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'I wouldn't say he cannot play ' - Iraola waiting for update on Kerkez availability
ANDONI Iraola revealed that Cherries will be left to wait over Milos Kerkez’s availability after the defender returned from international duty with a calf issue. The left-back missed out on Hungary’s 2-0 friendly win over Kosovo on Tuesday night
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Game on! Darts fan Alex Scott looking to take next step on and off the oche
DARTS fan Alex Scott says his time at Cherries so far has been a big learning experience, as he looks to nail down a starting spot – whilst also improving on the oche! Exciting midfield talent Scott, 20, joined Cherries from Bristol City last summer
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Cherries send Harry Redknapp Jr on loan to Dorchester Town
DORCHESTER Town have completed the loan signing of Cherries centre-back Harry Redknapp Jr until the end of the 2023/24 campaign. Redknapp Jr is the grandson of iconic manager and former Magpies player Harry, and the son of Mark Redknapp who also
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Tornado warning issued for Dorset
A TORNADO warning has been issued for Dorset today. The warning was issued by the Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) and affects parts of the South, South West and Midlands. It warns of hazards as the region is battered by wind
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With 10 games to go, where can Cherries finish in the Premier League?
CHERRIES are approaching the business end of the season in a healthy spot – but what will the final few months of the 2023/24 bring for Andoni Iraola’s side? With 35 points on the board and a healthy gap to the bottom of the table Cherries are
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Every word Andoni Iraola had to say ahead of Cherries v Everton
CHERRIES boss Andoni Iraola spoke to press ahead of his side's clash with Everton this weekend (Saturday 3pm). Here is every word from the broadcast section of his press conference, which saw topics such as team news, Dominic Solanke, Cherries'
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Iraola: First goal will be key in Cherries' battle with Everton
CHERRIES boss Andoni Iraola has labelled the first goal in his side’s clash with Everton this weekend as “very, very important”. Sean Dyche’s Everton are in town this Saturday (3pm) as Premier League football returns from the final international
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Tributes paid to 9-year-old 'little angel' who died in car crash
TRIBUTES have been paid to a nine-year-old boy who died in a car crash in North Dorset. Emergency services were called to the crash on A354 Salisbury Road at East Woodyates on Monday evening. It involved a Citroen DS9, a Ford Transit and a
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Mudeford Ferry expected to be out of action until summer
THE Mudeford Ferry is not expected to be back in action until June. The ferry, which operates between Mudeford Quay and the beach at Mudeford Sandbank, has been out of action since November last year. It was closed following ‘significant damage
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Aarons back for Cherries' Everton clash but calls to be made over internationals
MAX Aarons will be available for selection for Cherries this weekend when they host Everton according to boss Andoni Iraola. Cherries defender Aarons has been absent with a hamstring issue since January, his second injury of the campaign after
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27 poisonous plants and flowers for cats and dogs you need to look out for
Decorating your house with plants can make it feel more homely but there are some you should avoid buying if you have a cat or dog. Not all plants are safe to be placed in our homes so it’s worth doing some research before you make any purchases
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Millions of Brits could claim £720 in free pension cash with 'little known hacks'
Millions of Brits could be entitled to £720 free pension cash a year with three 'little known hacks'. An ethical finance firm has explained the three ways that people can boost their pension pots in retirement without costing themselves anything
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Woman due in court charged with theft from Co-op store
A WOMAN has been charged with theft after more than 40 cans of Red Bull were allegedly stolen from a Co-op store in Bournemouth. A 34-year-old woman from Bournemouth was charged with theft from a shop and is due to appear at Poole Magistrates’
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Tully was 'eager' to takeover at Poole before the summer despite relegation dogfight
STEVE Tully did not hesitate to become Poole Town manager sooner rather than later, with the former Exeter City player appointed with nine games to go in the Southern League Premier South season. Dolphins are currently 13th in the league table,
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Hillier: Our objective remains the same in title race after draw with Keynsham
SKIPPER Gemma Hillier believes nothing has changed for her side after a slip-up in their title challenge, stating: “Our objective is no different”. Hillier was on the scoresheet at Vitality Stadium as Cherries came from a goal behind on Sunday
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Young Reporter: Through the eyes of a blind person by Harry Chilcott, Thomas Hardye
In the UK, there are around 340,000 people registered as blind or partially sighted. I am one of these people. I lost my sight about 10 years ago and have had limited sight ever since. While many aspects of my day-to-day life are the same as a sighted
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Woman arrested for 'murder' after crash held in custody for extra time
MAGISTRATES have allowed for a woman suspected of murder to be detained for longer. The woman, in her 30s and from Hampshire, was arrested on suspicion of murder after a crash in north Dorset killed a boy aged nine. Emergency services were
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Drivers warned of £5,000 for travelling with dogs in your car
Drivers could face fines of up to £5,000 if they travel with dogs in the car and breach the Highway Code. The code contains a rule that all pet owners should be aware of if they don’t want to be hit financially. The rule states that pets should
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What is Maundy Thursday, how is it celebrated and what is Maundy Money?
