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When this legendary band were rocking all over BIC
Despite having been around a long while, Status Quo continued to draw crowds and captivate fans with their timeless three-chord riff when these pictures were snapped 20 years ago. As seasoned performers, their ability to fill venues and keep audiences
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The familiar looking High Street built on salt
Old postcards of Lymington High Street give of a sense of familiarity while also looking very different. The overall layout of the High Street with its Georgian architecture is recognisable while the businesses, vehicles and fashion all seem alien
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Display returns to air festival after five year break
THIS year’s last Bournemouth Air Festival will see the return of a much-loved display team last seen in 2019. The Red Devils Army Parachute Display Team will appear at this year’s show on all three days from Thursday, August 29 to Saturday, August
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Labour 'would support Navitus Bay wind farm', Bournemouth candidate suggests
BURIED plans for an offshore wind farm would be a scheme GB Energy “would support”, a Labour candidate has said. Jessica Toale, who is running for Labour in Bournemouth West, appeared to suggest she’d back a Navitus -style wind farm off the town
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Busy road to close for day while council does work
MOTORISTS will face travel disruption over the weekend as part of a busy road shuts for a day. Highway maintenance work is expected to be carried out in Wallisdown Road between Wallisdown Roundabout and University Roundabout on Saturday, July
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Firm pulls out of airport as bosses navigate 'headwinds'
CAR hire firm Hertz has left Bournemouth Airport, the company has confirmed. The Florida-based business ceased its operations from Hurn at the end of June as bosses look to navigate its way through “headwinds”. A spokesman for Hertz said:
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Town centre event may not go ahead as council has concerns
A SUMMER event planned to bring new life into Bournemouth town centre has been recommended for rejection by BCP Council. Planning officer Eden Evans called for councillors to reject the planned roller rink in the Lower Gardens in a report.
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WATCH: Building demolished in controversial plans to erect block of flats
A BUILDING has been demolished after controversial plans to build a block of 11 flats which was scorned by residents. The single house in Burnaby Road in Westbourne was one of the last few remaining properties of a particular style and age in
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Jailed in June: Rape fantasist, child abuser and female sex offender
CRIMINALS jailed in June include a rapist who fantasised about abuse, a man who assaulted two children and a female sex offender who targeted her victim in a bathroom. Perry Legg Man with violent sexual fantasies raped woman while she
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Mugging victim offers £10k reward for return of family heirloom watch
A MUGGING victim is offering a £10,000 reward after a family heirloom watch was snatched from his wrist in Bournemouth town centre. The man, who wishes to remain anonymous, was celebrating his 50th birthday at an Indian restaurant before he was
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Team of trainee baristas make charity 'exceptionally proud'
A TEAM of young trainee baristas from Autism Unlimited are offering their new-found skills to the community. The students, who attend the charity’s Portfield School Sixth Form in Christchurch, are part of the ‘Brew Crew’ - an initiative to equip
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Archaeologists discover human remains and artefacts which give 'new insight'
ARCHAEOLOGISTS from Bournemouth University have discovered human remains and artefacts which give new insight into how early Britons adapted to life after the Roman invasion. Amongst the grave goods excavated from the 2000-year-old burial pits
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Vibrant colours to fill town as Bourne Free Pride Festival returns
VIBRANT colours, music and dancing are set to take over Bournemouth town centre as the annual pride celebrations return. The Bourne Free Pride Festival will take place on July 5 and 6, promising community spirit and a warm welcome for everyone.
