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Bournemouth town centre incident: what we know so far
A PERSON has been airlifted to hospital following a serious incident in Bournemouth town centre. Emergency services were called to a crash in Exeter Crescent, behind BH2, shortly before 7pm on Friday, March 22. Police officers cordoned off
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As it happened: Air ambulance lands in Lower Gardens after incident near BH2
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LIVE: Kate Middleton having chemotherapy after cancer diagnosis
7:21pm How incredibly brave of you to share. Our thoughts are with you and your family. The whole country
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Cherries dealt big injury blow as Sinisterra suffers hamstring strain
CHERRIES have been dealt a big injury blow with Luis Sinisterra set for a spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring strain. Sinisterra joined Cherries from Leeds United, initially on loan, in September 2023 and made his move permanent in February
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Kinsey goal in vain as development squad lose at Burnley
CHERRIES’ development squad suffered a second defeat on the road in the space of four days, going down 3-1 at Burnley. Max Kinsey’s goal gave the visitors hope after a nightmare start at Turf Moor, only for the Clarets to seal the points in the
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Three arrests made after man viciously attacked in Wimborne
THREE men have been arrested after a man was hospitalised with a broken jaw when a fight broke out in Wimborne. A man in his 40s sustained a broken jaw after a fight erupted in High Street. Three men followed the victim as he walked away from
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'Feeling never changes' - Jones looking forward to returning to Vitality Stadium
CHERRIES vice-captain Abby Jones is looking forward to once again playing at Vitality Stadium as her side prepares to face Keynsham Town Ladies on Sunday (2pm), stating the “feeling never changes”. It will be the 20-year-old’s fifth time gracing
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RSPCA warn owners after kitten shot and killed in 'horrendous' incident
AN OWNER is devastated after her kitten was fatally shot with an air weapon. Aura, a 10-month-old kitten, was shot in the abdomen by the gun in Lytchett Matravers in February. RSPCA officer Jo Blackburn, who is investigating for the animal
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Cuss: Cherries have to raise their game as Keynsham will be up for 'cup final'
CHERRIES women head coach Steve Cuss will tell his players to be wary of a Keynsham side playing “their cup final” when they clash at Vitality Stadium this weekend. For the third time this season Cherries women will play on the hallowed turf of
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‘Very good job’ - Iraola outlines what Hughes will bring to Liverpool
ANDONI Iraola says he is “really happy” to see Richard Hughes hired by Liverpool, believing the Reds’ new sporting director will do “a very good job there”. Hughes will leave his position as technical director of Cherries this summer, after eight
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The childish prank that could land you with a £2,500 fine
People have been warned they could be prosecuted for seemingly harmless ‘friendly banter’, with fines of up to £2,500 or a charge of criminal damage possible. If you spot a car that is particularly grubby, you must resist the urge to run your finger
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Three bridges across three towns reopen after essential maintenance work
A BRIDGE over the River Stour will reopen a day earlier than expected. Work for essential maintenance along Tuckton Bridge, linking Southbourne and Christchurch, ended on Thursday evening. The work, which started on March 18, was originally
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Algerian warship spotted in Poole harbour
AN ALGERIAN warship has been spotted in Poole Harbour. Algerian Warship KBH, Kalaat Beni Hammed, pennant number 472, has been spotted in Poole Harbour collecting British military equipment. It arrived in the area on March 18 and has reportedly
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REVIEW: Awful Auntie, Lighthouse, Poole
THE books of David Walliams are ideal for stage adaptation – easy to follow, crazy characters, mild peril, mad settings and enough fart jokes to keep everyone happy. Here we had Awful Auntie, the comedian’s seventh book and best-selling children
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BSO chief conductor recognised with Honorary OBE by King Charles
THE outgoing chief conductor of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra has been recognised with an Honorary OBE by King Charles. Maestro Kirill Karabits leaves his post at the end of the season after a remarkable fifteen years at the podium. The
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Privately owned group of six New Forest hotels under new management
A GROUP of six privately-owned New Forest hotels is under new management. New Forest Collection, a family owned company which has acquired Burley Manor, Moorhill House, Bartley Lodge, Forest Lodge, Beaulieu Inn and The Drift over the past 40 years
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Adams subbed on and off as USA reach Nations League final
TYLER Adams helped USA reach the CONCACAF Nations League final with a 3-1 victory over Jamaica. The Cherries midfielder, recently back from a hamstring injury, started the match on the bench in Texas. Jamaica, who had Cherries striker Jamal
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Developer says it has not lost appeals and slams 'incorrect and misleading' claims
A DEVELOPER has labelled a councillor's claims it has previously been defeated on planning applications 'incorrect and misleading'. Dudsbury Homes hit back after Alderholt councillor David Tooke, who said a legal expert had beaten the developer
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'Do not eat': Sainsbury's issue recall and warning as Salmonella found
Sainsbury’s has issued a recall and “do not eat” warning after salmonella was found in one of its products. The Sainsbury’s Flaked Almonds have been recalled by the supermarket due to the issue. Affected packets have a best before date of February
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New mermaid tail trail set to transform BCP
AN EXCITING new trail featuring various vibrant mermaid tails in a bid to enhance tourism in Bournemouth has been announced. For eight weeks from April 5, 2025, more than 40 colourful sculptures measuring 1.8 metres tall, will be on display in
