Category Archives: Community Services

Award bid for mum turned teacher

Chrissie Price - nominated for a learndirect award after completing courses at Eastbourne LibraryA MOTHER-OF-THREE is in the running for a national award after following her dream of becoming a teacher – with the help of courses at her local library.

Hailsham-based Chrissie Price, originally from Eastbourne, is a regional finalist in the learndirect Inspiration Awards, organised by the online learning provider to recognise people who go the extra mile to develop their skills. Continue reading

Cultural project funding advice there to enhance communities

Funding eventARTS and heritage community groups and businesses may well be in line for a funding boost after taking advantage of free advice.

The East Sussex Arts Partnership ran a funding advice event at The School Creative Centre, Rye, on Tuesday, March 17 to give artists, small art businesses, heritage and community groups guidance on successful bidding. Continue reading

Changes to supported bus network will protect 90 services

A REVISED supported bus network will safeguard 90 services and save the taxpayer a total of £1.88million.

Today (Dec 16), East Sussex County Council’s Cabinet approved proposals that will protect peak services, those relied upon by students travelling to school or college and residents needing to access essential services. Continue reading