Community News The Clare Project “deeply saddened” following the passing of community member Matty Sheldrick “We are deeply saddened to be sharing the news that our much-loved community member, Matty Sheldrick, has died.” By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Business News Bulldog Bar Brighton, the oldest gay bar in Brighton which is one of the biggest supporters of the Brighton Rainbow Fund, has announced it is closing its doors “Due to what we have had to endure over the last four years or so (the pandemic and the current economic climate and excessive overheads we are having to maintain) we have decided that we have no option but to close the doors of the All New Bulldog Brighton.” By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News All invited to Lunch Positive’s community lunch tomorrow Everyone is invited to the Lunch Positive community lunch tomorrow – Sunday, November 27 – which is a whole community event to mark the forthcoming World AIDS Day By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Fundraising News ROCK THE RIBBON: Two of Brighton’s LGBTQ+ venues to raise funds for the Sussex Beacon on World AIDS Day Two of Brighton’s LGBTQ+ venues – Centre Stage and Legends Brighton – are to raise funds for the Sussex Beacon on World AIDS Day – Thursday, December 1. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
International News Russia passes ‘anti-gay’ propaganda law The lower house of Russia’s parliament has passed the final reading of a bill that bans the promotion of ‘LGBT propaganda’ to children – including in films, books or advertising – expanding on a law that was adopted in 2013. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Fundraising News The Sussex Beacon to hold bucket collections at Brighton Station on World AIDS Day – Thursday, December 1 Staff and volunteers will be donning colourful hoodies, braving the cold and cheerfully collecting as much as possible, to help raise much needed funds. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Business News Club Q Fundraiser at Club Revenge and R-Bar This Saturday – November 26 – Club Revenge and R-Bar in Brighton will be raising funds for the victims of the devastating attack on Club Q in Colorado. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Brighton & Hove to honour the lives of those lost in Club Q attack Brighton & Hove is to honour the lives of those lost in the Club Q attack with a Candlelit Vigil at the Brighton & Hove AIDS Memorial in Kemptown on Monday, November 28 from 7pm. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Father of Anderson Lee Aldrich – accused of murdering five people and injuring at least 18 – expresses relief they are ‘not gay’ The father of Anderson Lee Aldrich – accused of murdering five people and injuring at least 18 others in a mass shooting at Club Q LGBTQ+ venue at Colorado, USA – has said his first concern was that they were gay when he heard the news. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Bill Puddicombe – the Sussex Beacon Community News Bill Puddicombe, executive director of the Sussex Beacon, comments on merger between the charity and Peer Action From January 1, 2023, the two charities will work together to create a place within the Sussex Beacon’s organisation, where the peer led nature of Peer Action’s work will be preserved. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Arts Miss Hope Springs to bring ‘Christmas Agogo!’ to Brighton’s Rialto Theatre in December On Saturday, December 10 at Rialto Theatre in Brighton, Miss Hope Springs returns with the umpteenth reprise of her ground-breaking 1971 Granada TV special Christmas Agogo!… to this day considered an un-aired classic. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
FILE PHOTO: Test tube labelled “Monkeypox virus positive” is seen in this illustration taken May 22, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo Health UK Health Security Agency finds vaccination offers strong protection against monkeypox New UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) evidence indicates that a single MVA-BN vaccine dose provides around 78% protection against monkeypox 14 days after being vaccinated. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Health Winter wellbeing: Advice and tips to stay positive when things seem bleak Holding on to small moments of joy and positivity is going to be particularly important this winter, say the British Psychological Society (BPS), with the cost of living and energy crises likely to continue making things difficult for people across the UK. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Arts Brighton & Hove Pride announces magical festival offering at Ironworks Studios Continuing Brighton & Hove Pride’s mission to support LGBTQ+ artists all year round, they have some magical festive offerings for you this December, perfect for a night out with friends or a group of work colleagues. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Fundraising News The Avenue Kitchen and Tap in Peacehaven to hold World AIDS Day fundraiser for Sussex Beacon and National AIDS Trust The Avenue Kitchen and Tap in Peacehaven is to hold a World AIDS Day fundraiser for the Sussex Beacon and National AIDS Trust on Thursday, December 1 from 6pm. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Save money and reduce waste with the Brighton & Hove Library of Things Brighton & Hove residents can now borrow useful items like drills, carpet cleaners and sound systems, for free, from the Library of Things – a community-powered social enterprise that helps people save money and reduce waste, which also encourages people to share practical DIY skills with others in By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News England and Wales will NOT wear the OneLove armband during the World Cup in Qatar It has been confirmed by seven Football Associations – from England, Wales and other European nations – that team captains – including Harry Kane – will not wear the OneLove armband to promote diversity and inclusion at the World Cup in Qatar, due to players being put “in a position where they could By Graham Robson • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News Brighton LGBTQ+ Sports Society to run free football taster session on Saturday, November 26 It’s a great way to get involved in football, meet new people and play in a pressure-free and high-fun environment. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
International News Five dead and at least 18 injured after shooting inside gay club in Colorado Springs, owned by Matthew Haynes and Brandon Mills of Affinity Bar Brighton Matthew and Brandon are reported as being safe but five friends and staff members died and at least 18 people were injured. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Brighton LGBTIQ+ History Club to mark World AIDS Day on Sunday, November 27 For this end of November edition, the history club we will be meeting at Brighton Museum to explore, discuss, and remember local stories from HIV activists and historians. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Qatar London embassy picketed before World Cup Ninety people, including football fans, joined a colourful noisy protest outside Qatar’s London embassy today, Saturday, November 19, the day before the start of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Fundraising News BLAGSS’ Bowling Extravaganza raises £500 for Lunch Positive Brighton LGBTQ+ Sports Society (BLAGSS) held its annual Bowling Extravaganza at the Marina in November, raising £500 for local HIV charity Lunch Positive By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Kathy Caton Business News Brighton Gin founder, Kathy Caton, appointed to Gin Guild’s board In the coveted role Kathy will champion smaller distilleries advocating for the advantages that joining the respected industry body affords artisan producers in the UK and worldwide. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News The Brighton Half Marathon to return on Sunday, February 26, 2023 The event is local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon’s biggest fundraising event of the year By Graham Robson • 2 min read
