market will be on Thursday July 24 at the Sackville Methodist Church Hall from 9-12 midday.
King Offa junction to close for four nights for road-works
KING Offa Way-Dorset Road junction will be closed for four nights for re-surfacing work, the Highways Agency warned this week.
Libdem summer lunch celebration
Bexhill Liberal Democrats hosted a Summer Buffet as a celebration of Fairtrade and local farm produce.
Homeless 9th Bexhill Scouts on verge of HQ re-build
THE homeless 9th Bexhill Scout Group may have held its last annual meeting in borrowed accommodation.
East West celebration
East met West in a fusion of song, dance and drama at St Michael's church in Glassenbury Drive.
King Offa six mile walk
That's the right stuff - a hardy bunch of pupils, parents and staff from King Offa primary school set off on a six-mile sponsored walk on Sunday morning.
Christchurch gives away £2,000
Christchurch gave away £2,000 in charity cheques at the weekend - profits from its highly successful Flower Festival.
70th anniversary for WRVS
A tea party was held in honour of the Women's Royal Voluntary Service on Saturday afternoon.
Macmillan open gardens
The weather was by no means perfect on Saturday but just held out for the Macmillan open gardens in Barnhorn Road and Cranston Avenue.
Summer Fete for Little Angels
Little Angels are looking forward to more fun than ever.
Rubbish on fire
A Bexhill fire crew responded to an emergency call on Friday night when rubbish was set on fire off De La Warr Parade.
Staff join students as High School pioneers examination
THE scene was familiar. But the composition of the 75 candidates settling down to take an examination in the High School gymnasium differed drastically from the norm.
School computers to be security-marked before summer holiday
INFORMATION technology equipment at schools across East Sussex is being protected with state-of-the-art security marking in time for the summer holidays.
Footage of major factory fire in Rye
A raging inferno ripped through a furniture warehouse on an industrial estate yesterday (Thursday).
Stolen medication could kill, police warn
POLICE yesterday issued an urgent warning that medication stolen in a sneak-in burglary at Sidley could kill if it falls into the wrong hands.
The best of Bexhill celebrated in glitzy awards ceremony
IT WAS time to celebrate the good, the brave and the dedicated on Tuesday evening when the De La Warr Pavilion threw open its doors, rolled out the red carpet and celebrated B
Major change at Hastings Direct
The head of Hastings Direct has announced the company will begin major recruitment from next week.
Big boost to Music Festival by Julian Lloyd-Webber
A VITAL boost has been given to Bexhill Festival of Music. Julian Lloyd-Webber has accepted the festival committee's invitation to become its patron.
Green wheelie bins
Are you still waiting for your green wheelie bin?
More money for museum
A £100,000 increase in available funds for the Bexhill Museum project had to agreed by Rother cabinet on Monday or the scheme might have folded.
Report questioned but town guide saved
A 'SCANDALOUS' report on Bexhill's distinctive appeal to tourists came in for criticism from Rother councillors at their cabinet meeting on Monday.
Rainbow theme for Ninfield Flower Festival
OVER The Rainbow will be the theme when Ninfield Flower Group holds a flower festival in Ninfield Methodist Church over the weekend of July 26-27.
Teddy Bears' Picnic
A teddy bears' picnic was held for children soon to join Pebsham Community Primary School.
New voice for children in care
Children and young people living in care in East Sussex are to have a voice on the issues that matter to them.
Diamond couple Barbara and Peter
Barbara and Peter Ayres celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary on Thursday July 10.
Anniversary trip to Holland
Bexhill Horticultural Society is celebrating its 80th anniversary with a visit to Holland - and everyone is invited.
Bagpipers in Italian tribute
Members of the Robertson Pipe & Drum Academy travelled to Italy to take part in moving tributes to mark the end of war.
UAE President gives £50,000 to local good causes
EIGHTEEN local good causes will share a total of £50,000, the gift on the 12th annual graduation day at the United Arab Emirates' Bexhill-based technical training project
Beeching Park strawberry cream tea
A strawberry cream tea was held at Beeching Park "just for fun".
