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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Worthing man arrested following seafront incidents
A 38-year-old man has been arrested and bailed following a police investigation into reports of inappropriate sexual behaviour on the Worthing seafront.
Sussex residents asked for views on future of policing
A new survey is asking residents about safety, access to police services and potential changes to policing.
Worthing Council reserves at critically low level as budget pressures continue
The council is forecast to use £3.697 million of exceptional financial support in 2026-27 as housing and homelessness costs put further pressure on its finances.
Worthing band Friends With Foxes to play national final in London
Worthing four-piece Friends With Foxes have won their regional final of Greene King Untapped 2026 and will compete in the national final at The George in Southwark on 11 September.
Dog restrictions now being actively enforced across Adur and Worthing
Council enforcement officers can issue £100 Fixed Penalty Notices for breaches of long-standing dog restrictions in public spaces.
Thousands gather for Worthing Carnival parade
The annual Worthing Carnival parade took place on Bank Holiday Monday, featuring 34 entries and raising funds for local and regional charities.
Worthing Heat Network works to resume in September
Hemiko says the next phase will extend the network towards the Pavilion Theatre with work planned until October Half Term.
Pastor Robert Guanco named as man who died at Big Church Festival
The church of the man who died at the Big Church Festival near Steyning has identified him as 41-year-old Robert Guanco.
Tesco West Durrington Extra store closed following power cut
The Tesco store in West Durrington was forced to close after a power cut disrupted operations and cancelled customer orders.
School crossing patrol officers to wear body cameras
West Sussex County Council is rolling out body cameras for school crossing patrol officers to improve safety and deter dangerous driving.