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Where is the security in our city? By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk

CITY centre traders are asking where the security is after three businesses were broken into last week. Good News newsagents, in St Martin's, Lush in East Street and The Real Eating Company in North Street were all broken into at night last week and now other shops are asking what is being done. Sheryl Williams, manager of Lush, a

shop which sells handmade cosmetics, said thousands of pounds worth of stock was stolen last Thursday night. "The thieves broke in through the back door. They used some sort of crowbar to chisel out the brickwork around the door," she said "It seems like a planned attack, not just trying their luck. It's a big, heavy metal door like a fire door. Even the police said there is no CCTV in the streets, no patrols. "It just makes you worry a bit about

when they will come back again. The city needs more security especially with cameras." Two cameras are visible in North Street and East Street but not all the areas of the shops are covered say business owners. Good News was broken into at 10pm on Wednesday, February 12. Owner Joyce Tidy told the Chichester Post: "We are obviously really upset, especially as we had taken all the obvious precautions. "The police arrived within four minutes

of the alarm going off, which is just fantastic." The newsagents is celebrating being in the city for 30 years in April and say they have only been broken into once before, some years ago. "The thieves broke in by smashing the glass on the front door and climbing their way in. One of them then climbed over the counter and to the locked up cigarette counter. Turn to page three

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Sudden closure of art sculpture park By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk AN ARTS and sculpture park has made the announcement it will not open after its winter break. Cass Sculpture Foundation, at New Barn Hill, Goodwood, has officially closed its doors after 30 years at the site. The non-profit sculpture park opened three decades ago and has now closed abruptly. A statement on their website said: "Following nearly 30 years of groundbreaking commissions and exhibitions, the trustees of the Cass Sculpture Foundation have carried out a thorough review of the charity and its collection and the decision has been made to wind down the charity in 2020. "Therefore, the sculpture park will not re-open to the public following our regular winter break." Founded by Wilfred and Jeannette Cass, the sculpture park has been the home of thousands of large-scale works, some which they commissioned. A spokesman told the Chichester Post that the trustees decided to wind down the charity over the next six months after the lease was up for renewal this year. He said: "Wilfred and Jeanette are

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now both in their 90s. Their son, Mark, couldn't give the park as much attention as he'd like and the trustees decided in the current economic climate, signing another 30 years lease wasn't viable." Mark Cass is a trustee of his parents' sculpture foundation and the founder and chief executive of the art supplier Cass Art. It is understood the archive at the Cass Sculpture Foundation which includes maquettes of works commissioned by the Casses from artists including Anthony Caro, Eva Rothschild, and MarcBy Kelly Wick Quinn, has been saved and will be sentkelly.wickha to Pallant House Gallery in Chichester. The art museum did not respond to theA GERMAN Chichester Post at the time of going toher forever centre for ar print. Wilfred and Jeannette Cass state their The RSPCA mission was to provide support fora forever ho artists to achieve new levels of ambitionthe longest s in the field of large-scale sculpture. TheNoddy’s An result was a pioneering not-for-profitafter she arr organisation that inspired, enabled and Five-year-o presented the output of some of thecame to the most important figures in contemporaryafter her ow cope, and th sculpture. It is not yet known what will happennew family. to the land which is owned by the But despi Goodwood Estate once the charity has wound-down.

Jail sentence given for repeated exposure offender in Chichester A MAN who persistently exposed himself to women in Chichester streets has been sentenced to prison following a police investigation. Lee Matthew Davidoff, 50, unemployed and of no fixed address, was sentenced when he appeared at Brighton Crown Court on Thursday last week, having previously been convicted of four counts of exposure during November, 2019 - two in North Walls, one in North Street and one in Crane Street. He was also sentenced for being in breach of a suspended sentence. He was given a total of 86 weeks' imprisonment and will be a registered offender for ten years. Davidoff was also given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) to last for ten years, placing requirements on his clothing and behaviour in public. He had previously been a registered sex offender for ten years and subject of an SHPO after being given a six-month suspended sentence at Norwich Crown Court in January, 2019, for similar offences in Norwich.

Detective Sergeant Debbie Ricks said; "Davidoff was a persistent offender who had not taken advantage of attempts to help manage his behaviour by the police, probation and the courts. "We took prompt action and traced him when his further offensive behaviour, which caused distress and alarm to the women involved, was reported."

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f Toyah has been at Mount Noddy since April By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A GERMAN Shepherd is still searching for her forever home after being at a rescue centre for around ten months. The RSPCA is desperately trying to find a forever home for Toyah - who is sadly the longest stay dog at the RSPCA’s Mount Noddy’s Animal Centre in Chichester after she arrived in April. Five-year-old German Shepherd Toyah came to the centre back in April, 2019, after her owner was no longer able to cope, and the search began to find her a new family. But despite her loving and clever

personality, Toyah has been overlooked time and time again by potential adopters. She is described by the team as a special girl and will need a very special home, but staff are hoping that there is the right family out there for her. Susan Botherway, animal centre manager, said: "Toyah has just won over the hearts of everyone at the centre and we really don’t know why it’s taking this long for her to find a new family. "It’s sad to think that while lots of dogs have come and gone at the centre, poor Toyah still remains. "She is the most beautiful, affectionate intelligent, comical and playful girl. She is energetic, and is looking for a calm and

quiet household in a semi-rural location, with experienced German Shepherd owners who understand her training requirements and the breed. "Toyah has struggled a little with kennels, and she does have some insecurities and can be unsure of meeting new people so adopters will need to be prepared to spend time working with the centre when getting to know her, and will need to put some simple measures in place in the home when expecting visitors." If you are interested in offering Toyah a home, contact the centre direct on 01243 773359 or email: info@rspcamountnoddy. org.uk

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From page one "They were unable to break the lock but instead bent the cabinet and got their hands through, grabbing cigarettes and cigars." Joyce and her husband, Mick, who own the store, said they thought the robbers must have been disturbed by police as they then exited through the broken door and ran north, through St Martin's. "We have a good customer base here," said Joyce. "We have already been through an awkward two weeks with electricity works in St Martin's, which has blocked off the road. "It's also the additional costs after someone has broken in. The front door has had to be removed and taken away by specialists for repair. The alarm company has been called out to check the alarm and reset it all. "It's the aftermath, it's emotionally draining and upsetting." The concern was echoed by other shopkeepers, including Kelly Mitchell, owner of Cherry Vintage, only a few doors away from Good News. She said: "We need security and CCTV to actually be monitored. I'm lucky, I've got really good security here because I have got these shutters which pull down over the windows

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and doors. I think the police should up their presence in the area now." Sophie Tarrant, manager of Katie Loxton, a jewellery store, said they had already been targeted when a Hoover was stolen from outside the back of their shop in East Street. She said: "I think there should be more CCTV in the area. It is crazy. We do have CCTV in our shop but outside, if there is someone walking down the street, you can't see their faces. "I am concerned about this. When it is night-time and you're not here, you are relying on your own alarm systems and CCTV. "If people are going to break in, they are going to break in, how are you going to deter it? There have been all these break-ins but no more police patrols." A Chichester District Council spokesman said: “Community safety is really important to us. In this type of situation Sussex Police takes the lead. Please be assured we will continue to work with the police and will assist them wherever we can with any CCTV footage they require. Anyone with concerns should contact Sussex Police.” Sussex Police were approached for comment but at the time of going to print, they had not responded.

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` Man is arrested POLICE investigating the criminal damage of 40 cars in Chichester have arrested a man. Officers issued a CCTV appeal after 25 vehicles were damaged at a car lot on High Street, Selsey, on the evening of Sunday, February 9, and a further 15 cars were damaged that same night at a second car lot on Easton Lane. A 74-year-old man from Chichester has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage. He has been released on conditional bail until March 11.

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MP's promotion 'is great news' By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk DURING last week’s cabinet reshuffle Chichester MP, Gillian Keegan, was appointed to the Department for Education as the Minister for Apprenticeships and Skills. Mrs Keegan is currently the only degree-level apprentice in the House of Commons and been a key voice in education calling more high-quality apprenticeships to develop skills the country needs. Prior to her elevation to Government, the Chichester MP sat as the cochairman for the cross-party group on apprenticeship and was an MP apprenticeships ambassador. Mrs Keegan has pressed in the Commons for greater access to retaining and upskilling opportunities for all ages. After receiving the call, Mrs Keegan said: "I feel very privileged to be joining the Department for Education. Apprenticeships and lifelong skills training are areas I am passionate about. "We must ensure everybody has the opportunity to develop the skills they need to make the most of their careers. "I am excited to get stuck into the new job and I am sure there will be lots to learn!" In February, Mrs Keegan was appointed as MP apprenticeship ambassador by Anne Milton, with responsibility to support apprenticeship schemes and

promote them both within Parliament and to businesses within the UK, working alongside the apprenticeship ambassador network consisting of various advocates of apprenticeship schemes. Mrs Keegan started her career aged 16 as an apprentice at a car factory in Kirkby and went on to have a business career working at Delco Electronics, part of the General Motors Group. Mark Dawe, chief executive of the Association of Employment and Learning Providers, said: "It’s great news that Gillian, with her first-hand experience and knowledge of apprenticeships, has been appointed to the post. "Her corporate background also helps her understand the levy issues very well and she knows the power of work-based learning."

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Hunston post office set to be refurbished later this month A POST OFFICE will be temporarily closed this month due to extensive building work. To allow for the work to take place, the branch in Hunston will be closed on Thursday, February 27, at 5.30pm and is due to re-open on Monday, March 16, at 9am. During this temporary closure, customers can access Post Office services from any convenient branch including: • Hardham Road post office, 4 Hardham Road, Chichester,

PO19 8BU • Stockbridge Road post office, 68 Stockbridge Road, Chichester, PO19 8QJ Graham Brander, Post Office area change manager, said: “We apologise for any inconvenience caused to our customers during the work. "The safety of our customers is paramount and, therefore, to allow for the building work to take place, it will be necessary for the service to close temporarily."

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Petition launched to create a crossing in Bognor Road By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A GREEN councillor has started an online petition to create a safe crossing over a busy road in Chichester. Cllr Sarah Sharp, a city and district councillor in Chichester, began a paper petition several months ago for a crossing at Bognor Road in Chichester and has already collected over 200 signatures. Nearby businesses including the Cooperative Food shop, The Wickham Arms pub and Hair at the House hairdressers have shown support for the idea. The Greyfriars Residents' Association, which looks after the houses in Royal Close, have also included a petition slip on its recent newsletter to residents. Lindsay Costello, manager of the Cooperative Food, said: "A safe crossing for customers to be able to get to the store safely is really important to me. "We already have over 200 signatures and are really keen to get over 500 so that we can hand this petition in to the council!" It is anticipated by Cllr Sharp and businesses that once the Oving traffic lights close, Bognor Road will have more traffic, making it increasingly difficult for pedestrians to cross. Landlord Marshall Mahendran said: "I moved back to Chichester as the landlord of the Wickham Arms in March, 2019, after working away for 30 years and I'm continually trying to cross Bognor

Road at all times of day to get to the local Co-op. "There have been times when I have waited up to ten minutes to make a safe crossing. I also have a damaged knee. "Many of our customers are elderly and use assisted forms of mobility equipment for example zimmer frames and we often see them having great difficulty trying to cross the road. "A safe crossing, zebra crossing or even an island in the middle of the road would help." Cllr Sharp has campaigned for over ten years on road safety.

"I know that the council have already looked at a crossing on Bognor Road but have ruled it out as too difficult as the pavement isn't wide enough," she said. "However, I would like the council to take another look as this road is getting more and more difficult to cross. This will only get worse when more traffic uses Bognor Road when the Oving crossroads are closed. "Also, we have many more houses going in at Westhampnett and Shopwyke and Bartholomews, which will mean more cars. "We need to make it easier for people

of all ages to walk and cycle to their local shops and facilities. "Reducing our reliance on the private car is a key way we can help the climate - but for that it has to be easy and safe for people to get about. "It is just plain wrong that local residents find it easier to drive to Bognor to shop than to cross the road and use their local Co-op." For more information, or to sign the petition, visit: secure.avaaz.org/ en/community_petitions/west_sussex_ county_council_a_safe_crossing_on_ bognor_road_chichester

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` Police reports DURING the week from Monday, February 3, to Sunday, February 9, numerous reports were made to police, which included: In Potters Green, Westhampnett, overnight on Tuesday, February 4, a vehicle was entered but nothing was stolen. Serial 0146 of 05/02. In Flatt Road, Nutbourne, also overnight on Tuesday, February 4, a vehicle was interfered with and criminally damaged. Serial 0570 of 05/02. In High Path, Easebourne, on Thursday, February 6, a garden wall was damaged and graffiti sprayed on the brickwork. Serial 0902 of 08/02. On Friday, February 7, a business premises was burgled in Southgate, Chichester. Nothing was stolen, but damage was caused. Serial 0779 of 07/02. In Exton Road, Chichester, on Saturday, February 8, a parked vehicle was criminally damaged. Serial 1254 of 08/02. In College Lane, Chichester, also on Saturday, February 8, a building was criminally damaged with graffiti. Serial 0995 of 09/02. Between Saturday, February 8, and Sunday, February 9, a residence in Lewis Road, Selsey, was burgled. Nothing was taken but damage was caused within the premises. Serial 1592 09/02. On Saturday, February 8, a door to a residence was criminally damaged in Sandy Lane, Midhurst. Serial 0910 of 08/02. In Park Road, Emsworth, on Saturday, February 8, a vehicle was criminally damaged. Serial 0725 of 09/02.

