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New apartment block in 'special place' for developer gets green light

DEVELOPERS have secured planning permission to knock down an abandoned declining home in Bournemouth.  Bournemouth-based Stonehaven Homes will send in the bulldozers to a property in Burnaby Road, Alum Chine.  In its place, the firm will construct

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Work to finally begin on empty building site this summer

CONSTRUCTION work on a major development will begin later this summer.  Fortitudo won permission from town hall planners back May 2022 to build an eight-storey block of 118 one- and two-bedroom apartments on the corner plot of Longfleet Road and

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National Park could be created in Dorset - but there's a catch

DORSET could get a new national park, should the Liberal Democrats win next month’s General Election.  The party has pledged in its manifesto to create three new national parks in England, bringing the total nationally up to 13.  A total of

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Everything you need to know about E.coli as outbreak declared

At least 37 people have been admitted to hospital in an E. coli outbreak believed to be linked to food, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). Whole genome sequencing of samples indicates most of the 113 cases reported across the UK

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In The Dock: Knives, thefts and court order breaches

THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: NENAD SULJEVIC, 52 and of Charminster Avenue in Bournemouth, admitted drink driving in Charminster Road in Bournemouth on March 23. He was disqualified from driving for 14 months. He was

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Residents fight sewage treatment plant plans

RESIDENTS are fighting plans for a sewage treatment plant on a flood plain where 100 homes will be built.  A sewage treatment plant has been planned for a flood plain off Derritt Lane, Sopley, to help deal with the waste of 100 homes that have

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Parking chaos blocks road around schools say residents

BOURNEMOUTH residents have become infuriated by parents parking on the streets surrounding nearby schools and blocking roads.  Residents of Pavan Gardens have spoken up after being fed up with parents blocking roads and drives when waiting for

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Bark and Bristle is Daily Echo's Trader of the Week

A POOLE mum of two whose art career landed her in British Vogue is Daily Echo’s Trader of the Week. Bark and Bristle is a business that paints picturesque pet portraits, created by Clare Vincent who lives with her husband Will and children Felix

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Date announced for popular UHD fundraising event

A POPULAR fundraising event for hospital wards across BCP is back after a successful previous year. Hundreds of hospital staff and friends are expected to take part as they walk either 3km, 5km, or 10km through Upton Country Park. After exploring

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NAMED: Who is standing in your constituency for this year's General Election

THE runners and riders have been unveiled in July's sprint for a seat in the House of Commons. Across Dorset and the New Forest the 10 seats will be up for grabs when residents go to the polls on Thursday, July 4. The full list of candidates

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'Physically large' woman trapped clubber in toilet before groping her

A WOMAN trapped a female in a toilet cubicle before sexually assaulting her in a Bournemouth nightclub. Jennifer Mallee then assaulted a second woman in a similar way just three weeks later. The now 28-year-old defendant was sentenced at Bournemouth

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Three men startle elderly woman before fleeing with bracelet

THREE men broke into a house and startled the elderly homeowner before making off with her jewellery. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary were alerted to a report at 6.15pm on June 6 three men had forced themselves through a conservatory door

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Wimborne poach Eccott-Young, despite Dorch agreeing deal

WIMBORNE Town have poached Drew Eccott-Young from Dorchester Town, despite the right-back committing to Tom Killick's side for 2024/25. Former Hamworthy United full-back Eccott-Young was one of seven Magpies to pledge their allegiance to Dorchester

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Tribute to 'funny, feisty and hilarious' former CEO of Poole Lighthouse

TRIBUTES have been paid to a former CEO of Poole Lighthouse who has died after a short and unexpected illness. Ruth Eastwood transformed the run-down Poole Arts Centre into a nationally renowned and loved venue, hosting the biggest of stars from

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Woman to be sentenced for sexually assaulting female in club toilets

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Dorset eye 100-over performance against Wales

DORSET captain Luke Webb has laid out his wish for a full 100-over performance against Wales in their NCCA Trophy Group Four clash at Wimborne tomorrow (11am). Dorset have so far lost by 102 runs to Cheshire and then by six wickets to Hertfordshire

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Cannabis factory found and seized in Bournemouth town centre

OVER 100 cannabis plants have been found and seized inside a cannabis factory in Bournemouth Town Centre. Multiple police vehicles were seen on Old Christchurch Road this morning after reports relating to an ‘unrelated matter’. A spokesperson

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Sandbanks beach polo announces luxury competition

BEACH polo event Sandpolo has announced a luxury competition.  Sandpolo, in partnership with Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa, Poole Audi, and The Boat Club, is running an "exclusive competition offering an unforgettable luxury experience".

