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Action plan to tackle park vandalism to be drawn up
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News
BREAKING NEWS: Rideout sentenced to 10 years in jail for ‘systematic’ child abuse
A former priest has been sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for the “systematic” sexual abuse of vulnerable children.
BREAKING NEWS: Former vicar Rideout found guilty of child sex abuse
Former priest Gordon Rideout has been found guilty of 36 out of the 37 child sex abuse charges he was on trial for – including two of attempted rape.
Police hope Rideout sentencing will bring some ‘closure’ to victims
Police have paid tribute to the courage of the victims in the trial of Gordon Rideout – and hope the verdict and sentencing have brought them some closure.
It took “great courage” for Rideout victims to speak out – Barnado’s
After former priest Gordon Rideout was found guilty of 36 charges of child sex abuse today (Monday, May 20), a Barnado’s boss has praised the courage of the victims in speaking out.
Rideout the cause of ‘immeasurable suffering’ – says Bishop
The Bishop of Chichester said former priest Gordon Rideout had been the cause of ‘immeasurable and destructive suffering’ after he was found guilty of 36 counts of child sex abuse today (May 20).
Massive search after 999 call
A 999 call from a man who said he was lost on the beach and had taken an overdose prompted a massive search in the early hours of this morning (May 20).
Sport
Home event is a welcome relief for jet set star Konta video
Local tennis star Johanna Konta is thrilled to compete in her home event next month at the Aegon International in Eastbourne.
BBC cameras return to Devonshire Park
The BBC has signed a deal with the LTA to cover the Aegon International in Eastbourne this June after a five year break, showcasing tennis from some of the world’s top male and female players.
Budget cuts for Borough
During a week when Eastbourne Borough Football Club reduced Tommy Widdrington’s player budget by 15 per cent, wealthy Kuwaiti investment company KEH Holdings turned their attentions to Blue Square South rivals Ebbsfleet.
Widdrington keen on fab five
Eastbourne Borough boss Tommy Widdrington is keen to thrash out deals with five of his most consistent performers from last season.
Wilson linked to Lewes hotseat
Former Eastbourne Borough manager Garry Wilson has been linked to the vacant managerial position at Lewes.
Legend Baker calls time on 952 match Borough career
EASTBORNE Borough legend Darren Baker received his last of many awards at the club’s annual dinner to bring the curtain down on an incredible 21 seasons with the club.
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Potholes gone from Devonshire Place video
A busy town centre road was closed for resurfacing works this week, after a number of harsh winters led to potholes across the town.
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Lifestyle
Murder and mystery at the Dev Park Theatre
Eastbourne Theatres are delighted to be working with the critically acclaimed Brighton-based production company Talking Scarlet to produce Murder In The Park – A Season of Thrillers at the Devonshire Park Theatre from June 4-29.
High Society at Congress
Cole Porter’s timeless classic High Society will be at the Congress Theatre from June 18-22 in a dazzling new production from the acclaimed producers of The King and I.
Phoenix’s summer show
2007 proved a glorious year for one of England’s foremost current composers - John Rutter, for in that year he received a CBE in the New Year’s Honours list for his services to music. His joyous Magnificat will feature in Phoenix Choir’s summer concert. That year was also a happy celebration for Michael Fields, since this saw the premiere of his own composition Midsummer Mass.
Ex-Hearsay singer to star in Priscilla Queen of the Desert
The fabulous Priscilla Queen of the Desert sashays into the Congress Theatre this summer from August 12-17 starring Noel Sullivan.
Welsh singing star at the Hippodrome
Welsh singing star Sophie Evans will be coming to the Royal Hippodrome Theatre on June 8.
The Billy Fury Years
2013 marks the 30th anniversary of Billy Fury’s untimely death and the music of Britain’s own Elvis, is celebrated by Michael King and his fantastic musicians in The Billy Fury Years, at Congress Theatre, Eastbourne on Friday, May 24.
Community
Fundraising fair is the cat’s whiskers
The Friends of Eastbourne Adoption Centre held a successful spring fair at the Cats Protection Hailsham site. A total of £1,445 was raised which will go towards helping cats and kittens. See The Gazette for more photos.
Garden talk at the Clergy House
Garden enthusiasts can embark on a tour of the garden at Alfriston Clergy House by gardener Pete Keefe on May 21 (11.30am). The talk is free but normal admission charges do apply. For more information call 871961.
School reunion party
An Eastbourne Grammar and High School reunion for anyone who left in 1979 (year five) or 1981 (sixth form) is being held at Bibendum’s function room on June 8 (7.30pm).
Celebration mass for Father Seamus
A Golden Jubilee Mass and Celebration will be held in honour of Father Seamus Hester at Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Church in Eastbourne next month.
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Tuesday 21 May 2013
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