A small aeroplane has been videoed performing tricks in Littlehampton earlier this morning. Copyright: Dwayne Hards. The video shows what appears to be a small aircraft performing stunts and showing off. The aeroplane likely came from Brighton City Airport in Shoreham-by-Sea as this is the nearest airport to Littlehampton. The aeroplane was flying in circles around Littlehampton, performing tricks and stunts. The reason for the plane's showing off is not known at this stage. Some people walking along the seafront at the time were watching the plane perform tricks.

Hundreds of people flocked to the seafront between Rustington and Littlehampton earlier this morning to enjoy a nice walk along the promenade with some stopping for a bite to eat at one of our independent restaurants and cafes. Many dog walkers brought their dogs along with them to enjoy a walk along the jammed seafront or East Beach. The seafront is slowly becoming busier each day as the weather becomes warmer. Most people appeared to enjoy their morning walk.

Toast - an independent Littlehampton restaurant - saw dozens of hungry customers flock to their café this morning to enjoy a bite to eat or drink amid the tremendous weather. Customers appeared to enjoy their visit to Toast. Toast currently have 510 reviews with a 4.5 star rating, according to Google Maps.

Hundreds of people - mostly elderly - have flocked to Rustington seafront this afternoon to enjoy a nice walk along the promenade or a bite to eat or drink from some of our small businesses. Beachgoers appeared to enjoy their walk along the seafront this afternoon.

Treating people differently because of their disability is not just illegal but also morally disgusting because everyone should be treated with respect and kindness whether they have a disability or not and those with impairments should be helped if needed. Disabled children in mainstream schools are more likely than the average children to face bullying at some point because ignorant children, and even teachers, don't understand them and think treating them differently is ok. Adults with disabilities are also more likely to face bullying because other ignorant people either don't want to or struggle to understand them. Forget the laws, bullying people because of their health, disability, race, religion, sex, gender identity, or any other differences is always wrong and should be dealt with by the relevant people, schools or workplaces, or even the authorities in extreme cases. Bullying someone because of a protected characteristic is illegal under UK, European, and international law. Discrimination, bullying, and mocking is always wrong, especially when it involves someone's disability, health, or other differences and it is important that it is dealt with robustly. People who are bullied are more prone to depression, anxiety, and many other mental health problems later on in their lives and may even commit suicide because they were shamed for being different. People who are bullied usually feel alone, hated, and depressed, as well as ashamed. If you or someone you know is being bullied, it is crucial that you speak up and report it as no one has the moral or legal right to treat you or them like this.

Parkrun volunteers enjoyed taking part in their weekly 9am run along the seafront with some participants travelling all the way from Cornwall and Surrey. Copyright: Dwayne Hards. Runners were warned that spitting and any antisocial behaviour is strictly forbidden. Breaches of this rule may result in offenders' parkrun memberships being cancelled at the discretion of overseers, according to a run director. Parkrun is managed fully by volunteers. James, a young man, was the first person to finish the run; however, parkrun is about the community, not racing. Parkrun takes place at 9am every Saturday on the Littlehampton seafront unless cancelled.

Questions have been asked as to whether civil enforcement officers have been heavy-handed when dealing with an elderly lady who's dog was not on a lead. The incident happened two weeks ago at the Edge By The Sea café in Norfolk Gardens, Littlehampton. The lady, who is a frequent visitor to the café, was picking up litter as she often does when the enforcement officers approached her and fined her £100. Witnesses said there was no discussion from the enforcement officers and it left the elderly woman "in tears". Witnesses also described how the lady often visits the area with her "well-behaved small dog" to pick up litter to keep the environment clean. Rules are unclear about when dogs should be on their leads with signs on the seafront saying only between May to September. Signs near the café are unclear. On any given day, lots of dogs are not on leads while out for a walk with their owners. People witnessing the enforcement were surprised that the officers didn't even attempt to explain the rules. One witness wondered out loud whether they would have treated a strong younger man differently to a small old lady.

A Norfolk Gardens' bus stop's windows have been severely damaged. The damaged bus stop is used by Compass buses on weekdays, serving the residents of Littlehampton and Rustington. The bus stop was likely damaged by vandals, according to residents. The bus stop has been damaged for months. The council have not got round to fixing it yet. Any more information will be added to this article.

