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‘Cannot fool ourselves’ – Iraola plays down victory over Girona
ANDONI Iraola insists Cherries “cannot fool ourselves” when reflecting on their 3-2 victory over Girona. Goals from Justin Kluivert, Luis Sinisterra and Daniel Jebbison earned Iraola’s charges victory over the Spanish side, who will compete in
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Jebbison scores late winner as Cherries come from behind to beat Girona
DANIEL Jebbison came off the bench to find the net as Cherries battled back from behind to beat Champions League Girona 3-2 at Vitality Stadium. The big news of the day came a few hours before kick-off, with confirmation talismanic striker Dominic
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Dog owners warned to avoid drinking apparatus that could spread 'nasty' diseases
While it is important to keep your dog hydrated, especially in the summer months, vets are warning owners to avoid communal water bowls as they main contain "nasty" diseases. Communal water bowls for dogs are commonly found in locations across
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Man in his 20s hospitalised with 'puncture wounds'
A MAN was hospitalised with 'puncture wounds' after reports of a disturbance in Poole. Officers were alerted to an incident outside a pub near Poole Quay at around 1am on August 10. A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: "We received a report
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Pirates suffer first league defeat of the season at Scunthorpe
POOLE Pirates’ unbeaten record in the SGB Championship this season was ended with a 48-42 loss to Scunthorpe Scorpions. Leaders Pirates did at least take the aggregate bonus point (94-86) to add on to their league tally, leaving them five points
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Officers search for missing 'vulnerable' man near Poole
Officers have issued an urgent appeal for a missing 23-year-old man last seen in Poole. Dorset Police were alerted to a report raising concern for the welfare of Jage Parker-Smith, 23 who was last seen in Upton Country Park this morning (August
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Cherries beat Girona in final pre-season friendly - as it happened
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Green Party issue statement on recent attacks in BCP
THE Green Party in BCP said it "strongly condemns" the recent racist attacks in Bournemouth. A spokesperson for the Green Group said: "The Green Group of BCP councillors strongly condemns recent racist attacks, including targeted Islamophobia and
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Lane blocked after 'incident' on A31 Eastbound
3:53pm #A31 Eastbound - All lanes CLEARED between #PicketPost and #StoneyCross after the earlier incident, delays
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Solanke completes big-money move from Cherries to Tottenham
DOMINIC Solanke has completed his big-money move from Cherries to Tottenham Hotspur. Solanke joins Spurs for an initial £55million, which could rise to £65m. Either way, it is a record fee received by Cherries for a player, eclipsing the £41m Manchester
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Hunt for man involved in fraud investigation across Dorset
AN INVESTIGATION has been opened after a reported fraud incident in two Dorset towns. The first incident occurred on June 28 when a man entered a pub and went to pay for items with a suspected stolen card. He is believed to have tampered with
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Hour-by-hour forecast for BCP as temperatures set to soar
THE mercury is set to soar over the next two days. Temperatures heading into the high 20s are forecast across BCP on Monday. A yellow heat health alert has been issued for much of the country, including the south west, and will be in place
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Flip Out announces reopening date after essential works
A POPULAR children’s entertainment park will soon reopen after being closed for essential maintenance work. Flip Out in Poole had to suddenly close its doors to the public on July 19 earlier this year to undergo urgent work. Now, the centre
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The Hush Club 'forced to pull out of future air show events after complaints'
A POPULAR party service has announced it will no longer be a part of the Bournemouth air show after this year. The Hush Club provided entertainment to hundreds of visitors during the Bournemouth Air Festival at Café Riva in Southbourne. Now
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'Intoxicated' woman arrested by Dorset Specials on suspicion of multiple offences
AN ‘INTOXICATED’ woman was taken off the streets and arrested on suspicion of multiple crimes. The Dorset Specials officers attended an incident in Bournemouth town centre after reports of a drunk woman causing a scene. Dorset Specials are
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Popular fun day set to make a splash this weekend
A POPULAR fun day is set to make a splash this weekend. The Mudeford Lifeboat Funday returns on Sunday, August 11. The event draws thousands of people and will be held between 11am and 5pm. A spokesperson said: “Join us at the Mudeford
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Family plea to bring home missing cocker spaniel
A FAMILY is pleading for information after their dog went missing in West Parley. Steve Ford owns Bessie, a 14-year-old female black cocker spaniel along with two other dogs. Bessie is described as grey around the muzzle with a few lumps and
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Lido which is among oldest in the country named among best to visit
A lido located in Hampshire has been named among the 20 best to visit in the UK. Lymington Sea Water Baths, which was praised for its great "pedigree", featured on the list from The Telegraph. Discussing the creation of the list, the publication
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Pub plan to convert stable into accommodation
A NORTH Dorset pub is hoping to convert a former stable to provide extra accommodation. The Blackmore Vale Inn at Marnhull is asking Dorset Council to approve a change of use for a stable building to provide extra seating for the pub and for a
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Tourist attraction bids to save treehouses built without permission
THE BLUE POOL visitor attraction near Wareham has applied to Dorset Council to retain two treehouses and toilets for use as holiday accommodation. The building have been in use for almost two years, without planning permission, which the estate
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5 of the most stunning coastal circular walks you can embark on in Dorset
Dorset has a huge amount of walking trails for enthusiasts to embark on and take in stunning scenery around the county. Alongside that, the benefit of having access to the Jurassic Coast allows for plenty of these trails to exhibit breathtaking
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What are the rules for sunbathing naked in your own garden? What the law says
With a heatwave around the corner, Brits have been warned about one warm weather past time that could get them in trouble. It’s important to know the rules when it comes to sunbathing – especially if you plan to strip off to avoid tan lines.
