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We're aiming to raise £50,000 for charity in memory of our mum
TWO brothers inspired by their late mother’s brave battle against cancer are embarking on a series of challenges this year to raise £50,000 in her memory. Joe and Nick Burkmar, of Lytchett Matravers, are planning a 250 mile bicycle ride from Poole
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Donations helping John Thornton foundation grow
YOUNG people across Dorset are set to benefit from a donation of more than £2,400 to the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation. The cash was collected by staff and customers at Ferndown Haskins Garden Centre over 12 months of fundraising events
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Appeal for witnesses after third sex attack
A woman was indecently assaulted in Poole in broad daylight. Officers in Poole are appealing for witnesses after a 26-year-old from Christchurch was assaulted on Commercial Road at 8.30am on Monday. Police Constable Debbie Day, of Poole police
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Will Fiona’s model dream come true?
A POOLE teenager is on her way to becoming a top model after making the finals of a national competition. Fiona Meacham, 18, has already fought off thousands of others to take her place on the catwalk in April, but said winning would be a dream
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Which village is Dorset’s best?
THE search is on for Dorset’s best village 2013. The competition is run by Dorset Community Action, sponsored by Magna Housing, and organisers are looking to encourage even more communities to take part this year. Any organisation can enter
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Dorset County Council recovered 60 per cent of £28m tied up in Icelandic banks
DORSET County Council still expects to recover the vast majority of its assets held in two Icelandic banks. The council was one of 120 local authorities to have assets tied up in Icelandic banks when the nation's banking system collapsed back in
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VIDEO: Aircraft suffers undercarriage failure on take-off at Bournemouth Airport
THE runway at Bournemouth Airport was closed yesterday afternoon after an accident involving a training plane. The nose of the Duchess twin-engine light aircraft fell to the ground during take-off when the under carriage gave way and it skidded
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Windscreens and doors damaged in vandalism spree
RESIDENTS in Cavendish Road and Dean Park Road in Bournemouth are counting the cost after several vehicles were vandalised over the weekend. The doors of a number of parked cars were damaged and one vehicle had its windscreen smashed. A Dorset
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Arts by the Sea Festival set to return in 2013
PLANS are in the pipeline for this year’s Bournemouth Arts by the Sea Festival following the success of the 2012 event. The 2012 festival attracted an audience of around 100,000 visitors and brought an estimated £1.6million to the resort. Today
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"Glue-like" substance affecting seabirds is oil additive polyisobutene
The white glue-like substance which has killed seabirds along the south coast is an oil additive called polyisobutene. Plymouth University has told the BBC that it has identified the substance, used as an additive in lubricating oils to improve
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Flybe aids Ryanair's Aer Lingus bid
Airline Flybe boosted Ryanair's hopes of a takeover of Aer Lingus today by agreeing a plan to fly 43 of the Irish carrier's short-haul routes. The proposal is part of Ryanair's attempt to persuade the European Commission that its planned 694 million
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Welcome to The Bournemouth Bartenders League
A new league has been set up to enable bartenders in the BH area to challenge each other in a series of organised events over the course of the year. The league will consist of monthly challenges at various venues over the course of the year.
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Pressure washer and tools stolen from van
THIEVES have broken into a white van in Poole and stolen a pressure washer and tools. Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward following the theft from the van parked outside a property at Canford Heath over
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I don't ride a bike to add days to my life, I ride a bike to add life to my days
The end of 2012 was very busy for me and my cycling almost came to a stop. I was managing over 100 miles a week after the school holidays, then had to work away in Scotland, Crete and Cyprus, so apart from a couple of weekend mtb rides the commute
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One-year alcohol licence is no use to us, say restaurant owners
OWNERS of a popular Christchurch restaurant could appeal a one-year temporary consent over changes to their eatery’s operation. Despite the planning committee at Christchurch council approving an amendment to the planning use at The Boathouse restaurant
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New research reveals drop in evening broadband speeds
BROADBAND speeds in Bournemouth drop by a third for evening internet users compared to those who use it in the early hours, new research shows. uSwitch, the independent price comparison and switching service, carried out tests to find out how much
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Councillors and community relationships could reach 'new low' if parking changes take place
CHRISTCHURCH councillors could plunge their relationship with the business community to a “new low”, if they choose to adopt controversial new parking charges proposed by officers. That’s the claim made by the borough’s Chamber of Trade and Commerce
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UPDATED: Petrol prices on the rise: what are you paying?
