Charming and quirky listed period cottage
A DELIGHTFUL period cottage situated in a terrace just off the village centre in Hartfield could make an ideal holiday or weekend retreat or a permanent home, say the selling agents.The Grade II-listed...
View ArticleLandlords warned to check that tenants are here legally
EAST GRINSTEAD letting agents Leaders is advising landlords to be aware of a new law requiring them to check the immigration status of potential tenants.The law was announced in the Queen's Speech...
View ArticleNew market at Tulleys Farm in Turners Hill
Tulleys Farm in Turners Hill launched its new Farm Market over the Bank Holiday weekend with an array of foods to sample. From Saturday you can discover the treasure trove that is available at Tulleys...
View ArticleSupport for those in need
WORLD In Need International is a registered Christian charity and international development agency working alongside and through local community groups in 17 countries across Africa, Asia, and The...
View ArticleCouncillors to consider alternative sites to hub
THE Pine Grove offices in Crowborough may not become a civic hub after the council decide to consider other offers.Wealden District Council has always asserted that the offices, one of five sites being...
View ArticleUPDATE: Girl was raped in alleyway between school and Ashdown...
POLICE have issued an update on the rape of a 13-year-old girl in Tilgate after her family clarified where it happened. An e-fit was released yesterday of the suspect, who raped the teenager in an...
View ArticleShop boss plans to electrocute burglars
THE manager of a petrol station shop is planning to fit a shocking new anti-burglary system after thieves broke in and stole a stash of cigarettes.The store, which is next to the Texaco garage in...
View ArticleCrawley's Muslim leaders' steps to prevent extremism
SOFTLY spoken and faultlessly eloquent, Crawley Mosque's chairman Arif Syed could not be further removed from the disturbing footage broadcast over the world last week – of a man holding a machete, his...
View ArticleCrawley Labour Party candidates for next general election...
THE deadline has passed for anyone wanting to be Crawley's Labour candidate at the next general election to put themselves forward.Among those hoping to be given the job of displacing Conservative...
View ArticlePICTURES: Chickens hatch at Teddies Nursery
IT turns out a nursery is a good place to pick up chicks – after several hatched in Pound Hill last week.Children at Teddies Nursery, in Worth Road, have been keeping a watchful eye over some eggs for...
View ArticleDouble-takes in East Grinstead after 'velvet' Porsche roars past
A velvet sports car has been turning heads in East Grinstead today. The black Porsche, like the one pictured below, was seen in the town this afternoon and driving along Copthorne Road last night. The...
View ArticleBrain surgery teen backs supercar event
A TEENAGER who inspired a supercar event is urging as many people as possible to attend, and raise money for the charity which helped her re-learn to walk and talk after suffering a brain injury.Becky...
View ArticleTaxpayers fork out £3.5 million on Crawley Town stadium
By Dave ComeauTAXPAYERS have forked out an incredible £3.5 million for maintenance work at Crawley Town's stadium since it was built.As part of an agreement made when The Broadfield was opened at the...
View ArticleTeenager attacked with hammer in Broadfield
A TEENAGE boy was left with a bloodied face after being attacked with a hammer on Broadfield Barton. The 14-year-old was assaulted last night on the shopping parade in Broadfield. Police and an...
View Article£1k fixed fines in crackdown on dog fouling
DOG walkers have been warned they face a fixed fine of up to £1,000 if they fail to clean up after their pooches.Wealden District Council cabinet members have passed a proposal which will give more...
View ArticleBetty celebrates 100th birthday at care home
A RESIDENT at a Heathfield care home said her selfless nature was the reason why she was celebrating her three-digit birthday.Betty Rodgers marked her 100th birthday by having a bash at Mary Burfield...
View ArticleBus hub plans in town centre
A CENTRAL bus hub could be created in Crowborough to encourage more residents to use public transport and assist travel to major destinations.Talks have taken place about creating a small transit hub...
View ArticleRow breaks out after signs erected on Crowborough Common
A WAR of words has broken out between a ramblers group and a Crowborough golf club amid claims the public are being banned from common land.Crowborough Beacon Golf Club has overturned a 77-year-old...
View ArticleDog owners face fines over fouling
DOG walkers have been warned they face a fixed fine of up to £1,000 if they fail to clean up after their pooches.Wealden District Council cabinet members have passed a proposal which will give more...
View ArticleBus hub plans for Crowborough town centre
A CENTRAL bus hub could be created in Crowborough to try and encourage more residents to use public transport services and aid in assist travel to major destinations. Talks have taken place about...
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