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A community radio station is looking for more people to get involved.

Radio Reverb wants to hear from anyone with an idea for a show. Their criteria is: if you can hear it on another radio station, they are not likely to be interested. Apart from that, they are open to ideas for specialist interest shows and there are no hard and fast rules.
The station aims to reflect the cultural diversity of Brighton in its talk and music programmes. Commissions will be decided by a panel including a board member and a member of the management team, a listener and guest curator Lee Gooding, senior production tutor at Sussex University.
Apply before 1 December
at www.radioreverb.com

Phil Mills reports on the ghosts that are said to haunt the theatres of East Sussex

A poltergeist, a smartly dressed doorman and a fragile teenage girl are reported to be haunting Brighton theatres. The dozens of ghosts treading the boards in the city are said to be friendly and do not cause any harm. Nevertheless, it is rumoured that supernatural activity at one venue has spooked staff when working alone at night.

“The poltergeist plays naughty tricks in the ladies toilets – it has been known to flush the toilet when people have been using them!”

The Corn Exchange, one of the three sites operated by Brighton Dome, is reputed to be haunted by a poltergeist. Stories about this and other ghosts are detailed in a new book Haunted Theatres of East Sussex. Author Tina Lakin describes that the haunting has been going on for some time in the Corn Exchange building, which dates back to 1868.

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Residents’ views are key to Marina master plan

Some residents are worried about the future of Brighton Marina. Writing in Latest 7, city council leader Mary Mears explains that no decisions have yet been taken – and how you can get your voice heard.

I have been following closely recent discussions about Brighton Marina. As ward councillor and council leader, I know it’s an issue people feel strongly about.

Everyone wants the Marina improved. But there is not always consensus on the best approach. I am hearing three messages loud and clear from residents:
They are worried about the height of buildings there. They fear overdevelopment – the Marina turning into a massive housing estate. And people are anxious about extra traffic.

Do you want the Marina to look like this?

Residents’ views on this are vital, so the council is running an extensive consultation, gathering opinions to create a Marina master plan. Read the rest of this article »

To celebrate 9 years of big beats, SuperCharged have two special events coming up:

Wednesday 27th August

SuperCharged 9th Birthday Warm-up Session
Sneaky b2b Adsorb

The clubbing institution that is SuperCharged turns 9 years old this month and to thank all of our regulars who come down, week after week, with smiling faces to get down to the best beats, this night will be completely free. All night long! Resident DJs Sneaky & Adsorb will provide the tunes and might well be joined by a special guest or two on the wheels of steel to help us celebrate.

Friday 29th August

SuperCharged 9th Birthday Party
With an Against The Grain label showcase

To celebrate the fact that Brighton’s numero uno club night has now been running for 9 years, we’ll be throwing one of our infamous weekend parties to celebrate. SuperCharged will be taking over the Concorde 2, with Against The Grain artists, Krafty Kuts, the Freestylers and Deekline & Wizard, joined by Australian breaks champ Kid Kenobi.

And it wouldn’t be a SuperCharged party without our resident DJ Adsorb to warm things up, plus we have grime and dubstep in the bar to add an extra element for all of the beat freaks.

Anyone who reached the last ATG showcase will know that this is an event not to be missed and as it’s a birthday party you can expect lots of presents to be given out during the night.
Concorde 2, Madeira Drive, Brighton.
£11.50 in advance. 11.00pm - 4.00am

Audio, 10 Marine Parade, Brighton.
FREE. 10.30pm - 2.30am

Buy tickets online