From the Back Pages, December 12: Miami Beckham United: Could this be the...
David Beckham’s Major League Soccer franchise plans could be nearing completion. MirrorSport reported earlier this month that Becks was keen to establish his new Miami team before the end of the year,...
View ArticleFrom the Back Pages, December 12: Strip storm as adidas stops Ashley’s Sports...
One of Newcastle owner Mike Ashley’s key businesses has suffered a blow after adidas has stopped retailer Sports Direct from selling Chelsea replica kit next season. (Daily Mail)There has been...
View ArticleCounty council to discuss proposed £55m cuts
The county council will debate controversial proposals to cut £55m over the next two years as part of an overall £141m savings package today (Friday December 13).The West Sussex County Council meeting...
View ArticleSeven burglaries reported to police in one day
Seven burglaries in Crawley were reported to police yesterday (Thursday December 12).Officers were called to Fountains Close, Gossops Green; Covert Close, Northgate; Buckswood Drive, Gossops Green;...
View ArticleCounty council reveals intention to freeze its council tax element for 2014/15
West Sussex County Council has revealed its intention to freeze its element of the council tax bill for 2014/15.Michael Brown (Con, Fernhurst), WSCC’s cabinet member for finance, made the announcement...
View ArticlePolice appeal for witnesses following seven break-ins
Police are appealing for information after seven properties were broken into in Crawley yesterday (Thursday December 12).Doors were smashed during break-ins at properties in Fountains Close, Gossops...
View ArticleGrregory wants his players to step up to the challenge
New Crawley Town manager John Gregory wants other members of his team to rise to the challenge in place of his injured captain Josh Simpson when he oversees his first home game in charge as the Reds...
View ArticleFrom the Back Pages, December 14: New setback for David Moyes as Robin van...
David Moyes has been dealt another severe blow with Robin van Persie ruled out of action for a month with a thigh strain. (The Times)Arsenal may face their third crucial match in six days when they...
View ArticleCrawley Town 2 Preston North End 2: Reds stage great fightback to earn draw
Two late second half goals by Joe Walsh and Gary Alexander earned Crawley Town a 2-2 draw at home to Preston North End.It rounded off a thrilling fightback for Reds from 2-0 down after a poor first...
View ArticleVIDEO: Gregory takes the blame for going 2-0 behind
Crawley Town manager John Gregory admitted his players could not handle the new 3-5-2 formation and he was to blame for the terrible start in which they went 2-0 down.He said: “Obviously I made a...
View ArticleFrom the Back Pages, December 15: West Brom sack manager Steve Clarke
BREAKING NEWS: West Brom have sacked manager Steve Clarke. (Daily Mail)Chelsea moved to within two points of Arsenal at the top of the Barclays Premier League after victory over Crystal Palace, but all...
View ArticleCrawley business watch to help combat anti-social behaviour
The Crawley & Gatwick Business Watch teamed up with the police and county council to combat anti-social behaviour across West Sussex.The business watch’s manager said it would reward people who...
View ArticleFrom the Back Pages, December 16: Andre Villas-Boas admits his Tottenham...
Andre Villas-Boas insists he won’t quit Tottenham despite his position becoming increasingly uncertain following a 5-0 hammering from Liverpool. (The Mirror)Aston Villa 0 Manchester United 3: Ah, Villa...
View ArticleThe perfect answer to “what to do with leftover turkey?”
It’s the age old question in the run up to Christmas: “What on earth can I do with leftover turkey?” If you’re bored of endless turkey sandwiches, then this recipe is the perfect antidote… With its...
View ArticleRomain seals superb fightback from 2-0 down for 10-man Three Bridges
Against all odds Bridges completed a remarkable fightback away from home to beat Chipstead 4-3.A goal down after only ten minutes, their keeper sent-off three minutes later and a sloppy second goal...
View ArticleMen charged in connection with spate of Crawley burglaries
Two men have been charged in connection with a spate of Crawley burglaries.Patrick Coyle, 25, Springhouse Road, Stanford-le-Hope, Essex has been charged with conspiracy to commit a burglary with intent...
View ArticleVideo: Festive recycling advice
Recycling contractor Viridor’s staff in West Sussex made a short Christmas-themed film to promote recycling of unwanted items.The fun film features a choir singing their version on the 12 days of...
View ArticleReward offered after Crawley shooting
A £2,000 reward has been offered following a Crawley shotgun attack.Investigations are continuing after a man was shot outside a block of flats in Commonwealth Drive, Crawley, at 9.30pm on November...
View ArticleFrom the Back Pages, December 17: Tim Sherwood given chance to stake claim at...
Tim Sherwood will take charge of Tottenham Hotspur’s Capital One Cup quarter final against West Ham United on Wednesday and could even stay on as an unlikely caretaker manager until the end of the...
View ArticleCrawley defy injury nightmare to cruise to away win at Holbrook
Crawley started the second half of their league season on Saturday with a comfortable 33-13 victory away to Holbrook.An error led to a neatly taken drop goal to put Holbrook ahead after 10...
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