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Bank employee stole thousands of pounds from elderly customers

LIVE: Fire next to railway line disrupts train services - updates

LIVE: Fire next to railway line disrupts train services - updates

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LIVE: Fire next to railway line causes major train disruption - updates

Armed police and dog units carry out drugs raid

Armed police and dog units carry out drugs raid

Armed police and dog units carry out drugs raid

Beach of Bolonia, Jerez, Spain

Beach of Bolonia, Jerez, Spain

Bournemouth Airport

Jet2holidays announce new destination from Bournemouth after 'strong demand'

Wilko (file photo)

Wilko (file photo)

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Date confirmed for the return of Wilko in Poole

Left to right: Paige Travis, Darcy Rookie, and Reece Davies have been issing since June 22

Left to right: Paige Travis, Darcy Rookie, and Reece Davies have been issing since June 22

Poole children go missing after taking trains to Wales and London

Poll predicts BCP Council leader to win more than half the vote in MDNP

Poll predicts BCP Council leader to win more than half the vote in MDNP

General Election 2024

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Poll predicts BCP Council leader to win more than half the vote in MDNP

Hoteliers vow to fight 'rushed through' tourist tax

Hoteliers vow to fight 'rushed through' tourist tax

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Hoteliers vow to fight 'rushed through' tourist tax

Solar farm file image

Solar farm file image

Planning and development

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Huge solar farm on edge of river gets go-ahead

The Red Arrows earlier this month in Bournemouth

The Red Arrows earlier this month in Bournemouth

The Red Arrows are heading back to Bournemouth Airport

Five bottles of whisky stolen from Waitrose

Five bottles of whisky stolen from Waitrose

Five bottles of whisky stolen from Waitrose

Police investigating after man treated for injuries in town centre

Police investigating after man treated for injuries in town centre

Police investigating after man treated for injuries in town centre

Funeral for Moses Penfold

Funeral for Moses Penfold

'It was a lovely send-off for a lovely man'

Hoteliers call for tourist tax to be delayed - updates

Hoteliers call for tourist tax to be delayed - updates

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Hoteliers call for tourist tax to be delayed - updates

News

Police dog units at scene of ongoing incident in Bournemouth

Police dog units at scene of ongoing incident in Bournemouth

Police dog units at scene of ongoing incident in Bournemouth

Emergency services harassed by drunk man while saving woman from water

Emergency services harassed by drunk man while saving woman from water

Emergency services harassed by drunk man while saving woman from water

McDonald's in Somerford

McDonald's in Somerford

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Childminder shocked over ‘unsafe’ fire door in McDonald’s soft play

Daily Echo Therapist of the Year

Daily Echo Therapist of the Year

Beauty Therapist of the Year 2024: how to nominate your favourite

Two knife-wielding men ‘broke into home’ with one seen ‘dripping in blood’

Two knife-wielding men ‘broke into home’ with one seen ‘dripping in blood’

Two knife-wielding men ‘broke into home’ with one seen ‘dripping in blood’

The 'skull' at Swanage beach

The 'skull' at Swanage beach

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Mysterious 'skull' appears on Dorset cliff-face

Nina’s Bistro owner, Geanina Sofian

Nina’s Bistro owner, Geanina Sofian

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Bistro owner defends plan for drinks licence

Central Car Park in Bournemouth

Central Car Park in Bournemouth

In The Dock: Thief snatched dry robes, ice skates, boots and makeup from car

Ben Pantling representing Green Party in Mid Dorset and North Poole

Ben Pantling representing Green Party in Mid Dorset and North Poole

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Ben Pantling representing Green Party in Mid Dorset and North Poole

Stars U11 team will go to a national championship in London this July.

Stars U11 team will go to a national championship in London this July.

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Bournemouth football academy win regional championship

Town council say concerns over new-drive through were 'ignored'

Town council say concerns over new-drive through were 'ignored'

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Town council says concerns over new-drive through were 'ignored'

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'This election is neck and neck for the Lib Dems and the Conservatives'

Boscombe Pier. Credit: Stephen Bath

Boscombe Pier. Credit: Stephen Bath

Ask the candidates

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We asked Bournemouth East candidates six questions, here's what they said

Extinction Rebellion Wimborne marched with 100,000 others on the streets of London.

Extinction Rebellion Wimborne marched with 100,000 others on the streets of London.

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Extinction Rebellion Wimborne joins 100,000 people march

Pixie and Bo at Church Knowle Rescue Centre.

Pixie and Bo at Church Knowle Rescue Centre.

