Month: February 2012
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Unanimous vote sees Poole budget passed
For the first time in its history, Poole Council unanimously passed the budget for 2012/13 last night.
Bournemouth children honour Red Arrows pilot
Children from a primary school in Bournemouth have designed a sketch for a public memorial for late Red Arrows pilot Jon Egging
Justin Campaign against homophobia
A football match in memory of footballer Justin Fashanu was held at Bournemouth University against homophobia in football.
Dorset children’s hospice introduces new lottery
Children's hospice Julia's House have introduced a new lottery system to help raise funds.
Poole Council hikes rent on council owned flats
The Poole council's hike in housing rents will affect those living on state benefits.
Tuckton Bridge to close for four days
Tuckton Bridge will undergo repairs for five weeks from March 5th, culminating in a four day closure for complete road resurfacing.
BU helps rowers with Atlantic crossing
Sports science experts at Bournemouth University have helped two men row across the Atlantic and raise thousands for the RNLI.
Bournemouth gives disabled kids safe area
Bournemouth introduces new scheme to keep disabled young people safe in the town centre.
Workshops for schools about the dangers of alcohol
Local charity organisations work in coordination Dorset Police and Dorset Safe Schools and Communities Team (SSCT) towards educating children about the dangers of binge drinking.