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NewsThe Argus (Brighton)

Live updates as rolled over vehicle causes mass traffic

A vehicle has overturned on the A27 Lewes Road.

10 October 2026
The Argus (Brighton)

Passengers taking legal action against train operator after 'horrific' derailment

Law firm Fletchers Solicitors is assisting several people with claims against the operator for physical and psychological injuries caused by the incident. The derailment occurred shortly before 4pm on

9 October 2026
Sussex Express

An open letter from the residents of Lewes district

An open letter for residents to sign and send to the Government, addressed to The Rt Hon Andy Burnham MP, Prime Minister, 10 Downing Street, London SW1A 2AA and The Rt Hon Angela Rayner MP, Secretary

9 October 2026
The Argus (Brighton)

Nearly 200-year-old pub given new lease of life under new management

A historic pub in Lewes is being given a new lease of life.

9 October 2026
The Argus (Brighton)

'Beautiful' town in Sussex countryside named one of the most hospitable in England

The East Sussex county town of Lewes was included in a list of the nine most hospitable towns in England by travel website World Atlas.

9 October 2026
Sussex Express

Lewes school’s PE department nominated for award

The PE department of a Lewes school has been nominated for an award that celebrates excellence in subject leadership.

8 October 2026
The Argus (Brighton)

Residents bring collapsible chairs as bus shelter delays branded 'shambolic'

Liberal Democrat councillors hit out at Lewes council's "shambolic" management of bus shelters as passengers resort to bringing their own collapsible chairs.

7 October 2026
The Argus (Brighton)

Town council switches to ethical bank in bid to make money work harder

Lewes town council has switched its banking to a new provider.

7 October 2026
The Argus (Brighton)

School friends to breath fresh life into 200 year old pub in centre of historic town

The Elephant & Castle, in White Hill, Lewes, is due to reopen at the end of October under new landlord Max Aben, with Pat’s Pizza running the kitchen.

5 October 2026
Sussex Express

Southern Rail: Buses to replace late trains between Haywards Heath and Lewes, Polegate and Eastbourne this week

Buses will replace late night trains between Haywards Heath and Lewes, Polegate and Eastbourne this week, Southern Rail has confirmed.

5 October 2026
Sussex Express

Southern Rail: Disruption to services between Eastbourne and Lewes due to track inspection

Services between Lewes and Eastbourne have been disrupted following a track inspection.

2 October 2026
Sussex Express

Council takes legal steps to ‘safeguard’ district’s interests in government reorganisation

Lewes District Council (LDC) says it is starting protective legal action in relation to the government’s Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) proposals.

2 October 2026
The Argus (Brighton)

Clifftop toilet block set to be transformed into a cafe with sea views

Plans for the former public conveniences at The Esplanade in Telscombe Cliffs, submitted on behalf of Lewes District Council, propose converting the building into a small café,

2 October 2026
Sussex Express

Lewes District Council Cabinet backs funding strategy to unlock major transport improvements on A259

Lewes District Council (LDC) says Cabinet councillors have approved funding plans to help secure ‘significant government investment’ towards improvements along the A259 corridor.

1 October 2026
Sussex Express

Lewes MP and councillors call on Sussex & Brighton Strategic Authority to consider purchasing bus station site

The MP for Lewes is calling for Sussex & Brighton Strategic Authority to consider purchasing the Lewes bus station and former bus garage site.

30 September 2026
Sussex Express

Lidl submits new application for Lewes food store following community feedback

Lidl GB has submitted its new application for a store in Lewes after receiving feedback from the community.

29 September 2026
Sussex Express

Lewes District residents ‘fed up’ with missing bus shelters, say Lib Dem councillors

Liberal Democrat councillors have criticised Lewes District Council (LDC) over the ongoing issue of ‘missing’ bus shelters.

29 September 2026
The Argus (Brighton)

Supermarket submits new plans for store after extensive redesign

Lidl has resubmitted revised proposals for a new supermarket on Brooks Road in Lewes

28 September 2026
Sussex Express

Lewes chase off Cheltenham to gain first league win

Lewes FC Women earned their first league win of the season against a spirited Cheltenham Town side. After a closely fought first half, Lewes went in at the break two goals up. The Rooks controlled the

26 September 2026
The Argus (Brighton)

Residents urged to join fight to save one of town's last 24-hour cash machines

The Barclays ATM at 1 Station Road, opposite Lewes railway station, is expected to close on or after December 11, prompting concerns about access to cash

23 September 2026

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