A motorbike rider has driven along a pedestrianised footbridge - Pedestrian Footbridge - in Littlehampton earlier today, according to witnesses. The incident happened just days after a previous rider was filmed riding along Pedestrian Footbridge in Littlehampton. Motorbike riders riding along the pedestrianised bridge are posing a serious risk to both animals and pedestrians and are committing an offence, according to The Highway Code. Any more information will be added to this article.

A red car has been towed from Norfolk Gardens - a Littlehampton neighbourhood - earlier this morning with both the towing vehicle and car parked fully on the pavement. The car was loaded onto the back of the truck and towed away. The reason for the car being towed is currently not known. The car is often seen parked on the pavement in and around Norfolk Gardens. Any more information will be added to this article.

A cat named "Ruby" went missing earlier this month and lives near Norfolk Gardens, according to missing cat posters. The missing black, ginger, and white cat is microchipped and missed by it's owner. Please check your sheds, garages, and properties to make sure that "Ruby" isn't hiding there. If you happen to discover the missing cat, please message or call 07833 121288.

Hundreds of people flocked to Rustington seafront earlier this afternoon to enjoy some sunshine and relax amid the warm summer weather. Many people took to Rustington seafront for a nice walk and a bite to eat or drink from some of our small businesses. Dog walkers also decided to bring their dogs with them to enjoy a walk along the promenade and a game of fetch. When the weather is warm and pleasant, Rustington seafront is usually busy, especially during the summer months.

Hundreds of people flocked to Littlehampton seafront earlier this afternoon to enjoy the warm summer weather and some sunshine. East Beach was also busy earlier with many people relaxing and enjoying the sunshine. Many people enjoyed a bite to eat from some of our independent cafes. Dog walkers brought their dogs with them to enjoy a game of fetch and a walk along the busy promenade. When the weather is pleasant, the seafront is usually busy.

A tree has washed up on East Beach in Littlehampton yesterday afternoon. The tree had washed up unusually far from where the tide reaches. This tree appears to be a regular visitor as it has been spotted on the beach many times before and appears to be the same piece of driftwood. Driftwood is often spotted on East Beach, but it is less common for a tree to wash up. Driftwood washes up as a result of storms, logging, or any other natural changes.

A motorbike rider was filmed driving along a pedestrianised bridge - Pedestrian Footbridge - in Littlehampton earlier this afternoon. Copyright: Dwayne Hards. The rider was riding along the pedestrianised bridge, posing a serious risk of injury to pedestrians. The motorist drove along the bridge from Ferry Road to the Arun View Inn and may have left the restaurant under the influence of alcohol. Driving a motorbike on a public footpath is a criminal offence, except to gain lawful access to property or in the event of an emergency, according to The Highway Code. Dwayne Hards, LCN's founder, said: "What a dick move to drive along a pedestrianised bridge and pose a serious risk to other pedestrians. I guess you can't cure stupid."

Local metal detectorists have been making the most out of East Beach over the past few weeks with some claiming to have found expensive jewellery. Local metal detectorists return to East Beach most days and usually find plenty of litter, some pocket money, or even jewellery. Metal detecting is a great way of escaping the house and getting your daily exercise. Most metal detectorists avoid detecting on West Beach as the area is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is legally protected with local bylaws prohibiting the hobby. Before heading out with a metal detector, please check local restrictions and guidelines to ensure you avoid disrupting local wildlife or history.

Foxes and seagulls have been rooting their way through South Terrace and Fitzalan Road bins with fox poo and huge piles of litter scattered across the streets. The streets are currently being cleared from the fox droppings and endless piles of litter with Biffa binmen working incredibly hard to clear the foxes' mess. Seagulls and foxes have been raiding Littlehampton residents' bins for ages, causing an environmental threat to our wildlife, domestic pets, and local environment, as well as marine life. Animals often choke on pieces of litter, especially plastic. Surprisingly, not many residents have posted about the bin raid on social media.

A Border Force ship was spotted on the Littlehampton horizon earlier this afternoon with many helicopters circulating the area. Helicopters, including a Chinook, were hovering above the military boat with curious people viewing the incident from the beach. Many helicopters were flying in all different directions with some seeming unrelated to the military boat. Any more information will be uploaded to this article.

