The Guide

Plans have been submitted to Wealden District Council

The long established garden & aquatic centre is on the market

Mims Davies MP announces next in person Q&A in Turners Hill for residents

LDC have launched a consultation over proposals for a new approach to how they allocate council homes to residents on the housing register in Lewes district. Their allocations policy sets out how the council assesses the eligibility of applicants for the housing register, and how we allocate council properties.

Wealden District Council is supporting One You East Sussex to bring free NHS Health Checks back to towns across Wealden.

THE popular Arlington Bluebell Walk and Farm Trail opens on Friday (April 4) for what is incredibly the 52nd year.

March has been declared a record breaking month for sunshine in East Sussex

His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester visited Newhaven Fort on Thursday to unveil a commemorative plaque celebrating the completion of its £7.5 million restoration.

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of arson following a fire at a former nightclub in Eastbourne on Monday (31 March).

Here's what happened at the weekend in local sport

Councillor Bob Standley, East Sussex County Council’s lead member for education and inclusion, approved proposals related to the reorganisation of Grove Park School in Crowborough.

A boy who fatally stabbed a man in Hailsham has been convicted of manslaughter.

A Sussex Police officer will appear in court charged with engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour.

When accompanied by a paying guest, mother's are set to be given free entry to Sussex Past sites this Mother's Day

Ashdown Forest wants to recruit an army of volunteer “Wildlife Champions “to help deliver a new Wildspace project that will open up the Forest to more visitors but also protect the landscape and its rare animals and plants.

Following speaking on GB News on the Labour Government’s Spring Statement 2025, Mims Davies MP said:

GLL will officially take over management of The Sovereign Centre under its Better brand on 1st April 2025, after months of uncertainty and local protests.

A man has been issued with a three-year Football Banning Order following homophobic behaviour in Brighton.

The UNSECO event will host sustainability experts, young changemakers and Michelin starred chef Mauro Colagreco

A 36 metre high observation wheel offering panoramic views will launch the Easter holidays on Eastbourne’s Eastern Seafront.

A Brighton man who sexually abused three girls has been convicted at court.

Beginning on the 28th of March, street performances and artists are set to return to the streets of Sussex across April and May to promote the district's vibrant cultural scene.

Locals are invited to head down to the Waterside Centre in Lewes to propose ideas and get involved with street art with the 'U CAN Spray' charity.

Chailey Classic & Vintage Tractor Club is a local group of enthusiasts actively involved in social engagements revolving around vintage tractors and machinery.

A look at the sporting action from across the weekend

IT was Red Nose Day on Friday - and the children and young people at Chailey Heritage Foundation joined in the fun.

SANTANDER has announced it will be closing five branches in East Sussex.

Lewes Neighbourhood Policing Team PCSOs Alan Ash, Karen Manning, and Richard Amos have demonstrated exceptional bravery and skill in two separate medical emergencies, saving the lives of two individuals last month.

Lancing man Luke Maddran has been jailed for controlling and abusing a woman, as well as threatening to kill members of his own family.

A former Sussex Police officer has been sentenced to 38 months' imprisonment at Guildford Crown Court after admitting a number of serious offences

Significant progress has been made in making safe chemicals found in a house on the A259 in St Leonards on Thursday (20 March).

Wealden District Council has intervened after reports of a dangerous structure along Uckfield High Street

St Wilfrid’s Hospice in Eastbourne has today announced that it will be reducing its workforce to protect the future of hospice care in Eastbourne, Uckfield, Seaford and the surrounding areas.

A look at the local sporting action

The emergency response to a report about suspected chemicals found at an address in St Leonards has now been declared a major incident.

The RAF Red Arrows will lead an all star line-up at this year’s Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow with a dazzling display on all four days of the show.

A Brighton man with links to Seaford is wanted on recall to prison.

A 31 year-old woman from Eastbourne has been sentenced at Court this week following a ‘string of shoplifting offences’ in the town.

Seaford man Mitchell Maybank has been convicted of assaulting and controlling a woman over several years.

Businesses in Eastbourne & Hailsham have been fined

A SPECIAL Walk is taking place in the iconic Ashdown Forest on Thursday as part of the national 'Dogs in Yellow Day.' 

Lisa Ford has been shortlisted for the award for her development of an innovative student placement initiative.

The creative workshops are set to give the opportunity for people impacted by cancer to share their experiences as part of a community.

As part of a review into leisure provision, Wealden District Council are asking residents to submit their views on local leisure centres

Want to put the April showers to good use? Grab yourself a water collector from Southern Water

A person has been taken to hospital following a collision in Eastbourne.

Do you recognise these men?

More than £1million pounds has been awarded to Wealden District Council to make energy efficiency improvements to homes owned by the council.

Keep updated with the latest local sporting action

Pay and Display machines and relevant signage at The Willows Car Park, Alfriston, have been damaged

Eleven young carers from East Sussex recently enjoyed a two-night residential at the YHA South Downs hostel, with the Young Carers Team at Care for the Carers.

Uplands Academy in Wadhurst has been praised by Ofsted following the school’s ungraded inspection on 14 and 15 January 2025.

Sussex Police officers on patrol followed a distinctive smell which led them to a Cannabis Farm

Police investigating a report of homophobic abuse have released an image of a man they wish to speak with.

A Sussex police officer has been given a final written warning after a misconduct panel found the following matter to be a matter of gross misconduct:

THE Conservators of Ashdown Forest have been awarded £30,000 by Wealden District Council to help with the ongoing costs of protecting and maintaining this iconic site.

The highly anticipated Heathfield Agricultural Show returns on Saturday, 24 May 2025, offering a spectacular day out for the whole family. With tickets now on sale, visitors can take advantage of early bird discounts, and best of all, kids go free! 

Join the fight against litter by taking part Keep Britain Tidy's Great British Spring Clean campaign

Uckfield's charming Bridge Cottage is set to host four markets across 2025 (22nd of March, 21st of June, 27th of September and Friday the 5th of December Late Night Shopping)