Verwood’s first freecycle event planned
The Verwoodians on Waste Group has organised Verwood's first community freecycle on Sunday 6 June 2021.
Verwood Firefighters called to major local fires
Around 150 firefighters from across Dorset are currently dealing with two large heath fires to the south and north of Verwood.
Verwood Carnival officially cancelled for 2021
Organisers of the Verwood Carnival have announced the 2021 event will not be taking place due to coronavirus restrictions.
Coronavirus – what’s changing from April 12th
The latest phase of the roadmap out of lockdown has begun, with non-essential shops now able to reopen and outdoor hospitality permitted in Verwood.
Verwood crew called out to fire at Potterne Park
Two vehicles from Verwood attended a grass fire at Potterne Park on Saturday afternoon.
Purple Haze quarry planning application submitted
Grundon Sand & Gravel has submitted its planning application to develop a building sand quarry, on land known as Purple Haze, just south of Verwood.
Verwood gets a covering of Sahara desert dust
Verwood got a slight covering of dust from the Sahara desert on Thursday lunchtime.
Work starts on site for Verwood’s new Lidl store
Boards have been placed around the future site for Verwood's own Lidl store following the granting of planning permission last year.
Easter Bunny surprises Hillside First School children
Children at Hillside First School in Verwood got a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny on Tuesday this week.
Cyclist in life-threatening condition following collision
A cyclist in his 50s was taken to Southampton General Hospital with life-threatening injuries following a collision on Verwood Road on Monday evening.