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“If normal rhythm is not restored it will result in death.” Kevin Podger’s HEMS report Kevin Podger is a retired Royal Navy Engineer Officer in excellent shape for a man of 70 years old. On October 17 2025, he cycled 12 miles to a National Coastwatch Institution outpost to enquire about becoming a volunteer. He then cycled the 12 miles back towards his home in the sailing town of Lymington, Hampshire.

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Car stuck in flooded water- Ira Lemon Car stuck in flooded water- Ira Lemon A torrential downpour has hit the beach town of Bournemouth all week. Storm Chandra has wreaked havoc all over the coast, causing major issues for road users across the Southwest. From road closures to floods stopping transport, this storm has been relentless and is going to continue on its rampage for many days.

From farmer's son, to world champion, and back again. Sat across from me in Q Sports Bar, is Scott Mitchell, A World Champion, a father, and a full-time farmer. Not only is he throwing 180s, he is also herding cattle, shearing sheep and caring for his 40+ chickens. Aside from the professional farming, Scott is a professional athlete. The journey from farmers son to World Champ hasn’t been plain sailing.

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Jessica Toale, the MP for Bournemouth West has said that she is hoping at setting up a women’s commission in the next year to improve safety for Women in Bournemouth. Last friday, she published her Town Centre Action Plan which was made in consultation with residents and the local council.

Dominic Sadi celebrating. Credit: afcb.co.uk Dominic Sadi celebrating. Credit: afcb.co.uk AFC Bournemouth’s Dominic Sadi has sure racked up more air miles than most 22-year-old footballers have at his age. Sadi spent the first six months of this season out on loan at FK Novi Pazar but has since returned to the Cherries this January window. "It was a different experience.

Bournemouth has a new star in town and it comes in the form of our four legged friend called Iris. Iris is a pedigree-bred showjumping horse who lives and trains in West Parley, Bournemouth, with her owner Daisy Gill. She was bred from legendary showjumping horse, Heartbreaker, who was an influential chestnut stallion winning many awards in the sport, so a big career for Iris is definitely on the cards.

At 19, Ben Davies is an award-winning bartender, who crafts cocktails behind the bar at The Ivy in Bournemouth, a restaurant often associated with luxury dining and special occasions. Your browser does not support this video Ben Davies in his element, making a cocktail (Credit : Julia Apte) Ben Davies in his element, making a cocktail (Credit : Julia Apte) But he says the conversations he overhears from young customers have changed. “People are much more careful now,” he explains.

The charity known as ‘Ramblers’ is a group dedicated to removing barriers so everyone can enjoy walking across Dorset’s coastal areas, preserving and improving hundreds of thousands of miles of well loved paths and trails. Group Leader of Dorset Ramblers, David Mitchell retired at the age of 63 and has been walking with the group for 10 years as a way to keep himself active and busy.