90,000 free trees for 700 farmers in South West
More than 90,000 trees are being given to over 700 farmers across the South West in a big boost for the environment.
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Find out about New Forest volunteering opportunities
The National Park Authority’s Volunteer Fair on Sunday 6 March is online this year with 15 organisations taking part.
Clear up begins in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole after storms
BCP Council is tackling the build up of sand on promenades and fallen trees following storms Eunice and Franklin.
West Moors residents snap up free trees
Over 60 residents from West Moors snapped up the chance of picking up a free sapling from their town council at the weekend.
Dorset environmentalist discovers 65-year-old washing up bottle
Oly Rush hit the headlines when he swam around the Isle of Wight in record time for charity – there’s a good chance he now holds another record.
Train delays expected in the south
South Western Railway is running all its services but because of a 50mph speed restriction there will be delays.
Council gets to the bottom of loo refurbishment at Lake Pier
Lake Pier lavatories are one of a number of lavatories in the BCP Council area that have been refurbished and subsequently re-opened.
Red weather warning in place for Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Storm Eunice remains a major incident for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Resilience Forum after the Met Office upgraded its weather warning to red today.
Grants available for Dorset businesses for cycling facilities
As part of an initiative to persuade employees to walk, cycle or run to work, businesses are invited to apply for grants for facilities.
Stop Portland Waste Incinerator campaigners appeal for more funds
Proposals to build a waste incinerator at Balaclava Bay, Portland Port are being fought by local campaigners who maintain it is not needed.