Julia’s House charity shop to re-open
Julia’s House is preparing to re-open its flagship superstore at Creekmoor’s Neighbourhood Centre on Monday 15 June.
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Dorset Neon Run raises £5,500
Although the Dorset Neon Run wasn’t able to take place in Poole Park this year, 65 participants walked, ran, and danced their own five-kilometre routes between Saturday 23 and Monday 25 May, raising £5,500 for Dorset’s disability charity, Diverse Abilities.
Display yellow ribbons to remember loved ones
You don’t have to find ‘an old oak tree’ in order to display a yellow ribbon to remember someone who has died.
Lewis-Manning Hospice celebrates work of volunteers
Lewis-Manning Hospice Care is marking Volunteers Week (1-7 June) by highlighting the work of those who give up their time to help others.
Local Freemasons contribute to £1m Covid-19 fundraising
Freemasons in Bournemouth and Christchurch, who come under the Province of Hampshire and Isle of Wight, have contributed towards a fundraising effort by Freemasons across the country to support those affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. So far £1 million has been raised, but this could double as donations continue to flood in.
Flying Scotsman link to Swanage Railway appeal
Swanage Railway is loved by visitors and local people alike, but it does need funding in order to survive.
A perfect time to say thank you to EDCA volunteers
East Dorset Citizens Advice (EDCA) is using Volunteers’ Week – which runs from 1 to 7 June – to thank volunteers for their contribution, not only during the coronavirus pandemic, but throughout the year.
Huge community support for local hospitals
The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals and Poole Hospital’s NHS Heroes campaign has received donations amounting to £259,701 since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Hopes for re-opening of Wimborne Model Town
Although Wimborne Model Town was unable to open as planned on 28 March, work has been going on behind the scenes with the Covid Crew
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance COVID-19 ready
Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance is now fully prepared and available to treat and convey patients by air, including those with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 illness. This follows new guidance issued by Public Health England (PHE) a few days ago.