March has been declared a record breaking month for sunshine in East Sussex
As many look forward to a sunny and warm week ahead, the first fortnight of April looks set to follow in the theme of meteorological spring so far: dry, warm and sunny with highs of 18c across the area!
Ashdown Radio to host new music festival in Eastbourne this summer
The two day music event is organised by local MC and artist Miss Melody, who was behind the Bexfest Festivals at The De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill and will be fronted by Ashdown Radio's Ryan Millns & Martyn Grenfell
Crowborough care home celebrates the grand opening of the Ashdown Room
The Ashdown Room was officially opened at the High Broom Care Home in Crowborough.
15 more people convicted of drink-driving
Sussex Police have named 18-year-old Oliver Durrant as one of the latest 15 individuals convicted during their winter drink and drug-driving crackdown, Operation Limit.
£250m investment in cancer care confirmed by the Government
The government has officially confirmed a £250 million investment to build a new, state-of-the-art Sussex Cancer Centre at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton
Two men charged with ‘possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin’ following proactive patrols in East Sussex
On 30 January 2026, Sussex Police announced the charging of two men for drug supply offences following proactive patrols in the North Laine area of Brighton.
Sussex Police supports national firearms amnesty launching in February
Sussex Police is joining other forces across the country in a four-week Firearms Amnesty for five types of BRUNI-manufactured side / top-venting blank firers (TVBFs) which are now illegal to possess following testing by the National Crime Agency and policing.
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The latest local sports news from across the area
Charity issues advice as people with diabetes prepare for Ramadan
The charity Diabetes UK is providing support and advice for people in the Muslim community who live with diabetes to help them stay healthy during Ramadan.
