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District Dispatch - 18 February 2025
I'm pleased to tell you that a number of local residents will soon be moving into eight new community-led affordable homes in Easebourne.

Community-led affordable housing is launched in Easebourne for local people
Eight new community-led affordable homes to let in Easebourne, where the average property price is £550,000, are being handed over to local people this month.

Reminder for people to have their say on new housing strategy for the Chichester District
People are being reminded to share their views in Chichester District Council's 'Let's Talk Housing' consultation before it ends at 5pm on Monday 3 March.

District council releases £70,000 for a pump track in Petworth
A total of £70,000 is to be released by Chichester District Council for a pump track in Petworth.

Latest research looking at the role of sediment in the decline of Selsey fishing catches is completed
Research to investigate whether sediment is one of the reasons behind the decline in crab and lobster catches off the Selsey coast is progressing thanks to a key report which has just been completed.

£900,000 allocated for projects that support communities and economic growth in the Chichester District
More than £900,000 of grant funding has been allocated to businesses and community groups across the Chichester District between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025 for projects that support economic growth, community infrastructure, people and skills.

UPDATE: retro gaming arcade cancelled
Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances the special exhibition feature will now not be happening. The Novium Museum Team would like to apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. The rest of the exhibition remains open as usual.

Chichester's Cross Market & More returns!
The Cross Market & More will be making a comeback to Chichester city centre on Sunday 16 March, taking place between 10am and 4pm in North Street and East Street.

District Dispatch - 11 February 2025
As we approach the half term holidays, you may be wondering what activities are taking place to keep everyone entertained.

District Dispatch - 5 February 2025
You may remember that over the past two years, we have held some very successful laser light shows during the February half term, at the Canal Basin in Chichester.

Free open-air painting exhibition coming to Chichester!
People can explore the vibrant colours of the Chichester District with a free exhibition of open-air paintings at Chichester Cathedral, from 12 February 2025.

Free laser shows return for fun filled half-term
A series of exciting free laser shows, choreographed to music, will take place in Chichester and Petworth during the half-term holidays, which have been arranged by Chichester District Council.