Dorset farmer calls for ‘Gladis Law’ after Highland cow attacked by dogs
A Dorset farmer is campaigning for a change in the law to protect livestock from dog attacks following the deaths of his Highland cow and unborn calf.
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Survey to shape future of the New Forest
Local people are invited to take part in a survey looking towards the New Forest National Park’s next five years.
New space for wildlife in Dorset after acquisition of land
Dorset’s wildlife will be able to further spread and regenerate following the acquisition of a large area of land south-east of Bere Regis by Dorset Wildlife Trust.
Road repairs to look out for water voles
Dorset council ecologists and the Environment Agency are working together to ensure road repairs support Dorset’s diverse wildlife.
Fire Service anti barbecue campaign marks anniversary of Wareham Forest fire
The fire, which devastated an area the size of over 230 football pitches, started one year ago today, 18 May.
Connect with nature in Mental Health Awareness Week
Local people are encouraged to enjoy the power of nature during Mental Health Awareness Week which runs until 16 May.
Connect with nature during Mental Health Awareness Week
Did you realise that Mental Health Awareness Week begins on Monday 10 May and is being hosted by the Mental Health Foundation?
Shops urged not to sell disposable barbecues
In Dorset there is an average of 400 fires on heathlands and forests every year and very often disposable barbecues are to blame.
Donations to be doubled if charity hits funding target by Thursday
Conservation charity the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust is raising funds to support its most ambitious tracking project yet.
Dorset springs into life with a dawn chorus
There is a day for everything so it won’t surprise you to learn that International dawn chorus day is Sunday 2 May.