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Just published: the last of three features by community researchers trained by the Eastbourne Reporter to delve into their neighbourhood.
This feature investigates a world of silent reading and polished parquet floors in a library on Seaside, one of 800 to close in the last 15 years
This feature investigates a world of silent reading and polished parquet floors in a library on Seaside, one of 800 to close in the last 15 years
Treasured memories of quiet spaces, a famous author and a goldmine of books
This research is part of the Discover, Celebrate, Grow programme funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking ten years of Devonshire Collective. This is the last of three features by communi...
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October 8, 2026 at 10:58 AM
Just published: the last of three features by community researchers trained by the Eastbourne Reporter to delve into their neighbourhood.
This feature investigates a world of silent reading and polished parquet floors in a library on Seaside, one of 800 to close in the last 15 years
This feature investigates a world of silent reading and polished parquet floors in a library on Seaside, one of 800 to close in the last 15 years
Our collab with Devonshire Collective continues with this great feature about the history behind a creative studio site
The mystery past of a creative corner of Eastbourne
This research is part of the Discover, Celebrate, Grow programme funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking ten years of Devonshire Collective. This is the second of three features by commu...
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October 7, 2026 at 9:29 AM
Our collab with Devonshire Collective continues with this great feature about the history behind a creative studio site
The opening show of the autumn season at Eastbourne Theatres is a tried and tested, star-studded darkly funny thriller.
The Other Side of Murder is the third in a “murder trilogy” after the previous productions: Murder in the Dark and Murder at Midnight.
Here's our verdict on the staged mayhem
The Other Side of Murder is the third in a “murder trilogy” after the previous productions: Murder in the Dark and Murder at Midnight.
Here's our verdict on the staged mayhem
REVIEW: The Other Side of Murder
By Paul Bromley, volunteer theatre reviewer
The opening show of the autumn season from Eastbourne Theatres is a tried and tested, star-studded darkly funny thriller.
The Other Side of Murder is the ...
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October 6, 2026 at 10:46 AM
The opening show of the autumn season at Eastbourne Theatres is a tried and tested, star-studded darkly funny thriller.
The Other Side of Murder is the third in a “murder trilogy” after the previous productions: Murder in the Dark and Murder at Midnight.
Here's our verdict on the staged mayhem
The Other Side of Murder is the third in a “murder trilogy” after the previous productions: Murder in the Dark and Murder at Midnight.
Here's our verdict on the staged mayhem
Community researchers trained by the Eastbourne Reporter delved into the Devonshire ward as part of a project funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking ten years of Devonshire Collective.
This looks at a vanished world when we watched silent movies and newsreels as shared experiences
This looks at a vanished world when we watched silent movies and newsreels as shared experiences
The lost cinemas of Eastbourne
This research is part of the Discover, Celebrate, Grow programme funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking ten years of Devonshire Collective. This is the first of three features by commun...
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October 6, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Community researchers trained by the Eastbourne Reporter delved into the Devonshire ward as part of a project funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking ten years of Devonshire Collective.
This looks at a vanished world when we watched silent movies and newsreels as shared experiences
This looks at a vanished world when we watched silent movies and newsreels as shared experiences
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Well, that's a hell of a thing to leave next to a statue of Joan of Arc.😏
October 6, 2026 at 7:37 AM
Well, that's a hell of a thing to leave next to a statue of Joan of Arc.😏
We will be publishing community researcher stories this week about the histories of buildings in the central Devonshire ward of Eastbourne
Here, we explain our collaboration with Devonshire Collective as part of its 10th anniversary project funded by The National Lottery Fund
Here, we explain our collaboration with Devonshire Collective as part of its 10th anniversary project funded by The National Lottery Fund
The story behind community stories
In the coming days, the Eastbourne Reporter will publish a series of articles that bring to life the histories of buildings in the town’s Devonshire Ward, written by people living in the neighbourhood...
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October 5, 2026 at 9:34 AM
We will be publishing community researcher stories this week about the histories of buildings in the central Devonshire ward of Eastbourne
Here, we explain our collaboration with Devonshire Collective as part of its 10th anniversary project funded by The National Lottery Fund
Here, we explain our collaboration with Devonshire Collective as part of its 10th anniversary project funded by The National Lottery Fund
It's brilliant to see untapped creativity in Eastbourne (no longer God's waiting room) surfacing with this zingy catwalk show at the Towner gallery yesterday
This was a positive, happy event, with some extraordinary designs - check out the fantastic seagull hat in my story!
