News
BREAKING NEWS: Eastbourne doorman convicted of rape
A pub doorman has been found guilty of rape and will be sentenced this afternoon (Monday).
Eastbourne dad jailed after admitting daughter’s manslaughter
An Eastbourne dad who admitted the manslaughter of his toddler daughter has been jailed for two years.
Forrest trial: schoolgirl in court
The schoolgirl involved in the Jeremy Forrest abduction case has told the court her 30-year-old maths teacher travelled to France with her because he feared for her safety.
Eastbourne trio in Queen’s Honours List
Three people from the Eastbourne area have been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List at the weekend.
Police appeal for female witness after Eastbourne pensioner’s death following fall
The family of an Eastbourne pensioner who died after falling from his mobility scooter in the town last week have paid tribute to him.
Have you claimed your pension cash?
Eastbourne MP Stephen Lloyd is calling on any constituents who had pensions with Equitable Life to make sure they get the compensation promised to them by the government – before it is too late.
Sport
Watson back to her best
An impressive performance from Britain’s Heather Watson saw her progress to the second round of the AEGON International in straight sets.
Watson, Ivanovic and Verdasco all in Monday action
Heather Watson, Ana Ivanovic, Alexandr Dolgopolov and Fernando Verdasco are set to light up Centre Court at the Aegon International on Monday June 17.
Q&A with Laura Robson
You’ve recently become female British number 1 – how does that feel, especially with Wimbledon fast approaching?
Which Radwanska will turn up this year?
Last year’s AEGON International was undoubtedly one for the underdogs as lower-ranked players took their chance to shine while the top seeds crashed and burned.
Gilles aims to stand tall against grass court giants
Gilles Simon will be hoping to put truth to the saying ‘the best things come in small packages’ when he returns to Devonshire Park as the top seed in this year’s AEGON International tournament.
Video
Tamira walks on the wild side video
Aegon International defending champion Tamira Paszek took a walk on the wild side at the Aegon International on Saturday, coming face to face with some furry, prickly and scaly friends from local wildlife park Drusillas.
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Lifestyle
Red herrings abound in Durbridge mystery
This was the second play in the popular four-week Murder in the Park season produced by talking Scarlet in association with Eastbourne Theatres.
Strings for All Workshops and masterclasses
South East string players of all ages and abilities are signing up to the first ever summer Strings for All workshops and masterclasses to be held at the Birley Centre, Eastbourne College.
Shadows undercover at Little Barn Theatre
The Undercover Shadows are making an appearance at the Barn Theatre, Seaford on Sunday (June 16), performing hits from the world’s foremost instrumentals band The Shadows, intermingled with songs from Cliff Richard.
Stagecoach charity spectacular
Stagecoach Eastbourne are busy working towards a Bigger Stages Charity Spectacular at the Pavilion Theatre, Worthing, on Sunday, June 23. Students aged 6 to 18 from Stagecoach Eastbourne and seven other Stagecoach schools will come together to make a “Sussex by the Seaside Extravaganza”.
Organ recital
Jonathan Hope, organ scholar at Winchester Cathedral, will be playing at a Festival Organ Recital at St Andrew’s, Blackwater Road, Eastbourne, on Wednesday, June 19 (7.30pm).
Queen tribute night at the Bandstand
The world’s most authentic tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen, “Mercury” will take over Eastbourne Bandstand on Friday, June 21.
Community
Groups helped to bid for £1.6 million
Local groups were helped to bid for more than £1.6 million last year by 3VA, the council for voluntary services in Eastbourne, Lewes and Wealden.
Lady Taverners lunch at the Grand
The Lady Taveners annual fundraising lunch is being held at The Grand Hotel on June 19.
Langney panel meeting
St Anthony’s and Langney Point Neighbourhood Panel is meeting on June 18 (7pm) at Tollgate Community School.
Staff go Whole Hog for cause
A team from the Hydro Hotel raised charity case by going the Whole Hog on a 10k assault course.
Fundraising day for cats in Arndale
The Friends of Eastbourne Adoption Centre raised £334 – and awareness – with a table sale in the Arndale Centre on June 1.
Free tennis coaching at the local girls school
Moira House Girls School is offering free tennis coaching on June 24.
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Weather for Eastbourne
Tuesday 18 June 2013
Today
Cloudy
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Wind Speed: 12 mph
Wind direction: South west
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Thunderstorm
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