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nexfibre announces £6.8m broadband investment in Crawley
•Investment follows the announcement of nexfibre’s acquisition of Netomnia, unlocking £3.5 billion of investment in the wider UK economy •Up to 42,000 homes and businesses in Crawley set to benefit •Youth centres in the area could benefit from free full-fibre broadband
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London Gatwick: These are the latest flight delays and cancellations – Wednesday, April 1 - as Air France and Jet2 launch from airport
These are the delays and cancellations to and from London Gatwick so far today (Wednesday, April 1).
‘Opportunistic thief’ who stole suitcase from family as they headed to Gatwick to go on holiday jailed
An ‘opportunistic thief’ who stole a suitcase from a family as they headed to Gatwick Airport to go on holiday has been jailed, according to a British Transport Police (BTP) press release.
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‘No means no’ – Sussex Police officer dismissed following sexual assault allegations
A Sussex Police officer has been dismissed without notice following allegations of sexual assault against another officer, according to a Sussex Police press release.
Vail Williams triumphs in Gatwick Diamond Business Awards
Property consultancy Vail Williams has been named Professional Services Firm of the Year at the at Gatwick Diamond Business Awards.
Radio Crawsham enters exciting new era as Community Interest Company
A modern sound with a local heart broadcasting a contemporary Top 40 / Hot AC format, Radio Crawsham blends today’s biggest hits with well-loved favourites — all alongside engaging local content.
‘Dial 999 immediately’ – Man with links to Crawley, Horsham, Gatwick and Brighton wanted for breaching court order
A man with links to Crawley, Horsham, Gatwick and Brighton is wanted for breaching a court order, according to a Sussex Police press release.
Lenny Henry to play Brighton and Guildford on first UK tour since 2010
Lenny Henry has confirmed Brighton and Guildford dates on his first UK tour since 2010.
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Southwater author offers new volume of short stories
Southwater author Kevin Gargini is in print with a new volume of short stories Bad Decisions and Better Stories, published by Amazon at £5.99, available online at Amazon and at Natty Noo in Horsham.
Sussex & Surrey Soapbox: Mental Health - Are you okay? The question that saves lives
The ‘Sussex & Surrey Soapbox’ is a new podcast aiming to close the gap on the local issues that matter — by creating a space where real voices, real issues and different perspectives can be heard without the usual noise of partisan politics or keyboard warriors.
'Urgent repairs' - West Sussex train delays explained
A ‘track defect’ has been identified in West Sussex – and trains are subject to disruption, as a result.
Crawley Town latest: Defender recalled from loan, forward joins Sutton and assistant head coach confirmed
Crawley Town have recalled defender Ben Radcliffe from his loan spell with Gateshead.
Sycamore Gap tree is planted in South Downs National Park
A “Tree of Hope” grown from the iconic Sycamore Gap tree on Hadrian’s Wall has been planted in the South Downs National Park.
London Gatwick welcomes first Air France flights with stylish new twice-daily service
London Gatwick passengers now have even more choice for trips to the French capital and beyond, as Air France has officially touched down at the airport with a twice daily service to Paris–Charles de Gaulle (CDG).
Expert advice on closing the skills gap in manufacturing and engineering at Crawley breakfast event
Local manufacturing and engineering businesses will hear expert tips on closing the skills gap at the next meeting of METALL, the forum for manufacturing, engineering and technology businesses.
'Critical incident' declared at hospital treating Horsham and Crawley patients
A major hospital which treats patients from Horsham and Crawley has declared a ‘critical incident.’
Rail passengers advised to check before they travel in parts of Sussex and South London this Easter weekend
Passengers are urged to plan ahead this Easter as essential engineering work takes place across Sussex and South London.
Crawley couple feature in this week's episode of Channel 4's The Dog House
Channel 4’s The Dog House is back at Woodgreen Pets Charity. The dedicated team continue their mission to find homes for their abandoned dogs by matchmaking them with hopeful new owners. This week It’s second time lucky for Fox, the stray Pomeranian. Can he conquer his nerves and win the hearts ...
Crawley Town Life Saving Club at the 2026 RLSS-UK SPEEDS
Crawley Town Life Saving Club’s most successful female Masters swimmer to date, Donna Wickens, set a new World record in the 60+ age category for the 100m Rescue Medley at the recent RLSS UK SPEEDS held at the Commonwealth 50m pool, Sandwell, Birmingham.
East Grinstead occupational therapist found in bag in Kenya as a baby volunteers for international charity
An occupational therapist from East Grinstead has spoken about how she was found in a bag in Kenya as a baby.