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Fixtures like Birmingham City away is why 'Little Old Crawley' are desperate to stay in League One
Fixtures like Birmingham City away is why Crawley Town are desperate to stay in League One, according to boss Scott Lindsey.

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Sussex Police issue urgent appeal for teenager missing from Surrey
Police have issued an urgent appeal for a 17 year-old with links across Sussex who has gone missing from Surrey.


New mural unveiled in Manor Royal, completing set across Crawley
The sixth and final mural, commissioned by local arts charity Creative Crawley and Manor Royal Business District, has been unveiled, completing a set of colourful, inspiring outdoor artworks across Crawley.

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It’s going to be a warm Easter weekend: here are the best beaches to visit – and the one to avoid
The Met Office is predicting sunny skies across Sussex over the Easter weekend with an average temperature of about 16°C.


Bus service improvements announced for Horsham and Crawley
Bus company Metrobus has announced improvements to its services in Horsham and Crawley – as well as Worthing, Horley, Redhill, East Grinstead and Brighton.


Tulleys Farm launches UK’s first Tulip Nights with 1.5 million blooms after dark
West Sussex is now home to the UK’s first-ever Tulip Nights as Tulleys Farm unveils a brand new spring experience. Featuring 1.5 million tulips lit under the stars, the illuminated trail promises a magical evening out for couples, families and flower lovers alike.


Portsmouth keeper joins Crawley Town on emergency loan deal
Portsmouth goalkeeper Toby Steward has joined Crawley Town on a seven-day emergency loan.


Strikes at Gatwick Airport over Easter weekend: Unite announces ‘major disruption for holiday makers planning getaways’
A trade union has announced that industrial action at Gatwick Airport is set to cause disruption over the Easter weekend.


'Every aspect' - Crawley Town boss full of praise for Birmingham City and manager Chris Davies
Crawley Town boss Scott Lindsey was full of praise of Birmingham City and manager Chris Davies ahead of their Good Friday fixture.


New Manor Royal flyover mural unveiled in Crawley
Celebrating Manor Royal's Spirit and Identity

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New book eases anxiety about moving to secondary school
Zak Monroe Is (Not) My Friend, released through UCLan Publishing at £7.99, is the latest book from Simon Packham, who has lived in Horsham for the past 29 years.
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Easter opening hours for major Crawley supermarkets: Tesco, ASDA, Aldi and more
The four-day Easter weekend is a great time for families to spend time together and plan trips.


Easter weather across Sussex: no rain expected as Met Office predicts sunshine from Good Friday to Bank Holiday Monday
The Met Office has predicted fair weather in Sussex over the Easter weekend.


Busy Easter period at Foundation
The Crawley Town Community Foundation continue to deliver a packed Easter programme over the two-week holiday period, with a full programme of community programmes ranging from Soccer Schools, Trials and Tournaments to name just a few of what was on offer.


Watch as Tamil Learning Centre Crawley is presented with King's Award for Voluntary Service
The Tamil Learning Centre Crawley (TLCC) has been presented with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.


Letter to the editor: Homes England plan for West of Ifield is not fit for purpose
I am writing to express my extreme concern regarding the monstrous Homes England masterplan West of Ifield and call for the cancellation of their public exhibition on April 30 and rejection of the speculative planning application that is expected to follow [‘New protests over “insane” proposal...


Crawley Town boss says he senses 'excitement' from his players for Birmingham City trip
Crawley manager Scott Lindsey said ‘there seems to be an excitement about this game from my players’ ahead of their Good Friday trip to Birmingham City.


London Gatwick: Delays and cancellations so far on Thursday, April 17
These are the delays and cancellations to and from London Gatwick Airport so far today (Thursday, April 17).


Fire breaks out at derelict building in Crawley - 'Please avoid the area'
The emergency services have rushed to the scene of a fire in Crawley.


Spud-tacular fun for pupils at Manor Green Primary School
Squire’s ‘Grow Your Own Chips’ initiative gives green fingers and tasty rewards to local schoolchildren