Blooming beautiful at Yvonne Robertson House
A profusion of colour was the greeting for South and South-East In Bloom judges when they visited Yvonne Robertson House in Hastings Road.
PDSA says - don't kiss your pet!
It's National Kissing Day on Sunday but leave your pet out is the advice of PDSA.
Lauren goes sky-high
She was told she might never walk but now Lauren Gander has the chance to fly.
Bexhill at its sunny best for regional judges
BEXHILL was at its sunny best for Tuesday's visit by South and South East in Bloom judges.
Firefighters assist ambulance crew in Sidley roof rescue
FIREFIGHTERS had to put up ladders to assist an ambulance crew in lifting an injured man from a roof.
Dalehurst Road flood
A burst mains pipe in Dalehurst Road caused residents concern and frustration.
Police seek witnesses following sex assault allegation
POLICE are appealing for witnesses following an allegation of serious sexual assault in the street.
Lib Dem summer lunch
A summer lunch with emphasis on protecting the environment will be held by Bexhill Liberal Democrats.
Preservation Society's financial policy is sound say members
OLD Town Preservation Society's custody of the massive legacy left to it 16 years ago has been roundly endorsed at the annual meeting.
Readers photographs
Pictures taken over the weekend from around Bexhill
Seedcorn funds for local community groups
Nine voluntary and community groups across East Sussex will benefit from grants from the latest round of East Sussex County Council's Seedcorn Fund.
Grove, Hillcrest and Filsham Valley all face the axe
HASTINGS is reeling after yesterday's shock news that three secondary schools in the town are to shut.
Rose and Crown fundraiser for Startright pre-school
A weekend of fundraising at the Rose and Crown pub in Turkey Road achieved £415 for Startright Under-5's.
High School students to take part in cookery test
STUDENTS at Bexhill High School, East Sussex, will put their culinary skills to the test in a live cookery promotion - On Your Marks... Get Set, Cook! - organised by school cate
Abseil for hospice
You'll have to hurry if you want to take part in the 2008 Abseil in aid of St Michael's Hospice.
Battle Abbey prep school open day and sports
The weather was kind to Battle Abbey preparatory school for its open day and sports events.
Edgy Fest
BEXHILL held it's own mini version of Glastonbury over the weekend, providing a range of music and celebration for all tastes, at Edgerton Park's Edgy Fest.
King Offa School Fete
A PACKED programme of fun filled events was waiting for visitors to enjoy at the King Offa Primary School Summer fete on Saturday.
St Richard's Summer Fair
LAST year it poured with rain but this year the weather was kind and the sun shone down, providing the crowds who flocked to the Summer Fair at St Richard's Catholic Colle
Motoring club and charity garage sale
AN EAGER crowd waited patiently for the opening of a mammoth garage sale in Bexhill on Saturday - with one bargain hunter heading the queue an hour before the proceedings bega
Book signing at Bestsellers
A SIGNING by local author Monica Janssens of her debut novel, Castle in the Clouds, was held at Bestsellers Bookshop, St Leonards Road on Saturday.
Baby who died after 9 weeks was hooked on heroin
A nine week old baby from St Leonards died after he was born hooked on heroin, an inquest has been told.
Library to host Book Ahead day on Friday
BEXHILL Library will be the venue next Friday for one of a series of events across East Sussex to help to spread the joy of reading to young children and their parents and car
RAFA book and video sale
THERE were bargains galore to be found at the many summer fairs and events held in Bexhill on Saturday, and the RAFA (Royal Air Force Families Association) book and vi
Scout car wash at fire station
IT WAS all hands to the pumps and sponges at Bexhill fire station on Saturday for the First Little Common Scout Group's car wash event.
Heartbroken teenager hangs himself after break-up
A heartbroken teenager hanged himself after breaking up with his girlfriend and telling a friend he wanted to die.
Gwendoline has 100th birthday
She was 100 years old on Tuesday and celebrated with family and friends at the Cooden Beach Hotel.
Popular dog show at Ancaster Court
It's one of the canine highlights of the year - the dog show at Ancaster Court nursing home.
