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Met Office weather forecast: Exact time heatwave will peak in Bournemouth today
While Bournemouth isn’t covered by the red weather warning affecting central parts of the UK today, it’s still going to be a scorcher. A Met Office amber alert remains in place for the region, stating the extreme weather conditions could lead to
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Two hour delays out of Bournemouth and on A31
MOTORISTS are reportedly facing two hour delays as people head out from Bournemouth this evening. Dorset Council's traffic updates service, Travel Dorset, is reporting the "severe" delays on the A338 northbound out of Bournemouth and on the A31
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Former Cherries boss Bradbury believes Parker has 'done unbelievable' by returning club to the Premier League
FORMER Cherries boss Lee Bradbury says it was “unbelievable” for the club to bounce back into the Premier League at the second time of asking. Over a decade has now passed since Bradbury made his first steps into management with Cherries, with
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"Dangerous": Buses 'getting stuck' due to illegal parking in Bournemouth road
MOREBUS has warned illegal parking in an area of Bournemouth is becoming a “dangerous” situation this afternoon. The bus operator said cars are double parked and also parked on the pavement in East Overcliff Drive and as a result, it is causing
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'It didn't just seem like a meaningless friendly' - Killick pleased with 'physical' Weymouth battle
DOLPHINS manager Tom Killick was pleased that his side’s friendly win over Weymouth was played with “enough edge”. Summer signing Toby Holmes produced a first-half strike that proved the difference in a 1-0 win at the BlackGold Stadium, as Southern
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Dorset facing 'hottest day on record' tomorrow amid heatwave
DORSET is set to see its ‘hottest day on record’ on Monday. Bournemouth-based weather enthusiast Dorset Sun said temperatures could reach as high as 38C in some parts of the county. Posting on Twitter on Sunday afternoon, the forecaster said
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Cherries table bid for Middlesbrough midfielder Marcus Tavernier
CHERRIES have made a bid for Middlesbrough midfielder Marcus Tavernier, the Daily Echo understands. The club are now waiting to hear back from the Teesside outfit. The 23-year-old has been linked with the club for much of the summer, with a
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Lanes reopen on A31 after minibus and car involved in crash
A CAR and a minibus were involved in a crash on the A31 in the New Forest on Sunday morning. One lane was closed on the southbound carriageway between the M27 and the A338 at Ringwood. Two and a half mile queues were reported with delays of
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Bomb disposal team called to report of 'unexploded device' on heath
THE bomb disposal team was called after a possible explosive device was discovered in Purbeck over the weekend. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team attended the area of Godlingston Heath in Studland on Saturday afternoon along with police
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Top tips for looking after babies and pets as extreme heat weather warning hits
Health experts have shared advice on how to cope as the Met Office warns lives could be at risk during expected record-breaking hot weather. Temperatures are expected to exceed 37C in parts of the UK, with the Met Office warning of “a very serious
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Extra measures in place for ambulances during extreme heat
Extra measures are being put in place for ambulance services as an extreme heat warning comes into force, the health secretary has confirmed. Steve Barclay said additional contingency support, such as more call handlers and extra working hours
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Wimborne victorious away at Dorchester thanks to Bartlett brace
WIMBORNE Town recorded a 3-2 win over their Dorset namesakes on Saturday, with James Stokoe’s Magpies beating their counterparts from Dorchester. Wimborne were without summer signings Jordan Rose and Harry Baker, whilst Harry Morgan was also absent
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RECAP: Weather, traffic and travel updates for BCP and Dorset
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RSPCA was called to 18 snake-related incidents in Dorset last year
The RSPCA is issuing a public warning after being called out to 18 snake-related incidents in Dorset last year. Last year, the RSPCA received 1,219 reports about pet snakes in need of help, with numbers of calls reaching a height of around 180
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Frequent flyers call for hourly airport bus service - but bosses 'need cash'
CALLS have been made to improve public transport connections between Bournemouth Airport and the town centre – with as few as two services a day often provided. Frequent fliers from the airport at Hurn say the lack of routine bus links to and from
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When and where you can see fireworks in Bournemouth and Poole this summer
FIREWORKS are set to light up the night skies across Bournemouth and Poole this summer. The popular weekly events return to the seafront, and here is exactly when and where you can see the fireworks. READ MORE: Bournemouth beach bar closure
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5 best tattoo parlours in Bournemouth according to Google reviews
