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Job cuts protest at Bournemouth DVLA
Employees from the Bournemouth office of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) held a peaceful protest outside their office on Tuesday afternoon, against the planned closure of their branch.
Cherries stutter at home in push for play-offs
Bournemouth's play-off aspirations suffered a severe blow on tuesday night after a shock loss at home to Leyton Orient.
Bay run back in Bournemouth
The Bournemouth Bay run is back following last year’s success and it is expected to be the biggest one ever.
Father of six shakes the drugs
A shoplifter who was caught stealing David Beckham fragrances has managed to put an end to his drug problem, Bournemouth magistrate court heard yesterday.
Bournemouth garden wins national awards
The garden designed by Bournemouth Borough Council has won the national award at the Chelsea Flower Show for its flower bed exhibit.
Linwood School leads on recycling competition
Linwood school have won a competition to collect the most unwanted textiles for Green Goals Rags to Riches campaign.
The Boscombe market: A place of comfortable shopping
Shopping at Boscombe market is still a firm favourite with local residents who claim they like the atmosphere.
Lottery funding gives Bournemouth a natural boost
Heritage Lottery Fund has awarded £47,800 to a project which Bournemouth Natural Science Society hopes will "inspire local volunteers to observe and record the wildlife of Bournemouth".
Pokesdown traders share the love
Pokesdown is branding itself as the vintage quarter of Bournemouth. Local fashion and furniture shops in the area opened from 10am to 4pm for the special Valentine-themed event, which featured attractions including street entertainers, a vintage photo booth and a traditional ice-cream tricycle.