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New supermarket delays opening date due to huge highways issues A SUPERMARKET due to open next week has had to delay its grand opening because of issues with roads surrounding the entrance. Lidl had previously confirmed that its store in Westhampnett Road in Chichester would open at 8am next Thursday. Replacing its existing store on Portfield Way, the new supermarket was officially due to open on Thursday, February 27, with an invitation to customers to attend a ceremony. However, in a statement sent out on Wednesday this week, a spokesman said: "We regret to inform you that unfortunately, following the news below, our store opening in Chichester has been delayed until next month. "This is due to a delay in the completion of highway safety works outside our store, ahead of next week."

The new supermarket forms part of the company’s ongoing expansion plans in Great Britain which will see it open more than 50 stores a year. The sales area of the supermarket has increased in size to 1,325m² and facilities including a bakery, customer toilets, baby changing and parking for cars and bicycles. Up to 20 new jobs have been created. Lidl GB’s regional head of property, James Mitchell, commented: "We would like to thank all those who have played a part in improving our Lidl store in Chichester. "It is great for us to be able to create more jobs and investment opportunities in the area, and we can’t wait to start serving our multi-award winning products to the local community once again."

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Top chefs visit popular museum for special food festival in May By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk WEALD & Downland Living Museum has confirmed headline chefs, Dean Edwards and Chris Bavin, for their spring food festival in May. Dean Edwards, Masterchef finalist and frequent judge, renowned for his family-friendly cooking and cheerful persona, became a household name following regular appearances on ITV’s Lorraine and This Morning. Dean is also the author of three books and will be holding book signings and cookery demonstrations in the cookery theatre during the Saturday of the festival. Chris Bavin, co-judge on Britain’s Best Home Cook and co-presenter of BBC1’s hugely popular series Eat Well For Less, will also be holding demonstrations and book signings, on the Sunday. Chris is passionate about teaching children all about the provenance of

their food and encouraging them to eat more healthy fruit and vegetables. The festival will take place on Saturday, May 2 and 3, between 10.30am and 5pm and will feature, along with these top chefs, gourmet stall-holders selling local produce, food and drink tastings, live music, roving entertainment as well as historic heritage walks and talks. During the weekend, visitors can explore and discover the many onsite historical buildings hosting traditional food demonstrations as well as period gardens showing that foods and herbs were traditionally grown for culinary and medicinal uses. Liz de Bruijn-Willis, events manager at the museum, said: "We are delighted to be welcoming such popular chefs to our festival and look forward to seeing them in action in our cookery theatre." To find out more about the event, visit: wealddown.co.uk/ springshow

New arts facility officially opened CHICHESTER Festival Theatre's executive director, Kathy Bourne, cut the ribbon on Valentine’s Day to officially open Oakwood School’s newly extended and refurbished performing arts facility, Lyne Hall. The newly extended space, which is also available for local community events, was designed by Chichester’s JBA Architects, and built by the school’s on-site maintenance team over the past year. As well as providing a greatly increased space and stage, professional lighting and acoustic systems have been installed. Folding doors allow for a separate studio to be created if the entire space is not needed, while upstairs there are now music, and speech and drama teaching rooms. "We are delighted that the school and the wider community will be able to enjoy this wonderful state-ofthe-art resource,” said headteacher

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Clare Bradbury at the opening event attended by parents and children. "We believe strongly that the performing arts encourage creativity, the confidence to try new things and allows children to develop all-round skill sets that stand them in good stead for the future. The subject can often be squeezed out of the modern curriculum yet the benefits to pupils are huge." A number of Oakwood drama students have gone on to enjoy successful acting careers. Most recently, 17-year-old alumni Finn Elliot can be seen playing the role of the young Prince Philip in Netflix TV series, The Crown. His mother, Mini Elliot, is head of speech and drama at the school and also sits on the Chichester Festival committee. Charities, schools and community groups who would like further information about holding events at Lyne Hall can contact the Oakwood School office on 01243 575209.

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` More cats at charity IT'S that time of year again when a Chichester charity sees a drop in the number of cats that they are asked to help. The Sidlesham Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre is currently in the fortunate position of having space for cats looking for a new home. During the summer months, they are inundated and are unable to help all of the cats they are offered, leaving winter a purrfect time to help those in need. If you have a stray cat that may need help to find a home or find yourself in the unfortunate position of having to rehome your own cats then contact the centre. For more information, call 01243 641409 or visit the website at: crrc.co.uk

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Little princess Maisie-Mae has hair cut for wig charity By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD girl from Chichester is raising money for a charity after she had all her hair cut short. Maisie-Mae Lelliott had her long hair trimmed last Thursday to raise funds for The Little Princess Trust. The St Richard's Catholic Primary School pupil decided to have her hair cut and donate the bunches of hair for wigs. Before the cut, Maisie-Mae said she was feeling super proud of herself. She loves her new hair-style and she can even brush it herself. She said she was really happy and wants to do it all over again. The Little Princess Trust charity provides free real hair wigs to children and young people, up to 24 years, who have lost their own hair through cancer treatment or other conditions. The procedure starts by matching as closely as possible to the natural hair colour. Because it’s real hair, the wig can be cut, curled, or straightened to match an original look — or to create a new style. Maisie-Mae said she donated her hair because her friend needed a wig and she wanted to help people who need hair. Before the big cut, she said: "I'm not nervous or worried I'm really excited about it. I haven't done anything like this before. I think I might grow it again and do it again."

Maisie-Mae had a friend who wanted a wig because she was losing her hair after treatment. When Maisie-Mae said she wanted her hair cut and she wanted to give it to someone who needed it, her mum, Liz, told her about the Little Princess Trust. She told her mum straight away that was exactly what she wanted to do with her hair. "We feel really proud of Maisie-Mae," said Liz. "It's a huge step for her. She's always been so proud of having the longest hair. She was so excited about doing it and I was excited to not have the knots to brush out in the mornings! "She has also raised over £500. We

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New exhibition draws in the crowds as part of 50th anniversary celebrations By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A POPULAR outdoor museum has launched a new exhibition as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations. Running until May 11, this special exhibition at the Weald and Downland Living Museum has been curated to showcase local collections and the wonderful variety of items found across Hampshire, Surrey, Sussex and Kent. The People’s Show shines a spotlight on the collections belonging to visitors, staff, volunteers and anyone else with a connection to the museum, providing an opportunity for pieces to be displayed in a public setting for others to discover and enjoy. The first People’s Show was held at Walsall Museum and Art Gallery in May, 1990, and is said to have been inspired by a discovery of a private ‘museum’ of native American artefacts in a local resident’s attic. The Walsall People’s Show proved so popular that further shows were held across the country and by the end of 1994 over half a million objects had been loaned by the public to similar exhibitions. The exhibition includes collections of all kinds, with the idea that absolutely anything would be considered, the more unusual the better. Julian Bell, museum curator,

said: "Not one collection can be singled out as being the highlight. "There is a variety of everything, from woodcarvings, iron, china and glass collections to royal memorabilia and milk bottles from the 1970s. Each as valuable as the rest of the collection and each tells a fascinating story." "With this being the museum's special 50th anniversary year, the exhibition seemed to be a nice way to give back to supporters and visitors. "The only proviso for contributors was that they had some connection to the museum, whether they were visitors, members, volunteers, tutors or staff, I felt it was a case of the more diverse the better. It is the variety which makes it special. "Even the display cabinets were made by one of the museum's volunteers. There is information about each collector and how their interest came about but it just is really good fun for everyone." The Weald and Downland Living Museum is an educational charity and an independent museum, which means it is entirely self-funded and independent of core government funding. Funds are required to conserve the historic buildings and artefacts on site and these come from visitors, members and museum supporters. This exhibition not only celebrates 50 years of the Weald and Downland but also 30 years of the People’s Show.

One of the contributors is John Spiers, who is a museum member and loves visiting the site throughout the year. For more than 40 years he has been collecting commemorative china featuring the official crest of his home city, Chichester. He doesn't have a particular favourite from those on show, which came from different makers and mostly date from the 1920s and 1930s. "The collection has just built up over time," he said. "I don't go out of my way to find them but I enjoy the ownership and it gives me an interest. "I think the exhibition is a fantastic idea and a great opportunity for people to share their collections and might inspire others to start one. It's fun," added Mr Spiers. A number of the contributors will be giving short talks about their collections on Saturday and Sunday, February 22 and 23, as part of the treasured objects theme at the museum's Historic Life weekend. Those visiting can also view the museum’s own fascinating collection of around 16,500 items, all of which are associated with rural life and building activities. For further information, visit: wealddown.co.uk/ events/peoples-show/

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Julia's glorious love story at the spa By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A CHICHESTER author held a special romantic book launch in the city on Saturday. Julia Firlotte held a meet and greet, book signing and pamper for guests at the Glorious Spa in South Street. It was to celebrate the launch of her novel, Trust In You, a first love summer romance full of intrigue, lust and lies. The book is about Ella Peterson who meets older and mysterious, Adam Brook. He soon sweeps sheltered Ella off her feet but is he as perfect as he appears to be, or is he keeping things from her? Ella’s world has already turned upside down after moving from England to rural Kansas. She and her sisters were hoping for a more secure future, but instead find that life can be tough when jobs are scarce and the stakes higher than anticipated. Talking about the book launch to the Chichester Post, Julia said she didn't want to do just a standard book shop launch. She said: "I thought about where I would want to be and I thought this is somewhere I and my clientele would like to come. You can sit and chat, relax, enjoy yourself and chat about the book. It's got a similar customer base so it made every sense. "Valentine's seemed like too good of an opportunity to miss for a romance launch too." Four books are currently in various stages of editing and completion, the first of which, Trust In You, will go on sale in April. Julia said she finished Trust In You last March but she has been building up her

social media and works full-time as well. She said: "I chose April for the release date because it's a summer romance novel and I wanted to launch it before the season. By doing a Valentine's event, it's pre-orders then. " Julia has always been passionate about language and fiction and has a degree in German and Spanish and an A-level in English literature. When Julia is not writing or editing her own novels, she usually has her nose in books by other authors and is otherwise kept busy caring for her family, going to the gym and carrying out her day job. Julia lives with her two children, husband and cats. Julia's husband helped inspire the story after he went on a business trip to Kansas and made comments about Americans finding the English accents attractive. "I had this idea in my head of an English girl going to America and feeling a bit overwhelmed by the attention and that's where the book starts. The whole book literally developed from that. Author Julia is an avid reader of all things romance, and she says she has read over 300 books across a variety of sub-genres and tropes and began writing her own novels in 2018. "I have never really been into TV shows, certainly not in my adult life," she said. "I've never watched soaps or anything, my schedule has always been so chaotic. I've always read because you can pick up a book and relax for ten minutes or an hour or for however long you have got.

"You can't really do that with TV programmes. Even a film you need a good hour or two. "I love books that aren't pure romance, but I think romance as a theme has always captured my attention since I was young. It's always been romance orientated for me." The second book is from the hero (Adam's) perspective. Julia calls it part one point five because the third book is written on from the first and from the heroine's perspective again. Whether it’s bodyguards or vampires, Julia believes there’s romance everywhere. Trust In You goes on sale April 6, priced £6.99 for a paperback and £1.99 for the ebook. For more information, visit: juliafirlotteauthor.com/

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To be a parent of a young family makes for a very busy life and it is often stressful keeping everything going. It doesn’t allow time to wrangle with the county council to keep children’s schools open, but an astonishing number have. Rumboldswhyke Infants School in the east of Chichester is under threat of closure and the reasons given by West Sussex County Council lack credibility. The whole process has lacked transparency with twists and turns that parents and supporters have found cynical and manipulative. A Freedom of Information request has even shown that the public 'consultation' was put in train when the decision to close the school had already been made. Supporters feel there exists an arrogant belief that we will become worn down and our opposition will fade away. So many new homes are being built nearby, that the case for closure has not been made. When the directly funded free school began taking infants, closing Rumboldswhyke must have looked like an opportunity

for the council to save money and free up the site. As if closing a much loved school is no big deal. When I attended the meeting of the county’s scrutiny committee, objective examination of the issues led councillors of all parties to raise concerns and vote that the move to 'consult on closure' be delayed. A few days later the more senior cabinet members meeting overturned that resolution. Cabinet members appeared poorly briefed and overly dependent on the advice of their officers. Even if the county councillors have regrets, the officers do not. Can it be right that councillors are so led by officers when they are meant to represent us by acting in our name for the good of all? They were so against even a short delay, to stop, think and listen. There has been a lack of common sense and compassion and parents and children’s lives have been made harder as a result. Yours sincerely, Linda Curwen Cambrai Avenue Chichester

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I cannot believe that Chichester District Council is even considering closing Little London car park and instead allowing the market to take place on a couple of days a week. I appreciate the situation with air pollution on busy days, but surely this only shows how much this car park is needed. I use this car park on a weekly basis, enjoying the town centre and getting my weekly shopping in Marks and Spencer. The convenience of taking my car and parking here is invaluable as I cannot carry heavy bags any great distance due to my age. The alternative is to park in the multistorey and walk to town and then drive my car all around the north side of Chichester to be able to access M&S from the back to collect my shopping. Surely this is also going to pollute our city. I have spoken to one of the managers of M&S today and they say that if the car park is closed to traffic it is very likely they would not be able to stay open. Is this what our council really wants right now? Surely we should be encouraging stores to stay open and keep the centre vibrant, particularly for elderly people who still want good access to the centre of our beautiful city. Yours sincerely, Leonie Rogan West Wittering

MIDHURST Town Council has a new chairman after Cllr Mark Purves stepped down after four years. Cllr Carol Lintott, who was vicechairman, has taken over the role. Cllr Purves whose full-time role is as a firefighter - a watch manager control at East Sussex Fire and Rescue and crew manager at Midhurst Fire Station - said he was passing the role on to capable hands. Speaking to the Chichester Post, Cllr Purves said: "I took over as chairman in February, 2016. For me it's about

balancing the level of responsibility and workload with a full-time job. "I knew it was never going to be easy and I have given it my best for the past four years." Cllr Purves said tat he felt it was the best option for the council, too. He said: "It's good to have someone new for the council. "Cllr Lintott has been on the council forever and been the vice-chairman for a few years. "She is involved in all sorts of ways so the council will be in good hands." For more information on Midhurst Town Council and its meetings, visit: midhurst-tc.gov.uk

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INDUSTRIAL machinery is being left on Pagham's beach as a further storm threatens to batter the foreshore. Arun District Council has made the decision to be able to react quickly if more damage is caused to the shoreline to threaten the nearest bungalows. Storm Dennis is predicted to dominate this weekend's weather. The Met Office has forecast torrential rain during both tomorrow and Sunday. Gusts of south-southwesterly wind could peak at 57mph on Sunday after the

south-westerly is set to reach a speed of 55mph tomorrow. The atrocious conditions come after last weekend's Storm Ciara caused some flooding at the beach earlier this week. An Arun spokeswoman said: "Arun District Council engineers have been monitoring the weather and tidal forecast. Shingle recycling works have taken place to reduce the risk to properties in East Front Road, Pagham, over the past week. "We are aware of the potential effects

of Storm Dennis but the work in the recent days, and the fact that we are moving away from spring tides, provides a suitable level of confidence. "However, we will be closely monitoring forecasts and are keeping the machinery on site, pictured above, to enable a quick response if needed." The initial news of the effects of Storm Ciara and high tides well above 6m on Pagham's foreshore was given to councillors at Arun's cabinet meeting on Monday.

