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Police officer ‘played snog marry avoid’ about colleagues on work trip
POLICE officer played snog marry avoid on a work trip and ranked how much they would pay to perform oral sex on a colleague, it is alleged. A serving Dorset Police officer is facing a misconduct panel after he and others allegedly spoke inappropriately
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Shop owner who was caught with hauls of counterfeit products opens new store
A SHOP owner who was caught with hauls of counterfeit tobacco and cigarettes has opened a new store in Bournemouth. Said Gul Sheikhani, 47, was prosecuted by BCP Council’s trading standards service following the discovery of counterfeit products
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Air pollution causes one in 20 deaths in Dorset, data says
SHOCKING figures show that one in 20 people have died as a result of air pollution in Dorset. Office for Health Improvement and Disparities figures show air pollution was responsible for 4.4% of the deaths of people in Dorset aged over 30 in 2022
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Man to face trial after death of dog in hot vehicle
A MAN is due to stand trial following the death of a dog last summer. Andrew Robert Claridge-Fleming is accused of confining two dogs in a vehicle during hot weather, which resulted in the ill health of one and the death of the other. The incident
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Parkfield parents advised not to apply for school places for their children
PARENTS of pupils who are set to leave Parkfield School have been advised not to make applications for places before their children have been offered a place in the transition plan. BCP Council has ‘strongly advised’ parents and carers to not submit
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General election count won't be at BIC due to cheerleading competition
THE general election count in Bournemouth will not be held at the BIC as it was already booked for Europe’s biggest cheerleading competition. The Future Cheer event is set to take place between Monday, July 1 and Sunday, July 7, with the general
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Law firm warns of 'tipping point' for Bournemouth hospitality
A DORSET law firm has warned Bournemouth hospitality is at a 'tipping point' ahead of new a legislation. Ellis Jones Solicitors has urged businesses in the service and hospitality sectors in Bournemouth to prepare for the long-awaited legislation
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Shell garage proposes new conditions for delivery drivers
A GARAGE has applied to impose conditions on its premises licence relating to delivery drivers. Shell UK Oil Products Ltd has submitted a minor variation application to BCP Council for changes at the Shell garage in Lyndhurst Road, Christchurch
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Silver fox in the box: Bournemouth ex-magistrate to play for England
A FORMER Wimborne magistrate has been chosen for England's over-75 team football team. Malcolm Weale, the longest-serving magistrate in the UK, has been chosen to play for England on July 3 against Wales. Part of the over 75s squad, Malcolm
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13-year-old mountain biker set to take on world's best thanks to grant
A YOUNG mountain biker has set his sights on taking on the best in the world thanks to a grant. Reed Darley, 13 and from Ferndown, is already among the nation’s best riders, placing in the top 10 in his age group, but he has been given a grant
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Medical practice slams rumours of surgery 'take over'
CHRISTCHURCH Medical Practice (CMP) has ended speculation surrounding a take-over of its branch in Burton. Rumours circulating on social media and among residents suggested CMP had refused to engage with another GP practice which was keen to take
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Café given permission to open at vacant funeral directors
PLANS for a new café to fill a vacant unit in Christchurch have been given the green light. Planning permission has granted for a change of use at the former ‘Goff’s Family Funeral Services’ at 132 Purewell. Applicant Tarik Kuyumcu requested
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Closure order sought for Bournemouth home
A CLOSURE order has been sought for a property in Bournemouth. BCP Council has applied for a closure order at 12 Cunningham Place - a home in the area of West Howe. The application follows the service of a notice on Wednesday, June 12, and
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Burglar broke into Poole property and stole power tools
SEVERAL power tools have been stolen from a property in Poole after a burglar gained access in the area. It was reported between 8pm on Monday, June 17 and 11am on Tuesday, June 18, power tools were stolen from an address in Fleets Lane. Officers
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Cemetery targeted by vandals and drug users
A CEMETERY in Bournemouth has been targeted by vandals. Bournemouth Police has received reports of criminal damage and anti-social behaviour in and around East Howe Cemetery. A bench at the site, made by the young people at the East Howe Centre
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Campsite refusal at tourist attraction 'a farce'
DORSET’S famous Blue Pool tourist site near Wareham has been told it will not be authorised to run a campsite this summer – to protect nearby heathland. Similar camps have been held in recent years, without objection. The Estate owner is now
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Car involved in fatal lorry crash was stolen, police say
A CAR involved in a fatal lorry crash in which a Christchurch man died had a cloned number plate and had been stolen last year, police said. Officers were alerted to the collision which happened at 3.16am on June 13 involving a HGV lorry and silver
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Noisy neighbours: How late is too late to be making noise?
