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Man sexually abused children and manipulated them not to tell anyone
A MAN sexually abused two children and manipulated them not to tell anyone about their “little game”, a court heard. Steven Richardson, 53, assaulted the children around 15 years ago but his crimes only came to light recently when the victims reported
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In The Dock: Man who assaulted police officer and damaged cells among the cases
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: DILLON DAFEL, 37 and of Salisbury Road in Totton, admitted drink driving in Gervis Road in Bournemouth on April 6. He got ten points on his licence. He was also fined £461, ordered to
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Trailer load of mattresses dumped near skatepark
AN investigation has been launched after a trailer full of mattresses was dumped in Bournemouth. The fly tip was left in Duck Lane, near to the skatepark, in the area of West Howe. It has remained there for ‘three or four weeks’, according
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Decision to close school announced once finalised by DfE, trust says
THE decision to close Parkfield School was announced once it was finalised by the Department for Education, the trust that runs the school has said. As reported, the school announced its plans to close on Friday, June 14, fewer than six weeks before
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Swanage Railway's Roads to Rail event is back for its fourth year
A NOSTALGIC family-friendly railway festival of steam is back this summer. First established in 2021, the Roads To Rail event held by Swanage Railway will feature up to 50 traction and miniature engines, steam rollers, and showman’s engines as
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Anger after trees cut down in front of KFC restaurant
RESIDENTS have been left up in arms after three maple trees were cut down in front of a KFC restaurant. Three much-loved mature maple trees in front of KFC in Station Road, New Milton, have been cut down and paved over which has left residents
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Bournemouth Foodbank Documentary: 'From a garden shed to a major success'
A FILM writer has set out to tell an 'extraordinary' tale, documenting the humble beginnings of Bournemouth Foodbank. Tim John, a Bournemouth-based screenwriter best known for writing the award-winning film A Street Cat Named Bob, has launched
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Hotel celebrates 'amazing' opening weekend for new restaurant
A CLIFFTOP hotel has celebrated a successful launch of its newest restaurant. The Nici, in West Hill Road on the West Cliff, opened Old Harry Rocks on Saturday, June 15. The new ‘destination’ restaurant sits atop the cliff, looking out towards
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Daughter wants defibrillator in road after dad's heart attack
A WOMAN has raised £1,000 for a defibrillator in a Poole road after her dad had a near-fatal heart attack last year. Zoe Dibben, 40, has begun a fundraiser for a defibrillator in Vicarage Road, after her dad, Kevin Dibben, 60, had a near-fatal
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Organisers behind tribute festival aim to 'raise the bar' for 2024 event
THE countdown is on for the return of Dorset’s bestselling tribute show. Upton Country Park Festival is back for two nights packed with some of the best tribute acts in the business. The event is split into the ever-popular Ladies Night on
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Historic house to host orchestral candlelight experience
A COUNTRY house will hold a sunset orchestral candlelight experience to the sounds of ABBA and Taylor Swift. After a successful year in 2023 of sunset candlelight experiences, Lumos Live will hold an event at Somerley House, Ringwood, on August
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Dates announced for weekly Friday fireworks by the sea
BCP Council has announced the dates for the upcoming weekly summer firework displays over Bournemouth beach. Organised by Bournemouth Coastal Bid, the first Friday Fireworks by the Sea display is set to dazzle the skies at 10pm on July 26.