Wrestling star is Bexhill man
UNDERTAKER by day, wrestler by night - meet the Dominator.
Carnival time for Bexhill family
They are Bexhill's first family of Carnival.
Not too late to become a queen for a year
26 April 2008, 10:40:14
GIRLS who have dreamed of becoming a queen for a year still have ample time to put their names forward for selection.
Ninfield braces itself for Bank Holiday whacky races
26 April 2008, 10:36:15 THE clowns came out in Ninfield this week in preparation for the annual village wacky races on Bank Holiday Monday.
Gunters Lane a priority case for speed-calming says county
26 April 2008, 10:36:15 GUNTERS Lane is ALREADY a priority case for traffic-calming, says the county council
Police name second dead biker
26 April 2008, 10:27:25 POLICE who have named the second biker to die on Bexhill's roads in a week are still appealing for witnesses to the accident.
East Sussex crime rate falls faster than rest of country
25 April 2008, 16:37:07 CRIME in East Sussex is falling at a faster rate than any other County in the South East - and that's official.
Biker tragedies spark police safety warning
25 April 2008, 13:55:48 A SPATE of fatal motorcycle accidents including two in Bexhill in seven days has prompted a safety warning from Sussex Police.
Loss of Homecall service to blind would be "devastating"
25 April 2008, 13:55:48 "DEVASTATED! I would be absolutely devastated without Homecall."
Alastair could net £40,000 for town tourism this year
25 April 2008, 10:06:15 TOURIST accommodation bookings made through a Bexhill Chamber of Commerce and Tourism member's not-for-profit website are expected to be worth £40,000 to the town this yea
Steptoe's Georgian Mannequins Collection
24 April 2008, 18:56:17 IT'S DOUBTFUL that such an assortment of beggars, thieves, gentry - and lepers! - have ever graced Wickham Avenue all at once, even in Georgian times, so it's not surp
Ex-Service men meet after 42 years thanks to 'Waggoners' website
24 April 2008, 17:18:38 SINGING the praises of the internet are two ex servicemen who met in Bexhill last week, forty two years after they last saw each other, thanks to the 'Waggoners' websi
New reception opened on hospice's 21st birthday
24 April 2008, 14:10:52 St Michael's Hospice celebrated its 21st birthday today with the help of the founder's two sons.
Little Common children in Sleepover world record bid
24 April 2008, 13:18:14 CHILDREN from Little Common School Playcare Settings will be taking part in an attempt to smash a Guinness World Record on Saturday, June 14.
Duke of Gloucester to visit St Michael's Hospice
23 April 2008, 17:53:20 The Duke of Gloucester will visit St Michael's Hospice on Tuesday to join in its 21st anniversary celebrations.
Teachers strike at Bexhill schools
23 April 2008, 17:30:44 THREE Bexhill schools will suffer today as a result of the teacher's strike.
Fun dog show for new Scout HQ
23 April 2008, 17:00:29 A family fun dog show is to be held to raise money for the rebuilding of the 9th Bexhill Scout Group Headquarters.
Motorist jailed after failing to provide specimen
23 April 2008, 16:53:18 An unemployed man has been jailed after refusing to give a blood sample following his arrest on suspicion of drink driving.
Ninfield children to spread safety message
23 April 2008, 15:51:16 SCHOOLCHILDREN are encouraging drivers to 'Slow Down' and make the area a safer place as part of Ninfield Road Safety Week.
Advertising porn at Job Centre
23 April 2008, 15:46:56 A job seeker was "appalled" to find an advert at the Job Centre for workers in the porn industry.
Open evening for food counselling
23 April 2008, 13:29:48 "We will not be discussing how much you weigh. We will not be asking you to disclose what you eat. There will not be a pair of scales in sight."
Speedway star to be sentenced in May
23 April 2008, 13:02:07 BEXHILL-based speedway star Lewis Bridger is awaiting sentence after pleading guilty to causing actual bodily harm during an incident in Eastbourne last December.
