4+ day, 9+ hour ago   (223+ words) A TALK on plants that helped shape a national retail revolution will open a new season of public talks. Wimborne u3a’s autumn programme begins on Friday, October 16 at Wimborne Methodist Church, with Martin Stewart presenting 8 Generations, One Passion, which tells…...

5+ day, 5+ hour ago   (689+ words) As we move further into September, many of us may start to notice condensation forming on our windows, and that will only get worse as we move closer to winter. Condensation can damage your windows and furniture, and it can…...

1+ week, 9+ hour ago   (365+ words) A town centre property with office space is set to go under the hammer later this month. Located on the Dorset-Hampshire border, the first-floor offices are part of The Crown House, 2 Southampton Road, Ringwood, and are currently let at £38,527.92 per…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (348+ words) A former Methodist chapel in Dorset dating back to 1863 is set to go under the hammer this month. Located in Hazelbury Bryan near Sturminster Newton, the former Methodist church is listed with a guide price of £295,000-plus and will be…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (148+ words) Dog lovers and their pets flocked to Brockenhurst for an unmissable show. The Bournemouth Canine Association’s annual championship show drew 9,500 dogs to the New Forest on August 11-12, 1989. For pampered pooches, the show was a major step towards Crufts — unless they…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (425+ words) Crochet toys destined for a Dorset gift shop were among parcels salvaged from a warehouse hit in a drone attack in Ukraine. The handmade animals had been ordered by Practically Magic Blandford Store as part of its ongoing support for…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (319+ words) A dog trainer in Dorset has been shortlisted for the finals at two national awards. Bournemouth-based Kirsty Everard is in the running for Dog Trainer of the Year at the South West Regional Animal Star Awards, which will be held…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (397+ words) Thousands of spiders are expected to invade UK homes in the coming weeks. The surge marks the start of the annual spider mating season, which begins in early September and typically lasts until mid-October. During this time, male spiders venture…...

2+ week, 5+ hour ago   (700+ words) Gardeners are being urged to complete a number of tasks in September to prepare for the latter months of the year. With leaves turning orange and starting to fall, now is the time to get gardens ready for the colder…...

2+ week, 9+ hour ago   (229+ words) Aldi is launching a new autumn homeware collection featuring cosy décor, ambient lighting, and pumpkin-themed accessories from just £1.99. The popular discount retailer is helping customers embrace the "cosy season" with its affordable Autumn Home range, which goes on sale in…...