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Woman riding horse found dead in forest
An elderly woman was found dead in a forest in Dorset. Emergency services rushed to Oakers Wood in Moreton after receiving a report of a woman requiring medical attention at 4.12pm on Saturday, August 10. It is understood that the woman was
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Boy arrested on suspicion of assault after man suffered 'puncture wounds'
AN ARREST has been made following an incident outside a pub in Poole A man was hospitalised after suffering a ‘puncture wound’ in a late-night incident. Multiple police cars were seen in the area of Old Orchard Road in the early hours of Saturday
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Man, 25, found with 'drugs, cash and phones'
A 25-YEAR-OLD man was found with suspected class A drugs, cash and three mobile phones after being pulled over. The man, from Bournemouth, was in Somerford, Christchurch on Thursday, August 15 when neighbourhood police officers pulled over a car
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Man injured after three vehicle crash on hill
A MAN has been taken to hospital after a three-vehicle crash on a hill. Multiple emergency services rushed to Christchurch Road through Pokesdown just before midday on Thursday, August 15. The crash, which involved a Volvo, Vauxhall Corsa
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A31 section closed after five car pile-up
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Emergency services at scene of car crash
EMERGENCY services have been called to a car crash in Westbourne. The two-vehicle crash in Clarendon Road was first reported to police at 11.33am this morning. At 3.20pm, Dorset Police said it was still on scene alongside the ambulance service
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Fire service issue update on Bournemouth fire
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire Service has issued an update on the underground car park fire. Multiple emergency services attended the incident on Christchurch Road, Bournemouth after reports of smoke coming from a car park. At the time of the incident
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Cherries close in on club-record deal for striker Evanilson
CHERRIES appear to be closing in on completing a club-record deal for striker Evanilson. Since Dominic Solanke’s departure to Tottenham Hotspur over the weekend, for a fee which could reach £65million, the search has stepped up for a new striker
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Warning to public after poisonous plant found in meadow
A WARNING has been issued to the public to keep children and dogs away from poisonous plants growing in Fordingbridge. New Forest District Council has installed warning signs at Sweatford Water Meadows after reports of hemlock and water hemlock
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Road blocked after three vehicles crash
3:28pm A spokesperson for the South Western Ambulance Service said: “We were called at 11.46am on Thursday, August 15
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Home loss to Oxford a ‘wake-up call’ for Poole Pirates
DEFEAT to Oxford Cheetahs at Wimborne Road serves as a “wake-up call” for Poole Pirates, says two of their star riders. Unbeaten in competitive home meetings since June 2022, a run of 42 matches, Pirates were seen off 49-41 by title rivals Oxford
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Motorcyclist sped off following a crash with a truck in Bournemouth
THE driver of motorbike sped off without leaving his details, following a crash in Bournemouth. At around 7.45pm on Friday May 31, 2024, a road traffic collision occurred in Cowell Drive involving a white Honda motorbike and a Toyota truck.
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How many mpox cases are there in the UK as WHO declares international emergency?