#eastbourne
This was a positive, happy event, with some extraordinary designs - check out the fantastic seagull hat in my story!
#eastbourne
Joyous fashion showcase lights up Eastbourne
By Rebecca Maer
Designers and models in vibrant costumes sashayed down an Eastbourne catwalk this weekend as creativity took the town by storm.
Tickets for Bourne for the Runway, organised by Crea...
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October 4, 2026 at 1:46 PM
It's brilliant to see untapped creativity in Eastbourne (no longer God's waiting room) surfacing with this zingy catwalk show at the Towner gallery yesterday
This was a positive, happy event, with some extraordinary designs - check out the fantastic seagull hat in my story!
#eastbourne
This was a positive, happy event, with some extraordinary designs - check out the fantastic seagull hat in my story!
#eastbourne
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This deserves an honourary knighthood
September 30, 2026 at 11:07 AM
This deserves an honourary knighthood
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An interview with former Labour leader Neil Kinnock was a reunion for our writer @paulbromley.bsky.social who covered the politics of the 1980s and 1990s as a national political reporter @pamedia.bsky.social
#eastbourne
#eastbourne
Eastbourne ‘a cut above’ other seaside areas, says former Labour leader
By Paul Bromley, volunteer writer and former national political journalist
Neil Kinnock has praised the glories of Eastbourne as a strong seaside town which has sustained itself in comparison to othe...
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September 29, 2026 at 6:19 PM
An interview with former Labour leader Neil Kinnock was a reunion for our writer @paulbromley.bsky.social who covered the politics of the 1980s and 1990s as a national political reporter @pamedia.bsky.social
#eastbourne
#eastbourne
An interview with former Labour leader Neil Kinnock was a reunion for our writer @paulbromley.bsky.social who covered the politics of the 1980s and 1990s as a national political reporter @pamedia.bsky.social
#eastbourne
#eastbourne
Eastbourne ‘a cut above’ other seaside areas, says former Labour leader
By Paul Bromley, volunteer writer and former national political journalist
Neil Kinnock has praised the glories of Eastbourne as a strong seaside town which has sustained itself in comparison to othe...
www.eastbournereporter.co.uk
September 29, 2026 at 6:19 PM
An interview with former Labour leader Neil Kinnock was a reunion for our writer @paulbromley.bsky.social who covered the politics of the 1980s and 1990s as a national political reporter @pamedia.bsky.social
#eastbourne
#eastbourne
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To remind everyone @eastsussexcc.bsky.social ,have had for over 10 years , projections of a 10% reductions of car journeys to using bus/walk/cycling, along this Hailsham to Eastbourne corridor - A2270 .
!! Nothing has EVER been achieved !!
www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/...
!! Nothing has EVER been achieved !!
www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/...
New Aldi store and care home in Polegate approved on appeal
The planning appeal for the proposed new supermarket at Eastbourne Road, Polegate has been allowed by the Government's Planning Inspectorate.
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September 29, 2026 at 2:34 PM
To remind everyone @eastsussexcc.bsky.social ,have had for over 10 years , projections of a 10% reductions of car journeys to using bus/walk/cycling, along this Hailsham to Eastbourne corridor - A2270 .
!! Nothing has EVER been achieved !!
www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/...
!! Nothing has EVER been achieved !!
www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/people/...
Lord Kinnock delighted book lovers and political aficionados with an entertaining and enlightening talk as part of Eastbourne's inaugural Literature Festival.
The 84-year-old former Labour leader spent 75 minutes in conversation with author and journalist Deborah O’Donoghue yesterday afternoon
The 84-year-old former Labour leader spent 75 minutes in conversation with author and journalist Deborah O’Donoghue yesterday afternoon
Chapter and verse on Neil Kinnock's favourite books – and his least favourite politicians
By Paul Bromley, volunteer writer and former national political journalist
Lord Kinnock delighted book lovers and political aficionados with an entertaining and enlightening talk as part of the town’...
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September 27, 2026 at 10:51 AM
Lord Kinnock delighted book lovers and political aficionados with an entertaining and enlightening talk as part of Eastbourne's inaugural Literature Festival.
