FLOODING: Horsham nature reserve closed
Warnham local nature reserve has been forced to close after severe weather this morning (January 17).Horsham Wildlife tweeted this morning: “Warnham LNR: The reserve is CLOSED due to flooding. We hope...
View ArticleLooking after children across the whole county
This is the latest in our new weekly column from Chestnut Tree House, the only children’s hospice in West and East Sussex.Each week, Linda Perry will highlight the work of the hospice. If you would...
View Article‘Out of control’ bushfires in Horsham
While much of Horsham, West Sussex is experiencing flooding our Australian namesake town is experiencing a very different situation.Residents of Horsham, Australia are on alert after a fast-moving...
View ArticleWould you support Sussex Police increasing part of council tax?
More than half of respondents to a Sussex Police survey said they would support a proposed increase in the policing part of council tax.Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne sought the...
View ArticleBroadbridge Heath vicar praises ‘brilliant’ parishioners for flood response
The vicar of a Broadbridge Heath church praised his ‘brilliant’ parishioners for their help after his home and front garden flooded overnight.Reverend Paddy Beresford, vicar of St John’s Church, woke...
View ArticleHard to Starboard is my best game, Chipsters!
Being a dog, I have lots of energy and like to keep very active. But over Christmas, I’m afraid I had a few too many dog treats and mince pies!I know this, because now my tummy scrapes along the ground...
View ArticleAccident at Slinfold and continued flooding cause problems in Horsham district
While a number of the major problems have been cleared following heavy rain last night and today, there are still hold-ups for commuters tonight (Friday January 17).The A29 Stane Street in Five Oaks is...
View ArticleWoodpecker on a mission for lump of goodies
They said the Vicar of Stiffkey looked just like a woodpecker. If you are of a certain again you will know of whom I speak, just as you will know who Bing Crosby was.Many youngsters today have never...
View ArticleYoung calf is addicted to the ‘white stuff’...
Calving has gone relatively smoothly, since the tragedy of last week’s stillborn calf. Most of the calves born since, have been to experienced Mums, who have needed no assistance to bring their progeny...
View ArticleThe QBO is to blame for worst storms in 20 years
The builders have had a good week at long last and made good progress, which is encouraging. The wet and rough weather has hopefully come to an end but we have had 16 inches of rain since the first of...
View ArticleNik Butler: will we fall victim to Sam I Am’s high pressure tactics?
Watching the back and forth of planning conversations across Horsham District you may be forgiven for thinking you were watching one of Dr Seuss ridiculous poems unfolding. The titular Green Eggs and...
View ArticlePolice project to support vulnerable Roffey families
An area of North Horsham previously notorious for drug-related crimes will be the subject of a police project to improve the neighbourhood.South Holmes Road has been chosen as one of the first places...
View ArticleOnline pet shop based in Horsham recognised in friendly business award
An online pet supplies shop based in Horsham can lay claim to being one of Britain’s friendliest businesses.Big Dog World, based on the Church Lane estate, has made the finals of a national competition...
View ArticleNick Herbert: Tackling the growing threat of cyber crime
This week a constituent wrote to me about an internet scam that is attempting to defraud people who use bitcoins, an internet currency.Technology has played a massive role in tackling traditional forms...
View ArticleRise in reports of domestic abuse in Sussex
The Christmas and New Year holidays were once again peak periods for reports of domestic abuse in Sussex, according to police figures.Sussex Police again dedicated ‘Operation Cranberry’ patrols to...
View ArticleNumber plates stolen in Broadbridge Heath, Southwater and Warnham
Vehicle number plates have been targeted in thefts in Broadbridge Heath, Southwater and Warnham, according to reports received by Horsham police.Police have urged anyone who has had their number plate...
View ArticleHorsted Keynes footpath stays on track after four year wrangle
Britain’s oldest conservation body The Open Spaces Society has registered its delight that a popular foot path at Horsted Keynes has been saved on its existing route.West Sussex County Council had...
View ArticleFelled tree that led to A24 Warnham crash sparks police appeal
Police are appealing for witnesses after two cars crashed in Warnham as they tried to avoid a tree on Christmas Eve morning.A tree had been cut down on the A24 and was lying in the northbound...
View ArticleWest Sussex parking ‘shambles’ rages on
DEFERRING a decision on West Sussex councillors’ expenses has been labelled ‘ludicrous’.The county council’s governance committee met today (January 20), to discuss new expenses rules which mean...
View ArticleFirefighters called to Southwater school
Firefighters have been called to a school in Southwater this morning (Tuesday January 21). A crew responded to reports of a fire alarm which had been activated at around 7.30am. Updates to follow.
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