Lyndhurst2 days agoA31 closure 'painful' for local businessesThe main route between Southampton and Bournemouth has been closed by a major fire since Sunday.2 days ago3 days agoMain road closure extended on day five of wildfireNational Highways says repairs cannot begin until the area has been declared safe to access.3 days ago28 Jul 2026Three-day agricultural show gets under wayThe New Forest and Hampshire County Show traces its origins to village event in 1920.28 Jul 202623 Jul 2026Lorry crash shuts main roads for seven hoursA lorry driver escaped with minor injuries after crashing into a barrier on the M27, police say.23 Jul 202630 Jun 2026Brothers' six-year justice fight over mum's deathCruise ship passenger Janet Purkess was crushed to death by a speeding lorry, a coroner concludes.30 Jun 202629 Jun 2026Fatal crash court ruling 'extraordinary' - coronerCharges are dropped against a port truck driver who ran over a 87-year-old cruise ship passenger.29 Jun 20268 Jun 2026Cemetery parking charges lifted after complaintsMourners had criticised the charges and said visiting loved ones was an "emotional necessity".8 Jun 202613 Jan 2026National park residents told of wheelie bin rolloutNew Forest District Council is phasing the bins in as part of a plan to end the use of plastic bags.13 Jan 202626 Dec 2025Landlady puts local business on the map at ChristmasMaria Harris, runs The Stag in Lyndhurst, and promotes the independent businesses in her village.26 Dec 2025...
