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Weather puts paid to Forest fireworks events

30 October 2023
Weather puts paid to Forest fireworks events

Weather puts paid to Forest fireworks events

30 October 2023

A major fireworks event has been rescheduled after its cancellation due to the horrific weather.


Pennington pensioner slams British Gas over meter bill

26 October 2023
Pennington pensioner slams British Gas over meter bill

Pennington pensioner slams British Gas over meter bill

26 October 2023

A Pennington man claims he is being “punished” by British Gas for refusing a smart meter after he was billed £175 to replace a pre-pay meter.

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New plans for block of flats on former NHS site in Barton

25 October 2023
New plans for block of flats on former NHS site in Barton

New plans for block of flats on former NHS site in Barton

25 October 2023

Scaled down plans have been submitted to transform a former NHS site in Barton into 27 flats.

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Hundreds dealt with under new powers to tackle pony petting and barbecues

17 October 2023
Hundreds dealt with under new powers to tackle pony petting and barbecues

Hundreds dealt with under new powers to tackle pony petting and barbecues

17 October 2023

More than 700 people were dealt with under newly granted powers aimed at protecting the Forest’s environment and wildlife.

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Totton man to pay out £1,426 for bird neglect

17 October 2023
Totton man to pay out £1,426 for bird neglect

Totton man to pay out £1,426 for bird neglect

17 October 2023

A Totton man charged with neglecting his birds has been forced to pay out £1,426.


New chief’s big vision for not-for-profit food producers’ group

12 October 2023
New chief’s big vision for not-for-profit food producers’ group

New chief’s big vision for not-for-profit food producers’ group

12 October 2023

A food group championing local producers has appointed a new commercial manager who is set to deliver a “bright new vision”.


Trader exits Saturday market after four decades

12 October 2023
Trader exits Saturday market after four decades

Trader exits Saturday market after four decades

12 October 2023

A family-run fruit and veg stall at Lymington’s Saturday market will say a final farewell to their customers this weekend.


Plea for help as hospice faces ‘uncertain future’

10 October 2023
Plea for help as hospice faces ‘uncertain future’

Plea for help as hospice faces ‘uncertain future’

10 October 2023

Lymington’s Oakhaven Hospice is appealing for public help as it faces a ‘perfect storm’ of a cashflow crisis.

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‘The response was mindblowing’ – praise for Forest community after stolen dog reunited with owner

05 October 2023
‘The response was mindblowing’ – praise for Forest community after stolen dog reunited with owner

‘The response was mindblowing’ – praise for Forest community after stolen dog reunited with owner

05 October 2023

A woman who was reunited with her stolen dog has thanked the community for their help finding him.


Pub undergoes major six-figure investment

05 October 2023
Pub undergoes major six-figure investment

Pub undergoes major six-figure investment

05 October 2023

Popular Totton pub The Old Farmhouse has closed for a major revamp and rebrand.


Food education trust seeks chefs and former teachers for schools’ work

05 October 2023
Food education trust seeks chefs and former teachers for schools’ work

Food education trust seeks chefs and former teachers for schools’ work

05 October 2023

A food education charity is desperately seeking chefs and former teachers to run cookery workshops and courses in schools across Christchurch.


New Forest panoramic in the running for British Photography Award

05 October 2023
New Forest panoramic in the running for British Photography Award

New Forest panoramic in the running for British Photography Award

05 October 2023

A panoramic shot of the New Forest by a self-taught photographer has been shortlisted in the British Photography Awards.


‘Stand-out’ Lyndhurst pub wins national award

28 September 2023
‘Stand-out’ Lyndhurst pub wins national award

‘Stand-out’ Lyndhurst pub wins national award

28 September 2023

Lyndhurst pub licensees have won a national award for their “innovative approach” and for “establishing themselves at the heart of the community”.


Forest food production firms pick up sustainability gongs

28 September 2023
Forest food production firms pick up sustainability gongs

Forest food production firms pick up sustainability gongs

28 September 2023

Two New Forest food producers have been honoured in the UK Best 100 Taste Awards for their efforts to prioritise sustainability.


Charity hosts cream tea events to mark international celebration

28 September 2023
Charity hosts cream tea events to mark international celebration

Charity hosts cream tea events to mark international celebration

28 September 2023

A charity which helps those struggling with social isolation is marking the UN’s International Day of Older Persons with three cream tea events.


Young conservationist honoured for work with marine life

28 September 2023
Young conservationist honoured for work with marine life

Young conservationist honoured for work with marine life

28 September 2023

A budding conservationist from Bransgore was the youngest to receive a special award from the county’s wildlife trust for his work with marine life.


Jail for hit-and-run driver

28 September 2023
Jail for hit-and-run driver

Jail for hit-and-run driver

28 September 2023

A hit-and-run driver has been jailed for 12 weeks by magistrates.


Forest customers set for lower water bills after firm ordered to pay back £43m

27 September 2023
Forest customers set for lower water bills after firm ordered to pay back £43m

Forest customers set for lower water bills after firm ordered to pay back £43m

27 September 2023

The New Forest’s Southern Water customers can expect reduced bills after the firm was ordered to pay out £43m.

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Hospice launches auction featuring well-known local artists

21 September 2023
Hospice launches auction featuring well-known local artists

Hospice launches auction featuring well-known local artists

21 September 2023

A Lymington hospice has launched an art auction featuring works by well-known local artists including Will Rochfort, Michael Turner and John Illsley.

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Top chef celebrating four decades in industry

21 September 2023
Top chef celebrating four decades in industry

Top chef celebrating four decades in industry

21 September 2023

Michelin-star chef Alex Aitken is celebrating 40 years in the restaurant industry.


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