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Coronavirus vaccine trials could be finished by mid-August, says expert
A key adviser to the Government on coronavirus has said trials for a vaccine for the disease could be completed by mid-August. Human testing of a potential vaccine is due to begin within the next week at Oxford University. Asked about the possibility
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WATCH: Smoke seen coming from jewellers after 'smoke cloak' activates
SMOKE was seen coming from a jewellers in Poole this afternoon after a ‘smoke cloak’ activated. Fire crews from Westbourne, Springbourne and Poole attended WHY Jewellers in Haven Road at Canford Cliffs. Video by Toby Granville The
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784 more people die in hospitals after testing positive for Covid-19
A FURTHER 784 people who tested positive for Covid-19 have died in the past 24 hours, NHS England has said. The total number of confirmed reported deaths in hospitals in England has risen to 13,918. %headlines(article_ids="18389290", display
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Arcadia stores under threat of permanent closure
Sir Philip Green’s Arcadia group could see some stores shut down permanently as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, following a string of closures in the past year. The PA news agency understands Arcadia is in discussion with landlords over leases
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New service launches to help key workers find garages open nearby
A new service has been launched to help key workers find open garages during the lockdown. Garages and other car maintenance facilities are currently allowed to continue operating but many have chosen to shut down to protect staff and customers
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Firefighters rush to blaze caused by residents cooking under grill
FIREFIGHTERS rushed to a blaze after cooking under the grill led to fire alarms going off. Crews were called to a property on Church Street in Wareham at 7.47pm on Friday night. The flat had suffered considerable smoke logging and was ventilated
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'She was loved by everyone who knew her': Tribute to woman who died on M27
TRIBUTES have been paid to a 40-year-old woman described as a beautiful soul and who died after being hit by a lorry on the M27. Lisa Massey, who is originally from Bournemouth, died following a collision on the M27 on Good Friday. Lisa's family
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Sandbanks Ferry service to be withdrawn from next week
THE Sandbanks Ferry service will be withdrawn from next week until further notice. Operators of the service between Studland and Poole the Sandbanks Ferry Company has announced it will be suspending its operation from Tuesday, April 21. A statement
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Historic Dorset water-mill that inspired Thomas Hardy is back in production
AN HISTORIC Dorset water-mill that witnessed the Black Death and the Plague has whirred back into production to help meet demand for wheat during the coronavirus pandemic. Sturminster Newton Mill was mentioned in the Domesday Book in 1086 and years
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Christchurch street shows appreciation for NHS workers with doorstep party
NEIGHBOURS in Christchurch joined in with a street party after last week’s clap for carers, and it was also broadcast in Bournemouth and Poole hospitals. Households in King's Avenue showed their appreciation for NHS workers risking their lives
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Husband and wife team from Poole make PPE resources for NHS staff
THE OWNER of a fabrics and crafts supplier in Poole and her husband have taken it upon themselves to help frontline workers by provide resources for NHS workers and carers wearing face masks. Kerry Jackman, the sole proprietor of Sew In Time, Bournemouth
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Arts University Bournemouth produce more than 2,000 PPE in two weeks
SCHOOLS, colleges and universities have continued to use their resources to help relieve the pressure on the NHS by making and distributing PPE for frontline workers. With the continued national news updates that many keyworkers and care staff
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Martin Lewis: 12 furloughing need-to-knows for employees and small firms
Little more than a month ago, few had heard of the word furlough, now it’s on millions of lips, as it has become a crucial lifeline. This week we see the Coronavirus Job Retention scheme, that allows firms to furlough staff who don’t have or can
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Letter to the Editor: 'The perfect time to fix the potholes'
I FEEL the council is missing out on a golden opportunity, while the roads are so quiet, that they are not taking steps to fill in the pot holes on our most-used roads around the region. The work could be carried out quite safely and would save
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Farms are looking for furloughed staff to pick fruit and veg - here's how to apply
FARMS across the country are looking to take on furloughed workers to pick fruit and vegetables. The UK government has confirmed that workers currently on furlough (temporary leave from work) are able to supplement their income with work on farms
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Life on the inside: 10 household chores to finally complete during lockdown
Right now, we’re struggling to overcome a pandemic, but our hygiene standards are at an all-time high. A diligence for hand washing has spilled over into the household, and for once we’ve got the time to deal with domestic tasks frequently neglected
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Officers attend racially aggravated public order incident in Poole
POLICE officers attended a report of a racially aggravated public order incident in Poole on Thursday night. The incident occurred at approximately 6.30pm at a Makkah Food Store in Ashley Road. A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: “It was
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180 Dorset families not offered place at ANY of their three preferred primary schools
ACROSS Dorset 180 children have been offered a primary school place that was not one of their three preferences. While the overwhelming majority of families in both the BCP Council area (97 per cent) and Dorset Council region (99 per cent) received
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ON THIS DAY: Howe wants Cherries to be motivated by 'heartbreaking end' to Sheffield Wednesday clash
ON THIS DAY – APRIL 18 2015 CHERRIES boss Eddie Howe wants his players to use as a motivation the “heartbreaking end” to their incident-packed 2-2 draw with Sheffield Wednesday. Chris Maguire’s last-gasp penalty saw the Owls snatch a share of
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Picture of the day: A splash of colour
Keirran Nicholson form the Echo Camera Club captured this ladybird enjoying the morning sunshine and dew.
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'It feels incredibly unfair': Care home staff face 250-mile round trip for coronavirus test
THE head of a Dorset care home provider has hit out at “incredibly unfair” government system which means staff face a 250-mile round trip to get tested for coronavirus. This week health secretary Matt Hancock announced a new action plan for social
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Nature fanatics can now watch nature courtesy of wildlife cam campaign
WILDLIFE enthusiasts can still appreciate nature without breaking any of the isolation guidelines by watching live streams of animals from their homes. Bournemouth Parks Foundation are streaming live footage of a Heron’s nest from Hengistbury Head
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Channel 4 is looking for people who have cancelled their wedding because of lockdown
Channel 4 have launched a search for a couple who have cancelled their wedding due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The plan by the broadcaster is to help the pair get married at home for a new TV show. The proposed programme, called ‘Wedding in Lockdown
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Revealed: The places in England where the most social distancing fines have been issued
The top ten places in the UK with the highest number of social distancing fines has been revealed. Despite the measures in place by the government, some people continue to leave their homes unnecessarily, and have subsequently been issued fines
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Hedgehog found crushed in fence is rescued by the RSPCA
A leading animal rescue charity is launching an emergency appeal to keep its teams out on the frontline in Dorset saving animals through the coronavirus crisis. The RSPCA's animal rescuers have been designated key workers by the Government and its
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Police stop two reckless drivers and issue warning to others
DORSET Police No Excuse has issued a warning after receiving reports of a number of cars driving inappropriately. A post on its Facebook page said: “If it goes wrong, this will cause more strain on the NHS – there is no excuse to what we have witnessed
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Brad Smith reveals Eden Hazard had been his toughest opponent
CHERRIES full-back Brad Smith revealed Real Madrid star Eden Hazard had been the toughest player he had come up against throughout his career. The Australia international featured against Hazard for both Liverpool and Cherries, when the latter was