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'Shocking' state of landmark is 'worst it's ever been'
Tourists have been left frustrated after the National Trust allowed the modesty of the famous Cerne Abbas Giant to be covered over by grass. The ancient chalk figure of a naked man has become overgrown, masking the ancient giant and his huge appendage
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Discover Creative Dorset: incredible venues, galleries and events
Whether you're a seasoned theatre buff, an expert in fashion history or just someone looking for a good day out, our selection of creative endeavours will ensure some fond memories. The Blandford Fashion Museum The Blandford Fashion Museum
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Woman double drink-drive limit banned from roads after crashing into ditch
A NEW Forest woman who crashed her car into a ditch before trying to kick a police officer has been banned from driving. Lisa Parrish, 26, was more than twice over the drinking legal limit when she crashed her blue Honda CR-V into a ditch off Barton
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Hollywood Bowl launches competition for children
HOLLYWOOD Bowl is launching a nationwide design a pin competition for one lucky child to be crowned the ‘Champ-Pin’ in celebration of this year’s summer of sports. The competition will let creativity roll as children across the UK will be invited
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Iraola tight-lipped on transfer of Barcelona right-back
ANDONI Iraola remained tight-lipped on rumours that AFC Bournemouth were closing in on a transfer for Barcelona right-back Julián Araujo. The Daily Telegraph reported on Thursday, August 8, that the two clubs are close to agreeing a fee for the
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Girona friendly will be 'good lesson' for Cherries in final pre-season friendly
CHERRIES are ready to face Champions League opposition in the club’s final pre-season friendly, Andoni Iraola said. The AFC Bournemouth boss is expecting a difficult game against Girona today, after the Spanish side qualified for the top European
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"Thwacking" noises and 'barrage of disruption' fears at new tennis courts
RESIDENTS who don’t want to hear more “thwacking” at a tennis court could grind expansion plans to a halt. West Hants Club in Talbot Woods is looking to replace its single tennis court with two new padel tennis courts on its grounds. The
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Counter protest planned alongside right wing demonstration in Bournemouth
COUNTER protesters are expected to be in Bournemouth next weekend amid a planned right wing demonstration. A protest dubbed ‘Stop the Far Right’ is planned outside the town hall in Bourne Avenue on Sunday, August 18 at 11am. This is also
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Man dies after falling on concrete from height in Bournemouth town centre
A MAN with dementia died after he fell from a height at an unprotected worksite in Bournemouth town centre. Frederick Barrie Dunbavin, who suffered from periods of confusion, fell onto a concrete path that runs to the rear of the St Stephen’s
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Brittany Ferries to become majority owner of Condor Ferries
BRITTANY Ferries is to become the majority owner of Condor Ferries following recent changes in the ownership structure. Condor Ferries, which operates from the Port of Poole to Guernsey, Jersey and St Malo in France, was acquired in 2019 by a
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Developer responds to rumours of Anglo Saxon burial ground on worksite
AN ANCIENT burial ground has not been found on a worksite, developers have said, despite speculation to the contrary. Some residents in Christchurch have suggested that an Anglo Saxon burial ground has been found at the former police station site
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‘Keeping memories alive’: Vintage store thriving after 30 years of business
A VINTAGE store dedicated to “keeping memories alive” is thriving on the high street after more than 30 years of business. Clobber, in Christchurch Road, has been recognised as one of the top vintage clothing stores in the country and is the Daily
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Property tycoon and former council leader among trio that acquire rugby club
A PROPERTY tycoon and the former BCP Council leader are among a trio who have acquired a 131-year-old rugby club. Richard Carr and Drew Mellor have joined forces with fellow businessman Matthew Barker in acquiring the membership interests of Bournemouth
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New home plans slammed as ‘completely unacceptable’ and 'need to be refused'
PLANS to build three homes at a bungalow plot in Ashley Heath have been slammed as ‘completely unacceptable’. St Leonards and St Ives Parish Council warned the scheme for 8 Warren Close would ‘fundamentally change the street scene’. The proposal
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Calls for pedestrian crossing near school to address 'safety concerns'
A SCHOOL in Ringwood has requested a pedestrian crossing is installed nearby following ‘safety concerns’. The Ringwood Waldorf School, off Folly Farm Lane, want a crossing to be installed along the nearby A31 exit slip road. Concerns had been
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In The Dock: Woman in for fraud, drugs and possession of a knife
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: LESLEY GRIFFITHS, 58 and of Frost Road in Bournemouth, admitted racially / religiously aggravated intentional harassment / alarm / distress - words / writing in Moore Avenue in Bournemouth
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Closure order for highway to facilitate major £40m housing scheme
A PUBLIC highway has been closed to facilitate a major £40m housing scheme in Bournemouth. A closure order has been approved for a stretch of road behind 12 to 14 Cambridge Road, next to where 100 apartments are set to be built. The order was
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Car park to close in January ahead of major development plans
A CAR park in Boscombe will close at the beginning of 2025 ahead of major development plans. It has been confirmed that the small car park in Hawkwood Road, behind Costa and WHSmith, will close in January of next year. Hawkwood Road's larger