Patrick's Day and Memorial Day parades on Forest Avenue are produced each year by a group of longtime residents, according to Angela D'Aiuto, executive director of the West Brighton Community Local Development Corp.

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Among those affected was Carrie Dickens, from East Sussex, whose 13-year-old son George was taken seriously ill during their stay at the Son Baulo and was finally diagnosed with cryptosporidium and salmonella at their local hospital in Brighton.

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The wall is linked to a reading scheme which this year showcases a book by a local author set in 1950s Brighton.

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Local authorities launched a hunt for the former Brighton College student, reported to be 18 and from Richmond, south-west London, amid fears he may have lost his way.

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Oscar-winning actress Vanessa Redgrave has led 5, 000 children from 77 local schools in a parade to open the three-week Brighton Festival.

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Councillor Sue John, who chaired the meeting of Brighton and Hove City Council, said it was believed the arena would be good for the local economy, bringing up to two million more visitors into the city each year.

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