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Hastings United FC part company with third manager in less than a year
Hastings United FC have parted company with their manager – for the third time in under a year.

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Best April Fools 2025 pranks in Worthing – from pier charges to swimming pool cinemas
Businesses across Worthing took the opportunity to have some light-hearted fun on April Fools Day.


High Sheriff joins Worthing charity for 30th anniversary celebrations
The new High Sheriff of West Sussex, Dr Tim Fooks, has joined supporters and well-wishers at Acorn Pregnancy Counselling Centre in Worthing to celebrate the charity's 30th anniversary.

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Worthing town centre restaurant announces closure
A town centre restaurant has shut its doors for the final time.


Worthing mum Kerry Myles changes law to give parents of premature babies extra leave
Kerry’s son Alfie (pictured) was born extremely prematurely at 26 weeks’ gestation, weighing just 2lb 2oz (1.01kg), while on holiday in Boston, America. He spent 102 days in neonatal intensive care – time stolen from Kerry’s maternity leave.


New book for casual walkers in Sussex reveals easy short walks in South Downs
If hiking is not for you but you do fancy a nice walk in the Sussex countrsyide, the South Downs edition of Short Walks Made Easy offers 10 leisurely routes across the national park.


Worthing resident 'very upset' that trees will be felled outside her home amid 'complete lack of communication'
A Worthing resident said she was ‘very upset’ to learn that the trees outside her house ‘could be totally destroyed’.


53 photos as Worthing beat Hampton and Richmond to extend National League South lead
It was the most timely win of the season – Worthing FC bounced back from two straight defeats to beat Hampton and Richmond at Woodside Road and move three points clear at the top of National South.

Improved bus network for West Durrington aims to enhance public transport for local residents
Bus travel in West Durrington is getting a major boost, as Stagecoach South introduces significant improvements to its services in the area. These enhancements will provide more frequent, reliable, and convenient journeys, strengthening connections between West Durrington, Worthing, and Brighton.

Worthing mum changes law to give parents of premature babies extra leave
A Worthing mum has successfully campaigned for extended paid leave for parents of premature babies.


14 quaint and little known Sussex villages to visit this spring
When it comes to picturesque villages, Sussex has plenty to offer. Some of them are popular tourists spots, others are little known – but all have lots to offer visitors this spring.


Locked up in Sussex: These are some of the criminals jailed in March 2025
Sussex’s judges, juries and magistrates were busy in March.


Self-confessed "fangirl" brings Martin McDonagh to the Southwick Players stage
Nettie Sheridan admits she’s definitely a fangirl when it comes to Martin McDonagh – and it’s definitely an ambition fulfilled as she directs one of his plays for the Southwick Players. The Beauty Queen of Leenane will be at the Barn Theatre, Southwick from April 9-12.

Durrington High School performing arts production of Mary Poppins Jr
Camaraderie, fun, laughter and lifelong memories made. What a wonderful time we have all had producing and creating Mary Poppins Jr, we are delighted that so many people came along to watch the performances.
Celebrating STEM week at Durrington High School
In support of ‘British Science Week’, we were delight to once again hold our annual STEM week (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths), during the week of 17th– 21st March 2025.

Golden angels shine in Worthing’s first celebration event!
The Worthing community came together in a heartwarming celebration on Saturday, 29th March, as Guardian Angel Carers Worthing hosted their first Golden Angels event at English Martyrs Catholic Church. The event was an afternoon filled with joy, connection and generosity.

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Arundel Players in action with The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Theatre-goers will see a difference as they step through the doors of Arundel’s Priory Playhouse Theatre to see the Arundel Players in action with The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
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Political opinion with Tom Rutland MP: Fixing our roads and delivering change
It was a big week as the Chancellor delivered her Spring Statement, which will further deliver the change we promised to our country during the election.
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Arundel's The Hanover Band and Chorus offer J S Bach’s St John Passion
The Hanover Band and Chorus visit the beautiful 12th-century Steyning Parish Church for a special performance of J S Bach’s St John Passion on the evening of April 12.
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Pedestrians keep almost being hit by cars in town centre road
Worthing Borough Council has issued a warning after a number of near misses in Stoke Abbott Road