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CHILDREN across the county are being encouraged to uncover stories that celebrate the connection between storytelling and nature as they take on the Summer Reading Challenge.
East Sussex libraries are calling on children aged four to 11 to read six books over the summer months as part of The Reading Agency’s Story Garden Summer Reading Challenge 2025.
PEOPLE are being urged to ensure they recycle dead batteries and vapes responsibly.
The council is reminding residents that batteries and vapes are a fire risk and should never be placed in household waste or recycling bins.
STAFF and residents at a children’s residential home in Eastbourne celebrated its reopening recently following storm damage last year.
The Bungalow, which accommodates up to seven children and young people aged between 7 and 19 with complex needs and disabilities, suffered extensive damage when Storm Ciaran hit last October.
A SHOP owner who failed to appear in court after the discovery of £6,000 worth illegal tobacco and cigarettes with a retail value of £6,000, has been jailed.
Arras Omar Ahmed, also known as Araz, of Devonshire Place, Hastings, faced three charges following two inspections and a test purchase by East Sussex Trading Standards at Little Shop in Bohemia Road, St Leonards. Continue reading
WITH THE onset of autumn, residents are being warned to be wary of rogue traders aiming to capitalise on damage caused by seasonal storms.
Wet and windy weather can see damage to properties and gardens which may lead to homeowners receiving cold-calls from bogus traders with offers to repair roofs, clear gutters and remove fallen trees.
