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A new partnership between Wealden District Council and Sussex Wildlife Trust will reconnect fragmented habitats across the district, giving wildlife room to thrive again. The five-year Wilder Wealden project brings together farmers, landowners, and community groups to restore grasslands, wetlands, heathlands, and coastal areas.
A wildlife ambulance crew in East Sussex discovered a tiny mouse hitchhiking on their windscreen while racing to save a trapped deer. Both animals got the help they needed, proving no rescue is too big or too small.
Sussex County Community College celebrated its 39th commencement ceremony as hundreds of graduates prepared to launch careers, continue their education, and serve their communities. Despite overcast skies, Connor Green filled with proud families watching their loved ones cross an important finish line. #
A crumbling Victorian greenhouse near Brighton has been transformed into a tropical butterfly paradise housing 3,000 butterflies from around the world. Opening May 23, it doubles as both a public attraction and a living classroom for future conservationists.
Sussex Technical High School just landed a state innovation grant to bring cutting-edge mapping technology into its environmental science classrooms. Students will now learn the same digital tools professionals use to manage land, analyze data, and protect natural resources.
Sussex Technical High School just scored a major win for its future farmers and environmental scientists. Students will now learn cutting-edge mapping technology used by professionals in agriculture and conservation careers.
A charity supercar event at Goodwood Racetrack is tackling a hidden crisis: thousands of children in Sussex who don't have beds to sleep in. The free family event brings together car enthusiasts and community members to ensure every child gets a good night's rest.
A botanical garden in West Sussex discovered more bee species on its grounds than exist in all of Ireland. Scientists are using the breakthrough findings to help cities become safer havens for struggling pollinators.
A young sloth bear tortured for street performances is now safe and healing, thanks to a rescue effort supported by a Sussex charity. Her recovery marks another step forward in India's fight against the cruel dancing bear trade.
Luxury carmaker Rolls-Royce just revealed a stunning electric convertible that promises near-silent rides and Art Deco elegance. Only 100 hand-built models will roll out of their West Sussex workshop starting in 2028.
South East Water's chief executive David Hinton voluntarily surrendered his entire bonus after outages left thousands without water. The accountability move comes after customers in Kent and Sussex couldn't shower, flush toilets, or access drinking water for days.
One of Britain's most celebrated sculptors is getting a new outdoor gallery at a West Sussex botanical garden. Four Henry Moore works will nestle among the living collections at Wakehurst through September, bridging art and conservation in a display that highlights our connection to the natural world.
A donkey foal named after comedian Ricky Gervais is flourishing at a Sussex sanctuary following his £100,000 donation. The once-tiny newborn is now a confident, playful youngster who's winning hearts at Safe Haven for Donkeys.
Five wildlife trusts are joining forces to restore nearly 40% of lost seagrass and bring back thriving kelp forests across Britain's south coast. The multi-year project will work with fishing communities and coastal towns to heal underwater ecosystems that seahorses, cuttlefish, and thousands of species call home.
Project Self-Sufficiency hosts its annual celebration honoring local breast cancer survivors in Newton. The uplifting event brings together survivors, supporters, and health organizations to recognize courage and community strength.
After being dropped from England's cricket team for more than two years, bowler Ollie Robinson returned with a spectacular performance that reminded everyone why he was missed. His sensational three-wicket first over helped England claw back from a difficult position against New Zealand.
One of England's most elusive birds just staged a remarkable comeback, with nightjar populations in South Downs National Park doubling over five years. Conservation efforts focused on protecting nesting sites are bringing these twilight singers back from the brink.
A new volunteer program helped nearly 1,000 patients and families during end-of-life care in its first year. The "A Friend In Need" service ensures no one faces their final moments alone.
Pope John XXIII Regional High School in Sparta celebrated a remarkable achievement as 67 students earned Advanced Placement scholar honors for their outstanding performance on 2020 AP exams. The Catholic school's success shows how dedicated students and teachers can achieve academic excellence together.
Nearly 1,000 NHS patients and their families received companionship from volunteers during their final days in a groundbreaking hospital program's first year. The service ensures no one faces their last moments alone.
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