News
Work on white lines will start this June
Work will start on re-lining roads in Peacehaven and Telscombe that have become worn through use on Monday June 3.
It’s the end of an era as East County Record Office in Lewes closes for last time
An historic record office building is preparing to close its doors for the final time – as the service moves to a new, state-of-the-art facility.
Police success on Wealden heating oil thefts
There have been no more reported thefts of heating oil in Wealden since police stopped a van and arrested two men in the first week of Operation Zeero.
Herstmonceux school girl’s charity 33-mile bike ride inspired by ill gran
A schoolgirl has helped raise more than £1,000 for charity by taking part in a sponsored cycle ride across London.
Museum opens for new season
The Hailsham Heritage Centre has reopened for the 2013 season with a host of new exhibitions and historical items.
Peacehaven Town Council prepares for open gardens event
An open gardens event will be held in Peacehaven this year, instead of the Garden of the Year competition.
Sport
From the back pages, May 23: Chelsea in pole position to land £80m Ronaldo after former Real president Calderon dismisses United return
Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon has raised the prospect of Cristiano Ronaldo following Jose Mourinho to Chelsea... after dismissing Manchester United’s chances of re-signing the Portuguese star. (Daily Mail)
SLIDESHOW: Sussex v Somerset Day 1: Magoffin magic has Sussex in control at lunch video
A magical spell of swing bowling from Steve Magoffin has Sussex well on top against Somerset after the first session at Horsham.
From the back pages, May 22: Manchester City partner New York Yankees to form MLS club
MANCHESTER CITY have set new ground by becoming the first Premier League club to own a Major League Soccer team. (The Express)
Shields not returning to Eagles
Adam Shields will not be returning to the Eastbourne Lifestyle Eagles team and will be returning to Australia.
Bowls: Buxted Park celebrate brilliant weekend of wins in competitions
Buxted Park have had a brilliant weekend of wins in competitions last week.
Cycling: Strong Lewes Wanderers team heads to Hampshire
A strong Lewes team headed to Hampshire to compete in the Charloteville 50-mile time trial based around Bentley.
Video
SLIDESHOW: Sussex v Somerset Day 1: Magoffin magic has Sussex in control at lunch video
A magical spell of swing bowling from Steve Magoffin has Sussex well on top against Somerset after the first session at Horsham.
Lifestyle
Modernised and extended cottage in exceptional waterside location
This iconic waterside property commands outstanding views of Emsworth Harbour and has been beautifully restored, modernised and extended, providing a rare opportunity to live in this exceptional location.
Review: The Kite Runner, Brighton Festival, until Saturday May 25
The performances were so powerful and the story so amazing, there was a standing ovation for The Kite Runner on Tuesday May 21.
Review: The Bullet Catch, Brighton Festival, Sunday May 19, written and performed by Rob Drummond
Rob Drummond takes the audience through the history of the infamous bullet catch, a stunt so dangerous it has claimed the lives of several magicians - even the great Houdini refused to perform it because of the risks.
A profound solo show
Artichoke Artgroup promise poignant physical theatre in a fast-paced and profound solo performance for the Brighton Fringe.
Film review: The Great Gatsby (8 out of 10)
We need to be thankful for directors in the mould of Baz Luhrmann. It would be a dull on-screen world without them.
Songwriter brings ballads to Worthing
Celebrated folk-inspired singer-songwriter and virtuoso fiddler Seth Lakeman presents tracks from his latest album Tales from the Barrel House during an intimate evening at Worthing’s Connaught Theatre (Wednesday, May 22, 8pm).
Community
I want to do what I can to help others, Chipsters!
HOW are you? Are you looking forward to your half-term holiday?
The ‘clowns’ now direct the circus
What the Conservatives called “the clowns” has now backfired on them in a spectacular manner.
Putting party before the person
May I start by congratulating Claire Dowling at her recent local election victory and wish her well in representing our lovely town at the county council.
Labour now second party in Lewes
The results in the Lewes Town ward elections show an interesting story which you didn’t report on your website.
Campaign to help plight of workers
We hear of the recent terrible disaster that has occurred in the factory located in Bangladesh.
Solar farm - Fight ruined land and wasted cash
Mr Campbell (director of Ovesco, May 10) is clearly upset that Ringmer residents are objecting to the Vogt Solar Farm, half the area of Ringmer within the National Park (see Vogt’s site plan above).
- From the back pages, May 23: Chelsea in pole position to land £80m Ronaldo after former Real president Calderon dismisses United return
- VIDEO ‘Trevor the Seal’ pays a visit to Seaford beach
- Lewes to Uckfield rail link is moving further down the track
- Review: The Kite Runner, Brighton Festival, until Saturday May 25
- Bandit breaks back into Drusillas Zoo after three week ‘vacation’ in Alfriston area
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Weather for Lewes
Thursday 23 May 2013
Today
Light showers
Temperature: 4 C to 11 C
Wind Speed: 21 mph
Wind direction: North west
Tomorrow
Light showers
Temperature: 5 C to 11 C
Wind Speed: 26 mph
Wind direction: North west