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In The Dock: Man stole half used aftershaves, alcohol and a coat from Bar So
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: DANIEL MACKINTOSH, 32 and of Melrose Avenue in Wimbledon, admitted drink driving in Exton Road in Bournemouth on May 26. He was disqualified from driving for 12 months. He was also fined
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Petition to save QE Leisure Centre sent to Dorset Council for review
A PETITION calling for the reopening of a popular leisure centre has been sent to the Dorset Councils. The paper and electronic forms of a petition to reopen the Queen Elizabeth Leisure Centre has attracted almost 7,000 signatures. The petition
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Police give update after stabbing in residential area
A MAN wanted in connection with an alleged stabbing in Christchurch has been located. Jordan McClay, aged 33 and from Christchurch, was wanted in connection with the incident in Hunt Road in Somerford on Tuesday, June 11. Following enquiries
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Concerns for the welfare of a man who has gone missing from Poole
POLICE are searching for a man who has gone missing from Poole. Officers are appealing for information from the public as they search for a man who was last seen in Branksome. Craig Hayward, aged 39, was reported missing having left an address
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CCTV appeal following petrol station shoplifting incident
OFFICERS are investigating after a shoplifting took place at a petrol station in Hampshire. Energy drinks, vapes, and deodorant were among the items stolen from Hordle Garage on Silver Street. The incident took place between 2pm and 2.45pm
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Crimestoppers’ most wanted people in Dorset
THE MOST WANTED people in Dorset have been revealed by Crimestoppers, have you seen these people? (Image: Dorset Police) Vladmir Shpellzaj was due to attend court but failed to attend, so the court issued a warrant for his arrest. It is
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East Cliff goat gets head stuck in fence prompting 999 response
AN EAST Cliff goat had to be rescued after it got its head caught in a wire fence. The goat was spotted on the cliff above Boscombe beach on Monday afternoon, July 1 with its head stuck in some fencing running down the cliff. Firefighters
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Ford on why Poole’s next opponents Edinburgh are in a ‘misleading’ league position
DANNY Ford believes Edinburgh Monarchs come to Wimborne Road in “seriously good form”, which belies their “misleading” league position. Monarchs currently sit bottom of the pile in the SGB Championship, with five points from seven meetings, ahead
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Residents kept awake by deliberate shed fire near Bournemouth Gardens
RESIDENTS near Bournemouth Gardens awoke to ‘the crackle of wood burning’ after a shed fire erupted in the night. Firefighters tackled a shed fire earlier this morning. A resident in the area described the scene: “We live next to the tennis
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Man who 'bombarded' ex-partner with abuse told to 'leave her alone'
A MAN has been told he needs to ‘leave his ex-partner alone’ after bombarding her with messages of abuse and porn. Raymond Cove repeatedly contacted his partner after their relationship ended because he ‘couldn’t help himself’, a court heard.
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Rampant dog left multiple in hospital after frenzied attack
A RAMPANT dog left multiple people needing hospital treatment after a frenzied high street attack. The owner was reportedly ‘afraid of his own dog’ and was unable to control it while it injured four people. Enrico Guadagno, 47, appeared at
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Is a provisional licence valid voter ID for UK elections? What you need to know
In a matter of days, millions of Brits will be heading to the polling station for the General Election on Thursday, July 4. The election will see the British public cast their vote for what party should lead the next government for the next five
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PICTURES: Woodland destruction after huge heath fire
A WOODLAND has been left destroyed after a huge heath fire broke out in Verwood. Around 40 firefighters worked for more than 11 hours to control the blaze that swept through Boveridge Heath. The fire was first detected at 5.50am on July 1 in
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Cherries reportedly ‘approached’ by Saints to discuss Max Aarons
SOUTHAMPTON have “approached” Cherries to discuss a potential deal for Max Aarons, according to Sky Sports. Cherries saw off interest from Saints and Leeds United last summer to sign the full-back from Norwich City, for £7million, potentially rising
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Concern for welfare call after man seen sitting on railway railings
TRAFFIC was halted last night after a man was seen sitting on the railings of a railway bridge. Police officers were alerted to a concern for welfare call after a man was seen near Bournemouth Train Station. Officers managed to bring him to