Noisy neighbours can turn life into a nightmare, especially when they make excessive noise late at night and in the early hours of the morning. Unreasonable or excessive noise is defined as noise that unreasonably and substantially interferes with
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Bournemouth man remanded in custody after reported burglary
A MAN has been charged in connection with a reported daylight burglary in Bournemouth. A handbag containing a purse, cash, bank cards, and a banking book was stolen from an address in Warford Road. On the same day, a man allegedly unsuccessfully
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What can I do about my noisy neighbours - and how do I complain?
Noisy neighbours are one of the most common issues reported to the police and local councils. While the occasional disruption may not be considered a big deal, persistent unreasonable noise can be a nightmare to live next to. Unreasonable or
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KFC reopens doors under new management
FERNDOWN KFC has opened its doors once again under new management to serve 'finger lickin'' chicken once again. Ferndown's Ringwood Road KFC re-opened its doors on June 18 under new management, K&Z Management who have said they are 'thrilled
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Chelsea reportedly put off by size of Dominic Solanke's release clause
CHELSEA have reportedly been put off by the supposed £65million release clause in Dominic Solanke’s AFC Bournemouth contract. After reporting that Solanke’s deal with Cherries contains a specific release clause that can only be met by certain clubs
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Mothers of Bournemouth beach tragedy promote video with lifesaving charity
A NATIONAL lifesaving charity has launched a water safety campaign featuring the mothers of the children who died after an incident off Bournemouth beach. The Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) is the UK's leading drowning prevention charity.
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Pop punk legends to bring anniversary tour to Bournemouth
POP punk legends Bowling For Soup will rock Bournemouth next year. The quartet will perform at the BIC’s Windsor Hall on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The date forms part of a UK tour celebrating 20 years of one of their most successful albums
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Head of engineering at BCP Council speaks out over Twin Sails bridge closure
THE head of engineering at BCP Council has issued an update on the Twin Sails Bridge closure. The lifting bridge across Holes Bay in Poole was expected to reopen on May 19 but further issues were discovered, delaying the reopening date. Now
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Road closed to repair burst water main
A ROAD is closed while a burst main is being repaired. Wessex Water has closed part of the B3071 from Lulworth Camp to Newton Hill Burngate in West Lulworth to repair a burst main. It is anticipated that the works will be completed today, June
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Poole draft in former Pirate Thompson to cover Thomsen injury against Oxford Cheetahs
FORMER Pirate Joe Thompson will guest for Poole in tomorrow night’s clash at Oxford Cheetahs as Tobias Thomsen recovers from a foot injury. The Dane picked up the issue at the weekend, and whilst it was first feared Thomsen would be out for six
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Could your smart doorbell be breaking the law? This is what the law says
A number of us have installed smart doorbells and security cameras on our homes to help protect our properties, but could yours be breaking the law? The devices can increase security, but when installing them you must make sure you consider the
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Brits warned of election deadline today as two million people register to vote
Nearly two million applications to vote have been submitted since the General Election was called, as the deadline approaches for people to register to cast a ballot. A total of 1,978,540 applications were made from May 23 to June 16, Government
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Cherries reportedly one of two Premier League teams tracking Championship defender
AFC Bournemouth are one of two Premier League clubs reportedly tracking Sunderland right-back Trai Hume. That is according to Football Insider, who claim Cherries are joined by Aston Villa in taking an interest to the right-back after his impressive
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AFC Bournemouth fixtures for the Premier League 2024/25 season revealed
AFC BOURNEMOUTH have learnt their Premier League fixtures for the 2024/25 season. Competing in the Premier League for a third successive season, and for an eighth top-flight season, Cherries start the season with a trip to Nottingham Forest on
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The candidates standing to be MP in the New Forest at the general election
The names of the people seeking to become MP in the two New Forest constituencies have been announced. Rishi Sunak’s decision to call a general election for Thursday, July 4, has seen a campaign kick off all over the country. The New Forest
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Find out how long it can take to renew a British passport (it won't take months)
From booking flights and accommodation to meal reservations abroad, there is so much to remember when it comes to planning your next holiday. Whether you’ve chosen somewhere hot across the globe for a week of relaxation or a weekend of exploring
