News/Media Releases Contensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.uk http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/NewsMediaReleases.aspx?SyndicationType=2 2013-05-23T06:38:41Z

A new primary school has been proposed on the site of Avonbourne College to provide more school places from September 2014.

2013-05-22T12:42:00Z 2013-05-22T12:41:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/New-primary-school-proposed-for-Bournemouth.aspx

Hundreds of employees across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch are expected to go head to head in the area's biggest ever cycling competition for businesses.

2013-05-22T11:14:00Z 2013-05-22T11:12:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/Sign-up-to-the-Momentum-Cycle-Challenge-and-be-part-of-a-mass-participation-cycle-event.aspx

The pedestrian bridge over the A338, near Holdenhurst Village, which is currently undergoing essential maintenance work in preparation for the 'Welcome to Bournemouth' signage, will be closed to pedestrians and cyclists for three days.

2013-05-21T15:01:00Z 2013-05-21T15:00:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/Three-day-closure-of-pedestrian-bridge.aspx

Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership today (Tuesday 21 May 2013) celebrated the completion of a £2m project with Field International Ltd – its biggest to date and its first private business investment from the Growing Places Fund.

2013-05-21T12:21:00Z 2013-05-21T12:21:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/Double-Celebrations-for-the-Dorset-Local-Enterprise-Partnership.aspx

The Kinson Hub's opening times for Council Tenants has been changed. Housing staff will now be available from 9am to 5:15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Fridays, and 9am to 5pm on Wednesdays. For more contact details please follow the link.

2013-05-20T10:30:00Z 2013-05-20T10:29:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/Housing/CouncilHousing/ContactUsFindMyNearestHelp.aspx

Media release about Dorset LEP funding Boscombe Regeneration scheme

2013-05-17T16:08:00Z 2013-05-17T16:08:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/15million-Dorset-LEP-backing-to-kick-start-regeneration-scheme.aspx

Home News is a publication which is developed for Bournemouth Council tenants.It is produced so that Housing Landlord can share new information with residents regarding the Council as a whole and community activities that are going to/have taken place. If you would like to find out more information about Home News or/and get involved please contact us.

2013-05-17T12:16:00Z 2013-05-17T13:18:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/Housing/CouncilHousing/GetInvolved/HomeNews.aspx

Media release about new community allotment in Churchill Gardens.

2013-05-17T10:58:00Z 2013-05-17T10:57:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/Green-fingered-Boscombe-residents-create-community-allotment.aspx

The Council has seven tonnes of compost available for its residents on a first come first served basis as a big thank you for all their efforts in recycling their garden waste.

2013-05-16T16:00:00Z 2013-05-16T15:59:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/Free-compost-giveaway!.aspx

Bournemouth Borough Council is calling on local residents to consider becoming foster carers for children and young people in the borough. Last year Bournemouth Borough Council was successful in placing children of all ages with foster carers. These ranged from children needing care for a few days or weeks to those needing care for even months or years. However, more carers are needed.

2013-05-13T13:32:00Z 2013-05-13T13:45:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/SpotlightFeatures/Foster-Care-Fortnight.aspx

Bournemouth town centre will be transformed into a 'grand prix style' race circuit as part of this year's Night Skyride event on Saturday 20 July. Find out more here...

2013-05-09T09:00:00Z 2013-05-09T10:50:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/Projects/SkyRideBournemouth/SkyRideBournemouth.aspx

Road resurfacing works are now entering the final stages on Bath Road

2013-05-02T10:12:00Z 2013-05-02T10:12:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/Final-stage-of-Road-Rescue-improvements-for-Bath-Road-.aspx

Families throwing out £50 of food a month on average

2013-05-01T14:35:00Z 2013-05-01T14:34:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/Families-throwing-out-50-of-food-a-month.aspx

Media release about call for volunteers for the Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre.

2013-05-01T13:29:00Z 2013-05-01T13:28:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/Call-for-heritage-volunteers-for-new-Hengistbury-Head-Visitor-Centre.aspx

Media release about targeted enforcement to clean up Boscombe of overgrown vegetation.

2013-05-01T12:39:00Z 2013-05-01T12:38:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/May-2013/Targeted-enforcement-helps-to-clean-up-Boscombe.aspx

The free Pier Approach Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO) concerts in June have attracted huge interest, with over 8,500 tickets being applied for.

