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More Drivers Needed, for Two Bridges!
Two Bridges which is a voluntary organisation providing transport to medical appointments, held its AGM last Friday, 20th March at Godshill Village Hall, and along with the Committee, many drivers and coordinators were present. Simon Carmichael, Chairman, opened up by...
Actor Knight, Top Drama, Classic Comedy, Beloved Ballet and Chart-Toppers on Way
There’s something for everyone as Lighthouse Poole announces its latest round of new shows on sale this week. Appearing in Poole for the first time, British acting royalty Sir Derek Jacobi talks about his life and career with long-time partner actor Richard Clifford;...
Tops Muscliff Enjoy Visit from Springbourne Fire Engine
Children at Tops Muscliff Nursery were thrilled to welcome firefighters from Springbourne Fire Station this week for a special visit linked to their current learning about “people who help us.” The crew brought along their fire engine to the nursery, giving children...
Atlantic Salmon’s Long Journey back to the River Itchen
Atlantic salmon have one of the most remarkable life cycles in the natural world. Born in the clean gravels of rivers like the River Itchen, these powerful fish travel thousands of miles across the Atlantic Ocean before returning, often years later, to the very same...
New Forest Apprenticeship Hub Surpasses Targets
New Forest Business Partnership (NFBP) has released its latest success figures of the New Forest Apprenticeship Hub, revealing strong engagement and positive outcomes for local employers. Far exceeding the programme’s original expectations and highlighting the growing...
Sponsorship is Key for Watercress Festival’s Success
The Alresford Watercress Festival (Sunday 17 May) is one of the highlights of the town’s year, attracting as many as 18,000 visitors to celebrate the start of the UK watercress season. Organisation and running of the festival is done mainly by amazing volunteers for...
Could you be a Winchester Good Neighbour?
Winchester Good Neighbours were most deserving of recognition at the recent Mayor’s Community Awards held at the Guildhall. The group of just 37 volunteers from Winchester Good Neighbours were asked to provide 1357 trips last year, helping people in the Winchester...
Lighthouse Nominated for Panto ‘Oscars’
Lighthouse Poole is thrilled its in-house produced pantomime Dick Whittington has been nominated for Best Panto in this year’s UK Pantomime Awards, and the show’s sound designer Nico Menghini has also been nominated for Best Sound. The UK Pantomime Association’s...
Rotary Club of Ringwood Schools Photographic Competition
The presentation of certificates and winners’ prizes for the Rotary Club of Ringwood Interschools The Photographic Competition took place in The Barn, Ringwood School, on 10th March 2025. Initiated in 2011 and organised jointly with Ringwood School, the competition...
Purbeck Film Festival Celebrates 30 Years with Anniversary Event
The Purbeck Film Festival will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2026, launching the milestone year with a special celebratory event at Encombe House. Founded to bring a rich mix of cinema to Purbeck, the festival now screens films in distinctive venues across the...
Get Ready for a Feel-Good Day Out this Spring in Wimborne, Dorset
Get ready for a feel-good day out at Family Fest 2026 - a weekend celebration of music, fun and family adventure in the heart of Wimborne, Dorset! Set across 12 acres of scenic farmland, this vibrant festival brings together creative community spirit, live...
Ed Gamble – Fresh Hell
Everyone’s annoying cousin, Ed Gamble, is going back on tour in 2027 with a new show called Fresh Hall coming to Lighthouse Poole on Thursday, 15 April. So come and see the self-appointed Crown Prince of Visualised Companion Podcasts harrumph about the stage with some...