Stout Property Solutions Ltd teamed up with Crossfit Bournemouth to create a charity event in order to raise money for the homeless in the local area. The event recreated the well-known ‘3 Peak Challenge’ which involved around 20 people climbing ropes for a total of 681 times to represent the mileage climbed up the three […]
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Bournemouth businesses facing hardship at hands of changing shopping habits
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, […]
Local program helps more than 2,000 people
The BCHA’s Ignite initiative helps vulnerable people regain their self-belief and acquire the needed skills to get back into work. As a charity, the BCHA has been running for more than 50 years. The Ignite program provides a range of self-development and well-being courses at the St. Swithun’s House in Bournemouth. It is available to […]
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. […]
Takeaways along Winton high-street at an all-time high following influx of students in area
The number of takeaways along Winton high-street continues to grow as the number of students in the area rises. Winton lies within walking distance from the University campus. As a result, 3,500 of the 11,500 people currently living in Winton, are students. The high number of students in the area has encouraged more takeaways to […]
Bournemouth Poppies’ mental strength continues to grow following victory over Baffin Milton Rovers at Victoria Park
Poppies’ narrow 3-2 win over Baffin Milton Rovers showcases how far the team has come following a poor 2017/18 campaign which saw them finish just outside the bottom three. Since the turn of the year, the Winton-based team have suffered only one defeat in all competitions, that being a 4-1 home defeat to Bashley last […]
Car Crime in Winton is currently a priority concern for Dorset Police
The Winton Police team have made clamping down on Car Crime in the area a priority following concerns from residents that not enough is being done. As of January 2019, car crime is one of the top priorities for police to tackle within the Winton area. This has come about following concerns amongst locals that […]
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 […]