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Eastbourne man banned from driving for three years after being caught riding e-bike under the influence
An Eastbourne man has been banned from driving for three years, after he was caught riding a modified e-bike while under the influence of alcohol.
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The Beacon Launches Community Support Guide to Help Residents Access Essential Services
The Beacon is proud to launch a new Community Support Guide, providing Eastbourne residents with an easy, one-stop way to access vital local and national support services. From mental health and wellbeing to financial guidance, housing, bereavement support, domestic abuse help and food assistance, t...
Retail expert highlights ‘visible progress in Eastbourne town centre’
After exploring Eastbourne town centre, retail expert Graham Soult highlights investment, independent retail strength and opportunities ahead. A leading high street specialist has praised the visible investment and strong foundations of Eastbourne town centre ahead of a forthcoming workshop for loca...
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Six charities receive funding at Eastbourne Tree of Light presentation
SIX local charities have benefitted from the annual Rotary Tree of Light situated each festive period outside the Congress Theatre.
Bright Sparks Nursery children become authors for an unforgettable World Book Day
Nursery children at Langney Primary Academy, in Eastbourne and part of Swale Academies Trust, have been enjoying a week of imagination and creativity as they celebrate World Book Day.
Plans approved for new spa/nail treatment facilities at Eastbourne hotel
Plans have been approved for new spa/nail treatment facilities at an Eastbourne hotel.
​​Eastbourne​ care home named one of the best in ​South East England​ by residents and families
A care home in ​Eastbourne​ has been recognised as one of the best in ​South East England​, following positive feedback from residents and their families.
‘The lads are giving everything’ – Robbie Blake praises Eastbourne Borough players as they bid for great escape
Eastbourne Borough interim manager Robbie Blake has praised his side’s mentality in a week that’s brought a crucial 2-1 National League South win away to Hampton and Richmond and a Sussex Senior Cup quarter-final victory at home to Horsham YM.
Eastbourne charity praises MP Josh Babarinde for his ‘warmth and kindness’
Last Friday, Eastbourne MP Josh Babarinde – with other invited guests – attended the annual Tree of Light presentations in Old Town. The event was held at The SASBAH/JPK Hub at 39 Church Street – home to the Sussex Association for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus. And each weekday, members of th...
2026 Eastbourne Half Marathon: Here are the roads that will close for the event
Eastbourne Half Marathon comes to town this Sunday (March 8) and there were will be a number of road closures in place to ensure the event is run safely.
Cuckmere Haven named ‘the best beach’ to visit in spring
Cuckmere Haven has been named the best beach to visit this spring by outdoor experts.
Eastbourne care home residents enjoy a trip to the cinema
Residents of Coppice Court Care Home in Eastbourne, East Sussex, had a memorable day out recently with a trip to their local Cineworld cinema. Veronica (Ronnie) Dowdell and Barry Wood, who share a love of Elvis Presley, were delighted to attend a special screening of Epic: Elvis Presley in Concert.
In Pictures: ‘Charming bungalow’ close to Willingson listed for sale
Take a look inside this ‘charming bungalow’ close to Willingdon has been listed for sale on Zoopla.
The Beacon launches Community Support Guide to help Eastbourne residents access essential services
The Beacon is proud to launch a new Community Support Guide, providing Eastbourne residents with an easy, one-stop way to access vital local and national support services.
Shinewater Primary School celebrates World Book Day
Pupils at Shinewater Primary School in Langney, part of Swale Academies Trust, celebrated World Book Day with a range of creative and engaging activities designed to spark their love of reading.
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Hastings Philharmonic Choir offer choral masterpieces
Hastings Philharmonic Choir will perform a programme of choral masterpieces appropriate for the Easter season at their next concert.
Eastbourne charity praises MP Josh Babarinde for his 'warmth and kindness'
Last Friday, Eastbourne MP Josh Babarinde - with other invited guests - attended the annual Tree of Light presentations in Old Town.
Resident finds renewed purpose as Roger the Mailman at Eastbourne care home
A much-loved resident at Coppice Court Care Home in Eastbourne, East Sussex, has found a heartwarming new sense of purpose thanks to a simple but meaningful daily role.
Sussex traffic and travel: Traffic signal failure on A259; 'severe' delays on A27
Here’s your travel update across Sussex for the morning of Thursday, March 5.
Opinion: ‘What I love about Eastbourne is that parts of it are so clean’
OPINION by Sally Brockway – she has been writing in the Daily Mail about places in Sussex. This is her view of Eastbourne: They call it ‘God’s waiting room’, and my London friends were horrified when I announced I was moving to Eastbourne. They said there’d be nothing to do, and I wouldnâ€...