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Motorbike rider dies after crash in north Dorset
A MOTORCYCLIST died following a crash in north Dorset. The man aged in his 20s from Gillingham was pronounced dead at the scene after a crash involving a black Audi A6 on the A357 in Cook's Lane near Spire Hill Farm in the Stalbridge area at around
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A care provider celebrates improving its CQC rating to 'good'
A BOURNEMOUTH care provider has been given a 'Good' rating after previously being told it required improvement. Bespoke Care Services East Dorset Ltd is proud to announce it has achieved a 'Good' rating in its latest Care Quality Commission (CQC
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Missing 12-year-old boy found safe and well
A 12-YEAR-OLD boy who was reported missing has been found safe and well. Austin Flinn was reported missing having last been seen on the morning of Tuesday, August 20 . Following searches and enquiries by officers, he has now been located.
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Two men come forward after bottling outside bar
TWO MEN have come forward to police after a man in his 20s was bottled outside a Bournemouth bar. Dorset Police issued a CCTV appeal of men they were looking to identify in connection with the assault outside Sol in Old Christchurch Road. It
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PICTURES: ‘Chained orcas’ storm TUI store protesting against marine parks
PROTESTERS dressed as orcas and wrapped in chains stormed Bournemouth’s latest TUI store calling for the travel agent to cut ties with SeaWorld. The protesters burst into the TUI branch at Castlepoint retail park on August 22 holding signs reading
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PICTURES: GCSE results day across BCP and Dorset
THOUSANDS of pupils across Dorset and the New Forest collected their GCSE results on Thursday. Across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole alone, more than 4,000 students received their eagerly-anticipated grades. Councillor Richard Burton,
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Travellers set up camp 'next to private £700k homes’
TRAVELLERS have set up camp at a nature reserve in Longham. Caravans and vans reportedly arrived at Holmwood Park, off Christchurch Road, on Wednesday morning. A resident reported they had ‘broken in through two locked gates’ and had parked
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No end in sight for temporary traffic lights causing havoc
NO date can be given for when temporary traffic lights that are causing long delays will be completed. The two-way lights on the A35 past Bakers Arms Roundabout have been in place since August 16 when a damaged drain cover was first reported.
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Lilliput Sailing Club holds 68th annual regatta
LILLIPUT Sailing Club held its 68th annual regatta in 'ideal sailing conditions'. Held across August 10 and 11, Lilliput Sailing Club's 68th regatta took place under 'perfect sailing conditions' as sailors took to Poole Harbour for seven races
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Search for four men after boat taken from dock multiple times
AN investigation has been launched after a boat was taken from its dock multiple times without the owner’s consent. It is reported that four men had taken the four-berth Regal 28 Express boat out on a number of occasions between July 15 and August
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Search underway to locate 12 year old who has gone missing in Bournemouth
A SEARCH is underway for a 12-year-old boy who has gone missing in Bournemouth. Austin Flinn was reported missing having last been seen in Queens Park South Drive at 7.50am on Tuesday, August 20. Police are appealing for information from the
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Road closed after car crashes into lamppost
ROAD CLOSURES have been put in place while emergency services deal with an incident in North Dorset. Dorset Police were alerted to a crash on Wyke Road at around 9am this morning (August 22). It is reported that a car has collided with a lamppost
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Police helicopter deployed after car chase through Dorset
A MAN was arrested on suspicion of motor offences after a fail-to-stop car chase in Bournemouth. A vehicle allegedly failed to stop for officers on August 21 at around 1.30pm. The NPAS helicopter was deployed in the search for the offenders
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I'm a vet: This 'simple' but 'overlooked' at-home routine could save you £700
A vet has urged pet owners to adopt a 'simple' but often overlooked hygiene routine that can be done entirely at home. Looking after a pet is such a special experience but we mustn't forget that it's also an important responsibility. Owners
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Rare King Charles 50p coin sells for £153 on eBay - how to tell if you have one
A King Charles III 50 pence coin has sold on eBay for more than £153. The first coins with King Charles' official portrait on began entering circulation in the UK back in December 2022. Late last year the Royal Mint unveiled eight new coin
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Cuts to Dorset and Wiltshire fire service 'will put public safety at risk'
THE Fire Brigades Union has warned that plans to cut Dorset and Wiltshire fire and rescue service will "put homes, communities and public safety at risk". Plans published by fire service bosses this week threaten to downgrade fire stations across
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'He's a very good player': Cherries youngster joins Carlisle on loan
