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Pirates pipped at the death in thrilling meeting against Oxford
POOLE Pirates were involved in another thrilling final-heat decider, but this time came out on the wrong side as they were pipped 45-44 by Oxford Cheetahs. As was the case at Berwick last time out, Poole got off to a slow start, trailing by eight
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A look back at previous Micky Cave/Daily Echo Cherries' player of the year winners
VOTING to decide the recipient of this year’s Micky Cave/Daily Echo AFC Bournemouth player of the year is well under way – but which Cherries heroes have previously won the award? First awarded at the end of the 1986/87 season, the Micky Cave trophy
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Man stabbed shop customer in daylight attack before fleeing on bike
A MAN stabbed a shop customer in the back in an unprovoked attack during broad daylight, just one day after attacking another. Courtney Wheeler attacked two men in two days in a ‘spate of shocking violence’ outside a bargain convenience store in
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Taxi driver assaulted by two men in Poole
A TAXI driver was reportedly assaulted by two men in Poole. Police investigating the assault are issuing an image of two men they would like to identify. At around 2.15am on Saturday, March 16, 2024, a taxi driver dropped off two men in Seldown
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Next of kin appeal for Bournemouth man who died
THE Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public to find the next of kin of a man who died in Bournemouth. Simon Guy Read, who was 61 years old, died at his home address in Hamilton Road on Tuesday May 7. His death is not being
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New traveller site set up in Wimborne
A TRAVELLER site has been set up in Wimborne. The unauthorised encampment arrived near Canford Park SANG on Wednesday, May 8. Dorset Police and BCP Council have been made aware of the site. A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: “Dorset
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‘Stayed with me’ - Howe felt he ‘let everybody down’ with Cherries relegation
EDDIE Howe has labelled suffering relegation with Cherries as the lowest point of his managerial career, explaining: “I felt like I’d let everybody down.” After a monumental rise up from League Two, legendary boss Howe kept Cherries in the Premier
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Advice issued on interacting with seals on Dorset beaches
Wildlife experts have issued advice on how to interact with seals on Dorset's beaches. The Dorset Wildlife Trust has posted information and advice on how members of the public should treat seals they come across whilst out along Dorset's coastline
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Mystery as crashed Range Rover left in Poole Park
A CRASHED Range Rover has been left in Poole Park. A silver 2014 Range Rover has appeared with significant damage to its front right bumper. First noticed yesterday, the car has captured the interest of several people who have been left confused
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Leisure centre temporarily closed for water works
A LEISURE centre will be temporarily closed for works. The Littledown Centre, including its café, bar and outdoor sports facilities, will be temporarily closed from 1pm on Wednesday, May 8. The centre is shutting to carry out repairs to a damaged
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Iraola insists Solanke is ‘very happy’ at Cherries as he discusses striker’s future
ANDONI Iraola insists Dominic Solanke is “very happy” at Cherries, as he fielded questions around the striker’s future. Speculation has been rife in recent months that Solanke could depart Cherries for a club towards the top end of the Premier
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Man arrested on suspicion of sexual assault at Bournemouth Triangle club
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault at a bar in Bournemouth. It was reported that at around 1.30am on Sunday, May 5, 2024, a man grabbed a woman inappropriately around the waist and lifted her skirt in DYMK Club in The Triangle
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Martin Lewis reveals how Tesco shoppers can claim an extra £100 of rewards
Tesco shoppers can earn extra rewards worth up to £100 when Tesco’s Clubcard Challenges launches later this month. Three million Clubcard customers will be invited to take part in the new Tesco campaign. Those who accept will be given 20 challenges
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Royal Mail customers can now drop off parcels at convenience stores
Royal Mail customers can now drop off parcels in convenience stores across the UK using the Collect+ network, the postal service has announced. More than 700 locations are now operational in shops including Londis and independent newsagents.