The reasonable weather has attracted hundreds of beachgoers to Littlehampton's stunning seafront earlier this afternoon. Residents and visitors enjoyed a walk along the promenade or some fun on the beach. Many beachgoers also enjoyed some refreshments from our local businesses. Many boats were leaving and entering the River Arun earlier this afternoon. Fishermen, crabbers, and metal detectorists were making the most of this afternoon's reasonable weather by looking for fish, crabs, and treasure.

A police car with the Thames Valley Police logo on the front was parked on South Terrace next to the Oyster Pond earlier this morning. The police car appeared to belong to Thames Valley Police as it was displaying their logo. It is unusual to see a police car with the Thames Valley Police logo in Sussex as the force only covers Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. Thames Valley Police do not cover Sussex. The reason for the Thames Valley Police car's attendance is not known at this stage. Any more information will be published on this article.

Works started on East Street as part of the £3.5million improvements to the High Street. Works to replace the pavements will continue until the end of the year in an attempt to modernize the town centre. In addition to some local funding, the majority of the funding comes from The Coastal Development Fund which is part of the wider European Regional Development. The council have also published designs for a new seafront. It was awarded £7.3million from the Levelling Up Fund in October 2021. More information can be found on the Arun District Council website.

Parkrun volunteers began their weekly community run along the promenade at around 9am this morning. Copyright: Dwayne Hards. Hundreds of volunteer runners took part in the community run with some travelling all the way from Surrey and a few other counties, according to a parkrun coach. Runners were told that they did not have priority over other pedestrians and to be mindful of them. They were also told not to cheat and advised not to spit. The Littlehampton parkrun takes place every Saturday and all are welcome (except under 4s) regardless of their running pace, according to their website. However, those who choose to take part must register only once and bring a copy of their scannable membership barcode. Some teenagers and children also took part in the community run, not just adults. Parkrun is managed entirely by volunteers.

Today's scorching hot weather has seen a large number of locals and visitors flock to the Bognor Regis seafront to enjoy a pleasurable day out and/or some refreshments from some of the town's restaurants or shops. The coast of Bognor Regis started getting busy earlier this morning and remains busy at this stage amid the scorching hot weather. Many people brought their dog(s) with them to enjoy a pleasurable, chillaxing, and healthy walk along the promenade. The promenade is seeing a daily rise in the number of it's visitors amid the return of summer and it's scorching hot weather.

A temporary shopping market has arrived on the High Street earlier this morning. The High Street is full of temporary markets until 4pm this afternoon. The markets will be taken down at 4pm, according to Belle's Wax Melts. The High Street was packed earlier today with many loose shoppers helping their local small businesses by shopping at the temporary markets. After a difficult and damaging time, please play your part and support local businesses by shopping with them and posting positive reviews.

The scorching weather has seen many people - mostly elderly - flock to Littlehampton seafront to enjoy a pleasurable walk along the promenade and/or some refreshments from some of the local cafes. Both Littlehampton and Rustington's seafronts began to get busy at around 10 o'clock this morning amid the scorching summer weather. People took their dogs for a morning or afternoon walk to let them enjoy the sun and some playtime on the busy beach. The seafront is seeing a rise in the number of visitors amid the return of the summer weather.

A creative piece of natural artwork has been discovered on East Beach in Littlehampton earlier this afternoon. A talented beachgoer has created some stunning artwork on the beach with nature's sticks, driftwood, and rocks. Other pieces of artwork were discovered on East Beach earlier today, including a happy New Year message which was drawn in the sand with sticks. This piece of artwork has given Littlehampton beachgoers something positive and creative to enjoy looking at, showing our visitors that we have a talented and caring community. If you are the person who designed this artwork, please contact us by emailing email.wcn.uk@gmail.com and we will be in touch with you.

The Brighton & Hove Albion's under 18s have been beaten in a football match against Southampton Football Club by 3-2. The Brighton & Hove Albion's under 18s were defeated by Southampton Football Club despite the youngsters' determination and best efforts to beat them in the match. James Baxter, professional development phase coach of the Albion, said: “The result is disappointing, but the players understand that, regardless of how well they might play after having a poor spell, you can’t always get something from the game.”

