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Sophie Beal is a freelance writer based in Bournemouth, England. Originally, she trained as a doctor and specialised in Obstetrics, but left in favour of writing, family life and sanity.
She's interested in family, education, social issues, history, science and health, and has had features accepted by BRITAIN, Discover Britain, BBC History Extra, Writing Magazine, History Scotland, Coin News, Dorset Magazine, Dorset Life and Premier Youth and Children's Work.
MICHAEL'S, Dorset's first night shelter, opened its doors 25 years ago. During the next decade, volunteers provided shelter, food and support for 5,150 people over 67,954 admissions. When the shelter closed in 2002, the charity continued to provide "move on" accommodation at the award-winning Michael House.
Imagine if Jane Austen was trying to land a publishing deal today.
In the years since Martha Washington briefly graced the one silver dollar-bill in the 19th century, the space on US banknotes has been reserved for white men, usually presidents. However, in April 2016 the country's treasury announced their intention to depict Harriet Tubman, a runaway slave, on the front of their $20 bill.
The planes, trains, horse-drawn carriages and aeroplanes that Bournemouth department store Beales organised for over a century
We often talk about what we can do for children with additional needs in our churches, but how often do we hear about their life experiences? What is life like for them outside of our Sunday gatherings? Sophie Beal spoke to three parents and heard their stories...
Elite athletes and Couch to 5k runners alike are signing up for the fourth Bournemouth Marathon Festival