CHERRIES attacking midfielder Dom Sadi has joined Carlisle on loan. The 20-year-old made his Premier League debut last season against Brighton, having joined AFC Bournemouth after being released by West Ham. He joins the League Two side for
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Student who missed school due to chronic fatigue passes all his GCSEs
A PUPIL who missed most the majority of his school days due to an illness has passed all of his subjects. Lytchett Minster Secondary School pupil Harley Taylor had two years off of school due to diagnosed chronic fatigue. The teen, who was
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Bank building transformed by restaurant chain ahead of opening
A RESTAURANT chain will unveil its brand-new branch in Lymington next week. Loungers is due to open 'Solento Lounge', at the site of the former Barclays Bank in the high street, on Thursday, August 29. The building has been transformed with
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Pirates bounce back with emphatic win in semi-final first leg
POOLE Pirates bounced back from their first home defeat in more than two years with an emphatic victory over Workington Comets. The first leg of the BSN Series semi-final saw Pirates defeat Comets 59-31, taking a 28 point lead into the second leg
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GCSE results day freebies and discounts at TGI Friday's, Bella Italia and more
Are you celebrating fantastic GCSE 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 and discounts you can take advantage of as restaurants across the UK have
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Man arrested after motorcyclist seriously injured in crash
A MAN was arrested on suspicion of a dangerous driving offence after a motorcyclist was seriously injured in Christchurch. Dorset Police received a report at 6.04pm on Wednesday of a two-vehicle crash involving a car and a motorbike at the Purewell
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Man charged with attempted murder after a nine-year-old girl stabbed
A MAN has been charged with attempted murder after a nine-year-old girl was stabbed in Christchurch. Dorset Police received a report at 5.45pm on Tuesday, August 20, that a young girl had sustained stab wounds at an address in Glider Close.
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People sleeping in tents on the beach slapped with eviction notices
EVICTION notices have been issued to people sleeping in tents on the beach. Photographs taken on Wednesday morning show clusters of tents on Bournemouth beach and under the pier. BCP Council confirmed it was aware of the tents, and had used
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Can money with the late Queen Elizabeth II's portrait on still be used in the UK?
Coins and notes with King Charles III’s portrait on have now entered circulation in the UK with the nation being encouraged to look out for them when handling change. The £1 coin that has recently entered circulation depicts a pair of British bees
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Bus crashes with scaffolding in town centre
A BUS has crashed with scaffolding in Bournemouth town centre. The Morebus double decker collided with scaffolding in Gervis Place shortly after midday on Wednesday. There were reportedly no passengers on the bus at the time of the incident
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Person rescued from bog by firefighters in Studland
FIREFIGHTERS came to the rescue of a person who had found themselves stuck in a bog. Fire crews were alerted to an incident in Studland on August 21. Southwestern Ambulance Service also attended the incident to check over the patient. Three
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GCSE results day 2024: Live updates across BCP
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14-year-old pair enjoy unforgettable experience playing at Wimbledon
Bournemouth’s Iraja Nigam and Barton-on-sea’s Emily Jaggers may not have lifted silverware last week on the manicured lawns of Wimbledon – but both still enjoyed an unforgettable experience at SW19. The two 14-year-olds attend Talbot Heath School
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Hamworthy United secure 3-2 win despite nervy finish
HAMWORTHY United secured all three points as they held off a late charge from Whitchurch United. The Hammers led 1-0 at the break and held firm despite a nervy ending to win 3-2. Assistant manager Keith Whatling took control of the game with
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Olivier Award-nominated play 'The Shark Is Broken' comes to Poole
A PLAY inspired by the making of the film Jaws is coming to Poole. The Shark Is Broken, an Olivier Award-nominated production, is embarking on a UK tour to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic 1975 film. The play, starring Ian Shaw
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'Eco electric' homes to be showed off amid handing over £1.2m to council
HOUSEBUILDER Redrow has launched a sales cabin at its new energy efficient Royal Oaks development in Gillingham. Homebuyers can now visit the sales cabin to find out more about the collection of eco electric homes which are now available to reserve
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Bournemouth Sports take point in opening National League fixture
BOURNEMOUTH Sports held Portishead Town as the club made its bow in the National League. The sides played out a cagey and goalless encounter at Shaftesbury FC, as Bournemouth Sports’ home ground at Chapel Gate requires upgrades to meet the FA-set
