The Guide from Monday, June 8th, 2026

100 new homes approved near bypass. Wealden District Council has officially approved a planning application from Taylor Wimpey to construct 100 new homes on a 5.72-hectare site situated just off the A22 Uckfield Bypass.

Eastbourne car fire being treated as suspected arson. A vehicle fire that occurred on Sunday, 7 June 2026, in Winchelsea Road, Eastbourne, is being investigated by Sussex Police as a suspected arson.

Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a serious collision near Bexhill.

Knife crime devastates lives.

A Retail Manager from Eastbourne whose job was to help business owners run successful stores has decided to buy his own - Massilia Bay Restaurant and Bar in Pevensey Bay.

The wind and rain didn’t dampen the spirits of St Wilfrid’s Hospice (Eastbourne) supporters who took part in Rainbow Run on Saturday (6th June).

The Children's Respite Trust has announced that tickets are now on sale for its highly anticipated No Place Like Home Masquerade Ball, taking place on Saturday 14th November 2026 at the stunning Winter Garden, Eastbourne.