Brighton & Hove Buses - a disability confident company - are now looking to employ new engineers and bus drivers from all different backgrounds. Jobseekers can visit the company's employment workshop. This is where jobseekers can view the company's buses, be shown around the garage, drive a minibus, and sit in a training vehicle, according to Brighton & Hove Buses. Brighton & Hove Buses will also pay for future bus drivers' training if they are new to driving. Brighton & Hove Buses will provide light refreshments to jobseekers. For more information, please visit Brighton & Hove's employment page.

Rail services between Littlehampton and Chichester have had all lines suspended with rail replacement buses being used to replace trains amid works on the railway. All rail lines between Chichester and Ford have been suspended with rail replacement buses replacing trains today (Sunday, 9 January 2022) until the works have been completed on the railway, according to a Southern article. Passengers can find their rail replacement bus by either asking staff or paying attention to station signs and instructions. Works on the railway have been delayed due to a shortage of staff amid COVID-19. For more information, please visit Southern's website.

A violent man - Marcus Chapman - 29 - was beating and choking a woman in Brighton on March 27th 2021 and was let off with a suspended prison term despite prosecutors' pleas for a lengthy sentence. The thug was let off with only an 18 month suspended sentence, a £1,000 victim surcharge, a rehabilitation programme, and 180 hours of community service despite the severity of his actions and prosecutors' calls for a harsh prison term. Marcus Chapman, from Ann Street, Brighton, has received a restraining order prohibiting him from visiting any address related to the victim or the Greater Metropolitan College until December 26th 2022. The "man" continued to beat his victim, a woman, despite other members of the public trying to restrain him.

Paramedics and police officers were in attendance to an elderly man in the Harbour Lights Café on January 5th 2022. Paramedics and first aiders were performing CPR on an elderly man after he collapsed, according to a passer-by. Crowds were forming with many worried people discussing the incident and giving each other information on what had happened. Police were seen driving almost everywhere around Littlehampton when this incident took place. Police cars arrived after the ambulances. Dwayne said: "I wish the man and his family all the best during this time."

I feel buses and larger vehicles should have full right of way when pulling out or turning into a road/roundabout for the safety of other road users and themselves. In my perspective, I feel that buses, trams, lorries, and coaches should have priority most times over cars, bikes, and vans because I feel it will help reduce the likelihood of an accident in a situation where a bus or larger vehicle pulls out when they can't see properly. The Highway Code already states "Buses, coaches, and trams. Give priority to these vehicles when you can do so safely, especially when they signal to pull away from stops. Look out for people getting off a bus or tram and crossing the road." I also feel giving priority to these vehicles will make our roads a lot safer because more drivers will give way to bigger vehicles and will, therefor, help reduce the likelihood of an accident or a collision. I feel that giving way to larger vehicles is in The Highway Code for a good reason because this book is about road safety and they wouldn't have added the advice if it wasn't a safer way of driving. I also understand and accept that sometimes giving way to larger vehicles is dangerous, unsafe, or may even be more confusing and put other road users at risk of an accident so I only feel these vehicles should be given priority when this can safely be done. I believe in road safety and the traffic laws because they are in place for a reason. I feel quite concerned and surprised at the number of impatient drivers which don't give larger vehicles space or give way to them and that's what I would like changed by passing a law which mandates drivers give priority to large vehicles when safe to do so. I just feel it is common sense and basic safety to give priority and plenty of space to larger vehicles. I mean, let's be real, cars and small vehicles aren't going to win a collision with a bus or lorry so, if I was driving, I would just wait rather than risk losing my life and putting others at risk. Drivers can argue their right of way when they're underneath a lorry or bus and say "but I had right of way", however, it won't change the fact if they gave priority it wouldn't have happened. I am 14. I have #Autistic Spectrum Disorder (#ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (#ADHD). I am passionate about the rules of the road and traffic safety. I don't get in cars, but I have respect for other drivers and passengers providing they stick to the rules of the road. I only use public transport (except taxis) because I feel it is safer and there is far less chance of an accident on a train or bus.

A cat, aged two and named Thomas, has been missing for three weeks, according to it's owner (Jacqui Bunn). The missing cat is a black and white long haired breed, has a 'large fluffy tail', and is microchipped, according to Jacqui. Thomas's owner has "searched locally, knocked on doors, and put up some posters". Thomas used to play around the Worthing Road Allotments, according to Jacqui. Jacqui lives in Wick near Worthing Road Recreation Ground and Wick Football Club. She can be contacted on her mobile number, 07926 597922. Jacqui said: "Please keep a look out for him."

