Restaurant owner Rafiqul Islam denied a drinks license due to repeated rule breaches and lack of trust from Brighton and Hove council. Brighton Councillors Deny Restaurant Drinks Licence After Rule Breaches A restaurant owner in Brighton wanted a new drinks license. Council members said no. Rafiqul Islam owns Cardamom restaurant. The police and council do…
Trees are cut to prevent disease spread. Ash dieback and elm disease affect local parks, prompting action. Brighton Trees Felled: Disease Control in Hollingbury & Stanmer Brighton is cutting down hundreds of trees. They want to stop diseases from spreading. Ash dieback and elm disease are present. These diseases impact Hollingbury Woods, Wild Park, and…
The Sea Life Centre in Brighton has opened a new rehabilitation facility for rescuing and caring for sea turtles. Brighton Opens New Rehab Centre for Washed Up Sea Turtles Brighton’s Sea Life Centre has opened a turtle rehab, dedicated to helping washed-up sea turtles. Barnacle Bill is the first patient, having been rescued near Guensey…
Major sentences dealt in Bucks courts this January include cases of dangerous driving, robbery, murder, and rape. Buckinghamshire Courts January Sentencings: Key Cases Roundup Many people faced sentencing in Buckinghamshire courts early in 2025. The Bucks Free Press covered some major cases in January. Russell Brand, an actor and comedian, was due in court. He…
Parents seek more support for disabled children citing inadequate services. They rallied for better childcare and respite. Parents Demand More Help For Disabled Kids From Brighton Council A mom says childcare for disabled kids is bad. She thinks short breaks and respite are also inadequate. Natalie Woods spoke to the Brighton and Hove City Council.…
RNLI seeks lifeguards for Brighton & Hove beaches following a new agreement with the council. Protecting visitors this summer. Lifeguard Jobs Open Under New RNLI Contract in Brighton and Hove The RNLI needs lifeguards to work on beaches. They will patrol Brighton and Hove this summer. The charity now runs the city’s lifeguard service. They…
Longrain on Church Road gets an alcohol licence, but closing hours are earlier than requested. Cafe Gets Alcohol Licence But Limited Late Opening in Brighton A café bar got an alcohol license. The owner couldn’t get the 1 am closing time they wanted. Longrain, on Church Road, can sell alcohol until certain times. They can…
Former editor Greg Hadfield denies sending an offensive tweet to Fiona Sharpe. He faces trial in June. Ex Editor Denies Menacing Tweet to Jewish Campaigner in Brighton Case A former editor says he didn’t send an offensive tweet. Greg Hadfield, age 68, faces a trial in June. They banned him from mentioning Fiona Sharpe. This…
A jury acquitted a man accused of attacking his mother in her Hove home. He claimed self-defense during turmoil. Man Found Not Guilty of Attacking His Mother at Hove Home, Brighton A jury found a man not guilty of attacking his mom. The incident occurred at her Hove home. Richard Hearnden said Alex Neill hurt…
Parents are protesting inadequate support for special needs children. They cite insufficient childcare, breaks, and holiday help. Parents Protest Shortage of Breaks for Special Needs Kids Parents need more breaks for kids with special needs. A group, SEND Us A Break, will protest and plans to rally outside Hove Town Hall before a budget discussion.…