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Can my neighbour cut my tree? Find out when they need permission from you
Particularly in the warmer months of the year, it’s all hands on deck when it comes to tidying up the garden. Whether you’re spending hours pulling out rubbish from bushes or digging up dead plants ready for new ones, the gardening jobs list can
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Police seize puppies and arrest Ringwood man for dangerous dog offences
POLICE have seized several puppies suspected to be a banned breed and arrested a man for dangerous dog offences in Ringwood. A 42-year-old man has been arrested by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary for dangerous dog offences with nine puppies
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AstraZeneca withdraws Covid-19 vaccine worldwide due to surplus of other vaccines
AstraZeneca (AZN.L) said on Tuesday (May 7) it had initiated the worldwide withdrawal of its COVID-19 vaccine. It said this was largely due to a "surplus of available updated vaccines" since the pandemic. The firm's application to withdraw the
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Ricky Gervais announces show in Christchurch
ONE of the world’s most famous comedians is bringing his new material to Christchurch. Ricky Gervais is set to perform at the Regent in Christchurch on Monday, May 13, and Tuesday, May 14. The comedian will take to the stage with a selection
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Woman assaulted after asking man to stop publicly urinating
A WOMAN was assaulted outside a Bournemouth bar after asking a man to stop publicly urinating on a wall. Dorset Police are investigating after a woman in her 20s was assaulted by a man she had asked to stop urinating on a wall outside Sixty Million
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Murder trial: "There was so much blood. I was fighting for my life."
3:20pm The jury is being sent home for the day and has been asked to return at 12pm tomorrow.
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Temperatures to hit 25C this weekend as warm weather arrives
The UK is set to enjoy the warmest weather of the year so far after a bleak bank holiday, as temperatures are expected to hit highs of 25C this weekend. Forecasters predict temperatures will continue to rise in England and Wales this week, with
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Popular Boscombe theatre announces it will close in June
A POPULAR Boscombe theatre has announced 'with heavy hearts' that it will draw its curtains for the final time. The Black Cherry Theatre and Comedy Club has announced it will shut its doors this June as a fixed venue. Opened in October 2021
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'Palestine protest's disruption of BCP meeting was a step too far'
Some councillors are described as intimidated during the pro-Palestine protest at the recent Council meeting. (Safety concerns are “false”, 06/05/24). How people feel in different situations varies tremendously, and no-one’s feelings should be
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Historic motorcycles to head to Le Mans as part of 120th anniversary display
TWO historic Grand Prix motorcycles are set to be sent to France to mark the 120th anniversary of the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM). The bikes are part of the extensive collection at the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum in New Milton
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The thatched country pub serving up good food made by 'incredibly talented' chefs
A THATCHED country pub, which is 'all about good food', the Stocks Inn is our Pub of The Week. Located just outside Wimborne, this 'family-friendly' pub offers an extensive, locally sourced menu with options for everyone. Resident managers
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Residents asked about future of libraries
RESIDENTS are being asked to give their views on the future of libraries in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. BCP Council wants to know how you currently use the library service and what you hope to see in the future. Library open hours
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Farmer's 'old runaround' Transit van stolen
A FARMER’S van has been stolen from Bournemouth. The owners of Four Acre Farm in Ringwood are pleading for residents to keep their eyes peeled for a white 2011 Ford Transit that has gone missing. Police have confirmed they are investigating
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BCPs culinary scene celebrates multiple AA Rosette Awards
THE most AA Rosette awards have recognised several of Dorset’s top dining establishments. Rick Stein’s Sandbanks restaurant, known for its ‘exceptional seafood’, has been awarded one Rosette for its food. Joining the ranks of celebrated venues
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Jobs created as renewable energy wholesaler comes to Dorset
JOBS have been created as a renewable energy wholesaler has opened a new branch in Ferndown. HDM Solar supplies renewable energy solar systems and electric vehicle chargers across the country and recently moved into a new base in Ferndown Industrial
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Nuffield and Bournemouth Uni celebrate five years together
NUFFIELD Health’s Bournemouth hospital and Bournemouth University are celebrating five years of working together. The two organisations first partnered in 2018 to complete the world’s first research programme looking into the benefits of hip
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Rural road in Dorset set to close for resurfacing works
A road in rural Dorset is to be temporarily closed to allow resurfacing works to be carried out. The unnamed lane in Tarrant Rushton will be shut from June 4 to June 17 to allow Dorset Council to do the resurfacing works. The dates are a window
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Bournemouth's Debenhams store through the years - remember it like this?
