Following a collision in Heathfield
At around 4pm on 15 November, an off-duty officer witnessed a collision on the High Street and Springwood Road junction in Heathfield. A motorcyclist reportedly collided with a van before making off from the scene.
Following a foot pursuit, a 16-year-old boy from Buxted was detained.
The teenager has been arrested on suspicion of theft of a motorcycle, driving without insurance, and failing to stop, and released on bail whilst the investigation continues.
Coda Pharmacy & Bournefree Magazine launch Eastbourne's Community Awards
THE very best of a beautiful and historic town will be showcased at its first Community Awards being held in June with Ashdown Radio's very own Ryan Millns the host.
Eastbourne: Claremont Hotel development plans move forward
Plans to redevelop the former Claremont Hotel site on Eastbourne’s seafront into luxury residential apartments have reached a key milestone, with a formal planning application scheduled for submission in spring 2026.
Plans submitted for a new Starbucks in Polegate
Plans have been submitted to build a new Starbucks drive-through at Polegate Services on Hailsham Road in East Sussex.
Nusrat Ghani MP and Crowborough police discuss new asylum centre
Sussex Weald MP Nusrat Ghani recently met with Sussex Police at Crowborough Police Station to discuss the operational and community impact of the new asylum centre at Crowborough Training Camp.
Brighton man in Lewes prison could be left disfigured
Antonio Alvarez Mas, a 42-year-old man from Brighton, may be permanently disfigured after allegedly receiving "shocking" medical treatment while held on remand at HMP Lewes.
St Peter & St James Hospice quiz raises £1280
The event was held at The Luxford Restaurant on Thursday 19th February
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Pevensey Bay beach goes smoke-free
Smokers visiting Pevensey Bay will be asked to stub out their cigarettes as it becomes the third smoke free beach in the county.