Today (March 28) marks the fifth day of Holy Week, known as Maundy Thursday. The day, which occurs before Good Friday, commemorates the Last Supper and will be marked by Queen Camilla at the Royal Maundy Service at Worcester Cathedral in 2024,
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Woman banned from entering all shops in the town centre
A WOMAN has been banned from entering shops across Poole. Lauren Sarah Velkoop, 32 and of Poole, has been handed a criminal behaviour order which bans her from entering any retail premises in Poole town centre. The order, issued by Poole Magistrates
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Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey to visit Poole today
LIBERAL Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey is to visit Poole this afternoon as the general election edges closer. Sir Ed will be at a factory in Fleetsbridge to talk about his party's election campaign. He, other Lib Dems and council leader Vikki
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REVIEW: Simple Minds, BIC, Bournemouth
TUESDAY night at the BIC was a complete sell-out for the return of Scottish Rockers Simple Minds. Jim Kerr and Charlie Burchell, the two original members, have expanded the line-up to a seven piece with Sarah Brown providing a solid backing and
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Drivers warned they could face £1,000 DVLA fine because of their address
Drivers have been warned they may face £1,000 fines because of their address. Experts have warned that a little-known DVLA rule could leave motorists facing a hefty fine this year. Drivers must update their address on their licence, vehicle
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LIVE: Storm Nelson brings strong winds to BCP - updates
5:14pm A tornado warning has been issued for Dorset. Read more here
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Young Reporter Girlhood Lola Shearer Glenmoor Academy
Culture moves constantly like water. Like the river your parents told you to stay away from, in case the current set you too adrift. Yet some choose to dive into the changes, head first into a new perspective. As a tide goes out a new wave forms, a
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Ford: Poole ‘need to hit the ground running’ in ‘unforgiving’ BSN Series
DANNY Ford knows Poole Pirates “need to hit the ground running” if they are to retain their BSN Series title. Pirates get their 2024 campaign underway on Good Friday, welcoming Oxford Cheetahs to Wimborne Road (7.30pm). It is the first of four
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New documentary showcasing rise of Billam-Smith coming to BBC this Easter
THE rise of Bournemouth boxing star Chris Billam-Smith is set to be showcased in the form of a new BBC documentary over the Easter weekend. Billam-Smith recovered from setbacks earlier in his career to reach the pinnacle and become world champion
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Museum to feature new exhibition with more than 60 historical oil paintings
BOURNEMOUTH’S Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum will open a new exhibition this summer. The East Cliff-based museum has teamed up with Liss-Llewellyn Fine Art to bring A Painter in Paris: Albert de Belleroche. It is the first major retrospective
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Town centre store opened last summer recognised with award
A STORE that opened in Bournemouth town centre last summer has been recognised with an award. Fantastic Things, which has now been re-branded as Trove, won the New Business category at the Bournemouth Biz Awards. Their store opened in the Arcade
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Nuffield to fund research on surgeons' health
NUFFIELD Health Bournemouth is supporting research thousands of pounds funding to research in investigating the impact on the wellbeing of surgeons when things go wrong. Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital is supporting research by Bournemouth
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6 pets from RSPCA Dorset who are looking for loving new homes
Several 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 listed
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Keen eyed passengers can spot Easter eggs on heritage railway this weekend
AN EASTER egg hunt will come to a heritage railway for four days this Easter. Keen eyed train passengers on Swanage Railway this bank holiday weekend can spot Easter eggs along the line and at stations. Entry for the hunt is free for anyone
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New wine festival partners with two charities