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FLY-TIPPING has increased in the Chichester area by more than 84 per cent in the last seven years. Organised criminal gangs are dumping lorry-loads of rubbish across the UK as part of an illegal waste clearing service. Analysis by the BBC found the number of incidents of large-scale fly-tipping has more than doubled since 2012.

In the year 2011-2012, the number of fly-tipping incidents recorded in the district was 63 but for the year 2018-2019 it increased to 116. Police and environmental groups say the nature of fly-tipping is changing - a shift driven by a surge in criminal gangs offering illegal waste clearing services. Each year, councils across England and Wales collate the number, size and cost of illegal rubbish dumping in their areas. Anything above the size of a lorry-load

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Gigabit funding MORE than £20million is to be invested in West Sussex’s digital infrastructure to deliver gigabit-capable broadband. Funding for several ‘full fibre’ projects was agreed by the county council’s cabinet on Tuesday. The schemes will be financed from the business rates funding pool. Cllr Bob Lanzer, cabinet member for the economy, said: “I’m delighted to see this further, significant investment in the county’s digital infrastructure. Councils in West Sussex are innovating in a space created by slow commercial investment and trying new approaches to see which are most effective in expanding gigabitcapable connectivity to all areas of the county.” The county council’s digital infrastructure team is working with

district and borough councils and central government to further develop a vision for the county’s digital future. This includes increasing ‘full fibre’ and maximising coverage of gigabit-capable broadband through the West Sussex full fibre programme. On Tuesday, funding was agreed for projects which include building on the county-wide initiative to build new gigabitcapable services to key public sector sites and exploring with the commercial market its appetite for early investment in rural areas. Chichester gigabit: 50 public-sector sites £0.74million and Arun gigabit: 100 publicsector sites £1.5million. The cabinet’s decision is subject to the usual call-in period.

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The Conservative county budget gets signed off A CONSERVATIVE budget at West Sussex County Council has been signed off for 2020/21 after Lib Dem and Labour amendments were defeated. The local authority’s share of council tax is set to rise by 3.99 per cent, the equivalent of an extra £55.17 for a Band D property. As well as cutting millions of pounds in several areas, the county council is proposing extra spending in the areas of children’s services, adult social care and fire and rescue. Cllr Jeremy Hunt, cabinet member for finance, said: “It’s a robust budget this Conservative administration can be proud of. Despite the challenges we face, it continues to deliver the services that residents expect from us.” He added: “I’m sure there will be many potholes on the road ahead but we already have seen clear signs that we are heading in the right direction.” He explained that despite making £18m of savings in 2020/21 they were still facing an estimated £45million funding gap over the next three years. They, alongside other local authorities, are awaiting results of the Government’s funding review. Both Lib Dem and Labour budget amendments called for the reversal of a £100,000 cut to the local assistance network and a £100,000 cut to the post 16 support service for young people not in education, employment or training. The Lib Dems also proposed two extra posts to accelerate progress to tackle climate change and two additional roles to explore opportunities for improvements in sustainable travel. Meanwhile, Labour also wanted to reduce cuts to library opening hours, pilot Sunday opening hours at Crawley and Burgess Hill libraries, fund an extra post to increase

participation with the home library direct and digital library plus services, reinstate the previous levels of urban grass cutting, additional resources to repair road signs and refreshing line painting, more therapist time to support children of alcoholdependent parents, employ a climate change lead officer and fund work to boost the night-time economy in town centres. Both defeated amendments proposed significant cuts to the county council’s communications team. Cllr Dr James Walsh, leader of the Lib Dem group, suggested the presentation of the Tory budgets was getting ‘rosier every year, but for the majority of residents it’s getting worse year on year’. He suggested any Tory claim of financial prudence had a ‘hole blown right through it’, pointing to the extra money ploughed into failing children’s services and fire and rescue, the £4million settlement paid to unsuccessful highways contract bidder Amey, and the recent alleged £265,000 financial settlement paid to outgoing chief executive Nathan Elvery. Cllr Walsh criticised the state of the county’s roads, with some potholes ‘as large as kitchen sinks’, described how homelessness grants were being ‘virutally abolished’ and flytipping was on the rise in West Sussex. He said: “Residents and taxpayers are being asked to pay an ever-increasing amount of council tax for ever worsening services.” The opposition parties’ plans to reduce the communications budget was criticised by Cllr Bob Lanzer, cabinet member for economy and corporate resources, who suggested a cut of that magnitude would have a significant impact.

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No more answers NO FURTHER answers on an alleged sixfigure settlement to the former boss of West Sussex County Council were released at a meeting last week. Nathan Elvery left the authority ‘by mutual consent’ in November after being ‘away from duties’ for the best part of two months on full pay. It is alleged he received a £265,000 settlement from the county council, although this figure has never been officially confirmed and no reasons have ever publicly been given for his departure. The county council reportedly also spent more than £35,000 on legal advice before reaching the settlement. The payment and the need for greater transparency were both raised on Friday by opposition members. Cllr James Walsh, leader of the Lib Dem group, called it a ‘highly irresponsible waste of money’ and tabled a series of written questions on the subject. Meanwhile, Labour Cllr Michael Jones attempted to amend the council’s pay

police so any severance payments above £100,000 have to be voted on by all councillors before they can be agreed. Cllr Jones said the money had been paid to Mr Elvery with ‘minimal if any reference to elected members’. He added: “It certainly does not make this council look very good to its local residents." But chairman Cllr Janet Duncton instead suggested a report should be prepared for the governance committee on the subject before any decision was taken. Cllr Walsh asked: “Why do we need a report on something that is simple and we can all make a decision on immediately?” Cllr Jones added: “There should be no hesitation on this, what does it need another report for?” Cllr Bob Lanzer, cabinet member for the economy and corporate resources, said: “It would be premature on the spur of the moment to take a decision such as this without considering any impacts. It’s right to wait for the report that the chairman has requested.”

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` Fire inspection A REVISIT by inspectors has reported that West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service has made ‘tangible improvements’ in a number of areas. Inspectors noted ‘a clear commitment’ by the fire service and West Sussex County Council to make improvements. They said they could see an accelerated pace with the improvement work over the past few months, mitigating the risk to public safety. Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services revisited the service last month, following an inspection in November, 2018. In a letter to the chief fire officer, Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, they said there were ‘tangible improvements’ with prevention and protection activities. The inspectors went to five stations, spoke to staff in areas where they identified issues, and interviewed those responsible for implementing the service’s action plan. They noted staff told them they felt supported and included in the improvement work, especially new IT solutions. They praised the service’s new programme management office’s ability to support driving these improvements forward. In her conclusion, Dru Sharpling, the lead HMI Inspector of Fire and Rescue Services, said: “During this revisit we found a clear commitment from you and the county council to make the improvements the service needs. You recognise that more action is necessary, but we have seen tangible improvements, especially within the last four months, in mitigating the risks to public safety we identified.”

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Sight charity gets bags of help from big supermarket By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A CHARITY which helps those in the Post area with sight problems has received funding from a supermarket. Sussex’s Tesco customers voted to help people with brain injuries, those with sight loss, and provide free transport to local hospitals and NHS children’s nursing teams. Tesco marked its centenary year with two special Bags of Help funding rounds, with a huge £100,000 funding pot in Sussex. The winners of the second round have now been revealed, with first place, Headway East Sussex, which was awarded £25,000. In second place, 4Sight Vision Support received £15,000. In third

place, SERV Sussex got £10,000. The 4Sight Vision Support charity will use its funds to support Sussex people with sight loss through prevention, education and outreach. Nik Demetriades, chief executive at 4Sight Vision Support, said: "We’re really grateful to Tesco for this funding in our penultimate year to our centenary anniversary. It will make a big difference to people living with sight loss across Sussex. The money will go towards outreach services to help members access services that support independence, confidence and lead to a life of well-being after sight loss.” Keith Jackson, Tesco Bags of Help manager, said: “Congratulations to the recipients of our Bags of Help centenary grants. They’re all worthy winners

and we hope this funding helps them continue their important work in our communities. “The centenary grants are a huge part of our celebration of a century of delivering great value for our customers. And Bags of Help applications have opened again for 2020, as we aim to support more groups and organisations helping to make a difference across Britain this year.” Bags of Help applications have opened for 2020 and customers are invited to vote for the project they wish to receive the top prize, using blue tokens handed out at checkouts. Three groups will be awarded grant amounts of £2,000, £1,000 or £500 every three months. Find out more about Bags of Help at: tesco.com/bagsofhelp

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` Melody for Mind ON THURSDAY, March 5, Chichester Library is launching Melody for the Mind, an informal dementia-friendly singing group. The group is open to everyone and is designed to boost mood and wellbeing. It will run from 2pm-3pm, and will take place on the first and third Thursday of every month. There will be an eclectic mix of songs to sing, including golden oldies, songs from musicals and more modern songs and there will also be a chance to have a chat over a cup of tea and coffee. There is no charge for these sessions and no need to book - just drop-in. To find out more, contact Chichester Library on 01243 777351 or email: chichester.library@ westsussex.gov.uk

` Chorister day CHICHESTER Cathedral will be holding its annual chorister open day on Saturday, March 7, an opportunity for children and parents to find out more about becoming a chorister in this historic 900-year-old place of worship. The open day is suitable for boys in years 2 and 3, as well as their parent/guardians. It will begin with an informal workshop, where children will have a chance to meet and work alongside the cathedral’s current choristers. To find out more or to book a place on the open day, email: lmassistant@chichestercathedral.org. uk or call 01243 812488.

Friday, February 21, 2020

Oiled canal swan saved By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk

A SWAN which was rescued from the city's canal is being treated by a wildlife hospital after it was coated in oil. The team at Brent Lodge Wildlife Hospital, based in Sidlesham, are currently treating the swan rescued from Chichester Canal by an RSPCA officer. On arrival, the swan was in a very weak state and after an initial assessment the animal care team found it be to be coated in petroleum-based oil. The external effects of the oil were the most noticeable and often the most immediately debilitating to the swan - as oil can destroy the waterproofing and insulating properties of their unique plumage. This may have caused the bird to suffer from chilling, especially during the recent cold temperatures, which means it may have been unable to fly, forage for food or remain afloat in the water. Ingestion of the oil while the swan attempted to preen its feathers resulted in it suffering from dehydration and internal irritation which then could become susceptible to secondary infections. It is these internal effects of oil that can cause the most longterm damage if untreated. A team of trained hospital staff and dedicated volunteers at Brent Lodge treat over 3,500 wildlife casualties a year with the knowledge to provide care and treatment to more than 120 different species. A hospital spokesman said: "To restore

the swan’s all-important water-proofing condition and without damaging the delicate feather structure, the oil was removed from the feathers. "The swan was bathed in several hot washes of Fairy washing up liquid - this is the best form of oil removal recommended by our veterinary consultant. "After cleaning, a charcoal-based solution and nutrients were then administered orally by feeding tube until the swan was permitted free access to food and water. Placed in a warm, quiet area away from people and noises, he was then left to stabilise." Once the swan has improved its feathers it will then slowly be exposed to water and temperatures comparable to outside weather - this of course is critical if it will be released during colder temperatures. Oiled bird cleansing and rehabilitation is difficult and must be carried out with specialised guidance and recovery care. Newly washed birds should be placed in a clean holding pen to minimise human intrusion until they gain condition. Recovering wildlife respond well to being in a comfortable ambient temperature with heat lamps or overhead heaters. This allows birds to dry and preen their feathers back into alignment or for mammals to feel safe. The charity is currently holding an appeal to raise £2,000 to help construct an outside recovery shed to house recovering large birds and mammals such as the swan. For more information, or to donate to the charity, visit: brentlodge.org

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Enjoy a wonderful spring break in the east as we explore Suffolk. Visiting Ickworth House, the archaeological site of Sutton Hoo and explore some of the county’s beautiful historic towns on the coast and in the countryside.

