The Guide

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was injured during a living history demonstration at Bodiam Castle on Sunday afternoon (29 June).

Officers seized an imitation firearm, drugs, cash, and a Rolex watch as part of an investigation into a stolen vehicle in East Grinstead.

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Building on its 2024 success, Roebuck Estates continues its partnership with the prestigious event, showcasing its award-winning vintage sparkling wines to thousands of garden lovers and guests.

Armed Forces Day takes place on the last Saturday each June, falling this year on Saturday 28th June.

Mims is thrilled to be hosting even more of her in-person 'Meet Mims' events, this time in Barcombe and Uckfield, for residents of East Grinstead, Uckfield & our villages.

Six-times French national champion and Red Bull air racer Mélanie Astles will be making her debut at Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow, which returns 14 - 17 August.

WE'RE just one year away from celebrating the centenary of A.A.Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh -and here's your chance to be creative and poetic about the iconic Ashdown Forest.

Remarkable improvements have been nationally recognised for Wealden District Council as a climate action leader.

Josh Babarinde, MP for Eastbourne, has launched a campaign calling for the return of direct train services from Eastbourne to London Bridge after five long years. 

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The funding comes from the Sports Infrastructure Fund; a new funding programme launched in October 2024 by Wealden District Council. The programme will invest up to £600,000 over the next three years to enhance and improve outdoor sports pitches and facilities throughout the district.

Local charities are being invited to apply to Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow to become one of the official charity partners at the show from 14 – 17 August.

With approx. 800,000 rabbits being kept as pets in the UK, they are the nation’s third most popular pet. However, according to research from the PDSA*, a large proportion of rabbits are not having their five main welfare needs met by their owners.

A NEW showroom is opening on Saturday in Seed House at the Bell Walk Shopping Centre in Uckfield Town Centre.

Police & Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne has provided funding to support an award-winning, cross-government programme that will see prisoners in Sussex build new homes within the county.

Children and families have welcomed the refurbishment of a playground by Lewes District Council.

Community representatives, swimming pool users and supporters, councillors and dignitaries came together on Saturday for the opening of Ringmer Swimming Pool.

Almost two million water quality tests will now be carried out each year following a significant expansion of South East Water’s state-of-the-art laboratory in Farnborough. 

Following the announcement of the King’s Birthday Honours, Sussex Police are delighted to confirm that Sussex Chief Constable Jo Shiner has been awarded the King’s Police Medal (KPM).

Student paramedics from the University of Brighton were given VIP access to the Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) base after raising over £5,000 for the charity through a 24-hour-CPR marathon.  

Lib Dem Prospective Parliamentary Spokesperson, Danielle Newson, hails free school meals ‘victory’ as local children in Sussex Weald are set to benefit.

Jennifer Rigelsford an employee of Morrisons in Seaford proves by handing a cheque over to Chief Fire Officer and CEO of East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service Mark Matthews.

Local sports news from across the area

The Bishop of Chichester, The Right Reverend Dr Martin Warner, has announced the appointment of The Revd Dr Earl Collins as Residentiary Canon and Chancellor of Chichester Cathedral.

Bexhill...We're coming for you!

Citizens Advice Lewes District is launching a new Autism Advice Service aimed at supporting autistic adults in ways that suit their needs

Ringmer Pool is officially re-opening this Saturday (June 14), welcoming back swimmers of all ages.

Amid the Government’s Spending Review, Josh Babarinde, Lib Dem MP for Eastbourne, has called on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to urgently release more funding to address Eastbourne District General Hospital’s maintenance and repairs backlog.

Mims Davies MP for East Grinstead, Uckfield, and the villages speaks on Labour's U-turn on Winter Fuel Payments following the Official Opposition's Campaign

A wanted man from Chiddingly may be spotted at ports or airports as he attempts to leave the country, police have said.

Staff at the Comet pub in Hastings were star-struck when legendary Queen guitarist Brian May showed up yesterday (9th June 2025)

Do you have any information following this vehicle theft from The Salts Recreation Ground in Seaford?

A STUDENT from Sussex is swimming across the English Channel to raise funds for the charity that has helped care for her brother.