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Found moths in your house? How to spot, prevent and get rid of them

Although moths are generally harmless, they can cause a bit of a nuisance. The insects can wreak havoc once they get into our homes and wardrobes by creating holes in our clothes and fabrics. A pest control expert has shared his expert advice

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'Danger in disguise': Warning issued over common plant causing property damage

A warning has been issued over a common but charming plant - ivy - that can do a surprising amount of property damage to our homes. Ivy cascading down a house, fence or wall is a pretty sight for any onlooker but it's something more of a nightmare

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UK households issued £1,000 TV Licence fine warning

UK households have been warned they could face a £1,000 fine if they are not paying for a TV Licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. You

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What time is the election debate on TV tonight? When to watch on BBC and line-up

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and Labour's Angela Rayner will be among the participants in tonight's (Friday, June 7) general election debate on the BBC. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer went head-to-head in the

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Roma reportedly reignite interest in Cherries defender Aarons

SERIE A outfit AS Roma have been linked with an interest in AFC Bournemouth defender Max Aarons for a second time. Right-back Aarons is reportedly a target for the club from the Italian capital, according to Italian website tuttomercatoweb.com.

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Thousands attend Christchurch's commemorations to D-Day landings

THOUSANDS of residents paid their respects to fallen comrades at a D-Day commemoration in Christchurch. Christchurch held its annual beacon lighting and torchlight vigil to pay tribute to World War Two veterans.  The talented Christchurch branch

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Drivers warned they could face £5,000 fine over air conditioning in car

Motorists in the UK are being warned they could be hit with fines of up to £5,000 for not turning on their air conditioning this summer. Drivers have been warned that failing to use air conditioning or open windows during hot weather could violate

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Cherries' parent company Black Knight Football Club appoint first president

CHERRIES' parent company Black Knight Football Club have appointed Tim Bezbatchenko as their first president, overseeing their football portfolio. Bezbatchenko will leave his role as general manager at Major League Soccer outfit Columbus Crew in

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D-day beacon lighting spirals out of control in Swanange

A D-DAY beacon caused a large blaze after becoming out of control in high winds. The incident happened in Ballard Down in Swanage after a D-Day event to remember fallen comrades. Firefighters spent more than two hours working to extinguish

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Hunt launched for wanted man who failed to comply with licence

A WANTED man believed to be in north Dorset has gone on the run. Nicholas Castle, 26, is wanted by police after failing to comply with the terms of his licence after being released from jail. He is also wanted for failing to appear in court

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Eight steam trains to reunite for the first time since 1967

SWANAGE Railway will welcome eight steam locomotives for the first time since 1967 this weekend. The trains will be chugging along Swanage and Corfe Castle before heading to Frome in Somerset.  A spokesperson for Swanage Railway said: “In just

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Surprise as Debbie McGee pays a visit to independent shop

A SHOP owner has spoken of her shock after Debbie McGee paid a surprise visit to her shop. The assistant and widow of magician Paul Daniels popped into Boat House 27. Helen Saunders, co-owner of the interiors shop, said McGee told her how much

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Celtic reportedly considering summer move for Mepham

CHRIS Mepham is on a list of potential summer targets for Celtic, according to a report by the Scottish Daily Mail. Centre-back Mepham is heading into the final year of his contract at Vitality Stadium. He has found game-time hard to come by

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Man dies after being hit by car in Dorset

A MAN has died and two men have been arrested following a crash in north Dorset. Dorset Police were alerted to a collision on the A350 Main Road near Compton Abbas at 7.46pm on June 6. The crash involved a silver Audi TT Quattro, a grey BMW

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'Things like this don’t happen to people like me' Yorkshire man wins Omaze draw

A YORKSHIRE dad has become the lucky owner of a picturesque Dorset house costing £2.5million thanks to the latest Omaze draw. Chris Milnes from Pudsey was handed the keys to a stunning five-bedroom house near Wimborne Minster. Chris and Jules

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Poole honours D-Day 80th anniversary in poignant evening

HUNDREDS gathered on Poole Quay to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.  Beginning with a flotilla passing at 8:30pm, the public gathered on the edge of the Quay to watch the boats pass by which was then followed by a short march

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At least 37 people hospitalised due to E.coli breakout - what you should do