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Police officer denies talking about performing oral sex on female colleague
A POLICE officer accused of talking about performing oral sex on a colleague said he was not aware of any inappropriate conversation. The serving Dorset Police officer is facing a misconduct panel after allegations that he and others played snog
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Superheat drama sees Pirates beaten in the league for first time this season
POOLE Pirates suffered their first league loss of the year after a superheat decided their trip to Oxford Cheetahs. The end of the meeting at Oxford Stadium was eked out, with multiple re-runs during the final heats of a 45-45 draw. Even the
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Sunglasses worth £1000 stolen from Boots store
FOUR pairs of high value sunglasses have been stolen from a Boots store in Lymington. The items, worth £1000, were taken from the shop in High Street at 2pm on Thursday, June 13. Now, police have released an image of man they’d like to speak
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Man 'significantly damaged' quayside dining pods at restaurant
A MAN attempted to break into outdoor pods at a quayside restaurant. At around 3.10am on Friday, March 29, a man attempted to gain entry into one of the outdoor dining pods of the Custom House Restaurant and Bar on The Quay, Poole. Significant
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'Lethal combination' of boat and rip current could have caused beach deaths
THE Dorset Belle vessel could have contributed to the tragic deaths of Joe Abbess and Sunnah Khan on Bournemouth beach, a coroner says. On May 31, 2023, 11 people got into difficulty in the water, including 17-year-old Joe, from Southampton and
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Road partially blocked following crash involving a car and a motorbike
A ROAD is partially blocked following a crash in Bournemouth. Police were called to a road traffic collision involving a car and a motorbike at the Bear Cross Roundabout on the A31 in Bournemouth. The incident took place at 2.18pm on Wednesday
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Merseyside police look for wanted man with links to Bournemouth
MERSEYSIDE Police want to find a 35-year-old man with links to Bournemouth after he breached licence conditions. Michael Seddon, 35, who has links to Dorset, is wanted by Merseyside Police after he breached his licence conditions. He is described
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Road blocked after crash with buses diverted
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Bomb squad called to Dorset beach after possible WW2 explosive found
A BOMB squad has cordoned off a beach in Studland after a possible WW2 explosive was found. Dorset Police were called to Knoll Beach at 10am on June 19 to assist with a cordon and send the explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) unit. National Trust
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How you can get your free voter ID ahead of the general election
TIME to apply for a free voter ID ahead of the general election is running out. For the first time at a general election, voters will need to show photo ID to receive their ballot paper in polling stations. Those without an accepted type of
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Shark season arrives as giant spotted lurking around our shores
It seems shark season has officially arrived in the UK. The North Wales coast - particularly Anglesey - is one of the locations where you might spot a basking shark - the second largest fish in the world. And surprise surprise, it's happened already
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Teenage boy fighting for his life following crash involving car and bike
A TEENAGE boy is fighting for his life following a crash in Lytchett Matravers. A 14-year-old cyclist was taken to hospital for treatment of injuries believed to be life-threatening. His family has been informed. At 7.44am on Wednesday,
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How do I stop my dog from getting car sick? What you can give them to help
You might think that only humans get car sick but as many dog owners will tell you, you're very wrong. Travelling with your pooch in the car can be easier said than done. Owners have to consider and plan a few key things before setting off
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Trader 'disheartened' after bronze dog antique stolen from Bournemouth emporium
OFFICERS are investigating after an expensive antique was stolen from a Bournemouth emporium. An antique bronze dog worth £200 was taken from a trader operating inside The Den, without paying. The incident occurred at around 10.30am on June
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Waiting lists for Bournemouth beach huts to reopen for first time in seven years
WAITING lists for beach huts have reopened for the first time in seven years. BCP Council has opened the lists to give residents the opportunity to apply to rent a beach hut in Bournemouth this summer. The town was the first in the UK to have
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Cherries took a while to get used to Iraola's 'minimalist' ways according to Adams
MIDFIELDER Tyler Adams felt that it took time for AFC Bournemouth to understand the “minimalist” ways of head coach Andoni Iraola. Appointed one year ago, Basque boss Iraola has Cherries playing an exciting brand of football at Vitality Stadium
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Dorset beauty spot among top 25 most stunning views to experience in the UK
A DORSET beauty spot has been ranked among the top 25 most stunning viewpoints in the UK. Durdle Door featured in joint seventh place on the list, with the county's iconic landmark clearly making an impression. A survey of 2,000 Britons, conducted
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Dog owners warned not to leave dogs in cars this summer - what can you do?
