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Dozens of rubber ducks flytipped at New Forest pond

Dozens of rubber ducks flytipped at New Forest pond

DOZENS of rubber ducks were found dumped at a New Forest beauty spot, sparking warnings of the dangers to wildlife...


Wightlink staff set to strike as ferry firm makes cuts despite £6.5m government cash

Wightlink staff set to strike as ferry firm makes cuts despite £6.5m government cash

WIGHTLINK staff are preparing for strike action after it was announced a £6.5m government cash injection will not avoid the need to cut costs...


Families of patients who died in care of NHS trust refuse to take part in ‘charade’ investigation

Families of patients who died in care of NHS trust refuse to take part in ‘charade’ investigation

THE families of patients who died while under the care of a local NHS trust have refused to take part in a public investigation they have termed a “charade”...


Developer promises half of 400 new homes planned for edge of Ringwood will be affordable

Developer promises half of 400 new homes planned for edge of Ringwood will be affordable

HALF of a 400-home development proposed for the edge of Ringwood will be designated as “affordable”, a developer has pledged...


New plans for Lyndhurst Park Hotel site a 'lost opportunity' for village

New plans for Lyndhurst Park Hotel site a 'lost opportunity' for village

PLANS to build 79 homes on the site of the derelict Lyndhurst Park Hotel have met with criticism as a “lost opportunity” to bring affordable family homes to the village...


Artist wants your 'curious things' to keep creativity alive during lockdown

Artist wants your 'curious things' to keep creativity alive during lockdown

A CHRISTCHURCH artist has installed a display board of “curious things” in her driveway for people to contribute to and keep creativity alive during lockdown...


Obituary: Alan Parker – New Milton businessman who spent 50 years with Brokenhurst Manor Golf Club

Obituary: Alan Parker – New Milton businessman who spent 50 years with Brokenhurst Manor Golf Club

ALAN Parker, a hugely respected figure in local golf circles and a well-known member of Brokenhurst Manor club for nearly 50 years, has died at the age of 88...


Popular local events cancelled for second year running

Popular local events cancelled for second year running

ORGANISERS have been cancelling popular annual events for the second year running as pandemic restrictions continue...


Letter: No excuse to kill New Forest animals just because you’re driving the speed limit

Letter: No excuse to kill New Forest animals just because you’re driving the speed limit

SIR – I'm very disappointed at the excuses Hampshire police give for the drivers of vehicles that kill our roaming animals...


Heartbroken pet owner's antifreeze warning after her cats die a week apart

Heartbroken pet owner's antifreeze warning after her cats die a week apart

A HEARTBROKEN pet owner is urging people to take care using antifreeze after two of her cats died a week apart after ingesting it...


Verderers' animal warning in New Forest wheelie bins waste plan

Verderers' animal warning in New Forest wheelie bins waste plan

IF wheelie bins are rolled out across the New Forest they must be secure from raids by scavenging livestock, the verderers have warned...


Letter: Milford site for 100 new homes is a flood risk

Letter: Milford site for 100 new homes is a flood risk

SIR – Photos I took on Saturday 30th January after a night of heavy rain confirm my concerns over the New Forest District Local Plan Strategic Site 7 to build 100 houses in the fields north of Manor Road, Milford ...


VIDEO: Call for 'no feeding' signs after pony filmed damaging car

VIDEO: Call for 'no feeding' signs after pony filmed damaging car

A SHOCKING video showing a mare jumping onto a car bonnet to escape the aggression of other ponies during a feeding frenzy in a New Forest car park has prompted calls for more signage telling people not to give treats to the animals...


Three-day snow warnings for New Forest and Christchurch next week

Three-day snow warnings for New Forest and Christchurch next week

NEW Forest and Christchurch residents desperate to see flurries could be in for a treat as the Met Office has issued three days of snow warnings for next week...


County's candle tribute as it passes 'tragic milestone' of 1,000 Covid deaths

County's candle tribute as it passes 'tragic milestone' of 1,000 Covid deaths

‘STAY at home’ pleas have been reiterated by council, police and NHS chiefs in Dorset following a candle tribute as the county passed 1,000 coronavirus-related deaths...


Five arrested over reports of assault after armed gang arrive at Christchurch address

Five arrested over reports of assault after armed gang arrive at Christchurch address

FIVE people were arrested after reports a man was injured when an armed gang arrived in vehicles at a Christchurch address. ...


Plea for Christchurch residents to have say on future of town

Plea for Christchurch residents to have say on future of town

CHRISTCHURCH residents have been urged to have their say on future plans for the town...


Local clubs debate future of stalled football season

Local clubs debate future of stalled football season

FOOTBALL clubs across the New Forest and Christchurch have had their say in discussions with the FA which could see the 2020/21 season scrapped...


New plan to make Highcliffe ‘flat-free’

New plan to make Highcliffe ‘flat-free’

THE aim to make Highcliffe a “flat-free zone” is at the heart of a new Neighbourhood Plan after residents said too many have been built...


Town to spend £20,000 to boost park protection after 'difficult year' with 'trespassing travellers'

Town to spend £20,000 to boost park protection after 'difficult year' with 'trespassing travellers'

TOTTON and Eling Town Council is to spend £20,000 to protect its parks and open spaces from trespassers...


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