News
‘Artificial’ lake plans are vetoed by national park authority
A kidney-shaped lake proposed for a countryside location near Chichester would look ‘artificial’ in a historic parkland setting, the South Downs National Park Authority has ruled.
West Sussex flies rainbow flag for IDAHO
THE multi-coloured rainbow flag, international symbol of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, was flying from West Sussex County Council buildings today (Thursday, May 17).
Chichester Cathedral peregrine chicks ringed
THE Chichester Cathedral peregrine chicks have been ringed.
TRAVEL NEWS: delays expected on A27 in Arundel
MOTORISTS travelling along the A27 westbound have been warned to allow for slight delays to their journeys, this afternoon (Thursday, May 17).
Walkers needed for St Wilfrid’s walk
SPEND a night on the town - by taking part in the Silver Moonlight Walk in aid of St Wilfrid’s Hospice.
Sport
Polo: England team announced as USA visit Cowdray Park
The HPA and Cowdray Park Polo Club have announced the team members of the Audi-sponsored England side who will play in the first of the UK’s international matches of 2012, the St Regis International Cup, this Saturday.
Middleton happy to start season - especially with a win over Arundel
Middleton’s clash with league leaders Arundel in Sussex division three west was a brilliant spectacle for Sussex League cricket.
Bognor batter poor Pagham
Bognor battered poor Pagham in their first derby of the season in division three west.
Hockey: Chichester enjoy their Sussex Cup repeat show
This season’s Sussex Cup final was a repeat of last year’s with Chichester visiting Lewes - and Chichester were victorious again.
West Sussex athletes battle against elements for top marks at Portsmouth
PUPILS had to battle against some of the worst conditions seen in the history of the West Sussex West track and field championships.
Video
Sussex Online TV What’s on around the county video
THIS week on Sussex Online TV – the Brighton Festival is now in full swing and we take a look at some of the unusual events taking place.
Lifestyle
Cash injection for Chichester Festival Theatre announced
CHICHESTER’S Festival Theatre is to receive a funding boost from Arts Council England.
Southampton catches a big Fish...
Derek W Dick, better known as Fish, takes in The Brook in Southampton on Monday May 21 (023 8055 5366) = the latest date in a long career.
Spiers and Boden head for Southampton
Acclaimed performers Spiers and Boden play The Brook, Southampton on
Thursday, May 17 (tickets on 023 8055 5366).
Buster’s still having the best fun...
Bad Manners frontman Buster Bloodvessel just hates it when you see a band going through the motions.
Tipping the balance Sir Michael’s way in Brighton
Sir Michael Tippett’s works have seen a little bit of a dip in interest since his death in 1998.
Community
LAURA CARTLEDGE Life’s Like That...Who needs special effects with such old-fashioned fun to be had?
The last time I went to the circus I was so little I can’t remember it.
West Sussex grass cutting programme delays
WEST Sussex County Council has said its grass cutting programme is “about nine days behind normal schedule” because of the wet weather this spring.
1 commentPHIL PACKER 2012 Miles...A warm welcome from the north
I have now hit the 111th day of the BRIT 2012 Challenge and I am currently in the north east of England and have 1,180 miles left to go. Over the past week on the road I have had the opportunity to walk at special schools in Redcar and Middlesbrough, schools in Stockton-on-Tees, Durham University, Darlington Rugby Club and with the Scout Association in Hartlepool. The warm welcome from the north has been fantastic.
Homes in Lavant given the go-ahead
Prospects of a ‘Lavchester’ conurbation, with Lavant becoming a suburb of the city in future years, have moved closer after a decision by district councillors.
Youngsters’ art goes on display at Chichester’s prestigious gallery
BUDDING Picassos and Monets from across Chichester were full of pride when they saw artwork they created for a competition displayed at the prestigious Pallant House Gallery,
- Council wants views on North Mundham housing plan
- VOTE: Should there be a crackdown on cycling in the city centre?
- Police say crime drops after arrest of illegal immigrants in Chichester
- Chichester University to come up with uses for Bognor’s empty shops
- People’s boat makes it to the water at Thornham Marina
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Weather for Chichester
Friday 18 May 2012
Today
Light rain
Temperature: 11 C to 13 C
Wind Speed: 16 mph
Wind direction: South east
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Temperature: 9 C to 15 C
Wind Speed: 17 mph
Wind direction: South west