The 84-year-old former Labour leader spent 75 minutes in conversation with author and journalist Deborah O’Donoghue yesterday afternoon
The 84-year-old former Labour leader spent 75 minutes in conversation with author and journalist Deborah O’Donoghue yesterday afternoon
Really enjoyed funny, moving and illuminating conversation with Neil Kinnock at the Eastbourne LitFest with author Deborah O’Donoghue
Full review and our exclusive interview with the former Labour leader to come - by former political reporter Paul Bromley
Full review and our exclusive interview with the former Labour leader to come - by former political reporter Paul Bromley
September 26, 2026 at 6:37 PM
Really enjoyed funny, moving and illuminating conversation with Neil Kinnock at the Eastbourne LitFest with author Deborah O’Donoghue
Full review and our exclusive interview with the former Labour leader to come - by former political reporter Paul Bromley
Full review and our exclusive interview with the former Labour leader to come - by former political reporter Paul Bromley
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Information boards were unveiled today to highlight the history of The View Hotel on Eastbourne seafront and its links to trade unionism.
The hotel opened 50 years ago as the Transport and General Workers’ Union (TGWU) convalescence hotel and conference centre. It is owned by the Unite union
The hotel opened 50 years ago as the Transport and General Workers’ Union (TGWU) convalescence hotel and conference centre. It is owned by the Unite union
Hotel’s trade union links on display
By Paul Bromley
Information boards have been unveiled to highlight the history of The View hotel and its links to trade unionism.
Two panels are now on show on the exterior of the hotel on Eastbour...
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September 22, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Information boards were unveiled today to highlight the history of The View Hotel on Eastbourne seafront and its links to trade unionism.
The hotel opened 50 years ago as the Transport and General Workers’ Union (TGWU) convalescence hotel and conference centre. It is owned by the Unite union
The hotel opened 50 years ago as the Transport and General Workers’ Union (TGWU) convalescence hotel and conference centre. It is owned by the Unite union
Earthenware wine flasks, Saxon brooches, a box of fossils and army uniforms from the 19th Century.
These are among 25,000 objects at a heritage collection store being used to preserve precious artefacts. An open day at the weekend gave visitors - and us - the chance for a nose around
These are among 25,000 objects at a heritage collection store being used to preserve precious artefacts. An open day at the weekend gave visitors - and us - the chance for a nose around
A glimpse of stories from Eastbourne's history
By Rebecca Maer
If you were clearing the attic of a collector with wide-ranging and eclectic tastes, it might look something like the new heritage store in an anonymous grey unit in Hampden Park.
...
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September 22, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Earthenware wine flasks, Saxon brooches, a box of fossils and army uniforms from the 19th Century.
These are among 25,000 objects at a heritage collection store being used to preserve precious artefacts. An open day at the weekend gave visitors - and us - the chance for a nose around
These are among 25,000 objects at a heritage collection store being used to preserve precious artefacts. An open day at the weekend gave visitors - and us - the chance for a nose around
Work on the £11.5 million Black Robin Farm cultural and education centre on the South Downs has been delayed by at least a year.
Development was due to start on the former dairy farm last autumn. According to Eastbourne Borough Council: "The overall vision for the site remains unchanged."
Development was due to start on the former dairy farm last autumn. According to Eastbourne Borough Council: "The overall vision for the site remains unchanged."
Why has work not started at Black Robin Farm?
By Rebecca Maer
Work on the £11.5 million Black Robin Farm cultural and education centre on the South Downs has been delayed by at least a year.
Development was due to start on the former dairy far...
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September 15, 2026 at 9:52 AM
Work on the £11.5 million Black Robin Farm cultural and education centre on the South Downs has been delayed by at least a year.
Development was due to start on the former dairy farm last autumn. According to Eastbourne Borough Council: "The overall vision for the site remains unchanged."
Development was due to start on the former dairy farm last autumn. According to Eastbourne Borough Council: "The overall vision for the site remains unchanged."
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September 11, 2026 at 6:48 AM
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A worker was underpaid by nearly £24,000 over five years by an Eastbourne company, Government figures show.
It is the largest amount any firm owed a single minimum wage worker on the list released this month.
Two other businesses in Eastbourne were also on the list
It is the largest amount any firm owed a single minimum wage worker on the list released this month.
Two other businesses in Eastbourne were also on the list
Minimum wage worker underpaid by £24,000
By Rebecca Maer
A worker was underpaid by nearly £24,000 over five years by an Eastbourne company, Government figures show.
It is the largest amount any firm owed a single minimum wage worker on th...
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September 10, 2026 at 9:02 AM
A worker was underpaid by nearly £24,000 over five years by an Eastbourne company, Government figures show.
It is the largest amount any firm owed a single minimum wage worker on the list released this month.
Two other businesses in Eastbourne were also on the list
It is the largest amount any firm owed a single minimum wage worker on the list released this month.
Two other businesses in Eastbourne were also on the list
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Fascism does not need your support, just your silence.
September 7, 2026 at 2:27 PM
Fascism does not need your support, just your silence.