A Littlehampton Tesco security guard has discriminated against an autistic teenager after he walked in to the store and refused to "put a mask on" when unlawfully ordered to. A Tesco security guard was unlawfully ordering customers to "put a mask on" when they entered the store and one autistic teenager stood up to him by losing his cool and saying "you have no right to ask me this because it's discrimination". The security guard responded to him by saying "I can" so the teenager left the store and began shouting that he will "sue the corporation" amidst the discrimination committed against him. The teenager walked into Littlehampton Tesco and said he went in without any intent on a confrontation occurring, but the security guard started pointing at his face to gesture for him to "wear a mask", the teenager asked "what do you mean or who?" so the "mask man" ordered him to "wear a face mask", this is when he reacted. The autistic teenager said he felt "incredibly angry, discriminated against, and disgusted" at the security guard's actions. The security guard "looked quite taken aback" when he was stood up to, according to the teenager's teacher. The teenager said: "Perhaps instead of unlawfully ordering people to put a mask on, they should offer customers a mask if they wish because this is not discrimination as they can offer you a trial product and I feel that it is the same idea, but they have no right to demand people to explain their health to them or refuse them service." He added: "They should say would you like to wear or have one of our free or for sale face coverings and then explain that they are either free or the amount that they charge, the customer can then either accept the offer or refuse and that should be where it ends." Tesco said: "an investigation will proceed and they have taken onboard what the teenager said." If any person suffers "hurt or distress" which was caused by another business or individual, this is called "injury to feelings" and a civil tort has been committed. The minimum amount awarded in civil court is usually around "£1,000", according to a Citizens Advice article. Tesco have previously discriminated against people who refuse to "wear face coverings" and this has happened more than once. Previously, in Nazi times, the Jewish were obliged to wear a "yellow star" as a form of identification, but now people who do not wish to wear face masks or have a different view on the "mandate" are being divided by our mainstream media and ordered to "wear a sunflower lanyard" or be discriminated against. This similarity between the Conservatives and Nazis discrimination has struck concern in many people, often referred to as "awake". This "mask mandate" has threatened citizens right to freedom of choice and live a private and family life without government interference. People who wear masks and challenge "refuseniks" commonly report feeling "offended" when someone challenges them in the same way. Yesterday, Tesco nationally confirmed that they are now announcing the "mandatory masks in store", according to a Mirror Article.

A patient transport ambulance driver has been videoed using his handheld and hands free mobile devices whilst waiting at a level crossing in East Preston. Dwayne Hards, LCN's founder, was on the top of a double decker bus and saw an ambulance driver on his mobile phone whilst waiting in a queue of traffic at a level crossing so he took a video of the driver and emailed South Central Ambulance Service to complain. The ambulance driver was filmed using his phones on 10th December 2021 just after 9:30am. The ambulance driver was videoed happily tapping away at his devices. It is an offence to use a handheld device when the engine is running or the vehicle is in a queue of traffic. The offences also include: using a handheld device in a traffic jam, at traffic lights, or at a level crossing; touching a handheld device whilst the engine is running even if parked in a parking space; and using a handheld device whilst supervising a learner driver. Drivers can be fined £200, be awarded with six penalty points, be prosecuted, and/or be banned from driving if they break the law by using a handheld device whilst driving. Dwayne said: "I feel incredibly shocked to have seen an ambulance driver on their phone because, in that profession, I think they should know better. I will say that this one incident does not mean all paramedics use their phones whilst driving, however, those who do should be dismissed." If police feel you are distracted by using a hands free device, they can prosecute or fine you for careless driving or driving without due care and attention. The police were discussing seizing distracted phones in 2017, according to an article published by The Sun. South Central Ambulance Service said: "We take all reports from members of the public very seriously. Thank you for raising this matter and you have our assurances that it will be dealt with at the appropriate level."

Police were in attendance to what appeared to be a minor incident earlier today in Wick. Police were seen engaging with people at the front door of the property. The incident appeared to be "under control, mild, and calm", according to Dwayne Hards, LCN's founder and a passer-by. Two police officers were calmly talking to people outside of the address, according to Dwayne.

