Only call 999 in a serious emergency urges SWAFT
The local ambulance service has seen a surge in demand with a spike in 999 calls.
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Power of gardens has never been more important says NGS report
How many times have you heard people say that their gardens have protected their mental health during lockdown?
Paper girl’s action saves life of elderly man in Christchurch
A Christchurch girl has been given a special recognition award by Dorset Police for making a life-saving call after noticing something out of the ordinary when delivering the paper to an elderly man’s home.
£1.3 million scheme will improve route from Bournemouth to Poole
The road system in the western part of Wallisdown is set to be improved dramatically.
Action for Children’s Dorset appeals for volunteers
Young volunteers are being urged to step forward to help people aged from 16 to 25 who are homeless.
Carrie and David Grant help dispel adoption myths
A total of 37 children, including 14 sibling groups of two or more groups are waiting for families in Dorset to adopt them, and TV vocal coaches David and Carrie Grant are helping to dispel the myths surround adoption.
Local beauty spots in Dorset are travellers’ choice
Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre and the Lower Gardens in Bournemouth are winners in the Tripadvisor 2020 Travellers’ Choice awards.
Staff at Bournemouth and Christchurch hospitals show green credentials
Staff at Bournemouth and Christchurch hospitals have been addressing climate change.
Blandford brewery’s Golden Champion hops to top of World Beer Awards
Locally brewed Badger Beer has received five accolades in the 2020 World Beer Awards, celebrating the brand’s well-loved taste which originates back to 1777.
Freemasons raise funds for local hospitals and other charities
During lockdown local Freemasons raised funds for Lymington New Forest Hospital, Bournemouth Hospital and other charities.