Bexhill News
Bexhill Horse Show
GETTING all geed up for next Monday’s Late May Bank Holiday are the organisers of the annual Bexhill Horse Show, now in its 110th year.
Dzien dobry, dobry, dobry! Meet Polish PCSO Amir
WHEN Amir Nasir arrived in Bexhill from Poland almost 10 years ago, he could never have imagined he would end up being a custodian of English law.
Gulls’ nests removed from Sidley care home roof
Several gulls’ nests containing eggs or even chicks were removed this week from the roof of Thornwood care home in Turkey Road.
Appeal for room to decorate by animal charity fundraiser
A local solicitor has hit on a unique way to raise funds for charity.
Street pastors’ ranks swelled by newcomers
A WHOLE year has passed since Bexhill’s street pastors first ventured onto the town’s streets late each Friday evening.
Regional News
Fatboy Slim to headline Bestival
Fatboy Slim has been announced as the final headliner for Bestival's 10th anniversary event on the Isle of Wight
Atomic group admits safety failings
The Atomic Weapons Establishment, which makes and maintains warheads for the UK's Trident nuclear deterrent, has admitted putting employees at risk at a site in Berkshire.
Seafarers become Dementia Friends
A maritime care home in Surrey has joined the national Dementia Friends campaign as part of its on-going drive to both expand its specialist care provision and provide a wider support network for the families of residents suffering from the disease.
Thousands cheer marines' homecoming
A mother-of-five from Hastings travelled to Somerset with 13 members of her family to welcome home Royal Marines from their final deployment in Afghanistan.
'Inspirational' teacher wins award
An "inspirational" Kent headteacher has won the Pearson Teaching Award for Headteacher of the Year in a Primary School in the South East of England.
News in Video
VIDEO: Hastings Runners 5 Mile Race video
The eighth annual running of the Hastings Runners Five Mile Race took place this morning (Sunday).
Sussex businesses encouraged to celebrate workplace learning video
Local businesses and organisations are being urged to nominate their star workplace learners for the Sussex Learning Awards.
Singing the Bexhill Blues video
It’s a long way from Memphis but now local musician Bill Fellows is singing his own brand of heartfelt blues. He has written and recorded Bexhill Blues in advance of the download release in June of his EP Tyranny Of Cool by The Poor Relations, under Coldstone Records.
National News
Singer 'fine' after new car drama
Chart star George Michael has been airlifted to hospital for treatment to head injuries after a motorway accident - the latest car drama for the troubled singer.
Tribute to 'beautiful' daughter
The father of a 20-month-old toddler who was found dead at a house has spoken of the loss of his "uniquely beautiful" daughter who meant the world to him.
'Dismay' over Litvinenko ruling
The widow of poisoned spy Alexander Litvinenko has accused a coroner of abandoning his search for the truth about Russian state responsibility for her husband's death.
Dead children name usage 'common'
It was "common practice" for undercover police officers within Scotland Yard to use dead children's identities, an investigation has found.
Bridger's 'mental block' over body
The man accused of murdering April Jones told police he had a "mental block" about what happened to her body, a jury has heard.
Observer Comment
Bye, ciao, au revior, auf wiedersehen to the Euro
Welcome the new (Dutch) king! As a strong Euro believer I thought I would never say this; but as the crisis has finally hit the West-European countries big time, more Germans, Dutch and others want the Euro to go.
Testing times at the town’s largest school
THE news that Bexhill High has been placed under special measures has caused a huge reaction in the town.
Letters
Improvements needed in Old Town
I HAVE seen no mention of any involvement by the Old Town Preservation Society in the discussions about the development of the Bell Hotel.
Praise for Cllr Patten
READERS will know that Bexhill’s seafront constructions (the so-called Next Wave project) that have occupied us all for the last three years, and seemingly never ever being finished, have proved highly controversial, essentially for their obvious failure to be thought through by anybody.
A case for change
IT WAS interesting to see the results of the county council elections. It gave the Conservatives who lost their seats a clear message that residents want change.
Rubbish spelling
I recently visited the public refuse tip for the first time for a long while, and found a smart new facility.
1 commentLabour candidates thanks
WE WISH to thank all those people who voted for us and express our appreciation for the trust you have shown in us.
Business News
The Business Coach with Laura Murphy: It’s a takeover
Question: “I was approached out of the blue by someone who wanted to buy my company. What should I do?” Mike
Locate East Sussex is ready to for relaunch
Two local organisations have won a contract to relaunch Locate East Sussex, the one-stop shop designed to attract new business investment in the county.
New partners appointed to local law firm
In recognition of their outstanding contribution to the success of the firm, solicitors Cara Sheppard, Jamie Salvidge and Debra Frazer have accepted invitations to become partners in leading East Sussex law firm Gaby Hardwicke.
The Business Coach with Laura Murphy: Criticism has demoralised me
Question: “I thought I was doing quite well but now my boss has criticised my work. I’m shocked and don’t know what to do next.” Sarah
Showbiz
Bieber faces pet monkey deadline
Justin Bieber has just hours to reclaim his pet monkey from the animal shelter where it has been since it was seized by German customs, officials say, but he will have to pay thousands for the two-month stay even if he doesn't take the animal back.
Womack set for Albert Square return
Samantha Womack is to return to EastEnders two years after featuring in a controversial storyline that left her so stressed she needed to take a break.
Making Your Mind Up Gets Top Vote
Bucks Fizz hit Making Your Mind Up has been named the nation's favourite UK Eurovision song more than three decades after its triumph.
Denmark tipped to win Eurovision
Favourites Denmark could prove a disaster for bookies if they land their predicted win at the Eurovision Song Contest tomorrow night.
Idol finale has record low ratings
Ratings for the American Idol finale plunged to a record low for the 12-year-old show.
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Weather for Bexhill-on-Sea
Monday 20 May 2013
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Light rain
Temperature: 12 C to 17 C
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