Calls were made to the Littlehampton coastguards after a buoyancy aid washed ashore in Rustington last Saturday on January 1st. The first beachgoer who alerted the coastguards gave the emergency dispatcher a What3Words address and translated the foreign writing on the buoyancy aid. After a search and rescue mission was launched, the coastguards came to the conclusion that no one was injured or harmed and the jacket was likely washed ashore from ages ago, according to the rescuers. The coastguards urged beachgoers to call the emergency services on 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard if they suspect an emergency is taking place out at sea or are unsure about something.

A man has sadly passed away after he fell from a flat on Holland Road in Hove earlier today. The emergency services were quick to respond to Holland Road in Hove, East Sussex, after a man fell from a flat and obtained life-threatening damages, however, the man was sadly pronounced dead by paramedics. Sussex Police have launched an investigation into the man's death, according to officers.

A Brighton man - Guiseppe Carella - has been remanded in custody after a 16-year-old girl was found in a room by police with drug supplying equipment and scales on February 25. Police received authorisation to force entry into an address in Kemptown, Brighton, and found a terrified victim who was being used for dealing and slavery. The 25-year-old man was arrested and kept in custody until he was due to appear at Lewes Crown Court on January 17th 2022.

A man has sadly passed away while kitesurfing near Bracklesham Bay Beach in Chichester on December 29th at around 1:15pm. Police said the man was pronounced dead before paramedics attended to the incident. The coroner's office have been notified about the man's death. Selsey Coastguard Rescue Team urged beachgoers to call 999 and ask for the coastguard if they suspect an emergency is taking place out at sea.

A thoughtful man has kindly paid £1.20 for a small portion of chips for an autistic teenager from Osca's Fish & Chips yesterday afternoon. After Dwayne Hards (LCN's founder and autistic resident, 14) didn't meet the minimum £2.00 card spending limit, a generous man kindly gave him the full amount, £1.20, for a small portion of chips and told him "not to worry about it". Dwayne said he was "grateful and appreciative". "This act of kindness goes to show we have an incredibly caring community which always looks out for one another," said Dwayne. This is not the first time Dwayne has been given money in Osca's Fish & Chips. Dwayne was given around £1.35 by a kind lady a few weeks ago.

A small tree has washed up on Littlehampton seafront earlier this afternoon. The washed up tree has previously been spotted on the seafront around a month ago, according to Dwayne Hards, LCN's founder and autistic resident, 14. Driftwood regularly washes up on the coast, especially fence posts, however, it is unusual for a tree to wash ashore, according to Dwayne. Driftwood is washed up due to strong weather, floods, logging, or many other natural causes. Driftwood is good for the sea because it releases natural tannins into the sea which slightly increases the acidity of the seawater, helping to prevent the sea from being contaminated by potentially harmful bacteria or viruses.

An autistic teenager's garden has been destroyed by the terrible weather during winter and has left him feeling "discouraged and disappointed" amidst the damage. Dwayne Hards, LCN's founder and autistic resident, 14, has worked right through the summer on improving his garden and is feeling "less confident" in continuing because of the damage caused by the tremendous weather but said he will continue with his work in the summer. The unforgiving weather had Dwayne's gardening equipment flying across his garden with plants dying; ornaments, tools, and greenhouses being broken; weeds taking over; and furniture ending up all over the garden because of the winds; as well as many other issues. This made Dwayne feel "upset".

Drains in East Green Car Park have overflowed earlier this morning with huge puddles of rainwater formed around them due to the rain. East Green Car Park was flooded earlier this morning because of the rain. Dwayne Hards, LCN's founder and an autistic resident, 14, said he was "fuming" after he didn't see the water and walked in a "massive" puddle of grey water at around 6:00am this morning. Dwayne said he believed the water to have been raw sewage at first and was panicking, however, he realised it was only rainwater and, at the very worst, possibly seawater.