St Ethelburga's opens its doors to Sister Eileen
23 April 2008, 12:26:58 Members of St Ethelburga's Church in St Leonards have been delighted to welcome the Reverend Sister Eileen Wheeler on board.
Utd's Ronaldo helps disabled footballers
23 April 2008, 12:20:36 A SONG written in tribute to soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo is being put to good use to help disabled footballers.
A259 extra traffic fear
23 April 2008, 11:05:52 Barnhorn Road residents fear a new development will cause traffic chaos on the A259.
Second biker in a week killed in Bexhill crash
23 April 2008, 09:28:49 THE second motorcyclist in a week to be killed on Bexhill's roads died after hitting a lamp post in Barnhorn Road on Tuesday evening.
Alan brings up 40,000 specs
22 April 2008, 18:00:39 In the six years that Alan Mitchinson has been the Bexhill Lions Club sight officer, he has collected a total of over 40000 old spectacles for reuse as part of the Lions Inter
Preparing for work
22 April 2008, 17:54:31 Job interviews, sending out CV's, meeting employers - youngsters at St Richard's College are getting ready for their future.
Mayor joins special knockout
22 April 2008, 17:17:12 Bexhill Town Mayor Paul Lendon acted the dummy, when he dressed backwards to demonstrate one of the games in the Lions 'It's a Special Knock-Out' competition at th
Fire walk fundraiser leaves hospice
22 April 2008, 14:47:17 St Michael's Hospice's fundraising office said a big thankyou and goodbye to their Challenge Event Co-Ordinator Cheryl Davis on Thursday.
Sara Lee Trust competition winners announced
22 April 2008, 14:22:27 THE winners of the Sara Lee Trust notelet design competition have been announced.
Secretary of State tours new college site
22 April 2008, 12:21:35 Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills, John Denham MP, visited Station Plaza to see how the construction of the new £120 million college was progressing
Pass-the-parcel over Pavilion car park damage
A MOTORIST who has paid a £500 repair bill for damage to their car by hooligans while in the De La Warr Pavilion car park says nobody will accept responsibility.
Thieves steal lead from St Michael's church roof
THIEVES stole an undisclosed amount of lead from the roof of St Michaels church in Glassenbury drive sometime during Friday (18th April) night.
Egerton Park Indoor Bowling Club raise over £2,000 for St Michael's Hospice
NOT MANY people would happily pay fines for mild misdemeanours such as being 'incorrectly dressed', but members of Egerton Park Indoor Bowling Club have no such qualms
Swimathon 2008 at Bexhill Liesure Pool
THREE dedicated ladies took the Swimathon 2008 challenge at Bexhill leisure pool on Saturday, hoping to raise nearly £600 between them for Marie Curie Cancer Care.
Macmillan Cancer Support spring fair
OVER £700.00 was raised at the Bexhill and Little Common Macmillan Cancer Support Spring Fair held at St Marthas Church Hall last Saturday.
Contact the Elderly coffee morning
A COFFEE morning, which raised £118.00 for Contact the Elderly charity, was held at Dorn and Norman Jeffrey's home in Bexhill on Saturday.
Lauren appeals for votes for Miss Student competition
BEXHILL student Lauren Douglin is hoping that her talents as a performer will help her win the national Miss Student contest, which has a grand prize of £10,000, and is appeal
Family tradition goes into two new flavours for Mayoral Ball
TOWN Mayor Cllr Paul Lendon has had a foretaste of what a local family business will be contributing to his Mayoral Ball on May 3.
Gunters Lane won't cope with new High School - worried residents
THE Gunters Lane area cannot withstand the impact of the planned High School development say worried Glenleigh Park residents.
Police parking blitz nabs 77
POLICE carried out a parking blitz in Bexhill town last Wednesday.
League will not commit major funds until NHS future is clear
THE total assets of the League of Friends of Bexhill Hospital remain virtually the same as last year at £2.079m, the annual meeting has been told.
Assurances given on hospital Irvine Unit future
SIGNIFICANT investment is being made by Hastings and Rother Primary Care Trust in boosting staffing at the Irvine Unit, the League of Friends of Bexhill Hospital has been assu
League's £110,000 ultrasound gift to Bexhill Hospital
BEXHILL Hospital now has the very latest ultrasound scanner in daily use - thanks to a £110,000 package from the League of Friends.
