TAX SIGNALS FOR DORSET CIDER ENCOURAGING
Reforms to the duty exemption enjoyed by small cider producers in Dorset are expected to be announced next year after a campaign led by local MEP Ashley Fox.
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Family tribute following tragic death of Louis Harris
The family of teenager Louis Harris whose body was found in Weymouth Harbour have paid tribute to him.
Vols needed to help our water voles
Last year, People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) launched the first ever National Water Vole Monitoring Programme (NWVMP). After a successful initial year, PTES is hoping to build on this citizen science project with a call for more volunteers to participate this May. Water voles were once a common sight along UK riverbanks and waterways, but over the last century they have experienced the most severe decline of any wild mammal in the UK. The NWVMP provides an essential resource in our efforts to conserve the species.
Walk at twilight and help diagnose and treat cancer
New equipment that will help diagnose and treat cancer of the womb tops the fundraising wish list of Bournemouth Hospital Charity’s Twilight Walk for Women. It takes place on 20 May at 8pm on Bournemouth seafront.
New Zealand soldier’s diary offers glimpse of wartime New Forest
Newly uncovered photos and a diary of an injured New Zealand soldier are giving a personal insight into the role of the New Forest in World War I.
New event for home workers and freelancers in Christchurch
Christchurch and East Dorset Councils, in conjunction with Skills and Learning and Somerford Alliance Resource Centre (ARC), are launching a new event in Christchurch for freelancers, home workers and micro business owners.
Watch out, watch out, there’s a Quarter Jack about!
Wimborne Minster’s much-loved Quarter Jack is being brought to life as the figurehead for the new Wimborne History Festival, and people are being asked to find a name for this colourful character.
Dorset’s annual road repairs are underway
Dorset Highways surface dressing programme is underway, with rural roads across the county scheduled for treatment.
Teachers Building Society makes a difference to local students
Staff from Teachers Building Society with the help of Bournemouth Rugby Club, made a difference to 30 local Dorset students this week, thanks to the ‘My’ Life programme by Destination Education.
Castlepoint guide and new style blog focus on fashion
The leading fashion retailers at Bournemouth’s Castlepoint Shopping Park are supporting an initiative to engage and inspire fashion shoppers in the region.