Mpox has been declared a global emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO), but how many cases are there in the UK right now? A new strain is spreading across Africa at an alarming rate, with it having originated in the Democratic Republic
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Meet the inspiring tribute act raising money for charities
A GROUP of people from Poole have spent the last two years fundraising nearly £30,000 for charities across Dorset. The group, Erasure-ish, is named after the popular British synth-pop duo Erasure. Co-founder Paul said: “My brother founded
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Small business makes finalist of national beauty awards within year of opening
A SMALL nail business has reached the finals of a national beauty awards within one year of opening. Black Canvas Nails was set up by Lyndsey Joyce this year after giving birth to her first child in July and leaving her job in the NHS. Lyndsey
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‘Miracle’ student smashes A-Level results despite years out of school
A ‘MIRACLE’ student has smashed her A-Level results despite taking years out of education and battling cerebral palsy. Heather Rowe, 18, has beaten the odds at Brockenhurst College and surpassed her initial predicted grades of DDD with A*BB in
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Super-Munn sparks Wimborne in comeback win at Winchester
CAMERON Munn bagged a hat-trick as Wimborne Town stormed back from 2-0 down to win 4-2 at Winchester City. Billy Walker was also on target for Tim Sills’s newly-promoted Magpies, who are one of just four teams on maximum points after two rounds
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Airline offers free flights to Spanish hotspot if you have one of these 2 names
Vueling has launched a unique competition that could allow people with specific names to get free flights to visit a Spanish hotspot at the end of August. The airline is doing this to celebrate La Tomatina, the world’s largest tomato-throwing festival
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A-level results day freebies and discounts at Nando's, Bill's, Chiquito and more
Are you celebrating brilliant A-level results or enjoying the fact the revision and exams are over? To reward yourself for all the work you put in, there are plenty of freebies you can take advantage of as restaurants across the UK have plenty
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Cherries handed tough West Ham test in Carabao Cup
CHERRIES have been handed a tough draw in the second round of the Carabao Cup, with a clash against fellow Premier League outfit West Ham United. Top-flight clubs competing in Europe receive a bye through to the third round, leaving West Ham and
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Woman on roof of Waitrose prompts emergency service response
POLICE blocked off multiple roads in Poole following reports of a woman on the roof of a supermarket. Dorset Police received a report at 7.10pm on Tuesday, August 13, raising concern for the welfare of a woman on the roof of the Waitrose supermarket
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Man identified after alleged exposure in Bournemouth
A MAN has come forward to police after reports of an alleged indecent exposure in Bournemouth. It was reported that the incident took place between 9.30am and 9.40am on July 14 in the area of Brecon Close. A woman aged in her 70s was walking
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Winter Fuel Payments latest as petition against change approaches new milestone
A petition calling for Labour to axe their changes to Winter Fuel Payments has been signed by more than 370,000 people. The benefit was previously available to almost everyone in the UK who was born before 25 September 1957 to help cover their
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£2.5 million project to improve water quality in the New Forest complete
A £2.5 MILLION scheme to improve water quality in the New Forest is now complete. The project at Boldre Water Treatment Works, a collaboration between Galliford Try Environment and Binnies UK Ltd on behalf of Southern Water, involved installing
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'Really social guy' died in crash while heading to Cherries game
A MAN who was driving his six-year-old son to an AFC Bournemouth match may have taken ecstasy before crashing his car next to the M27, a coroner said. Simon Jaines died after falling unconscious at the wheel, swerving into the central reservation
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A level results day 2024: share your pictures and stories
STUDENTS across BCP and Dorset will find out their exam results today. A-Level, Applied General, Technical and T-Level results have finally been issued after an anxious wait. Each year brings a range of different emotions among young students
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Proposed new 'health bus' could take patients to and from hospital
A COMMUNITY "health bus" could be launched to help New Forest residents attend appointments at two hospitals in the area. Local authorities say they want to make it easier for people without their own transport to access University Hospital Southampton
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When Oasis fans went mad for it in Dorset
Poole was thrown into a frenzy as tickets for Oasis’s surprise warm-up gig went on sale. The unprecedented demand for a show at the Lighthouse venue transformed the usually quiet arts centre into a battleground for eager fans. Hundreds of devotees
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A-level results day 2024: Live updates across BCP
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From medieval dwellings to top seaside town
Lymington, a charming coastal town nestled on the Solent, has a history as varied as the waters that lap its shores. From its humble beginnings as a salt-making centre to its emergence as a sought-after seaside retreat, the town's journey is a fascinating
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Scheme 'making strides’ to rehabilitate offenders
A PROGRAMME to tackle anti-social behaviour in Dorset is ‘making strides’ to rehabilitate first-time and low-level offenders. Immediate Justice is a scheme for adult offenders who have committed anti-social behaviour (ASB)-related offences including
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Campaigners oppose homes plan for 'wildlife haven'
A FIELD near Blandford described as a wildlife haven, untouched for many years, is being opposed as a site for more than 40 new homes. Campaigners say the historic parkland site, at Park Hill, Charlton Marshall, may well benefit those looking for
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6 pets from RSPCA Dorset on the lookout for forever homes
Several pets in Dorset are looking for their forever homes, including at the Ashley Heath Animal Centre. Located on the border with Hampshire, the centre offers care for its animals in rural surroundings. A few animals from the centre are listed
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Final neighbourhood plan sent to council and residents can have say
A FINAL neighbourhood plan has been submitted to Dorset Council. Residents of Wimborne St Giles are now being consulted on the new and final version of the neighbourhood plan. The plan has been drawn up by the village's residents and agreed
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Kluivert ‘hungry for more’ goals to help fill Solanke void – and wants penalty duty!