Five-day closure for Bexhill Library
Bexhill Library will be closed between Monday 28 April and Friday 2 May to enable East Sussex County Council to complete the current refurbishment and improvement works.
Insurance company to give away 'second chance' Amy Winehouse painting
A BEXHILL insurance company, who offer insurance to people with criminal records, commissioned an original painting representing a 'second chance', which they plan to
Rother welcomes new director of resources
A BUSY first week with a cabinet meeting on his first afternoon has greeted Rother council's new director of resources.
Cafe plans put on hold
PLANS for the redevelopment of DiPaolo's Cafe have been put on hold by Rother councillors.
New business venture opens in Little Common
ANOTHER business has recently opened in Little Common, adding a further boost to the village community and economy.
Knitter Natter group present blanket to Rainbow nursery
LADIES of Sidley WI 'Knitter & Natter' group presented the Rainbow Childcare day centre with a handmade knitted blanket last week.
Bexhill paramedic promoted
BEXHILL paramedic Huw Simmonds has recently been promoted to Clinical Standards Manager and now has the responsibility for ensuring professional standards across the whole of
Harmony Blinds acquire range of luxury blinds
HARMONY Blinds are celebrating the acquisition of their new range of 'Luxaflex' blinds.
Pestalozzi students show their appreciation
STUDENTS from India, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Nepal and Tibetan communities in exile showed their appreciation to Bexhill and Little Common Friends of Pestalozzi by performing a vari
Little Common Farmers Market
SPRING was in the air at the Little Common Farmers' Market last thursday as, along with the usual fine array of quality products, there was the addition of a well stocked
Communitea event at Grosvenor House
BUPA'S GROSVENOR Park nursing and residential care home held a 'Communitea' book sale event to raise funds for the Parkinsons disease society.
Couple marry twenty one years after bllind date
A COUPLE from Little Common, who met after being 'set-up' on a blind date twenty one years ago, married last week.
Photo dog show winner announced - see pictures of the best dogs in town
Hundreds of dogs entered the St Michael's Hospice Photo Dog Show.
Motorcyclist dies after crash near Ravenside
A motorcyclist has died after a crash near Ravenside Roundabout yesterday (Wednesday).
Nominate your favourite local wine seller
DO you enjoy the occasional glass of wine?
Redundancies planned for local solicitors
Heringtons solicitors is to cease its legal aid crime work resulting in redundancies for some solicitors and support staff.
Mum complains over blood on hospital toys
A mother claims blood from her son's cut finger was left on children's toys and a wall at the Conquest hospital and not cleaned up.
Bexhill burglar jailed
14 April 2008, 15:41:52 A Bexhill burglar who was caught trying to steal from a caravan to fund his drug habit whilst the occupants were in bed has been jailed for two and a half years.
Hospice celebrates birthday with visit from health minister
14 April 2008, 15:35:22 A government bigwig will be guest of honour St St Michael's Hospice's 21st birthday party.
Leisure centre open day
14 April 2008, 15:27:27 VISITORS could try their hand at karate, ten-pin bowling, trampolining and even belly-dancing at Bexhill Leisure Cenre on Saturday.
Pictures from around Bexhill (with gallery)
14 April 2008, 15:02:45 Reader Alan Thomassen has submitted some photos taken over the weekend in Bexhill.
RAFA Fair
14 April 2008, 14:49:17 ALMOST £600 was made at a packed RAFA spring fair on Saturday.
Cuddle Bunnies Fair
14 April 2008, 13:26:47 A BEXHILL charity based on the therapeutic healing offered by petting rabbits, has been celebrating its 10th anniversary.
11th hour appeal to save home-visiting service for blind
14 April 2008, 13:10:43 THE future independence and well-being of dozens of blind and partially-sighted people in Bexhill hangs on a fund-raising appeal.
