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'No doubts' - Iraola states Smith is ready to play 'right away' in Aarons' absence
CHERRIES boss Andoni Iraola has “no doubts” that Adam Smith is ready to step back into the first team “straight away” following injury to Max Aarons. Aarons will be out for “some time” after suffering a hamstring injury in Cherries’ 2-0 win over
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Police called to school after men threaten staff
POLICE were called to school after two men seen fighting outside and making threats towards staff. Officers received reports of two confrontational men outside St Aldhelm’s Academy in Herbert Avenue at 8.30am on Thursday, November 23. Dorset
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Magistrate appears in the dock after being caught breaking planning rules
A MAGISTRATE has been hit with a £93,000 court bill after pleading guilty to breaching two planning notices. Ian Kendall, of Burley Road, attended Southampton Crown Court for sentencing and the making of a confiscation order under the Proceeds
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Solanke deserves all the plaudits coming his way says boss Iraola
CHERRIES talisman Dominic Solanke deserves all the plaudits coming his way according to his head coach Andoni Iraola, who believes the striker is “really happy” amidst transfer speculation. Solanke has already matched his best tally for goals in
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Iraola: Timing of Everton's point deduction is strange
CHERRIES boss Andoni Iraola refrained from sharing his opinion on Everton’s points deduction, citing a lack of knowledge, but questioned the timing of the decision as “strange”. During the international break Everton were instantly deduced 10 points
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Cherries defender Aarons sidelined with hamstring injury suffered against Newcastle
CHERRIES boss Andoni Iraola has confirmed that Max Aarons is set to be sidelined for an undefined length of time with a hamstring injury sustained against Newcastle United. Summer signing Aarons was forced off in Cherries’ 2-0 victory over the
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Popular bakery chain to open its first ever Dorset store next month
A POPULAR bakery chain with more than 100 stores across the UK is opening its first shop in Dorset next month. Wenzel’s The Bakers will unveil its new shop at The Dolphin Poole in the middle of December. Karl Spinks, general manager at Wenzel
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Man jailed for burglary and false imprisonment of a child
A New Milton man has been jailed for 16 months for false imprisonment and burglary. Joshua Jeremy Hill, 22, of Holly Lane, was sentenced to eight months’ imprisonment at Southampton Crown Court on Monday, November 20. On Monday, May 1, Hill
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Lidl will shut 960 stores for three days over Christmas period
Lidl has announced it will close all of its almost 1,000 UK branches for three days over Christmas this year. The budget supermarket has revealed its Christmas opening days, with all stores closing December 25. Lidl shops across the UK will
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RECAP: Three arrested on suspicion of arson after fire rips through house
12:54pm South Western Ambulance Service confirmed that two double-crewed land ambulances were sent to Capstone Place,
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Expert reveals dangers of drying wet clothes on radiators at home
When the cold and wet weather arrives, drying your washing outside can be almost impossible so you might find yourself resorting to drying it indoors. As a result, you might try putting your clothes on a radiator to dry instead but experts have
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Chance to win solid gold Celebrations Bounty bar worth £25,000: Here's how
Bounty bars may often be seen as the 'worst' chocolate in the Celebrations tub, but even its most ardent haters would probably like to get their hands on a solid gold one. Celebrations are launching a competition ahead of Christmas where people
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Royal Mint 50p coin worth £6,000 set to go under the hammer
A Royal Mint 50p coin, valued at between £5,000 and £6,000, is set to go under the hammer at auction. The gold proof Kew Gardens 50p is one of a number of sought-after coins being sold by the Royal Mint. As well as the 50p, collectors will
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You can earn a free carvery at a pub chain but only if you eat this unusual dish
Some people may be able to cope with some strange food combinations, and one pub chain is offering patrons a free carvery if they manage to eat an unusual concoction. Customers are challenged to eat a limited-edition Carvery Sundae at Greene King
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REVIEW: The Woman In Black, Lighthouse, Poole
Conveying chills in a theatre is jolly hard work. The tendency is inevitably towards going too far and tumbling into comedy, but this production of The Woman In Black manages it beautifully. Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt from Susan Hill’s novel
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Cardiff City boss Bulut great admirer of Moore and admits summer attempts to sign him
CARDIFF City manager Erol Bulut admitted that he attempted to lure Cherries striker Kieffer Moore back to the Welsh capital this summer. Throughout pre-season and until the closure of the summer transfer window, Moore was heavily linked to a return
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Fire breaks out at house and spreads to neighbouring property
A FIRE has broken out at a house and spread to another property in Bournemouth this morning. Firefighters are currently tackling the fire in Capstone Place in Springbourne. It involves the first floor of the property and has also spread to
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CCTV: Woman seriously injured in e-scooter hit and run crash
A WOMAN was left seriously injured in a hit and run crash involving an e-scooter in Bournemouth town centre. The woman in her 20s sustained a serious spine injury that has required ongoing medical treatment following the incident. Police said
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Thief stole sentimental jewellery from woman’s handbag in Bournemouth town centre
A THIEF stole a woman’s purse and sentimental jewellery from her handbag in Bournemouth town centre. A gold herringbone necklace was stolen alongside a St Christopher pendant and a broken gold chain. The female victim has been left distressed
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£5,000 reward offer as New Forest sees 'massive' rise in hit-and-run animal accidents
Animal welfare campaigners in the New Forest have hit out at a "massive" increase in hit-and-run accidents. Members of New Forest Roads Awareness (NFRA), which works closely with the police, have condemned drivers who leave badly injured animals