Keukenhof, Delft & Dutch Flower Parade

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In spring the famous bulb fields of Holland bring bursts of colour to the landscape. We visit Keukenhof Gardens, which offer the visitor 70 acres of colourful splendour, take in the amazing flower parade, and enjoy a canal cruise in the beautiful town of Delft.

This beautiful area of England has inspired many great artists and writers. Enjoy the lakes both from the shore and from the water with a journey on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, a visit to the Lakes Aquarium and cruises on both Ullswater and Windermere.

Jersey by Air

5th July - 7 Nights

South Devon Coast

Connemara, Galway & Magical Mayo

10th August - 5 Days

13th September - 7 Days

Paignton Steam Railway

Elizabeth Castle, St. Helier

This beautiful small island in the Bay of St Malo has enchanting country lanes, wooded valleys and picturesque villages. A wealth of history is to be discovered in its castles, Stone Age monuments, relics of WWII and a host of museums.

Crich Tramway Village

We explore delightful Derbyshire and the Peak District with visits to Chatsworth House, Kedleston Hall and Crich Tramway Village, and include a tasting at the National Brewery Centre Museum. A number of rooms still available with no single supplement.

During this glorious break at the stunning Headland Hotel, Torquay’s highest rated three-star hotel, explore the South Devon coast by road, by rail on the Paignton & Dartmouth Railway and by water on the Dart River.

Kylemore Abbey

This gorgeous area of the Emerald Isle is filled with rolling hills, dramatic coastline and mysterious lakes. Excursions take you around Mayo and Connemara, with an afternoon in Dublin. Our hotel stages entertainment every evening including music, bingo and quizzes.

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CHICHESTER CINEMA AT NEW PARK

February 21-27 MAY I welcome to you Welcome to the Neighbourhood, Tom Hanks playing the cherished US children’s TV star Fred Rogers in a moving drama about his transformative encounter with a hard-bitten reporter, Matthew Rhys, playing cynical writer Lloyd Vogel. The show ran from 1968 to 2001 and made Rogers a national treasure in the US, much admired for the way he encouraged children (and adults) to engage with their feelings. But what about Roger’s own? Vogel investigates. This affecting delight is joined by The Man Who Killed Don Quixote. Terry Gilliam’s masterpiece, 25 years in the making, reminds us of the romantic ideal that the world needs dreamers who dare to defy convention. Director Toby (Adam Driver), is working on a ‘Don Quixote’-themed ad on the plains of La Mancha. Ten years earlier, he had shot a black-and-white ‘Quixote’ adaptation, casting as the chivalrous knight a shoemaker, Javier (Jonathan Pryce), who still believes he is the don and Toby is his squire, Sancho Panza. Riotous. Kristen Stewart struts her stuff in Seberg, a psychological thriller about Hollywood star Jean Seberg who fell foul of the FBI in ’60s America. The film shows how easily a Hollywood star could needle the paranoid authorities, and the precarious soft power that it lent her. Clear a space in your calendar for the piercingly, profoundly film, So Long My Son, which traces the lives of two families over three decades of social, political and human upheaval in China, offering a humanistic look via two main dynamics: friendship and parental love. How do those kinds of relationships survive? Chanteraide is an acoustic warfare analyst working in French submarine surveillance in The Wolf’s Call and who uncovers a conspiracy aiming to start a world war. This muscular, absorbing hit

French action thriller is grounded in human drama. The absorbing documentary, Show Me the Picture: The Story of Jim Marshall, traces the career of the photographer who captured memorable moments, from Johnny Cash in jail to the Beatles’ last gig, while the Rolling Stone: Life and Death of Brian Jones, concentrates on the 50th anniversary of Jones’ premature and controversial Sussex drowning as well as the hedonistic life of the Stones musician. Performance events this week are two ballets: Swan Lake (Bolshoi Live, Feb 23) and Marston & Scarlett, from the ROH (Tue, Feb 25), based on the momentous life and career of the cellist Jacqueline du Pré. The man who coined the Bug Bunny’s catchphrase, ‘Eh, what’s up, doc?’ is the focus of the talk by the cinema’s education department’s Patrick Harwood on Screwball Genius - The Outrageous Films of Tex Avery (Sat, Feb 22). A celebration of his short animated films is illustrated by clips includes ‘Red Hot Riding Hood’, ‘Screwball Squirrel’ and ‘North-West Hounded Police’. Chichester Cinema at New Park, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY Box office: 01243 786650 www.chichestercinema.org

FILM G U I D E

NEW RELEASE

The Call Of The Wild

Adventure, Family Screened at Picturedrome Cinema ADAPTED from the beloved literary classic, The Call Of The Wild vividly brings to the screen the story of Buck, a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life is turned upside down when he is suddenly uprooted from his California home and transplanted to the exotic wilds of the Alaskan Yukon during the Gold Rush of the 1890s. As the newest rookie in a mail delivery dog sled team – and later its leader – Buck experiences the adventure of a lifetime, ultimately finding his true place in the world and becoming his own master. As a live-action/animation hybrid, The Call Of The Wild employs cutting edge visual effects and animation technology in order to render animals in the film as fully photorealistic – and emotionally authentic – characters. Harrison Ford stars as grizzled John Thornton, who befriends Buck while Dan Stevens, Omar Sy and Karen Gillan also feature as humans Buck encounters on his legendary adventure.

Emma

Comedy, Drama, Romance Screened at Picturedrome Cinema JANE AUSTEN'S classic 19th-century novel about misread romance and the folly of youth has been translated into film no less than three times, with countless more small-screen adaptations easily beating that. The 1996 version starring Gwyneth Paltrow is probably the one most fondly remembered by viewers, but 2020 introduces a delicious new take, with Split’s Anya Taylor-Joy taking the lead role. Set within the fictional English country village of Highbury and its surrounding estates, the story revolves around the eponymous Emma Woodhouse, a beautiful young woman and self-proclaimed date doctor who has a habit of matchmaking friends and neighbours together. All is going pretty well until she almost misses out on a chance of love herself as soon as the dashing George Knightley arrives. Knightley is played by British singer-songwriter Johnny Flynn, who leads an ensemble support cast including Bill Nighy, Mia Goth and Miranda Hart. This fresh interpretation of popular period comedy marks the directorial debut of long-time photographer Autumn de Wilde. Therefore, those planning to see it should expect some beautiful costume design, impressive attention to detail, and some thoughtful cinematography in this beautiful iteration of this timeless classic.

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PICK OF THE WEEK

SEE

Sonic The Hedgehog

Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi Screened at Picturedrome Cinema SMALL town cop Tom Wachowski (James Marsden) is the newly-appointed sheriff of Green Hills, Montana, but his role is about to get supercharged when he clocks someone, or something, travelling through his sleepy town at 760mph. To his amazement, the culprit who is also responsible for power outages across the whole country turns out to be a lightningfast interdimensional blue hedgehog with boundless energy and a mouth as quick as his feet. Beloved video game icon Sonic, voiced by Ben Schwartz, comes to life courtesy of stunning CGI in his first live-action film that finds him on the run from the U.S. government. But the authorities are unable to catch the elusive “extra-terrestrial creature”, they’re forced to turn to unhinged Dr Ivo Robotnik (aka Eggman) to track him down. Jim Carrey is at his frantic best as the highly-intelligent yet highly-erratic criminal mastermind who wants to harness Sonic’s powers for world domination. With Sonic turning out to be less of a global threat and more of a fish out of water with a good heart, Tom takes him under his wing as the two become friends. Cartoon and cop buddy up as they embark on a road trip of (mis) adventures to evade capture. Collect Sonic’s gold rings, and save his home planet.

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SONIC THE HEDGEHOG (PG)

Parasite

FRI/SUN: 11.30AM, 2.30PM, 4.45PM, MON/WED/THU: 2.15PM, 5PM TUE: 1.30PM, 4.15PM

Comedy, Drama, Thriller Screened at Picturedrome Cinema THE Kim family are close. All four live in a tiny basement flat and all four are unemployed. But when the son, Ki-woo, is recommended by his friend to take a well-paid tutoring job, hopes of a regular income blossom on the horizon. THere’s only one small issue - he’s not a qualified teacher and has to fake it. Carrying the expectations of all his family, Ki-woo heads to the extravagant Park family home for an interview and after securing the job discovers they also need an art tutor for their son, something he thinks his sister could pretend to do… if they don’t know she’s his sister. Soon, the whole family has infiltrated the Park

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

PARASITE (15) (SUBTITLED) FRI - SUN: 4.30PM, 7.30PM MON/WED/THU: 4PM, 7.15PM TUE: 4.30PM, 7.45PM DOOLITTLE (PG) home but as their deception unravels events begin to get increasingly out of hand in ways you simply cannot imagine. Winner of the Palm d'Or, two BAFTAs, and four Oscars including best picture, Bong Joon Ho reminds us that he is one of the world’s most exciting, talented, and entertaining directors with the hilarious, scathing, thrilling, and utterly unique Parasite.

DAILY : 2PM FRI - SUN: 11.15AM, 2PM

THE CALL OF THE WILD (PG)

FRI - SUN: 11AM, 1.45PM, 5.15PM, 8PM MON/WED/THU: 2.30PM, 5.15PM, 8PM TUE: 2.45PM, 5.30PM, 8.15PM

EMMA (U)

FRI - SUN: 10AM, 1PM, 4.15PM, 7.15PM MON/WED/THU: 1PM, 4.45PM, 7.30PM TUE: 1.15PM, 4.45PM (SUBTITLED)

BIRDS OF PREY (15)

DAILY (EXCLUDING TUESDAY): 7.45PM TUE: 8PM

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WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK February 21-27

events

music

Friday, February 21, 10am-noon Methodist Church, 76 High Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1RZ Entry free, with tea/coffee, biscuit and chat. All welcome. Every Friday

Friday, February 21, 8.30pm Riverside Caravan Centre, Shripney Road, Bognor Regis PO22 9NE Tickets: £10 at: ticketcrowd.co.uk

QUEEN TRIBUTE NIGHT

WELL-COME POINT

BRINGING ON BACK THE 60S

JO TOWNSEND - CLAIRVOYANT, MEDIUM, PALMIST

Friday, February 21, 10.30am-4pm Felpham Post Office, 92 Felpham Road, Bognor Regis PO22 7PD To book and for pricing, visit: JoTownsendWellbeing on Facebook

Saturday, February 22, 7.30pm Alexandra Theatre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tickets: £20. Visit: alexandratheatre. co.uk or call 01243 861010.

MEET & GREET COFFEE MORNING

Friday, February 21, 10am-12.30pm North Mundham Village Hall, School Lane, North Mundham, Chichester PO20 1LA In support of Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group

BIG SALE - CHICHESTER BOYS CLUB

Saturday, February 22, 10am-noon Chichester Boys Club, 34a Little London, Chichester PO19 1PL

SPRING WEDDING FAYRE

Sunday, February 23, 10.30am-2.30pm Barnham Community Hall, Murrells Field, Yapton Road, PO22 0AY

SEED & PLANT SWAP

Sunday, February 23, 11am-3pm The Bridge Support Centre, School Lane, Selsey PO20 9EH Hosted by Youth Dream charity. Call 07815 790770.

DIZZY LIZZY

Saturday, February 22, 7.30pm Assembly Room, North Street, Chichester PO19 1LQ Tickets: £20 at: wegottickets.com or by phone, 01243 816525, or in person from The Novium, Tower Street, Chichester PO19 1QH

MENDELSSOHN VIOLIN CONCERTO - JOHAN DALENE

THE NATIONAL SPIRIT HURDLE

Sunday, February 23, 12.30pm-6pm Fontwell Park, Fontwell Avenue, Fontwell BN18 0SX Advance tickets from £15. Book at: fontwellpark.co.uk

OPEN MIC POETRY & JOAN SECOMBE

Monday, February 24, 7.30pm Bassil Shippam Centre, Tozer Way, Chichester, PO19 4 Entry: £3. Hosted by Chichester Organic Gardening Society.

RAILWAYS OF THE ISLE OF WIGHT - COLIN BRADING

Wednesday, February 26, 7.30pm Chichester Railway Correspondence & Travel Society, Committee Room 3, County Hall, PO19 1RQ Entry £3. All welcome

Thursday, February 27, 7pm St Mary's Hall, Grasmere Close, Felpham PO22 7NU Free but must be booked at: eventbrite. co.uk

dance

THE HOUSE OF DANCE

Wednesday, February 26 and Thursday, February 27, 7pm Alexandra Theatre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tickets: £10, adult, £5 under-16s. Book at: alexandratheatre.co.uk or call 01243 861010.

Tuesday, February 25, 7pm Picturedrome, 51 Canada Grove, Bognor Regis PO21 1DW Tickets: £15, visit:picturedromebognor. com

February 25-March 8, 10am-4.30pm, excluding Mondays Oxmarket Centre of Arts, St Andrew's Court, off East Street, Chichester PO1 IYH. Free entry

ROYAL BALLET LIVE

JUDY

Tuesday, February 25, 7.30pm Coronation Hall, Reynolds Lane, Slindon BN18 0QT Tickets: £5 on the door or book by calling 01243 814735

gigs

THROUGH MY EYES

JOY TRPKOVIC

February 25-March 8, 10am-4.30pm, excluding Mondays Oxmarket Centre of Arts, St Andrews Court, off East Street, Chichester PO1 IYH. Free entry

MIDNITE SUN

Sunday, February 23, 4pm The Lion, Nyetimber Lane, Bognor Regis PO21 3JX

BRIDGETTE HORN

February 25-March 8, 10am-4.30pm, excluding Mondays Oxmarket Centre of Arts, St Andrew's Court, off East Street, Chichester PO1 IYH. Free entry

MYSTERY WARRIOR: THE NORTH BERSTED MAN

SLOWBURN

Friday, February 21, 8pm The Fountain, 29 Southgate, Chichester PO19 1ES

Until September 26, 10am-5pm (MondaySaturday). The Novium, Tower Street, Chichester PO19 1QH Entry: free, donations welcome

THE ALIBI

Friday, February 21, 9pm The Hothampton Arms, 49-51 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PR

shows

RELATIONSHIPS WITH CONSEQUENCES!

