New ‘buddy’ scheme to preserve New Forest’s traditional way of life
Efforts to ensure traditional New Forest knowledge, skills and practices survive will receive a boost thanks to a new mentoring scheme.
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Bournemouth cancer nurse nominated for award
A nurse from the Royal Bournemouth Hospital (RBH) has been nominated for a national award for improving care for cancer patients.
Betty Blue Eyes plays at the Regent Centre
It’s 1947 with rationing very much in force and austerity the watchword of the day. Despite Prime Minister Clement Atlee promising “fair shares for all” the residents of Shepardsford in Yorkshire are finding that is far from the truth. This situation forms the setting for the latest musical being staged by Christchurch-based theatre group, Theatre…
First Friday market in Ferndown a success
Fresh fruit and veg, the aroma of freshly cooked bacon, pies and cakes, handbags and belts – all part of Ferndown’s newest shopping experience. Ferndown’s first Friday market today (1 April) has been welcomed by shoppers and stallholders with trade thriving in the spring sunshine. The market, along Victoria Road, has been organised by councillors…
Brolly good show for UK dogs
Make no bones about it – ŠKODA is set to become the saviour of soggy hounds across the UK thanks to the introduction of a new dog umbrella. The latest addition to ŠKODA’s celebrated range of Simply Clever options means that the nation’s mutts no longer have to risk a wet coat when leaving the…
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services combine
Today, 31 March, sees the end of Dorset Fire and Rescue Service as it combines with Wiltshire Fire and Rescue to form Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service from 1 April. To celebrate this exciting and historic moment and commemorate the positive impact Dorset Fire and Rescue Service has had on the lives of…
Swanage Railway spring steam gala makes history
History is to be made during the Swanage Railway’s Spring Steam Gala from 8-10 April
Open house and gardens for Motor Neurone Disease Association
Smedmore House, with its beautiful gardens and spectacular sea views of the Jurassic Coast, is a hidden gem set in the glorious Purbeck countryside. On Sunday 8 May the house and gardens will be open to the public from 2pm until 5pm. As well as guided tours of this historic house, there will be craft,…
Dead? Or Dead Slow?: New statistics reveal threat on Britain’s roads for horse riders
Over 60% of incidents involving horses on the roads happen between 10am and 3pm, with accidents most commonly occurring in June, new statistics from The British Horse Society (BHS) reveal. The statistics are disclosed as the charity announces the launch of a campaign urging drivers to slow down to 15mph when they meet a horse…
Wimborne Model Town Easter treats
Despite Storm Katie blowing her worst through Wimborne Model Town, the vintage tourist attraction reported a brisk Easter weekend.