Hockey 3rds triumph in -3 degrees
On a day when even the Cherries match against Exeter City was called off thanks to some truly chilly weather, all credit should be given to Bournemouth Hockey Club 3rds and Poole Hockey Club 1sts for soldiering on.
And as one might expect of sport played in such conditions, proceedings today started off fairly slow.
Winter beds for Bournemouth’s homeless
Extra beds are being provided for the homeless of Bournemouth as outdoor temperatures plummet below freezing point.
BU students get Lost for charity
Bournemouth University students began their weekend by being blindfolded and driven hundreds of miles away from Talbot campus, all to raise money for charity.
Over 150 students participated in this year’s Lost event. Dressed in costumes, armed with just a compass and relying on their instincts and the goodwill of strangers, they had to first figure out where they were, before attempting to make their way back to Bournemouth without spending a penny.
Councillor: NHS merger “not a big deal”
A councillor on the health and social care committee said the Dorset hospital merge “is not a big deal” and patients will benefit.
A 12-week public consultation period started on the 1st February. The public will be consulted on the potential merger between the Poole Hospital foundation trust and the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch hospitals foundation trusts.
Has Bournemouth got what it takes to be a city?
Large towns and small cities these days are fairly indistinguishable from one another. They both have high streets,…
Bournemouth ‘a drunken mess’
A local town councillor has condemned Bournemouth town centre as 'a drunken mess'. Now the council is taking steps to improve the situation.
Council aims to cash in on bin scheme
Bournemouth council were quick to get inline for a government fund setup to help councils empty bins weekly, despite running the number one scheme in the country.
Council prepares for cold snap
Bournemouth council has provided Government Insulation Grants, free smoke alarms and health advice to help residents to prepare for a much colder or even hazardous weather.
Is Bournemouth a mess or a binge drinker’s heaven?
Shivani Dave, reports on the debate surrounding binge drinking in Bournemouth.