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'Her imaginative design was truly out of this world' - Girl wins national competiton
A TALENTED Wimborne pupil will get the chance to design a book cover with her own superhero after winning a prestigious competition. Matilde Cabell won £250 book vouchers for a newly refurbished library after winning a national competition by Scrivens
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Car rolls onto its side after bus crash in Bournemouth
MOTORISTS faced long delays on the commute to work this morning after a crash involving a car and a bus. An ‘out of service’ Morebus double-decker bus was involved in a collision with a car which to rolled onto its side. The road was temporarily
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Vet issues urgent flea warning to all dog and cat owners
Cat and dog owners across the UK have been told for keep an eye out for signs their pets may have fleas. A vet has warned pet owners that flea infestations at this time of year are “more common than many people realise”. PDSA statistics show
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LIVE: Traffic chaos after multiple crashes during rush hour
9:51am According to AA, the road is believed to have reopened. (Image: AA)
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When Jordan met locals at former Bournemouth store
Katie Price was snapped at a Bournemouth book signing 20 years ago. Borders was busting at the seams on July 1, 2004, when glamour girl Jordan finally made her long-awaited visit to the town. The celebrity model was originally meant to have
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How to watch Channel 4's live general election debate tonight
Senior politicians from the main parties will take part in a UK-wide general election debate today (June 18), hosted by Channel 4. The event will last 90 minutes and it’s set to take place in Colchester with a live studio audience. The extended
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Charities handed cheques totalling nearly £100,000
CHARITIES and good causes received cheques totalling £96,450 from Freemasons who meet in Bournemouth. The town mayor, Cllr George Farquhar, attended the Freemasonry where representatives of the charities explained what they did. Cllr Farquhar
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Students contribute CGIs for new sci-fi film
A FILM set for release next year will have computer generated images (CGIs) done by Bournemouth and Poole College. The unnamed sci-fi film has both background and landscapes made by the college’s students and lecturers using scenery sculpted out
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Summer party to be hosted at retirement living development
A RETIREMENT living development in Wimborne will become host to a summer party later this week. On Thursday, Wimborne retirees are invited to a summer garden party at the McCarthy Stone retirement village, The Old Market Village. Attendees
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Community groups and charities could get hands on share of £5m funding
COMMUNITY groups in the conurbation are being invited to apply for a share of Co-op’s ‘Local Community Fund’. Applications are now open for local community groups and charities to apply for a share of the £5m funding. The fund has supported
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Home builder 'gives boost' to community with generous funding
A BOURNEMOUTH based home builder has ‘given a boost’ to the Bearwood community. Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties has donated £1,000 to St Barnabas Church in Bearwood to support its community activities. The donation has been split between the
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Hospice staff to cover 1083 miles in 'mighty challenge'
STAFF at a Dorset hospice are preparing to take on a mighty challenge to mark Children’s Hospice Week 2024. A team from Julia’s House will be running, walking, swimming and cycling 1083 miles over this coming weekend. The 1083-mile target represents
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Festival showcasing 'the very best of the vegan lifestyle' set for return
A VEGAN festival is returning to Bournemouth later this year. Vegan Events UK is bringing a ‘vegan extravaganza’ to Citygate Centre in September. The event is set to feature more than 60 stalls showcasing the very best of the vegan lifestyle
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New bull joins oldest pedigree herd of Red Ruby Devon cows
THE oldest pedigree herd of Red Ruby Devon cows has been joined by a new bull at Kingston Lacy. The bull, called Priorton Usher, has come from a prize-winning breeder in Devon. Rob Groves, farm manager, said: ‘We are constantly looking to improve
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Poole housing provider scoops two awards
AFFORDABLE housing provider AJC Group has scooped two awards at this year’s South Coast Property Awards. The Poole-based firm has claimed top prize for ‘housebuilder of the year’ and ‘residential development of the year’ for its apartment scheme
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Memorable games from opening day, Boxing day, and final day ahead of fixture release
AFC BOURNEMOUTH are set to learn the order they will face their Premier League opponents during the 2024/25 season later this morning (9am). There are certain dates fans always look out for, including where Cherries will be playing their festive