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Adams plays full contest as USA crash out of Copa America
CHERRIES midfielder Tyler Adams made his third consecutive Copa America start on Monday night, but it would prove to be his last of this summer's competition. The United States suffered Copa America elimination after losing 1-0 to Group C winners
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Teenage boy taken to hospital after motorcycle crash
A TEENAGE boy was rushed to hospital after a motorcycle crash in Bournemouth. The road was temporarily blocked while emergency services dealt with the incident. The incident occurred at around 3pm on July 1. A spokesperson for Dorset
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Old postcards show Moordown, Bournemouth from yesteryear
Bournemouth and Moordown's histories are intertwined, with Moordown existing long before Bournemouth became the bustling seaside resort it is today. Moordown's story starts as a small collection of houses on the edge of the valley, bordering a
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Fire service called to large blaze believed to be deliberate
A LARGE blaze believed to be started deliberately lit up the sky over Poole yesterday night. DWFRS were alerted to a fire at the Bourne Valley Nature Reserve to reports of a large fire billowing smoke. The incident occurred just before midnight
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'Do not eat': Supermarket recalls chocolate cakes due to 'health risk'
Chocolate cakes sold at Waitrose are being recalled as customers have been warned they may be a “possible health risk”. The supermarket is recalling its Waitrose Chocolate Mini Cupcakes because they contain walnuts which are not mentioned on the
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Poole teenager found, Dorset Police confirm
OFFICERS searching for missing teenager Jack Adams are pleased to confirm that they have been found. Jack – who is also known as Grace and G – was last seen at around 1.30pm on Tuesday June 25 near to Poole bus station. Following enquiries
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‘I want to help poorly children’: 5-year-old to chop hair for charity
A FIVE-YEAR-OLD is determined to help ‘poorly children’ by cutting her much-loved hair to create wigs for others. Georgia Hunt made the decision to cut 12-inches off her long hair into a bob after seeing an unwell child without any hair in Poole
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AFC Bournemouth teams up with premium restaurant
AFC Bournemouth has teamed up with a Branksome restaurant as part of a three-year partnership for matchday experiences at the Vitality Stadium. Rockwater will open its Rockwater Lounge ahead of the next football season as part of AFCB’s hospitality
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Charity supporting people through times of crisis celebrates 20th anniversary
A CHARITY that supports people through times of crisis has celebrated its 20th anniversary. Faithworks was founded in 2004 and now supports people across Dorset, supporting food banks in Poole, Christchurch, Wimborne and Blandford, and running
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'England needs to pick up the pace'
I HAVE been trying to work out why the England football team have been playing such uninspiring football. Compared to even the lowest ranked teams that are taking part in the Euro 2024 tournament England look pedestrian, negative and void of attacking
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'A boards costing businesses customers'
HOW much business is your A Board losing shops? If you have a pavement A board blocking the way for anyone, especially people with buggies, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, walking two abreast (which you need to do holding a child's hand or supporting
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British Blues-rock guitarist brings tour to Wimborne
An AWARD-winning British Blues-Rock guitarist will bring his tour to Wimborne in September. Laurence Jones will bring his new tour to The Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne, on September 6 with a brand new full electric power trio guitar. Jones promises
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Blind BBC presenter raises £600 rock-climbing in Dorset
A BLIND BBC presenter has raised £600 abseiling and rock-climbing for a Dorset charity. The Dorset Blind Association has announced blind BBC presenter Amar Latif has raised £600 for the charity abseiling and rock climbing. Done with the help
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Summer signing Paulsen ‘likely to go out on loan’ as part of ‘action plan’
GOALKEEPER Alex Paulsen says he is “likely to go out on loan” this season, having completed his transfer to Cherries. Highly-rated stopper Paulsen, who recently made his New Zealand debut, joined Cherries last month from A-League Wellington Phoenix
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Tim has no plans to add to Wimborne squad amid ‘astounding’ Southern League spending
TIM Sills says he is happy with the squad he has assembled at Wimborne Town, labelling some of the summer spending in the Southern League as “astounding”. Magpies have largely stuck with the same squad which got them promoted into the Premier Division
