EXPERIENCE SUSSEX, the official visitor economy development programme for East and West Sussex, has released research that reveals the significant value of tourism for businesses in the region.
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Last street light event comes to St Leonards
THE final event in a series of public exhibitions highlighting street light changes in Hastings and St Leonards comes to town later this month.
The event in the Ashdown area of St Leonards will allow residents to find out more about the switch from traditional orange and yellow lights to new, energy-saving white LED lanterns. Continue reading
New groups will allow readers to enjoy Books Beyond Words
TWO new reading groups will give people with learning disabilities the chance to enjoy stories told in pictures.
Books Beyond Words are already available to borrow from East Sussex libraries but will be used by new volunteer-run groups in Uckfield and Seaford libraries from November. Continue reading
Council-backed scheme is ‘Talking ‘Bout My Generation’
A SOCIAL enterprise which provides people with affordable transport has been recognised for its role in a scheme helping young people – at an awards ceremony attended by one of the biggest names in rock.
East Sussex Wheels 2 Work received a certificate for the role it has played in supporting Heathfield Works, a programme run by Eastbourne-based charity Tomorrow’s People and the Heathfield Partnership Trust, which helps young people find work through education and training. Continue reading
Poetry event marks Black History Month
RHYME and inspiration are promised at an event being held in Eastbourne to celebrate Black History Month.
East Sussex County Council’s library and information service is hosting a day of performance poetry at the Towner Gallery on Saturday, October 25 2014. Continue reading