Worthing News
When Radio Worthing launches we’ll bring you the latest headlines for our town each hour during the day, you be able to catch up with the latest developments on this page or dive deeper into our Worthing Stories In-Depth page.
Our editorial policy will be to provide unbiased and uninfluenced coverage of what’s happening in our town and surrounding areas. As a community interest company we will be shielded from the commercial contraints of traditional media - there’ll be no clickbait or other artificial methods of warping the editorial stance in favour of maximum profit - instead we’ll focus on the stories that matter to us all as residents of Worthing.
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Shoreham Airshow Disaster Pilot Seeks Licence Reinstatement
The pilot of the Shoreham Airshow disaster, Andrew Hill, is seeking the reinstatement of his flying licences in a hearing with the Civil Aviation Authority.
Southwick Theatre Fundraiser Boosts Refurbishment Efforts with £1,500 Donation
A murder mystery event raised £1,500 towards a £35,000 refurbishment appeal for the Barn Theatre at Southwick Community Centre.
Sussex Police Re-appoints Jo Shiner as Chief Constable
Sussex Police Chief Constable Jo Shiner has been re-appointed to her role after stepping away briefly under a retirement scheme.
Person Hospitalised After Collision in Worthing
One person has been hospitalised and a charity shop window damaged after a serious collision in Worthing.
Worthing Charity Supports Baby Loss Awareness Week at Broadwater Co-op
Worthing based Acorn Pregnancy Counselling Centre will have a stand at Broadwater’s Co-Op Store to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week (9th to 15th October).
West Sussex Council Receives Over 30,000 Pothole Reports in a Year
West Sussex County Council received over 30,000 pothole reports in the last financial year and fixed more than 29,000 road defects.
Worthing Charity Seeks Volunteer Drivers to Assist Elderly Residents
The Royal Voluntary Service in Worthing and Lancing is calling for volunteer drivers to help elderly residents get to medical appointments and community events.
Black People Eight Times More Likely to Be Stopped and Searched in Sussex
New figures reveal black individuals in Sussex are over eight times more likely to be stopped and searched by police compared to their white counterparts.
Police Appeal for Information Following Assault on Worthing Seafront
Police are appealing for information after a man in his 40s was assaulted on Worthing seafront in a suspected hate crime.
Worthing and Adur Councils Face Multi-Million Pound Budget Deficits
Worthing and Adur councils reveal significant budget deficits, projecting financial shortfalls over the next five years.