A local volunteer group has called on Bournemouth shoppers to “write to their MPs” ahead of the Brexit deadline this March. Volunteer group Dorset for Europe has held a public demonstration to encouraged members of the public to do something about the Brexit deadline. The organisation, which is funded by its members, carry out street stalls every week in Bournemouth and […]
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Dorset senior nurse calls for local MPs to back Children’s Act FGM Amendment Bill
One of Dorset’s senior nurses is urging local MPs to back the forthcoming bill on amending the Children’s Act to include a ban on Female Genital Mutilation. “Even if it doesn’t happen on our doorstep, it is still horrific abuse that is continuing to harm and damage children.” That is the view of Wendy Thorogood, […]
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. […]
Bournemouth and Mini Golf: A hole in one year
One year ago, there were five mini golf sites in Bournemouth. By the end of the summer, there will be seven. In January of this year, the Smuggler’s Cove Adventure Golf course was proposed by Bournemouth Town Council and granted for a summer opening in the Waterfront area, which is adjacent to the Pier at […]
Harry Redknapp makes third bid to demolish The Belgravia hotel in Bournemouth
Former AFC Bournemouth manager, Harry Redknapp, has made a third bid to demolish The Belgravia hotel which has been used as accommodation for the homeless for over 10 years. The recent I’m a Celebrity: Get me out of here! champion is looking to turn the former hotel into 14 flats with five separate mews houses […]
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 […]
Dorset artist addresses importance of organ donation through her latest work
A local Dorset artist, Emma Williams, has her artwork about organ donation on display at Dorset County Hospital. The thought-provoking exhibition, which was unveiled on Monday, will be on display in the corridor leading to the Damers Restaurant in Dorset County Hospital until 2nd March 2019. The artwork features a series of compelling embroidered […]
Catch up over a cuppa this ‘Blue Monday’, say Bournemouth Samaritans
Bournemouth Samaritans are encouraging people to beat ‘Blue Monday’ and get together as part of a national initiative they say can save lives. The ‘Brew Monday’ campaign wants friends, family and colleagues to reach out and talk to each other on a day that can be associated with negative thoughts and feelings. Audio Documentary: We […]
Caught on camera: do you know the West Moors robber who threatened staff at bookmakers with meat cleaver?
Dorset Police have renewed their appeal for witnesses to a robbery that took place in West Moors on the 16th of January 2019. The police have issued a CCTV image of the robber, and is seen in the image wearing a dark hoodie and a blue cloth over their face. Shortly before 8pm on the […]