JUSTIN Kluivert is confident there are still plenty of goals in Cherries’ squad, despite the exit of top scorer Dominic Solanke. Striker Solanke netted 19 of Cherries’ 54 Premier League goals last season, earning him a move to Tottenham Hotspur
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Work to remove 'poo' signs in Poole begins
WORK to remove the word “poo” from several signs across Poole is underway. Poole residents and activists Joe Foale-Groves and Gagandeep Jhuti claimed to have targeted signs with the name of the town by obstructing the letters L and E. More
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'Significant' police resources coming to Bournemouth this weekend
SIGNIFICANT police resources are to be pumped into Bournemouth for the planned protests outside the town hall, a top Dorset cop has said. Police officers from across the south west will join officers in Bournemouth, who are on overtime or have
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Two town council election results revealed
RESULTS from two town councils' by-elections have come through. Wimborne Minster Town Council and Ferndown Town Council both held by-elections for the Wimborne Minster Town ward and Ameysford ward, respectively, on Thursday, August 8. In
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Fire hydrant leaks hundreds of litres of water into road
A FIRE hydrant in north Dorset has leaked hundreds of litres of water with residents complaining no one has taken action for weeks. Residents of Farnham have been left fed up after a fire hydrant has been left leaking water into Millers Lane for
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New Forest sports hydration company appoints new roles
A SPORTS hydration business that has recently opened its headquarters in the New Forest has hired new roles within the company. Precision Fuel and Hydration, a leading global expert on sweat, hydration and fuelling for sport, has appointed a new
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Nurses urge students to consider healthcare careers through clearing
WOULD-be graduates and people looking to change career are being urged to use the university clearing system as a gateway into the NHS in the South West. As students receive their A-level results on Thursday, nurses from the South West are backing
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Harry Redknapp gathers with sporting greats for new fundraiser
A NEW fundraising event set up by a football legend has been hailed a ‘huge success’. The inaugural Harry Redknapp’s All Star HEROS Golf Day saw a line up of sporting greats come together at Ferndown Golf Club. 22 teams took to the fairways
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Newsagent sold to 'experienced retail operator'
A LONG established newsagent in Christchurch has been sold. Town Common News in Fairmile has been sold to experienced retail operator Nirooshan Yogarajah. The sale was successfully completed by Goadsby Commercial, and included the shop, newspaper
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Shopping village to host summer party with 'pop-up' traders
A SHOPPING village in West Parley is preparing to host a summer party. Room 1553 Vintage Emporium will be holding a summer party and shopping event on Bank Holiday Monday, August 26. The event will feature live music and refreshments, as well
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Popular beauty spot ‘suffering due to climate change’
NATIONAL Trust has warned a popular beauty spot is ‘suffering' due to climate change. Eye Bridge near Wimborne is reportedly being impacted by pollution, erosion and wildlife disturbance. National Trust said it is now exploring options for
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How you can take the driving seat of a double decker bus
MOREBUS is calling on women in the area to consider a new career as a bus driver. The operator is hosting a bus driving event in Bournemouth to allow those interested to experience what it’s like to drive a bus in the safety of an off-road environment
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Charity could be forced to close 'lifeline' branch in Christchurch
A CHARITY has warned its Christchurch branch could close if it can’t recruit a new chair. Parkinson UK’s Christchurch branch, which offers information, advice and friendship to people affected by Parkinson’s, has issued an urgent appeal for a
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Man helps rescue kayakers in 20ft waves off Old Harry Rocks
A MAN from Corfe Mullen helped rescue two kayakers stuck in 20ft waves off Old Harry Rocks who had become exhausted. David Gander, 49, from Corfe Mullen helped rescue kayakers off Old Harry Rocks on August 11 at around 4pm after receiving a call