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Graffiti sprayed across the metal security shutters of Pharmacy Requirements in Sidley following overnight vandalism.

Three Sidley businesses targeted by graffiti in early morning vandalism

14 Jul 2026

Three businesses in Sidley were targeted with graffiti during the early hours of Saturday morning, with the incident now reported to Sussex Police.

Police investigate suspected arson after fire at the former convent site on Magdalen Road, Hastings.

Two boys arrested after fire at former convent in Hastings

10 Jul 2026

Update – Friday 10 July 2026: Sussex Police have confirmed they are treating Thursday evening's fire at the former convent site on Magdalen Road, Hastings, as suspected arson. Two boys, aged 13 and 14, have been arrested as enquiries continue.

Fire at the former convent site on Magdalen Road in Hastings with emergency services in attendance

Fire breaks out at former convent site on Magdalen Road

9 Jul 2026

Emergency services are responding to a fire at the former convent site on Magdalen Road in Hastings this evening (9 July 2026), with smoke seen rising from the vacant building.

Burnt caravan, damaged car and partially destroyed beach hut at Cinque Ports Way in St Leonards-on-Sea following an early morning fire.

Caravan Destroyed in Early Morning Fire at Cinque Ports Way, St Leonards

21 Jun 2026

A caravan was destroyed and nearby property damaged following an early morning fire at Cinque Ports Way in St Leonards-on-Sea. Police remain at the scene and the road remains closed while investigations continue.

Overturned vehicle on Sedlescombe Road North in Hastings with police, ambulance and fire crews at the scene.

Road Reopened After Earlier Crash on Sedlescombe Road North

17 Jun 2026

A vehicle overturned on Sedlescombe Road North in Hastings earlier today, prompting a response from police, ambulance and fire crews. The road has since reopened and traffic has returned to normal. The cause of the incident and details of any injuries have not been confirmed.

Collapsed roof at residential property on Ashburnham Road in Hastings

Roof collapse closes Ashburnham Road in Hastings as emergency services respond

24 May 2026

A roof collapse in Hastings has forced the closure of Ashburnham Road, with emergency services spending several hours at the scene.

Vote counting underway at De La Warr Pavilion as councillors await results

8 May 2026

The local election vote count is now underway at the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill, with dozens of counters and spectators gathered inside.

Mountain Warehouse sign installed at former Poundland store in Ravenside Retail Park Bexhill

Mountain Warehouse opens early in Bexhill after final push to complete store

1 May 2026

Mountain Warehouse has opened its new Bexhill store earlier than planned, following a final push to complete work inside the former Poundland unit at Ravenside.

Blightys snack wagon at Parker Building Supplies in Bexhill after being given notice to leave

Popular Bexhill snack wagon given two weeks’ notice after 13 years at Parker’s site

30 Apr 2026

A well-known snack wagon in Bexhill has been told to leave its long-standing pitch, leaving the owner facing an uncertain future.

Emergency service vehicles at the scene with the road closed and cordons in place as police and fire crews respond to the incident.

Emergency Incident Closes Sedlescombe Road North in St Leonards

29 Apr 2026

Sedlescombe Road North has been closed this afternoon (29 April) as emergency services respond to an ongoing incident near the BP garage.