Visitors to Westbourne assured of a colourful welcome
Dawn McLachlan, landlady of The Porterhouse, and a team of volunteers have been adding plants around the area.
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Are you worried about the state of Dorset beaches?
Having seen photographs of half a million people crammed like sardines on Dorset beaches beamed throughout the world, and the resulting effect of the litter these people left behind, are you worried about the state of Dorset beaches?
Cattle moo’ve on to Talbot Heath
In order to conserve the land, cattle have been introduced to Talbot Heath, marking the first time grazing has been seen in the area in recent memory.
High number of complaints about flies in Dorset
Dorset Council’s Environmental Protection Team has received a high number of complaints about flies over the last few weeks.
Illegal encampment forces Ringwood School closure
On Sunday, a large unauthorised encampment arrived at the Ringwood Health and Leisure Centre car park and the access road into Ringwood School.
Major incident declared in Bournemouth: “Please stay away from the area”
Bournemouth hit the national headlines yesterday, when despite advice to stay away, thousands of people overwhelmed the beaches.
18 stores BBQ-free as New Forest retailers back ban
After just two weeks, 18 stores have shown support for a BBQ-free New Forest by withdrawing disposable BBQs from sale.
Climate crisis ‘heads-in-the-sand’ protest near Boscombe Pier this Thursday
Extinction Rebellion is hosting a ‘heads-in-the-sand’ action near Boscombe Pier on Thursday 25 June, to protest government inaction on the climate crisis.
First steps towards prohibiting disposable barbecues
With warnings in place not to have barbecues or fires in high fire risk areas of the county, Dorset Council is seeking agreement to look at measures prohibiting or controlling the use of disposable barbecues and other fire-related activities.
School children invited to create artwork – but hurry as time is running out
Sadly, there has been an increase in the amount of litter, such as plastic bottles, takeaway containers and other rubbish, being left behind in local parks, heathlands and beaches.