Police have released an e-fit of a man they wish to talk to after a man was robbed in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens on 12 May, by the large balloon. The incident happened between 1.30am and 2am. The victim, a 20-year-old Christchurch man, was approached by three unknown men who threatened him with a knife before demanding…
Christchurch Strollers would like to increase their number of volunteer health walk leaders. A one-day training course (free for volunteers leading walks) is planned for 29 June 2013 from 10am to 3pm in Christchurch. A light lunch will be provided. Prospective Health Walk leaders interested in attending the course or discussing the opportunities available can do so by…
Honorary Freeman Cllr John Lofts has been sworn in as Mayor of Christchurch at the annual meeting of Christchurch Borough Council. Cllr Lofts serves the Highcliffe ward and was elected to the borough council in 1987 and to Dorset County Council in 1989, remaining as a county councillor for 20 years. He served on the…
Bournemouth police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward after a woman was sexually assaulted in the town centre last Saturday (18 May). The incident happened between 1.30am and 2am by the bus stop on Gervis Road. The victim, an 18-year-old Christchurch woman was heading towards Westover Road when she was approached…
Three beaches in Christchurch have gained Seaside Awards for achieving the highest standards of beach management. Avon Beach, Friars Cliff Beach and Highcliffe Beach are the winners of the awards, which are judged and presented by the charity Keep Britain Tidy. Introduced in England this year, the Seaside Award replaces the Quality Coast Award and…