DRIVERS have noticed petrol prices creeping up around a penny a litre for each of the last few weeks at some garages. And research by the Daily Echo shows savings can still be made by picking the right forecourts across the conurbation. Among
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Training review for firefighters following tragic deaths of hero firemen
A CORONER is demanding lessons are learned from the tragic deaths of Poole firefighter Jim Shears and his Hampshire colleague Alan Bannon. Southampton coroner Keith Wiseman has issued a string of wide-ranging recommendations for fire services and
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Sweeping reforms of hospital regulation expected in wake of health care scandal
The campaigner who kick-started exposure of the Mid-Staffordshire health care scandal has called for people to be held to account for its failings as a landmark report on ''shocking'' care at the hospital trust was due to be published today. Julie
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REVIEW: Wreck-It Ralph (Activision, 3DS)
In the olden days, before times of fat children and plastic games featuring Plasticine dog excrement, American films used to take months to reach the rest of the world, and computer software featured little moving blocks that bore little resemblance
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REVIEW: Earth Defense Force 2017 (D3Publisher, PS Vita)
It's a curious presumption to name a visiting alien race The Ravagers before first contact where any indication of their motives might be established. It's probably this hurried conclusion-jumping that results in excessively-sized ants terrorising
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Rock 'n' roll youngster from Boscombe wowing crowds with piano playing
HE’S almost 60 years younger than the lead singer of the Rolling Stones, but a Boscombe boy is proving he’s knows just as much about rock and roll. Lewis Jordan Brown, who has just turned 11, is already wowing crowds of thousands with his piano
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Trial collapses after child admits making up allegations
Jonny Carlos, 45, and Michelle Ingham, 32, were found not guilty of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and cruelty to a person aged under 16 at Bournemouth Crown Court yesterday. The trial collapsed when the complainant, who is eight years
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Brian Conley lined-up for swashbuckling Christmas panto
HE may have mysteriously exited the jungle from the last series of I’m A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here, but entertainer Brian Conley is back. The comedian, TV presenter, singer, actor and panto king Brian Conley will return to the south coast
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In The Dock: Poole
SIMON MARK JAMES aged 36 of Sterte Close, Poole. Proved in absence that he travelled between Pokesdown and Bournemouth on South West Trains without having paid the fare. Fined £400. To pay compensation of £2.20. To pay victim surcharge of £15. Costs
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In The Dock: Bournemouth
JASON BROWN BURT aged 19 of Christchurch Road, Bournemouth. Admitted travelling between Branksome and Poole on South West Trains without paying the fare. Fined £90. To pay compensation of £2.15. To pay victim surcharge of £15. Costs of £110. ROBIN
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Can you lift the lid on bottle top charity?
WE have been collecting milk bottle lids for charity for some years but the person who used to take them has now stopped. Does anyone know where locally e.g. Bournemouth/Christchurch, we can donate? We get quite a lot and think it would be a shame
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Poster supporting laws of the country
I REFER to the letter about about the marriage poster at St Mary’s Church, Ferndown (January 30). What a pity that the writer did not disclose their name and address as I am sure that the Rector would welcome a chat with them to hear all their concerns
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Church upholding Biblical teaching
WITH respect to the church poster decried by your correspondent (Have your say, January 30), St. Mary’s Ferndown are to be applauded in upholding Biblical teaching concerning marriage. I agree it is offensive to many in our post-modern age, but that
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Sign is an ‘attack on government’
I am surprised your correspondent is offended by the poster which says “marriage = 1 x male and 1 x female”. I would suggest that he (or she) has misunderstood it. Far from being an attack on those in loving relationships it is in fact an attack
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HAVE YOUR SAY: Microchips for dogs to be made compulsory
Animals charities, vets and union leaders welcomed moves to make it compulsory for all dogs in England to be microchipped. The Government said the idea would help reunite owners with lost or stolen pets as well as improving the welfare of dogs.
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In The Dock: Christchurch
SIDNEY ANDREW COOPER aged 20 of Brick Lane, Christchurch. Proved in absence that at Bournemouth he travelled on South West Trains without paying the fare. Fined £400. To pay compensation of £6.50. To pay victim surcharge of £15. Costs of £150.