At least 37 people have been admitted to hospital in an E. coli outbreak believed to be linked to food, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). Whole genome sequencing of samples indicates most of the 113 cases reported across the UK

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PICTURES: Flotilla parades past Poole Quay

POOLE QUAY was packed with on-lookers as a flotilla passed through the harbour to commemorate the D-DAY 80th anniversary. The event on June 6 was led by local professional vessels followed by a lighting of the beacon. The Mayor of Poole, Cllr

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Road closed overnight due to serious crash

A MAJOR road in Dorset has been closed due to a serious crash. Police officers rushed to the scene of a crash on the A350 between Shaftesbury and Compton Abbas at around 8.30pm last night. Travel Dorset is reporting that the crash was a multi-vehicle

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Costa Coffee drinks to be served on all easyJet flights from this summer

easyJet and Costa Coffee have joined forces to launch the sale of drinks from the coffee shop chain on all the airline’s flights this summer. The new offering will launch in late summer this year with easyJet customers able to enjoy hot drinks

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Charity shop throw open doors to new store with Deputy Mayor

A CHARITY shop has thrown open its doors to its new store with a grand opening from the deputy mayor. Age Concern Christchurch was forced to relocate after the end of its lease but is “thrilled” with the new location. The charity shop has been

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Bookshop celebrating 30 years with local authors and free fizz

A BOOKSHOP will be hosting a 30th birthday party with local authors, free fizz and nibbles. Westbourne Bookshop, on Poole Road, first opened as a bookstore in 1903 but has been known under its current name since 1994. The Angel family now run

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Trial shuttle bus extended through summer

A TRIAL shuttle bus connecting parts of Purbeck has been extended for the summer.  The service was originally set up by the RSPB to connect Wareham train station to Arne nature reserve.  Following talks, it will now operate from May to the

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More than 66,000 people caught speeding last year

MORE than 66,000 notice of intended prosecution (NIP) tickets were issued for drivers caught speeding in Dorset last year.  Of the 66,391 offences caught, 21,960 were caught from a fixed speed camera rather than a mobile speed camera van, a Freedom

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Popular college festival returns with a bang

MORE than 3,000 people visited Brockenhurst over the weekend for the college’s biggest ever summer event.  BrockFest 2024 returned on Saturday, June 1 and brought together a wide range of attractions including fairground rides and live music. 

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5* Eats: These are the top scoring eateries for food hygiene near you

Looking for somewhere new to eat? Did you want somewhere a little more exotic or the comfort food of the day? Well why not try these fantastic local restaurants; catering for all tastes and styles, you'll be sure to have a good time at these 5* eateries

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Work on 39 hectares of peatland in Purbeck gets underway

WORK to restore 39 hectares of peatland on the Isle of Purbeck has begun.  A project to restore 39 hectares of peatland at Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve has begun with the aim of restoring degraded peatland habitat with significant carbon

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Case closed on flasher who pulled down trousers in front of man

OFFICERS have closed an investigation that was launched to find a flasher who exposed himself to another man.  The victim, in his 20s, reported to Dorset Police a flasher who made inappropriate comments before pulling down his trousers to expose

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Former Cherries on the move this summer with contracts and loans expiring

SIDES up and down the footballing pyramid are confirming their retained lists ahead of the opening of the transfer window – with many former Cherries left with their futures up in the air. Two favourites from the Championship-winning side of 2015

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Cherries' opponents confirmed for Women's National League campaign

CHERRIES women now know the full line-up of the league they will be competing in next season. The FA have announced league allocations across the pyramid, which are set to be ratified in the coming weeks. Having missed out on promotion to Exeter

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Bridgen: Wimborne CC to continue promoting youth, despite ‘mixed start’ to season

CAPTAIN Ben Bridgen insists Wimborne CC will continue their philosophy of promoting youth, despite the club’s “mixed start” to the Dorset Premier League season. Wimborne won the title last year, for the first time since 2018, losing just once along

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Pictures showing the last day of Southampton Lido in 1973

IT was clearly a place of choice for many a Sotonian who needed to cool off, as swimmers and sun worshippers flocked to the leisure facility in their droves. From when the pool was opened in 1854, through to its closure in the early 80s, the Lido

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Scorcher! Remembering one of the longest heatwaves on record

The glorious sunshine that recently scorched the South is sure to bring back memories of a record-breaking heatwave. While the long hot summer of 1976 was one of the hottest of all time, the latest heatwave didn't last particularly long. Even