2013-04-29T14:10:00Z 2013-04-29T14:28:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/April-2013/High-demand-for-Pier-Approach-Bournemouth-Symphony-Orchestra-concerts-.aspx

Bournemouth University are throwing open their doors this summer, from Monday 3-Friday 14 June, for the Festival of Learning. With over 100 events to choose from there is something for everyone to get involved with. Why not learn how to master social media, design the ideal menu for a restaurant of your choice or take part in a sleep workshop?

2013-04-26T10:00:00Z 2013-04-25T11:20:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/SpotlightFeatures/BU-Festival-of-Learning.aspx

Find out more about Bournemouth University's upcoming Festival of Learning in Bournemouth Square this weekend. Staff and students will be promoting the event with fun free activities in the Square from 10am to 5pm on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 April.

2013-04-24T15:57:00Z 2013-04-24T15:56:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/April-2013/BUs-Festival-of-Learning-comes-to-life-in-Bournemouth-Square-this-weekend.aspx

Media release about changes to Bournemouth Council's Cabinet.

2013-04-24T08:41:00Z 2013-04-24T08:40:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/April-2013/Changes-to-Bournemouths-Cabinet.aspx

45 Bournemouth 'lollipop men and women' will gather today (Monday 22 April) to celebrate the diamond jubilee of school patrol officers and receive their commemorative badge and certificate for the occasion.

2013-04-22T10:26:00Z 2013-04-22T10:25:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/April-2013/Bournemouth-Lollipop-Men-and-Women-Celebrate-Diamon-Jubilee.aspx

Are you Dorset born and bred or have you moved here and become a proud resident of the county? Either way why not take part in the first ever Dorset Day on 21 June and celebrate the county's rich heritage?

2013-04-18T09:00:00Z 2013-04-23T16:29:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/SpotlightFeatures/Dorset-Day.aspx

The hugely popular free family event, which takes place on Thursday 25 July from 10am to 4pm at Meyrick Park, is back for a fourth year. Showcasing what Bournemouth has to offer, it gives children, young people and adults the opportunity to take part in a variety of fun and interactive activities.

2013-04-16T10:37:00Z 2013-04-17T08:16:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/April-2013/Stavros-Flatley-to-headline-Bournemouths-Family-Festival-.aspx

Free tickets for people to attend celebrations led by the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO) at Pier Approach are up for grabs from 10am on Monday (15 April).

2013-04-12T10:50:00Z 2013-05-07T12:43:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/March-2013/Get-your-tickets-for-Bournemouth-Symphony-Orchestra-concerts-at-Pier-Approach.aspx

Media release about the success of mobile CCTV cameras in Bournemouth.

2013-04-11T14:22:00Z 2013-04-11T14:22:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/April-2013/Improved-community-safety-in-Bournemouth-thanks-to-mobile-CCTV-.aspx

Visitors arriving in the borough will soon be greeted by a new illuminated 3D 'Welcome to Bournemouth' Gateway sign as they drive along the A338 towards Bournemouth.

2013-04-11T12:56:00Z 2013-04-18T08:33:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/March-2013/New-signage-on-the-A338-to-welcome-visitors-to-Bournemouth-.aspx

Mayor-Elect, Councillor Rod Cooper, is calling charities in Bournemouth to not miss the 12 April deadline to be part of the Mayor's Charity Appeal Fund for 2013/14.

2013-04-04T10:03:00Z 2013-04-04T10:03:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/April-2013/Mayor-Elect-makes-final-call-to-Bournemouth-charities.aspx

Bournemouth Council, green, waste, collection service, recycing

2013-04-03T09:02:00Z 2013-04-03T09:02:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/April-2013/Green-Waste-Service-2013-Goes-Live!.aspx

Media release about new Council housing in Springbourne.

2013-04-02T12:37:00Z 2013-04-02T12:36:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/News/April-2013/Home-sweet-home-for-five-families-in-Springbourne.aspx

From 1 April 2013 the national Council Tax Benefit scheme has been replaced by a Council Tax Reduction Scheme. This will affect residents who previously claimed Council Tax Benefit who are of working age. A number of other benefit changes have also taken place from 1 April 2013...

2013-04-01T00:00:00Z 2013-04-11T15:42:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/SpotlightFeatures/Benefits-are-Changing.aspx

The spring edition of BH Life magazine has been delivered to homes in Bournemouth - have you seen your copy? If not, take a look here at the latest edition featuring a look at the changes to Benefit and Council Tax, Bournemouth in Bloom, news on the Waterfront and 'Hand in Hand' a section for parents and carers...

2013-03-31T00:00:00Z 2013-04-09T15:00:00Z http://www.bournemouth.gov.uk/NewsEvents/BHLifeCouncilMagazine/MainFeaturePage.aspx