Dog owners have been issued a warning about leaving their pets in cars as the temperatures heat up this summer. The RSPCA have warned dog owners in the past about the ‘silent killer’ that is heatwaves. And they’ve issued another warning to
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Firefighters tackle huge blaze in recycling centre
A HUGE fire broke out at a recycling centre in Ringwood with multiple fire crews called to tackle the blaze. Firefighters arrived in Somerley, on Verwood Road in Ringwood, at 11.44pm on June 18. Four fire engines were initially called from
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Attempted theft of £1,000 worth of Waitrose goods
MORE than £1,000 worth of goods were attempted to be stolen from a Waitrose in Lymington. Police investigating the shoplifting incident have released an image of a man they want to identify in relation with the incident. The incident, which
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Popular rock band announces Bournemouth tour date
AN INDIE rock band is set to take to the stage in Bournemouth this summer. Performing songs from their new album, Kasabian will play at the O2 Academy in Boscombe. The band is back with their latest album, Happenings, which is a follow-up to
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Firefighters rush to derelict building caught on fire in Poole
A DERELICT building was found ablaze in Poole but the cause of the fire is still unknown. Fire crews arrived at the fire in the former Sydenhams Builders Merchants, in Blandford Road, at around 5pm on June 18. The crew from Poole and an aerial
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Latest Cherries recruit Paulsen keeps clean sheet on international debut
LATEST Cherries recruit Alex Paulsen kept a clean sheet on his international debut for New Zealand, helping his side beat the Solomon Islands 3-0 in the OFC Nations Cup. Earlier this month it was announced that AFC Bournemouth had signed highly-rated
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Cherries reportedly miss out on French centre-back to Olympique Marseille
CHERRIES have reportedly missed out on central defender Lilian Brassier to French giants Olympique Marseille. L’Equipe claim that Marseille have beaten AFC Bournemouth and Bundesliga outfit Wolfsburg to the signature of French centre-back Brassier
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AFC Bournemouth and Everton linked to AS Roma midfielder
AFC Bournemouth have been linked with a move for AS Roma midfielder Eduardo Bove, the Italian rated at €20 million. Cherries are supposedly joined by Everton in tracking the 22-year-old according to Sky Sports Italia. Championship side Leeds
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How will the fall in inflation affect the cost of living crisis?
UK inflation slowed to 2% in May, dropping to its lowest level since July 2021, according to new official figures. It has matched the target rate of inflation set by the Government and Bank of England after a slowdown in price rises over the past
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Serious crash closes road with motorists urged to avoid the area
5:21pm A spokesperson for the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) said: “We were called
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REVIEW: Vivaldi's Greatest Hits, Christchurch Priory Festival Chorus and Orchestra
AS THE final note of Vivaldi’s Gloria melted away in an enthralled Christchurch Priory on Monday, the evening’s golden sunset reflecting onto Hans Feibusch's mural behind the altar disappeared from view. It was a magical moment entirely in keeping
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The 'best-of-both-worlds' Hampshire high street named among loveliest in the UK
A "best-of-both-worlds" high street has been named among the loveliest in the UK, according to a new list. Lymington High Street was named among the seven featured in an article from The Times, and was the only one from the county. Discussing
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Update on controversial housing scheme which sparked public inquiry
DEVELOPERS are celebrating the opening of a major housing scheme that sparked a long planning battle. Proposals to build more than 40 retirement flats in Lymington were twice turned down by New Forest District Council before being given the go-ahead
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East Howe cemetery benches 'smashed up' and fence broken
BENCHES in and around East Howe Cemetery have been smashed up and thrown in bushes according to police. Bournemouth Police have reported that a bench made by young people at East Howe Centre has been 'smashed' with another thrown in a bush with
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The top tips for claiming compensation when your flight is delayed or cancelled
Cancelled or delayed flights can be a real dampener that not only sees you lose out on your holiday, but often all the money you put down. Flights can be cancelled for a number of reasons, whether that be through strike action, pilot shortages
