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This week we report on a new mural that has appeared on Bexhill seafront made by an internationally-renowned artist. The full story can be found on page three.

A cafe in Battle has also left the Eat Out to Help Out scheme, citing impatient customers as a reason for its decision.

Bexhill and Battle MP, Huw Merriman has also waded into the face masks at school debate, criticising the Government and telling ministers to ‘get a grip’. The full story is on page five.

Tributes have also been paid to the headteacher of Battle Abbey Prep School in Bexhill, who lost her fight against cancer. See page nine.

Our round-up of GCSE results for 1066 Country can be also found in our double-page spread in today’s paper, where we celebrate students’ achievements.

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