A NEW wine festival has partnered with two charities. Dorset Wine Festival has announced it has joined forces with MYTIME Young Carers and Julia’s House ahead of the inaugural festival in October. The collaboration, the festival said, aims
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Ambulance service give important advice ahead of Easter holidays
DORSET’S ambulance service is encouraging residents to use the correct healthcare service this Easter bank holiday weekend. South Western Ambulance Service has reminded residents to only dial 999 in a life-threatening emergency. Bank holiday
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‘Continue his learning’ – Iraola’s take on Kerkez transfer speculation
ANDONI Iraola says Milos Kerkez “has to continue his learning process” amid speculation other Premier League clubs are interested in his services. Highly-rated and sought-after Kerkez joined Cherries from AZ Alkmaar last summer, for a reported
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Five-star Bournemouth hotel in need of beefed up gates after 'security issues'
A FIVE-STAR Bournemouth hotel is in need of beefed up gates after “security issues”. The Nici Hotel in West Hill Road, West Cliff, has applied to boost its security with a new automated gate at the exit of its car park. But the hotel said
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Britain’s longest-serving butcher hangs up her cleaver
BRITAIN’S longest-serving butcher will be hanging up her apron and closing the doors for good after more than 60 years. Pat Jenkins, 85, has been serving the Pokesdown community after joining her father’s family business in 1958. Mason’s butchers
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Urgent warning to millions of homes who could overpay on energy bills
More than 10 million homes are being warned to act this weekend, or risk overpaying on their energy bills. Households should send energy meter readings to their supplier this weekend ahead of a change to the Ofgem Energy Price Cap. The average
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Married Poole couple suddenly died on Caribbean holiday
AN INQUEST has opened into the death of a married couple from Poole who suddenly died on a family holiday to the Caribbean. David John and Rosalind Forster were spending time with their daughter and son-in-law in Grenada when they both unexpectedly
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New premises a 'game changer' say Hamworthy arts charity
A HAMWORTHY arts charity has said its new and first premises is a 'game changer'. Art wellbeing charity, The Power House, has acquired its first premises in a former salon and café in Blandford Road and has already begun work to transform the space
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Woman calls 24/7 pet ambulance an 'honour' to provide
A SWANAGE woman has started what is believed to be Purbeck's only 24/7 pet ambulance. Charlotte Erika Walker, 47, has launched the pet ambulance to help pets in need get to the vets quickly. With little help in the area due to the recent closure
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Listed: Church services across conurbation this Easter weekend
CHURCHES across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will be opening their doors to celebrate one of the most significant times in the Christian year this Easter weekend. There promises to be something for everyone who wishes to attend a service
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Firm says its reputation is being damaged due to delivery issues
A CHRISTCHURCH-based pet shop says it has been 'held for ransom' by national delivery service DHL. The independent family-run company Superpet Limited said its reputation is being tarnished and it is losing a loyal customer base due to parcels
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Sandbanks restaurant and bar set to reopen under new ownership
A POPULAR Sandbanks restaurant is reopening under new ownership - just months after shutting its doors for good. Lazy Jacks restaurant and bar will reopen its doors to customers on Friday, March 29, at 10am. The venue in Panorama Road has
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Country pub has new owners as trio joins forces
A TRADITIONAL country pub in Dorset is under new ownership. Surrey-based marquee business owners, Paul Rowbottom 43, and Matt Lockhart, 43, have invested in True Lovers Knot in Tarrant Keyneston, along with a former Olive Branch employee, Jess
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Teen found with imitation handgun at school
A TEENAGER has appeared in court after being found with an imitation firearm and a ‘blade’ at school. The 17-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was found with an imitation Glock handgun and a ‘blade’ at a school in Poole. He appeared