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Tuesday, December 24, 2024

The Cycling Column: Towpaths

I love the canal, so I have to love the towpath, obviously. The fresh clean aromas and calming sounds are so relaxing and provide serenity in my otherwise truly chaotic life. I have found the resplendent surroundings are best experienced on two wheels. I am intrigued by the history...
Local acting teacher Ally Cox will be making wishes come true for families this half term when she stars as Fairy Muddled in Once Upon A Princess at the Regent Centre. Ally, who is the Principal of Stagewise Performing Arts, returns to the role for the third time as Once Upon A Princess begins...
Bournemouth Borough Council and Borough of Poole Council have partnered with preferred operator Beryl to deliver an innovative Bike Share scheme across the conurbation. The Councils and Beryl have partnered for a five-year contract to provide Bike Share across Bournemouth and Poole. The distinctive emerald green bikes will soon be...

Cycling Column: Cycle Paths

A large number of cyclists oppose funding of bike paths, because they feel the money could be better spent elsewhere, like improving roads and educating the public on sharing the road. One very common argument is that building bike paths convinces cars that you don't belong on the road,...
The past couple of weeks have been dominated by the sensational news that Sky have disclosed they’re pulling out of their sponsorship of the enigma that is Team Sky. The team are facing an uncertain future after media company Sky announced it will withdraw its backing at the end...
There has been recognition for Countrymen UK, based at the Future Roots Care Farm in Dorset, as they have scooped two awards over a short time by winning the Markel Third Sector Award in London in December. This follows the organisation’s national award in Sustainable Health Care under the...

“Say Cheese”

Thanks to Lell Gee If you have a pic that wasn't supposed to happen send them our way.

A laugh out loud moment

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Mack Trading, who lease and operate the golf course at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, has ceased trading with immediate effect and as a result the golf course at Moors Valley Country Park is now closed. The company has appointed receivers to deal with outstanding debt and the golf...
One of the best ways to enjoy Dorset is by mountain bike. You gather the sights, sounds and smells of your journey while burning off a bit of flab on longer trips of 10+ miles that would otherwise take you several hours on foot. Let’s focus on some smells...