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Dorset
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Local MPs support new hospice
Dorset MPs are showing their support and are encouraging local awareness about the Lewis-Manning hospice which is due to open in May.
Bournemouth beach named UK’s best
Bournemouth has one of the safest and cleanest beach in Britain so it certainly deserves to be named as the best in the country, said local council.
‘BID’ to improve Bournemouth centre
Local business leaders are hoping to launch a project which will improve conditions in Bournemouth town centre and increase revenue for shops.
Dorset animal shelters ‘full to bursting’
Local animal shelters are 'full to bursting' after the number of calls made to the RSCPA about abandoned animals has risen for the fifth year running.
The cost of our future
As a recession-hit society, it is difficult to decide whether to prioritise short-term financial survival or safeguard the environment for a greater, long-term benefit. Mark Wilson examines the difficult decisions that must be made to unite financial stability and environmental sustainability.
Carbon pledges in Christchurch
As Climate Week takes place across the UK, a small effort in Christchurch hopes to get people thinking about climate change and what they can do to help.
Boscombe market traders open shops
Some Boscombe market traders are doing well enough to open their own shops despite the current economic climate.
Music Awards celebrate Dorset talent
The semi-finals of the Dorset Music Awards are to be held at Mr Kyps live music venue in Poole on Saturday March 17th.
Dorset kids to compete in “mini-Olympics”
Local schoolchildren will get to participate in their own "mini-Olympics" later this year.