Sussex Police have spent well over a week trying to catch drivers who drive illegally or use their phones in their stationary vehicles and the operation has been a huge success with many reckless drivers busted. Officers were ensuring motorists had full control of their vehicles, were driving safely and sensibly, wore their seatbelts, and were not driving under the influence of drink or drugs. 25 drivers were pulled over for driving whilst distracted. 19 drivers were pulled over for using a handheld device behind the wheel. 30 drivers were offered road safety advice. 18 drivers received a fixed penalty notice (FPN). Three drivers received a notice of intended prosecution (NIP). Police were catching bad drivers in an undercover HGV, filming any road traffic offenses which were committed on the A27, A23, M25, and M23 during their patrols.

Many drivers in Norfolk Gardens are rolling past stop signs without stopping behind the marked line despite this being a road traffic offence. Drivers risk having three penalty points slapped on their license for contravening a stop sign if caught by the police, according to a UK Government article. If any driver, rider, or cyclist passes any part of their vehicle over the dedicated stop line at a stop sign without stopping, this is an offence, according to The Highway Code. Police are not often visibly around to enforce the stop signs so drivers are getting away with running them, according to Dwayne Hards, LCN's founder and a resident. Some drivers stop behind the marked stop line as required, however, most don't due to a lack of enforcement, said Dwayne. Not only is this an offence, drivers also risk an accident if they fail to stop at a stop sign as they cannot see vehicles as they pull out.

A pedestrian - aged 46 - has been hit by a motorcycle on December 24th in Worthing and has suffered serious injuries. The pedestrian was hit by the motorcycle in Brighton Road, Worthing. The pedestrian was rushed to Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton for treatment, according to police. The young motorcycle rider, aged 21, was driving dangerously, under the influence of drugs, and suffered minor injuries, according to Sussex Police. Police said the motorcycle rider was arrested and temporarily released on bail after questioning. Sussex Police are asking those with any information or footage to contact them by emailing collision.appeal@sussex.pnn.police.uk or calling the non emergency number, 101, quoting Operation Cadder.

A boy - aged 11 - has sadly passed away in a deadly car crash on the M23 near Southampton on December 26th. The boy and his family were driving down the M23 in a red Nissan Qashqai at around 8:50am. The 11-year-old preteen was rushed to Southampton General Hospital in critical condition and sadly passed away there. The driver of the vehicle, aged 61, has been seriously injured in the crash and is now facing potentially lifelong and permanent damages. A woman, 48, and a girl, 9, suffered from only minor injuries and were treated at Southampton General Hospital. The boy's family are being helped to cope with his death by Hampshire Constabulary. Hampshire Constabulary are asking members of the public who saw the incident or have any footage to contact them.

A video shows an overexcited cat playing and climbing on a Christmas tree which resulted in the tree crashing down to the floor. The overexcited cat decided to use the tree as a climbing frame and this caused the tree to topple down to the ground. The YouTuber's cat, Sesshomaru, sent the tree crashing down with decorations smashing. This cat got a surprise when he or she came flying down with the Christmas tree. The video has reached well over 1,000,000 views with 271 comments and was published on December 5th 2012, according to YouTube. One comment jokingly called this scene a "catastrophe". As this video shows, cats and Christmas trees clearly do not mix. This video may only be shared by embedding but not downloaded or reuploaded as copyright claims will be pursued, according to the video's description.

People have flocked in masses to the seafront for the first time since this year's Bonfire Night to enjoy a day out as the weather has improved with some people wearing only shorts and a top. Hundreds of people took to the coast to enjoy a day out or walk along the promenade amidst the warm and reasonable weather. This is the first time the seafront has been this busy since Bonfire Night as the weather has been poor due to winter, however, people are now starting to return to the coast as the weather starts to get warmer. The Littlehampton Miniature Railway have began running their services again with many people going for a ride on the mini train. The train runs from Norfolk Gardens (Edge By The Sea Café) to Mewsbrook Park (the Wave). Fares cost £2 for an adult single, a return costs £3.00; a child single (aged 3-14 with under 3s going free) costs £1.50, a return costs £2.00; and a family return (two adults + two children) costs £9.00. Some people enjoyed a bite to eat and/or a drink at some of the coast's small businesses. East Green Car Park was also full of cars due to the number of people who drove to the beach. Dwayne Hards, LCN's founder and a Littlehampton resident, said: "It is great to see our community beginning to enjoy the amazing seafront again and we will continue to see more and more people on the coast as the weather continues to improve." "I hope all had an amazing Christmas and I wish you all a happy New Year's Eve!"