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Rock 'n' roll Christmas show heads for the Crawley stage
And the great news is that Trevor Payne’s retirement plans are on hold.
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Sussex bonfire society blows up effigy of Andrew
Disgraced former royal Andrew Mountbatten was the target of a Sussex bonfire society when it held its annual celebrations on Saturday November 22.
Thoughts of a lifelong fan: another week passes and another point gained for Crawley Town
Another week passes in the lives of all that play for or support the mighty Red Devils, and another point is gained, this time at home to Accrington Stanley.
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Political opinion with Cllr Duncan Crow: An underwhelming consultation on setting up a Crawley town council
Crawley Borough Council’s underwhelming consultation on the proposal from Labour Councillors to create an additional ‘Crawley Town Council’ concludes on Monday 1 December. The consultation can be accessed via the council’s website and I encourage participation, whatever your views.
Government launches Sussex-wide consultation on Local Government Reorganisation
The government has announced the start of a Sussex-wide consultation on Local Government Reorganisation.
Letter to the editor: Human implications of Homes England's West of Ifield masterplan
Homes England’s monstrous West of Ifield masterplan is often described in technical terms — housing numbers, infrastructure, biodiversity et al - but almost nothing is said about its human implications. That silence is becoming impossible to ignore.
Letter to the editor: From the 'West of Ifield' archives [12 years ago] - 'Nature reserve plans for meadow' - West Sussex County Times - June 6 2013
‘NATURE RESERVE PLANS FOR MEADOW’ - LAND NEAR BEAUTY SPOT - DEVELOPMENT WRANGLE - JUNE 6 2013 [REPORTER: KAREN DUNN] Land near a mooted strategic housing site for the Horsham district could become a nature reserve under new plans.
Crawley thief who breached Community Protection Notice and stole from retailers in town jailed
A prolific shop thief has been jailed over his latest offences in Crawley.
Blue plaque honours Horley’s WW1 ‘Munitionettes’
Horley Local History Society has unveiled a blue plaque at the front of The Archway Theatre, in The Drive, Horley, commemorating the town’s ‘Munitionettes’. These were women who acquired this nickname in World War One because, from 1915 to 1918, they made munitions for the British military.
Sussex town holds conference about protecting the sea
East Sussex County Council’s Vice Chairman Cllr Abul Azad gave the opening speech when Bexhill hosted an event organised by the United Nations Association Climate and Oceans, supported by the Sussex Dolphin Project.
'Dial 999 immediately' if you see wanted man with links to Sussex and Surrey
A man with links to Sussex and Surrey is wanted for failing to appear in court.
Delays and cancellations so far today at London Gatwick – Monday, November 24
These are the delays and cancellations to and from London Gatwick so far today (Monday, November 24).
Crawley Town's equaliser against Accrington looked scrappy, but this is why it was a 'great goal'
To naked eye, Kabby Tshimanga’s equaliser against Accrington Stanley might have looked a bit scrappy.
'When we’re at it, I don’t think there’s anyone who can stop us' says Crawley Town defender
Crawley Town defender Charlie Barker reinforced the belief in the squad that they ‘can beat anyone’ after battling back to draw 1-1 with Accrington Stanley on Saturday.
Police launch urgent search for missing girl, 13, with links across Sussex
A 13-year-old girl has been reported missing in Sussex.
Crawley Town player ratings: Keeper and winger get 8s as Reds battle for a point against Stanley
Crawley Town battled back in the second half to draw 1-1 with Accrington Stanley, extending their unbeaten league run to four games.
REVIEW: Wicked: For Good - dull, dull, dull until it finally soars...
REVIEW: Wicked: For Good (PG), (138 mins), Cineworld Cinemas.
Churchill Living invites locals to Christmas fun at McIndoe Lodge
Churchill Living is opening the doors of McIndoe Lodge for an afternoon of festive fun on Friday 5th December from 2pm.
'You sort of pinch yourself and think, did that really happen?' - Crawley entrepreneur gives an insight on what it is like to receive an MBE from King Charles III
A Crawley entrepreneur has spoken of the ‘surreal’ moment he received his MBE from His Majesty King Charles III.
Letter to the editor: Making the dream a reality: Ifield Park nature and heritage centre
Following the Government's proposed 'Environmental Protection' legislation, I urge you to fully support the parish community vision of making 'Ifield Park Nature and Heritage Centre' a reality.