Senlac District Scouts' St George's Day Celebration
14 April 2008, 13:02:44 SENLAC District Scouts' St George's Day Celebration on April 27 will again be a Sunday afternoon spectacular, with the Parade starting from Budgen's Car Park, Batt
Uncertainty surrounds the pub on the beach
11 April 2008, 17:34:53 Uncertainty surrounds a popular Pevensey Bay pub which was closed earlier this year due to gas and electrical faults.
Football boots wanted for Africa
11 April 2008, 16:50:40 Got some football boots you don't need?
Skills pledge for DGH staff
11 April 2008, 15:50:00 East Sussex Hospitals NHS Trust has pledged to support staff in developing their skills through training.
All Flats Estate Agents Close
11 April 2008, 15:39:14 ANOTHER Bexhill estate agent bit the dust and ceased trading last week. Coming hot on the heals of the recent closure of two other estate agents in the town, Simply Homes an
ESSPA youngsters wow Pavilion audiences with Legend
11 April 2008, 14:26:32 LIKE all legends, that of St George and the dragon has grown over the years.
Thief steals more than £2,000 worth of console games
11 April 2008, 10:44:07 A thief stole more than £2,000 worth of Nintendo Wii games from Tesco in Bexhill.
Lee Evans' gig sold out
11 April 2008, 10:29:25 TOP comic Lee Evans has blown away box office records in the town after his show at the De La Warr Pavilion sold out in just over three hours.
Town Guide debate an "opportunity not a threat" - Rother
11 April 2008, 10:24:10 THE debate on the future of Bexhill Town Guide should be seen as an opportunity rather than a threat, says Rother council's head of regeneration.
Tennis week saved
11 April 2008, 01:00:00 There was widespread delight this week that the future of Eastbourne's prestigious ladies international tennis tournament has been secured.
Free first aid course
10 April 2008, 17:21:02 BEXHILL Community Partnership is organising a free First Aid Appointed Person training session for volunteers in Bexhill and Sidley.
Spring concerts at St Peter's Church
10 April 2008, 17:21:02 SAINT Peter's Church is organising a series of Spring concerts.
DGH staff awards
10 April 2008, 13:50:00 The diagnostic teams from across the Trust in endoscopy, radiology and histology have won this month's staff award for their work in reducing waiting times.
PCT scores well on 26 areas according to staff
10 April 2008, 13:48:34 THE results of the 2007 survey among members of Hastings and Rother Primary Care Trust have today been published by the Healthcare Commission.
New book shop opens
10 April 2008, 13:05:53 For those trying to find THAT book, a new book shop in Sea Road could be your answer.
£2 million grant for play across the county
10 April 2008, 12:50:00 Children and young people in East Sussex are set to benefit from major investment in play thanks to the county council's successful bid for a £2 million government grant.
How a taxi driver dealt with the Ravenside clampers
10 April 2008, 12:41:43 A taxi driver clamped at Ravenside had the car towed away and removed the clamp himself.
Post office will be axed
10 April 2008, 11:56:27 Collingon Mansions Post Office will close after all.
GALLERY - Pictures from around Bexhill
10 April 2008, 11:00:39 Reader Alan Thomassen has submitted some photo's taken since the snow fell over Bexhill.
"Thunderbird" aid to firefighters
10 April 2008, 10:51:25 EAST Sussex Fire Authority will get £35,000 from a £3.2m grant to England's fire and rescue authorities.
Black Horse Festival line-up and ticket details announced
09 April 2008, 17:52:04 It is nearly that time of year again when music lovers descend on Telham for the Black Horse Festival - and judging by the line-up this year's should be the best yet.
Mortgage debt problems soar at Hastings and Rother CAB
09 April 2008, 14:06:26 THE number of hard-up people seeking help with mortgage arrears has risen dramatically at Hastings and Rother Citizens Advice Bureau.
Dorothy brings up 100
09 April 2008, 11:24:50 "THE ODD glass of sherry and a good sense of humour" have been revealed as the secret to a long life by a Bexhill centenarian.
King Offa-Dorset Road traffic lights to be replaced
WORK to replace the King Offa Way-Dorset Road traffic lights is due to start on Monday, April 28.