Summer means more flesh being flashed and with it comes tattoo envy. During the warmer months, there’s more skin on show and an increased opportunity to see how people have chosen to get inked. If you’ve decided on your first tattoo or want
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How to look after your houseplants when you're away on holiday
Summer holidays can be a problem for people who want their houseplants to survive in their absence - but there are many things you can do to help them stay healthy while you're away. Here, experts offer tips as to which are the more needy houseplants
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Experience the Milky Way from the Maldives on a new astro retreat
Starting from spring 2023, Milaidhoo island will be offering a number of astronomy retreats, says Jemma Crew. When looking down from above and afar, the hundreds of islands that make up the Maldives loosely resemble an inverted night sky. Countless
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One in five buildings across BCP don't have access to high-speed internet
ONE in five buildings in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole cannot access high-speed internet, new figures reveal. Figures from Ofcom reveal some properties across the conurbation cannot access fast internet speeds, at 300mb/second. High-speed
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Rebuild of seafront refreshment cabin will have "acceptable" impacts on the area
PLANS have been approved to rebuild a popular refreshment cabin on the seafront. BCP Council have granted an application to replace the Coffee Cabin on Avon Beach following reports of it being “in a state of disrepair.” It is hoped that the
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Sculpture unveiled in Bournemouth celebrating the life of Rolls-Royce co-founder
A NEW sculpture was unveiled in Bournemouth on Tuesday celebrating the life of Rolls-Royce co-founder Charles Rolls. The aviation pioneer was killed in an air accident in 1910 in Hengistbury Airfield in Southbourne, when the tail of his Wright
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Number of GPs in Dorset has fallen amid warnings of crippling doctor shortage
THE number of GPs in Dorset has fallen since the pandemic, figures show, amid warnings the NHS is facing a crippling shortage of doctors. NHS England figures show there were the equivalent of 484 full-time GPs in the NHS Dorset CCG area at the
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Caravan homes bid for Ukrainian refugees met with objections
Up to 40 caravan homes could be provided for Ukraine refugees on the western outskirts of Blandford Forum. Town councillors say they fear the proposed development, at Deer Park Farm, adjoining the sports field at The Blandford School, could ultimately
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IN PICTURES: Crowds flock to beaches in BCP to enjoy hot weather
THOUSANDS of people flocked to the Dorset coast to enjoy the sunny weather on Saturday. Clear blue skies and wall to wall sunshine made for perfect conditions for beachgoers. Many enjoyed a dip in the sea and tucked into ice creams in a bid
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'A terrible tragedy' - What we know so far on New Forest fatal fire
EMERGENCY services were called out to a fatal fire in the New Forest on Saturday. The blaze broke out at around 3.30am at a property in Esdaile Lane, Burley. When firefighters arrived at the scene, a body was found. Below is what we know
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Travellers encampment of reported 11 living units set up in country park
AN UNAUTHORISED encampment has been set up in the grounds at Upton Country Park by travellers. BCP Council says it is aware of a reported 11 living units and associated vehicles at the country park and that is it liaising with Dorset Police on
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Body found at scene of serious house fire in the New Forest
EMERGENCY services attending a serious house fire in the New Forest have found a body. Police and fire crews were called out to tackle the blaze at a property in Esdaile Lane, Burley in the early hours of Saturday. When they arrived, firefighters
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What Lidl has said about a ‘six items max’ limit in their food stores
LIDL has clarified its policy on bulk buying after a Bournemouth customer said he was told he could no longer buy more than six bottles of cola in one visit to the store. The supermarket chain said while it does not cap purchases at six items in
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Wildlife Trust reveals which snakes live in the UK
The Wildlife Trust has revealed which snakes live in the UK. The charity has published a list of guidelines about the type of snakes and slow-worms we could expect to find. A spokesperson said: "In the UK we have three species of snake – grass
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Man travels 486 miles across Europe for an unusual Lego based challenge
A LEGO enthusiast travelled to Lego stores in Germany, Belgium, France, and Kent - in one day. Iain Grant, 51, from New Milton took a trip around Europe travelling 486 miles in one day to visit four different Lego stores, buying an item from each
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It's back! Bumper family fun day to return later this month
THERE will be something for all ages when Littledown Family Fun Day returns later this month. The event will take place between 11am and 4pm at Littledown Park on Sunday, July 31. It will feature a new ‘inflatable zone’ with Zorb circuit,