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Coventry boss says Cherries links to Moore are 'absolutely rubbish'
COVENTRY City boss Mark Robins described as “absolutely rubbish” reports linking Cherries with his goalkeeper Simon Moore. The Daily Mail on Friday claimed Scott Parker’s side were weighing up a move for the 32-year-old. Quizzed about the reports
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Wilder says it is 'business as usual' with Tavernier but 'anything can happen'
MIDDLESBROUGH boss Chris Wilder insisted it was “business as usual” with Cherries target Marcus Tavernier in his squad but added: “Anything can happen.” The Daily Echo understands Cherries retain an interest in the 23-year-old midfielder having
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Emergency services attend garage fire as roof collapses
EMERGENCY services are in attendance at a private garage fire in Organford Road in Poole. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue service recieved a call about the fire at 1.37pm. A spokesperson from the fire service said: "We’ve got four pumps
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Dorset Healthcare now has same visiting times across all hospitals
DORSET Healthcare now has the same visiting times across all its hospitals. A spokesperson from Dorset Healthcare said: “The inpatient visiting times for all of our hospitals are now the same. “Visitors are permitted from 2-4pm and 6-8pm, seven
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Legend Fletcher issues emotional message to Cherries fans on special anniversary
STALWART Steve Fletcher issued an emotional message to Cherries’ supporters – 30 years to the day he initially signed for the club. The Cherries icon first arrived on the south coast as a player under Tony Pulis, back in July 1992. He joined
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'It’s clear to see' – Parker admits Cherries are 'ultra-light' at centre-back with change of system
HEAD coach Scott Parker admitted Cherries were “ultra-light” at centre-back, with just two weeks to go until the start of the Premier League campaign. The Cherries boss was speaking after his side’s 1-0 defeat to Bristol City in a friendly at Vitality
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Morebus stops serving a Poole avenue due to 'repeated vandalism'
MOREBUS stopped serving Arne Avenue in Poole last night due to 'repeated vandalism' and 'risk to drivers and passengers'. Yesterday evening it was announced that the 16 and 17 services from Poole to Bournemouth, would not serve Arne Avenue for
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Paddle boarders narrowly avoid collision with commercial ship
DURING a patrol the Swanage Coastguard team spotted four paddle boarders in Shell Bay trying to get back to shore in a strong offshore breeze. With several commercial vessels leaving the harbour the four were drifting back towards the shipping
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Check these 42 surnames - are you due one of Bournemouth's unclaimed estates?
You could be entitled to a fortune through one of these unclaimed estates in Bournemouth. There are currently 42 estates in the town which have passed to the Crown as ‘ownerless property’. This happens when a person dies without leaving a will
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Council chiefs discuss key findings of Ofsted's recent children's services visit
THE council staff working to turnaround BCP Council's children's services have received feedback from Ofsted after the watchdog's first visit since rating the department as inadequate. Inspector Anna Gravelle said council had taken “some important
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Portaloos along Bournemouth seafront are a "health hazard" after busy weekend
CALLS have been made to finally replace the toilets which were devastated at the seafront in March – as the portaloos currently in place are branded a “health hazard”. On Wednesday, March 30 a fire was started in the toilet block at Portman Ravine
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500,000 on minimum wage being underpaid - are you?
The UK minimum wage increased on 1 April - upping incomes for the lowest-paid workers. Yet many who think they’re on the minimum wage are actually being paid LESS than they should – this could be almost half a million people, according to the Low
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Discover London's best-kept secrets for families
Claire Spreadbury and her daughters head to King's Cross in search of fun for all. We all know London makes a brilliant city break for families. You can see the sights, take in a West End show and head to the big museums. But sometimes, it's nice
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‘System steals from the poor to give to the rich’
AFTER starting work as an apprentice at the age of 12 and working right through until I was 70, I am now retired and live on a state pension plus additional benefits I get for delaying retiring until I was 70. At the age of 21 I was forced to serve
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Man receives £767 court bill for not paying £103 train fare
A MAN from New Milton has been handed a bill of more than £750 for travelling on a train without paying the £103.90 fare. Liam Hall, 19 and of Norris Gardens, was alleged to have travelled on the Great Western Railway service at Reading on February
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Man avoids immediate prison sentence after being found guilty of knife offence
A MAN from the New Forest has avoided an immediate prison sentence after being found guilty of having a knife in a public place. Ryan James Wingate, 36, pleaded not guilty to a charge of possessing a knife in Priestlands Road, Pennington, on May
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Best restaurants to eat outside in Bournemouth according to TripAdvisor reviews
WITH temperatures soaring there is nothing quite like enjoying a meal outside but where are the best restaurants with outdoor seating in and around Bournemouth? We've got you covered with a round-up of restaurants serving a range of different foods
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PICTURES: Sandbanks Windfest party photos from the noughties. Were you there?
Through the noughties, the Animal Windfest at Sandbanks was one of the south coast’s biggest action sports festivals attracting at least 10,000 visitors a year. The fun included professional kitesurfing and windsurfing competitions and have-a-go
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“We have failed as a society”: Foodbanks shocked by current poverty crisis
Volunteers at foodbanks in Dorset have hit out saying we have 'failed as a society' as residents face 'shocking' poverty levels. Demand for food assistance is rising at an extraordinary rate, the vital resources reveal as Bournemouth Foodbank reported
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Three shipwrecks found in waters off the Dorset coast
EARLIER this week, it was revealed the remains of a medieval ship and its cargo dating back to the 13th century was uncovered off the Dorset coast. However, it is not the only shipwreck off Dorset. Here we look at other wrecks that have been
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Gardening: how to grow your own... even if you're short of space
From leafy greens to chillies, anyone can grow their own produce. You might think you need a vast backyard and a green thumb to grow your own veg and herbs at home, but Kate Humble couldn't disagree more. "Even if you've just got a windowsill
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Baby name ideas: The 50 most unique names for boys and girls in 2022
Picking out a baby name can be a very tough decision for new parents, with so many unique ones to potentially pick from. In most cases, parents aim for something that is fairly common, but some make the decision to pick a name that stands out a
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People in certain jobs can get huge discounts on family days out this summer
Blue Light Card has revealed its summer discounts and among the deals are plenty of days out for all the family to enjoy, including West Midlands attractions. So if you’re a Blue Light Card member and looking to fill the diary with some fun plans
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Top 5 places to get dessert in Bournemouth according to Tripadvisor reviews
When you’re looking for a bite to eat during summer, dropping in for a dessert can be just the ticket. From an Eton mess to a cheeky ice cream sundae, skip the main course and head straight for what hits the sweet spot. So, we turned to Tripadvisor
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What we've heard in the murder trial of Edward Reeve
TWO teenagers have been in the dock accused of murdering 35-year-old musician Edward Reeve at his home in Walkford on New Year’s Eve 2021. Over the last three weeks, jurors at Winchester Crown Court have heard evidence from the prosecution and