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Expert issues pension warning ahead of 'significant change' next month
Pensioners are set to receive more money in their pocket from next month when pensions rise. Experts have highlighted the significant upcoming increase from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in a move that is set to benefit nearly three
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Martin Lewis shares the 'simple' text that 'could slash your mobile bill'
Martin Lewis has urged Brits to send this 'simple' text to help them save on their mobile phone bill. The MoneySavingExpert founder shared some advice with his followers on TikTok during one of his walks. The personal finance pro urged people
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Orchestra to visit Bournemouth presented by Aled Jones
THE Fulltone Orchestra will be coming to Bournemouth presented by Welsh singer and TV presenter Aled Jones. The one night only event will be held at Bournemouth Pavilion on Friday, May 17. Under the direction of conductor Anthony Brown, the
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'Good decision' - Brooks feels vindicated by Saints loan after scoring for Wales
CHERRIES loanee David Brooks is glad that his efforts to secure regular game time has borne fruit for his country after the Welshman scored in a 4-1 win over Finland. Brooks opened scores after three minutes as Wales moved one step closer to qualifying
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The 4 things drivers must do before car tax costs increase in April
Experts have issued warnings to UK drivers ahead of significant increase to car tax charges next month. Vehicle excise duty (VED) on all but the cleanest new and used cars will increase from April 1, with an increase of around 6 per cent expected
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Children’s behaviour ‘exemplary’ at ‘outstanding’ nursery
CHILDREN’S behaviour described as “exemplary” at thriving nursery upgraded to “outstanding” in latest Ofsted. Leaps and Bounds Day Nursery, on Bemister Road in Bournemouth, has been praised by the education watchdog after being upgraded from ‘good
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Things to do on the Isle of Wight this Easter
Easter on the Isle of Wight presents a treasure trove of activities for all ages to enjoy. The island awakens with a burst of spring life, offering a variety of events and attractions against a backdrop of rolling green hills and historic landmarks
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Ground broken on 'gamechanger' new college building
GROUND has been broken on a building that will be a ‘gamechanger’ for education in Bournemouth. The new building at Bournemouth and Poole College’s Lansdowne campus will have ‘amazing facilities’ for a range of courses, the college principal, Phil
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Celebration of speed and style as supercar show heads to Bournemouth
A CELEBRATION of speed, style and supercars is set to come to Bournemouth town centre. The inaugural Coastal Speed and Style Supercar Sunday, supported by Bournemouth Town Centre BID, will see Lamborghinis, Ferraris, McLarens and more come to The
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Wareham girl, 16, named ambulance regional cadet of the year
A WAREHAM girl has been named St John Ambulance’s regional cadet of the year for the south west. Mollie Drakeford, 16, was selected from 35 of the charity’s cadets who had won district competitions to earn their place at the 2024 national final
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British overseas residents can now vote in upcoming general election
BRITISH citizens living abroad can now register to vote in the upcoming general election regardless of how long they’ve been living outside the UK. BCP Council is supporting the Electoral Commission’s campaign to raise awareness of this change
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Arts by the Sea and Bournemouth Beach Lodges scoop double wins
THE Arts by the Sea festival and Bournemouth Beach Lodges have both won gold and silver respectively at the South West Tourism Awards. These annual awards celebrate outstanding businesses in the tourism sector across the region, with the judging
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Tim Peake to bring tour to Poole
BRITISH astronaut Tim Peake is counting down to lift off with his tour which is coming to Poole. The first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station will feature archive material and footage from his time as an astronaut in the
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New gelato farm shop prepares to open its doors
A NEW Forest-based gelato business is preparing to open a new space in Fordingbridge. The Moody Cow has moved into the former premises of the Fordingbridge Farm Shop in Whitsbury Road and will open in the coming weeks. Running out of space
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'Quite mature for his age' - Iraola impressed with Kinsey's training performances
YOUNG defender Max Kinsey came in for praise from Cherries head coach Andoni Iraola, who labelled the centre-half as “quite mature for his age”. A centre-back for Cherries’ development squad, Kinsey has been named in a few matchday squads this
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Work on 110 new 'affordable' homes in Poole to begin this spring
WORK on more than 100 new homes in Poole is set to begin later this spring. The Hillbourne housing development, comprising 110 new sustainable and affordable homes, is expected to be finished in summer 2026. Built up of 40 two-bedroom homes
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WATCH: "Rogue" Jaguar mounts Porsche before smashing into Tesla
FOOTAGE shows the shocking moment a Jaguar mounted a Porsche Boxster before rear-ending a Tesla. The driver Andrew Key, 60, said he was parked up at the drop-off zone at Bournemouth train station when his E-Pace Jag ‘became faulty’. His £47,000
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Used car dealership closes down owing more than £430k
A USED car dealership in Poole has closed down owing more than £430k. Bournemouth and Poole Car Sales reached the end of the road earlier this month after eight years. Around 40 to 50 cars remain parked up at the garage in Ringwood Road,
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Developers behind Poole Quay Hotel go into liquidation
POOLE Quay Hotel’s development faces an uncertain future as the developers have gone into liquidation. The former Thistle Hotel along the quay front unexpectedly but unsurprisingly closed earlier this week after months of speculation. London-based