THE Christchurch Independents have won the vacant BCP Council seat in the Commons ward.
THE Conservatives retained control of Hampshire County Council at the local elections.
HABITAT destruction and illegal cycling races are increasing in the north of the Forest, the Verderers Court has heard.
OUTCRY over the removal of a historic Brockenhurst bridge has caused the work to be suspended.
FEARS of increased anti-social behaviour were raised as residents and stakeholders heard more about major plans to enhance Ashley recreation ground.
A LYMINGTON man's picture of a Marrakesh street food market has been shortlisted for a prestigious photography award.
MORE vehicles are now allowed at Christchurch's Wilverley Road tip thanks to the relaxing of Covid measures.
FLYTIPPERS who dumped the suspected remains of a cannabis farm in a New Forest stream were slammed for potentially endangering wildlife.
A FRESH appeal bid has been launched by a convicted killer who has spent nearly 20 years in jail and claims he is innocent.
CELEBRATIONS have been held at a Lymington care home to mark the 106th birthday of Mabel Looker.
A £20,000 appeal has been launched to give long-Covid patients using Lymington hospital access to state-of-the-art physiotherapy equipment.
Children will be able to bring home free books from Morrisons thanks to new swap stations.
A NEW Forest conservationist has welcomed new laws by the government that will seek to reduce the amount of sewage entering rivers.
PLANS to build two bespoke homes in a New Milton pub car park have been criticised by a local vicar.
FOR those looking for affordable luxury as the evenings draw out, a river cruise followed by dinner on the water is sure to be just the ticket.
SIR – So Barclays Bank in New Milton is closing (A&T, 30th April).
SIR – Let's avoid this unimaginative planning disaster.
THE contentious application by a Mudeford seafront restaurant for the sale of alcohol from its takeaway hatch will be determined next week.
FAST food firm McDonald’s has put forward proposals to open its second restaurant in Christchurch.
BALLARD schoolchildren and parents face being left more than £25,000 out of pocket despite a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Kenya being cancelled.