Beeching Park users raise cash for Eve Appeal
CENTRE users worked alongside staff when the Beeching Park Centre hosted a coffee morning.
Foster carers thanked for their commitment
FOSTER carers have been thanked by the county council's fostering service for their commitment to young people at a special dinner and dance.
Nurses are healthcare champions
Two East Sussex Hospital Trust nurses have been named as health care champions.
Ambulance staff launch anti-violence campaign
The South East Coast Ambulance Trust has launched a campaign to reduce violence and abuse against staff
Police offer free one-way screws to foil number plate thefts
POLICE at Bexhill have obtained a supply of one-way screws to give to the public as part of the Sussex Police campaign to counter the spate of vehicle number-plate thefts.
Thrills and spills at Senlac Go-Cart Rally
THE sun shone on Sunday for the Annual Senlac District Cub Scout Go-Cart Rally.
First on-the-spot fine for buying booze for under-18s
BUYING booze for under-age drinkers has cost an 18 year-old an £80 fine.
Why didn't anyone tell us of Easter change?
METHODS of communicating with the public about waste bin collection day changes are being reviewed, says Rother leader Cllr Carl Maynard.
Passengers escape in bus fire drama
TOWN centre bus passengers had a dramatic escape when the vehicle they were travelling on caught fire late on Thursday morning.
GALLERY - Pictures from around Bexhill
Reader Alan Thomassen has submitted some photo's taken recently.
Bexhill's only cinema closes
FOLLOWING weeks of speculation it has been announced Bexhill's only cinema has closed.
Sidley Children's Centre gains recognition
CHILDREN were having their faces painted, playing with toy cars, making palm-prints and decorating butterflies when a ceremony was performed in their name.
Rother awarded Member Development Charter
ROTHER council has been awarded the coveted Member Development Charter by the South East Employers Organisation.
Cadets bag-packing success
Cadets from 2262 (Bexhill) squadron were out in force at Tesco supermarket at Ravenside during the Easter holidays.
Conquest staff say goodbye to biochemist Phil
Conquest staff past and present have given Phil White a special send off after 44 years work for East Sussex Hospital Trust.
Man fined for 'foolish' police jibes
INSULTING police officers after disturbing the peace has cost a 22-year-old Bexhill man more than £150.
99 year old Sidney raises £425 for charity
"He is a brilliant man. Everybody loves him."
Beatles Day Nine taking place this Sunday
The waiting is nearly over for fans of the Fab Four because Beatles Day Nine is nearly here.
Stay awake raises money for guide dogs
STUDENTS at St Richard's Catholic College were thanked for their fundraising efforts on Tuesday with a special talk.
Bexhill College play review
THE title 'A Vampire Story' implied some sort of frightening, Gothic horror. Instead what the audience got at Bexhill College last week was a clever, well thought out
Bexhill High pupils on nature trail
Volunteer pupils from Bexhill High school have been working on a £16,000 project to re-establish a nature trail in Ninfield.
Fair trade farmer visit
Fair trade campaigners welcomed a cotton farmer from Dougourakoroni village in Mali, West Africa
High Society at Bexhill High
High Society is a theatre group at Bexhill High school that's going from strength to strength.
Pair accused of trying to steal tools worth £2,500
Two men accused of trying to steal thousands of pounds worth of builders tools saw their case adjourned.
Hospital trust completes three-month deep cleansing programme
Hospital bosses have completed a £450,000 enhanced deep cleaning programme for all wards and clinical areas.
St Mark's spring fayre
A Spring Fayre will be held in St Mark's Church Hall in Little Common in aid of various charities tomorrow at 10am-12 noon.
Barby Keel nomination
She's a local hero already but now animal rescuer Barby Keel is receiving national recognition.
Beetle drive fundraiser
A beetle drive and cream tea is to be held by Town Mayor Councillor Paul Lendon with Hastings and Rother Crossroads on Saturday April 5.
Football coaches needed for 1066 Specials
Passionate about football? Then 1066 Specials needs to hear from you.