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Rising bills mean difficult choices
BILL increases from the utilities are always unpopular. And the latest one from Wessex Water – a 4.9 per cent rise – is not going to change that. Dorset householders are facing the country's second highest water bills from April. Wessex Water
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Only a matter of time before big car crash
I CYCLE under Cranleigh Road bridge every day and it is only a matter of time before a car hits me. There is very little room to overtake any cyclist yet they have done so a few times now even though I move out from the kerb to make it less possible
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UPDATED: Parking in Bournemouth's parks to stay free - for now
PROPOSALS for parking restrictions and charges in Bournemouth's parks could be amended before the public is asked for its views. Plans to charge for free spaces in Bournemouth's parks. The council's economy and tourism panel considered various
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VIDEO: Man injured in three-car crash in West Moors
POLICE closed a road in West Moors after a three-vehicle crash this morning. The collision took place on Station Road around 9am at the junction with Woodside Road. Police, fire and ambulance were called to the scene and closed Station Road
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Equal marriage: how your MP voted
DAVID Cameron got his way but saw his party torn in half as gay marriage legislation cleared its first hurdle in the Commons. The Prime Minister hailed a "step forward for our country" after the House backed the proposals by a big margin of 400
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Do you recognise Holdenhurst Road sex attacker?
THIS is the face of the man wanted by police over a frightening late-night sexual assault in Bournemouth. The victim, a 20-year-old Bournemouth University student who lives in Winton, was unexpectedly grabbed from behind by an unknown man and attacked
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Three-car crash causes rush-hour delays on A31
Long queues built up on the A31 during rush hour this morning after a three-car crash at Poulner Hill. Police were called to the eastbound carriageway around 8am this morning following the collision between three vehicles. The incident left
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I'm going to abseil 100ft for my 70th birthday!
MANY women of a certain age could be forgiven for wanting to put their feet up and take it easy once they retire. But glamorous grandmother Hazel Wilson, who turns 70 later this year, still shows no sign of slowing down. To celebrate her 70th
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Students warned: don't walk home alone
POLICE have been visiting university students in Bournemouth to remind them not to walk home alone following a vicious late-night sexual assault in the town. A terrified 20-year-old woman was attacked by a man as she walked through a subway, which
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Dorset Police officer accused of sexual assault to stand trial
A DORSET police officer will stand trial at Bournemouth Crown Court later this year for sexual assault. Dean Andrew, 36, of St Clement’s Road, Poole, is accused of sexually touching a woman on September 21, 2012, in Ashley Road, Poole. Andrew
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Seabird rescuers told: stay away or get caught in landslips
WELL-MEANING members of the public could be in danger if they try to rescue seabirds affected by pollution. That’s the view of Durlston Country Park Coast and Marine Ranger Ben Wallbridge who fears people could become victims of recent landslips
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Rugby: All Blacks one step closer to Twickenham
WIMBORNE edged closer to a dream Twickenham final by winning their second trophy of a highly successful season. The in-form All Blacks claimed Southern Counties Intermediate Cup glory with a 25-20 victory at Wallingford on Saturday. That saw
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Cherries: Howe impressed with defensive Ritchie
BOSS Eddie Howe hailed the versatility of winger Matt Ritchie after handing Cherries’ new recruit his debut as an emergency left-back. The 23-year-old made his first Cherries appearance when he replaced injured Tommy Elphick in the first half of
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Fletcher: I still have the heart and I want to play on
CLUB legend Steve Fletcher accepts he has a diminishing playing role for Cherries but he has told the doubters: “I have still got the heart.” Cherries’ record appearance-maker has indicated he wants to continue his distinguished career for as long
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Boxing: Irish licence could be option for Weaver after GB snub
TOP boxing prospect Iain Weaver is ready to turn his back on his British title dream and fight out of Ireland if his licence dispute continues. Weaver reported that a professor in Ireland had indicated he could get the green light to box there
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Pirates: Middlo insists side is not 'top-heavy'
TEAM boss Neil Middleditch insists suggestions Pirates have again built a top-heavy team are well wide of the mark. Poole Coastal Aluminium were criticised last season for their reliance on the powerhouse scoring of their big-hitting top three.
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Police and transport funding could be cut by a third
Spending on services like police, defence, transport and justice could be cut by a third by 2017/18 under Government spending plans, a report warns. The plans suggest 1.2 million job losses in the public sector by that date, 300,000 more than predicted
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Woman punched in face in road-rage assault
A woman was punched in the face by a fellow driver in a road rage assault in Christchurch. A 44-year-old Christchurch woman was queuing in traffic in a black Ford Fiesta when another woman stepped out from an old style black VW Golf, which was