Margaret Green Animal Rescue look to rehome a pair of rabbits

Old Christchurch Road

Old Christchurch Road

Man banned from entering town centre bars after assaults on two people

Simple Minds at the Isle of Wight Festival 2024

Simple Minds at the Isle of Wight Festival 2024

Isle of Wight Festival 2024: Great music, fun crowds, and football

The MSE team has gone into more detail on the website with 9 key 'need-to-knows'.

The MSE team has gone into more detail on the website with 9 key 'need-to-knows'.

Martin Lewis urges Brits to check meter readings before Price Cap drop on July 1

Sainsbury’s is recalling its Taste the Difference Sea Salt and Suffolk Cider Vinegar Hand Cooked Crisps

Sainsbury’s is recalling its Taste the Difference Sea Salt and Suffolk Cider Vinegar Hand Cooked Crisps

'Do not eat': Sainsbury's crisps are a 'possible health risk' as recall issued

Drivers need to be mindful of items of clothing, including sunglasses, to operate the car safely, the Highway Code says

Drivers need to be mindful of items of clothing, including sunglasses, to operate the car safely, the Highway Code says

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Drivers warned they could face fines of up £2500 for wearing sunglasses

A letter writer has welcomed cycle lanes. Image: Pixabay

A letter writer has welcomed cycle lanes. Image: Pixabay

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'Cycle lane at Evening Hill has improved traffic flow'

Royal Blood at Bournemouth 02

Royal Blood at Bournemouth 02

Review: Royal Blood, O2 Bournemouth, Boscombe

Tesco, Asda and Boots and among the stores in the UK that offer passport photo services.

Tesco, Asda and Boots and among the stores in the UK that offer passport photo services.

Where can I get a passport photo? Where to go and the rules to remember

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

Driving in flip flops could break the Highway Code and see you fined £1,000

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Drivers warned of £1,000 fine for wearing summer clothing in heatwave

Sport

INTERVIEW

Richard Lawson is into his third season at Poole Pirates

‘Can’t speak highly enough’ – Why Lawson will go ‘above and beyond’ for Poole Pirates

Illia Zabarnyi is proud to represent Ukraine

Illia Zabarnyi is proud to represent Ukraine

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Zabarnyi and Ukraine knocked out of Euros despite creditable draw against Belgium

Alex Paulsen has joined Cherries from Wellington Phoenix

Alex Paulsen has joined Cherries from Wellington Phoenix

‘Role model’ – New Cherries recruit Paulsen 'aspired' to be like Man Utd great

Alan Connell will take his side to Spain

Alan Connell will take his side to Spain

Cherries’ development squad announce plans for Spain pre-season trip and friendlies

England star Phil Foden

England star Phil Foden

Phil Foden leaves England's Euro 2024 camp in Germany over family matter

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National Sport

Emma Raducanu produced a fine comeback to reach the last eight at the Rothesay International in Eastbourne (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Emma Raducanu produced a fine comeback to reach the last eight at the Rothesay International in Eastbourne (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Emma Raducanu thrilled with ‘meaningful’ comeback win over Jessica Pegula

England coach Matthew Mott will have one eye on the weather (AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan)

England coach Matthew Mott will have one eye on the weather (AP Photo/Ricardo Mazalan)

Matthew Mott: England ready for India battle after returning from ‘rock bottom’

Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois will face each other at Wembley on September 21 (Jordan Pettitt/PA)

Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois will face each other at Wembley on September 21 (Jordan Pettitt/PA)

Daniel Dubois: Anthony Joshua is the king and I need to become the king slayer

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is expected to be back in Germany ahead of Sunday’s last-16 game (Martin Rickett/PA)

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is expected to be back in Germany ahead of Sunday’s last-16 game (Martin Rickett/PA)

Phil Foden leaves England camp to return home for birth of third child

Charlie Dean starred for England (Nigel French/PA)

Charlie Dean starred for England (Nigel French/PA)

Pretty brilliant – Charlie Dean delighted with England’s win over New Zealand

Tammy Beaumont, left, and captain Heather Knight celebrate England’s nine-wicket ODI win over New Zealand in Chester-le-Street (Nigel French/PA)

Tammy Beaumont, left, and captain Heather Knight celebrate England’s nine-wicket ODI win over New Zealand in Chester-le-Street (Nigel French/PA)

England ease to victory in opening ODI against New Zealand

Phil Foden has started all three of England’s games in Germany (Martin Rickett/PA)

Phil Foden has started all three of England’s games in Germany (Martin Rickett/PA)

‘Pressing family matter’ sees Phil Foden leave England’s Euro 2024 base

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Business news

Wilko (file photo)

Wilko (file photo)

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Date confirmed for the return of Wilko in Poole

McDonald's in Somerford

McDonald's in Somerford

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Childminder shocked over ‘unsafe’ fire door in McDonald’s soft play

Accessorize in Old Christchurch Road

Accessorize in Old Christchurch Road

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Town centre shop closes its doors

Tori Gilmore owns Home Hounds Pet Business Coaching, an independent company dedicated to teaching dog CPR.

