City build for future - buy need YOUR help
BOSSES at Chichester City hope a combination of new sponsors and local support from the public can help set them off into a brave new era.Players and officials are delighted by their new partnership...
View ArticleArundel by candlelight
The historic town is once again, welcoming the festive season with the annual event, Arundel by candlelight.The town will become traffic free and a entirely lit-up on Saturday. A variety of...
View ArticleWhittingham agonises over defensive dilemma
Guy Whittingham faces a central-defensive dilemma as he plots the downfall of league leaders Tranmere.Pompey head to Merseyside tomorrow still buoyed by their last-gasp point at Coventry on November...
View ArticleLighting-up time for Emsworth and Selsey
Two Christmas light extravaganzas took place in Emsworth and Selsey at the weekend, attracting hundreds of visitors to the streets.Father Christmas paid a visit to Emsworth on Friday night, and...
View ArticleWe launch our Observer Christmas appeal - and we want your help!
Christmas is a time of feasting – but we’re calling on readers to spare a thought for those who can’t afford to splash out on treats...or even basics this year.Today sees the launch of the Observer...
View ArticlePompey striker in line to be unleashed against old club
Guy Whittingham is weighing up whether to unleash Jake Jervis on his old club Tranmere tomorrow.The Blues travel to the League One leaders, with the striker pushing for a start against the side he...
View ArticleJets downed by Thunder storm
Wins for University of Chichester Thunder and Bognor Pirates feature in this week’s basketball round-up. Get involved by sending your reports and team pictures to steve.bone@chiobserver.co.ukUniversity...
View ArticleGreat investment for development
LOCATED in a prime position just off the A27, a retail, investment and potential future development opportunity comprising the freehold for a parade of shops, their associated apartments and...
View ArticleChichester student wins prestigious engineering scholarship
A STUDENT has been awarded a prestigious engineering scholarship.Hannah Gibbs, from Bishop Luffa School, was awarded an Arkwright Engineering Scholarship at a ceremony hosted by the Institution of...
View ArticleWinter advice from Chichester district community wardens
CHICHESTER district community wardens are encouraging people to look out for their neighbours this Christmas.They will be out and about in local communities helping residents have a merry Christmas and...
View ArticleAlmost time for those Santas to get sprinting!
Sunday will see hundreds of Santas sprinting - and sauntering - through the grounds of the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum.Big-hearted supporters of St Wilfrid’s Hospice will be donning their Father...
View ArticleChichester show heart - but Hartpury nick the win
The University of Chichester were looking to cause an upset and gain a victory that would put them joint top with visitors Hartpury - but it was just beyond them as they went down 3-2. Chichester...
View ArticleWest Sussex League: Victorious Villa end Bosham’s brave run
A win for Newtown Villa at Bosham, victory for Wittering United at Pulborough and a home defeat for Chapel all feature in our latest round-up of West Sussex League action.Get involved by sending your...
View ArticleSpecial ceremony offers a chance to remember loved ones
A poignant and moving ceremony will be held at 6pm on Sunday, December 9, at Chichester Cathedral.The Light up a Life service with St Wilfrid’s Hospice is a service of readings and traditional carols...
View ArticleAwfs points to Pompey’s new mentality
Andy Awford believes Pompey’s new mental toughness will prepare them for their relegation scrap.The Blues caretaker assistant manager has noticed a big improvement in responding to setbacks in recent...
View ArticleThere’s no ambling from Ambler as ladies prove quick off mark
Chichester City Reserves enjoyed a fine 4-0 win over Milford & Witley in front of a good-sized crowd.Having not played for a couple of weeks, Chichester needed to start quickly and with purpose....
View ArticleFestival of Speed date to be changed after Grand Prix clash
GOODWOOD will move the date of the Festival of Speed due to a clash with the German Grand Prix.In a recent statement, Goodwood announced: “Due to the FIA unexpectedly announcing a further change to the...
View ArticleGround floor flat
SIMS Williams’ Bosham office offer for sale this renovated ground floor flat, being part of a former Vicarage, within the popular village of Old Bosham.The property, situated in Walton Lane, has its...
View ArticleTranmere v Pompey - live
Join Steve Wilson for live text commentary from Prenton Park.To launch this interactive service click here
View ArticleFootball round-up: Rocks beaten but City and Selsey win
The Rocks slipped to their first league defeat on the road for eight months at Kngstonian - but there was brighter news for a couple of our local Sussex League sides.Jamie Howell and Darin...
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