Friday, February 21, 7.30pm and Saturday, February 22, 2.30pm, 7.30pm The Hibbard Studio, Chichester High School, Kingsham Road, Chichester PO19 8EB Tickets: £12, adults, £6 children. Book at: chichesterplayers.org.uk

ONE DUCK DOWN

Saturday, February 22, 11am and 2.30pm The Spring Arts & Heritage Centre, East Street, Havant PO9 1BS Tickets: £8, visit: thespring.co.uk or call 023 9247 2700

DIG

Wednesday, February 26, 7.30pm Jubilee Hall, New Park Centre, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY

exhibitions

MILITARY TALK - SHERYL GREEN

SIMON WATTERTON (PIANO)

Tuesday, February 25, 1pm-1.50pm Chichester Cathedral, West Street, Chichester PO19 1PX Entry free with retiring collection

film

Thursday, February 27, 7pm. Dementia Support, Sage House, 110-130 City Fields Business Park, Chichester PO20 2FP. Entry: £8. Booking essential: 01243 888691. In aid of Dementia Support.

Sunday, February 23, 2.45pm Assembly Hall, Stoke Abbott Road, Worthing BN11 1HQ Tickets: from £25, at: worthingtheatres. co.uk or call 01903 206206

JAILHOUSE JAZZ

Sunday, February 23, noon-5pm Felpham Community Hall, Meaden Way, Felpham PO22 8FA Entry: £3, in aid of Cancerwise

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BADGERS, BATS, BUTTERFLIES & BEECH TREES

Thursday, February 27, 10pm Arundel Jailhouse, The Undercroft, Town Hall, Maltravers Street, Arundel BN18 9AP Entry: £8.

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Sunday, February 23, 10am and 11.30am Spring Arts & Heritage Centre, East Street, Havant PO9 1BS Tickets: £5 for babies and children. Accompanying adults free. Visit: thespring.co.uk or call 023 9247 2700

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Saturday, February 22, 9pm The Hothampton Arms, 49-51 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PR

PHOTO EXHIBITION: REFLECTIONS OF ARUNDEL

Until March 3, 10am-4pm Arundel Museum, Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA Entry included with museum entry

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Saturday, February 22, 9pm The Foundry, 1 Southgate, Chichester PO19 8DH

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Saturday, February 22, 9pm The Fishermans Joy, 71 East Street, Selsey, PO20 0BU

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Saturday, February 22, 8.30pm The Seal, 6 Hillfield Road, Selsey PO20 0J

SLIM JIM & THE WILDCARDS

Sunday, February 23, 8pm The Hothampton Arms, 49-51 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PR

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Thursday, February 20, 9pm TAO, 41-43 High Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1RX

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Friday, February 21, 8pm Coach & Horses, The Square, Compton PO18 9HA Entry: £1 per person

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Saturday February 22, 8.15pm The Cabin, 169 Elmer Road, Bognor Regis PO22 6JA Entry: £2.50 per person. Food from 7pm

WEEKLY QUIZ

Wednesday, February 26, 8pm The Waverley, Marine Drive West, Bognor Regis PO21 2QA Entry: £1 per person

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Debunking myths behind serial killers

Reliving the special music of the sixties The Psychology Of Serial Killers Thursday, February 27, 7.30pm Pavilion Theatre, Marine Parade, Worthing BN11 3PX Box office: 01903 206206 or online: worthingtheatres.co.uk FORENSICS lecturer Jennifer Rees will explore one of psychology’s most troubling topics - how and why people become serial killers. Jennifer will explore the different categories of serial killers, using case studies to illustrate. She will also debunk common serial killer myths and discuss the typical differences between male and female serial killers, again, incorporating case studies to illustrate – audience members may be surprised by what they learn. Jennifer will also investigate the phenomenon of killer couples, such as Fred

and Rose West and The Moors Murderers Ian Brady and Myra Hindley, as well as exploring the folie à deux syndrome, also known as ‘shared psychosis’. Why do women fall in love with known serial killers? Jennifer will discuss the clinical knowledge surrounding why serial killers gain admirers, fan mail, and even spouses in light of their atrocious crimes. The audience can learn about hybristophilia, and the astounding case of the 'Night Crawler’s' trial. A fascinating time-lapse video of facial reconstruction on the skull of a discovered body will show how murder victims can be identified. This intriguing, if grisly, evening out is at Worthing's Pavilion Theatre on Thursday, February 27, 7.30pm. Tickets are available from £20.50, from Worthing Theatres box office.

Trailblazing poet heads bill at New Park Open Mic Poetry: Joan Secombe Wednesday, February 26, 7.30pm Jubilee Hall, New Park Centre, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY A SPECIAL evening celebrating creativity is planned by Chichester Poetry when cofounder and organiser Joan Secombe heads the bill at Open Mic Poetry at the New Park Centre on Wednesday, February 26. Spokesman Barry Smith said: "We’re delighted that after working behind the scenes for many years, Joan will be taking centre stage as guest poet to read from her first collection of poetry, Moving from the west, which uses family history, the landscape of south Wales and travel for inspiration. Joan was born and raised in south Wales before studying English at University College, London, going on to train as a teacher after some experience in industry. Her whole teaching career was spent at Chichester’s Bishop Luffa School, where she combined the role of housemistress with teaching English. She took a particular interest in teaching creative writing and with Barry Smith founded and edited the long running, multi prize-winning magazine of young people’s poetry and prose, Knight Life. Joan is particularly proud of the award certificate signed by former poet-laureate Ted Hughes. She developed her expertise by attending an Arvon writing course during a sabbatical

and decided to focus on poetry writing. Joan was one of the first teachers to be designated a teacher trailblazer by the Poetry Society for her work teaching poetry to children. After retiring she went on a course tutored by Carol Ann Duffy and Gillian Clarke. In the second part of the evening, local writers will get the chance to share the platform with Joan and read their latest poems. Barry added: "It promises to be a stimulating evening. We welcome poetry from old friends and newcomers to the open mic in any style and any subject. Those who prefer just to sit back and listen are equally welcome." Open Mic Poetry is on Wednesday, February 26, 7.30pm, at Jubilee Hall, New Park Centre, New Park Road, Chichester. Entry is £4 on the door. For further information, call 07813 244731 or visit: chichesterpoetry.simplesite.co.uk

Bringing on Back the 60s Saturday, February 22, 7.30pm Alexandra Theatre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tickets: alexandratheatre.co.uk or call 01243 861010 IF Paradise is Half as Nice as your memories of the 1960s, make a beeline for the Alexandra Theatre where top tribute band New Amen Corner will be headlining Bringing on Back the 60s. This fast-moving show includes a stunning multimedia presentation and special guest appearance from multiaward winning Nancy Ann Lee, who is known as “Little Miss Sixties”. The New Amen Corner are one of the hardest working and most highly respected acts on the sixties circuit here in the UK and around Europe. With multiple British sixties tours under their belt, the master-revivalists enjoy an unparalleled reputation

which has grown through backing some of the biggest names of the sixties (Chris Farlowe, Peter Noone, Chris Montez, Mike Pender and many more) and from the energy and authenticity of their own shows. With keen attention to detail, New Amen Corner provides the ultimate journey through the decade that defined pop music. Nancy has also toured as support with Marti Wilde, Eden Kane and Mike Berry. She has been nominated and recognised at The British Country Music Awards multiple times. With her strong vocal ability, she can sing the songs we all know and love from the iconic 60s era. Little Miss Sixties will be backed by the New Amen Corner for that authentic 60s sound bringing a special female element to an already fantastic show. Whether you go to this show to relive your childhood memories or simply want to see what your parents have been raving about for all these years, this show is a must. Full of timeless classics performed with the most authentic 60s sound, accompanied on the large screen by all the visual effects to complement, this will be two hours of million selling hits from the most prolific decade in musical history.

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Lottery funds will help folk festival to reach out REACHING out to help people with mental problems has resulted in the Bognor Regis-based Southdowns Folk Festival being awarded £10,000 from the Big Lottery Awards for All funds. `Musical Minds` is aimed at improving mental wellbeing in the area through the platform of the annual Folk Festival and using music, comedy and radio as the mediums to achieve this. The project will involve the town's SURF Radio Respect and the Bognor Institute of Laughter with inputs from the national organisation Joe Strummer Foundation. Chris Collins, from SURF Radio Respect, said: "We are really excited about our involvement with Musical Minds, which will begin in April and finish in November this year. As a radio station which has been running for six years, we are acutely aware of the issues surrounding mental well-being and this project will definitely help quite a lot of local people to feel valued and gain in selfconfidence. "We will be aiming to do a lot of outside broadcasts at the September event and will also be applying for a temporary FM community licence so we can reach a far wider audience." Musical Minds will involve specialist training in the leadup to the festival, such as technical skills, logistics, health and safety, event planning plus creative script writing, all leading up to a full programme of broadcasts and comedy plus music events in and around the project marquee which will be on the Place St Maur, next to the Regis Centre for the duration of the festival from September 17-20. Sarah Fisher, from the Bognor Institute of Laughter, added: "We have been going for over two years and Musical Minds gives us a great opportunity to reach wider audiences and involve local people in what we do, thereby boosting their self-esteem and giving them a real sense of achievement. "We`ll be initiating a lot of new creative work for the project and want to draw in existing and new people for what we are planning." Southdowns Folk Festival chairman Roger Nash said: "We are really grateful to Awards for All in putting their faith in us and we do believe Musical Minds will not only be a big hit but could prove to be a model to build on for similar future projects involving creative arts, music and

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which is turned into vitamin A in the body and helps keep your corneas moist and healthy. Leafy green vegetables - These contain antioxidant plant pigments which help prevent or slow diseases such as macular degeneration and cataracts. Kale, spinach and broccoli, which are all in season, are good sources. Omega-3 - Omega-3 is believed to reduce the risk of age related macular degeneration and can be found in oily fish, tofu, walnuts, and chia seeds. It may also help prevent dry eyes and cataracts too! However, the best way to ensure good eye health is to have regular eye exams and we recommend an OCT alongside your regular exam for a detailed retinal scan. The Richard Tildesley Practice Chichester is offering OCT scans for the reduced price of £25 (usually £45) until the end of February when booked with a sight test.

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City salon ensures women's hair is always their crowning glory with colour specialists Q Hair & Beauty 37 North St, Chichester PO19 1LX Tel: 01243 782489 www.qhairandbeauty.co.uk MOST women regard their hair as their crowning glory - when we know our hair is looking good, that makes us feel good! A great cut is essential, of course, but the colour is just as important and achieving the fabulous shade that’s perfect for you isn’t as simple as looking through a shade card. The key to perfection is a really thorough consultation and Q Hair and Beauty, Chichester’s

prestigious salon, is one of the few which offer this before colour treatment is embarked upon. This attention to detail and dedication to achieving what is right for each and every guest is just what you need to give you complete confidence, knowing that an expert in colouring has helped you choose a gorgeous shade which will not only appeal to you but will complement your style and your colouring - and will be achievable depending on your particular kind of hair. At Q Hair and Beauty, a thorough consultation is regarded as essential and you can enjoy a 45-minute one-to-one appointment with your stylist, discussing where you are now and where you want to be in terms of your hair colour, whether it’s just a slight change or a bold new look. He or she will look at the condition of your hair and chat at length about what you hope for, suggesting several options and identifying the perfect shade. Integrity of the hair is always at the forefront of any colour treatment and a skin test is essential beforehand. A Q Hair & Beauty client said: "I know from personal experience just what an asset it can be to take advantage of the Q route to achieving a colour you will love. After moving to Sussex I tried a number of salons but none of them got it right - as well as the various shades being either too dark or too ‘yellow’, the condition of my hair deteriorated badly and eventually resembled straw! "It was when I felt I looked like Worzel Gummidge that a friend recommended Q and I’ve never looked back. The lovely Helen took everything in hand and at the consultation she was completely realistic about what needed to be done, warning me that because my hair was badly damaged, it would require several treatments. "She was absolutely right and six months later I had an immaculate, glossy ash blonde bob, a gorgeous colour, shining with health."

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Another advantage of a consultation at Q is that you will be given a full and accurate quotation so you can be confident there will be no unexpected extras. At that stage you pay a £20 deposit which will be deducted from your final bill. Q’s highly-qualified and experienced stylists receive regular ongoing training in the latest colour trends and techniques so they are always bang up to date with the current fashions and also have an

unerring eye for colours which will be the perfect choice for you. It’s amazing what an incredible transformation can be achieved with a new colour, so to get the perfect result, it’s well worth taking the time to get the right expert advice from the start. You won’t regret it and you can count on your Q stylist maintaining your ideal colour or adapting it when required.

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Hello Ladies! Would you like to lose weight and tone up? Then look no further than Shape & Tone! We are a new weight loss and toning studio in Runcton, Chichester – we will encourage, motivate and guide you to reach your goal, whatever that may be, perhaps getting into that smaller dress size, or to reach the perfect weight for you. Whatever it is we are here to help!

JANE C Joining the Shape & Tone studio is the best thing I’ve done this past year. The Shapemaster chairs and toning tables are definitely keeping me fitter and more toned. There’s great support for losing weight, too, as having struggled to lose weight many times in the past, I am amazed to see that I’ve lost 8lbs in the last four weeks. I highly recommend this very friendly and supportive studio.