Bright pink and green plastic-topped tables are not the obvious choice of furniture for a wood-panelled former council committee room
But Eastbourne Town Hall, an imposing Grade-II listed building built in the 1880s, is now the base for Tech Resort after most council services moved out
But Eastbourne Town Hall, an imposing Grade-II listed building built in the 1880s, is now the base for Tech Resort after most council services moved out
Tech team tackle digital exclusion from town hall base
By Rebecca Maer
Bright pink and green plastic-topped tables are not the obvious choice of furniture style for a wood-panelled former council committee room with a stone Victorian fireplace and decora...
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September 7, 2026 at 1:58 PM
Bright pink and green plastic-topped tables are not the obvious choice of furniture for a wood-panelled former council committee room
But Eastbourne Town Hall, an imposing Grade-II listed building built in the 1880s, is now the base for Tech Resort after most council services moved out
But Eastbourne Town Hall, an imposing Grade-II listed building built in the 1880s, is now the base for Tech Resort after most council services moved out
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‘Last year teenage homicides in the capital fell to their joint lowest level (similar to 2012) in almost 30 years. In 2025 you were twice as likely to be stabbed to death in New York as in London.’
economist.com/britain/2026...
economist.com/britain/2026...
London’s approach to knife crime is working
Sadiq Khan has mainstreamed a public-health approach that was previously fringe
economist.com
September 6, 2026 at 4:17 PM
‘Last year teenage homicides in the capital fell to their joint lowest level (similar to 2012) in almost 30 years. In 2025 you were twice as likely to be stabbed to death in New York as in London.’
economist.com/britain/2026...
economist.com/britain/2026...
We talk tough decisions, carpet gardens and heritage assets with Eastbourne Borough Council leader Stephen Holt in a wide-ranging interview
“I will do everything I can to protect services even if we have to do things differently because the alternative was shutdown.”
“I will do everything I can to protect services even if we have to do things differently because the alternative was shutdown.”
Stephen Holt: unpopular decisions stopped a 'disaster' for town
The Eastbourne Reporter talks tough decisions, carpet gardens and heritage assets with Eastbourne Borough Council leader Stephen Holt in a wide-ranging interview
By Rebecca Maer
Stephen Holt is in...
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September 2, 2026 at 12:39 PM
We talk tough decisions, carpet gardens and heritage assets with Eastbourne Borough Council leader Stephen Holt in a wide-ranging interview
“I will do everything I can to protect services even if we have to do things differently because the alternative was shutdown.”
“I will do everything I can to protect services even if we have to do things differently because the alternative was shutdown.”
The first literature festival in Eastbourne is taking place next month, celebrating stories by the sea with more than 40 talks, discussions and events with authors 25-27 September.
We talk books and the life-enhancing power of reading with one of the team behind the three-day festival.
We talk books and the life-enhancing power of reading with one of the team behind the three-day festival.
Literary festival has stories by the sea for all
By Paul Bromley, volunteer arts reviewer
The first literature festival in Eastbourne is taking place next month, with the aim of celebrating stories by the sea.
More than 40 talks, discussions and...
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August 28, 2026 at 12:07 PM
The first literature festival in Eastbourne is taking place next month, celebrating stories by the sea with more than 40 talks, discussions and events with authors 25-27 September.
We talk books and the life-enhancing power of reading with one of the team behind the three-day festival.
We talk books and the life-enhancing power of reading with one of the team behind the three-day festival.
Johnny Cash was an American icon, one of the greatest country singers of all time
He was a man of contradictions and had his demons.But Johnny married June - and their story opened at the Congress Theatre Eastbourne last night.
Our full review, free of ads and gloriously free of AI, is right here
He was a man of contradictions and had his demons.But Johnny married June - and their story opened at the Congress Theatre Eastbourne last night.
Our full review, free of ads and gloriously free of AI, is right here
REVIEW: The Ballad of Johnny & June
By Gary Murray, volunteer theatre reviewer
Johnny Cash was an American icon.
One of the greatest country singers of all time, he was a man of contradictions. A conservative, he could empathise with ...
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August 26, 2026 at 10:40 AM
Johnny Cash was an American icon, one of the greatest country singers of all time
He was a man of contradictions and had his demons.But Johnny married June - and their story opened at the Congress Theatre Eastbourne last night.
Our full review, free of ads and gloriously free of AI, is right here
He was a man of contradictions and had his demons.But Johnny married June - and their story opened at the Congress Theatre Eastbourne last night.
Our full review, free of ads and gloriously free of AI, is right here