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These 8 festive dupes could save you hundreds this Christmas from toys to booze
Christmas is expensive which means finding dupes for your favourite products can go a long way. From toys under the tree to chocolate in stockings, the price of festive treats can really stack up - especially when you're shopping for an entire
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Bournemouth restaurant named among OpenTable's UK Top 100 list for 2023
A Bournemouth restaurant has been named among OpenTable's Top 100 UK restaurants list for 2023. Art Sushi on Poole Road in Westbourne has been included on the list, and was also the only representative from Dorset. Discussing the list OpenTable
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Motorcyclist seriously injured after crash with car in Poole
A MOTORCYCLIST was taken to hospital with serious injuries following a crash with a car in Wallisdown. The driver of the car was left uninjured after the incident in Wallisdown Road at the junction of Canford Avenue. Police were called to
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More lone asylum-seeking children cared for in Dorset
More lone asylum-seeking children were being cared for by the council in Dorset this year, new figures show. Action for Children said the figures are depressing, adding they show an "overstretched and underfunded" care system that is letting down
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Jeremy Hunt hints at further tax cuts after National Insurance rate change
Further tax cuts could be on the way after the Chancellor said it is “going to take time” to reduce the overall tax burden. Jeremy Hunt used the autumn statement on Wednesday to announce a national insurance cut worth £10 billion. Yet despite
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Concern over Asda booze licence at A31 site - but objectors don't turn up to meeting
NONE of the objectors to a proposal to sell alcohol from the Red Post Asda site off the A31 at Winterborne Zelston turned up to make their case at a licensing committee hearing in Dorchester. Panel members heard that some residents and the parish
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Energy bills set to increase by £94 for millions in January
Energy bills will increase by £94 for millions of households across the UK from January, it has been announced. Energy regulator Ofgem revealed their new price cap, which will come into force on January 1, and it shows that bills for the average
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Rugby club presented with oil painting to recognise role in helping women's game
ELLINGHAM & Ringwood Rugby Club have been presented with an oil painting in recognition of their pioneering role in developing women’s and girls’ rugby. Terry Burwell, the Hampshire representative on the RFU Council, presented the artwork depicting
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REVIEW: I went to Bournemouth Christmas Market and the stalls did not disappoint
AS CHRISTMAS lights shine across Bournemouth I went down to the market to try the food and drink stalls for myself. Christmas Tree Wonderland and Bournemouth Christmas Market are annual favourites of residents and tourists, with more than 40 traders
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Man dies of smoke inhalation after flat fire breaks out
AN INQUEST has opened into the death of a 41-year-old man who died after being rescued from a flat fire in Poole. Ricky John Hawkins was found unresponsive after being pulled from a fire in his first floor flat in the early hours of Sunday, September
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Developer slams 'ridiculous' decisions after drive-through plans objection
A DEVELOPER says he ‘cannot get his head around’ council decisions after a setback in his plans for a new drive-through in Christchurch. Richard Carr’s company Fortitudo has requested outline planning permission for a drive-through restaurant off
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College improving in most areas after negative Ofsted inspection
A SPECIALIST college for people with autism has made ‘reasonable progress’ in three out of four areas after Ofsted inspectors said it ‘requires improvement’. Cambian Wing College, on Richmond Park Road in Bournemouth, provides full-time study for
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Luis Sinisterra’s chance is coming after a slow start at Cherries
ROLL the clock back three weeks and many Cherries fans were still wondering why the club swapped Jaidon Anthony with Luis Sinisterra on transfer deadline day. Highly sought-after across Europe following a standout season with Feyenoord, alongside
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5 pets from RSPCA Dorset who are looking for their forever homes
A number of pets in Dorset are looking for their forever homes, including at the Ashley Heath Animal Centre. Located on the border with Hampshire, the centre offers care for its animals in rural surroundings. A few animals from the centre are
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Man accused of murder says he 'does not remember' stabbing woman
A MAN accused of murdering a woman claimed he was “completely out of control” and does not remember stabbing her. Alberto Fioletti, 31, said he only realised Stephanie Hodgkinson had been fatally injured after seeing her “lying on the floor” and
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These are the places in Dorset where dogs must be kept on a lead
DOGS must be kept on leads on some beaches and open areas in the Dorset Council area, senior councillors have decided. A dog-related public spaces protection order (PSPO) across parts of the county has been confirmed. The council insists
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More than £100,000 granted to groups helping families stay warm and fed
GRANTS of more than £100,000 have been awarded to groups and charities helping families stay warm and fed over the winter. The money, totalling £102,000, comes through the Dorset Community Foundation’s BCP Food and Energy Support Fund, in partnership
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Work begins on redevelopment of Bournemouth secondary school
WORK has begun on the full redevelopment of a secondary school in Bournemouth. A ground breaking ceremony was held at the Oak Academy on Duck Lane to begin construction at the school. As reported, the school has received significant investment
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Clean up operation after Poole Harbour oil spill in final stages
THE clean-up operation in Poole Harbour is reaching its final stage following an oil spill earlier this year. The Environment Agency is continuing its investigation into what went wrong after 200 barrels worth of reservoir fluid was released into
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Businesses expressing interest in funding next year's air festival
BUSINESSES have come forward offering to partially fund the Bournemouth Air Festival next year. Several unnamed businesses and organisations have been in discussions with BCP Council to contribute to the popular show. As reported, the event
