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Deadline extended: Let us help you celebrate your apprenticeship success

Fire service issues smoke alarm warning after Sompting family’s timely escape

The fire service is reminding people about the importance of having working smoke alarms in their properties.

Changes to post-16 school transport charges

Some sixth form and college students will see changes to their school transport charges.

‘Reading Allowed’ author Chris Paling to sign books at Chichester Library

Author of ‘Reading Allowed’ and co-creator of ‘The Village’, Chris Paling, will be taking part in a special book signing event at Chichester Library on Thursday 22 February at 7.30pm.

Read, listen and relax at Willowhale Library

Leave linen to cool after tumble drying, fire service issues further safety warning

Fire service welcomes a dozen new retained firefighters

Start your new job back at school

Schools in West Sussex offer more than just opportunities to teach.

Learn top online safety tips at upcoming events

Those concerned about staying safe online are urged to come along to one of West Sussex County Council’s upcoming internet safety events.

Have your say on changes to the special needs provision at Crawley school

You can have your say on changes to the special needs provision at a Crawley school.

Leader calls for long term funding solution from government

Recommendations on council tax have been put to the council’s Performance and Finance Select Committee

West Sussex firefighter returns from refugee frontline

West Sussex poultry keepers to take precautions against Avian Flu

Residents are asked to report incidents of dead wild waterfowl (swans, geese or ducks) or other wild birds, such as gulls or birds of prey to the Defra helpline.

Schools and students encouraged to support young carers

Free event to help young people with special needs in their 'First Steps to Adulthood'

Young people with special needs, joined by their parents and carers, are invited to receive post-school lifestyle advice and guidance at Chichester College on 29 January.

Funding available for local community projects

Small charities and community groups across West Sussex are urged not to miss out on the final round of Community Initiative Funding.

Care market on agenda at select committee

West Sussex Health and Adult Social Care Select Committee meets this week to look at the local care market.

Representations invited on Proposed Modifications to the West Sussex Joint Minerals Local Plan

Representations on the modifications can be made from today (15 January) until Friday 9 March 2018

New Independent Chairperson of West Sussex Safeguarding Adults Board is announced

West Sussex Safeguarding Adults Board has a new Independent Chairperson.

Speed Limit Proposals in Arundel and Tortington Residential Areas

If the proposals go ahead, the changes will take place as soon as practicable between April 2018 and March 2019.

Shoreham air crash pre-inquest review on 24 January is postponed

The date of the next pre inquest review into the 11 deaths following the Shoreham air crash has been moved to March.

Firefighters’ lifeline try life on the frontline

Still time to have your say on the school admissions process

You have until 15 January to have your say on the schools admissions process.

‘I’m treated like any other employee and not just an apprentice’

Don't miss the deadline for primary school places

Don't forget - the deadline is approaching to get applications in for children who are due to start primary school in September 2018.

Fire service warns of the dangers of inconsiderate parking following Littlehampton house fire

Work starts soon on Felpham traffic-calming scheme

Pairs of “speed cushions” to be installed in Downview Road, Outerwyke Road and Wroxham Way

Options for Worthing town centre improvements unveiled

The plans form part of a ‘Growth Deal’ agreed by West Sussex County Council and Worthing Borough Council earlier this year

Help us and the NHS get your loved ones home this winter

It is still a very busy for our local hospitals and we are reminding people to consider the most appropriate way to get medical help.