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What to do if your passport gets lost or stolen in the UK or when you're abroad
Going on holiday is often an exciting time but it can also be stressful when you forget or lose something or even have it stolen. There’s lots to remember when going on holiday from packing your best outfits to looking after your passport and boarding
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PDSA warns all dog owners about the hidden dangers of sticks, including death
Does your dog like to pick up a stick while out and about? The PDSA is warning pet owners of the hidden dangers of dogs playing with sticks. The charity’s warning comes after a one-year-old dog needed emergency treatment after biting onto a stick
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What is Lyme disease? What we know including symptoms and when to see a GP
You might have heard of Lyme disease but do you know what it is and what symptoms to look out for? There are a few symptoms and it’s important to know when you should see a doctor. If you’d like to find out more about the rare disease, look
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Inflation returns to Bank of England target for first time in nearly three years
Inflation has returned to the 2% target for the first time in almost three years in what comes at a critical time, just weeks before the nation heads to the polls. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation
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Man arrested in Poole found driving stolen Audi without licence
A MAN has been arrested in Poole for driving a stolen Audi while disqualified. Poole Police said the stolen vehicle was seen being driven in Blandford Road on Tuesday, June 18. Alongside this, the man was also arrested for driving while disqualified
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Vacancies at council for jobs paying up to £83k
FANCY getting out on the water for the summer – and being paid to do it? Dorset Council is currently advertising for a seasonal harbour assistant at West Bay and Lyme Regis harbours paying up to £12.39 an hour. At the other end of the pay scale
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LIVE: Trains disrupted 'until the end of the day' - updates
8:28am ⚠️ A track circuit failure is affecting the railway between Brockenhurst and Beaulieu Road. ⏱️ We
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PDSA warns all dog owners about the hidden dangers of sticks, including death
Does your dog like to pick up a stick while out and about? The PDSA is warning pet owners of the hidden dangers of dogs playing with sticks. The charity’s warning comes after a one-year-old dog needed emergency treatment after biting onto a stick
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Hearing into bistro's bid to serve alcohol
AN objection to a drinks licence for a Wareham bistro will lead to a public hearing at the end of this week. Nina’s Bistro, in West Street, wants to be able to serve drinks to customers having a meal up until 10pm every day. The business, at
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Plans for 20 new homes given green light
AN application for twenty homes on a site at Sixpenny Handley has been signed off by Dorset Council. Several changes have been made to the planning application for a site at Back Lane over the last three years to meet objections. The changes have
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Festival celebrating roots music to return to Dorset this summer
A DIY festival celebrating roots music will return to Dorset this summer. The Rustic Stomp will take place at Pike’s Farm in Organford between July 12 and 14. Organiser Ski Daddle said: "The Rustic Stomp is the perfect to come and see some
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Paddleboarders to gather for rare event
PADDLEBOARDERS will come together to mark a rare event this week. The event will take place at Tuckton Tea Gardens on the evening of Friday, June 21. A paddle out will celebrate the full moon and Summer Solstice. June’s full moon is known
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'We need more bobbies on the beat and CCTV'
WHEN I read the Echo news item mentioning that Bournemouth has a very high rate of car crime, I wasn’t surprised. Anyone walking the streets in Knyveton Road, Derby Road or Spencer Road (or indeed any of the other streets in the area) can’t fail
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Supporters react on social media to AFC Bournemouth's Premier League fixtures
HERE is how AFC Bournemouth fans reacted after learning their side’s Premier League fixtures for the 2024/25 season. Cherries supporters can now make rough plans for their upcoming away days after the Premier League revealed the fixtures for next
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Cherries women announce pre-season plans with three friendlies
AFC BOURNEMOUTH women have revealed three opponents they will face as part of their pre-season preparations. Cherries will welcome former title rivals Exeter City, Portsmouth, and Welsh side Penybont to their Long Lane base in August. Penybont
