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Man sustains ‘potentially life-changing chemical burn injuries’ after ‘corrosive’ attack at Crawley station
A man has sustained ‘potentially life-changing chemical burn injuries’ after being attacked with a ‘corrosive’ substance at Crawley railway station, according to a British Transport Police spokesperson.
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Residents' fears that a massive block of flats could be built in Crawley are unfounded, say planning officers
Crawley planning officers have assured residents that their fears that a massive block of flats could be built in Three Bridges are unfounded.
Man dies in single-vehicle collision in Crawley
A 58-year-old man has died following a single-vehicle collision in Crawley, according to a Sussex Police press release.
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London Gatwick: Airport delivers strong financial performance in 2025 underpinned by excellent passenger service and expansion of its long-haul offer
London Gatwick delivered a strong financial performance in 2025 underpinned by excellent passenger service, optimised operational performance and expansion of its long-haul offer.
Gatwick Airport hit with drop in profits but now 'poised for growth'
Gatwick Airport was hit by a drop in profits last year – but is now poised for future growth and economic benefits for West Sussex.
'Significant custodial sentences' imposed on four 'prolific' West Sussex shoplifters
'Significant custodial sentences' have been imposed on four 'prolific' shoplifters from West Sussex, according to a Sussex Police press release.
Crawley man, 94, charged with ‘21 child sexual offences’
A 94-year-old man from Crawley has been charged with ‘21 child sexual offences’, according to a Sussex Police press release.
Meet the man who claims to be the last bespoke tailor in Sussex
Hastings man Paul Read is keeping up the prestigious trade of bespoke tailoring at his business Eveleigh & Read based in Hastings Town Hall.
Plans to change Crawley laser tag centre to a cash and carry approved
Plans to change the use of a laser tag centre to a cash and carry have been approved by Crawley Borough Council.
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Chichester Festival Theatre's first-ever My Fair Lady
Lerner & Loewe’s My Fair Lady is the big summer musical at Chichester Festival Theatre this year – surprisingly its first time on the Chichester stage.
Crawley Borough Council Leader: A day to reflect and a plaque and benches for those we lost
On Sunday, we gathered together in the Memorial Gardens, one of Crawley’s most meaningful places to pause, to reflect, and to remember for the National Day of Reflection to acknowledge the profound impact of the COVID 19 pandemic on our lives, our families and our community. It was a moment not j...
London Gatwick: These are the latest flight delays and cancellations amid conflict in Middle East – Wednesday, March 11
These are the delays and cancellations to and from London Gatwick so far today (Wednesday, March 11).
Police looking for missing Brighton teen with links to Hove, Lancing, Worthing, Haywards Heath and Crawley
Sussex Police are looking for a missing teenager from Brighton who has links to Hove, Lancing, Worthing, Haywards Heath and Crawley.
Mayo Wynne Baxter proud to support the Crawley Community Awards 2026 Volunteer Group Award
Mayo Wynne Baxter is proud to support the Crawley Community Awards 2026 as this year’s sponsor of the Volunteer Group category.
Crawley MP Peter Lamb is encouraging veterans to check if they are entitled to their Armed Forces Pension
Peter Lamb, Labour MP for Crawley, is proposing that former service personnel to find out if they are entitled to a deferred Armed Forces Pension, especially those who left the military before qualifying for an immediate pension.
New rapid response service diverts thousands from A&E during mental health crises in Sussex
Thousands of people experiencing mental health crises across Sussex are receiving faster and more appropriate support, thanks to an innovative partnership between mental health specialists and emergency services.
Petrol prices compared in West Sussex after photo shows unleaded hitting 170.9p at Pease Pottage service station
A photo has been sent to this newspaper that shows the price of regular unleaded at 170.9p in Pease Pottage while the price of regular diesel is 182.9p.
The "forgotten festival” returns with a celebration of the greats at Plumpton Revival
The “forgotten festival” is coming home on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9 with Plumpton Revival 2026 at Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, Lewes, BN7 3AL.
Cyclist taken to hospital after collision in Crawley
A cyclist has been injured after a collision in Crawley.
Beer lover wins award for visiting record number of Sussex pubs
Steve Collinson has been awarded a special certificate from the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) after visiting an incredible 254 pubs across Sussex in the space of a year.