Debenhams once enjoyed 178 stores across the country, including premises in Winchester, Fareham, Portsmouth and Southampton. Its Bournemouth store, part of Hampshire when Debenhams began trading, was shut in May 2021. The departmental store has
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McKenna reveals how a Zoom call with Cherries saw him snub Man Utd
GOALKEEPER Callan McKenna revealed how a Zoom call with Simon Francis and Neil Moss convinced him to turn down the chance to move to Manchester United, and instead join Cherries. On deadline day back in February, teenager McKenna left Scottish
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Cherries and Barcelona among star-studded list reportedly keen on Spain midfielder
CHERRIES are part of a star-studded list of clubs interested in signing Girona midfielder Aleix Garcia this summer, according to a report in Spain. Garcia, 26, has caught the eye in La Liga this season, with three goals and six assists from 33
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Car park to close next year to public as part of major development
WORK to replace a Bournemouth car park with new flats, a medical and community centre and retail kiosks will begin next year. BCP Council will close Hawkwood Road car park in Boscombe in 2025 as part of now agreed plans to redevelop the site.
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Calls to demolish 'eyesore' Bournemouth hotel
RESIDENTS have called for a 19th century Bournemouth hotel to be demolished – calling the “deteriorating” building an “eyesore”. Development firm Aram Developments is hoping to demolish St Michael’s Hotel in St Michael’s Road, West Hill with the
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Poole Park should stay open to traffic, say majority of residents
POOLE Park should remain open, according to the majority of residents who took part in a major survey. No decision has been made on whether the Whitecliff Gate entrance and exit should be open or closed to motor traffic yet – that will ultimately
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Dorset beaches not on 'brown flag award' hit list and the cleanest
DORSET beaches have the cleanest waters in England, according to a new league table. Almost 90 per cent of the county’s beaches are rated as ‘excellent’ for clean water in summer, according to data from the Environment Agency analysed by Holiday
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Shopfronts to get facelift as part of continued effort for regeneration
SHOPFRONTS are to get a facelift as part of the continued effort to regenerate Boscombe. Work has already begun on 15 buildings to “protect the heritage” of shops in the high street, funded by the Towns Fund. BCP Council was awarded £21.7million
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In The Dock: Stalkers and drug drivers
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: LIAM JAMES BAKER, 33 and of Parkwood Road in Bournemouth, admitted drink and drug driving in Queensway Tunnel Approach in Birkenhead on January 14, 2023. He was handed a community order
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Murder accused said he was in 'state of terror' when he killed 49-year-old
A MURDER accused man said he was in a “state of terror” when he killed 49-year-old Simon Shotton. Benjamin Atkins said Simon Shotton was “frothing at the mouth” and “holding a knife above his head” when the pair fought over drugs money. Atkins
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'If there hadn't have been a knife then Cam would be alive today'
THE FAMILY of a fatal stab victim is working with the police, council and local organisations to launch a knife crime awareness campaign. The Changes Are Made (CAM) campaign is supported by Cameron Hamilton's grandmother Tracey Jose and aims to
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Thieves steal Mercedes car parts worth £6k from back of vehicle
THIEVES have stolen thousands of pounds worth of car parts from two Mercedes vehicles parked on a driveway in Upton. Two individuals in motorbike helmets stole thousands of pounds worth of parts from the cars on Hibbs Close, Upton, on May 5 at