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An actively new lease of life for Andy thanks to life-changing hip surgery Nuffield Health 78 Broyle Road, Chichester, PO19 6WB 01243 884553 www.nuffieldhealth.com SIXTY-SEVEN-YEAR-OLD Andy Mackie, who is married with one daughter in her final year of university and who owns two active Hungarian Vizsla dogs, had been living with occasional pain in his hip for seven or eight years. In the last 18 months, this started to increase and restricted his ability to bend, cycle, tie his shoelaces and walk the dogs. As a family, they enjoy active holidays including walking and skiing and it was becoming more and more obvious that his ability to participate and enjoy these holidays was becoming significantly limited. When his hip pain progressed to being almost constant and began to impact on his quality of life, Mr Mackie decided it was time to act and

contacted Mr Michael Moss at Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital, having had great feedback from one of his close friends who had previously seen Mr Moss at Nuffield Health. Mr Mackie explained: “Mr Moss and Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital were recommended to me by a friend who is a keen golfer, tennis player and accomplished snow skier. She had both hips replaced by Mr Moss and now spends about four months every winter skiing in Austria! Mr Moss performed a total left hip replacement for me in March, 2019, just a couple of weeks after my 67th birthday. At the beginning of July, some three months later, I went on a cycling holiday in Greece where I covered over 600km of road and mountain biking in a couple of weeks. I went back to Greece in October for another week of cycling, which included a couple of 60km rides through the mountains. I have now completed the ‘January Challenge’ at my local health club, which was to either ride the equivalent of the final stage of the Tour de France (122km) using the static exercise bikes, row the Channel (34km), or run a marathon (42km) using the treadmill. I ended up completing three marathons, three Tour de France stages and rowed five times across the channel, beating any other club member by a significant margin! During all the above I have felt no pain, discomfort or restriction from my new hip. It has been wonderful to get fully active again, and I would like to thank Mr Moss and the team at Nuffield Health for enabling me to do this. A summer holiday of cycling, sailing, gym and studio classes has already been booked for this year, and I am already looking at ski resorts for next winter. In all, the care and service at Nuffield Health was excellent. The staff were very proficient, there was a positive atmosphere and even the food was five-star. Service-wise, they couldn’t do enough for you.

Not only were the whole pre-op, surgical and nursing teams reassuring, friendly, professional and fun, but the physio aftercare - both at Chichester and at Nuffield Health Sunbury, was brilliant and instrumental in getting me back on my feet, literally. The outcome of the operation surpassed my expectations and really has given me a new lease of life.” Nuffield Health Chichester provides a wide range of services using stateof-the-art medical equipment. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, Nuffield Health Chichester specialise in orthopaedics, women’s and men’s health, ophthalmology and general surgery. With rapid access to treatment, firstclass patient accommodation and endto-end support from chosen specialist consultants, Nuffield Health Chichester provides tailored treatment and care. For more information or to book an outpatient appointment in as little as 24 hours, call 01243 884553.

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Getting the perfect 2020 vision this year with Sight and Sound's optical experts Sight and Sound 5 High St, Bognor Regis PO21 1RQ Tel: 01243 823144 www.sightandsound.org.uk SIGHT and Sound have been offering optical services in the town of Bognor for over 75 years and we are constantly looking to give the very best care for our patients. We often get asked about contact lenses. Are they right for me? Am I suitable? What are the benefits? Here is some information that might help you decide whether contact lenses will work for you.

What are contact lenses?

A contact lens is a thin, flexible membrane that you apply directly to your eye (over the cornea) to correct vision. They work in the same way glasses do, by altering the direction of the light rays to focus light properly on to the retina. Almost anyone can wear contact lenses, whatever your lifestyle, age or prescription. Contact lenses are suitable for a wide range of vision types including multifocal, varifocal, astigmatism and dry eyes. At Sight and Sound our optician will help find the right solution for you.

How do I get started with contact lenses?

Once you decide to give contact lenses a try, you will need to book an appointment to see your optician. Your contact lens prescription will not be the same as your glasses prescription, so you’ll need to have a separate contact lens assessment to

determine what kind of prescription you will need. Once tested, your prescription will detail the shape, size and power of the lenses you will need. Your optician will discuss with you the next stages. Your optician will show you how to put contact lenses in and take them out. They will also show you how to clean them and answer any questions that you may have. There are many common questions associated with contact lenses that you may consider before going ahead with them, however if you have any concerns your optician will only be too happy to discuss them with you.

I’ve tried contact lenses before without success. Should I try again?

Yes. Over the last few years, lens technology has evolved. So if you tried contact lenses before and didn’t get on with them, it may be time to try again.

Are contact lenses comfortable?

Today’s lenses are made with high tech materials that let more oxygen into your eye. Contact lenses are now so comfortable you wouldn’t even know you are wearing them.

Do I have to wear contact lenses every day?

No. In fact some types of contact lens, such as daily disposable soft lenses, are particularly useful if you only want to wear contact lenses occasionally.

Can I wear my contact lenses for swimming?

Contact lenses shouldn’t be worn for swimming, or while in hot tubs or showering. Water holds a lot of bacteria and there is a risk of eye infections if you wear your contact lenses in and around

water. If you do have more questions or would like to talk to one of our opticians book an assessment on 01243 823144 or pop in branch at 5 High Street to chat to one of our staff.

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DENISE KELLY A passionate and motivated 'health expert/nutritionist

Light up your life with happy foods www.denisekelly.co.uk Tel: 07730671436 Email: denise@ thewellbeingcompanyltd.com IF YOU sometimes indulge in sweets when stressed or upset, you know how immediately satisfying they can be. But all too often, they result in a quick blood sugar crash and irritability. Just as some foods can have a negative effect on how you feel, some foods can have the complete opposite effect and lift your mood on a dull dreary February day, even if the sun is not shining. • Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids I see it in my clinics all the time, that omega-3 fatty acids have a vital role to play in brain function. Deficiencies in omega-3 fatty acids have been linked for a number of years now to mental health and anxiety issues. To increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids, consume foods such as: 1. Wild Alaskan salmon 2. Sardines 3. Anchovies 4. Mackerel

5. Other oily fish 6. Walnuts 7. Flax and chia seeds 8. Canola oil 9. Purslane (herb) In addition to whole foods, good sources of omega-3s are fish oil, flaxseed oil, and echium oil. • Pump up on probiotics Probiotics are best known for their role in digestive health, but emerging research suggests that bacteria in the gut sends and receives signals to the brain (known as the gut-brain axis). Consumption of a probiotic supplement has been found to improve both gut symptoms and depression in people with irritable bowel syndrome. Improvements are being seen in depression symptoms once you truly improve gut health. Increase your intake of probiotics with foods including: 1. Yogurt 2. Kefir 3. Sauerkraut 4. Miso 5. Tempeh 6. Pickled vegetables

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• Reach for whole grains Whole grains are important sources of B vitamins, nutrients vital for brain health. For example, thiamin (vitamin B1) is involved in turning glucose into energy, pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is needed to produce the neurotransmitter acetylcholine (involved in learning and memory), vitamin B6 helps to convert the amino acid tryptophan into serotonin, and vitamin B12 is involved in the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine, among others, all of which help to regulate mood. Look for grains in their whole form, such as: 1. Quinoa 2. Brown rice 3. Amaranth 4. Millet 5. Bulgur Whole grain foods can be confusing. A rule of thumb when reading food labels is that for every five grams of carbohydrate, a product should have at least one gram of dietary fibre to be considered whole grain. • Load up on leafy green vegetables Spinach and other green vegetables contain the B vitamin folate. Although the connection isn't fully understood, low folate levels have been consistently associated with depression. Folate deficiency may impair the metabolism of serotonin, dopamine, and noradrenaline (neurotransmitters important for mood), so by increasing vegetable and fruit consumption you

may just diminish your risk. Folate-rich vegetables include: 1. Spinach 2. Edemame 3. Artichokes 4. Okra 5. Turnip greens 6. Lentils 7. Avocado 8. Broccoli Folate is also plentiful in beans and lentils, with a cup of cooked beans providing 90 per cent of the recommended daily allowance. • Enrich your diet with foods high in vitamin D Known as the sunshine vitamin, this nutrient is made naturally in the body when skin is exposed to the sun's ultraviolet B rays. Vitamin D may increase the levels of serotonin, one of the key neurotransmitters influencing our mood, and that deficiency may be linked with mood disorders, particularly seasonal affective disorder. Lack of vitamin D is a serious risk for depression in older adults, so do all that you can to increase your levels wherever possible. How can I get more Vitamin D? 1. Spend time in sunlight 2. Consume fatty fish and seafood 3. Eat more mushrooms 4. Include egg yolks in your diet 5. Take a liquid supplement of Vitamin D Making time and concentrating on your health is essential to feeling fabulous and should be your number one priority.

Yada Volunteer Fundraiser - Events & Individuals – Yada

Yada is the overarching charitable organisation that runs The Esther Project (TEP). TEP is an outreach service to women in the sex industry across Worthing and coastal West Sussex. The project aims to increase safety, reduce isolation and improve emotional well-being amongst women in the sex industry. Your role will be to support the Manager with fundraising activities in various formats, depending on your skills and interests. Fundraising activities could include supporting/ running fundraising events, online fundraising (e.g. crowdfunding, social media campaigns), partnering with local corporates and steward individual/regular givers. Regular travel to the Worthing office will be required.

Treasurer - 8th Chichester – West Sussex Scouts

West Sussex Scouts offers fun, challenge and adventure to over 9700 young people aged 6 to 25 across more than 100 locations in West Sussex. A Treasurer is required to provide financial administration, support and information to the 8th Chichester Scout Group Executive Committee (Board of Trustees). Responsibilities of the Treasurer include; managing and monitoring the financial activities of the Scout Group; preparing financial reports and annual accounts; leading in the creation of budgets and financial planning and monitoring of these; ensuring the Group is financially able to function, has appropriate reserves and accounting procedures and controls in place; preparing the Annual Statement of Accounts for independent examination and approval by the Executive Committee and presenting these at the AGM; and being a full and active member in the Executive Committee meetings (approx. 4 evening meetings per year)

Gig Buddy Volunteer – Gig Buddies - West Sussex

Stay Up Late promotes the rights of people with learning disabilities to have full and active social lives. They do this through awareness raising, advocacy, running their Gig Buddies volunteer service and providing opportunities for people to lead full and active lives. Being a gig buddy involves attending an event with a person who has a learning disability, once or twice a month. You also help them to choose the event and help with practical / transport arrangements. You will receive training and support. You will need to be friendly and kind, with a good sense of humour; and willing to get to know somebody well, and to have a good gig buddying relationship with them, based on mutual respect and shared interests. To apply for these opportunities, or to see others in your area, please go to wwww.vaac.org.uk/volunteering.

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CommunityNews&Views Advertising Feature THERE are lots of activities taking place across the Aldingbourne Trust at each of our social enterprises. Our Aldingbourne Country Centre is now open every day from 9.30am to 4.30pm where we are busy finalising our plans for the Easter holidays, when we will be hosting a range of activity days over the two-week school holidays. Our ever-popular Wipe Out Zone is back on the Monday, April 6,and Tom’s Talking Reptiles on Friday, April 10, just to name a couple. We are excited to announce that our ‘Foam Party’ event will be returning this Easter on Thursday, April 9, and Friday April 17. Check out our website: aldingbournetrust.org/events for more information on our full events calendar. Over at our drop-in centre at 73 Aldwick Road Bognor Regis, staff and the people we support are hosting an Easter market on Saturday, March 28, from 11am to 2pm. You can pop in and join the fun, visit their crafts stalls and enjoy some refreshments. They are also holding an Easter hat competition, so why not get creative and come along on the day to enter for your chance to win a prize? All funds raise go towards our creative arts studio which provides creative workshops for the people we support with learning disabilities and/or autism. Are you looking for a costume or something to create for your children to take part in book week this year? Why not pop into our charity shop in Aldwick Road where they will be stocking a range of dress up costumes at very reasonable prices. We are always looking for donations to support our shop, so if you are having a clear out of unwanted items drop them in. Our charity shop is open Monday to Saturday, 9.30am to 4pm. The fundraising team is hosting its annual golf day at Cowdray Park Golf Club on Wednesday, May 27. We are looking for teams of four to take part, to help us raise funds towards developing the day centre for the people we support at the Aldingbourne Country Centre. Join us for a bacon butty to start your day at 11.30am, followed by a putting competition. At 12.30pm we will commence a Stableford competition round of golf with a shotgun start, and finish with a two-course supper while the winners are celebrated. To find out more, visit our website: aldingbournetrust.org/ fundraising-events or contact our fundraising team on 01243 544607 or: lenar@aldingbourne.org The Aldingbourne Trust is a registered charity, which supports adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to live the lives they choose. There are many social enterprises within the trust, including The Aldingbourne Country Centre; horticulture; wood recycling and charity shop in Aldwick Road, Bognor Regis, among others. We could not continue our support without the help of our volunteers. If you are interested and would like to find out more about volunteering for the Aldingbourne Trust, please contact Tracy Milward on 01243 544607 or: tracym@aldingbourne.org

A SUPPER and planning meeting for the Chichester Repair Cafe was held last month. All 19 volunteer repairers, including members from each of the teams – repairers, ‘gofers’, tea team and triage were represented from the total crew of about 25 volunteers. Supper, catered by BB Vegan, was a chickpea and apricot tagine, vegetable Madras curry, rice and vegan yoghurt. This was followed by St Clements flapjacks provided by Rachel, the teams' in-house baker. The group reflected on Chichester Repair Cafe’s achievements since September, 2018, and the willingness of the band of volunteers to get stuck in and make things happen. Jenny Cole, instigator of Chichester Repair Cafe, said: "There’s enough goodwill and money donated for services to consider moving to bigger premises, to have more of the repairers on site who have

