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'I will take one of those!' - Iraola to encourage Adams' longshots after wondergoal
CHERRIES boss Andoni Iraola is more than happy to give Tyler Adams licence to try his luck from range after the midfielder’s screamer on international duty. USMNT captain Adams rifled home from around 30 yards as the USA defeated Mexico 2-0 in
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Former Cherries youngster makes his first professional appearance in over three years
CHERRIES academy graduate Nnamdi Ofoborh made his return to professional football this weekend, making his debut for Swindon Town. Announced as a Swindon player prior to kick-off, Ofoborh came off the bench to see out the final five minutes of
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Police hunting for driver after stolen vehicle crashes with car in Poole
THE DRIVER of a stolen vehicle fled the scene of a crash after police were called to a two-vehicle collision in Poole. Officers were called to Rosemary Road at 4.50pm on Thursday, March 28 after receiving reports of the crash. The occupants
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Poole earn a point from stalemate at home to Totton
POOLE Town stopped the rot with a hard-fought draw at home to play-off chasing AFC Totton. The 0-0 stalemate was heavily impacted by the conditions, the game passing a late pitch inspection. With Dolphins sliding down the Southern Premier League
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Lorry driver in court after woman hit by slabs from back of lorry
A LORRY driver has made his first crown court appearance after a woman suffered life-changing injuries when items fell off the back of a lorry. Slawomir Kotlowski appeared at Southampton Crown Court on March 28 accused of causing serious injury
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Missing 15-year-old boy could be in Bournemouth
A MISSING 15-year-old boy from Staines-upon-Thames could be in Bournemouth. Yusuf was last seen in Staines-upon-Thames at around 1pm on March 14. He is described as black, around 6ft1 tall, of medium build, with short black hair and brown eyes
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Unmarked police cars search for man threatening violence
UNMARKED police cars were spotted searching an address after reports of a man threatening violence over the phone. Dorset Police received the report at 12.38pm on Friday, March 29 and it was believed the man was at a property in Wharncliffe Road
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'We are competitive by nature' - Cherries aiming to finish as high as possible
CHERRIES boss Andoni Iraola believes there is still “a lot to play for” as his side approach the final 10 games of the Premier League season. Iraola’s charges return to action tomorrow afternoon when they host Everton at Vitality Stadium (3pm).
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Why do people eat fish on Good Friday? Everything you need to know
Over the course of the Easter weekend, people all across the globe will be marking the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The celebration is kicked off by Palm Sunday and continues over the course of the Holy Week before ending on Easter
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'I'm alone!' - Iraola using quiet Easter to plan for bumper week for Cherries
THERE will be no chocolate eggs in the Iraola household this Easter as Cherries head coach Andoni attempts to hatch a plan to take maximum points from a busy week. Cherries return to action from the international break tomorrow afternoon (3pm)
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Huge flames and black smoke surround car on roundabout
HUGE flames and black smoke surrounded a car on fire as emergency services were called to tackle the blaze. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to Poole Lane roundabout in West Howe at 6.28pm on March 28. Firefighters found
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'He's going to need a bit of time' - Dyche rules Danjuma out of Cherries reunion
FORMER Cherry Arnaut Danjuma will miss out on a return to Vitality Stadium as the Everton attacker is still out injured. Cherries welcome Everton to the south coast tomorrow (3pm) as Premier League football returns from the international break.
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Ed Davey: "Liberal Democrats could take majority control of Dorset"
THE leader of the Liberal Democrats has said the party 'could take majority control of Dorset.' Sir Ed Davey visited Poole to talk to businesses and residents as uncertainty over when the general election will be held continues. Accompanied
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Warning issued to New Forest visitors ahead of Easter bank holiday weekend
Visitors to the New Forest this Easter bank holiday weekend are being warned not to touch or feed the area's free-roaming ponies and donkeys. Such actions became a fineable offence last year after a slew of public injuries and several animals died
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Theatre community room to be given £100k refurbishment
A DORSET theatre will have a significant refurbishment of its beloved community room. The Mowlem Theatre in Swanage has announced it has been given more than £100,000 to update the decor, refurbish the kitchen, buy new furniture and improve tech
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Popular music festival to return this summer over four days
A POPULAR reggae festival will return to the Jurassic Coast this summer. Johnny Clarke, General Levy, Mad Professor and Zion Train are all set to perform live on the main stage at this year's Wilkswood Reggae Festival in Langton Matravers.