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Charlie Ewels: From sausage and chips to the Premiership Rugby final
PRE-season for England and Bath rugby star Charlie Ewels is well underway. The Bournemouth-born second rower is into the fourth week of preparations for the new Premiership Rugby season, with his club side aiming to go one better after losing out
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Hamworthy Recreational Reserves snatch late win at Swanage Town
HAMWORTHY Recreational Reserves snatched a late away win over Swanage Town & Herston FC. The deadlock was broken just two minutes from time, as Hamworthy took home all three points in the Dorset Premier League. The visitors showed early dominance
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6 pets from RSPCA Dorset who are on the lookout for their 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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New summer carnival to launch this weekend
A NEW summer carnival and parade is set to take place in Boscombe this weekend for two days of fun, creativity and community spirit. Boscombe Carnival and Parade will launch on August 24 and August 25 in the high street for a free fun-filled event
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WHSmith to be demolished in January
A FORMER WHSmith is to be demolished in January as part of major plans to regenerate a town centre. The Boscombe store in Christchurch Road closed in June to make way for significant changes in the Hawkwood Road area. Funded from the government
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The shortlist in our Beauty Therapist of the Year competition
YOUR nominations for the Bournemouth Echo Beauty Therapist of the Year are in and now is time to vote for your winner! You have nominated in your hundreds to tell us who you think is the best. All you have to do now is vote for your winner
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'The seven (free) wonders of BCP'
I WROTE the following from a wish to celebrate rather than, as seems to be more usual, denigrate our local area: While it is sometimes necessary to point out shortcomings in one’s local area I want, for a change, simply to celebrate it. So here
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Folk music group set for Poole performance in September
ENGLISH folk music group Tarren will be performing at Lighthouse Poole in September. Tarren, a collaborative project between Bristol-based artists Sid Goldsmith, Alex Garden, and Danny Pedler, began during the 2021 lockdowns, with the sharing of
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Old painting from early 1600s to be auctioned
AN OLD painting by Neapolitan artist Francesco di Rosa of St Catherine of Alexandria will be put on display before being auctioned off. The painting, from the early 1600s, is to be displayed in Wareham's Grange Gallery in South Street over the
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Beauty clinic to host launch of luxury skincare brand
A POOLE beauty and healthcare clinic will be hosting the launch of luxury skincare brand, Amanda Caroline. The range by TV star, entrepreneur and beauty expert, Amanda Caroline Cronin, will feature at Dimond Heath & Aesthetic Clinic in Sandbanks
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Tip to close from early next week for major changes
A TIP will temporarily close next week as part of a major shake-up to the way it is run. Christchurch recycling centre is currently managed by Poole-based W&S Waste Management but that will change to BCP Council in August. To facilitate
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Castle set to open doors to overnight stays for first time in 500-year history
RESIDENTS may be allowed to stay in Brownsea Castle for the first time in its 500-year history. Retail giant John Lewis has put forward plans for between 10 to 20 events and functions for non-employees per year. Since 1963, the 25-bedroom
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Bar ordered to close earlier after incidents of violence and disorder
A BAR in Highcliffe will be forced to slash its opening hours following incidents of violence, disorder and anti-social behaviour. The Governor must now close at 11pm daily, having previously had no restrictions on its hours of operation. Management
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Pub says it is losing £5,000 a week due to cycle lane roadworks
A FERNDOWN pub claims it is losing £5,000 a week due to the construction of a cycle lane outside its premises. The Pure Drop pub in Wimborne Road East has complained over ongoing work to build a £7.9m cycle lane which it says has stopped customers
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In The Dock: Man found with hacksaw and pliers among the cases
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court: ARMELIND PIRE, 25 and of Finchley Road in London, admitted possession of a controlled drug of class A, namely 9.08g of cocaine, in Heckford Road in Poole on December 12, 2023. He admitted
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New Mauritian and Indian restaurant opens in Bournemouth
A NEW Mauritian and Indian restaurant has opened in Bournemouth. Mo Baz, a Mauritian and Indian restaurant in Cardigan Road, Winton, held its grand opening on August 17 and was officially opened by Bournemouth's deputy town mayor, Cllr Anne Filer
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Big plans for building destroyed by fire four years ago
DEVELOPERS have unveiled big plans to replace a fire-torn building in Bournemouth town centre. Several flats and businesses were destroyed by a fire in Holdenhurst Road, at the junction with Cotlands Road, Lansdowne, in August 2020. It took