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'He really did have, the time of his life' - Popular Crawley headteacher bids an emotional farewell with brilliant video
A Crawley headteacher who is retiring marked his farewell with a brilliant and emotional video.
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Isthmian Premier fixtures are out: Three Bridges, Eastbourne Borough, Lewes, Burgess Hill Town and Whitehawk find out schedules
The Isthmian Premier fixtures for 2026-27 are out – and the five Sussex teams in the division and their fans are poring over who they will play and when. And there’s a tasty Sussex derby to come on the first Tuesday of the season.
West Sussex local government reorganisation delayed again – reaction
The government has been called on to ‘engage constructively and respectfully’ with councils in West Sussex over local government reorganisation.
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'Crawley is becoming a ghost town': Residents shocked by news of national retailer's closing down sale
Residents have voiced their disappointment following news that sporting goods giant Decathlon is set to close its Crawley store later this month, with some fearing the town centre is in decline.
Mystery surrounds closure of popular cookie and ice cream shops in Crawley
Crawley shoppers have been left asking questions, after popular cookie and ice cream stores shut suddenly without warning.
Sussex beach named as one of the UK's top picnic spots
Camber Sands in East Sussex has been ranked in the top ten best picnic spots in the UK by outdoor experts Millets.
Horsham MP presses police for stronger action on street racing and anti-social driving around Kilnwood Vale and the A24 corridor
Liberal Democrat MP for Horsham, John Milne, has called on Sussex Police to take stronger action to tackle ongoing street racing and anti-social driving across Horsham District.
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Holly & Evie reunite for Chaucer-inspired tale across Sussex
The Rudes are back on the road
Gatwick Express taps into pyjama travel trend with new early morning and overnight trains
Gatwick Express is trialling early morning and overnight train services to cater to those getting early flights out of London on Saturdays, and returning back to the capital late on Sunday nights.
‘An absolute farce’ - Government still to decide how West Sussex should be divided under local government reorganisation
The Government has still not decided how West Sussex should be divided under local government reorganisation.
The latest phase of building in Crawley neighbourhood secures 33 new council homes
The latest phase of building in Forge Wood has secured 33 new council homes for Crawley Borough Council.
Crawley shop loses alcohol licence for three months after underage vodka sale
A Crawley convenience store has been banned from selling alcohol for three months, after a 16-year-old was able to buy a vodka cocktail without being asked for identification, according to West Sussex County Council.
Political opinion: Statement from Leader of Crawley Borough Council regarding Local Government Reorganisation
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'A great loss for our town' - Minute's silence held for Crawley councillor as close friend remembers Chuckle Brothers comparison
A minute’s silence has been observed at Crawley Town Hall in honour of a former councillor once ribbed as being one of the Chuckle Brothers
General household waste in Crawley soon to be collected every two weeks
General household waste in Crawley is soon to be collected every two weeks rather than every week.
Crawley music event has 'kicked off in style' and boosts local economy
More than 400 people gathered in Crawley High Street for the first of the Summer Sounds music events organised by the borough council.
Part of A23 reopened after report of bus fire on road near Gatwick airport
Part of the A23 was closed on the morning of Thursday, July 16, following a report of a vehicle fire on a road near Gatwick airport.
New Gatwick wetland stores 600,000 litres of water
The South East Rivers Trust has completed the latest phase of a project using natural solutions to slow, store and filter water across the Upper Mole catchment.
London Gatwick: easyJet releases latest ‘deals of the week’ – including stay at fun-filled family resort in Spain
EasyJet holidays is offering great value last minute city breaks and beach holidays across Europe from London Gatwick this summer – with customers able to save up to £200 on their next getaway using code FOOTBALL26.
London Gatwick builds on China network momentum with new Air China service
Passengers heading to China can now benefit from even greater choice from London Gatwick, following the launch of a new Air China service to Chengdu Tianfu (TFU).