January 2012

  • Drugs seized in Kinson
      • A Misuse of Drugs Act warrant has been executed in Bournemouth, with a quantity of cannabis being found. Read more >>
      Posted on 31/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Who's peeking in your purse
      • Members of the public are being advised to take simple steps to reduce their chances of having their purses stolen whilst out shopping in the Christchurch and Highcliffe area. Read more >>
      Posted on 31/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Get wild for your Valentine
      • Dorset Wildlife Trust is asking nature enthusiasts to become true ‘wildlife lovers’ in 2012 by spreading a little wild love this Valentine’s Day. Read more >>
      Posted on 30/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Successful year for Ringwood Floral
      • The 53rd AGM of Ringwood Floral Decoration Society was held at Greyfriars on 26 January and was well attended and the chairman reported another successful year. Read more >>
      Posted on 30/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Pressure grows for more daylight
      • The Daylight Saving Bill was derailed by a small group of MPs last Friday but pressure is growing on the Government to give the bill a fair hearing. Read more >>
      Posted on 27/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Poole's top marinas!
      • One of the highest accolades recognising quality of service and facilities at marinas has been awarded to two Poole marinas. Read more >>
      Posted on 27/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Shuttle bus during road closures
      • Bus passengers who use the popular Wilts & Dorset route 13 from Wimborne to Bournemouth will need to board a special shuttle bus service between Wimborne and Colehill, in preparation for the 7 week phased closure of the Canford Bottom roundabout (from 2 February). Read more >>
      Posted on 25/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Team AD100 launched
      • Disabled people, older people and carers are joining forces through Access Dorset to form Team AD 100, a consultation group which organisations can canvass for opinions. Read more >>
      Posted on 25/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • MP helps launch report
      • Annette Brooke, MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole attended a parliamentary reception in the House of Commons, organised by Sands, the stillbirth and neonatal death charity, for the launch of their new report, Preventing Babies’ Deaths: what needs to be done. Read more >>
      Posted on 25/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • It’s all gone hopping mad
      • Spring seems to have sprung early with all sorts of unusual wildlife sightings being recorded for this time of year. Read more >>
      Posted on 24/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Teachers donate to Life Education
      • Teachers Building Society has donated the money saved by sending an e-card to suppliers and contacts at Christmas to locally based charity Life Education Wessex for the third year running. Read more >>
      Posted on 20/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Wimborne is a Britain in Bloom finalist
      • Wimborne has been selected from more than 1,000 entries to take part in the 2012 Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Britain in Bloom UK Finals. Wimborne is one of only 73 finalists. Read more >>
      Posted on 20/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Rotary supports food festival
      • Financial sponsorship from the Rotary Club of Christchurch will increase the number of workshops offered at this year’s Kids’ Kitchen, held as part of Christchurch Food & Wine Festival. Read more >>
      Posted on 19/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Major plans for East Dorset
      • Christchurch Borough and East Dorset District Councils have published details of a document that sets out the vision for the future of the area for the next 15 years. Read more >>
      Posted on 19/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Jubilee celebrations in Wimborne
      • Three events to mark the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will take place in the first half of this year at the Minster Church of St Cuthburga. Read more >>
      Posted on 19/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Further funding for Southampton Road
      • As a result of unexpected drainage work carried out as part of the improvement works in Southampton Road, the planters proposed in the original scheme were excluded from the contract in order to make savings. Read more >>
      Posted on 18/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Explore the Purbecks
      • Organisers are delighted to announce the launch of the 3rd Swanage and Purbeck Walking Festival, which takes place between 28 April-6 May 2012. Read more >>
      Posted on 18/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Brainiacs for wildlife
      • Local masterminds have raised over £700 in aid of Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Upton Heath Appeal. Read more >>
      Posted on 18/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Shaftesbury Leisure delighted with cheque
      • On Friday, 13 January, Robert Walter MP (North Dorset) presented an 'Inspired Facilities' award cheque to Shaftesbury Leisure Limited, which will fund much-needed improvements to Shaftesbury Leisure Pool and create an Olympic Legacy in North Dorset. Read more >>
      Posted on 16/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Star gazing with DWT
      • Join Dorset Wildlife Trust on 26 January to gaze upon the wonders of the universe, in association with BBC Two’s Stargazing LIVE programme. Read more >>
      Posted on 12/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Join the Litter Free Coast
      • Christchurch Borough Council is asking people to join the Litter Free Coast and Sea Christchurch campaign and help to keep local beaches and marine environment free from litter. Read more >>
      Posted on 11/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Poole teenager awarded
      • Calum Manton, from Poole, has received a Dorset Police Teenage Award for selflessly donating his time and energy to helping others. Read more >>
      Posted on 10/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • 40th anniversary of final BR train
      • The man who signalled the last British Rail train from Swanage to Corfe Castle and Wareham on New Year's Day 1972 – as well as some of its passengers – gathered on the Swanage Railway to mark the 40th anniversary of that historic but very sad occasion. Read more >>
      Posted on 04/01/2012 by mags4dorset
  • Man wanted after assault in Bridport
      • Detectives investigating a serious assault in Bridport on the afternoon of New Year’s Eve are searching for a 22-year-old man who is believed to be responsible. Read more >>
      Posted on 04/01/2012 by mags4dorset
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