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Brighton Journal’s News section covers the latest developments across Brighton & Hove, from council decisions and transport updates to housing, community issues and major local stories shaping the city.

Next Thursday, 6th May, sees a number of residents go to their local polling stations to choose their next local councillor. Traditionally, the local elections take place every four years, with the most recent whole city elections taking place in May 2019. Despite this, following the resignations of two councillors in...
Following on from the announcements for Brighton Pride and Brighton Fringe, the Brighton Comedy Garden is now set for a July return. The event will be headlined by national and international comedy names, such as Josh Widdicombe, Dara O’Briain, Alan Davies, Aisling Bea and Sara Pascoe. Held at Preston Park, the...
After five years of refurbishment, Brighton’s Shelter Hall is finally reopening as customers are now welcomed in. Shelter Hall, an open space for all local and independent food vendors within a single building, provides a concept which allows local businesses rather than large chain brands to create a food court...
Brighton College found itself well represented at the Oscars this week, as former Pupil Chloe Zhao continued to take home awards. Zhao, a Chinese born citizen who moved to Brighton for school at 14, won the prestigious best director award for her movie ‘Nomadland’, with the film itself taking home...
A unidentified man was taken to hospital after being the victim of a violent attack that took place on Brighton seafront. An appeal was issued by Sussex police on Monday 19th April, for anyone who may have been in and around the area to come forward as possible witnesses to...
Having already inspired hundreds of children and young people to participate in music activities during lockdown through their Virtual Music Centre, Brighton Dome’s music education service have launched a new series of online music courses, accessible for all ages and abilities. Brighton & Hove Music & Arts and East Sussex...
The fourth ‘Kill The Bill’ protest in as many weeks descended on Brighton streets this past weekend as the public rejection of the action continues to grow. These campaigners continue to resist against the new Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts bill which seeks to enforce stricter powers by police to...
Norman Cook, better known as DJ Fatboy Slim, has announced that he has decided to host an extra date on his UK tour in Brighton. Dated for Wednesday 10th November, the concert is in addition to the previous Thursday show specifically for NHS workers which has now since sold out,...
An 11,000 square foot studio space is scheduled to be opened by the Screen and Film School in Brighton. Available for use to both industry and students, the space will consist of two large studio spaces, alongside a green room with hair make-up and costuming services, two purposeful floors for...
An area of Brighton Beach had to be evacuated and temporarily closed after the discovery of what is believed to be an unexploded mortar shell. The section, west of the Brighton Palace Pier, was cleared and closed to the public at around two in the afternoon, following the fear of...