Fundraising News Charles Street Tap cabaret fundraiser for the Brighton Rainbow Fund on Sunday, September 3 Chris Marshall, landlord at Charles Street Tap, is hosting the 14th Annual Charity Birthday Bash with the support of the cream of the cabaret scene, to raise vital funds for the Brighton Rainbow Fund to distribute to local LGBTQ+ and HIV projects. The Birthday Party kicks off on Sunday, September 3 By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Books The Coast is Queer to return to Brighton in October The festival brings together an exciting lineup of nationally and internationally acclaimed queer writers, poets, performers and activists in a three-day festival of accessible, lively in-conversation events, workshops, films and discussions celebrating LGBTQ+ lives and writing. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community News Brighton Bear Weekend announces monthly bear social event, which raises funds for Sussex Beacon and Brighton Rainbow Fund, has a new home! The Bears at The Fallen Angel launch night is Saturday, September 2 at Fallen Angel Brighton, 24 Grafton Street, Kemptown, BN2 1AQ. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Rebranding the stadium for the Rugby World Cup 2015. Turning the American Express Community Stadium into the Brighton Community Stadium. Sport Brighton & Hove to welcome Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 From one exhilarating Women’s World Cup to another, there are just two years to go until women’s rugby takes centre stage as England hosts Rugby World Cup 2025. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Business News Karen’s Diner to open its doors at Brighton Marina this week This week sees the opening of notorious Karen’s Diner on the boardwalk of Brighton Marina. The 1950s-inspired American-style diner, named after a ‘Karen’ — one of those entitled suburban types who always wants to speak to the manager – has already taken 3,000 bookings in advance prior to opening. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Brighton & Hove Frontrunners’ Rainbow Run raises £3,500 for Brighton & Hove’s LGBTQ+ communities The event saw just under 400 runners (100 more than last year) start their Pride weekend by running the 5k route in Hove Park. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Have your say on anti-social behaviour in Brighton & Hove’s public spaces If you’ve been affected by anti-social behaviour (ASB) in public spaces in the area you live or work in, Brighton & Hove City Council’s Community Safety Team is keen to hear your views. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Cabaret Brighton Alternative Panto to return with CINDERELLA: REMIXED in January to raise funds for the Sussex Beacon Under completely new artistic direction and production, the much anticipated Brighton tradition is back and Remixed with a live band, professional dancers and of course a cast of Brighton’s favourite cabaret stars. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Pride Paws up! Brighton & Hove Pride’s Annual Community Day and Dog Show to take place at Preston Park on Sunday, August 27 Get ready for a day of fun and barking frolics as Brighton and Hove Pride’s Community Day & Dog Show will be taking place on Sunday, August 27, in partnership with Coastway Vets. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News The Sussex Beacon unveils window display to honour 90th birthday of David Raven aka Maisie Trollette There was great excitement in St James’s Street last Thursday afternoon, when local charity the Sussex Beacon’s shop window was transformed into a birthday present, bearing a stunning, large bow. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Mayor of Brighton & Hove welcomes group of volunteers and activists representing the Trans Pride movement at a celebration of its 10-year run Also in attendance were a number of councillors, including Deputy Mayor Mohammed Asaduzzaman, Leader of the Council Bella Sankey and Councillor Leslie Pumm, chair of the Equalities, Community Safety & Human Rights Committee. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Business News Small businesses in Brighton & Hove to be no longer subject to a fine when they have failed to clean graffiti from their premises The decision to pause enforcement action against small businesses was made by the City Environment, South Downs and The Sea Committee in June when councillors agreed it was unfair to penalise victims of graffiti. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
