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Arctic tern numbers down nearly a third at key breeding site, experts warn
Arctic and little terns, and ringed plover, breed and nest on the fragile dunes and beaches at Long Nanny, monitored by seven ...
Aston Merrygold of JLS to perform at Sandpolo Sandbanks
The weekend event will also feature an afternoon of beach polo and entertainment from horse-stunt show Knights of Middle England.
Care home resident sails again after years away from hobby
An 87-year-old care home resident with an MBE has had her wish to sail again granted. Rory Morrison, who lives at Care UK’s Ferndown Manor, was taken on a trip to New Forest Sailability where she was ...
Dorset care provider hosting 'Caregiver Coffee' events
Homelium Care, based in Dorset, is running 'Caregiver Coffee' events. The initiative is aimed at carers who feel overwhelmed by their responsibilities, providing a space for them to take a break, ...
Hall & Woodhouse gives The Ox pub £450k revamp
The Ox in Ashley Cross, Poole, has reopened following a £450,000 investment by Dorset brewer Hall & Woodhouse (H&W). The pub now features a refreshed look and updated facilities, including a new ...
Checkatrade Awards return in 2025 to honour tradespeople
Checkatrade Awards 2025 nominations are now open to honour top tradespeople across the UK. The scheme aims to highlight excellence in home improvement and repair services. Nominations will close on ...
The new cocktail garden trend is easy to try at home
The cocktail garden trend is not only about taste but also about experience. Crushing a sprig of mint, picking a cucumber, or adding a homegrown edible flower brings a sense of satisfaction to every ...
New study finds carp could hold clues about animal welfare
New research has found that carp could hold important clues about long-term stress and animal welfare. The study led by Professor Robert Britton from Bournemouth University revealed that carp reared ...
Corfe Castle to host Love It Local Food and Drink Festival
Corfe Castle will be hosting the Love It Local Food and Drink Festival. The National Trust has confirmed that the castle grounds will be home to a celebration of Purbeck produce on Saturday, July 12, ...
Scorching summer of '76: up to 45 days without rain
Back in the summer of 1976, motors 'frying' in Fred Pitcher's fish shop on West Street forced it to close. In that summer the south west of England went for 45 days without any rain at all. The ...
Plaza Cinema Dorchester named second best in the UK
A CINEMA in Dorset has been declared the second best in the UK. The Plaza Cinema in Dorchester was named the runner-up in a new study into the UK's best cinemas. With an average rating of 4.80 out of ...