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Hastings United bang the drum for FA Cup drama – but they need to play it again
Faversham and HastingsUnited produced a magical evening of FA Cup action which kept the 445 crowd on the edge of their seats throughout. And at the end of it, both lived to fight another day.
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Hastings care home worker from Bexhill jailed for theft from elderly resident
A care home worker who stole ‘sentimental jewellery’ from an elderly resident has been jailed, Sussex Police have confirmed.
TikTok Star Musical Chrissy Joins Renaissance Faire UK With New Harpy Hare Release After Hastings Success
Fresh from wowing Hastings crowds earlier this summer, the cast of Renaissance Faire UK has unveiled an enchanting new musical release - a cover of Yaelokre’s Harpy Hare performed by TikTok sensation Musical Chrissy, who has built a following of over half a million fans.
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In pictures: Frock Up Friday event set to bring touch of glamour to Hastings this weekend
The Frock Up Friday festival is back this weekend with an amazing selection of events and activities.
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Thrilling young performers grace stage for Hastings International Piano Competition gala concert
An unforgettable evening is the promise as two prize‑winning pianists from the 2024 Hastings International Piano Competition, Harmony Zhu and Curtis Phill Hsu, perform Chopin and Rachmaninov with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in Hastings.
Hastings celebrates the arts as curtain goes up on Coastal Currents festival this weekend
The Hastings area celebrates the arts with the return of the vibrant free Coastal Currents festival this weekend.
Bexhill care home worker jailed after stealing 82-year-old Hastings resident's gold wedding ring from bedside table
A care home worker who stole sentimental jewellery from an elderly resident at a Hastings care home has been jailed, police said.
Kids can catch amazing Lego show in Hastings before school holidays end
Kids can admire classic Lego models and have a go at building themselves by visiting W.ave Art’s Brick Stop and Play exhibition at their Bexhill road Compound venue.
Thunderbirds are go in Sussex as Gerry Anderson's daughter gives show
Growing up with Thunderbirds is the title of a new live show by Dee Anderson, daughter of famous puppet creators Gerry and Sylvia Anderson.
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Hastings-based composer releases CD of his Old World Concerto for Cello & Orchestra
Hastings-based British-Argentine neo-romantic composer, concert pianist and conductor Polo Piatti is delighted to release the CD of his Old World Concerto for Cello & Orchestra with the UK’s National Symphony Orchestra.
Missing 14-year-old from Battle last seen at weekend, say police
Hastings Police said they are appealing for help finding a teenager who has been reported missing from Battle.
Musical show to support Sussex children's charity
Three talented musicians are staging their third concert in September raising money for a charity very close to their hearts.
Former Sussex Police officer found to have associated with member of organised crime group
A former Sussex Police officer found to have consorted with a member of an organised crime group would have been dismissed if she was still serving.
Hastings Half Marathon countdown is on – after police probe put paid to original date
The countdown is on for the rescheduled 41st Hastings Half Marathon – six months after it was postponed when a police investigation caused a section of the route to be closed.
Hastings United players told: You can’t switch off after scoring
Hastings United boss Lee Carey says he won’t stand for his players switching off in the way they did at Crowborough on bank holiday Monday.
Traffic restrictions to be lifted on A21 in St Leonards as Queensway Gateway Road completion faces another delay
Traffic restrictions are being removed on a stretch of the A21 in St Leonards.
Police issue urgent appeal to locate teenager missing from Crowhurst
Police have issued an urgent public appeal to locate a teenager reported missing from Crowhurst.
Exciting times ahead for new Bexhill bistro
Lando's opened on July 21 and is already gaining popularity with locals.
Rock legend set to perform in Hastings
Crosby Stills and Nash star Graham Nash is set to perform at the White Rock Theatre in Hastings on October 18.