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Roman artefacts found during groundwork at new 198-home development
ROMAN artefacts have been found during the first stages of a housing development. The discoveries were made when Cala Homes was carrying out initial groundwork for 198 homes on land north of Station Road in Fordingbridge. Despite finding evidence
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How British are you? Prove you could pass the Citizenship test with our quiz
We're the "country of Shakespeare, Churchill, The Beatles, Sean Connery, Harry Potter, David Beckham’s right foot, David Beckham’s left foot, come to that" but how well do you really know the UK? Those born here may feel pretty confident that they
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Captain Cook looking forward to 'new adventure' of skippering Pirates
NEW POOLE Pirate skipper Ben Cook is looking forward to the “new adventure” the captaincy will bring. After the departure of Steve Worrall at the end of last season, it was announced that Aussie rider Cook will don the captain’s armband for Pirates
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Splash park's future secure - but others still in doubt
ANOTHER paddling pool has been confirmed to reopen this summer after months of speculation. All of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s four splash parks were at risk of closing after BCP Council cut off any funding for them. Since then,
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Tories are 'too weak to take on Wessex Water'
TORIES are “too weak to take on Wessex Water”, Labour’s shadow environment secretary has said. Labour is urging the government to immediately ban bonuses for water bosses as sewage spills rise to record highs. The party's shadow environment
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Three displays confirmed at this year's Bournemouth Air Festival
THREE more fan favourites have been announced for this year’s Bournemouth Air Festival. The Royal Air Force’s Eurofighter Typhoon, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, featuring the iconic Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane, and the RAF Tutor
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Mayor unveils Easter fayre in Christchurch
THE MAYOR of Christchurch unveiled an Easter fayre at a school, with cakes and creations made by students. The Stable School, in Dudmoor Farm Road, hosted a seasonal fayre which was opened by a special guest. Mayor of Christchurch, councillor
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Faeces and rotting food left in donations outside charity shop
CHARITY shop workers are faced with faeces and rotting food as they battle constant fly-tipping ‘donations’ outside their store. Mary Ansell-Carter, general manager of Age Concern Christchurch, said the daily issue is “demoralising” for staff.
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'We have to make the road safe once and for all'
RESIDENTS have packed out a parish council meeting to voice their concerns over an ‘unsafe’ and ‘dangerous’ road in Dorset. Dozens of people attended the St Leonard’s and St Ives Parish Council meeting on Wednesday evening to call for change at
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Closure order issued for property followed 'serious nuisance and disorder'
A PARTIAL closure order issued for a property in Bournemouth followed “serious nuisance and disorder”, according to the authorities. The order for Chapmans Hotel at 64 - 66 Frances Road means no one other than residents, staff, or support agencies
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Inquest opens into death of 9-year-old boy in car crash
THE inquest has opened into the death of a nine-year-old boy in North Dorset. Zachary Spencer Roe, known as Zac, died in a car crash on the A354 on the evening of Monday, March 25. Area coroner for Dorset, Rachael Griffin, opened the inquest
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Endangered bird of prey 'have a good chance of taking off' on the south coast
THE FIRST breeding pair of Ospreys on England’s south coast have returned to their nesting site in Poole Harbour. Male Osprey 022 arrived in Poole Harbour on Monday, March 25, exactly 365 days after returning last year following his migration to
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In The Dock: Fraudulent spendings and offensive weapons
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: ALICE BRINKLOW, 20 and of Ripon Road in Bournemouth, admitted drink driving in Ripon Road in Bournemouth on February 15. She was disqualified from driving for 20 months. She was also fined
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23-year-old club doorman dies in Bournemouth
THE inquest has opened into the death of a 23-year-old nightclub doorman who died in hospital. Benfield Kabila Philip Griffiths, known as Kabila, died at Royal Bournemouth Hospital on Saturday, March 16. Area coroner for Dorset, Rachael Griffin
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Young Reporter: The Lantern Trust by Clare Treacy Thomas Hardye
At least 2,893 people were estimated to be sleeping rough in a single night in England in June 2023. This is a rise of 446 people since March 2023. Yet these figures don’t include statuary homelessness or those living in temporary accommodation. Nationally