Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) is holding a post-summer beach clean at Worbarrow Bay on Sunday 20 September and is asking for people to come and help remove litter, which is harmful to marine wildlife.
Do you like to read? Do you find it difficult to get to the library to get new books? The Royal Voluntary Service may be able to help. All libraries in Poole have a team of dedicated Royal Voluntary Service volunteers, who are able to visit on a regular basis, delivering the books you want…
A new contemporary art exhibition opened on Saturday 19 September at Poole Museum. ‘Free Time’ is the result of a series of workshops held by artist Ian Giles with people who work in Poole, inspired by the creative freedom of Poole Pottery. During the 1960s and 1970s, Poole Pottery became known for its bold and…
Poole Libraries’ first ever colouring-in group for adults is getting underway at Broadstone Library. The activity has been inspired by the growing popularity of adult colouring books such as the one created by British author Johanna Basford, which has sold over a million copies. It’s a craze that started in mainland Europe, and in France,…
A group of young people from Turlin Moor have come together to create a unique project that aims to challenge misconceptions about their local community and demonstrate why they hold the area dear to their hearts.
A programme of work to protect Bournemouth’s coastline is planned over the next 17 years and the public are invited to find out more at a special information event. Plans will go on public display at Boscombe Seafront Office today 17 September (9am – 7pm) detailing the beach management programme of works. The work will…
Local people have until 26 October 2015 to give their views on proposed changes to Council Tax Support provided by Borough of Poole from 2016/17. Every household in Poole has to pay Council Tax, but some people can apply for Council Tax Support – a reduction to their bill which is means tested. The current…
Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner, Martyn Underhill has officially appointed a deputy PCC following support from the Police and Crime Panel at today’s hearing in Dorchester.
Phlebotomists at the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch NHS Foundation Trust now provide a blood taking service closer to even more patient’s homes. Community clinics are now available in 10 locations in the local area including Bearwood, Moordown, The Village and Strouden for patients who are already registered with the practices. They also now provide five…
The President of Imperial College Union, in London, Lucinda Sandon-Allum, was the guest speaker at Talbot Heath’s annual Speech Day this year. The former pupil, who left in 2010, gave an inspirational address at the close of the awards ceremony about women and leadership, and focused on getting more young women into the exciting field…