Tori Gilmore owns Home Hounds Pet Business Coaching, an independent company dedicated to teaching dog CPR.

Hampshire woman creates CPR sessions for dog owners

Simona and Adam Sealey

Simona and Adam Sealey

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Popular pub owners set to open biker themed café

Outside the new salon by Jade Chapman.

Outside the new salon by Jade Chapman.

Hairdresser welcomes everyone to new unisex salon

La Piccola Italia

La Piccola Italia

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Popular Italian restaurant suddenly closes after more than 40 years

Kelly Stevenson and Donna Couderc at the Sydney Arms, Dorchester

Kelly Stevenson and Donna Couderc at the Sydney Arms, Dorchester

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Football tournament helping to boost trade as pubs 'packed out'

Calabrese will open on June 21.

Calabrese will open on June 21.

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Southern Italian café opens in Bournemouth town centre

Bournemouth University has a world-leading collection of researchers and educators in the field of sport, working and advising at the highest levels of sport internationally.

Bournemouth University has a world-leading collection of researchers and educators in the field of sport, working and advising at the highest levels of sport internationally.

Unlock your potential with a degree from Bournemouth University

The team behind Adorned Tattoo Studio

The team behind Adorned Tattoo Studio

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'We’re all like one big family here': New café opens inside Poole tattoo studio

Here Comes The Sun was located on 1156 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth.

Here Comes The Sun was located on 1156 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth.

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'This is not the end, just a sidestep': Boutique store announces shock closure

Dorset Fence offers a comprehensive range of fencing, gates, trellises, and decking

Dorset Fence offers a comprehensive range of fencing, gates, trellises, and decking

Quality home improvements in Bournemouth

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Letters

A letter writer has welcomed cycle lanes. Image: Pixabay

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'Cycle lane at Evening Hill has improved traffic flow'

A letter writer is asking why cash hasn't made a comeback

A letter writer is asking why cash hasn't made a comeback

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'Why hasn't cash made a comeback?'

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'More difficult to win the peace than win the war'

Bournemouth Airport

Bournemouth Airport

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'Bournemouth Airport needs to expand'

A letter writer is calling for more bobbies on the beat

A letter writer is calling for more bobbies on the beat

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'We need more bobbies on the beat and CCTV'

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National News

Sir Ed Davey has called for the guilty parties in the Horizon scandal to be jailed (Jonathan Brady/PA)

Sir Ed Davey has called for the guilty parties in the Horizon scandal to be jailed (Jonathan Brady/PA)

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Davey: Officials who lied over Horizon scandal ‘will have to go to prison’

Zara Aleena (Family Handout/PA)

Zara Aleena (Family Handout/PA)

Failures ‘across multiple agencies’ contributed to Zara Aleena’s death – inquest

The former first minister urged the Labour leader to immediately recognise Palestine as a state if he won the keys to Downing Street after the July 4 election (Andrew Milligan/PA)

The former first minister urged the Labour leader to immediately recognise Palestine as a state if he won the keys to Downing Street after the July 4 election (Andrew Milligan/PA)

Yousaf warns Starmer against ‘betrayal of people of Palestine’

Screen grab taken from the X (formerly Twitter) account of Wikileaks of Julian Assange on board a flight to Bangkok, Thailand, following his release from prison (@WikiLeaks/PA)

Screen grab taken from the X (formerly Twitter) account of Wikileaks of Julian Assange on board a flight to Bangkok, Thailand, following his release from prison (@WikiLeaks/PA)

Julian Assange case ends ‘with me here in Saipan’, judge says in court

A Greenpeace protester unfurls a banner saying ‘Clean Power Not Paddy Power’ on top of the Conservative election battlebus (Kristian Buus/Greenpeace UK/PA)

A Greenpeace protester unfurls a banner saying ‘Clean Power Not Paddy Power’ on top of the Conservative election battlebus (Kristian Buus/Greenpeace UK/PA)

Election campaign day 35: Tory says bets by politicians may have to be banned

A dead XL Bully-type dog was found dead inside a metal cage floating in a canal, the RSPCA have said. (RSPCA/PA)

A dead XL Bully-type dog was found dead inside a metal cage floating in a canal, the RSPCA have said. (RSPCA/PA)

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Dead XL bully found locked inside cage in canal

The researchers are now focusing on translating their microrobot treatment into human studies (David Davies/PA)

The researchers are now focusing on translating their microrobot treatment into human studies (David Davies/PA)

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Pill that releases tiny robots into the gut could treat IBD – study

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