The rise of internet shopping over recent years has seen a large number of Bournemouth’s shops closing their doors. Michele Troke, owner of Hollywillow Gifts in Moordown, is closing her shop at the end of February due to a downward trend in high street shopping. She said: “I do think that in a few years, […]
Light Up Poole illuminates the quayside
Light Up Poole returned for a second year between 21st-23rd February. The digital art festival was free to all and scattered amongst Poole’s historic buildings, illuminating them as night fell. Artist and collaborator Ben Da Silva spoke exclusively to BUzz about his project, Gallery Visage, an installation which involves and interacts with the general public. […]
Wildlife at risk due to Poole Bay oil rig
Dorset’s wildlife is becoming increasingly “at risk” after oil drilling began in Poole Bay earlier this month, campaigners claim. Angela Pooley, coordinator of the East Dorset branch of Friends of the Earth, highlighted the significant impact that the off-shore rig will inevitably have on the regions breeding seahorse population, as well as other marine life that […]
CHVRCHES bring the O2 Academy to life during latest tour performance
God is a woman. And her name is Lauren Mayberry. CHVRCHES’ third date of their whistle-stop UK and Ireland tour kicked off in a blazing fire of flare at the O2 Academy Bournemouth. With loyal supporters of all ages swarming to the venue, the anticipation of eager fans created a euphoric atmosphere. Their ‘Love Is […]
Extended interview with Angela Pooley
In recent days, the Borough of Poole’s new cycle lanes have been labelled a ‘recipe for disaster’ by Cycling UK. They claim that many of the new lanes around Bournemouth University and the surrounding area have either directed cyclists into oncoming traffic or in the way of pedestrians. Angela Pooley, secretary of Bournemouth Cycling […]
SUBU pledges support to Sexual Violence Awareness Week
The #ItsNotOK campaign has taken social media by storm in light of this week’s Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Week. Bournemouth University’s Students’ Union has joined with other universities across the country to raise awareness between 5th-11th February in aid of the cause. Jake Carter has more on the story. Listen live to BUzz here […]
7 ways you can help Bournemouth’s homeless population
Bournemouth Borough Council has been heavily criticised after provisions have been put in place throughout the town centre to counter homelessness. Allegedly, £3,500 has been invested in installing bars on benches to prevent the homeless population using them to sleep rough, which some people have viewed as being a waste of money. Many individuals, including […]
Do people know enough about giving blood?
NHSBT‘s Winter Appeal launched this month in a bid to increase the number of donations received in December – but are people well-informed enough about what actually happens when you give blood? BUzz news spoke to regular donor Mark Ashby, 48, in a bid to encourage people to donate this Christmas. Asbhy, who has […]
The Winter Appeal: NHSBT’s top 10 reasons to give blood this winter
Wanting to donate this Christmas? Here’s NHS Blood and Transplant‘s top 10 reasons why your donation is essential… Blood is needed 365 days a year. Your blood can end up in any hospital across the country, regardless as to where you donate – and you get notified as to when your donation’s used, too! “You […]
The Winter Appeal: How your blood donation can save a life this Christmas
Help fill the stocking this year – make and keep a date to donate NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is making a countywide appeal for people to give lifesaving blood donations over the Christmas period. In December alone, 600 donation appointments at the Poole donation centre remain unbooked. NHSBT is strongly advising people across […]