Bexhill...We're coming for you!
We are excited to announce that Ashdown Radio's Martyn Grenfell & Ryan Millns will be hosting the one day festival at The De La Warr Pavilion on Bexhill seafront on Saturday 5th July 2025 from 2pm - 10.30pm.
The last remaining tickets are available here:-
https://www.dlwp.com/event/bexfest-2025/
https://www.skiddle.com/festivals/bexfest/
East Hoathly Care Home Named in Care Experts UK Top 10
Staff and residents at Lydfords care home in East Hoathly are celebrating because their home has been named a winner in the Lottie Awards 2026. Lydfords was picked both in the Care Expert’s Top 10 of all care homes in the country and in the Top 100 care homes overall.
Eastbourne man, 23, jailed for running Brighton drugs line
Patrick Kargbo, a 23-year-old resident of Royal Sussex Crescent, Eastbourne, was sentenced to seven and a half years in prison at Lewes Crown Court on 22 July 2026 after pleading guilty to running the illegal 'Ash' drug line in Brighton.
Fourth member of family pulled from the water in Shoreham sadly dies
A six-year-old girl pulled from the water in Shoreham on Tuesday (18 August) has sadly died.
Arlington Stadium has been SAVED!
Motor racing is officially returning to the historic Hailsham venue following a breakthrough agreement reached between the stadium's owners and promoters.
Sussex Police officer acquitted of driving offence
A Sussex Police officer who was charged with causing serious injury by driving without due care and attention has been found not guilty.
Uplands Academy Students Celebrate GCSE Results
Students at Uplands Academy are celebrating an exceptionally strong set of results, reflecting the hard work, determination and resilience they have demonstrated throughout their time at the academy.
Eastbourne MP 'deeply concerned' by allegations levelled at NHS trust
An independent review into the general surgery department at the East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (ESHT) revealed widespread allegations of bullying, harassment, racism, and sexism, prompting deep concern from local leadership.
Track had 'irregularities' before Lewes train derailment
An initial report released on 19 August 2026 by the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) confirmed that a "track geometry irregularity" existed on the immediate approach to the site where a Southern Railway train derailed near Lewes on Thursday, 13 August 2026.
The Ryan Millns Breakfast Show playing Salsoul Nugget (If U Wanna) by M & S Presents The Girl Next Door
Your soundtrack from the 60s to the 90s playing The Way It Is by Bruce Hornsby & The Range