FORTY primary school pupils from across Sussex attended maths and English enrichment mornings at a Chichester school. Westbourne House School in Coach Road, Chichester, organised the events over two consecutive Saturdays and were delighted to welcome 40 pupils in years 2, 3 and 4 from local primary schools to discover more about maths and English. The English morning, All About Shakespeare, was designed to spark interest in the Bard and introduce children to key plots and famous scenes. The English teachers were helped by three Year 8 pupils, who performed scenes from three different plays, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream and Macbeth. The visiting children became Capulets and Montagues,

signed up take part each time the Repair Cafe is open. "I'd like to say thank you to all our visitors for saving over 300 items from landfill over the last 15 months. That’s approximately half a tonne of waste not going into landfill. "There’s a demand for talks and demonstrations of our work. Last year saw two occasions, at the Weald and Downland Museum’s Good Life weekend and at Brewery Field open day. We agreed that there is enough capacity to do more with willing volunteers offering to help." This spring 2020 Chichester Repair Cafe will be returning to the Quaker Meeting House on Saturdays - April 25, May 30 and June 27. Electro/mechanical repairers and the fabric fixers can be found on Thursday mornings in Drapers Yard between 10am-12.30pm until the end of February.

hurling Shakespearian insults at each other and they learned why these feuding families were never be able to accept the love between Romeo and Juliet. During the maths enrichment morning, children solved tangram puzzles, the Tower of Hanoi, logical puzzles, learned number tricks and finished by code breaking using the secret Pig Pen code. The morning aimed to encourage problemsolving and an enjoyment of maths. Afterwards, one of the children's parents wrote to the Westbourne House maths department. The parent said: "Many thanks for a fantastic maths enrichment event. My son loved it and was fully engaged in the activities and even made a code for us to ‘crack’ at home. Thank you for the opportunity.”

FAMILIES are being invited to meet nearly 30 of the UK’s most prestigious senior independent schools at a senior schools’ fair at the end of the month in Chichester Cathedral. Hosted by The Prebendal School, the event will take place on Saturday, February 29, from 2pm until 4pm, in Chichester Cathedral, with exhibiting schools travelling from across Sussex and further afield. Head of The Prebendal School, Louise Salmond Smith, said: "You may be new to independent education, in a current independent school, or just want to find out more from the experts. "This event is the perfect opportunity for anyone who is interested in independent education to visit all the stands. The exhibitors will also be able to talk with families about the types of bursaries and scholarships that they offer to pupils every year." The exhibiting schools are; Bedales, Brighton College, Bryanston, Burgess Hill Girls, Charterhouse, Christ’s Hospital, Churcher’s College, Cranleigh, Ditcham Park, Farlington, Frensham Heights, Harrow, Heathfield School, Hurstpierpoint, King Edward’s Witley, Lancing College, Lord Wandsworth, Marlborough, Meoncross, Portsmouth Grammar, Prior’s Field, Roedean, Royal School Haslemere, Seaford College, Sherborne, Sherborne Girls, St John’s Southsea and Wycombe Abbey. Registering for this event is recommended by emailing: marketing@prebendalschool.org.uk or contacting The Prebendal School on 01243 520974. Visitors can also turn up on the day. The event is free and everyone is welcome.

BACK in August, 2018, while attending a beer festival in Rossendale in northern England, a visitor from Selsey was pleased to hear The Rossendale Male Voice Choir perform various songs including sea shanties. Impressed by the performance, John Bradley (‘Sloop John B’) vowed to travel the 300 miles back to Selsey to start something similar. After some deliberation, it was obvious that a sea shanty group was the way to go rather than start a male voice choir. Now, some 12 months and more than 20 performances later, The Selsey Shantymen are ten-strong and recruiting for more strong voices. "Having performed in 2019 at local pubs, theatres, on the beach, on the streets, anywhere where an audience can be found who might make a charitable donation to our adopted charity, The Selsey Community First Responders, we need to increase our ranks so that we can meet the demand," said John. Affectionately known as The Shants, they even travelled back to Rossendale in 2019 to perform alongside the choir that inspired their formation. For 2020. the Selsey Shantymen also hope to raise funds for charities and maybe find a sponsor for a PA system so they can perform at more outdoor venues. The experienced Shantyman was an important member of the crew as it was his job to set the beat of the work on ship by his call and the crew would pull or push as required and respond with a shouting refrain as the work was done. The Selsey Shantymen rehearse on Tuesday nights at 7.30pm at The Fisherman’s Joy, East Street, Selsey. Once a month, on the second Tuesday, they invite all into their rehearsals to get some ‘Shanty Therapy’ so why not give it a go? For more information, call John on 07826556041, visit the website: theselseyshantymen.co.uk

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The archaeological history of Medmerry By Pat Saunders, volunteer at The Novium Museum MEDMERRY is an area of the Manhood Peninsular, north-west of Selsey. In 2008, storms resulted in flooding of the area, in particular at the Medmerry Holiday Park. Between 2011 and 2013, the Environment Agency carried out a managed realignment of the area to provide flood defences for the local area and create habitat. Archaeology South-East (ASE) worked on behalf of the Environment Agency identifying and excavating archaeological features and deposits ahead of construction. This article addresses some of the things they found through their investigations of the site. A series of raised beaches lie between the coast and the Downs. These were created during periods of warmer climate and higher water levels. During ASE’s investigations at Medmerry raised beach deposits from the Quaternary period were found that would have been deposited around 125,000 years ago. At the end of the Mesolithic period (around 5,000-4,000 BC) the water tables rose, causing water channels to be less dynamic. This, in turn, encouraged peat development. Peat is an organic mass that can be dated. It also preserves micro-fossils such as plant pollen which provide an indication of the environment at a given time. This era

provided a fairly stable environment with ponded water, wildfowl and beaver that could be exploited. A Mesolithic flint scraper discovered on the site also indicated human activity in the area. The peat record at Medmerry finishes at about 3,000 BC. At the start of the Neolithic era there was an abrupt change observed by an erosion event in the peat. This suggests sea incursions and storm activity, a switch from relative stability to a more challenging cold and wet environment. In the Bronze Age, by around 2,000 BC, a brackish lagoon had formed. Close to the lagoon were “burnt mound features” identified by huge piles of fractured (through heat) flint cobbles with charcoal that are assumed to have heated water in nearby tanks. There is no clear indication of the use of these features, although suggestions have included the evaporation of water in the production of salt. In the Bronze Age, we see the beginnings of extensive field systems. Around ten houses were also discovered. The houses are believed to have had elaborate fronts. Artefacts uncovered suggest salt working for domestic use, also loom weights and evidence of a cremation cemetery. At around 800 BC, the Bronze Age site abruptly ends. It is possible that this is in

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part due to environmental factors, as the area appears to become colder and wetter and storm surges occur, which may have affected the fresh water supply. After 100 BC, conditions became more stable once again and into the RomanoBritish period buildings and field systems begin to emerge. A curious wooden structure dating to 700900 AD was discovered on the site. Its use remains uncertain, however, suggestions include a possible fish weir type structure. Another theory is that it could represent the beginning of land reclamation in the area and was used to catch sediment from flood events. A second later structure of ‘sails’ predominantly oak with ‘runners’ of willow or polar (wattle like appearance) was in use for around 120 years from around 1300 AD. The structure had cobbles placed in it to stabilise it. Creating such a structure and maintaining

it would have needed a lot of resources. By 1350 AD, storm surge events were occurring with cold stormy weather which marked the start of the “Little Ice Age” that lasted to the mid-19th century; its greatest intensity was between 1550 AD and 1700 AD. During the Second World War, the area was utilised for a series of coastal defences, erected to resist the threat of invasion – known as Operation Sealion (the planned German invasion). Later, the area became an air-toground gunnery range for bomber practice. If you would like to find out more about the excavations at Medmerry, the full report ‘A View from the Edge; Archaeological investigation on the Manhood Peninsula, Selsey for the Medmerry Managed Realignment Scheme’ is available to buy from Archaeology South-East. Visit: ucl.ac.uk/archaeology-south-east/ publications/monographs

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Chichester are prepared for a full-on finish MILES RUTHERFORD admits Chichester City are resigned to a full-on finish to the season after the spate of postponements. Last Saturday’s eagerly anticipated clash with leaders Hastings United at Oaklands Park was postponed the day before as Storm Dennis ravaged the country. The cancellation meant there were no wasted journeys for the players, officials or supporters. That was not the case on Tuesday night when Chi’s game at BetVictor South East play-off chasing Whitehawk was called off minutes before the scheduled kick-off after consultation with the managers and officials. Chi had even published their

team at that point. It now leaves Chi with 17 games to cram in before now and the end of the regular campaign in April. Boss Rutherford told The Post: “I wasn’t there on Tuesday but I believe it was the right decision. “Now we shall see what happens on Saturday when Hythe come to us but every game is the same at the moment with this weather. “We are going to have a lot of games at the end of the season. “We know we are going to end up playing three games a week at the end, which isn’t ideal. “Maybe they should play more midweek games at the beginning of the season when the weather is

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good, or at least better.” Chi were always playing catchup after their FA Cup run into the second round but Rutherford does not believe that is the main problem. He said: “That was only a few games in truth so they need to play as many games as they can earlier in the season before Christmas in my opinion. “I’d like to see more midweek games then and that way you will

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not have that pile-up at the end.” Chi's inactivity has had some positives - but also negatives. Rutherford said: "Where we haven't played, we are getting some players back. "But Josh Clack is serving a three-match suspension and that just seems to keep going. "Also, Gicu Iordache has gone back to Romania for a few weeks, so we are missing him." Iordache has been a consistent performer for Chi. Rutherford said: "He was playing for Loxwood a few years ago but he wanted to give it a go and he has been good for us." Tomorrow's opponents Hythe are a place and a point above Chi in seventh having played four more matches. The fixtures with Haywards Heath Town and Hastings United have been re-arranged. Chi have not played since their trip to Guernsey with wet weather aborting a midweek trip to Hanbury and then Hastings’ visit to Oaklands Park on Saturday. The previously postponed home meeting with Heath will now take place on Tuesday, March 10, with the return meeting rescheduled for the following Tuesday (17/3).

Hythe Town (H) Tomorrow (Saturday February 22), at 3pm

Selsey hope for home action SELSEY will hope to return to action tomorrow when Bexhill United visit in Southern Combination League division one (3pm KO). Daren Pearce's side were left frustrated last weekend when their match at Mile Oak was postponed after a second pitch inspection having already made the trip. The midweek visit to Arundel also fell victim to the weather. Jack Shonk struck twice as Bexhill drew 2-2 with Wick in midweek. The Pirates are fifth in the table. Selsey remain just below mid-table. Bosham play host to Rustington tomorrow in division two. Storm Dennis put paid to their game at Upper Beeding last Saturday in the league. Rustington are sixth in the table while Bosham are fourth from bottom, although seven points clear of Rottingdean Village their nearest rivals. Holders Chichester City Ladies were due to play Crawley Wasps last night in the Sussex Women's Challenge Cup at Lancing FC. Chi recently moved to Selsey's home from Oaklands Park.

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Mud, guts 'n' Pagham glory KERRY HARDWELL saluted mud, guts and glory as Pagham beat Peacehaven 1-0 to climb further away from trouble. A twice-taken penalty by Lukas Franzen-Jones saw the Lions dig out victory on an oldfashioned mud-bath of a pitch against a strong Peacehaven side. In the only game played on grass in West Sussex, Pagham skidded, slipped and battled to victory to climb up to 15th in the Southern Combination League premier division. Boss Hardwell said: “Back to back home wins in the last week, with two clean sheets to go with it, is a great week’s work for the club, especially as we stopped Peacehaven scoring for their first time this season. “It wasn’t a day for great football to be played with the conditions, it was a day to just battle as hard as we can. “One thing we have with this squad is lads who want to work as hard as possible and they got their rewards with three massive points for the club. “The back four were immense with Jordan Matthews making some good saves also. “That’s now four wins from the last five games, which has helped us massively, but we must keep building from now until the end of the season.” The game was only given the go-ahead after several pitch inspections. Only the most optimistic of the huge crowd believed the match would actually finish but although conditions deteriorated throughout the game, at no time was there any lying water on the pitch and it was good old-fashioned fun in the mud.

The crowd was swelled by the hundreds who turned out to celebrate the life of Pagham’s most successful ever manager Dave Kew, who had recently passed away. As expected, the first half did not display too much in the way of quality football, with the players struggling to adapt to the treacherous conditions, but it was highlighted by some excellent saves by both goalkeepers. Pagham’s Matthews made one absolutely superb save, while there were two from Alieu Secka in the Tye goal, one equal to Matthews from Lukas Franzen-Jones. The second half started much livelier than the first, Matthews making a couple of great saves. The defining moment of the game came in the 70th minute when the Lions were awarded a penalty, after a foul on Joe Clarke following excellent work by the hardworking Callum Chalmers. Although Secka saved the first attempt by Franzen-Jones, it was ordered to be re-taken as Secka had come well off his line and Franzen-Jones did not waste the second chance. The Lions held on for the last 20 minutes as Peacehaven threw everything at them. They survived, helped by a goal-saving tackle by Conor Geoghegan. In the end only another great save by Secka kept the score at 1-0 after Jake Heryet had his low, hard shot pushed around a post. The win was testament to the club’s hard working groundstaff and sensible officials. Pagham are at Eastbourne United tomorrow (3pm KO).

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Sportinbrief  Rugby ALTHOUGH Storm Dennis prevented any rugby at Bognor RFC at the weekend it was not all doom and gloom. Lewis Decarteret and Andrew Fadera, members of Bognor RFC Colts Academy, were in Stourbridge starring for England Rugby London and South East Division in their 31-7 win against the South West of England. The players were selected for the squad following successful games playing for Sussex under-18s. They are now only one step away from the England team. This was the first of a series of matches which will see the players face the Midlands and North. Fadera is in his last year at Hurstpierpoint College and was previously with Harlequins' junior setup until an ankle injury saw him leave the programme. These games serve as trials for the England Under-18 team. The Academy wish the lads luck and will have to play without them next Sunday as the Greens host Pulborough and the Purples travel to Crawley.

 Darts FRIARY Z's Nick Wyatt starred in week 12 of the Friday Benevolent Darts League as he helped set up a win for his side against Lamb Shankers. Results: DIVISION ONE - Friary 'Z' 15 Lamb Shankers 7; Little Legends 9 Newtown Amity 11; Lamb Nomads 8 Legends 15; Hunston Hares - bye. MOTM: Nick Wyatt (Friary 'Z') 17 & 17 darts [26.60 av] 2nd leg 40 left in 21 darts; Ricky Clark (Newtown Amity) 18 & 22 darts [25.05 av]; Gary Blackwood (Legends) 20 & 23 darts [23.30 av]. DIVISION TWO - Royal Oak 18 Lamb Chops 2; Chi Snooker Club 'A' 9 Pagham CC 'B' 13; Lamb - Aldingbourne Mavericks - Forfeit by Lamb; Friary 'D' - bye. MOTM: Keith Robinson (Chi Snooker Club 'A') 17 & 24 darts [24.44 av]; Dave Wingate (Royal Oak) 21 & 27 darts [18.92 av] 2nd leg 84 left in 27 darts. DIVISION THREE - Richmond Rebels 8 Railway Sleepers 12; Newtown Clubbers 9 Richmond Resurrected 12; Old Barn 5 Chi Snooker Club 'B' 15; ASC 7 Friary 'C' 15. MOTM: Gary English (Cabin) 21 & 24 darts [22.27 av]; Richard Pennells (Richmond Resurrected)[17.58 av]; Mark H Todd (Railway Sleepers) 24 & 27 darts [19.65 av]; Tim McCarthy (Friary 'C') 27 & 30 darts [17.40 av].

Friday, February 21, 2020

Phoebe's gold rush is put on hold BOGNOR ABC boxer Phoebe GriffithsJohnson's hopes of winning a national title have been put on hold. Griffiths-Johnson eased into the semifinals of the England Boxing National Youth Championships at Coventry but the tournament was halted after serious crowd trouble at the venue. England Boxing is looking at options, including rescheduling, the championships - which could open the door for GriffithsJohnson to continue her bid to win the title. Griffiths-Johnson beat East Midlands representative Leah Gunton (Guntons Community) in her quarter-final at the The Sports Connexion, Coventry in her 48kg to 51kg class. She was scheduled to meet Spennymoor's Carmel Carey (Tyne Tees) in her semi-final before the premature end. If she had got through to the finals, GriffithsJohnson would have been up against either Holly Heffron (Heart of Portsmouth) or Courtney Cox (Headland), who are both England boxers. Griffiths-Johnson said she felt confident and hungry after her unanimous points quarter-

final victory. She said: "I felt like I boxed really well. I felt relaxed and I enjoyed myself. "To win a national title would mean everything. "I can already see the belt on my wall! I want to be a two-time national champion." And her performance drew praise from former world champion Duke McKenzie. Coach Alan Wise said: "We got a lot of good feedback from coaches and also from Duke McKenzie, who made some lovely comments." Wise added: "She has been training really well, she has been on weight and the strategy has been to stay relaxed. "We wanted to box smart and always be the one to finish the exchanges and get the last shot off. She did everything we asked of her from start to finish. "She is the type of girl who needs to relax. If you try to make her too technically correct, it can fall apart and she needs to out her own stamp on it. "The reason why I wanted her in the finals is because then she would be chosen for the Tri Nations to represent England."

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Chichester battle so hard not to get blown away as Cobham claim win CHICHESTER lost 29-18 at in-form Cobham in London One South on their 4G pitch. Chichester made nine changes to the team that beat HAC by a single point, in a low scoring game, last time out. Pete Farrow, Joe Woods and Charlie Wallace came into the pack, Harry Seaman, Tom Knight and Tim Cook returned in the backs while Richard Ives, Jack Knight and Kyle Armstrong were on the bench. In persistent rain, and with a gusting wind blowing down the pitch, Cobham kicked off with the breeze behind them. It was Chichester who were first on the scoreboard, with a Tom Blewitt penalty from 30 metres after a Cobham infringement. Blues doubled the score on 12 minutes with a second Blewitt penalty. Despite playing into the wind, Chichester enjoyed the lion’s share of possession and a quarter-of-an-hour had gone before the home side crossed the half way line with the ball. On 18 minutes it was Blues’ turn to infringe and, with wind assistance, Cobham closed the gap to 6-3 with a penalty. A Cobham infringement allowed

Blues to kick for touch in the corner and from the lineout on the five-metre line the forwards inched the ball forward with a series of pick and goes. Gareth Davies deftly chipped a ball over the defence but it was a Cobham hand that applied the downward pressure in the ensuing scramble for a 22-metre dropout. On the half-hour mark, the home side levelled the scores with their second penalty kick. And three minutes later a well-timed pass on halfway split the Chi defence and Cobham were through for a converted try to go 13-6 ahead. With a couple of minutes left in the first half the referee produced a yellow card and Blues were down to 14 men. Cobham increased their lead by three more points with a successful penalty. In the dying moments, Chichester moved the ball out wide through Seaman, Wallace, Farrow and Nick Blount but Davies was forced into touch just short from Blount’s long pass as Chi trailed 16-6 at the break. The small contingent of Blues fans were pleased with the firsthalf performance, which had seen Chichester dominate for significant periods in challenging conditions.

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Despite being a man short, Chichester repelled all opposition advances, at the start of the second half. And 11 minutes into the second half the referee produced the yellow card again, this time reducing Cobham to 14 players. With the numerical advantage Blues advanced into the opposition red zone and won a penalty which was kicked to the corner. From the lineout Chichester’s pack moved the ball forward with a series of pick and goes but it was Rhys Thompson who darted over the line to touch down. The referee disallowed the try and took play back for an earlier infringement. Blues opted for the five-metre scrum and drove Cobham back over the try line, allowing Baz Magda to dot down. The conversion was missed but the gap had been closed to 16-11 with 61 minutes gone. Cobham increased their lead to 19-11 with a penalty four minutes later and started to stamp their authority on the game. Their wingers and full-back were up quickly, seemingly winning every lofted ball, while the fly half screwed low balls in to touch keeping Blues penned in their own half. With less than

ten minutes left Cobham increased their lead to 22-11 but Chichester were not ready to concede defeat. Blues pressure resulted in another penalty, kicked to a corner for a lineout. Blount secured the ball and the pack drove for the line before being stopped illegally. The referee signalled a penalty try and produced a yellow card, reducing the opposition to 14 players for the second time in the match. With the score poised at 22-18, Chi had hopes of snatching a win in the final three minutes. But from the restart Chi conceded a penalty eight metres from their try line and were caught out by a quick tap by the scrum half who dotted down. An excellent conversion from out wide into the wind seal their 29-18 win. Man of the match was Materati Waqanisau. Chichester’s next match is tomorrow when they welcome Medway to Oaklands Park (2.30pm KO). Chichester squad: Deavall, Farrow, Woods, Magda, Blount, Wallace (capt.) Makasi, Waqanisau, Seaman, Davies, T. Knight, Thompson, Blewitt, Rowland, Cook, Ives, J. Knight and Armstrong.

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ROBBIE BLAKE took the positives from holders Bognor's 7-2 Sussex Senior Cup defeat to a strong Brighton and Hove Albion side. The Seagulls raced into a 4-0 lead by half-time at Nyewood Lane and Rocks' cause was not helped when returning skipper Harvey Whyte was sent off after 54 minutes. Although a Brighton side went on to add three more goals, the Rocks never gave up and an improved second-half performance saw Josh Flint and Bradley Lethbridge score before the visitors added a seventh. Coach Blake was keen to put the performance - and result - in perspective against a side featuring a number of players who featured in the Carabao Cup for Brighton against Aston Villa earlier in the season, including Peter Gwargis, Haydon Roberts, Warren Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hora and Teddy Jenks. Albion led 2-0 early on after Lorent Tolaj got the first goal of his hat-trick after four minutes and then Jardan Davies made it 2-0 on 12 minutes. It was 3-0 in the 24th minute when Alex Cochraneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cross hit a defender and looped over the helpless Amadou Tangara. And Gwargis headed in the fourth in the 29th minute. Whyte

saw red on 54 minutes and five minutes later Tolaj drilled in a fifth. Keaton Wood hit the bar for Rocks while sub Tresor Shema hit a post as Rocks pressed. But sub Romaric Yapi added the sixth on 74 minutes before Flint and Lethbridge, with a powerful effort, replied on 76 and 81 minutes respectively. Tolaj completed his hat-trick with the late seventh. Blake said: "We have to give great credit to Brighton, and we can take a little bit of credit because they played a really strong team. "I believe five or six of their players played against Aston Villa in the cup. "With the first five chances they had, they scored four goals. No disrespect to the teams we play week in, week out, but for teams to score four goals against us it normally takes 15 chances." He added: "It's disappointing gto et beat 7-2, nobody wants to get beat, but the positives are we kept going and scored a couple of goals at the end and got better as the game went on. "Credit to Brighton though, they had real quality, especially in the final third." Rocks head to Haringey Borough tomorrow in the league as they chase a play-off spot.

Haringey Borough (A) Tomorrow (Saturday February 22), at 3pm

Hat-trick of signings at Rocks JACK PEARCE and Robbie Blake have been on a signing spree to bolster Bognor's depleted squad. Manager Pearce told The Post last week that the Rocks were struggling to cope with injuries to key players including commanding centre-half Joe Cook and midfielders Jake Flannigan and Doug Tuck. Pearce claimed "it was not easy" to add to the squad at this time of the season but he and coach Blake have done just that in the past week. The first player to arrive ahead of last Saturday's postponed home game against Bishop's Stortford was Tom Dinsmore from Premier League Bournemouth. The 19-year-old is a midfielder with an eye for goal who has been in the Cherries' under-23 side featuring in their league programme. Jerry Puemo became the second signing of the week for Rocks after the central defender switched from BetVictor Premier Division counterparts Kingstonian. Puemo moved to Kingstonian last summer from Farnborough. His previous clubs include West Brom as a youth as well as Scunthorpe and the Aldershot. And Bognor made it a hat-trick of additions on Tuesday this week when they completed the signing of winger Tresor Shema. Shema, 23, has been granted international clearance after a career spent previously in

the Netherlands and Belgium. Although born in Rwanda, Shema is Dutch and came through the youth set up of Third Division side SV Blauw Geel to play first team football. He was with KM Torhout in the Belgian third tier last season. Dinsmore and Puemo both made their debuts against Brighton while Shema came

off the bench. Injured duo Joe Cook and Jake Flannigan may return in time for next Saturday's game with Bowers & Pitsea. Bognor's new date for the BetVictor League home game against Bishop's Stortford will be Tuesday, March 24 (KO. 7.45pm). Rocks will be away to Horsham on Tuesday, March 10.

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by Harvey Whyte

MY SENDING off against Brighton was completely inexcusable. I was completely stupid and I cannot make any defence for my actions. It was stupid and silly and I just got angry and there are no excuses. It is disgraceful in fact and, as I say, I cannot defend it and I am so angry with myself. Yes, I was frustrated with the way the game was going and the scoreline but even that is not a reason I can use. It was just daft really. The game was dead and it was disgraceful. The annoying thing was probably there was a lot of energy pent up in me as I had not played for about three weeks. I have been suspended as everyone knows and then there have been the postponed matches. Again, that's not an excuse, but it is one of those things and it does happen like this sometimes. I can't believe I was so naive as it was a nothing incident. We had a free-kick and I was trying to get the ball back, and every time I went to get it the player moved it away. I stepped on his foot. The referee will say I stamped on it but it was more of a step, although I can't defend it. I don't know if this rolls on in the league but, hopefully, it does not. In all honesty, I have not spoken to Jack or anyone as I have been in such a bad mood. I am just so disappointed with myself and I have not spoken to Jack because I don't need telling from anyone how much of an idiot I am.

I am more frustrated with myself than anyone. Brighton were a quality side but I felt we played into their hands a lot, and that is why I was so angry. They played two number tens dropping deep, and did not play wingers, but the fullbacks were bombing on. They were able to flood the midfield but all we did was show them inside all the time. They kept passing and moving the ball inside and they looked a million dollars. With about five or ten minutes to go in the first half and then ten minutes after the break we started showing them down the line, and we actually looked all right. They were very good but we made them look even better than what they were. We could have stifled the way they played better but we didn't. Reaching the play-offs may come down to other people now because of my actions but I am still hopeful. We are still in reach of them if we can get a couple of results together. It is good we have added a couple of players and I think Jack will be looking to add a couple more. Tresor looked sharp when he came on against Brighton and I have seen some clips of him on YouTube and he looks like he could be a good addition. He needs to settle into how we play and us get to know him but he could be a good signing. I also thought a lot of the other boys did well against Brighton. I felt Josh Flint played well, as did Harry Kavanagh, which are positives going forward.

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